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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Sophie Formal Floral Party Dress
Special OccasionBring the charm in the gorgeous Sophie dress to make an impression! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, padded cups, vertical princess seams to complement curves, adjustable spaghetti straps and a lace up back to easily adjust. Her slim fit bodice leads to a flared party length skirt with hidden side pockets. Her all all over floral print is all you need to radiate an enchanting look. Dress includes a petticoat and back zipper closure with a hook and eye closure. Dress is composed of a lined textured satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0085
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Tanya Pearl-Trim Velvet Dress
Special Occasion
Showcase that beautiful back in our simply stunning velvet Tanya dress! She features a round neckline, long sleeves, a seamed bodice, a dramatic open back with rows of pearls and clear rhinestones snaking the periphery, and a slim pencil skirt. Tanya has a bodycon construction and is made from a tactile velvet material with moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0137
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Raquel Cross-Back Mermaid Gown
Special Occasion
Make way for killer curves ahead in our bodycon beauty, Raquel! She features spaghetti straps leading to a cross-back double strap design, a seamed V neck bodice with light padding, and a higher seam waist. Her figure-hugging, zip-back seamed skirt flutes into a mermaid-style hem anchored by a lightweight, flexibly structured insert. Raquel is fully lined and made from a woven crepe material with moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0150
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alena Satin Gown
Special Occasion
Our Alena is luxury and more! She is composed of a satin like material that offers moderate stretch. She has a v neckline and cap sleeves. Her bodice meets skirt at a banded high waist. Skirt is an A-line design that catches eyes when you're walking through a room with its flow! She features a high thigh slit, and she has a large keyhole cutout at the back and a zipper closure at lower back. Pair with your go to heels for a fabulous night out.
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: 05002-0153
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Paloma Cowl Back Sequin Gown
Special Occasion
Radiate old-school glamour in our stunning sequined Paolma gown! She features a seamed, tank-style deep V bodice, a dramatic draped cowl back, a side zip with hook-and-eye closure, and a long, straight slim skirt. Paloma is cut for a bodycon fit from bust through thigh and fully lined. She's made from woven mesh and smooth knit materials with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0110
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lizza Formal Satin Rhinestone Dress
Special Occasion
Make an entrance they will never forget in our enchanting Lizza dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back design, a tie waist belt adorned with multi-faceted gemstones for plenty of shine! Her waist leads to an above the knee length silhouette accented with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with a minimal stretch.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0063
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tapered Tease High Waist Dress Pants
Dress to impress in trendy dress pants. Transition from office attire to dinner chic in high waist dress pants that feature a cinching tie waist belt with belt loops, structured vertical seams at the waist, a hidden front zipper, and slant pockets. The skinny leg fit leads to a modern tapered fit. Complete outfit with dainty necklace and bracelet for a minimally chic look.
Fits & Feature
- High waist
- Elastic band at back
- Five belt loops, tie waist belt
- Hidden front zipper
- Front hand pockets
- Modern tapered leg fit
- Woven composition offers a natural fit with minimal stretch
Black and Taupe Pants: Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Rust Pants: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Olive Pants: Model is 5'6" with 31" bust, 26" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Burgundy Pants: Model is 5'7" with 32" bust, 25" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Mauve Pants: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Red Pants: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06402-0977
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $21.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic In Chiffon Tiered Dress
Dynamite details make this midi truly must-have. Dress features delicate floral print flecked with metallic, adjustable spaghetti straps leading to a wrap-style, V neck bodice with a back zip and attached string ties, and a mid-rise skirt with three tiers of cascading ruffles at hem. Dress is lined and made from a lightweight chiffon-like material with minimal stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0261
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Gemma Strapless Bow Party Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the elegance and charm in our classically lovely Gemma dress! She features a strapless sweetheart neckline, padded cups, vertical princess seams, built in boning for support and unlined mesh panels on the side with a triple-row bow accent. Her slim fit bodice leads to a flared party length silhouette with a double tiered hem and hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a combination smooth knit fabric and satin-like fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a hidden back zipper closure with fish and hook clasp closure and voluminous petticoat.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0111
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $139.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Loren Glitter Knit V Dress
Special Occasion
Radiate a fiery fierceness in our glitter-embellished Loren gown! She has a curve-hugging cut and features spaghetti straps, a deep V neck, a high-seam banded waist, and a long-line slim skirt that pools gently at hem. Loren slips on and is made from a lightweight, textured knit material with moderate stretch.
