Homecoming Dresses

Your 2026 Homecoming Dresses Start Here

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.

  • Theia Crepe Side Slit Gown
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    Make a striking statement in our sultry, streamlined Theia gown. She features thick, fold-over straps anchoring a seamed bodice with sweetheart neckline and back zip, a long, straight skirt with front seam detail, and a high slit at the side. Theia is lined and made from a mid-weight woven material with a fair amount of 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: 05002-0263

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $49.90

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  • Robin Formal Satin Midi Dress

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    She's Sleek, and she's polished and we love! Designed with a strapless straight neckline, with a removable faux fur trim, a form fitting bodice and that has padded cups, and a horizontal stitching at the hem mid waist. Her bodice leads to skirt high waist and leads down to a mid calf length with a high slit feature. Dress is composed of a satin material that offers slight stretch.

    Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0236

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

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  • Tonya Sequin Scroll Mini Dress
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    Glam it up and amplify your shine factor when you slip into our shimmering Tonya dress. She features all-over sequin embroidery atop a mesh overlay, an off-the-shoulder neckline, short sleeves, a bodice with back zip, and a gently pleated A-line skirt. Tonya is fully lined and made from a mesh polyester with little to no stretch. 

    Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist, and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0072

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $64.90

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  • Melanie Formal Sequin Midi Dress

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    Bring the sparkle with our enchanting Melanie dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, tank-like straps and a midi length silhouette  with a high side slit. The all over sequins are set in a captivating scroll print pattern. Dress is composed of mesh knit fabric that offers a relaxed fit.

    Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0237

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

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  • Fresh And Flirty Mini Dress

    Leave a flirty first impression in this fresh and fun mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back, a V neckline with scalloped detailing, vertical seams down the bust, a high waist seam, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a knit lining and offers moderate stretch for comfortable wear.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0017

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $35.90

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  • Kristy Formal Glitter Ruffle Mini Dress

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    Radiate eye-catching energy in the Kristy formal glitter mini dress perfect for twirling all night out on the dance floor! She features adorable sheer fitted long sleeves with ruffled cuffs, a sweetheart neckline with a padded underwire bust, and a head-turning open back with a tie closure. Flaunt your curves in her bodycon silhouette showcasing side ruched seams and a flirty ruffled mini-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a glitter mesh fabric that sparkles and has a sewn-in knit lining. Complete the look in platform heels for a sweet sixteen or holiday party!

    This dress brings the fun and the fashion. If you love a bold, playful look, explore our stylish short prom dresses or make an entrance in our stunning short wedding guest dresses in short and mini lengths.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer fitted long sleeves, ruffled cuffs
    • Sweetheart neckline, padded underwire bust
    • Open back, tie closure, back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette
    • Ruffled mini-length hem
    • Glitter mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2007

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $59.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Solid Stunner Ruched Tube Dress
    We'll keep it brief: this mini is made for for your next night out! Tube-style dress features a curve-hugging cut, strapless neckline, and all-over strategic ruching detail. Don't forget to pair it with the matching duster! Dress slips on and is made from a smooth, solid woven material with moderate stretch.

    Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0165

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $26.90

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  • Feel The Heat Stone Dress
    Rich and sultry in plush velvet, this mini will raise the temperature in the room! Dress features a long-sleeve, deep V surplice bodice, curve-hugging wrap effect skirt, and gather detail through middle punctuated by rows of shimmering heat stones. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate 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: 05001-4105

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sonya Satin Dress

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    Slay the night away in our beautiful Sonya satin skater dress! She features a sleeveless square neckline with a built-in padded bust for support, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a cross-back lace-up design that lets you adjust the fit. Her short skater skirt is flowy enough to make some dance moves tonight! The short dress is composed of a satin-like woven fabric fabric that has a very flattering finish. Style this dress with sparkling earrings and classic block heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Square neckline, front padding, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Criss-cross back design, tie closure
    • Empire waist, back elastic waistband, side pockets
    • Short fit and flare silhouette
    • Luxe satin woven fabric, lightweight woven lining, no stretch
    • Sticky bra or pasties recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0333

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Plus Samantha Wrap Heat Stone Dress
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    Wrap yourself with elegance as you sparkle under the spotlight in our enchanting Samantha dress! She features a wrap V neckline, long sleeves and an asymmetrical mini length silhouette. She is adorned with dazzling heat stones throughout to highlight your best angles for those special moments! She is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a relaxed fit with a moderate stretch.

    Model is 5'11" with a 38" bust, 37" waist and 48.5" hips. She is wearing a 1X

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0039

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $49.90

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  • Plus Arielle Heat Stone Midi Dress
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    Sparkle under the lights as you make an entrance in the ever charming Arielle dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline and supportive tank-like shoulder straps. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a mini length silhouette. She shines from all your best angles with her heat stone accents. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with a moderate stretch.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0043

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $31.97 $69.90

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  • Plus Oriana Off-Shoulder Gown
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    They say nothing beats a classic, and our Oriana crepe gown checks all the formal wear boxes and then some! She features a curve-hugging cut, an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline, seam detail at bodice and skirt, a back zip, and a high front slit. Oriana is made from a mid-weight crepe-like material and offers a hint of stretch.

