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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Catch Feels Satin Knit Short Dress
Watch everyone catch feels for you in this silky satin club dress on a night out! The short dress features a sleeveless square neckline, sleek spaghetti straps that cross in the back, corset-inspired seams along the bodice, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in a choker and earrings set!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back design
- Corset-inspired seam bodice
- Bodycon silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Lined silky satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4800
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sheer Factor Mesh Ruche Mini Dress
Up the sheer factor for the night in this mesh mini dress perfect for parties and celebrations! The sleeveless dress features a subtle sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a pipe trim bodice, and side ruched seams to accentuate your curves along the bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in sparkly stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Pipe trim along the bodice
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2089
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $5.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunning Sight Satin Cowl Mini Dress
Look striking and stunning for all who see you in this lustrous satin mini dress at the club! The dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neck with a cowl draping, adjustable spaghetti straps, a built-in underwire padded bust, flexible boning, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neck, cowl draping
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in underwire padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Flexible boning, bodycon, mini-length hem
- Lined satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4801
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Genesis Satin Corset A-Line Party Dress
Special Occasion
Flaunt your flirty attitude in the Genesis satin party dress perfect for school dances, rehearsal dinners, and formal birthdays! She features a sleeveless square neck, tank shoulder straps, a corset bodice with flexible boning, hidden side pockets to keep your hands warm, and a flattering A-line silhouette with a short-length hem. The formal dress is composed of silky satin fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in glitter stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, tank shoulder straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Corset bodice, flexible boning, hidden side pockets
- A-line silhouette, short-length hem
- Silky satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Bra friendly design
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1336
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $56.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Falling For You Satin Ruche Midi Dress
Watch everyone fall for you in this luxe satin midi dress at rehearsal dinners, graduations, and dressy cocktail parties! The dress features a sleeveless square neck, spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and an adjustable front ruching atop a flirty slit accent. The sleek satin-knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete the look with a stunning collar necklace.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Adjustable front ruching, drawstring
- Slit accent, midi-length hem
- Luxe satin-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2077
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $5.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Unforgettable Heat Open Strappy Back Glitter Mini Dress
Made for unforgettable occasions! This sparkling glitter mini dress boasts an open strappy back that turns the heat up anywhere you go and a flattering A-line silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Cowl neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Open strappy back
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-6087
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $38.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK, BLUE
Available Size: L
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Sparkle All The Way Glitter Dress
Sparkle all the way to the club in this glitter mini dress perfect for a night out! Featuring an on-trend sleeveless square neck, spaghetti straps, and front ruched seam accentuating your curves along the bodycon fit. Complete the look in platform block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Spaghetti straps
- Front ruched seam
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Glitter mesh fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4793
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $5.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stevie Formal Sequin Midi Dress
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A cause for celebration! Make every room shine in the Stevie formal sequin dress perfect for birthdays or wedding guests. She features a sleeveless one-shoulder, cowl neck, adjustable spaghetti strap, built-in padded bust, and bodycon silhouette with a slit along the midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin fabric with a knit lining and plenty of stretch. Style with lace-up heels and earrings to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder, cowl neck, adjustable spaghetti strap
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Built-in padded bust
- Bodycon, front slit, midi-length hem
- Sequin fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- No bra required
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1335
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Francesca Rhinestone Lace-Up Party Dress
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A girl's gotta shine and the Francesa party dress elevates your inner sparkle with her array of all-over colored rhinestones perfect for formal birthdays and bachelorettes! She features a sleeveless plunge V-neckline with a sheer nude mesh insert, spaghetti straps that lace up along her open back, and a short form-hugging silhouette. The party dress is composed of a color rhinestone-embellished mesh fabric with a smooth knit stretchy lining. Complete the look with fringe rhinestone earrings and a purse.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunge V-neckline, sheer nude mesh insert
- Spaghetti straps, open lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Short form-hugging silhouette
- Colored rhinestone-embellishments
- Mesh fabric, smooth knit stretchy lining
- Pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1410
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cynthia Formal Glitter Mermaid Dress
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Stun the crowd with your sparkle in the Cynthia formal glitter dress for a night out at a gala, school dance, or charity auction! She features a sleeveless square neck with a built-in padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, a sultry side and back cutout with a sheer mesh overlay, a form-hugging mermaid silhouette, and a high front slit along the floor-length hem. The formal long dress is composed of shimmering glitter knit fabric. Complete the look with a necklace and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Side and back cutout, sheer mesh fabric overlay
- Mermaid silhouette, high front slit, floor-length hem
- Glitter knit fabric, lined bust, moderate stretch
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-4022
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glamorous Glow Sequin Mini Dress
Give off a glamorous glow that will catch all the glances in this stunning sequin mini dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, an open back with a lower lace-up strappy design, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette that will hug your curves. The iridescent sequins are embroidered in a luxe scroll pattern that will create a gorgeous shine. Style with a rhinestone jewelry set.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps
- Open back, lower lace-up strappy design, tie closure
- Lower back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length hem, bodycon fit
- Iridescent sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2071
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $5.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dazzle Down Sequin Lace-Up Mini Dress
Shake, shimmy, and get down in this sequin mini dress out on the dance floor! It features a sleeveless V-neck, sleek bungee spaghetti straps that lace up in the back, a bodycon silhouette, and a flirty slit accent on the hem. Complete the look with earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neck
- Bunge spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, slit accent
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4784
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $6.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cassidy Lace-Up A-Line Short Dress
Special Occasion
Structured yet playful, the Cassidy is made for twirls and double takes with its voluminous skater silhouette and sculpting woven scuba fabric. The strapless sweetheart surplice neckline and lace-up back bring just the right amount of drama.
Fit & Features
- Woven scuba fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless sweetheart surplice neckline, padded bra cups
- Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Voluminous skater short silhouette
- Princess seam detailing
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, weddings, birthdays, date nights, black tie events, dinner parties, fancy soirees
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000115
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Play The Party Crepe Mesh Skater Dress
Made for more than just twirling, this crepe mini skater dress is ready to play up your cuteness at the party! Featuring a sleeveless V-neckline, padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, a sheer mesh bodice with trim, and a flattering skater silhouette with a layered short-length hem. Complete the look with a charming hair accessory.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Sheer mesh bodice, trim
- Skater silhouette
- Layered short-length hem
- Crepe fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2072
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alena Chiffon Long Sleeve Ruched Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The Alena formal mini dress is the perfect amount of chic and sultry! She features a plunging V-neckline with a matching V-back design, long sheer chiffon blouson sleeves with tapered knit hems, ruching down the front and back, a mini-length hem, and a curve-hugging silhouette. The lined knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Style this dress with rhinestone fringe earrings for your next fancy party!
Fit & Features
- Plunging V-neckline, V-back design
- Long sheer chiffon blouson sleeves, tapered knit hems
- Ruching down the front and back
- Mini-length hem, curve-hugging fit
- Knit fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1321
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Diane Crepe Bow Strap Short Dress
Special Occasion
Play up your flirty style in the Diane short dress ready to celebrate birthdays or milestone events! She's designed with a sleeveless, one-shoulder folded neckline with a statement bow strap, a detailed bodice, a bodycon silhouette, and a flirty hem slit. The formal dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric with minimal stretch. Style with stiletto heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder folded neckline
- Statement bow strap
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Detailed bodice, bodycon silhouette
- Slit accent, short-length hem
- Lined crepe fabric, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1290
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Lydia Taffeta Skater Party Dress
Special Occasion
For the girls who want to make a memorable entrance, the Lydia short party dress is the cute showstopper you're after! Perfect for school dances, weddings, and formal banquets. She features a sleeveless square neckline, tank shoulder straps, a high waist seam with hidden side pockets to keep your hands warm, and a flattering fit and flare short silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a woven taffeta fabric with multiple tulle and stretchy knit lining to give her a voluminous effect. Complete the look with a glitter clutch and platform stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, tank shoulder straps
- High waist seam, hidden side pockets
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Fit and flare, skater short silhouette
- Taffeta woven fabric, tulle and stretchy knit linings
- Bra friendly design
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1299
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Prettiest Sparkle Glitter Knit Skater Dress
Show off the prettiest sparkle in this adorable glitter knit skater dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back strap design, a high waist seam, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. Style with block heels and a rhinestone embellished evening bag.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back strap design
- High waist seam
- Short skater skirt
- Fit and flare silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2063
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Night Out Slay Satin Bodycon Mini Dress
Get ready to slay in this sleek satin bodycon mini dress for your next girl's night out! It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, a mini-length hem with a short front slit, and a curve-hugging silhouette. The smooth satin-knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style with a rhinestone clutch and clear heels!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Mini-length hem, short front slit
- Bodycon silhouette
- Satin-knit fabric, full knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4776
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Brooke Formal Tulle Corset Skater Dress
Special Occasion
Create a chic and stylish snatched look that will draw all the attention at HOCO with the Brooke formal tulle corset skater dress. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with ruching at the bust, a corset-designed bodice with flexible boning inserts to provide structure, and adjustable spaghetti straps for that perfect customized fit. Her high waist seam flows out to a short skater skirt with an adorable fit and flare silhouette. Complete your homecoming look with a gemstone necklace and earrings set.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, ruching at the bust
- Corset-designed bodice, flexible boning inserts
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper closure
- High waist seam, short skater skirt, fit and flare silhouette
- Sheer tulle fabric, full-length lining
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1291
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Can’t Miss This Moment Mini Dress
Your RSVP to every spotlight—this halter mini dress brings the sultriness. The luxe knit fabric hugs you just right, making it your new go-to for date nights to weddings, and cocktail soirees!
Fit & Features
- Luxe knit stretchy fabric, bust lining
- Mock neck halter neckline
- Partial open back
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000468
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Harlow Square Neck Babydoll Party Dress
Special Occasion
Catch the cuteness of the Harlow babydoll party dress for twirling out on the dance floor at weddings, birthdays, and graduation parties! She features a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a flirtascious short-length silhouette. The formal dress is composed of an airy organza overlay with multiple tulle and chiffon linings for a full effect. Complete the look in glitzy fringe earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Babydoll silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Airy organza overlay, multiple tulle and chiffon linings
- Strapless bra or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1292
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tina Formal Satin Mermaid Wrap Dress
Special Occasion
Illuminate the night in the Tina formal satin dress to make a dreamy entrance at cocktail soirees and fancy celebration parties! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a wire insert, adjustable spaghetti straps, a pleated bodice, and a faux wrap curve-hugging mermaid silhouette that crafts the sultry front slit and long hem. The formal dress is composed of a silky satin-lined fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete the look in glam heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, wire insert
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Pleated bodice, curve-hugging
- Mermaid silhouette, faux wrap high slit, floor-length hem
- Lined satin, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-3652
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Julia Formal Sequin Sash A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Sparkle through the night in the unique Julia formal sequin dress at banquets or red-carpet events! She stuns in a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline with cascading chiffon sash atop the shoulder strap, a flattering A-line silhouette, a front slit, and a floor-length hem. The formal long dress is composed of a sequin-embellished mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in dangly earrings and glitzy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Single strap, chiffon sash, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line silhouette, front slit
- Floor-length hem
- Sequin-embellished mesh fabric, stretch knit lining
- Strapless bra, sticky bra, or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-3490
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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