Model is 5'6.5" 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: 05002-0264
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Sherry Strapless Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Step out in our darling Sherry! She showcases a strapless sweetheart neckline with a padded cup area, and wiring down the sides and center vertically leading down to the skirt. Sides of the bodice have criss-cross cutouts with a mesh underlay, and back has a hidden zipper. Her bodice meets skirt high waist, has pockets and puffs out in a flattering way with the help of the two layers beneath, one satin and one fishnet mesh. Sherry is composed of a satin like material that has a stunning sheen to it. Offers no stretch.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0099
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $49.97 $139.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Ombre Sequin Dress
Who needs those flashing lights when you're already lit in this sequin party dress? This fun piece has a deep V neckline, long fitted sleeves and a curve hugging fit. Dress is composed of a sequin fabric that offers a slight stretch and a gorgeous, attention-grabbing ombre design.Model is 5'9 with a 38" bust, 38" waist and 44" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.
Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0032
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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All The Trimmings Crochet Dress
This lovely lace crochet mini is all about the eye-catching detail! Skater-style dress features a solid underlay and large-weave crochet overlay, spaghetti straps, a fitted bodice with V neckline and back zip, and a swing-y A-line skirt. Dress is fully lined and made from lightweight woven materials with minimal stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0030
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Jianne Formal Taffeta Party Dress
Special OccasionBring the charm in our timelessly gorgeous Jianne party dress! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, a built in gel no slip, padded cups for support and vertical princess seams to accentuate curves. Her back features a lace up back design to easily customize fit. Her slim fit bodice leads to a dramatically flared party length silhouette adorned with a flirty rose print throughout and is complemented with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0117
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $44.97 $139.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Carolina Stretch Satin Dress
Special OccasionRendered in a rich, jewel-toned hue, our satin Carolina mini dress will make you shine.
Fits & Features
- Curve Hugging Cut
- Off Shoulder, V Neckline With Drape Detail
- Seamed Bodice With Back Zip
- Slim-Line Pencil Style Skirt I Side Ruching I High Slit
- Satin-Like Fabric
- Moderate Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4143
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Too Glam To Handle Bag
This silver rhinestone bucket style bag is just too glam to handle! It features silver coiled handles with lobster clasp closures, silver grommet details, and a lined rhinestone mesh material.Style Number/Barcode: 07204-0012
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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All Night Long Beaded Bag
When you need to amp up your weekend look, there's no harm in reaching for a purse that does all the work! It is hand held with a circular handle, and is adorned with beading. Its small size makes it easy to hold all night long with just the essentials!
Style Number/Barcode: 07204-0017
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.97 $22.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marquise Stone Statement Earrings
Add a little style to a simple updo with a pair of beautiful statement earrings! These stunners feature a feathered out clustered style of multi sized marquise stones. Earrings have a post back closure.Style Number/Barcode: 07001-0145
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $12.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rainbow Fringe Earrings
Chase the rainbow in these fabulous earrings! Cascading down with a rainbow rhinestone fringe, they are the star of the show! Earrings have a post back closure.Style Number/Barcode: 07001-0144
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $12.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dirty Thirty Sash
Thirty. Flirty. Thriving!! This birthday sash is here to make you glitter like the goddess you are on your birthday! All over sparkle, in contrasting script that reads " Dirty Thirty". Time to celebrate!
Style Number/Barcode: 07308-0011
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $4.97 $10.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Neon Drama Strappy Mules
Make a bold statement and give them some sass with these neon strappy mules! They feature an open toe, thin strappy detailing around the foot, an open ankle, and a narrow block heel.Style Number/Barcode: 07401-0333
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $24.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Living For The Night Heels
Live your best life in these bold heels! They feature an open back, an open toe with a multi-strap design, a square shaped footbed and a narrow block heel. They are composed of a lycra material and faux leather insole lining.Style Number/Barcode: 07401-0334
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $24.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Knit Your Basic Midi Dress
This adorable casual midi is not your basic knit dress. It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a scoop neckline, a square back, and a curve hugging, mid-length fit. The dress is composed of a wide ribbed sweater knit fabric that offers 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: 06005-0023
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Faith Formal Midi Lace Dress
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Make a graceful entrance in captivating lace! Faith features a bright yellow hue, an off the shoulder neckline with a scalloped lace trim, padded cups, a cinching ribbon belt and a midi length. Dress is composed of a lined fabric that offers a relaxed fit with a minimal stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0193
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free