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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Rochelle Formal Fantasy Mermaid Dress
Special Occasion
Keep it radiant in the Rochelle dress! Make a sensational entrance at your next special event in this formal crepe dress featuring a stunning off-the-shoulder neckline with a sweetheart bust that cascades off the shoulders, and a built-in bust for support. The vertical seams on the bodice create a streamlined look on the flared mermaid silhouette that highlights curves to create an hourglass effect. Complete your formal outfit with rhinestone heels and a sleek satin clutch.
Fit & Features
- Off-shoulder sweetheart neckline, short-sleeve cuffs
- Built-in padded bust, adhesive bra recommended
- Vertical seams, mermaid silhouette
- Back zipper closure
- Form-hugging style
- Crepe-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-5841
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Glitter Cut Out Mini Dress
Light up the room from the moment you walk in with plenty of glitz and glam! This mini dress brings the shine girl!
Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Padded Cups
- Spaghetti Straps
- Bar Strap
- Asymmetrical Hem
- Fully Lined, Lurex 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: 05101-0372
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Cathy Formal Metallic Wrap Dress
Special Occasion
Wrap yourself with dazzling shine as you captivate them all in our Cathy dress! She features a sleeveless wrap V-neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching, a high off-center slit that shows off plenty of leg, and a wrap silhouette that embraces curves. The dress is composed of a glitter lurex fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with chrome heels.
Fits & Features
- Sleeveless wrap V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruching, high off-center slit
- High waist, wrap silhouette
- Metallic glitter lurex fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
The saturation of glitter varies. Glitter may transfer.Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0366
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Time To Shine Glitter Mini Dress
Girl, it's time! Shine and show off that glow in the Time To Shine mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Square Neckline
- Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Glitter Knit Fabric
- Curve Hugging Fit I Minimal Stretch
Navy: Model is 5'4" with a 33" bust, 24.5" waist and 39" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Pink: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0674
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Fairy Tale Florals Chiffon Skater Dress
Enchant them in this dreamy skater dress! They won't be able to keep their eyes off you
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Surplice V Neckline | Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Mini Length Hem | Flowy, Skater Style Silhouette
- Chiffon Fabric | Floral Prints Throughout
- Form Hugging
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0315
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $21.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Radiating Ruffles Chiffon Dress
Glow up in this pretty ruffle dress, perfect for brunch with the squad! Pair this airy dress with cute wedges and dainty accessories for a head-turning look!
Fit & Features
- Wrap V Neckline
- Long Bishop Sleeves | Single Button Closure Cuff
- Tie- Waist Belt
- Tiered Ruffle Silhouette
- Lined Chiffon Fabric
- Relaxed Fit
- Minimal Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0510
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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It's A Date Crepe Mini Skirt
Whether you are on a date with ur girls or celebrating a special night with bae, the cuutest 'fit option is obviously a matching set! Don't forget to pick up the matching top and u are ready to go babe!
Shop Matching Top: It's A Date Crepe Crop Top
Fit & Features
- High waist skirt
- Petal style mini hemline
- Wrap fit | Elastic waist band | Gathering at the hip
- Crepe | Moderate stretch
Model is 5'6" with 31" bust, 26" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06501-0253
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $19.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
- High waist skirt
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Petal Perfection Cowl Neck Midi Dress
Charm them all in this pretty midi dress! Soft watercolored petals and a trendy cowl neckline make a romantic combination for this wedding guest dress!
Fits & Features
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Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
- Cowl Neckline
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Stretchy Floral Knit Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Zipper Not Featured
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0662
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
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Fresh In Floral Lace Skater Dress
Get a fun and fresh look in this adorable floral lace skater dress. It features a fitted lace top with an off the shoulder square neckline, short sleeves, a cropped and scalloped hem, a front waist cut out, and a high waisted flowy skater skirt. Skirt is composed of a scuba knit fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0169
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Floral Chiffon Skater Romper
Dress up and look enchanting in this pretty and playful romper!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps Cross At Back
- Surplice V Neckline
- Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Ties At The Waist
- Tiered Design with Shorts Underlay And Skirt Overlay
- Chiffon Fabric With Knit Lining
- Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 06403-0050
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Floral The Right Reasons High Neck
Brunch? Wedding guest? Winery? This floral mini dress is perfect for all these special occasions!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Lace Zipper Back
- High Neckline
- Mini Length Silhouette | Skater Skirt
- Smooth Scuba Fabric With Floral Prints
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0168
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Glitz And Glitter Mini Dress
Glitter and gleam in this mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Scoop Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps That Cross At Back I Open Strappy Detailing At Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Glitter Knit I Smooth Knit Lining
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, a 24" waist, and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0098
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Joy Iridescent Sequin Mermaid Dress
Special Occasion
Let our lovely Joy and her shimmering sequins do all the talking! Glow on in this glam dress!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Plunging Wire V Neckline I Lightly Padded Bust
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Floor Length Hemline I Slimming, Mermaid Silhouette
- Mesh Lined Fabric With Scroll Pattern Iridescent Sequins
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0539
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Pretty In Pleats Wrap Mini Dress
Wrap yourself in a pretty pleated dress for a head-turning look! Create a charming bridal shower outfit with this pleated beauty. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline with vertical princess seams, spaghetti straps that offer support, and a narrow waistband that leads to a wrap mini length silhouette with pleated detailing. The back features a floral lace accent and a lower back keyhole. The dress is composed of a lace and crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete your look with dazzling rhinestone earrings and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Wrap mini length silhouette
- Pleats
- Floral lace back
- Composed of crepe and lace fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 24 waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0285
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Tabitha Satin A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Wrap yourself up in our luxe Tabitha! Her a-line silhouette will allow you to glide effortlessly along the dance floor.
