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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Allie Formal Sequin Open Back Dress
Special Occasion
Sequin dresses will sparkle for your special event and radiate luxe glamor! The Allie formal sequin dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline, sleek bungee spaghetti straps that cross at the back, an open back accented with a bar strap, all-over sparkling sequin embroidery, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The sheer mesh fabric includes a full-length knit lining. Style this party dress with clear mules and a rhinestone clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps, cross-back strap design
- Open back with bar strap
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- All-over sequin embroidery, sheer mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1832
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Daring Beauty Ruched Mini Dress
Dare to show off your natural beauty with a pretty mini dress! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, bungee straps, a ruched body, and bold open back with a dainty bar strap. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Bungee straps
- Ruched body
- Open back, dainty bar strap
- Mini length silhouette
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3806
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $6.97 $35.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitzy Cutie Rhinestone Ruffled Mesh Mini Dress
Look like a glitzy cutie in this rhinestone ruffled mesh mini dress at birthdays or semi-formal parties. Pair with block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- All-over mini rhinestone embellishments
- Square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Asymmetric ruffled design
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3547
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
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Sultry Strappy Back Satin Mini Dress
Get a sultry look for your next night out in this sleek satin mini dress. It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a square neckline, a strappy back design, front ruching, and a wrap-front skirt with a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the outfit with clear heels and a chic clutch.
With a smooth, luminous finish, this dress was made to shine. Keep the luxe look going with breathtaking satin prom dresses or go for a sophisticated statement with our wedding guest dresses.
Fit & Features
- Satin fabric with moderate stretch
- Square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Strappy back design, tie closure
- Ruched wrap-front, asymmetric hem
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Style runs small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4364
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Smooth Moves Scoop Neck Mini Dress
Keep it smooth and sultry with a mini dress that makes a head-turning impression! The mini dress features a sleeveless scoop neckline, sleek bungee straps, and a plunging scoop back with a sleek bar strap accent. Complete look with sleek stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Plunging scoop back
- Bar strap
- Mini length silhouette
- Smooth knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3801
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Charming Vibes Floral Chiffon Dress
Bring on the charming vibes with this adorable floral dress! It features a fitted smocked top with a sleeveless square neckline, halter spaghetti straps that tie at the back of the neck, a strappy back design, and a high waist with a flowy skirt that hits mid-thigh. Style this chiffon dress with sleek hoop earrings and cute wedges.
Fit & Features
- Fitted smocked top
- Square neckline
- Halter spaghetti straps
- Strappy back
- High waist, short flowy skirt
- Floral chiffon fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0977
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $6.97 $42.90
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Flirty Ruffles Floral Mini Dress
Keep it flirty with a ruffled mini dress! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a ruched body, a floral print, and a mini-length silhouette with a ruffled hem. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Ruched body
- Floral print
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0973
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $6.97 $38.90
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Alexis Corset Applique Satin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Look simply alluring in the Alexis satin mini dress showcasing a corset bodice with an applique design and a bodycon silhouette that'll put your curves on display!
This dress is a showstopper! Make a statement in our fierce red prom dresses or create your look with our stunning party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric, bust knit lining
- V-neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Corset bodice, flexible boning, applique
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon wrap silhouette
- Mini-lenght hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, bachelorettes, date night
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2639
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Free-spirited Floral Beauty Sleeveless Maxi Dress
Let your natural beauty glow in this pretty maxi dress! The dress features a floral print, V-neckline, spaghetti straps that cross at the back, a lace-up back, and a high side slit. The dress is composed of an airy chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with wedges and hoops.
Fit & Features
- Floral print
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps, cross at back
- Lace-up back
- High side slit
- Maxi length silhouette
- Chiffon fabric, relaxed fit, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0974
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $6.97 $44.90
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Cutest Style Sequin Bow Strapless Lace-Up Mini Dress
This adorable mini dress is embroidered with the cutest sequin bow pattern on lined mesh fabric to capture those trendy coquette vibes! The short dress features a strapless straight neckline, a satin ribbon lace-up back design for a customized fit, and a fitted A-line silhouette. Perfect for a party, style with metallic heels.
Sequins bring the perfect mix of elegance and fun. Want more options? Shine in a sparkling sequin prom dress or make an entrance in our glamorous party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Sequin embroidered bow pattern
- Strapless straight neckline with no-slip strip
- Satin ribbon lace-up back design, tie closure
- Lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Fitted A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3972
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Dionne Formal Cutout Chiffon Dress
Special Occasion
Make a breathtaking impression with a formal dress that radiates elegance! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps that cross at the back, lace-up straps at the lower back, sexy cutouts at the waist, and dual high side slits. The dress is composed of a sheer chiffon fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal stretch. The dress includes a mini skirt-length knit lining. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, cross at back
- Lace-up straps at the lower back
- Sexy cutouts at the waist
- Dual high side slits
- Lined chiffon fabric
- Relaxed fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0976
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
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Dream Date Strapless Lace Corset Skater Dress
This strapless skater dress is the perfect piece for a romantic look at the school dance or date night! Featuring a strapless sweetheart ruffle trim neckline and a delicate bow accent, this dress exudes elegance and charm. The lace underwire bust and corset bodice offer support and a flattering silhouette, while the flexible boning ensures comfort. The drop waist seam and chiffon ruffled skater silhouette add a touch of playfulness to this mini-length dress. Complete the look with heels and jewelry.
Fit & Features
- Chiffon/lace fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Strapless ruffle trim sweetheart neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Underwire lace bust
- Lace corset bodice, flexible boning
- Chiffon ruffled skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3487
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Simple And Sultry Ruched Mini Dress
Simple yet sultry, this ruched knit mini dress is a must-have in your closet. It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a twist-front V neckline with a keyhole cutout, ruched detailing, and a mini-length that defines the curve-hugging silhouette. Complete your look with heeled mules and a chic crossbody purse.
