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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.

  • Clarisse Formal Side Ruffled Dress

    Special Occasion

    Sleek and flirty, the Clarisse formal dress is sure to impress! She features a sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps, and a form-fitting silhouette with a side ruffled slit that leads to her floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of shiny-stretch fabric. Complete the look in a glam necklace set and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps
    • Bra-friendly design
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Side ruffled slit
    • Floor-length hem
    • Shiny-stretch knit fabric
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2299

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $59.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Edgy Links Wrap Platform Wedges

    Edgy and sultry, these platform wedges are perfect for warm nights! They feature an almond toe, chain-link toe strap, a wrap-around ankle with buckle closure, and faux suede material. Complete the look in a chic jumpsuit.

    Fit & Features

    • Almond toe
    • Chain-link toe strap
    • Wrap-around ankle, buckle closure
    • Platform sole
    • Faux suede material

    Style Number/Barcode: 07406-0288

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $12.97 $34.90

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  • Glitzy Rhinestone Chrome Block Heels

    Glitzy with each step! Shine at the formal in these chrome block heels featuring an almond toe, rhinestone-embellished toe, and cross straps with a back zipper closure. Complete the look in a special occasion dress for prom.

    Fit & Features

    • Almond toe
    • Block heel
    • Rhinestone embellished toe and cross straps
    • Back zipper closure
    • Chrome finish
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-3967

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $10.97 $34.90

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  • Cindy Formal Satin V-Neck Long Dress

    Special Occasion

    Designed in luxe shiny satin, the Cindy formal dress is an absolute stunner for your next dressy event! She features a sultry, sleeveless V-neck halter atop a banded empire waistline that leads to her long-length hem with a front slit. Her open-back showcases plenty of skin with sleek bungee spaghetti straps that create a head-turning moment. The formal dress is composed of a satin-lined fabric with a minimal stretch and zipper closure. Complete the look in statement heels and jewelry.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, V-neck halter, sleek bungee spaghetti straps
    • Built-in padded bust, no bra required
    • Banded empire waist
    • Open-back, ruched bum seam, zipper closure
    • Front slit, long-length hem
    • Luxe satin-lined fabric, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2369

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $94.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Martha Formal Sequin Long Dress

    Special Occasion

    Shine the queen you are! The Martha formal sequin dress will have you sparkling all night long. She features a chic, sleeveless, square neck with a ruched bust and piping detail and adjustable spaghetti straps. Her form-fitting silhouette hugs your curves and effortlessly flows in a flared, floor-length hem that elongates your figure. Complete your prom look in a choker necklace and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Ruched underbust piping, bra-friendly design
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Flared floor-length hem
    • Sequin-knit fabric
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1957

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $76.97 $179.90

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  • Dawn Formal Heatstone Corset Dress

    Special Occasion 

    Bring the sparkle with a formal dress that brings the shine to your look. Dawn features dazzling heat stones throughout, a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, molded padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a sheer illusion design with flexible boning. The slim fit bodice leads to a short-length hem that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with a rhinestone sphere clutch and a faux fur wrap

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
    • Molded padded cups
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Sheer illusion bodice, flexible boning
    • Short-length hem
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch 
    • Runs true to size 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0848

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $69.90

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  • Liesel Formal Floral Lace Mermaid Dress

    Special Occasion 

    Make a grand entrance in a formal dress that reveals sophistication and elegance! Liesel features a gorgeous off-the-shoulder neckline, long sleeves, a romantic floral lace pattern, and a high waist that leads to a flattering mermaid silhouette. Liesel is composed of lace fabric with a contrasting hued lining. The dress offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a sparkling clutch. 

    Fit & Features

    • Off the shoulder neckline
    • Adhesive bra recommended
    • Long sleeves
    • Floral lace pattern
    • High waist
    • Mermaid silhouette
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2356

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $64.90

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  • Lex Formal Sequin Open-Back Dress

    Special Occasion

    Spice up your red carpet look in the Lex formal dress showcasing plenty of skin for some sultry vibes. She features a sleeveless, scoop neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, and an alluring open-back with a satin lace-up tie closure. Her form-fitting silhouette cascades gently to the floor-length hem with a high-cut front slit perfect for flaunting fab stiletto heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, scoop neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Built-in padded bust, no bra required
    • Open-back, satin lace-up tie closure, zipper closure
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Front high-cut slit
    • Floor-length hem
    • Sequin-knit lined fabric, minimal stretch, fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2343

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $14.97 $109.90

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  • Kesha Formal Glitter Cowl Neck Dress

