Black Wedding Guest Dresses

Black Wedding Guest Dresses for Every Kind of Celebration

Black Wedding Guest Dresses make it easy to dress for a wedding without overcomplicating the color choice. Black can feel sleek, romantic, dramatic, or understated depending on the silhouette and fabrication, giving you plenty of room to match the venue, dress code, and mood of the celebration.

Guest Dresses in Black from Classic to Current

A-line and flowy silhouettes bring a softer feel to the color, while bodycon and mermaid styles create a more defined shape. Open backs, ruffles, front slits, and structured details can give classic guest dresses in black a more modern point of view.

Fabric adds even more personality. Satin and crepe keep the look polished, lace and mesh add texture, while velvet, glitter, and knit offer richer or more seasonal finishes. Cowl, halter, square, sweetheart, and V-necklines give you different ways to shape the look without changing the versatility of black.

Black Wedding Guest Dresses for Different Dress Codes

The right black dress depends on the invitation as much as the color. Little black wedding guest dresses can work well for cocktail and party-style receptions, while longer or more structured silhouettes can feel better suited to semi-formal and formal events.

If you want to compare lengths or levels of dressiness, explore short wedding guest dresses. You can also browse Windsor’s broader wedding guest dresses for more colors, silhouettes, and dress-code options.

Is It Appropriate to Wear Black to a Wedding?

Yes. Black is widely worn for weddings today, especially when the dress itself fits the formality and setting of the event. A polished silhouette, elevated fabric, or thoughtful styling can make black feel celebratory rather than severe.

For daytime or more relaxed weddings, consider softer fabrics, shorter lengths, or romantic details like lace and ruffles. For evening or formal celebrations, satin, velvet, mermaid shapes, and longer silhouettes can give black a more elevated effect. Explore black guest dress ideas for more ways to match the look to the occasion.

How Do You Make a Black Wedding Guest Dress Feel Special?

Use the dress details and accessories to set the mood. Metallic heels, pearls, sparkling earrings, or a statement clutch can add contrast, while a dress with a cowl neckline, open back, slit, or textured fabrication already brings visual interest on its own.

You don’t need to add everything at once. If the dress has glitter, lace, or strong structure, simpler accessories can keep the outfit polished. If the silhouette is minimal, jewelry and shoes give you more room to personalize the look.

Find Windsor’s Black Wedding Guest Dresses in short, midi, and long silhouettes, with polished fabrics and modern details suited to everything from relaxed receptions to formal celebrations.

  • Raegan Formal Crepe Long Dress

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    Sophistication at its finest! The Raegan formal crepe dress is a beautiful option for black-tie galas and holiday events! She features sheer peasant sleeves, an off-the-shoulder neckline with a v-notch wire insert, and a surplice bodice. Her form-hugging, mermaid silhouette leads to the floor-length hem with a sultry high-cut front slit for a show of skin. The formal dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete your dressy look with a gemstone collar necklace and earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer peasant sleeves
    • Off-the-shoulder neckline, v-notch wire insert
    • Surplice bodice
    • Form-hugging, mermaid silhouette
    • High-cut front slit, floor-length hem
    • Lined crepe fabric, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2513

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $62.90

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  • Lovely Seeing You Floral Chiffon Midi Dress

    They'll be pleased to make your lovely acquaintance looking so romantic in this floral chiffon midi dress as the perfect wedding guest! The sleeveless dress features a sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a stretchy smocked back, a built-in padded bust, and a flattering front slit along the flowy hem. Complete the look with clear lucite block heels and a clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Stretchy smocked back, zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Built-in padded bust
    • Front slit, midi-length hem
    • Garden rose print, airy chiffon, stretchy knit lining
    • Runs true to size 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2214

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $5.97 $45.90

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  • Talia One Shoulder Formal Sequin Dress

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    Shine and command the room like the queen you are in our glam Talia dress! She features a one shoulder neckline with a tank-like strap, a scalloped lace trim and a slim fit bodice that leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette with a high side slit. Dress is composed of lined mesh fabric adorned with a floral sequin design. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a side zipper closure that starts the bodice. 

