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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Kim Rise And Slay Halter Mini Dress
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Shine and slay in this eye-catching piece!
Fits & Features
- Halter neck bodice
- Flattering V neckline
- Mini length silhouette
- Sparkling heat stone embellishments I Textured mesh knit
- Form-fitting with moderate stretch
- Zipper not included
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0184
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $24.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Katherina Rhinestone Formal Mini Dress
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Twinkle like the star your are in our Katherina! She is designed with an off shoulder fold over straight neckline that is embellished with rhinestones, a fitted bodice and a mini hemline. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch and a form fitting silhouette.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0232
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Zuri Formal Scalloped Lace Midi Dress
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Grace them all with enchanting lace in our Zuri dress! She features a partially lined scalloped floral lace bodice with a high round neckline, unlined long sleeves, a sweetheart bust lining that leads to a mini length silhouette and a midi length with scalloped lace hem. Dress is composed of a scalloped lace and smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0233
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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In The Spotlight Sequin Mini Dress
Shine and dazzle them all in the spotlight with a dress as extra as you! This sparkling mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups and spaghetti straps that lead to a lace up back. The all over sequins are set in a trendy scroll print pattern. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0139
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $20.97 $45.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweetest Look Floral Off Shoulder High Low Skater Dress
Enchant everyone with the sweetest of looks! Look flowy and fresh in this captivating dress. Complement your attire with cute earrings and a pair of clear strap mules!
Fits & Features
- Off Shoulder Neckline & Sleeves
- Subtle High Low Hem I Skater Silhouette
- Smooth Scuba Fabric I Floral Print
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0142
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Luxe Guaranteed Satin Bodycon Mini Dress
The feeling of luxe is guaranteed in this satin mini dress perfect for a night on the town! The short dress features a V-neckline, spaghetti straps that cross in the back, a side pleated seam, and a flattering bodycon silhouette with a wrap-style hem. Complete the look in lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps, cross back
- Side pleated seam
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap mini-length hem
- Silky satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5161
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Alani Formal Off The Shoulder Dress
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Pair sultry and sweet in our captivating Alani dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a fold over accent that creates a sweetheart bust and ruched detailing. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve hugging midi length silhouette to showcase an hourglass illusion. Dress is composed of a lined ultra smooth knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0228
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
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Kayden Sequin Glitter Party Dress
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Who is she?! She is a glam goddess that sparkles to the heavens! Introducing our Kayden glitter party dress!
Fits & Features
- Deep V neckline
- Long Sleeves with puff wrists
- Keyhole cut out at the back with button closure atop I Zipper closure at lower back
- Vertical seam at center and flattering ruching down to the mini hem
- Glitter lurex mesh composition I Fully lined
- Form-fitting and offers moderate stretch
- Glitter pattern with dainty sequins throughout
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0224
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $25.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Iris One-Shoulder Crepe Dress
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The lovely Iris long formal dress will set the tone for elegance! Captivate any room you walk into! She features a one-shoulder strap design, a padded bust for support, and a curve-hugging wrap skirt with a sexy high slit. The floor-length silhouette elongates your figure on crepe fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete your stunning look in this long dress with dangly earrings and statement heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless bodice, one-shoulder strap
- Built-in padded bust, no bra required
- Floor-length silhouette, curve-hugging wrap skirt
- High-cut slit
- Slip-on/off styling
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1799
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
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Natalia Metallic Ruched Midi Dress
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Natalia brings the shine from all your best angles! She features a plunging V neckline, long fitted sleeves and a curve enhancing midi length silhouette with ruched detailing along the sides. Dress is composed of a lined metallic knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Dress includes a back zipper closure with hook and eye closure for secure fit.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0229
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $24.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Lillyanne Formal Satin Asymmetrical Midi Dress
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Enchant them all with the captivating Lillyanne formal midi dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a trendy cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, and a strappy cross-back design. Her high waist seam elongates your silhouette and leads to a mid-length skirt with an asymmetrical wrap hem creating a front slit. The midi dress is composed of a satin fabric that offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with clear heels and a sleek satin clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Strappy cross-back design
- Asymmetrical wrap skirt, back zipper closure
- High waist seam, midi-length hem
- Lined satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0807
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Coretta Velvet Evening Gown
