Homecoming Dresses
Your 2026 homecoming look starts with a dress that understands the assignment. Think on-trend mini party dresses and short semi-formal dresses that go from simple and cute to full statement glamour. Silky satin and knit satin keep it sleek, while sequins, beading, and lace applique bring the sparkle. Choose fitted, flowy, or A-line shapes with halter, strapless, off-the-shoulder, corset bodice, open back, or cowl neckline details. Draping, side sash accents, and ruffles finish the look in light blue, navy, butter yellow, light pink, turquoise, teal, purple, red, classic black, and white.
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2026 Homecoming Dresses are all about finding the look that makes you excited for the dance before the night even begins. Explore cute homecoming dresses curated by Windsor’s in-house buyers and style experts, from sparkly minis and fitted corset styles to flowy A-lines, ruffles, florals, and statement silhouettes. With decades of dress expertise behind every season, Windsor brings together the latest HOCO trends, colors, fabrics, and affordable homecoming dresses so you can find a look that feels like you.
What Homecoming Dresses Are Trending for 2026?
This year, texture and personality are taking the lead. Sequins catch the dance-floor lights, ruffles add movement, and corset silhouettes bring structure to short party dresses. Mini HOCO dresses keep the look playful, while bodycon HOCO dresses create a sleek, fitted shape.
Color gives you another way to make the trend your own. Trendy pastel HOCO dresses bring softer shades like light blue, sunny yellow, pink, and mint into the mix. For richer color, look to jewel tones like navy, burgundy, and plum. Not sure where to start? Explore The Windsor Edit’s guide to trendy HOCO dress colors.
How Do I Pick the Perfect Homecoming Dress for Me?
Start with your school’s dress code and how formal your dance will be, then focus on what gets you excited to try it on. A dance in the school gym might call for a fun mini or skater silhouette, while a banquet hall can inspire something a little more elevated. And if your school is taking HOCO to a roller rink, arcade, or another unexpected venue, think about a dress that lets you comfortably move through the night.
Then experiment. Try fitted and flowy silhouettes, colors you already love, and at least one shade or style you wouldn’t normally choose. Think about your shoes, jewelry, hair, and makeup as part of the outfit, too. If you're coordinating with your date or friends, get more ideas for coordinating homecoming dresses without giving up the details that make your individual look yours.
Can I Wear a Long Homecoming Dress?
Absolutely. Homecoming is often semi-formal, but the right length depends on your school, venue, traditions, and personal style. Short dresses are a HOCO favorite for their party-ready feel, while midi and long dresses can give the night a dressier look. High slits, open backs, fitted silhouettes, and contemporary necklines can also keep longer lengths feeling youthful and current.
If you're deciding between lengths, try both. What you picture wearing and what makes you light up once it's on aren't always the same thing.
How Formal Does My Homecoming Dress Need to Be?
Start with your school’s dress code and event details. HOCO dresses can range from cute semi-formal minis to more elevated midi and long styles, so you don't need to make your dress more formal simply because it's a milestone dance.
Your accessories can also change the mood. A simpler dress can feel more dressed up with mixed-metal jewelry, rhinestone heels, or a statement clutch, while an embellished dress may only need a few finishing touches. Freshman year can be your first chance to figure out what “dressed up” means to you; by senior year, you may already know exactly which traditions you want to keep—and which ones you want to remix.
When Should I Shop for My 2026 Homecoming Dress?
Earlier gives you more freedom to explore. Popular colors, sizes, and trending styles can move quickly as local HOCO dates get closer, and stores can become busier during peak shopping weekends. Shopping ahead gives you time to try different silhouettes, compare fabrics and colors IRL, and build the full outfit without making everything a last-minute decision.
Use Windsor’s virtual try-on feature in the app when you're browsing, or Find Homecoming Dress Stores Near Me to shop at one of 350+ Windsor stores across North America. In-store stylists are ready to help you compare dresses, find your fit, and put together your HOCO look.
Your homecoming could happen in a gym, ballroom, roller rink, or somewhere completely unexpected. The location changes, the trends change, and your style changes—but the best dress is still the one that makes you want to put it on again the second you get home. Find yours at Windsor and make HOCO 2026 look like you.
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Lalana Formal One Shoulder Mini Dress
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Create an enchanting moment with a formal dress that stands out as a true one of a kind! Lalana features a one-shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve with a padded shoulder, ruching, a mini side slit, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone stilettos and rhinestone hair clips to create a fab side part.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Fitted long sleeve, padding at the shoulder
- Ruching
- Mini side slit
- Mini length silhouette
- Lined crepe fabric, additional knit lining
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0673
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Renata Formal Heat Stone Illusion Mini Dress
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Step out with a formal dress that enchants with stunning details for your formal event. Renata features a mock neck, long sleeves, a sheer illusion waist with flexible boning, sparkling heat stones throughout, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a partially lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with door knocker earrings.