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

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0274

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $33.97 $74.90

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  • Sharon Formal Floral Chiffon A-Line Dress

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    What's a spring wedding or summertime soiree without florals? The Sharon formal floral dress is a breath of fresh air this season! She features sweet short puff sleeves, a square neckline with a padded bust, a tie-front keyhole cutout, and a fitted bodice that leads to her flowy A-line silhouette with a wrap-front design creating a high front slit along the floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of an airy chiffon woven fabric with a gorgeous floral bouquet print. Complete the look with flower earrings and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Short puff sleeves, elastic cinched hems
    • Square neckline, padded bust, tie-front keyhole cutout
    • Back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Fitted bodice, high waist seam
    • A-line silhouette, wrap-front design, high slit, floor-length hem
    • Floral print, airy chiffon woven fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-3718

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $64.90

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  • Raquel Cross-Back Mermaid Gown

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    Make way for killer curves ahead in our bodycon beauty, Raquel! She features spaghetti straps leading to a cross-back double strap design, a seamed V neck bodice with light padding, and a higher seam waist. Her figure-hugging, zip-back seamed skirt flutes into a mermaid-style hem anchored by a lightweight, flexibly structured insert. Raquel is fully lined and made from a woven crepe material with moderate stretch.

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

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0150

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $64.90

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  • Candence Rhinestone Formal Dress

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    For the kind of entrance that lingers long after you’ve crossed the room, the Candence dress is pure after-dark elegance. Designed in a rhinestone embellished pattern over mesh, this mermaid fit stuns with a plunge V-neckline and dramatic open back—perfect for when the invitation calls for something unforgettable.

    Fit & Features

    • Rhinestone-embellished pattern, mesh-lined fabric
    • Plunge V-neckline, wide shoulder straps
    • Open back design, zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Mermaid floor-length silhouette
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Prom, black tie galas, formal milestone celebrations, big birthday events, red-carpet evenings

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001472

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $159.90

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  • Kasey V-Neck Ruffled A-Line Chiffon Formal Dress

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    Effortlessly graceful, the Kasey V-neck ruffled A-line chiffon formal dress will give you an elegant mentality at weddings, spring or summer banquets, and garden parties! Indulge in the allure of this Swiss dot chiffon dress perfect for formal occasions to dressy events. The flattering V-neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps enhance your décolletage, while the ruffled tiers create a flattering A-line silhouette down to the floor-length hem for a dramatic flair. Complete the look with dainty jewelry for some sparkle!

    Fit & Features

    • Swiss dot chiffon fabric lined with knit
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Ruffled tiered A-line silhouette
    • Sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8137

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $79.90

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  • Jaylee Lace-Up Sequin Mesh Formal Dress

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    Spark up the glamour at your next black-tie affair in the Jaylee lace-up sequin mesh formal dress! Crafted with a sheer mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining, this long dress is embroidered with a floral sequin pattern for a luxe shine. Her bodice is shaped with a sleeveless V-neckline and spaghetti straps that lead to an alluring open back with cross-back lace-up straps to find your perfect customized fit. Her slim-fit silhouette will flaunt your gorgeous curves, leading to the dramatic floor-sweeping hem. Complete your look with rhinestone statement earrings or a lariat necklace.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Sequin embroidered floral pattern
    • Sleeveless V-neckline
    • Spaghetti straps, open back, cross-back lace-up straps
    • Lower back zipper closure
    • Slim-fit silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8082

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $159.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Felicity Formal Velvet Glitter Lace-Up Dress

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    Make an elegant entrance in the Felicity formal glitter velvet long dress at black-tie soirees and parties! You'll dazzle in her luxurious glitter velvet fabric, timeless sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, and a lace-up back for a stunning exit. She's designed to enhance your curves with a mermaid silhouette and floor-length hem, making this formal dress perfect for special occasions. Complete the look with statement earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps
    • Lace-up back
    • Mermaid silhouette
    • Floor-length hem
    • Glitter velvet knit fabric, minimal stretch
    • Sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7629

