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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.

  • Beverly Satin High Low Ball Gown

    Special Occasion

    Prepare to wow the crowd by making your grand entrance in the Beverly ball gown and have all eyes on you! Designed in a flattering A-line silhouette with a cutout bodice design and hidden side pockets for keeping your phone or lip gloss in during photos.

    Fit & Features

    • Non-stretch satin fabric, woven and tulle lining
    • Strapless sweetheart neckline, non-slip grip lining
    • Lightly padded bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • High-waist seam, hidden side pockets, front pleats
    • A-line silhouette, floor-length, high-low hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Prom, homecoming, black tie weddings, galas, charity balls, red-carpet events, big birthday events

    Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0096

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $269.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sparkly Strides Rhinestone Stiletto Heels

    You'll make sparkly strides in these sleek and glam satin stiletto heels. They feature an open almond-shaped toe, a thin toe strap adorned with mini rhinestones, an adjustable ankle and heel strap with matching rhinestone embellishments, and a stiletto heel. Style with a bodycon dress for your next night out.

    Fit & Features

    • Open almond-shaped toe
    • Thin toe strap, rhinestones
    • Adjustable ankle and heel strap, buckle detail, rhinestones
    • Stiletto heel
    • Satin material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-4264

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $12.97 $32.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Pretty Peak Cutout Long Sleeve Dress

    Give everyone a peak at your prettiness in this mesh midi dress to sparkle at the bar! It features long sleeves with cutouts and rhinestone button accents, a square neck, side ruched seams, and a curve-flaunting silhouette. Complete the look in this midi-length dress with glam stiletto heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Square neck
    • Long sleeves, cutouts, rhinestone button accents
    • Side ruched seams
    • Curve-hugging silhouette
    • Midi-length hem
    • Lined mesh fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4926

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Melissa High Slit Sequin Formal Dress

    Special Occasion

    Radiate glam girl energy at dances, galas, or soirees in the gorgeous Melissa sequin formal dress! She features a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for customizable wear, a fitted bodice with a high waist seam, a floor-length hem with an alluring thigh-high side slit to showcase some leg, and an A-line silhouette. The lined mesh fabric showcases a stunning sequin embroidered scroll pattern that will catch everyone's eye. Style with a rhinestone collar necklace and stud earrings for added shine.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Fitted bodice, high waist seam
    • Floor-length hem, high side slit, A-line silhouette
    • Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
    • Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Strapless or sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-3322

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $49.97 $109.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Olga Formal One Shoulder Long Dress

    Special Occasion

     Your curves deserve the spotlight in the Olga formal dress perfect for bridesmaids or fancy dinner parties! She features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline with an asymmetrical strap, bust lining, and side ruched seams to accentuate your figure along her bodycon, slim silhouette, and a skin-flaunting high side slit and long hem. The formal dress is composed of a slinky knit fabric with a sheen effect and moderate stretch. Style with a stunning jewelry set and heels to complete your dressy look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
    • Asymmetrical strap, bust lining
    • Side ruched seams, bodycon slim silhouette
    • High side slit, long hem
    • Slinky knit fabric with a sheen effect, moderate stretch
    • Strapless or sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6900

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $89.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Ophelia Crepe Corset Short Dress

    Special Occasion

    The Ophelia crepe dress brings sultry romance to parties and dressy date nights! She features a flattering one-shoulder neckline with a pleated bust, a corset-style bodice with flexible boning, pleated side seam, and a bodycon, wrap short-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a crepe fabric with a knit lining and minimal stretch. Style with tights and heels to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, one-shoulder neckline, pleated bust
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Corset bodice, flexible boning
    • Bodycon, wrap short-length hem
    • Crepe fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Bra optional
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1308

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glamorous Affair Gemstone Necklace And Earrings Set

    Make your next special occasion a glamorous affair with this stunning jewelry set! It features a collar necklace with two rows of mini rhinestones and round colored gemstones leading to a center drop design of rhinestone-outlined gemstones. The earrings feature a short drop design with matching rhinestones and gemstones. Complete your look with a sleek clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Necklace and earrings set
    • Collar necklace, center drop design, adjustable chain, lobster clasp closure
    • Short drop earrings, post-back closure, rubber stopper
    • Mini rhinestones
    • Colored gemstones


    Earrings are final sale and may not be returned or exchanged.

    Style Number/Barcode: 07002-1446

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $12.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Stevie Formal Sequin Midi Dress

    Special Occasion

     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: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $59.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Hide Out Square Oversized Sunglasses

    When you want to be under the radar, these oversized sunglasses are perfect for keeping low-key! They feature square-tinted lenses, rubber nose supports, and trendy chain link arms. Complete the look in a casual jacket for a coffee run.

    Fit & Features

    • Oversized style
    • Square tinted lenses
    • Rubber nose supports
    • Chain link arms

    Style Number/Barcode: 07008-0982

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $12.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • So Blessed Layered Cross Charm Necklace

    Remind yourself of how blessed you are! This layered chain necklace features cross charms with mini rhinestone embellishments for a hint of sparkle and a lobster clasp closure. Complete the look in a cute crop jacket.

    Fit & Features

    • Layered chain design
    • Cross charms, mini rhinestone embellishments
    • Lobster clasp closure

    Style Number/Barcode: 07002-1479

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $12.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sparkly Muse Rhinestone Tie Belt

    You'll be a sparkly muse with this chic rhinestone belt layered over your formal 'fit! It features an intricate diamond-shaped design with rhinestone embellishments leading to a tie-back design with a sheer tulle ribbon. Style over a fit and flare skater dress with clear heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Diamond-shaped design
    • Rhinestone embellishments
    • Tie-back design, tulle ribbon

    Style Number/Barcode: 07301-0600

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $4.97 $29.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Flawless Glamour Rhinestone Tie Belt

    Create a flawless glam formal look with this sparkling chic rhinestone belt. It features  a layered O-ring design with rhinestone embellishments leading to a tie-back closure with a sheer tulle ribbon. Style over a glitter dress with chandelier earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Layered O-ring design
    • Rhinestone embellishments
    • Tie-back closure, tulle ribbon

    Style Number/Barcode: 07301-0598

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $4.97 $29.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Style Swerve Rhinestone Block Heels

    These faux suede heels look good weaving in and out the crowds! They feature a square toe, thin toe, and ankle strap with a rhinestone zig-zag trim, a block heel, and a closed ankle with zipper closure. Complete the look in a chic ring set.

    Fit & Features

    • Square toe
    • Thin toe and ankle strap
    • Rhinestone zig-zag trim
    • Block heel
    • Closed ankle, zipper closure
    • Faux suede material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-4276

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Luxe And Glam Rhinestone Bow Satin Heels

    These luxe and glam satin heels will elevate your date night 'fit! They feature an open square toe, a thin toe strap with a rhinestone adorned bow accent, a thin strappy design that wraps around the leg, and a sleek stiletto heel. Style with a fab clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Open square toe
    • Thin toe strap
    • Rhinestone bow accent
    • Thin strappy wrap-around design, tie closure
    • Stiletto heel
    • Satin material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-4273

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $12.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Out Dancing Ruched Bodycon Mini Dress

    This alluring bodycon mini dress was made for a night out dancing! It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, ruched detailing down the front, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The smooth knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style with your fave heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Front ruched detailing
    • Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
    • Knit fabric, plenty of stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4562

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $35.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Curve Illusion V-Neck Midi Dress

    Flaunt your curves in this hourglass illusion midi dress to make his jaw drop on date night! It features a sleeveless V-neck, dual spaghetti straps that cross in the back, side mesh colored panels, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in stiletto heels and a clutch!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neck
    • Dual spaghetti straps, cross-back design
    • Side mesh colored panels
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Midi-length hem
    • Stretchy knit fabric
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2276

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $35.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Keep It Sultry Strappy Bodycon Mini Dress

    Keep your night-out vibe sultry and chic with this strappy bodycon mini dress. It features a sleeveless scoop neckline, thin straps that can be worn in multiple ways like a spaghetti strap, halter, or cross-back design, an alluring open back, ruched detailing at the lower back to accentuate your curves, a form-hugging fit, and a mini-length hem. The smooth knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style with rhinestone hoop earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless scoop neckline
    • Thin straps, multiple ways to wear, tie closures
    • Open back
    • Ruching at the lower back
    • Form-hugging fit, mini-length hem
    • Lined knit fabric, plenty of stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4971