Fit & Features
- Spaghetti straps
- Twist-front V neckline
- Keyhole cutout
- Ruching
- Short, form-hugging fit
- Knit fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3800
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sparkle And Rhine Mesh Mini Dress
Sparkle and shine in this gorgeous rhinestone mesh mini dress! It features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, a tank shoulder strap, ruched detailing, a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette, and all-over rhinestone embellishment. Style this dress with sexy stiletto heels and a chic clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Tank shoulder strap
- Ruching
- Short, form-hugging fit
- Mesh fabric
- Rhinestone embellishment
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4127
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Effortless Beauty Chiffon Maxi Dress
Keep it effortless in a maxi dress that is perf for your next brunch or date night! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps that cross at the back, and a maxi-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a partially lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with sandals and rhinestone studs.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, cross at back
- Maxi length silhouette
- Partially lined, mini skirt length lining
- Semi-sheer chiffon fabric
- Relaxed fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0969
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunner Status Strapless Mini Dress
Showcase your status as a chic stunner in this must-have mini dress! It features a strapless scoop neckline, a corset-designed top with flexible boning to provide structure while enhancing your curves with ruched detailing, and a mini-length on a curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the outfit with a pair of sparkly earrings and a dainty bracelet.
Fit & Features
- Strapless scoop neckline, pasties recommended
- Corset-designed top, structured flexible boning
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist, ruching
- Short, form-hugging fit
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1273
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Hadley Strapless Pleated Satin Party Dress
Special Occasion
Create a flirty and feminine look for your next formal dance in the gorgeous Hadley satin party dress! She features a strapless square neckline, a fitted bodice with structured boning detailing, a back zipper closure, a high waist, and a short party skirt with a flared-out hem and pleated details. Complete the outfit with rhinestone heels and a sparkly clutch.
Fit & Features
- Strapless square neckline
- Fitted bodice, structured boning detailing
- Back zipper closure
- High waist, short party skirt
- Side pockets
- Flared-out silhouette, pleated details
- Satin fabric, inner knit lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0740
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Zenni Formal High Slit Glitter Dress
Special Occasion
Draw all eyes on you as you make a dazzling entrance with a prom dress that brings the glitz! Zenni features a sleeveless V-neckline, ruching, adjustable spaghetti straps, a high side slit, and a wrap silhouette. The dress is composed of a woven glitter fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with chrome platforms and a rhinestone anklet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Ruching
- High side slit
- Wrap silhouette
- Woven glitter fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1261
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Mia Sequin Tulle Party Dress
Special Occasion
Showcase a head-turning look in the flirty glam Mia party dress! She features a sleeveless V-neckline with a wrap-front design, adjustable spaghetti straps, a high waist, and a flowy flared-out party skirt. The sheer tulle fabric has all-over iridescent sequin details and has a full knit lining. Style this dress with rhinestone earrings and block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, wrap-front design
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Low scoop back design, zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist, flared-out party skirt
- Sheer tulle fabric, iridescent sequin detailing, full knit lining
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0581
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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- Sleeveless V-neckline, wrap-front design
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Wendy Sleeveless Mermaid Glitter Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Dazzle all day and night in the Wendy sleeveless glitter formal dress at weddings or parties! Crafted from glitter fabric, this dress will make you shine like a star at any event. The square neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps flatter and support, while the mermaid silhouette and floor-length hem add an ethereal touch making you feel so stunning! Complete the look with a dainty necklace.
Fit & Features
- Glitter fabric, additional fabric layer at the bust, moderate stretch
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Mermaid silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8488
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Hadley Halter Cowl Neck Beaded Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Guaranteed to make you the center of attention, the Hadley bodycon party dress delivers a striking look at bachelorettes and Vegas weekends! Crafted from beaded mesh embellished fabric, the dress features a sultry cowl halter neckline and partially open back while the bodycon silhouette accentuates your curves. Pair with heels.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Beaded and sequin embroidery, scalloped pattern
- Cowl halter neckline, strap accent, padded bust, tie-back halter spaghetti straps
- Partially open back, zipper with hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2652
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $49.97 $94.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Eloise Formal Sequin Halter Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the sparkle to your evening with a formal dress that shimmers under the spotlight! Eloise features a sleeveless, halter v- neckline, sequin geometric pattern, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete look with chrome heels and a rhinestone anklet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, halter v-neckline
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Back zipper closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini length hem
- Sequin-knit lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0580
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Nicola Scalloped Lace Mermaid Dress
Special Occasion
Look oh-so-stunning and in the Nicola mermaid dress. She features a sheer scalloped lace top for added romantic allure atop a mesh overlay with a nude lining. Her adjustable spaghetti straps and V neckline flows effortlessly into the floor-length mermaid crepe skirt with a sultry lower back cutout. Style this dress with glamorous earrings and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sheer scalloped lace top, sheer mesh overlay, front nude lining
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- V neckline, padded cups, no bra required
- Sheer lace back, zipper closure, lower back cutout
- High waist, floor-length crepe skirt
- Mermaid silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1260
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $72.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kylunda Formal Tulle A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Make a dreamy entrance in the captivating Kylunda formal tulle dress! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, sheer mesh shoulder straps, a sweeping A-line silhouette, and composed of airy tulle fabric. She includes a full knit lining that features dual side slits. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a satin clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Sheer mesh shoulder straps
- A-line silhouette
- Lined tulle fabric
- Knit lining
- Dual side slits
- Relaxed fit, minimal stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1234
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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