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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Sterling Silver Rainbow Infinity Ring
Get on the rainbow jewelry trend with this beauitful sterling silver inifity ring! It features rainbow hued stones set in a sterling silver ring.Style Number/Barcode: 07004-0038
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $8.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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O-Ring Waist Cut Out Mini Dress
Chic with a trendy edge to the look, this mini dress will amp up your style. It features long sleeves with elastic cuffs, a deep V neckline, a hidden back zipper closure, a waist cut out with a front O-ring detail, and a flowy short skirt with a hidden back zipper. The dress is composed of a chiffon fabric and includes a stretchy knit lining.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0241
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sleek In Satin Leggings
Keep it sleek in satin! These leggings feature a high rise waist and a skinny leg fit with a tapered hem. Pants are composed of a satin-like fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06502-0190
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ximena Formal Satin Ruched Dress
Special Occasion
Wow them all in our ravishing Ximena dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, vertical princess seam and adjustable spaghetti straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette accented with ruching throughout and a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
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: 05002-0285
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Feelin' Fresh Floral Mini Dress
So fresh and so fine! This mini dress features a straight neckline, long sleeves, and a short hemline. Sleeves are sheer and sides of the dress are ruched for a curve flattering fit. Dress is lined with a smooth inner lining, and the overlay is composed of a mesh material adorned with foiled floral. Dress offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0292
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Velvet Halter Crop Top
This trendy top can be styled from day to night! It features spaghetti straps that lead to a tie at the back of the neck, an open low cowl back, a cowl neckline, and a short, flowy cropped fit. The velvet fabric offers moderate stretch and includes a partial mesh front lining.Style Number/Barcode: 06003-0432
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $24.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Go Your Own Way Glitter Jumpsuit
Lead the way and look like a straight boss doing so! This jumpsuit features a v neckline, short sleeves with a puff at the shoulder, and a fitted bodice with a tie belt accent at the front. Pants meet high waist and flare into a wide leg. Back of jumpsuit has a keyhole detail with a button closure. Composed of a glitter knit material that offers moderate stretch. Fully lined.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06502-0193
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $17.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Charlie A-Line Double Slit Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Dress to impress in our seriously stunning Charlie dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a deep V neckline with a sheer mesh inset, padded cups, and a V back with a zipper and hook and eye closure. Her high waist detailed seam leads to a floor length A-line skirt with thigh high double slits and an included knit bodysuit lining with dual snap button closures and a partial coverage bottom. The dress is composed of a taffeta fabric with a beautiful sheen and minimal stretch.
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: 05002-0201
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunning Shine Glitter Open Back Dress
Shine like the diva you are in this shimmering mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline, spaghetti straps and a sexy open back with lace up straps. Dress is composed of a lined velvet knit fabric adorned with glittered accents throughout. Garment offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0382
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Starburst Rhinestone Huggie Earrings
Shine bright like the star you are with these sparkling huggies! They feature a rhinestone embellished starburst accent and small hoop with an omega back closure.
Earrings are considered final sale merchandise. FINAL SALE and CLEARANCE merchandise may not be returned or exchanged.
Style Number/Barcode: 07001-0182
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $3.97 $8.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Cross Charm Huggie Earrings
You'll be too blessed to be stressed with these dazzling beauties! Huggies feature a rhinestone embellished cross charm, small loop and an omega back closure.
Earrings are considered final sale merchandise. FINAL SALE and CLEARANCE merchandise may not be returned or exchanged.
Style Number/Barcode: 07001-0183
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $3.97 $8.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Love For Lace Skater Dress
Showcase your undeniable love for lace with this alluring skater dress! It features a sheer lace top, long fitted sleeves, a sweetheart neckline with lined cups, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a crepe skirt with a high waist seam and a flirty, flowy fit. The dress offers moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0248
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Treasure Me Cropped Blouse
Shine like the treasure you are in this metallic blouse! It features a plunging V neckline, a multi button down front, long balloon sleeves and a cropped hem with wide banded accent. Top is composed of a metallic knit fabric that offers a relaxed fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06003-0412
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sultry And Fierce Satin Mini Dress
Sultry and oh so fierce, this satin mini is the one for you. It features a sleeveless bodice, bungee spaghetti straps, a square neck and back, and a short, curve huggng fit. The dress is composed of a smooth satin-like fabric with plenty of stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0376
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.97 $27.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Off Shoulder Glitter Velvet Mini
Step out a in a mini that shows off those curves! This edgy piece features a straight neckline, and sleeves that are off shoulder. Hem hits mid thigh, and is composed of a velvet material that offers moderate stretch and a form fit. This crushed velvet dress is adorned with chunky glitter that reflects hues of purple, blue and gold depending on the light that you catch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0226
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Emily Formal Embroidered Party Dress
Special Occasion
Charm them all in our wowing Emily dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps and a pretty mesh trim. Her slim fit bodice leads to a flattering mini length silhouette. She stands out with her vintage-inspired embroidered pattern. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0133
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sultry Stunner Mini Dress
You'll be a total sultry stunner in this hot mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a sweetheart neckline with a wired and padded bust, a front under the bust cut out, a square back with a hidden zipper and hook and eye closure, and a mid-thigh length, curve hugging fit. The smooth satin-like fabric offers moderate stretch and a pretty sheen.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0121
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $17.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ellie Asymmetrical Flounce Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Make a flirty first impression in our Ellie flounce midi dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a mutli-layered wrap front V neckline, a high waist seam, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a form hugging skirt with an asymmetrical ruffle hem. The crepe fabric offers moderate stretch and includes a knit lining.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0279
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Heart Print Scrunchies
Give some love to your pretty tresses with these heart print scrunchies! Set features a pack of three varying colored scrunchies made of a sheer chiffon material featuring velvet hearts.Style Number/Barcode: 07006-0072
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $14.90
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Multi Row Pendant Necklace
Layer on the glam with this gold necklace that features a multi row design, a dainty gold chain adorned with chic pendants and a lobster clasp closure.
Style Number/Barcode: 07002-4998
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $12.90
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Rhinestone Leaf Lariat Necklace
Reveal a darling look in this sparkling piece! It features a single row of rhinestone embellished leaf accents and a lariat charm. Includes a lobster clasp closure.Style Number/Barcode: 07002-0153
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $14.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Pleat Me Tonight Asymmetrical Mini Dress
Just the way you like it. This sexy mini dress features a plunging V neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a wrap-like skirt with pleated accents, and an asymmetrical hemline. Crepe knit fabric offers a form hugging fit with plenty of stretch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Plunge, v-neckline, wire inserts for structure
- Wrap-like skirt, pleat accents
- Asymmetrical short-length hem
- Crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0428
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chasing Paper Bag Trousers
Chase that paper in a real money makin' outfit!. These wide leg, high-rise paper bag pants feature a flattering tie waist with wide belt loops, a hidden zip fly and convenient side seam pockets. Constructed of a smooth woven fabric that's ideal for both business and playtime with just a bit of stretch. Pair with your cutest heels or booties for a charming, put-together outfit.
Style Number/Barcode: 06402-0082
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $16.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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One Shoulder Iridescent Diva Catsuit
Shine like the diva you are in this head-turning catsuit! It features a one shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve and a single straight leg. Catsuit is composed of an iridescent stretchy knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit.
Style Number/Barcode: 06502-0183
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $16.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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