    Model is 5'11" with a 38" bust, 37" waist and 48.5" hips. She is wearing a 1X.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0128

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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  • Piper Ruched Open Back Gown
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    Dazzle from every angle in our sleek, effortlessly chic pink jersey Piper gown! She features a rounded neckline with back tie at nape of neck, an open back, long sleeves, a long slim skirt, and ruching detail at sleeve hems, rear, and hips. Piper is partially lined, slips on, and she's made from a jersey material with a touch of stretch.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6779

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $59.90

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  • Emilie Satin Tie-Back A-Line Formal Dress

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    Simple with head-turning details, the Emilie satin formal dress is chic perfection for bridesmaids, galas, and black-tie events. The open tie-back design and high-cut front slit add a flirty touch to the classic floor-sweeping A-line silhouette.

    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

    • Premium satin fabric with full-length woven lining, no stretch
    • Sleeveless V-neckline with padded bust, princess seams
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Open tie-back design
    • High waist seam, lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
    • Floor-length A-line silhouette, hidden side pockets, high slit
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Prom, weddings, galas, and black-tie events.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7422

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $49.97 $109.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • In Pocket Satin Cocktail Dress

    This satin cocktail mini just got a subtle makeover with one fave feature—pockets! Dress is fitted through the waist and features spaghetti straps, a deep V neckline, seam detail at bodice, a back zip, and a bubble hem. Dress is made from a shiny cotton-blend material and offers a hint of stretch. 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0094

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $32.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glam Life Mini Dress
    Live your best glam life in this stunning LBD! The bodycon mini dress features a one shoulder neckline with ruffle detailing with a short sleeve, a slim fit bodice, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch.

    Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0163

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $17.97 $44.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Such A Queen Midi Dress

    You are the queen in this midi dress. This dress features a high cowl neckline and thin tie-your-self adjustable spaghetti straps. The dress has a straight bodice detailed with ruching at the sides which allows you to have the option of making the dress shorter or longer with the adjustable strings attached. The hemline has a scooping effect and the fabric is satin-like, which offers a relaxed fit with no stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0152

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $21.97 $54.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Love Bud Sweetheart Dress

    Hey sweetheart, Hey love bud , Hey little cutie ! The dress features a sweetheart neckline , tie yourself ribbon spaghetti straps, and a built in wire for a bra-like effect. The back-line of this dress is square and includes a hidden zipper. The bodice of this dress is a body con style that is form fitting and shows off those curves and has a mini slit at the hem. The dress is composed of a canvas material that offers moderate stretch. Muah!

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0219

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Renée Lace-Up Satin Dress
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    Go for gorgeous and get noticed in our stunning burgundy satin Renée gown. She features a seamed bodice with round neckline, double spaghetti straps leading to a lace-up tie back, and a long, A-line skirt with a high side slit. Renée is made from a smooth, shiny satin-like material with ample stretch.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0158

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $69.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Mariel Off Shoulder Dress
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    Stun in style and show off some of your best features in our Mariel dress.

    Fits & Features

    • Off Shoulder Neckline
    • Surplice V Bodice
    • Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
    • Fitted Skirt With Gathered Wrap Detail At Hip I High, Asymmetrical Side Slit
    • Woven Crepe Fabric I Fully Lined
    • Moderate Stretch 

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0133

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $46.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sandrine Keyhole Satin Gown
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    Rendered in a rich emerald-green satin, our Sandrine gown pulls out all the stops. She features a seamed bodice with a high, halter-style neckline, zipper and crisscross straps at back, plunging deep V keyhole detail at front, and a long, gently fluted skirt with a high side slit. Sandrine is fully lined and made from a soft, shiny woven material with ample stretch.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0157

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Pauline Formal Sequin Draped Bead Bodycon Dress

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    The Pauline formal sequin dress catches the light just right, making way for your head-turning entrance! She features a beautiful sleeveless plunge V-neckline with a sheer mesh insert, a padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, a stunning draped beading along her back, and a flattering bodycon silhouette and floor-length hem. The formal dress is designed with a sparkling sequin-scroll pattern on mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with fringe earrings for a gala or black tie event!

    This dazzling dress was made for the spotlight! Love the shimmer? Discover more sequin prom dresses or find a sophisticated look in our wedding guest dresses.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless plunge V-neckline, sheer mesh insert
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, padded bust
    • Hidden side zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Draped beading along the back
    • Bodycon silhouette, floor-length hem
    • Sequin-scroll pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7367

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $99.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Shining Gem Glitter Long Sleeve Mini Dress

    You'll be a shining gem in this glitter mini dress for parties or girl's nights! The short dress features sheer bell long sleeves, a square neckline, a flattering bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem on glitter crepe knit fabric. Style the glitter mini dress with platform heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer bell long sleeves
    • Square neckline
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Glitter crepe knit fabric
    • Moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5094

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sparkle Motion Glitter Mini Dress
    Ready to make moves? Then shine in this glitter-embellished red mini! Dress features cross-back spaghetti straps, a seamed, deep V princess bodice with lightly padded cups, and a curve-hugging skirt with envelope hem. Dress is made from a woven knit material and offers moderate stretch.

    Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0114

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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