Fit & Features
- Mock neck
- Long sheer fitted sleeves
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Illusion waist, flexible boning
- Heat stones
- Mini-length silhouette
- Partially lined mesh fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0717
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $72.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Slay All Sides Cutout Tube Mini Dress
This tube mini brings the heat with flirty side cutouts and adjustable ties that give main-stage energy. Perfect for nights out, birthday vibes, or any moment you wanna shut it down.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric with sheen
- Tube strapless neckline
- Side cutout with tie
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000106
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Quinn Formal Floral Ruffled A-Line Dress
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Make a sweet impression with a formal dress that brings gorgeous details to your special event! The dress features a floral print, a sleeveless V-neckline with a ruffled trim, adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back design, tiered ruffles, and a flowy A-line silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with wedges to have yourself bridal shower ready!
Fit & Features
- Floral print
- Sleeveless V-neckline, ruffled trim
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, cross-back
- Tiered ruffles
- A-line silhouette
- Lined chiffon fabric, mini skirt length knit lining
- Relaxed fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1523
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sparkle Era Glitter Strapless Mini Dress
Your sparkle era just called—it’s begging for this dress. This glitter bodycon mini dress hugs your curves with a strapless neckline and twisted wrap design that slays date nights and party invites alike.
Fit & Features
- Glitter mesh fabric, high stretch
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, twist-front bust design
- Ruching
- Twisted wrap-front design at the waist
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000131
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alora Formal Sequin Scroll Bodycon
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Make a dazzling impression with a formal bodycon dress that stuns at your special event! Alora features a square neckline, long sleeves, a sequin scroll print, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with slight stretch. Complete look with nude heels and rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Sequin scroll print
- Mini-length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric, form-hugging fit, slight stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0703
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Charlotte Asymmetrical Satin Mini Dress
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If you want a trendy and chic eye-catching look, the Charlotte sleek satin mini dress is for you! She features a one-shoulder neckline with a single long fitted sleeve, a high waistband with a dramatic floor-length side draped panel, and a short, wrap-front skirt with a curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with sparkly earrings and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, long fitted sleeve
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waistband, floor-length side draped panel
- Mini-length, form-hugging fit, wrap-front skirt
- Satin knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0668
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Clarissa One-Shoulder Sequin Formal Dress
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Bring the glamour to your formal night out look in the sultry-chic Clarissa dress! She features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline with a tank shoulder strap, a high waist seam, and a fitted, floor-length silhouette with a thigh-high side slit. The dress showcases a gorgeous all-over sequin scroll print. Style this dress with rhinestone statement earrings and strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, padded cups
- Tank shoulder strap
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist seam
- Fitted, floor-length silhouette, high side slit
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Embroidered sequin scroll print
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1520
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $74.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Willow Sequin Scroll Formal Dress
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Chic and stunning, the Willow formal dress is perf for those special events where you want to make a grand entrance. She features an off-the-shoulder plunging wired V-neckline that is perfect for pairing with a statement necklace, short sleeves, a floor-length A-line silhouette with a form-hugging fit throughout, and a sultry thigh-high front slit. The lined mesh fabric has an intricate sequin scroll embroidered design for a luxe look. Complete the outfit with strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder wired deep V-neckline, short sleeves
- Adhesive bra or fashion tape recommended
- High side slit
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Fitted waist, floor-length A-line
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining
- Sequin scroll embroidered design
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1521
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Phoebe Formal Velvet Flocked Mermaid Dress
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Radiate timeless elegance with a formal dress that captivates. Phoebe features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, velvet floral flocked pattern, and a sweeping mermaid silhouette with train. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with stiletto heels and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Velvet floral flocked pattern
- Mermaid silhouette with train
- Crepe fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch,
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1509
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Adora Formal Sequin Midi Dress
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Bring the glitz and shine to your evening with a formal dress that illuminates the night! Adora features a plunging V-neckline with padded cups, a double row of adjustable spaghetti straps, a cross-back design, a sequin scroll pattern, and a midi-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete the look with chrome heels and door-knocker earrings for ultimate glam!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups
- Double-row adjustable spaghetti straps
- Cross-back design, lower back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Midi-length silhouette
- Sequin scroll pattern, lined mesh fabric, minimal stretch
- Bra opitional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1333
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Effortlessly Sweet A-Line Mini Dress
Proof that effortless can still be everything. This scoop neck mini dress hugs your curves with a sleek A-line fit—perfect for date night, birthday dinners, or dressy occasions!
