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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Floral Dreams High-Slit Maxi Dress
This dress is what floral dreams are made of! The dress features a ditsy floral print, a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, a mini tie-front, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a maxi-length silhouette with a high side slit. The dress is composed of a chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with sandals.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Mini tie-front, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Ditsy floral print
- Maxi-length silhouette, high side slit
- Chiffon fabric, knit lining, relaxed fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1074
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $5.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruffled Romance Floral Skater Dress
Fall head over heels for a pretty floral dress that brings the charm! The dress features a wrap V-neckline, long sheer sleeves with smocked cuff, an elastic waistband with tie-waist belt, and a skater silhouette with a ruffled hem. The dress is composed of a lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with mules and gold hoops.
Fit & Features
- Floral print, wrap V-neckline
- Long sheer sleeves, smocked cuff
- Elastic waistband, tie-waist belt
- Skater silhouette, ruffled hem
- Lined chiffon fabric
- Relaxed fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1075
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Gorgeous Glam Glitter Mesh Mini Dress
Showcase a gorgeous glam vibe in this sexy glitter mesh mini dress. It features a sleeveless scoop neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, ruched detailing down the side seams, and a short, form-fitting silhouette that will hug your curves. Style this dress with clear heels for a night out with the girls.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Ruching detailing
- Mini-length hem, form-hugging fit
- Sheer glitter mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4232
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet On You Strapless Mini Dress
She’s sweet, sleek, and totally crush-worthy. With its smooth satin-like finish and flirty A-line fit, this strapless mini dress is your go-to for first impressions that last.
Fit & Features
- Smooth satin-like knit fabric, bust lining, high stretch
- Strapless wrap neckline
- Curve-hugging A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000248
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $36.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: LIGHT, BLUE
Available Size: L
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Night Out Glamour Ruched Mini Dress
Head out tonight with a mini dress that will have you ready to hit the scene! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, piping seams at the bodice, bungee spaghetti straps, a ruched body, 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 heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Piping seams at the bodice
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Ruched body
- Mini length silhouette
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3858
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $6.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Iconic Glam One-Shoulder Mini Dress
Keep it iconic with an LBD that makes a mesmerizing impression! The dress features a one-shoulder neckline, a cutout at the bodice, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with stilettos and a sphere clutch.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Cutout at the bodice
- Mini-length silhouette
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Form-hugging bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3859
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Serving Up Style High Slit Midi Dress
Serve up some serious style with a midi dress that elevates your style! The dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, and a midi-length silhouette with a high side slit. The dress is composed of a stretchy knit fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with clear mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Midi-length silhouette
- High side slit
- Satin-knit fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1073
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Nicole High-Slit Floral Formal Dress
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You'll look oh-so-gorgeous in the flirty floral Nicole formal dress! She features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back design, a flattering high waist seam, and a floor-length, fitted silhouette with a thigh-high front slit accented with ruffle detailing. Complete the outfit with basic block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back design
- High waist seam
- High front slit, ruffle trim
- Floor-length, fitted A-line silhouette
- Floral print
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1368
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Aria High-Slit Satin Mermaid Dress
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Bring the sultry and bold vibes in the stunning Aria satin mermaid dress! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a wired bust, spaghetti straps, ruched detailing, a high waist seam, and a floor-length mermaid silhouette with a thigh-high front slit. Complete the look with sleek hoop earrings and chic heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, wired bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Ruched detailing, high waist seam
- Floor-length mermaid silhouette, high front slit
- Satin knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1366
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Makena Formal High Slit Dress
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Make a memorable entrance with a dress that puts you in the spotlight. Makena features a sleeveless square neckline, a high side slit, and a bold open back design accented with criss-cross bar straps. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a glitter clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- High side slit
- Open back
- Criss-cross bar straps
- Form hugging fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1371
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Amelia Rhinestone Mesh Bodycon Dress
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Elevate your night-out look with the sultry Amelia mini bodycon dress! She features a mock neckline, sheer long fitted sleeves, an illusion bodice with a sheer deep V-insert at the bust, a high waist, and a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette. The formal short dress is composed of a sheer mesh fabric that includes a skirt lining and chic rhinestone detailing. Complete the outfit with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Mock neckline, sheer long sleeves
- Illusion bodice, sheer deep V-insert at the bust
- High waist seam, back zipper closure
- Form-fitting, mini-length hem
- Sheer mesh fabric, skirt lining, moderate stretch
- All-over rhinestone embellishment
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0631
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Disco Club Sequin Mini Dress
Look and feel your best in this sequin mini dress! Turn heads at every party in this dress with a sleek strapless neckline and bodycon fit that shows off your curves.