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Show your sexy side while still keeping a modest touch! Our Coretta evening gown features a square neckline, long sleeves, and a floor length hem. She shows a little leg with a high thigh slit at one side, and she has a hidden zipper closure at center back. She is composed of a velvet material that has a form fit that offers some stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0305
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $20.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sparkle Chic Midi Dress
Add some chic sparkle to your look with this glitzy midi. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, bungee spaghetti straps, a square neck and back, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit. Garment is composed of a multi-hued glitter knit fabric that offers plenty of stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0415
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $12.97 $33.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Date Night Vibes Mesh And Satin Short Dress
This mesh and satin short dress brings the date night vibes with its chic allure! It features sheer mesh sleeves with flared hems, an alluring back cutout with a button closure, a sleek satin body with a V-neckline, a fitted waist, and a short flared-out hem with angled sides and an A-line silhouette. Style this short dress with rhinestone fringe earrings and platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh sleeves, flared hems
- Back cutout, single button closure
- Satin-knit body, V-neckline, dart seams
- Fitted waist, short flared-out hem, angled sides
- A-line silhouette
- Sheer mesh and satin-knit fabrics, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2804
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $31.00 $44.90
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Greta Formal Tie Waist Dress
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Make a captivating entrance in our luxe Greta dress! She features a plunging V neckline with satin trim, long bishop sleeves with single button cuff, a cinching satin tie waist belt and a sweeping A-line silhouette. Dress is composed of a partially lined airy chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0299
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Massie Floral Tulle Formal Dress
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Twirl the night away in our absolutely adorable Massie formal dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back, a plunging V neckline, a high waist seam, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a double layered tulle short skirt. The dress is composed of a sheer tulle fabric with an all over velvet floral pattern, and includes a stretchy knit lining.
Model is 5'8" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0172
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $46.90
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Love Like This Dress
Make them fall in love with this sexy 'n' elegant bodycon dress.
Fits & Features
- Elasticized Off Shoulder Neckline
- Long, Off Shoulder Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Unlined Knit Fabric With Glitter Embellishments
- Curve Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0260
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Anja Printed Halter Party Dress
Feel flirty in the Anja dress. This spaghetti strap dress features adjustable straps, a back zipper closure, padded chest and side seam pockets. It's made of a satin fabric with no stretch - the perfect dress for your next festivity!Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0178
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $25.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Jerry Cross Back Draped Gown
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Sultry and sophisticated, our slinky Jerry gown ups the ante on evening elegance. She features spaghetti straps leading to an X back, a deep V wrap bodice with drape detail, a back zip, and a long, slim-line skirt. Jerry is made from a nylon blend with ample stretch for making moves!
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0329
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $36.97 $79.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Muriel Illusion Lace Crepe Dress
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Strategic paneling and ever-sultry lace make our Muriel dress a sophisticated standout for evening. She features long lace sleeves, a back zip, a sweetheart bodice with lightly padded, contrast-paneled bust and lace-trimmed waist, and a body con, midi-length slim skirt. Muriel is made from a woven crepe material with a touch of stretch.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0225
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Melinda Satin Lace-Up Formal Dress
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You'll be a breathtaking view in the Melinda formal satin dress boasting a stunning open lace-up back and high-cut front slit to show some leg!
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
- Lined silky satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, padded bust
- Lace-up open back, zipper closure
- Fitted silhouette, high-cut front slit
- Floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, black-tie weddings, bridesmaids, galas, formal celebrations, and red-carpet events.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6939
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $84.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Round And Round Glitter Dress
Make moves and take this embellished mini for a spin!
Fits & Features
- Elasticized, Off Shoulder Neckline
- Slight Nip In The Waist Of The Straight-Line Silhouette
- Curved, Mini Length Hem
- Light, Textured Woven Material With All Over Glitter
- Curve Hugging I Ample Stretch
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0263
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ingrid Lurex X Front Dress
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Show off those shoulders and sparkle all night long in our elegant Ingrid dress! She has a bodycon construction and features a dramatic, draped X-front neckline, a tank-style back with zip closure, and a seamed, midi-length skirt with a small front slit. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone clutch.
Fit & Features
- Halter neck, racer bust
- Bodycon fit
- Midi length silhouette
- Front center slit at hem
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0222
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Take Over Cut Out Midi Dress
Take control of the room in a midi dress that says it all! Featuring a square neckline, spaghetti straps, and a curve hugging fit. Dress is one piece, with a cut out detail below the chest. Skirt of the dress features a high slit at one side and a hem that hits right above the knee.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0184
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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