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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Karla Sequin Iridescent Bodycon Party Dress
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Catch the dance floor lights in the Karla sequin party dress and mesmerize the room in her dazzling arora! She features a sleeveless, one-shoulder design with an adjustable spaghetti strap, built-in padding, a bodycon silhouette, and a short hem. Composed of an iridescent sequin mesh-lined fabric with minimal stretch. Style with rhinestone earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust, no bra required
- Back zipper, hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Iridescent sequin embroidery, mesh-lined fabric, minimal stretch
- Mint dress has left side straps, blue and purple dresses have right side straps
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1783
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Vee Formal Sequin Mermaid Dress
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Shine like the prom queen you are with a prom dress that was made to stand in the spotlight! Vee features a sleeveless wired V-neckline, padded cups to go braless, and adjustable spaghetti straps that create a customized fit. She stands out with a damask sequin pattern throughout. Her slim-fit waist leads to a flared mermaid silhouette that creates a dramatic entrance. Vee is composed of a fully lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete your prom outfit with heels and a sphere clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless wired V-neckline
- Padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Damask sequin pattern
- High waist, hidden back zipper closure
- Mermaid silhouette
- Fully lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1848
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ready For My Closeup Glitter Mini Dress
Get ready for your closeup boo in a mini dress that brings the glitz! The dress features a cowl neckline, spaghetti straps that cross at the back, an open-back design, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with clear mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps cross at back
- Open back design
- Mini length silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4211
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Moonlit Magic Rhinestone Tube Mini Dress
Party under the moonlight in this sparkly mini dress embellished with countless rhinestones that'll have you shining all night!
Fit & Features
- Rhinestone-embellished, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless tube pleated neckline
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000088
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Let It Glitz Glitter Sweetheart Mini Dress
Let yourself glitz and gleam in this glitter mini dress for party season! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a built-in padded bust, spaghetti straps, and a curve-defining asymmetrical mini-length hem with a faux wrap silhouette. Complete the look in strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded bust
- Spaghetti straps
- Asymmetrical mini-length hem, faux wrap silhouette
- Bodycon fit
- Glitter knit fabric, knit lining at the bust, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4208
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Always Invited Rhinestone Strap Dress
With this slinky knit mini dress, you'll always be invited to the party! It features a sleeveless cowl neckline with sparkly rhinestone straps, a bodycon silhouette, and back ruched seams to accentuate your natural curves! Complete the look in glam strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Rhinestone straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Back ruched seam
- Slinky knit-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4212
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Edlyn Sequin Laceup Mermaid Formal Dress
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Enchant in the Edlyn sequin formal prom dress to make a glamorous entrance at your next elegant affair or prom! She features adjustable spaghetti straps that shape her lace-up back that will have every head turn. Plus, she offers built-in bust support so no bra is needed. The fitted empire waist gently flows into a floor-length mermaid silhouette with a sultry side slit. She's composed of a sequin embroidered mesh-lined fabric with a minimal stretch. Compliment your look in satin lace-up heels.
This dress is the perfect pick for Prom! Not exactly your style? You’ll love other prom dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in bust support, no bra needed
- Lace-up back, zipper and hook and eye closure
- Fitted empire waist, side slit
- Mermaid floor-length silhouette
- Sequin embroidery
- Mesh-lined fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6823
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jaxine Formal Satin Corset Dress
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Make a grand entrance in a formal dress that radiates elegance! Jaxine features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with adjustable spaghetti straps and a corset bodice with piping accents. Her slim-fit bodice leads to a sweeping A-line silhouette with a daring high side slit. She is composed of a smooth satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Structured and padded bust, no bra required
- Corset bodice, contrast piping, flexible boning
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, A-line silhouette, high side slit
- Satin fabric
- Flowy fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1838
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lizzie Formal Glitter Caged A-Line Dress
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Sparkly and sultry, the Lizzie glitter formal dress is designed to captivate every guest at prom! She stuns in a classy, sleeveless, V-neckline, princess seams on the bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps so you can customize her fit, and side pockets perfect for keeping your hands warm. Make heads turn everywhere you go thanks to the caged-back detail that radiates a femme allure atop the A-line silhouette that effortlessly kisses the floor and features a sexy high-cut front slit. Complete your prom look in elegant earrings and a dainty bracelet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Caged back detail, zipper, hook and eye closure
- Side pockets, high-cut front slit
- A-line silhouette, floor-length hem
- Glitter fabrication, knit lining
- Flowy fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1831
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $59.97 $119.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Polly Formal High Slit Sequin Dress
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Make a sparkling entrance at prom in a prom dress that puts you at the center of attention! Polly features a sleeveless square neckline, a double-row of adjustable spaghetti straps that cross at the back, and a mermaid silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that is adorned with iridescent sequins set in a damask pattern. Complete the look with a sphere clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, double-row adjustable spaghetti straps
- Padded bust, no bra required
- Cross-back design
- Mermaid silhouette, high side slit
- Iridescent sequins, damask pattern
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form-hugging fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1846
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Eris Formal Sequin Scroll Dress
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Walk into the room in a formal dress that brings the glamour to your special event. Eris features a sequin scroll pattern, a one-shoulder neckline with a supportive tank shoulder strap, padded cups that provide additional support, and a slim-fit waist. The waist leads to a floor-length form-hugging silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers minimal stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, tank shoulder strap
- Padded cups
- Sequin scroll pattern
- High waist, back zipper closure
- Slim-fit form-hugging silhouette, high side slit
- Lined mesh fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1832
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Amari Strapless Applique Mermaid Satin Formal Dress
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The gorgeous Amari satin formal dress offers an alluring and feminine look with an applique design and mermaid silhouette that highlights your curves!
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric, bust knit lining
- Strapless sweetheart wired neckline, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Applique design
- Mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem with train
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, black-tie galas and parties, weddings, fancy dinner parties, nights at the theatre
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9700
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Christal Sequin Strappy Mermaid Formal Dress
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Light up the room at prom in the Christal sequin formal dress that brings sparkle to every soiree! She features a sultry V-neckline with padding and spaghetti straps that lead to a lace-up back to showcase a little extra allure. The form-fitting bodice of the dress flaunts your curves on the mermaid silhouette that flows into a floor-length hem. Her sequin embroidered mesh fabric offers no stretch. Complete your stunning look in statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, padded bust
- Strappy back detail, zipper closure
- Form-fitting mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Sequin embroidery
- Lined mesh fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1842
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Danny Formal Corset Mesh Long Dress
Special Occasion
Look absolutely stunning in the Danny formal dress designed to give your curves a moment! She features a sleeveless, sweetheart neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, built-in padded bust with underwire support atop the corset-style mesh bodice. Her form-fitting silhouette offers a ruching effect and gently flows into a floor-length hem with a sultry side slit to showcase some skin! Composed of a mesh-lined fabric with a minimal stretch. Finish the look with a rhinestone clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust, underwire support, back zipper closure
- Corset-style mesh bodice, flexible boning
- Form-fitting silhouette
- Ruching effect, floor-length hem, side slit accent
- Mesh-lined fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1836
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lola High Slit Crepe Dress
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Flaunt your natural beauty in our fabulous Lola dress! She features a trendy cowl neckline with a slim-fit bodice, a floor-sweeping silhouette with a sultry high side slit to elongate your legs, and a form-hugging fit. Pair this gorgeous dress with a sleek ring set to add some glamour to your look for your special occasion.
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Shop Short Version: Sleek Vibes Satin Mini Dress
Fit & Features
- Cowl neckline, spaghetti straps
- Sticky bra recommended
- Thigh-high side slit
- Slim-fit bodice, form-hugging fit
- Floor-length silhouette
- Crepe fabric, double-lined at the bust, non-see-through
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1841
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Emery Sleeveless Lace Formal Dress
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Showcase a gorgeous sparkle with each step in the Emery lace formal dress! She features a sleeveless boat neckline, tank shoulder straps leading to a chic open back design with scalloped lace detailing, a high waist seam, and a fitted floor-length silhouette. The lined lace fabric features all-over glitter for a pretty, picturesque vibe. Style the dress with rhinestone duster earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless boat neckline, tank shoulder straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Open back, scalloped lace detailing
- High waist seam, floor-length silhouette
- Sheer glitter lace fabric, full knit lining
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1824
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dani Sleek Strappy Back Mini Dress
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Sleek and stunning, the Dani bodycon mini dress is a perfect choice for a night out on the town! She features a sleeveless cowl neckline, dual spaghetti straps that lead to an open back with a strappy lace-up design, back ruched detailing, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the look with rhinestone earrings and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, dual spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Open back, strappy lace-up design, tie closure
- Back ruching
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Satin knit fabric, moderate stretch, pretty sheen
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0964
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunning Impression Asymmetrical Midi Dress
Make a stunning impression in a midi dress that commands attention. The dress features a sleeveless wrap V-neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching, a high-side slit, and a midi-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric with a glamourous sheen finish. Complete look with mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless wrap V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruching
- High side slit
- Midi-length silhouette
- Smooth knit fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1329
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Play It Cool Crepe Mini Dress
Play it cool with this fab mini dress that is part casual, part chic! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, pleating at the bodice, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Pleating at bodice
- Mini length silhouette
- Crepe fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4190
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jianna Floral Satin Short A-Line Dress
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The Jianna floral satin dress exudes feminine chic vibes with its strappy lace-up back and flirty A-line short silhouette perfect for all night dancing!
Show off your style in this standout dress. Feeling the short and chic vibe? Discover more fashion-forward short prom dresses or elevate your style with our formal dresses.
Fit & Features
- Floral printed satin woven fabric, stretchy knit skirt lining
- Cowl neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Open back, lace-up strappy design
- High waist, back elastic waistband
- Short A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Formal dances, weddings, date nights, dinner parties, milestone celebrations, graduations, and champagne bars, bridal showers, wedding showers, baby showers, engagement parties, fancy brunches
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2466
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shimmering Beauty Glitter Tie-Back Midi Dress
Show up to the party looking like beauty in this glitter slit midi dress! Featuring a sleeveless, square neck with a low-cut, tie-back, and a bum ruching to accentuate your curves. The knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete your dazzling look with metallic heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, spaghetti straps
- Square neck, low-cut back with tie
- Bum ruching
- Slit midi-length hem
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4181
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shoulder The Flirt A-Line Mini Dress
Giving soft drama and sweet details! This cold shoulder mini dress flatters with a twist-front sweetheart neckline and an A-line fit that flatters just right, perfect for date night or semi-formal soirees.
Fit & Features
- Airy mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Cold shoulder sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000257
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stylish Sparkle Glitter Knit Mini Dress
Bring that stylish sparkle to your night out look with this chic LBD! Featuring a sleeveless square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, a short, wrap-front skirt with an asymmetrical hem, a curve-hugging fit, and a glitter knit fabric, this dress is perf for dancing the night away. Style with lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Wrap-front skirt design, ruching at the waist
- Mini-length asymmetrical hem
- Fitted bodycon silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4182
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sassy Sequin Cutout Velvet Dress
You'll be coming in style in this sassy sequin mini dress for a club night! It features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline with an alluring cutout strap, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette to flaunt your figure. The velvet fabric features all-over sequin embroidery for a glam sheen. Complete the look in this mini dress with chic block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, cutout strap
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Mini-length hem
- Bodycon silhouette
- Sequin embroidery
- Velvet fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4178
Category Name: Homecoming Dresses
Price: $5.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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