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.

  • Simone Glitter Knit Mermaid Gown

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    Radiate elegance in our vibrant, eye-catching Simone gown! Cut for a close fit, she features all-over glitter and textured embellishment, spaghetti straps leading to a V neck bodice with open, low-knot back, and a long skirt with godets and dramatic mermaid-style hem. Simone is lined and made from a lightweight knit material with moderate stretch.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0121

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $79.90

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  • Taylor Formal Off The Shoulder Lace Dress

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    They'll be enchanted to meet you in our dreamy Taylor dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, off the shoulder strap accents, padded cups and an unlined mesh inset with a lattice detailing. Her slim fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length mermaid silhouette that is accented with a high side slit that reveals a contrasting knit lining. She features an all over floral lace fabric adorned with glitter accents throughout. She is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with a hook and eye closure.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6770

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $69.90

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  • Mara Crepe One Shoulder Gown
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    Turn heads from every angle in a homecoming dress like the sleekly stunning Mara gown. She features a dramatic single-shoulder seamed bodice with scalloped lace insets at the back and waist, a side zip, and a body-hugging slim skirt that pools gently at the hem. Mara is made from a crepe material with moderate stretch. Complete the look with a rhinestone clutch and a faux fur wrap.

    Fit & Features

    • One-shoulder neckline
    • Scalloped lace inserts
    • Sheer back
    • A-line silhouette
    • Lined crepe fabric
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6731

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

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  • Carolina Stretch Satin Dress
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    Rendered in a rich, jewel-toned hue, our satin Carolina mini dress will make you shine.

    Fits & Features

    • Curve Hugging Cut
    • Off Shoulder, V Neckline With Drape Detail 
    • Seamed Bodice With Back Zip
    • Slim-Line Pencil Style Skirt I Side Ruching I High Slit
    • Satin-Like Fabric 
    • Moderate 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: 05001-4143

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $39.90

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  • Josefina Wrap Party Dress

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    Wrap yourself in a satin beauty. Our Josefina is an adorable party dress that features a V neckline, double spaghetti straps, and a wrap designed bodice. Her bodice meets skirt mid waist with a flow that makes it easy to move around in. She is composed of a satin like material and is lined. 

    Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size 5.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0071

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Penny Sequin Party Dress

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    Welcoming our new love—Penny! She features a modest v neckline, double spaghetti straps that lead to triangular strap detailing, and a square back with a zipper closure. Penny's bodice includes padded cup inserts and meets a skater-style skirt mid waist. Penny is fully lined and includes a tulle layer beneath that adds a little bit of volume to your look! The overlay of this beautiful dress is meticulously detailed with sequins and embroidered knot stitching. The pattern of her sequins changes at the trim and the back into a swirl and leaf design. Penny is composed of a soft knit material. 

    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: 05001-0025

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $33.97 $96.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Susan Formal Sleeveless Midi Dress

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    Keep it sleek and sophisticated in our timelessly elegant Susan dress! She features a strapless sweetheart neckline, a built in no slip strip, padded cups, pleating accents along the bust, an empire waist accent and trendy side pockets. She is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit and a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with a hook and eye closure.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0027

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $54.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Frida Satin Party Dress

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    Babe we love you in satin! Our Frida cocktail dress is sweet and seductive. She showcases a straight neckline with skinny spaghetti straps that cross in the back and cross again, giving you the ability to tighten her up. Her fitted bodice has inserted padded cups and a banded waist. Her skirt meets bodice at high waist and offers a flow that makes it easy to move around in, and has a lower back zipper closure. Her satin like material has a beautiful sheen, and offers no stretch. Dress is fully lined and includes pockets! 

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0082

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $54.90

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  • Taryn Tulle Taffeta Party Dress

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    Pretty, polished, and primed to party, our Taryn dress will be a hit on your next night out!  She features  adjustable spaghetti straps leading to an X back, a lightly padded, seamed V bodice with back zip, and an A-line skirt with pockets and volume-building tulle underlay. Taryn is fully lined and made from a shiny taffeta material with moderate stretch.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0061

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $22.97 $64.90

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  • Laura Off The Shoulder Mesh Dress

    Make flirty moves in our pretty Laura off the shoulder dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline with short sleeves, a sweetheart neckline with padded cups, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist, and a flowy, full party skirt that is totally twirl-worthy. The dress is composed of a sheer mesh fabric with a foiled lining, and includes a knit lining with a tulle hem for added flare.