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Surplice V Neckline I Square Back
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Slant Hand Pockets
- Floor Length, Full Wrap Skirt I A-Line Silhouette
- Lined Satin-Like Fabric I Pleating Details
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0392
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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My Vibe Floral High Waist Dress Pants
Make floral your vibe when you slip in to this summer essential pair! Easily styled with a simple crop top, or dressed up with a sleek bodysuit!
Fit & Features
- High waist fit
- Tie waist accent
- Straight leg
- Composed of a crepe material
- Featuring a pop of color floral print
- Moderate stretch
- Form fitting down to a relaxed hemline
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06502-0373
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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A Moment In Satin Skater Dress
Have your glam girl moment in this flirty silky satin skater dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back strap design, a high waist seam, hidden side pockets, and a short-length hem with a fit-and-flare skater silhouette. The satin-knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Style this skater dress with rhinestone fringe earrings and platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back strap design
- High waist seam, hidden side pockets
- Short-length hem
- Skater silhouette
- Satin-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0552
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Glitter Girl Dress
Shine even brighter in a glitter dress! Bring the glow to your date-night outfit or celebrate your birthday with lots of glitz. The dress features a sleeveless bodice with a square neckline, sleek elastic cord straps, an asymmetrical hemline to showcase curves, and a glitter knit composition that radiates from all your best angles. The dress offers a form hugging fit with slight stretch. Complete your glowing look with rhinestone hair accessories and statement mules.
Fits & Features:
- Square neckline
- Elastic cord straps
- High waist seam
- Asymmetrical hemline
- Ruching at the side seam
- Form hugging fit, slight stretch
- Glitter knit composition, fully lined
Silver Dress: Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Heather Gray Dress: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Mauve & Dark Mauve Dress: Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-2805
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Mckenna Formal Sequin Scroll Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the sparkle in our Mckenna dress!
Fits & Features
- Plunging wired V neckline I Padded cups
- Partially open back I Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Sweeping floor-length skirt with two thigh-high slits
- All over sequins in scroll print pattern
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit with slight stretch
- Back zipper closure
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: 05002-0335
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Rhinestone Leaf Hair Pin
Bring the glam with a rhinestone embellished hair pin to create gorgeous side-swept looks or captivating updos with this must have!
- Large Leaf Outline Design
- Swirled Ends
- Rhinestone Embellishements
Style Number/Barcode: 07006-0170
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $12.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Rhinestone Heart Fringe Duster Earrings
You'll absolutely fall in love with these rhinestone heart fringe dusters! Wear them with a simple tee and distressed denim to dress up your look babe!
- Rhinestone embellished heart post
- Cascading rhinestone fringe
Earrings are considered final sale merchandise. FINAL SALE and CLEARANCE merchandise may not be returned or exchanged.
Style Number/Barcode: 07001-0561
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $4.97 $10.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Fab Day Tassel Fan Earrings
Make your day a fab one with these fun tassel earrings to give your outfit a pop of color.
- Hammered Metal on Post
- Fish Hook Back
- Mint Colored
- Long Fan Tassel
Earrings are considered final sale merchandise. FINAL SALE and CLEARANCE merchandise may not be returned or exchanged.
Style Number/Barcode: 07001-0574
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $3.97 $8.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Jackie Formal High Slit Dress
Special Occasion
Keep it simply stunning and sophisticated as you make your grand entrance in our Jackie formal dress! Her high slit brings the drama and chic side pockets keep you flawlessly on trend. Complete Jakcie with rhinestone accents and a statement heel to create a memorable look!
Fit & Features
- Plunging V-Neckline
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Cross-Back Straps
- High Slit
- A-Line Silhouette
- Satin Fabric
- Relaxed Fit
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0930
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Just A Little Bit Rhinestone Mini Hoop Earrings
Just a little bit of sparkle to get you through the day! These mini hoops are an adorable addition and pair well with dainty necklaces layered or singular!
- Mini hoop design
- Rhinestone detailing
- Omega closure
Earrings are considered final sale merchandise. FINAL SALE and CLEARANCE merchandise may not be returned or exchanged
Style Number/Barcode: 07001-0552
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $3.97 $8.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale