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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Glitter Goals Square Neck Mini Dress
Glow on girl in a glitter mini dress that gives off major glitter goals for your next night out. The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, an-all over shimmering glitter knit composition, and a mini length silhouette. Complete the look with rhinestone earrings and metallic heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Sleek corded straps
- Glitter knit fabric with an iridescent sheen
- Mini length silhouette
- Form-hugging fit
- Moderate stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-2119
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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How We Do Cutout Mini Dress
Show them how you do in a mini dress that slays for your next night out with the squad. The dress features plunging v-neckline, sexy waist cutouts to show a hint of skin, and a high side slit. Complete your club-ready look with heels and glitzy earrings.
Fit & Features
- Plunging v-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Waist cutouts
- Mini length silhouette, high side slit
- Lower back keyhole
- Crepe knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
Model is 5'8" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 36.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0774
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Adore You Floral High Slit Maxi Dress
Feel adored in a floral dress that brings some serious butterflies this season. The dress features a gorgeous floral print, a flattering cowl neckline, and a maxi length silhouette that is accented a high side slit. Complete your date-night ready outfit with sleek hoop earrings and strappy heels that mesmerize.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless bodice
- Cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps that cross at the back
- Floral print
- Maxi length silhouette
- High side slit
- Smooth knit fabric, form-hugging fit
Model is 5'8" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 36.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0529
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Scooped In Style Sleeveless Cutout Ribbed Maxi Dress
Serve up a stylish look in a maxi dress that slays girl! Step out in this dress that features a sleeveless bodice, a scoop neckline with tank-like straps, a sexy mid-drift cutout to show off a hint of skin, and a maxi length silhouette with twist front accent to reveal a mini length skirt. Complete outfit with wedges and fringe earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Tank-like straps
- Mid-drift cutout
- Maxi length silhouette overlay with twist front accent
- Mini length skirt
- Ribbed knit fabric
- Form hugging fit
Model is 5'6" with 31" bust, 26" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0462
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Off The Shoulder Ruched Dotted Mini Dress
Bring the charm in a dotted mini dress to make a flirty impression. The dress features an off the shoulder neckline, sheer long sleeves with a swiss dot pattern and a ruched silhouette throughout. Complete your date night ready look with extra-large hoops and sleek stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline
- Sweetheart bust with tie front accent
- Long sheer sleeves with swiss dot pattern
- Ruched body
- Mini length silhouette
- Form hugging fit
Blue: Model is 5'8" with 32" bust, 26" waist and 38" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Blush: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0801
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Hook and Eye Mesh Ruched Midi Dress
Get hooked to this sexy ruched dress. Make a move in this wowing dress that features a sweetheart neckline, a hook and eye fasten center closure to create a custom look and a curve-hugging ruched body throughout. Complete your night out outfit with statement heels and extra-large hoops.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline
- Sleek corded straps
- Hook and Eye fasten closure
- Ruched body
- Midi length silhouette
- High center slit
- Form hugging fit
Black: Model is 5'8" with 32" bust, 26" waist and 38" hips. She is wearing a size small.
White and Light Blue: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0842
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $47.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Three Pack Tube Hoop Earrings
Stay on trend with hoop earrings to complete all your favorite looks. This three-pack features a variety of tube hoop earrings. Complete look with a statement jumpsuit or go with a sleek bodycon dress.
Fit & Features
- Three-pack
- Twisted open hoop earring
- Post-back closure
Earrings are considered final sale merchandise. FINAL SALE and CLEARANCE merchandise may not be returned or exchanged.
Style Number/Barcode: 07001-0405
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $15.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Rhinestone Butterfly Charm Bolo Bracelet
Slay looks with a butterfly bracelet that brings the charm. This gorgeous bracelet features a single row of dainty rhinestones, a rhinestone embellished butterfly, and bolo closure. Complete look with a floral sundress and sandals for a bohemian vibe.
Fit & Features
- Single row
- Rhinestone embellished butterfly
- Bolo closure
Style Number/Barcode: 07003-0106
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $2.97 $12.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Butterfly Charm Anklet
Get carried away in a fluttery anklet that brings the charm to all your favorite outfits. The anklet features a single row of mini butterflies. Complete your look with a floral romper and sleek slides.
Fit & Features
- Single-row
- 3-D mini butterfly design
- Lobster clasp closure
Style Number/Barcode: 07002-0520
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $4.97 $10.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Emily Satin V Neck Tulle Ball Gown
Special Occasion
Enchant in our Emily ball gown dress that brings sophistication and elegance to your evening. Dance the night away in our Emily ball gown that features a satin V neck, a dreamy tulle ball gown silhouette, and trendy pockets to keep essentials close to you. Complete your mesmerizing formal evening outfit with dazzling rhinestone earrings and statement stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Satin V-neckline bodice
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Partially open-back
- Side pockets
- Tulle ball gown silhouette
- Wide horsehair hem
- Relaxed fit
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05004-0052
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $52.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Strapless Ruffled Ditsy Romper
Bring the charm in a floral romper to make a sweet impression. The romper features a straight strapless neckline with a ruffled popover accent and an all-over ditsy floral print. Complete your brunch-ready outfit with a pair of cork wedges and layers of dainty jewelry.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless straight neckline
- Ruffled popover accent
- Ditsy floral print
- Wide-leg shorts
Model is 5'8" with 32" bust, 26" waist and 38" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06303-0095
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Snake The Lead Cinched Side Mini Skirt
Keep it fierce in this snake skirt! Make a statement and take the lead by rocking this fab mini skirt! The skirt features a high rise waist and an all-over snake print. Don't forget to add the matching top and earrings to complete your look!