Fit & Features
- Structured woven fabric, bust lining
- Scoop neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-Line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000104
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Capri Formal High Slit Satin Dress
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Make a mesmerizing entrance with a formal dress that stuns from the moment you walk in. Capri features a square neckline, short puff sleeves, and an A-line silhouette with a daring high slit. The dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and an anklet.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline
- Short puff sleeves
- A-line silhouette
- High slit
- Satin fabric
- Form hugging fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1514
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sarah Off-The-Shoulder Sequin Midi Dress
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Gorgeous and glam, the Sarah sequin midi dress will create a dazzling formal night-out look. She features an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline with built-in padded cups for all-night dancing support. Her high waist seam hugs your curves on the mid-length, fitted silhouette, and a flirty trumpet wrap hem. The sheer mesh fabric includes a full knit lining and a chic all-over sequin embroidered design. Style this dress with rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline, built-in padded cups
- Short fitted sleeves, back zipper closure
- High waist seam, mid-length, fitted silhouette
- Trumpet hem, wrap-front design
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sequin embroidery
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0666
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Henley Formal One Shoulder Glitter Dress
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Make a glitzy impression in a formal dress that illuminates your evening! Henley features a one-shoulder neckline with a bow accent strap for added detail and a mermaid curve-defining silhouette. The dress is composed of a glitter knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Complete look with a rhinestone anklet and earrings.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, adhesive bra recommended
- Shoulder strap with bow accent
- Mermaid silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1510
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Georgia Formal One Shoulder Mini Dress
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Make a stunning entrance with a formal mini dress that commands attention! Georgia features a one-shoulder neckline, a short sleeve accent, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, adhesive bra recommended
- Short sleeve accent
- Mini length silhouette
- Form-hugging fit
- Smooth knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0975
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Penelope Off-The-Shoulder Ruched Midi Dress
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Classic and chic, the Penelope midi dress is perf for your next cocktail party. She features an off-the-shoulder V-neckline with a wrap-front design, long fitted sleeves, side ruched detailing, and a mid-length, form-fitting silhouette to hug your curves. Style this dress with glitzy rhinestone earrings and strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder V-neckline
- Wrap-front design
- Long fitted sleeves
- Side ruching
- Mid-length, form-hugging fit
- Slinky knit fabric, knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0663
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Camila Sequin Lace-Up Bodycon Mini Dress
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The Camila bodycon mini dress dazzles with a sequin finish and a sultry lace-up open back that stuns from every angle. Designed to contour and command attention, it’s your go-to for a statement-making RSVP.
Fit & Features
- Sequin-embellished mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Scoop neckline, padded bra cups
- Spaghetti straps
- Lace-up open back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Flexible boning inserts in the bodice
- Bodycon mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthdays, date nights, bachelorettes, Vegas, GNO, rooftop bars, glam events
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000016
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Effie Formal Heatstone Bodycon
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Get ready to glow in this chic bodycon for your next night out! Effie features a sleeveless scoop neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, sparkling heat stones throughout, dual ruched drawstrings, and a mini-length silhouette. Complete look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Heat stones
- Dual ruched drawstrings
- Mini length silhouette
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0660
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Camille Glitter Knit Mermaid Dress
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Gorgeous and glam, the Camille glitter knit formal dress will make a stylish statement. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, a padded bust with ruched detailing, spaghetti straps, and a floor-length mermaid silhouette. The dress is composed of a textured glitter knit fabric that offers moderate stretch and a figure-flattering silhouette. Complete the look with sparkly earrings and block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Padded bust, ruched detailing
- Spaghetti straps
- Floor-length fitted mermaid silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
The saturation of glitter varies. Glitter may transfer.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1507
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Make It Shine Rhinestone Mini Dress
Make a radiating impression with a mini dress that dazzles! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, rhinestones, heatstones, a ruched body, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Rhinestones, heat stones
- Ruched body
- Mini length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3923
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lola High Slit Velvet Dress
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Flaunt your natural beauty in our fabulous Lola dress! She features a trendy pleated cowl neckline with a slim fit bodice, a floor-sweeping silhouette with a sultry high slit, and a form-hugging fit. Pair this gorgeous dress with a sleek ring set to add some glamour to your look for your special occasion.
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Fit & Features
- Spaghetti straps
- Pleated cowl neckline and square back
- Slim fit bodice
- Floor-length silhouette with a thigh-high slit
- Fully-lined stretchy velvet fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1491
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Hazel-Anne Formal Ruched Mermaid Dress
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Enter the room with timeless elegance in a formal dress that captivates from the moment you enter the room! The dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching, a high side, and a mermaid silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps
- Ruching
- High side slit
- Mermaid silhouette
- Lined satin fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1486
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $66.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Whitney Formal High-Slit Mermaid Dress
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Bring the elegance to your look with a formal dress that wows! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline with padded cups, spaghetti straps, a lace-up back, a high side slit with a ruched drawstring, and a mermaid silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with a rhinestone anklet and glitter heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back design
- High side slit with ruched drawstring
- Mermaid silhouette
- Knit fabric, short knit lining, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1493
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $39.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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