    Model is 5’3” with a 32” bust, 22.5" waist, and 34” hips. She is wearing a size three.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0019

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $35.97 $99.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Graceful In Lace Dress
    Make a graceful impression in chic lace! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, padded cups, narrow straps and an unlined floral lace panel with a lower back keyhole. Her slim fit bodice leads to a double layered skater skirt. Dress is composed of lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal stretch. Includes an exposed silver zipper closure.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8529

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Flower Power Chiffon Maxi Dress
    Power through the day with gorgeous florals! This navy blue maxi dress features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline with narrow straps, princess seams and a waistband accent. The back features an unlined floral lace accent with an open lower back. The slim fit bodice leads to a flowing carefree maxi length. The all over navy blue hue is accented with a teal hued floral design. Dress is composed of a slightly sheer chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes thin knit lining. 

    Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 22.5" waist and 34.5 hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0019

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $48.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Plus Make It Or Lace It Mini Dress

    Define your moment by lacing up in the perfect dress! The sleeveless mini has a flattering, wrap V neckline paired with a sexy lace up back. The garment is composed of a thick, crepe fabric that features side ruched detailing and offers a moderate stretch for a voluptuous, curve hugging fit.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15103-0021

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $15.97 $40.90

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  • Plus Charming Sweetheart Skater Dress
    Charm them all in this twirl worthy skater dress! It features a black hue, an off the shoulder neckline with strap accents, a sweetheart bust, a built in no slip strip and supportive padded cups. The relaxed fit bodice leads to a flared skater skirt. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate amount of stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'9" with a 38.5" bust, 31" waist and 52" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0088

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $12.97 $31.90

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  • Plus Lace Appeal Midi Dress

    Keep it flirty and charming in lace! This pretty midi dress features an elastic off the shoulder neckline, a scalloped lace pop over detail and a versatile midi length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined scalloped lace fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with plenty of stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0055

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $37.90

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  • Plus Ruche AF Mini Dress

    Don't sugarcoat it! Step up with your boss babe personality in this sexy mini dress that has a flattering off the shoulder neckline paired with long fitted sleeves and a curve enhancing, fitted appearance. The mini dress is composed of a full ruched mesh fabric paired with a nude, smooth knit lining.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15103-0023

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $48.90

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  • Plus Lace Appeal Skater Dress

    One way to ensure an unforgettable evening? Make the case for lace in this flirty skater style! Dress features spaghetti straps, a lightly padded sweetheart bodice with lace overlay, and a swing-y, inverted-pleat mini skirt. Dress slips on and is made from a lightweight nylon-crepe blend with a fair amount of stretch.

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    Model is 5'9" with a 38.5" bust, 31" waist and 52" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0104

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $38.90

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  • Plus Kacey Formal Heat Stone Dress
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    Mesmerize as you make a magical entrance in our dazzling Kacey dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a high round neckline, a  partially sheer bodice, a sweetheart bust lining, padded cups and a keyhole at the back. Her bodice is adorned with shimmering heat stones throughout! Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a combination mesh and crepe fabric that offers 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: 15002-0141

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $33.97 $72.90

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  • Plus Rhine It Up Satin Mini Dress

    Line up your fit for the night with this sexy satin piece! The mini dress features a plunging, sweetheart neckline paired with a wide bar detail that features sparkling rhinestones and narrow shoulder straps. The satin dress offers a moderate stretch that hugs your curves in all the right places!

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0073

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $38.90

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  • Plus Add Some Flair Skater Dress

    Add some flair to your style with this adorable lace skater dress!

    Fits & Features

    • Off Should Neckline With Sheer Lace Overlay
    • High Waist Seam
    • Flowy Skater Skirt With High Low Hem 
    • Sheer Lace Fabric With Full Knit Lining
    • Moderate Stretch 

    Model is 5'9" with a 38.5" bust, 31" waist and 52" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0102

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $47.90

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  • Plus Glow In Glitter Dress
    The glow is real in this sparkly glitter dress! This beauty features a V neckline with lightly padded cups, narrow straps that create an X back and a flirty tulip hemline. Garment is composed of knit fabric that offers plenty of stretch. 

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

    Glitter may spread.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0070

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $36.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Plus Selene Formal Ruched Velvet Dress
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    Channel Hollywood glam as you make a breathtaking entrance in our Selene dress! She features a V neckline, long sleeves, princess seams and a ruched detailing along the left side. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a curve hugging 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: 15002-0146

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $44.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Plus Lace Darling Mini Dress

    Make a darling appearance in lace! This mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline with a scalloped lace trim, supportive padded cups, adjustable narrow straps and princess seams. The relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve flattering mini length silhouette accented with a side slit. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with a scalloped lace design with a metallic outline. Dress offers a moderate stretch and includes a back zipper closure. 

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0085

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $37.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Plus Penelope Glitter Formal High Low Dress
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    Lead the room with a bit of magic in our glamorous Penelope dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, short sleeves and a relaxed fit bodice that leads to a flirty high low skirt that brings the best of both worlds! She is composed of a rich navy glitter knit fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Dress is lined with a smooth knit fabric. Glitter will transfer. 

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    Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0126

    Category Name: Homecoming Dresses

    Price: $59.90

    Availability: Out of Stock

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