Fit & Features
- Sequin embellished, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless neckline
- Back zipper hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000101
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bette Formal Open Back Crepe Dress
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Make a head-turning moment with a formal dress that wows! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline with padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps, an open-back design with chiffon tie-back straps, and an A-line silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone bracelet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, padded cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Open-back design, lower back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Chiffon tie-back straps
- A-line silhouette
- Crepe fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1370
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Carter Sequin Scroll A-Line Formal Dress
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It's your time to shine in the Carter A-line long formal dress for your special night. She features an off-the-shoulder, cuff sleeve neckline with a non-slip grip and a center-notch accent. Her shimmering sequin scroll pattern catches the light showing off her form-fitting silhouette with a sexy high-cut slit. The lined mesh fabric gently kisses the floor along the flowy hem. Complete your glitzy look with this long dress with a rhinestone drop necklace.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder, cuff sleeves, non-slip grip
- Padded bust, strapless or sticky bra optional
- Center-notch accent at the neckline
- Floor-length A-line silhouette
- High-cut slit, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1359
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Maggie Formal Chiffon A-Line Midi Dress
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Make a dazzling impression with a gorge dress that is perfect for these twirl-worthy moments! Maggie features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a high waistline with a flared A-line midi silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- High waist
- A-line silhouette
- Midi length
- Lined chiffon fabric
- Relaxed fit, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0630
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Total Daydream Sleeveless Skater Dress
You'll look like a total daydream in this flirty skater dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, a fitted bodice, a high waist, and a short skater skirt with a flared silhouette and cute side pockets. Style this dress with sparkly earrings and new heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, bra-friendly
- Spaghetti straps
- Fitted bodice, high waist
- Short skater skirt, flared silhouette
- Side pockets
- Nylon fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1060
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ellery Formal Satin And Lace Party Dress
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Make a captivating entrance with a sophisticated formal dress that creates a picture-perfect moment! Ellery features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps that cross at the back, floral lace back, and a party-length silhouette accented with hidden side pockets. The dress is composed of a lined stretchy satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, cross at back
- Floral lace back
- Hidden side pockets
- Party length silhouette
- Lined stretchy satin fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0629
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ariella Heat Stone Mermaid Formal Dress
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Showcase gorgeous radiance when you enter the room in the floor-sweeping Ariella formal dress. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, dual adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a chic strappy lace-up back design, all-over heat stone embellishment for that glamorous sparkle, and a fitted mermaid silhouette with a sultry thigh-high side slit to show some leg. Complete the look with sleek stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline, dual adjustable spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Lace-up back, high side slit
- Heat stone embellishments
- Mermaid silhouette, floor-length hem
- Minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2353
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Zhuri Formal One-Shoulder Velvet Dress
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Make an elegant impression with a dress that stuns from the moment you enter the room! Zhuri features a one-shoulder neckline, a single fitted long sleeve, and a mini-length silhouette with a draped train. The dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and anklets. Be sure to shop this dress in the other luxe fabrications!
Shop Crepe Dress: Emily One-Shoulder Pleated Asymmetric Mini Dress
Shop Sequin Dress: Talulla Formal One-Shoulder Sequin Mini Dress
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, fitted long sleeve
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Mini-length silhouette
- Draped train
- Lined velvet fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0628
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Pour It Up Halter Corset Satin Mini Dress
Pour yourself a glass and celebrate how good you'll look in this satin mini dress on your next night out! This sexy club dress flaunts a plunge halter V-neckline, a partially open back, and a corset-style bodice that snatches your figure. Complete the look with earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Silky satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Plunge halter V-neckline, tie closure
- Partially open back
- Corset bodice, flexible boning, multiple hook-eye closures
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5922
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $7.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Delta Formal Cutout Glitter Dress
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Bring the glow to your look with a formal dress that is all about the glitz! Delta features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, a cutout at the midriff with a twisted strap accent, and a slim-fit silhouette. The dress is composed of a glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and rhinestone hoops.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Cutout at the midriff, twisted strap accent
- Slim fit silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1351
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bianca Ruched Mermaid Formal Dress
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Get a gorgeous, curve-hugging silhouette in the simple yet chic Bianca formal dress. She features a sleeveless deep V-neckline with a padded bust, spaghetti straps, front and back ruched detailing, and a floor-length, form-fitting mermaid silhouette. Style this dress with rhinestone earrings to add a pretty sparkle to the look.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, built-in padded bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Front and back ruching
- Floor-length mermaid silhouette
- Form-hugging fit
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1922
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alexia Formal High Slit Illusion Dress
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Create a captivating moment with a formal dress that brings elegance to your evening soirees! Alexia features a sleeveless V-neckline with a padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a contrast sheer mesh bodice, ruching, and a floor-length A-line silhouette with a high slit. The formal dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Padded bust, no bra required
- Contrast illusion sheer mesh bodice
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Floor-length A-line silhouette, high slit
- Lined crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1358
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Paola Formal Ruched Floral Lace Dress
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Make major waves with a formal dress that captivates from the moment you enter the room! Paola features a sleeveless V-neckline with padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps, a floral lace back with lower back keyhole, a ruched body throughout, and a mermaid silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Floral lace back, lower back keyhole
- Ruching
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1357
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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