Shop Matching Top: Snake The Lead Tie Front Crop Top
Fits & Features
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High rise waist
- Cinched at the side seams
- Mini length silhouette
- Lightweight woven fabric
- Minimal stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06401-0160
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $26.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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High rise waist
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Scalloped Lace Rhinestone Bustier
Create lace appeal in a glam bustier. Create a glitzy concert outfit or head out for a girl's night out in this chic bustier that features a sweetheart neckline, a sheer unlined lace bodice, and dazzling rhinestones. Complete your look with high waist jeans and trendy open-toe mules.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline
- Bustier-like cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Sheer unlined lace bodice
- Rhinestones
- Cropped hem
Black Bustier: Model is 5'8" with 32" bust, 26" waist and 38" hips. She is wearing a size small.
White Bustier: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06003-0696
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Tropical Ruffled Chiffon Skater Dress
Bring the charm in a ruffled dress that gets those tropical island vibes just right! This vacay-approved dress features a tropical palm-leaf print, a plunging V neckline, ruffled shoulder straps, a cinching tie waist belt, and a flirty skater silhouette. Complete the outfit with pretty wedge heels and fringe earrings.
Fit & Features
- Tropical palm-leaf print
- Plunging V neckline
- Ruffled shoulder straps
- Tie waist belt
- Open back with tie back ties
- Lower back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Skater silhouette
- Sheer chiffon fabric with a woven lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0264
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Rhinestone V Strap Slides
Radiate glam in rhinestone slides. Treat your bridesmaids with a glitzy pair of slides to complete their bachelorette outfit. These dazzling slides feature an open back, a single strap over the toe, and a V-shaped strap embellished with rhinestones.
Fit & Features
- Open back
- Open almond toe
- Single strap over the toe
- V-shaped strap with rhinestone embellishments
Style Number/Barcode: 07404-0654
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $24.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Luxe Life Quilted Chevron Crossbody
Keep it luxe with a chevron crossbody that elevates your date-night looks. The versatile crossbody features a quilted chevron body, a top zipper closure with tassel accent, and a chain with faux leather shoulder strap. Complete your look with a bodycon dress and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Quilted chevron body
- Top zipper closure
- Tassel
- Faux leather
- Chain and faux leather shoulder strap
Style Number/Barcode: 07203-0297
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $8.97 $19.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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All About That Lace Platform Heels
Lace-up in platform heels to make a stunning impression for your next brunch date. The heels feature wrap-around straps for a customized fit, a statement platform to offer balance as you sashay an a block heel. Complete look with a wowing bodycon dress and rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Wrap-around straps
- Open almond toe
- Criss-cross straps over the toe
- Platform
- Block heel
- Closed-back
Style Number/Barcode: 07401-2271
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sleek Toe Rings 3 Pack
All eyes on that pedi girl! Adorn those toes when you throw a little gold and silver into the mix!
Fit & Features
- 3 Pack
- Two gold
- One silver
- Open-ended, sleek design
Style Number/Barcode: 07004-0064
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $3.97 $8.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Rhinestone Dainty Disc Anklet
Keep it chic in a rhinestone anklet to add a hint of shine to your look. The anklet features a single row of mini discs embellished with rhinestones and a lobster clasp closure. Complete your look with open-toe mules and a curve-hugging bodycon dress.
Fit & Features
- Single row
- Rhinestone embellished mini discs
- Lobster clasp closure
Style Number/Barcode: 07003-0110
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $11.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Ruched and Ready Asymmetrical Dress
Keep it effortlessly chic in this must-have dress! Pair this ruched dress with a pair of sleek heels and a clutch to take you from day to night!
Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Ruched Side Seam
- Asymmetrical Hem
- Lined Crepe Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1153
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Hard To Forget Ruched Mini Dress
Keep it simply fab in a ruched dress that shows off your curves. Step out for your next GNO in this sleek dress that features a square neckline, a ruched body throughout, and a mini length silhouette. Complete your look with strappy clear heels and sleek hoop earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Tank-like straps
- Ruched body throughout
- Mini length silhouette
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1287
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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At First Glance Ruched Mini Dress
At first glance, you'll fall head over heels in this LBD! Go for a glamorous vibe by adding a pair of sparkling duster earrings!
Fits & Features
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Tank Shoulder Straps
- Plunging V Neckline And Back
- Mini Length Silhouette I Ruching & Tie At Side
- Knit Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1100
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.97 $27.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Tank Shoulder Straps
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Plunging V Neck Asymmetrical Mini Dress
Impress in an asymmetrical mini dress that showcases curves in all the right places. The dress features a sleeveless wrap V-neckline, subtle ruching throughout, and an asymmetrical mini-length silhouette. Complete your GNO outfit with open-toe mules and sleek extra-large hoops.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless wrap v-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruched bodice
- Mini length silhouette
- Asymmetrical hem
- Smooth knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1608
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $13.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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City Girl Open Back Ruched Mini Dress
Hit the city in this bold mini dress that'll embrace your every curve! The dress features a sexy open back, a ruched detail along the lower back and a plunging sweetheart neckline. Style it up by adding vibrant earrings and kitten heels!
Fits & Features
- Elastic shoulder straps
- Plunging v neckline, low open back
- Ruching down center back
- Mini length silhouette
- Stretchy knit fabric, fully lined
- Form hugging fit, plenty of stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1177
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance