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Women’s Apparel By Occasion for Every Invite on Your Calendar

Women’s Apparel By Occasion makes finding the right look easier when you know where you’re going but haven’t decided what to wear. Windsor brings together all occasion outfits across dresses, clothing, shoes, jewelry, handbags, and accessories, so you can build your look in one place. From HOCO season and fall celebrations to weddings and winter parties, find special occasion outfits for women that help you feel ready for the moment—and excited to walk into it.

What Should I Wear for Fall’s Biggest Events?

Start with the occasion, then make the outfit yours. For homecoming, 2026 HOCO Dresses range from affordable A-line minis to fitted bodycon styles, with sparkle and beading when you want the photos to hit differently. Finish your dress with hair accessories, jewelry, or a dress belt for a detail that feels personal.

When Halloween takes over the group chat, Sexy Halloween Costumes let you become whoever you feel like being for the night. Go playful with a princess or fairy look, channel an angel or devil, or build your own idea around a catsuit and costume accessories.

Friendsgiving calls for a different kind of dressed up. Remix an LBD or black midi with heeled boots, reach for a velvet floral dress, or keep things cozy in a sweater dress. Cute knits and jeans work when dinner is more laid-back—because sometimes the best outfit is the one that leaves room for seconds.

What Can I Wear to Fall and Winter Wedding Events?

Wedding season doesn’t disappear when the weather cools, and neither do all the moments surrounding the ceremony. If you’re the bride, Engagement Dresses can start the celebration with a look for photos, dinner, or the party that makes everything feel official. From there, white jumpsuits and matching sets can give bridal showers and bachelorette or stagette plans an alternative to the expected dress.

For wedding guests, let the invitation, venue, and dress code lead. Cocktail dresses and women's formalwear can take you from an elegant reception to a black-tie celebration, while seasonal fabrics, longer lengths, and layers make dressing for cooler weather feel intentional rather than like an afterthought.

Where Can I Find Looks for Winter Formal?

Once HOCO season wraps, winter dances bring another reason to dress up. Semi-formal party styles, full-length gowns, sparkle, and jewelry sets give you different ways to match the dress code and make the night feel like yours.

Explore Winter Formal Dresses when you’re ready to find the dress, then build the rest of your look around it with shoes, jewelry, and accessories.

What Should I Wear to Holiday Parties and New Year’s Eve?

Holiday dressing can be as polished or playful as the invitation. A velvet or satin mini brings instant party energy, while matching skirt and pant sets let you create a coordinated outfit without overthinking every piece. Corset tops, heels, booties, and faux fur layers can take the look somewhere completely different. Explore Holiday Party Outfits For Women when your calendar starts filling up.

Then NYE gives you permission to turn everything up. Go all in with sequins, glitter, or rhinestones, try a sparkly dress romper, or make sheer long sleeves part of the statement. Add a clutch, your favorite shoes, and whatever amount of shine feels right for your midnight moment.

How Do I Choose an Outfit for a Special Occasion?

First, figure out what the event actually asks of you. Check the dress code, venue, weather, and what you’ll be doing once you get there. A wedding reception and Friendsgiving dinner might both be celebrations, but your outfit needs to work very differently for each.

Next, decide what will make you feel comfortable and confident. All occasion outfits don’t have to start with a dress. Jumpsuits, matching sets, corset tops with pants, skirts with sweaters, and other separates can be just as right for the occasion. Once you have the foundation, use shoes, layers, jewelry, and accessories to adjust how casual, polished, or glamorous the finished look feels.

Why Shop Windsor for Special Occasion Outfits?

Special occasions have been part of Windsor’s story for generations. Since 1937, Windsor has helped make fashion accessible and affordable, with styles for milestone moments alongside the trends you want to wear right now.

That means you don’t have to wait for a specific season to find women's formalwear or something special to wear. Windsor carries occasion styles year-round, with new looks arriving as trends and calendars change. Shop online, in-app, or visit one of more than 350 stores across North America when you want to see, feel, and try on your favorites before the big day.

How Do I Build a Complete Special Occasion Outfit?

Once you find the main piece, think about what the occasion still needs from your outfit. Shoes can change how dressy the look feels. Jewelry can bring sparkle closer to your face, while a clutch gives you somewhere to keep the essentials without weighing down your outfit. When temperatures drop, add a jacket, wrap, or faux fur layer that feels like part of the look rather than something you’re just wearing to stay warm.

Your occasion may come with a dress code, traditions, or a hundred photos—but the finished outfit should still feel like you. Bring the plans, the people, and the reason to celebrate. Windsor will help you put together the look that gets you there feeling ready.

  • Isabelle Halter Cutout Glitter Slim Formal Dress

    Special Occasion

    A sparkling glitter formal dress that features a halter neckline, a cutout back that turns heads, and a high front wrap slit along the slim floor-length silhouette. Perfect for the school dance or a black tie gala.

    Fit & Features

    • Glitter mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Halter neckline with tie closure
    • Cutout back, twist accent
    • High front wrap slit
    • Slim floor-length silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8654

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $59.90

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  • Glittery Beauty Flare Sleeve A-Line Mini Dress

    Pretty with bold details, this glitter knit mini dress features long fitted sleeves with flared hems, a cutout back accent, and a short asymmetric hem with a flowy A-line silhouette for a sweet allure. Style with metallic heels for your formal party.

    Fit & Features

    • Glitter knit fabric with partial knit lining, plenty of stretch
    • V-neckline
    • Long fitted sleeves with flared hems
    • Back cutout
    • Front shirring
    • Mini-length asymmetric hem, A-line fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3656

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

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  • Alice Corset Velvet Midi Formal Dress

    Special Occasion

    A velvet midi formal dress features a sultry cowl neckline and corset bodice that leads to the flattering bodycon silhouette with a front wrap slit. Perfect for homecoming or banquets.

    Fit & Features

    • Velvet fabric, bust lining, moderate stretch
    • Cowl neckline, padded bra cups
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Corset bodice, flexible boning
    • Front wrap slit
    • Bodycon midi-length silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2403

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $59.90

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  • Krystal Sequin Low Back Beaded Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Gorgeous back detail makes the Krystal sequin dress a sexy standout! Perfect for modern brides or birthday babes, she features a plunge V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps in a subtle nude hue, a padded bust, a striking low back with multiple strands of beads, and a sweet form-hugging silhouette. The party dress is designed with a sequin-embellished pattern on sheer mesh fabric to give you some sparkle and has a subtle nude-tone stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with dangly earrings and heels for weddings, birthdays, or a dressy night out!

    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

    • Sleeveless plunge V-neckline, padded bust
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, subtle nude tone
    • Low back, multiple strands of beads, zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Form-hugging fit, mini-length hem
    • Sequin-embellished pattern
    • Sheer mesh fabric, subtle nude tone stretchy knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1682

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $69.90

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  • Sleek And Iconic Satin Halter Bodycon Midi Dress

    Sleek and iconic, this satin-knit midi dress is designed with a plunging V-neckline with pleating detailing, halter tie-back straps, and a partially open back. The asymmetric pleating under the bust and at the waist will highlight your curves, and the back slit adds some movement to the midi-length bodycon silhouette.

    Fit & Features

    • Satin-knit fabric
    • Plunging V-neckline, pleating
    • Halter tie-back straps, partially open back
    • Asymmetric pleating under the bust and at waist
    • Back slit
    • Midi-length bodycon silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3708

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

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  • Admiring Glances Long Sleeve Ponte Mini Dress

    Catch admiring glances dancing in this ponte mini dress perfect for brides, birthday girls, or graduates! The sheer chiffon peasant sleeves add a touch of elegance, while the square neckline with pleating keeps it playful. Flexible boning ensures a perfect bodycon fit, and the mini-length hem is perfect for showing off your legs! Complete the look with earrings and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Ponte knit fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Square neckline with pleating
    • Flexible boning
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5738

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $7.97 $42.90

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  • Kenzie Strapless Slit Slim Mesh Formal Dress

    Special Occasion

    A mesh formal dress showcases a strapless pleated neckline and a slim form-hugging silhouette that flaunts a high-side slit for a show of leg. Perfect for the school dance or a party.

    Fit & Features

    • Mesh lined fabric with stretchy knit
    • Strapless pleated neckline
    • Padded bra cups
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • High side slit
    • Slim form-hugging floor-length silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8685

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $59.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Go For Glam Glitter Mesh One-Shoulder Mini Dress

    Create glam serves in this glitter mesh one-shoulder mini dress designed with a knockout bodycon silhouette. Complete the look with earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer glitter mesh fabric with partial knit lining, plenty of stretch
    • Asymmetric one-shoulder and off-shoulder design, cowl draped neckline
    • Sheer long fitted sleeves
    • Mini-length bodycon silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5822

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $39.90

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  • Glitzy Chic Cropped Rhinestone Halter Top

    Have a major glitzy chic moment in this mesh crop top embellished with all-over rhinestones for a stunning shine. The top features a sleeveless halter neckline with a cowl neck bust, halter neck ties, and a form-hugging fit.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
    • All-over rhinestone embellishments
    • Sleeveless halter neckline, cowl neck bust
    • Halter neck ties
    • Fitted cropped hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 06001-5496

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $13.97 $32.90

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  • Angelica Floral Applique Velvet Mermaid Dress

    Special Occasion

    Evoke a romantic aura in the gorgeously chic Angelica velvet mermaid dress designed with intricate floral embroidered appliques down the front. Perfect for a formal affair, the dress features a sleeveless square neckline accented with a V-wired insert, adjustable spaghetti straps leading to a cross-back design, and a high-cut front slit on the fitted mermaid silhouette.

    Fit & Features

    • Velvet fabric with top knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Floral embroidered appliques down the front
    • Sleeveless square neckline, V-wired insert, padded bust
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, cross-back design, back zipper with hook-eye closure
    • High front slit
    • Mermaid silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7578

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $39.97 $84.90

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  • Glam Vibes Satin Sleeveless Crop Top

    The glam vibes of this satin crop top are unreal! With a peekaboo bandeau trim and a fitted silhouette, this top is perfect for a night out. Pair with jeans.

    Fit & Features

    • Satin woven fabric, minimal stretch
    • Sleeveless cowl neckline
    • Peekaboo bandeau at bust
    • Tank-like shoulder straps
    • Back zipper with hook-eye closure
    • Cropped hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 06003-2671

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $6.97 $26.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Timeless Elegance Boat Neck Crepe Skater Dress

    A timeless boat neck crepe skater dress in a sleeveless design with a short-length hem perfect for styling with boots or heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Crepe fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Sleeveless boat neckline
    • Scoop back, back zipper with hook-eye closure
    • Short skater silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3644

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $11.97 $42.90

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  • Taylor Lace-Up Skater Satin Party Dress

    Special Occasion

    Bring glamour to the school dance in the Taylor satin party dress made to wow! The satin fabric adds a luxurious touch to your night. With a V-neckline, padded bra cups, shoulder straps, and a lace-up back, this dress highlights your figure in a skater silhouette and short-length hem. Compliment your look with a gorgeous hair accessory, bracelet, and heels!

    Fit & Features

    • Satin fabric, bust knit lining, minimal stretch
    • V-neckline
    • Padded bra cups
    • Shoulder straps
    • Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Skater silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2277

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Lainey Ruffled High Slit Long Formal Dress

    Special Occasion

    Bring the flirtatious flair to your fancy affair with the alluring details of the Lainey ruffled high slit long formal dress! Crafted from a sleek and stretchy knit fabric, she features a sleeveless V-neckline, bungee spaghetti straps that lead to a bold open back with a cross-back strappy design, a fitted bodice, a floor-length hem with a thigh-high front slit accented with a ruffled trim, and a slim-fit silhouette. Style this long dress with rhinestone statement earrings and metallic heels!

    This dress is all about movement and flair. Want more standout designs? Discover our eye-catching ruffle prom dresses or embrace an elevated style with our guest dresses.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
    • Open back, cross-back strappy design
    • Fitted bodice, high waist seam
    • Floor-length hem, thigh-high front slit, ruffled trim, slim-fit silhouette
    • Sleek knit fabric, knit lining at the bust, plenty of stretch
    • Sticky bra or pasties recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7821

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $49.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Amped Up Glam Rhinestone Strappy Stiletto Heels

    Amp up the glamour of your night out looks in these sleek stiletto heels featuring an open square-shaped toe with a strap, an asymmetric strap across the foot, adjustable ankle and heel straps, and mini rhinestone embellishments for a luxe shimmer. Style with your fave clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Stiletto heel
    • Open square toe
    • Toe strap, asymmetric strap across the foot
    • Adjustable ankle and heel straps
    • Mini rhinestone embellishments
    • Luxe fit cushioned insole
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-4972

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $30.90

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  • Floral Beauty Velvet Flocked Mesh Midi Dress

    Showcase your beauty in this lined mesh midi dress designed with a floral velvet flocked pattern for a chic allure. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a ruched bust, a corset-style bodice with a V-shaped waist seam, a lace-up strappy back for a customized fit, and a midi-length A-line silhouette for that gorgeous flowy vibe.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer mesh fabric with floral velvet flocked pattern, knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Sweetheart neckline, ruched bust with adjustable drawstring, keyhole cutout
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, side zipper with hook-eye closure
    • Corset-style bodice, V-shaped high waist seam, lace-up strappy back
    • Dual side pockets, front slit
    • Midi-length A-line silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3760

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Bella Lace-Up Sequin Satin Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    A sequin satin mini dress features a flattering square neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a lace-up back, and a bodycon silhouette. Perfect for the school dance or a party.

    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

    • Sequin satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Square neckline, padded bra cups
    • Spagehtti straps
    • Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2426

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Alicia Off-The-Shoulder Mermaid Formal Dress

    Special Occasion

    Spend an evening in the timeless elegance of the Alicia floor-length formal dress and feel like a work of art!  The side ruched seams accentuate your curves along the mermaid silhouette, and the high front slit adds a touch of drama to the floor-length hem. 

    Fit & Features

    • Smooth knit fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Padded bra cups
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • High front slit
    • Mermaid silhouette
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Prom, galas, black tie parties, weddings, bridesmaids, nights at the theatre and opera, red-carpets

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-000058

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $39.97 $89.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glitzy Status One-Shoulder Glitter Knit Mini Dress

    This glitter knit mini dress features a trendy one-shoulder neckline with a long peasant sleeve, ruching down the side seams to accentuate your curves, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette to flaunt your gorgeous figure. Style with a rhinestone jewelry set to amp up your glitzy status.

    Fit & Features

    • Glitter knit fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
    • Asymmetric one-shoulder neckline
    • Long peasant sleeve with elastic cinched hem
    • Ruched side seams
    • Bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5687

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sultry Leopard Print Mesh Lace-Up Midi Dress

    This sultry bodycon midi dress is designed with lined mesh fabric with a leopard print pattern for a chic allure. The dress features a sweetheart neckline with a structured padded bust, a lace-up back design for a customized fit, and a back slit accent at the midi-length hem.

    Fit & Features

    • Leopard-printed sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
    • Sweetheart neckline, structured padded bust
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Open lace-up back design
    • Midi-length hem, back slit
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3672

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $34.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Janine Lace-Up Long Sleeve Bodycon Sequin Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    No one will forget the way you sparkle in the Janine sequin mini dress at prom, banquets, or birthdays! Made from a mesh fabric adorned with a sequin embellished pattern, this party dress is ready to shine. This fitted dress features a square neckline and a lace-up back for a sophisticated touch. The bodycon fit and mini-length hem accentuate your curves, making you the star of any event. Complete the look with earrings and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sequin pattern, mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Fitted lined long sleeves
    • Square neckline
    • Lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2303

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $14.97 $79.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glitzy Moves Wrap-Front Glitter Knit Mini Dress

    You'll make only glitzy moves in this forever glam glitter mini dress! Designed with a glitter knit fabric offering plenty of stretch, this dress is shaped with a sleeveless cowl neckline with chic pleating and spaghetti straps. The high waist seam leads to a pleated faux wrap-front design creating an asymmetric hem to add some allure. The overall bodycon silhouette will highlight your gorgeous curves. Style this mini dress with a rhinestone jewelry set and strappy stilettos for the perfect finishing touch.

    Fit & Features

    • Stretchy glitter knit fabric, knit bust lining
    • Sleeveless pleated cowl neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Faux wrap-front with pleating, asymmetric hem
    • Bodycon fit
    • Strapless or sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5407

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $44.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Chic Icon Ruched Knit Off-Shoulder Mini Dress

    Serve iconic chic looks in this smooth knit mini dress featuring an asymmetric off-shoulder neckline with a short sleeve and a tank strap. The ruched detailing will highlight your stunning curves on the short bodycon silhouette.

    Fit & Features

    • Smooth knit fabric, plenty of stretch
    • Asymmetric off-shoulder neckline, short sleeve, tank strap
    • Ruched detailing
    • Mini-length bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5908

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $34.90

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  • Sleek Buckle Strap Sling-Back Stiletto Pumps

    A pair of sleek faux leather stiletto pumps showcasing a trendy buckle strap detail and an adjustable sling back strap for a perfect fit. Pair with a dress for date night.

    Fit & Features

    • 3" Stiletto heel
    • Faux leather material
    • Pointed toe
    • Double buckle strap design
    • Adjustable sling-back strap with buckle detail
    • Luxe fit cushioned insole
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-5068

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $34.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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