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Rise And Shine Iridescent Sequin Mini Dress

    Rise and shine with your enchanting allure in this stunning sequin mini dress! It features a sleeveless plunging V-neckline with a wired design, spaghetti straps, a partial open back with a cross-back and lace-up strappy design for a customized fit, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features iridescent sequin embroidery in a beautiful scroll pattern. Complete your formal look in this mini dress with rhinestone statement earrings for all the more glamour!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless plunging V-neckline, wired design
    • Spaghetti straps, padded cups
    • Partial open back, cross-back, lace-up strappy design, tie closure
    • Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
    • Iridescent sequin embroidery
    • Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2004

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $52.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Freshly Picked Floral Skater Dress

    Freshly picked from the garden. This floral skater dress is ready for your springtime festivities! It features short puff sleeves, a sweetheart neck with a tie-front closure, an open lace-up back design, and a tiered ruffled short-length hem. Complete the look in trendy new mules.

    Fit & Features

    • Short puff sleeves
    • Sweetheart neck, tie-front closure
    • Open lace-up back design
    • Skater silhouette
    • Tiered ruffle short-length hem
    • Watercolor floral print, non-stretch fabric, woven lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4993

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $23.97 $52.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Take Me Out Rhinestone Mini Dress

    You're made to be seen. Take yourself out in this mesh mini dress for a night of wine and dining! It features a sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, front cutouts with rhinestone button accents, and side ruched seams that accentuate your curves along the bodycon fit. Complete the look with lace-up heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neck
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Front cutouts with rhinestone button accents
    • Side ruched seams
    • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Lined mesh fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2315

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sparkle Struck Glitter Mini Dress

    Everyone will have sparkles in their eyes looking at you in this glitter mini dress to make a striking impression! Featuring a sleeveless scoop neck, sleek bungee spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a ruched seam atop a flirty hem slit. Complete the look with statement earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless scoop neck
    • Bungee spaghetti straps
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Ruched seam, slit accent
    • Mini-length hem
    • Glitter fabric
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4738

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Rhea Formal One Shoulder Midi Dress

    Special Occasion

     Showcase your sophisticated demeanor in the Rhea formal dress to bring effortless beauty to dinner parties, mixers, and date nights! She features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, dual asymmetrical spaghetti straps, a form-hugging silhouette, and a flirty slit along her midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a crepe knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Style with sparkly hoop earrings and heels to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
    • Dual asymmetrical spaghetti straps
    • Form-hugging silhouette
    • Slit accent
    • Midi-length hem
    • Crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1351

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Kenia Formal Satin Halter Long Dress

    Special Occasion

    Sophisticated and undeniably elegant doesn't even begin to describe how you'll look in the Kenia formal dress! Make an entrance at school dances, charity dinners, or wedding ceremonies. She features a sleeveless halter square neckline, open-back, a form-hugging mermaid silhouette, and a sexy high-cut front slit along her floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a buttery smooth silky satin-lined fabric with minimal stretch. Complete the look with a rhinestone bracelet and clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless halter square neck, open back
    • Form-hugging mermaid silhouette
    • High-cut front slit
    • Floor-length hem
    • Lined satin fabric, minimal stretch
    • Sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6897

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $64.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Jovie Formal Sequin Slit Mermaid Long Dress

    Special Occasion

    To sparkle is always the answer to the Jovie formal dress covered in head-to-toe sequins to make your dazzling entrance! Perfect for school dances, black tie weddings, and dressy celebrations. She stuns in a sleeveless square neckline, tank-style straps, and a form-hugging mermaid silhouette that creates the high-cut front slit along her floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-embroidered fabric with a lining. Complete the look in platform heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neck, tank-style straps
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Form-hugging, mermaid silhouette
    • High-cut front slit, floor-length hem
    • Sequin-embroidered fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Lightly padded bust, bra optional
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2844

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $49.97 $109.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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