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

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  • Kamila Formal Crepe Marabou Feather Dress

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    Diva and chic make the Kamila formal dress stand out from the rest! Enter as the bride for a rehearsal dinner or cocktail party looking and feeling so stunning. She features a sultry sleeveless v-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps so you can customize the fit, a form-hugging long silhouette, and a skin-flaunting high-cut side slit with marabou feather trim. The formal dress is composed of a lined crepe knit fabric with moderate stretch. Style with a glam jewelry set and heels to complete your dressy look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, v-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Form-hugging silhouette
    • High-cut side slit, marabou feather trim
    • Long-length hem
    • Lined crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Bra-friendly design
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-4291

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $64.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Gorgeous Arrival Rose Floral Chiffon Maxi Dress

    Make a gorgeous arrival in this rose floral chiffon maxi dress for showers, birthdays, or family parties! The sweetheart neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps provide a flattering and comfortable fit, while the padded bra cups offer support and shape. The maxi-length hem and high front slit add a touch of sultry, making you feel so beautiful! Complete the look in chic wedge sandals and sunnies.

    Fit & Features

    • Rose floral print
    • Chiffon fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Padded bra cups, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • High front slit
    • Maxi-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3128

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $52.90

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  • One Step Ahead Platform Block Heels

    Stay one step ahead of the trends in these fab platform block heels. They feature an open almond-shaped toe, a clear toe strap, a thin adjustable ankle strap, a platform, and a tall block heel. Style these shoes with a jelly crossbody purse.

    Fit & Features

    • Open almond-shaped toe
    • Clear PVC toe strap
    • Thin adjustable ankle strap, buckle detail
    • Platform, block heel
    • Faux microsuede material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-3813

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $28.90

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  • Nicole High-Slit Floral Formal Dress

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    You'll look oh-so-gorgeous in the flirty floral Nicole formal dress! She features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back design, a flattering high waist seam, and a floor-length, fitted silhouette with a thigh-high front slit accented with ruffle detailing. Complete the outfit with basic block heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps, cross-back design
    • High waist seam
    • High front slit, ruffle trim
    • Floor-length, fitted A-line silhouette
    • Floral print
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1368

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $49.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Azalea Formal Sequin Scroll Dress

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    Stun a formal prom dress made for a prom queen like you babe! Azalea features an off-the-shoulder neckline, fitted long sleeves, and a luxe sequin scroll pattern. Her fitted waist leads to a flared mermaid silhouette that is perfect for making your grand entrance at prom! She is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Complete your prom outfit with a rhinestone tiara and heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Off the shoulder neckline, no-slip strip 
    • Fitted long sleeves
    • High waist
    • Sequin scroll pattern 
    • Mermaid silhouette
    • Lined mesh fabric 
    • Form hugging fit, slight stretch, runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0962

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $89.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Bailey Strappy Formal Crepe Dress
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    Our Bailey dress is so full of finesse! She's got chic simplicity with a deep V neckline, padded cups, narrow shoulder straps that leads to a strappy V back, a hidden back zipper closure, a high side leg slit, and a slim fit throughout. Bailey is composed of a stretchy crepe fabric. 

    Model is 5'8 with a 32" bust, 23" waist, and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6681

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $39.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Emerson Formal Lattice Mermaid Dress
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    Lace yourself with elegance as you stun in our Emerson ivory dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a plunging wired V neck bust and shoulder strap accents. Her back features a sexy lattice back to easily adjust fit. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mermaid silhouette accented with vertical seams to create an hourglass illusion and a flared hem. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6532

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $54.90

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  • Delicate Essence Puff Sleeve Corset Lace Mini Dress

    The delicate essence of this lace mini dress will have you looking so cute at a bridal shower, as the birthday girl or graduate! Featuring sheer puff sleeves, an underwire bust for support, and flexible boning for a flattering bodycon fit. The front ruched seam adds a touch of sophistication to this playful mini-length dress. Complete the look in cute sandals and a purse!

