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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Ivanka Taffeta Rhinestone Bubble Hem Dress
Special Occasion
Add a flirty flair to your formal wear in the Ivanka taffeta short dress! She features a V-neckline with a wired insert and foldover design, adjustable spaghetti straps, a padded bust, a flattering pleated waist, and an A-line silhouette with a bubble-style short hem. The formal mini dress is composed of a smooth taffeta woven fabric with colored rhinestone embellishments for a sparkly look and has a sewn-in stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with glitzy flat sandals for a sweet sixteen, wedding, or school dance!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, wire insert, foldover design
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Pleated waist, A-line silhouette, bubble-style short hem
- Colored rhinestone embellishments
- Taffeta woven fabric, sewn-in stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1980
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $84.90
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Dark Romance Lace-Up Mini Dress
This floral-embroidered mini dress is sleek, sultry, and unforgettable. With a lace-up back and bodycon fit, it’s made for candlelit dinners and after-hours plans.
Fit & Features
- Floral-embroidered, mesh-lined fabric
- V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back
- Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000312
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruffle Me Down Satin V-Neck Party Dress
Dare to drop it low in this satin party dress! Featuring a bodycon silhouette and ruffled trim side slit, you’ll turn heads wherever you go. With its V-neck, spaghetti straps, and mini-length hem, this dress will help you feel confident and chic! Complete the look in spiral block heels for a celebration.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neck, spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Side ruffled slit, mini-length hem
- Silky satin fabric
- Minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2783
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $5.97 $36.90
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Wildest Dreams Butterfly Applique Babydoll Dress
Live out your wildest dreams in this enchanting airy tulle babydoll dress! It features a V-neckline with a sheer ruffled trim, center ruching with an adjustable tie-front design, short puff sleeves with ruffled hems, an empire waist, a short-length hem with a flowy babydoll silhouette, and all-over organza butterfly applique accents with subtle glitter trims. The sheer tulle fabric has a full-length knit lining. Style with flower hair clips and clear heels for the perfect party look!
Fit & Features
- V-neckline, sheer tulle ruffled trim
- Center ruching, adjustable tie-front design
- Sheer short puff sleeves, ruffled elasticized hems, hidden side zipper closure
- Empire waist, short-length hem, babydoll silhouette
- All-over organza butterfly applique accents, glitter trims
- Sheer tulle fabric, full-length knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2763
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $26.97 $59.90
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Speak My Language Crepe Rose Strapless Dress
This crepe mini dress speaks your love language! Featuring a strapless neckline with non-slip grip lining, front 3D roses that make a statement, and a flattering bodycon silhouette. The party dress is composed of a sleek crepe fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with strappy block heels for a cocktail party or dressy event!
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- 3D roses across the front
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Crepe fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2777
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Perfect Style Ruffled Mesh Mini Dress
This trendy ruffled mesh mini dress is the perfect style to impress on your next date! It features a sleeveless asymmetric one-shoulder neckline, a long cascading ruffled accent that flows from the shoulder to the hem, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette that will showcase your gorgeous curves. The sheer mesh fabric includes a stretchy knit lining. Complete your dressy date night look with stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless asymmetric one-shoulder neckline
- Long flowy ruffled accent, runs from the shoulder to the hem
- Mini-length hem
- Bodycon silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2873
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Sparkly Arrival One Shoulder Glitter Mini Dress
A glitter mini dress delivers ultimate shine in a one-shoulder neckline with a sheer fitted long sleeve and a classic bodycon silhouette. Perfect for styling with earrings.
Fit & Features
- Glitter mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- One-shoulder neckline
- Sheer fitted long sleeve
- Bodycon wrap-style mini length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5209
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Time To Twirl Floral Tulle Babydoll Dress
It's your time to twirl in this whimsical floral tulle babydoll dress that will have you looking like a total dream! It features a sleeveless V-neckline with a built-in padded bust, adorable tie-shoulder tulle straps, an empire waist, a short-length hem with a flowy babydoll silhouette, all-over floral embroidery, and organza flower accents. The sheer tulle fabric has a tulle skirt lining and a full-length knit lining. Style this short dress with rhinestone butterfly earrings for the prettiest party look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded bust
- Tie-shoulder tulle straps
- Empire waist, short-length hem, babydoll silhouette
- All-over floral embroidery, organza flower accents
- Sheer tulle fabric, sheer tulle skirt lining, full-length knit lining
- Minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2762
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $26.97 $59.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Hayden Halter Lace-Up Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Flirt with the spotlight in the Hayden embroidered mini dress, designed with a high halter neckline and an open lace-up back that wows from every angle. Its textured floral finish adds just the right touch of luxe.
