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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Alessi Lace Back Mermaid Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the wow factor in our darling Alessi!
Fits & Features
- Tank Inspired Sleeveless Bodice I Padded Cups I Princess Seams
- Hook & Eye And Snap Button Closure At The Nape
- Lace-Up At Open Back I Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Mermaid Silhouette With Gorgeous Train
- Wide-Banded Waist
- Smooth Tricot Composition I Knit Lining
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'8" with 32" bust, 26" waist and 38" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0467
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $54.97 $129.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bring The Glitter Mini Dress
Light up the room in this glitter goals mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Narrow Spaghetti Straps
- Square Neckline
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Glitter Lurex Fabric I Fully Lined
- Curve Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0677
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Chiffon Lace Darling Skater Dress
Keep it playful and chic with lace! This skater dress is all you need doll!
Fit & Features
- V-Neckline | Scalloped Lace Trim
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Floral Lace Bodice
- Skater Silhouette
- Lined Chiffon
- Relaxed Fit
- Minimal Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0362
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $16.97 $43.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rhinestone Oval Cluster Ear-cuff Set
Slick your hair into a low bun, and make a statement with these gorgeous rhinestone teardrop cluster ear cuffs! Pair with red lip stick for the ultimate glam!
- Set of two earrings
- Post back closure with snap clip atop
- Clustered design
- Teardrop + Oval rhinestones
Earrings are considered final sale merchandise. FINAL SALE and CLEARANCE merchandise may not be returned or exchanged.
Style Number/Barcode: 07001-0326
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $12.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Justine Sequin Lace Up Dress
Special Occasion
Shimmer and show off all your dance moves in the alluring Justine!
Fits & Features
- Square Neckline
- Dual Spaghetti Straps Trail To Lace Up Back
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- A-Line, Skater Style Skirt
- Horsehair Trim At The Hem For Easy Movement & Flow
- Mesh Lined Fabric With Sequins All Over
- Moderate Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0301
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $31.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Riva Cowl Back Sequin Dress
Special Occasion
Show off those glistening sequins in our radiating Riva dress! She features a crew neckline, cap sleeves, a chic draped cowl back, a high waist seam, and a floor-sweeping hem with a thigh-high front slit. The sheer mesh fabric has all-over sequin embroidering in a geometric pattern and includes a full knit lining. Complete your look with new heels and you'll be ready for your moment to shine.
Fit & Features
- Crew neckline
- Cap sleeves
- Draped cowl back
- Side zipper and hook and eye closure
- Floor-length hemline, thigh-high slit
- Sheer mesh fabric, all-over sequins, knit lining
- Curve-hugging silhouette, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0522
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $18.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rhinestone Halo Head Chain
Rise and shine and add on this rhinestone head chain for an extra touch of glam!
- Single row of rhinestones leading to teardrop shapes with center stones
- Two bobby pins to clip chain into hair
- Halo head chain effect
Style Number/Barcode: 07006-0107
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $12.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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You Are Beyond Gorgeous Leafy Necklace Set
Babe you are seriously beyond gorgeous, the last finishing touch is a matching earring and necklace set that matches your beauty!
- Two piece set
- Collar necklace with leafy teardrop rhinestones
- Adjustable lobster clasp closure
- Matching teardrop earrings
- Post back closure
Style Number/Barcode: 07002-0306
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $14.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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They Don't Know Rhinestone Mesh Tote
They should know you by now, you are all about the rhinestones! This mesh tote is weekend ready and rhinestone heavy!
- Square structure
- Knit mesh material
- Adorned in rhinestones
- Circular handles
Style Number/Barcode: 07204-0078
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $13.97 $27.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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3 Pack Cubic Zirconia Infinity Bands
Bring a little bling to that mani with a set of three cubic zirconia infinity bands that sparkle as crisp and clean as the real thing!
- Set of three
- Cubic zirconia stones
- Emerald cut
- Wrap around design
- One large | Medium | Small Width
Style Number/Barcode: 07004-0063
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.97 $22.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rise To The Occasion One Piece Jumpsuit
There is nothing better than not having to put your look together for an occasion or for work! And that is why we love the look of this two-fer jumpsuit! Slip it on and you are a cutie ready to go!
Fit & Features
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Modest v-neckline
- Form fitting crepe bodice
- High waist paper bag trousers
- Self-tie looped belt |Side zipper closure
- Pockets| Tapered leg
- Minimal stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 06402-0141
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sequined Sweetie Mini Dress
You're looking amazing, sweetie! Keep up that glam in this body-huggin' mini!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Underwire, Padded Bust I Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Mesh Lined Sequin Fabric
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0631
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Seline Formal Sequin Scroll Dress
Special Occasion
Sparkle and dazzle them all with the ever-captivating Seline sequin dress! Her sequins bring the luxe and charm to your next evening out on the town!
Fit & Features
- Plunging V-Neckline
- Padded Cups
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Sequin Scroll Print
- Mermaid
- Mini skirt lining
- Mesh Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit | Minimal Stretch
Model is 5'4" with 33" bust, 24.5" waist and 39" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0538
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $52.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bring That Floral Flair Midi Dress
Girl, bring that floral flair in this adorable printed midi dress!
