Apparel by Occasion
Women’s apparel is getting a fall refresh, with on-trend, current pieces made for every plan on the calendar. Go casual to dressy in long-sleeve, button-down, blouson, and cowl-neck tops, sassy graphic tees, cozy sweaters, mock necks, and ribbed knits. Add sleek outerwear in faux leather, faux suede, or denim, then rotate denim jeans, dressy trousers, mini skirts, pleated skorts, and dressy shorts. Finish with mini party dresses, slip dresses, modern sheaths, or long formal maxis for weddings, birthday soirées, date nights, and every RSVP in between.
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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.
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Let Love Bloom Floral Bustier
Let love bloom in a bustier that is perf for those romantic brunch dates! The bustier features a pretty floral print, a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, molded padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps that be removed, flexible boning, and a cropped hem. Complete look with a wrap skirt and clear mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, sweetheart neckline
- Molded padded cups
- Adjustable and removable spaghetti straps
- Flexible boning inserts
- Cropped hem
- Floral print, woven fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06003-1655
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $7.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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- Sleeveless, sweetheart neckline
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Stylish Ambition Coated Wide-Leg Pants
Aim for the high fashion vibes in these wide-leg pants perf for dressing up or down. They feature a high-rise waist, back zipper closure, and a wide-leg silhouette on coated faux leather fabric with minimal stretch. Complete the look in a chic blouse and heels.
Fit & Features
- High-rise waist
- Back zipper closure
- Wide-leg silhouette
- Coated faux leather fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06402-0455
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $15.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Eliana Glitter A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the glitz and glamour in the gorgeous Eliana glitter formal dress. She features a sleeveless V-neckline with a padded bust, dual spaghetti straps that lead to an open back with a cross-back lattice design, and a high waist seam that flows out to a floor-length A-line silhouette with a chic front slit. The woven glitter fabric features a mini-length knit lining. Complete your look with rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, princess seams, dual adjustable spaghetti straps
- Padded bust, no bra required
- Open back, cross-back lattice design, tie closure
- Lower back zipper closure
- High waist seam, floor-length A-line silhouette, front slit
- Woven glitter fabric, short knit lining
- Flowy fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2235
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kourt Formal Mesh Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Girl, the Kourt is here for you and your curvaceous figure! She features a sultry off-the-shoulder neckline, short-sleeve cuffs, and all-over ruching to give the appearance of an hourglass figure on her midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a mesh-lined knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Finish the look in glam earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, off-the-shoulder neckline
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Short-sleeve cuffs
- All-over ruching effect
- Form-fitting, midi-length hem
- Mesh-lined knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1020
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Emma One-Shoulder Mermaid Dress
Special Occasion
Have all eyes on you as you enter the room in the chic and sleek Emma mermaid dress. She features an asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline with a single long fitted sleeve, a sultry lower back cutout followed by ruching, and a floor-length curve-hugging mermaid silhouette. Style this dress with sparkling rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline, single long fitted sleeve
- Bra-friendly
- Lower back cutout, lower back ruched detailing
- High waist seam, floor-length fitted mermaid silhouette
- Stretch satin fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1961
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Keeping Knit Spicy Lace-Up Sweater Top
Keep your look spicy in this sweater tank top for a trendy night out. It features a sleeveless, v-neckline, snake chain lace-up on the front, and a cropped hem on a sweater knit fabric. Complete the look in sultry faux leather leggings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, v-neckline
- Front snake chain lace-up
- Cropped hem
- Sweater knit fabric
- Moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1225
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Christine Sleeveless Satin Ball Gown
Special Occasion
Showcase major elegance this Prom season in the chic Christine sleeveless satin ball gown. She features a sweetheart neckline with a padded bust, thin halter shoulder straps, and an open-back design with a pretty back strap with sheer mesh inserts. Her high waist flows out to a floor-length ballgown skirt with pleated detailing, hidden side pockets, and a floor-sweeping silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth satin fabric with an inner lining with a tiered tulle design. Style this gorgeous prom dress with radiant rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, thin halter straps
- Padded bust, no bra required
- Open-back design, back strap with sheer mesh inserts, hook and eye closures
- High waist seam, floor-length ball gown skirt
- Lower back hidden zipper, hook and eye closure, pleating, side pockets
- Satin fabric, inner lining with a tiered tulle design
- Flowy silhouette, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05004-0128
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $199.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Milana Formal Sleeveless Satin Ball Gown
Special Occasion
Lead prom night with a prom ball gown that enchants from the moment you enter the room! Milana features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, supportive padded cups, and a secure no-slip strip. She features spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back design and an unlined mesh contrast at the lower back. Her empire waist leads to a voluminous ball gown silhouette with pleats and includes hidden side pockets. Milana is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes petticoat for extra volume. Complete prom outfit with rhinestone heels and clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Padded cups, no-slip strip
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back design
- Unlined mesh contrast at the lower back
- Pleats, hidden side pockets
- Ball gown silhouette
- Lined satin fabric, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05004-0127
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $199.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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See You Again Crepe Wrap Mini Dress
Flirty and cute, this crepe mini dress is perfect for running into your ex. It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, an open-back design with lace-up closure, and an asymmetrical wrap skirt with a side ruched seam. Complete the look in linear earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps
- Open-back design with lace-up closure
- Asymmetrical wrap skirt
- Side ruched seam
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4288
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Vienna Rhinestone Sweetheart Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Sparkle up the night in the stunningly chic Vienna formal dress! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded cups with a sparkling rhinestone outline along the bust, adjustable spaghetti straps with rhinestone trim, a high waist seam, and a floor-length A-line silhouette with a sultry front slit. Style this dress with radiant embellished earrings and strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Padded cups, no bra required
- Rhinestone outline along the bust, rhinestone trim on the straps
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, floor-length A-line silhouette, front slit
- Crepe fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1933
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lady Of The Night CZ Necklace Set
Dress to impress in this necklace and earrings set for your next special night! It features a collar-style necklace with cubic zirconia stones and a lobster clasp closure. The matching earrings have a post-back closure. Complete the look in dazzling heels.
Fit & Features
- Necklace and earrings set
- Collar-style necklace, cubic zirconia stones, lobster clasp closure
- Matching duster earrings, post-back closure
Earrings are considered final sale merchandise. FINAL SALE and CLEARANCE merchandise may not be returned or exchanged.
Style Number/Barcode: 07002-1168
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $7.97 $16.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Luxe Drip Pendant Necklace And Earrings Set
Flaunt this luxe! This necklace and earrings set is the perfect complement to your formal wear. It features a dainty rhinestone chain necklace with a CZ pendant charm and lobster clasp closure and matching duster earrings with a post-back closure. Complete the look in a special occasion dress.
Fit & Features
- Necklace and earrings set
- Dainty rhinestone chain necklace
- CZ pendant charm, lobster clasp closure
- Duster earrings, post-back closure
Earrings are considered final sale merchandise. FINAL SALE and CLEARANCE merchandise may not be returned or exchanged.
Style Number/Barcode: 07002-1167
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $12.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Solemate Criss-Cross Platform Heels
Make this platform heels your new soulmate for night's out and formal occasions! Features a square toe, stiletto heel, criss-cross straps, buckle ankle strap on nubuck material. Complete the look in a little red dress.
Fit & Features
- Square toe, stiletto heel
- Criss-cross straps
- Platform sole
- Buckle ankle strap
- Nubuck material
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 07401-3641
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $28.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shaylee Chiffon A-Line Slit Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Look ravishing in the Shaylee chiffon A-line formal dress for your next fancy soiree, wedding, or formal dance. She captivates in an alluring wrap, pleated V-neckline atop the empire waist. Shaylee features sleeveless, adjustable spaghetti straps that shape the strappy back detail. Her floor-length A-line silhouette is designed to flatter and give you a curvy appearance while the front slit shows off some leg. This formal dress is composed of an airy chiffon fabric with a full knit lining. Complete your stunning look in rhinestone stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Wrap, pleated V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Strappy back, zipper and hook and eye closure, high front slit
- Empire waist
- Floor-length A-line silhouette
- Sheer chiffon fabric, full knit lining
- Flowy fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1787
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Christal Sequin Strappy Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Light up the room at prom in the Christal sequin formal dress that brings sparkle to every soiree! She features a sultry V-neckline with padding and spaghetti straps that lead to a lace-up back to showcase a little extra allure. The form-fitting bodice of the dress flaunts your curves on the mermaid silhouette that flows into a floor-length hem. Her sequin embroidered mesh fabric offers no stretch. Complete your stunning look in statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, padded bust
- Strappy back detail, zipper closure
- Form-fitting mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Sequin embroidery
- Lined mesh fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1842
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Zoe Satin A-Line Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Showcase an elevated chic look in the sleek and stunning Zoe satin formal dress. She features a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a high waist seam, and a floor-sweeping A-line skirt with a wrap silhouette creating a subtle front slit. Style this smooth satin dress with sparkling rhinestone earrings and embellished heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, floor-length A-line skirt
- Wrap design, front slit
- Satin fabric, woven lining
- Flowy fit, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2224
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Venom Snake Surplice Crop Top
Flaunt your sassy side in this snake print crop top featuring cap sleeves, a plunge v-neckline with a surplice accent, and side ruched detail that lets you adjust the fit. Complete the look in trendy jeans for a cute look.