Fit & Features
- Embroidered woven-lined fabric
- High halter neckline
- Open lace-up back design
- Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, weddings, engagement parties, baby showers, bridal showers, fancy brunches, birthdays, milestone celebrations, cocktail soirees
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000255
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $79.90
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Kierra Formal Glitter Velvet High Slit Dress
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A timelessly glamorous style for bridesmaids or wedding guests, the Kierra Formal Glitter Velvet High Slit Dress brings sophistication and elegance. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a wired insert, bungee spaghetti straps, a padded bust, and a back cutout with a hook-clasp closure. Her front ruched seam and high front slit provide an alluring texture, while the long-length hem and A-line silhouette promise a flattering fit. Glittering velvet knit fabric offers the perfect sparkling touch and has a bust lining and moderate stretch. Complete the look in a necklace and earrings set.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, wired insert
- Padded bust, sleek bungee spaghetti straps
- Back cutout with hook-clasp strap
- Front ruched seam, high slit
- A-line silhouette, long-length hem
- Glitter velvet knit fabric, bust lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7387
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $72.90
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Timeless Crush Sleeveless Ruffle Midi Dress
A crush that's timeless? Yourself in this sleeveless midi dress! It features a square neck, spaghetti straps, a flattering bodycon silhouette, and a high-low ruffled midi-length hem on smooth knit fabric. Complete the look with a chic crop jacket and heels for a party!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- High-low ruffled midi-length hem
- Smooth knit fabric
- Moderat stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2756
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $5.97 $36.90
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She's Iconic Strapless Ruffled Tulle Skater Dress
Create an iconic look that brings the drama in this chic ruffled tulle skater dress. It features a strapless straight-across neckline, a fitted bodice with flexible boning and a stretchy smocked back, a fitted high waist with an adorable tie-back bow design, a short ruffled and tiered skater skirt, and a fab fit and flare silhouette. The dress features a woven top and a sheer airy tulle skirt with a woven skirt lining. Style with a rhinestone jewelry set for your next party.
Fit & Features
- Strapless straight-across neckline, no-slip strip
- Fitted bodice, flexible boning inserts, stretchy smocked back
- Fitted high waist, tie-back bow design
- Short ruffled and tiered skater skirt
- Fit and flare silhouette
- Woven top, sheer tulle skirt, woven skirt lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2753
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $13.97 $62.90
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Chic Standout Satin Asymmetric Midi Dress
You'll be such a chic standout at cocktail hour in this silky-sleek satin midi dress. It features a strapless straight-across neckline, a fitted bodice, and an asymmetric high-cut midi-length hem with a flowy silhouette. The satin woven fabric has minimal stretch. Style with lace-up stiletto heels!
Fit & Features
- Strapless straight-across neckline
- Dart seam accents
- Asymmetric high-cut midi-length hem
- Fitted bodice, flowy silhouette
- Satin woven fabric, knit lining at the bust, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2752
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $45.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Molly Formal Butterfly Applique A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Your ethereal beauty in the Molly formal butterfly dress will sweep everyone away! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a corset bodice with flexible boning, a showstopping lace-up back design, and a flattering A-line silhouette that leads to a ruffled long hem. The formal dress is designed with beautiful all-over butterfly appliques on airy mesh fabric to give you a whimsical charm and has multiple tulle and satin woven linings for a voluminous effect. Complete the look with fringe earrings and heels for a dressy banquet dinner or outdoor wedding!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Corset bodice, flexible boning, back lace-up design
- Lower back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line silhouette, ruffled long hem
- Butterfly appliques, airy mesh fabric, multiple tulle and satin linings
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2027
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $104.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Rosé All Day Floral Lace-Up Sequin Mini Dress
Flirty, sparkly, and oh-so-romantic—this sequin mini dress blooms with gorgeous florals and a lace-up back made for unforgettable nights. From dinner dates to dance floors, this dress is your go-to glam.
Fit & Features
- Floral pattern, sequin-embellished
- Square neckline
- Dual spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back
- Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000206
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $56.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Adele Pearl Detail Ruffle Tulle Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Make an enchanting regal entrance at your next black-tie affair in the ethereal and chic Adele formal dress! She features a sleeveless plunge V-neck and back with a surplice design, tank shoulder straps with adorable tie-shoulder bow accents, and a stretchy smocked high waist with a matching tie-front belt. Her floor-length hem features a stunning tiered ruffled design with a flowy A-line silhouette. The airy sheer tulle fabric features all-over faux pearl embellishments for the prettiest touch of glamour, and includes a full-length lining. Complete your look with a rhinestone lariat necklace and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunge V-neck and back, surplice design
- Tank shoulder straps, tie-shoulder bow accents
- Stretchy smocked high waist, tie-front belt
- Floor-length hem, tiered ruffled design, flowy A-line silhouette
- All-over faux pearl embellishments, sheer tulle fabric, full-length knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7781
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $49.97 $109.90
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Never Ending Mesh Ruched Mini Dress
You'll receive endless compliments in this mesh mini dress perfect for birthday babe or celebrations! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, all-over ruching to accentuate your gorgeous curves, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. Complete the look with hoop earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- All-over ruching
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2739
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Ready To Shine Glitter Short Skater Dress
This stunningly sparkly short dress is sure to turn heads. Crafted in luxurious glitter mesh fabric, with a cowl neck and spaghetti straps, this short skater silhouette brings a timeless sparkle to any occasion. It features a flattering fit and flare silhouette. Complete the look in block heels for prom or a banquet!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neck
- Spaghetti straps
- High waist seam
- Short-length hem
- Fit and flare skater silhouette
- Sheer glitter mesh fabric, full-length knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2740
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Love Like This Rosette Mesh Mini Dress With Train
You'll never have a love like this mesh mini dress to sweeten up your semi-formal occasions! The square neckline and mesh straps add an alluring touch, while the bodycon fit flatters your figure. The side rosette flower with cascading ruffled train adds a touch of drama, making this mini dress perfect for any event! Complete the look with a clutch and platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Mesh straps
- Side rosette flower, cascading ruffled train
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2737
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $6.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Carina Tulle Polka Dot A-Line Party Dress
Special Occasion
You can't help but feel like a modern day princess in the Carina tulle party dress perfect for dressy celebrations or any fancy affair! She features a sleeveless surplice V-neckline, wide shoulder straps with ties, an adorable smocked tie waist with belt loop accents, and a flattering A-line silhouette and a tiered ruffled short-length hem. The party dress is crafted from a voluminous tulle polka dot fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in statement rhinestone heels and jewelry!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless surplice V-neckline
- Wide shoulder straps with ties
- Smocked tie waist belt, belt loop accents
- A-line silhouette, tiered ruffled short-length hem
- Tulle polka dot fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1961
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $39.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Factor Ruffled Off-The-Shoulder Mini Dress
Look chic in this ruffled off-the-shoulder mini dress for date night! This dress was mad to impress with a ruched waist and a bodycon fit that hugs your curves. Pair with a clutch and heels.
Fit & Features
- Crepe knit fabric with moderate stretch
- Ruffled off-the-shoulder neckline, short sleeves
- Ruched waist
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2735
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Unreal Shine Glitter Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
Debut your unreal shine in this glitter mesh mini dress at parties or a dressy date night! Featuring adorable puff short sleeves, a V-neckline with a ruched bust seam, a bodycon silhouette, and flattering side ruching that accentuates your curves. Complete the look with a bracelet and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Puff short sleeves
- V-neckline, ruched bust seam
- Bodycon silhouette
- Side ruched seams
- Mini-length hem
- Glitter mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2733
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Britt Rhinestone Satin Heart Cutout Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Sweet yet daring, the Britt rhinestone satin mini dress turns up the charm with a sparkling heart-shaped cutout. Finished with a voluminous bubble skirt, it’s the kind of playful-glam dress made for dancing all night.
Fit & Features
- Satin-lined fabric
- Strapless neckline
- Rhinestone-embellished corset bodice, heart cutout
- Bubble mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, bridal celebrations, engagement parties and photoshoots, rehearsal dinners, bachelorettes, birthdays, fancy date nights, milestone celebrations, holidays
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000453
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Kylie Formal Glitter Ruffle Long Dress
Special Occasion
The Kylie formal glitter dress will ensure no one overlooks your entrance. She features a cowl neckline, form-hugging slim silhouette, and glitter crepe knit fabric, this sleeveless dress makes a statement with its sophisticated side slit trimmed with elegant ruffled trim. An eye-catching piece for any evening event, this long-length hem will have you glittering as you make your grand entrance. Complete the look in platform heels and clutch for a school dance or red carpet occasion!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Form-hugging slim silhouette
- High side slit, ruffle trim, long hem
- Glitter crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7765
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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