    Special Occasion

    The Kesha formal dress is all about bringing glitz and glamour in her radiate glittery silhouette! She features an eye-catching, sleeveless, halter cowl neckline and a partial open-back design. Flaunt your figure in her form-fitting silhouette with side ruched seams along the floor-length hem. She's composed of a glitter stretch-knit fabric. Complete the look in large hoop earrings and a clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, halter cowl neckline, partial open-back
    • Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Side ruched seams, floor-length hem
    • Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2106

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $74.90

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  • Rosalie Formal Mermaid Dress

    Special Occasion

    Showcase timeless elegance in the simple yet chic Rosalie formal mermaid dress. She features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, princess seams that run down the length of the dress, and a floor-length, fitted, mermaid silhouette. Complete the look with sparkling statement earrings and an embellished clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps
    • Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
    • Princess seams, high waist seam, back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Mermaid silhouette
    • Floor-length hem with interfacing trim
    • Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2087

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $66.90

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  • Rose Above It V-Neck Slit Maxi Dress

    Rise to a sophisticated and chic style in this rose floral maxi dress for your next dressy occasion! It features a sleeveless, v-neck, spaghetti straps that cross in the back, and a form-fitting silhouette with a sultry front slit to showcase some leg. Complete the look in heels and a clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, v-neck, spaghetti straps
    • Cross back straps
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Front slit, maxi-length hem
    • Rose floral pattern. moderate stretch
    • Fits true to szie

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1509

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

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  • Korrie Formal Embroidered Ball Gown

    Special Occasion

    Make prom a night to remember in the Korrie formal ball gown sure to have all eyes on you! She catches the light with her subtle sparkly lace embroidery on a sheer, mesh overlay fashioned into an A-line floor-length silhouette that's flattering on every figure. Her classic one-shoulder design features dual adjustable spaghetti straps, a built-in padded bust, and a fitted bodice with a back zipper closure. Complete the look in a glam necklace set.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, one-shoulder neckline, dual adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Built-in padded bust, strapless or adhesive bra recommended
    • Fitted bodice, back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • A-line silhouette
    • Floor-length hem
    • Subtle sparkly lace embroidery, mesh overlay, inner lining
    • Flowy fit, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2222

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $119.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sassy Chic Open Back Chainmail Top

    Show em' who's got back with a top that shows off more than a hint of skin! The top features a sleeveless cowl neckline, an adjustable chain link neck strap, and an open back with an adjustable bar strap at the back. The top is composed of a chainmail material. Complete look with a mini skirt

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neckline
    • Adjustable neck strap 
    • Chainmail material 
    • Adjustable bar strap 
    • Relaxed fit, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size  

    Style Number/Barcode: 06003-1645

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $46.90

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  • Walk This Way Block Heels

    Strut it out in block heels that elevate your outfits! The heels feature an open back, adjustable cross straps at the ankle, an open square toe with a strap over the toe, and a block heel. The heels are composed of a faux leather material. Complete look with a midi dress and dainty chain necklace. 

    Fit & Features

    • Open back 
    • Adjustable cross straps at ankle
    • Open square toe, strap over the toe
    • Block heel
    • Faux leather material 
    • Runs true to size 

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-3917

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $12.97 $28.90

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  • Always Classic Block Heels

    These chic block heels will always be a classic staple. They feature an open square-shaped toe with a strap, a thin ankle strap, a back zipper closure, and a block heel. Style with a sleek clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Open square-shaped toe
    • Toe strap
    • Thin ankle strap
    • Back zipper closure
    • Block heel
    • Faux nubuck material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-3930

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $12.97 $26.90

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  • Step Out And Sparkle Glitter Heels

    Step out and sparkle your next night out in these fab glitter mesh heels. They feature an open square-shaped toe with a strap, a thin ankle strap, a back zipper closure, and a block heel. Style with rhinestone duster earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Open square-shaped toe
    • Toe strap
    • Thin ankle strap
    • Back zipper closure
    • Block heel
    • Glitter mesh material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-3932

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $12.97 $26.90

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  • Always Classy Rhinestone Belt

    Always classy and chic! Finish your prom look in this rhinestone belt featuring a unique slanted two-row design with a back adjustable chain and lobster clasp closure. Perfect for styling with the matching sparkly bag and heels!