Fit & Features
- Spaghetti straps
- V neckline
- Padded bust
- High waist seam
- Mid-length, curve hugging fit
- Scuba knit fabric | Plenty of stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0308
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $13.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kaitlin Long Glitter Evening Gown
Special Occasion
Have a magical night in our glittering Kaitlin evening gown! She is designed with flattering seams that have been created to flatter all women!
Fit & Features
- V-neckline | Spaghetti straps
- Cinched wrap waist
- Long hemline
- Dramatic center slit
- Glitter lurex material
- Moderate stretch
- Zipper not included
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0373
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Monica Off Shoulder A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the glamour with our enchanting Monica! People can't resist doing a double-take as they are captivated by her dual-tone shine!
Fits & Features
- Off The Shoulder Neckline I Fold Over Design
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Floor Length Skirt I A-Line Silhouette With Pleating Details I Mini Length Lining
- Nontransferable Glitter Woven Fabric I Two-Tone Shiny Finish
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0525
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rita Floral Chiffon Dress
Special Occasion
You'll be best dressed in this flowy dress! Give a twirl in our beautiful Rita!
Fits & Features
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Surplice V Neckline
- Unlined, Long Sleeves With Button Cuffs
- Elastic, Narrow Waistband I Waist Tie
- Floor Length Skirt I A-Line Silhouette I Mini Length Lining
- Chiffon Fabric With Floral Prints Throughout
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0630
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $24.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Surplice V Neckline
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Daphne Sequin Off Shoulder Mermaid Dress
Special Occasion
Show off your sparkle and that figure in our dazzling Daphne! You'll be looking absolutely mesmerizing in her beautiful mermaid silhouette.
Fits & Features
- Off Shoulder Neckline
- Fitted Long Sleeves
- Slim, Floor Length Skirt I Mermaid Silhouette I Mini Length Lining
- Mesh Lined Fabric With Scroll Pattern Sequins
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0562
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Maxine A-Line Tulle Dress
Special Occasion
Waltz your way in and make a magical entrance with our stunning Maxine formal dress! She features adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back design, a padded bust with subtle pleated detailing, a V neckline with a sheer lace inset at the center, and a back zipper and hook and eye closure. Her high waist flows to a floor-length tulle skirt with a pretty A-line silhouette. The sheer tulle fabric has a stretchy knit lining. Complete your gorgeous look with a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back design
- Padded bust
- V neckline with a sheer lace inset
- High waist
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Floor-length, A-line silhouette
- Sheer tulle fabric with a knit lining
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0598
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Constance Lace Back Sequin Dress
Special Occasion
Get ready for your close-up in our stunning Constance sequin dress! You'll be a dazzling vision as you glow all over thanks to her captivating sequins. She features a sleeveless plunging V-neckline, dual spaghetti straps that lead to a strappy lace-up back design, and a floor-length fitted silhouette. The mesh fabric has stunning all-over sequin embroidery in an intricate design. Complete the look with rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Deep V-neckline
- Dual spaghetti straps
- Open back, strappy lace-up design, tie closure, lower back zipper closure
- Floor-length silhouette
- Curve-hugging fit
- Lined mesh fabric, all-over sequin embroidery
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0322
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Jenelle Cowl Neck Evening Gown
Special Occasion
Show off those curves in the most flattering way, with our Jenelle slim evening gown, doll!
Fit & Features
- Cowl neckline | Criss-cross spaghetti straps
- Sleeveless bodice
- Form fitting silhouette
- Low back-line with zipper closure
- Flared hemline
- Smooth Knit I Ample stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0443
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Nights Like These Satin Mini Dress
It's nights like these where you want to toss on a chic dress and make it a night to remember with your squad! This dress features spaghetti straps, a wired V neckline with a padded bust, a high waist seam, front ruched detailing, and a mini-length wrap-front skirt with a curve-hugging silhouette. Complete your look with rhinestone duster earrings and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Spaghetti straps
- Wired V neckline, padded bust
- Back zipper closure
- Princess seams, high waist seam
- Front ruching
- Mini-length wrap-front skirt, form-hugging fit
- Satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1037
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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- Spaghetti straps
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Leila Scuba A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Our beautiful Leila is the perfect dress for any soirees! From formal parties to weddings and special evenings out, Leila will make you the center of attention, wherever you go.
Fits & Features
- Narrow Spaghetti Straps I V Neckline
- Square Back I Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Floor Length Skirt I A-Line Silhouette I High Slit At Front
- Lined Scuba Fabric With Flocked Velvet Designs Throughout
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'6" with 31" bust, 26" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0490
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Cate Satin Cross Back Dress
All elegance, all class. Look stunningly sleek in our beautiful Cate!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline I Padded Cups With Princess Seams
- Adjustable Shoulder Straps That Cross At The Back
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- Side Seam Hand Pockets
- Elongated Floor-Length Silhouette With Pleating Details
- Satin-Like Composition I Mini Length Lining
- Minimal Stretch
Model is 5'6" with 31" bust, 26" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0397
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $40.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free