    Fit & Features

    • Lace fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Sweetheart neckline, underwire bust
    • Flexible boning
    • Bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3226

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

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  • Will You Accept This Rose Dress

    Say yes to this rose dress for v-day! Attract your lover's eyes in this flirty mini dress featuring sheer peasant long sleeves, a v-neckline with a center front ruche that lets you adjust the fit, and a bodycon silhouette. Composed of mesh-lined fabric with a moderate stretch. Style with strappy stilettos. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer peasant long sleeves
    • V-neckline, center front ruche
    • Mini bodycon silhouette
    • Rose floral pattern
    • Mesh-lined fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1379

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $44.90

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  • All Eyes On You High Slit Midi Dress

    Entrance made before the first hello. This high slit midi dress brings a plunging halter neckline, an open tie-back design, and a body-hugging fit that knows how to turn heads.

    Fit & Features

    • Smooth knit fabric with knit lining, high stretch
    • Sleeveless V-neckline, tie-back halter straps
    • Open back, lower tie-back straps
    • Ruched waist
    • High-cut side slit
    • Midi-length bodycon silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-001449

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $42.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: NAVY, PLUM

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL

  • Dainty Layered Rhinestone Choker Necklace

    Accessorize your chic look with this dainty layered embellished choker necklace! It features a shorter layer with a single row of mini rhinestones and a slightly longer layer with a rhinestone drop design. Style this necklace with stud earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Two-row layered choker necklace
    • Rhinestone embellishment
    • Drop design

    Style Number/Barcode: 07002-0925

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $4.97 $10.90

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  • Chic Edge Floral Velvet Burnout Maxi Dress

    Romance with a little chic edge. This floral velvet burnout maxi dress hugs the figure with a strapless neckline, then opens into a tiered ruffled side slit and asymmetric hem for a little drama in motion.

    Fit & Features

    • Mesh fabric with knit lining, high stretch
    • Floral velvet burnout pattern
    • Strapless straight-across neckline
    • Asymmetric maxi-length hem
    • Tiered ruffled side slit
    • Form-hugging silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-001348

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $54.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: NAVY, BURGUNDY

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL

  • Faye Rhinestone Lace-Up Mermaid Dress

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    Showcase confidence in the sultry and glamorous Faye rhinestone lace-up mermaid long dress. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a built-in padded bust, a twist-front design at the bust with a keyhole cutout, spaghetti straps, an open back with cross-back lace-up straps, a hip-hugging fit, a floor-length mermaid silhouette, and all-over mini rhinestone embellishments for a stunning sheen. Style the formal maxi dress with rhinestone fringe earrings and platform heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded bust
    • Twist-front design, keyhole cutout, spaghetti straps
    • Open back, cross-back lace-up straps, tie closure, lower back zipper, hook and eye closure, ruching
    • Hip-hugging fit, floor-length hem, mermaid silhouette
    • Rhinestone embellishments, lined knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Sticky bra or pasties recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7102

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $74.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sweet As Can Be Lace Midi Dress

    Look and feel sweet as can be in this lace midi dress for a chance at romance! Features adorable short puff sleeves, a sweetheart neckline, a form-hugging silhouette, a flirty front slit, and a slight flare hem. Style with heeled sandals for a cute look for day dates and brunch!

    Fit & Features

    • Short puff sleeves
    • Sweetheart neckline
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Form-hugging silhouette
    • Front slit, slight flare midi-length hem
    • Lace fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2020

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $5.97 $52.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sweetheart Spin Skater Mini Dress

    The little black dress, upgraded—this off-the-shoulder mini dress brings flirty flair with a sweetheart neckline and playful skater silhouette. Perfect for everything from date nights to nights out with the girls.

    Fit & Features

    • Ponte knit fabric
    • Off-the-shoulder neckline
    • Skater silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000322

    Category Name: Black Wedding Guest Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $40.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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