    Shop Matching Bag: Let The Night Begin Rhinestone Bucket Bag
    Shop Matching Wristlet: Moment of Luxe Rhinestone Wristlet
    Shop Matching Heels: Gloss Up Glitter Rhinestone Platform Block Heels

    Fit & Features

    • Rhinestones
    • Two-row slanted design
    • Back adjustable chain, lobster clasp closure

    Style Number/Barcode: 07301-0440

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $6.97 $14.90

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  • Lottie Formal Satin And Lace Ball Gown

    Special Occasion

    Bring the elegance in a formal dress that makes a twirl-worthy moment! Lottie features a sleeveless V-neckline with padded cups, spaghetti straps, and an unlined floral lace back. Her empire waist leads to a pleated ball gown silhouette that is accented with hidden side pockets. Lottie is composed of a lined woven satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels

    Fit & Features 

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps
    • Padded cups
    • Hidden side pockets, pleats
    • Unlined floral lace back
    • Empire waist
    • Ball gown
    • Lined woven satin fabric 
    • Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05004-0139

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $129.90

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  • Gabby Formal A-Line Sequin Dress

    Special Occasion 

    Make it an elegant affair in a formal dress that is perfect for those milestone moments! Gabby features a gorgeous damask sequin pattern, a sleeveless V-neckline with padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps, adjustable cross straps at the back, and a stunning lace-up back to create that customized fit. Her slim-fit waist leads to a flared A-line silhouette. She is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone clutch. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline
    • Padded cups, flexible boning at back
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, adjustable cross-straps
    • Damask sequin pattern
    • High waist, lace-up back, lower back zipper
    • Lined mesh fabric
    • Form-hugging fit, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2351

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $109.90

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  • Natalie Sequin A-Line Formal Dress

    Special Occasion

    Glimmer and gleam in the stunning Natalie sequin formal dress! Featuring a sleeveless V-neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, a floor-length A-line silhouette, and a chic all-over sequin embroidered design, the Natalie dress is perfect for weddings, prom, or any special night out where you want all eyes on you. Style with rhinestone embellished heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline
    • Thin bungee straps
    • Back zipper closure
    • High waist seam, floor-length A-line silhouette
    • Sequin embroidered design
    • Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining
    • Flowy fit, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2227

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $159.90

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  • Splash Of Style Twist Mini Dress

    Your summer closet could use this stylish swirl print mini dress perfect for adding in brighter hues! It features a sleeveless, v-neck atop a twisted bust, spaghetti straps, bodycon silhouette, and side ruched seams to accentuate your natural curves. Complete the look in stiletto heels for a dinner with friends.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, v-neck, twisted bust, spaghetti straps
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Side ruched seams
    • Mini-length hem
    • Swirl print
    • Stretchy soft knit fabric
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4596

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $6.97 $28.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Meara Formal A-Line Sequin Dress

    Special Occasion

    Bring the glitz with a formal dress that illuminates the night! Meara features a sleeveless square neckline, padded cups, bungee spaghetti straps, multiple bungee bar straps, a damask sequin pattern, and an A-line silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone clutch. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Padded cups, bungee spaghetti straps
    • Bungee bar straps, damask sequin print
    • High waist
    • Lower back zipper closure 
    • Lined mesh fabric
    • Form-hugging fit, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2349

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $119.90

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  • Catherine Formal Sequin X-Back Dress

    Special Occasion

    Sparkle all night in the Catherine formal dress for prom! Catch the light in her shimmering sequin scroll pattern on a chic, sleeveless, V-neck, with mesh straps atop her form-fitting bodice. Flaunt some skin in her alluring open-back design with criss-cross straps sure to turn heads. She features a figure-flattering mermaid silhouette that leads to a flared floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a mesh overlay with an inner lining and no stretch. Complete your prom look with a glam necklace set.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, V-neck, mesh shoulder straps
    • Built-in padded bust, no bra required
    • Open-back design, criss-cross straps, zipper closure
    • Form-fitting bodice
    • Mermaid silhouette, floor-length flare hem
    • Sequin scroll mesh overlay, inner lining, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2359

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $144.90

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  • Kass Formal Ombre Sequin Dress

    Special Occasion 

    Bring the shine to your special event with a formal dress that wows from the moment you enter the room! Kass features a sleeveless V-neckline with a mesh inset, supportive padded cups, and a double-row of bungee spaghetti straps. Her slim-fit waist leads to a flowy A-line silhouette. Kass is adorned with sparkling sequins that have a gorgeous ombre effect as they cascade from bodice to hem. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, double row of bungee spaghetti straps
    • Padded cups
    • Ombre sequins
    • High waist, lower zipper closure
    • A-line silhouette
    • Lined mesh fabric
    • Form-hugging fit, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2357

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $14.97 $134.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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