Fit & Features
- Cap sleeves
- Plunge v-neckline
- Surplice accent, side ruched detail
- Snake print
- Cropped hem
- Brushed knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06002-1118
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.97 $24.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Secretly Wild Graphic Tee
It's no secret, Pisces can get a little wild! This graphic tee features a crew neck, short sleeves, and a front script that reads, ' Pisces Secretly Wild' on jersey knit fabric. Complete the look in a fab skirt and sneakers for a cute vibe.
Fit & Features
- Crew neck
- Short sleeves
- Front graphic reads, Pisces Secretly Wild'
- Jersey knit fabric
- Moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06002-1189
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $19.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chrome Magic Rhinestone Thin Block Heels
Do you believe in the magic of these sparkly heels? Dazzle from your toes in these rhinestone strap chrome heels featuring a square toe, closed-back, thin block heel, and an adjustable buckle ankle strap. Complete the look with a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Square toe
- Closed-back
- Rhinestone toe strap
- Thin block heel
- Adjustable buckle ankle strap
- Chrome finish
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 07401-3481
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Class Act Nubuck Block Heel Mules
You've got class and style with these block heel mules in your lineup! They feature an almond toe and a double-band design on nubuck material. Complete your look in a duster.
Fit & Features
- Almond toe
- Thin block heel
- Two strap design
- Faux suede material
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 07401-3733
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $26.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Anahi Crepe And Lace Mermaid Dress
Special Occasion
Anahi brings sophistication to the party in a floor-sweeping mermaid silhouette that's sure to catch everyone's eyes. She features a sleeveless, square neckline and adjustable straps on a fitted bodice. It flows into a detachable floral lace skirt that you can remove to convert her into a sultry mini dress for all-night dancing. The dress is composed of a combination of crepe and lace fabric with minimal stretch. Complete your chic look with a glamorous necklace set.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, square neckline, adhesive bra recommended
- Adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit
- Sheer lace back design, zipper and hook and eye closure
- Fitted bodice, high waist seam, mermaid silhouette
- Detachable lace skirt, snap-button closures
- Crepe fabric, scalloped sheer floral lace fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2009
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Clear Goals PVC Stiletto Heels
Reach your fashion goals in these PVC stiletto heels for a night out! They feature an almond toe, thin lucite stiletto heel, clear straps, and an adjustable buckle ankle. Complete the look in a sultry cocktail dress.
Fit & Features
- Open almond toe
- Thin lucite stiletto heel
- PVC straps
- Adjustable buckle ankle
- Faux leather material
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 07401-3613
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Number Keyhole Halter Dress
Keep it chic in this little number! Have a saucy night out in this halter mini dress featuring a twist halter neckline with a sultry keyhole and a bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Twist halter neckline
- Keyhole on front
- Bodycon silhouette
- Short length hem
- Slinky knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4309
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Wanda Formal Corset Crepe Dress
Special Occasion
Stun a formal dress that puts you in a league of your own! Wanda features a sleeveless V-neckline, supportive padded cups that eliminate the need for an additional bra, and adjustable spaghetti straps. The bodice features a timelessly chic corset design with flexible boning that provides structure. The skirt features a curve-hugging A-line style with a daringly high side slit that showcases a hint of leg. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels and a faux fur wrap.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Padded cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Corset bodice, flexible boning, back zipper and hook and eye closure
- A-Line silhouette, high side slit
- Crepe fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2020
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance