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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Stunner In Satin Mini Dress
Be the absolute stunner you are in this sleek and sultry satin mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, tie shoulder spaghetti straps, a square neck and back, flattering vertical seam detailing at the bust, and a short, form hugging fit that hits mid-thigh. The mini dress is composed of a satin-like fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0136
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Such A Queen Midi Dress
You are the queen in this midi dress. This dress features a high cowl neckline and thin tie-your-self adjustable spaghetti straps. The dress has a straight bodice detailed with ruching at the sides which allows you to have the option of making the dress shorter or longer with the adjustable strings attached. The hemline has a scooping effect and the fabric is satin-like, which offers a relaxed fit with no stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0152
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $21.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sandrine Keyhole Satin Gown
Special OccasionRendered in a rich emerald-green satin, our Sandrine gown pulls out all the stops. She features a seamed bodice with a high, halter-style neckline, zipper and crisscross straps at back, plunging deep V keyhole detail at front, and a long, gently fluted skirt with a high side slit. Sandrine is fully lined and made from a soft, shiny woven material with ample stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0157
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sassy In Satin Mini Dress
Slip on this satin mini dress for a sassy and sultry look! It features a sleeveless bodice, a round neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, seam detailing, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short hem. The dress is composed of a smooth satin-like fabric that offers minimal stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0090
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sparkle Motion Glitter Mini Dress
Ready to make moves? Then shine in this glitter-embellished red mini! Dress features cross-back spaghetti straps, a seamed, deep V princess bodice with lightly padded cups, and a curve-hugging skirt with envelope hem. Dress is made from a woven knit material and 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: 05103-0114
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Vaughan Chiffon Gown
Special OccasionIntroducing our Vaughan Chiffon Gown! She is a beautiful floor length hunter green dress, her relaxed bodice features a v-neckline, spaghetti straps, and an overlapped cup. Spaghetti straps lead to a self tie closure at the top, a zipper closure below, and a ruffled keyhole cut out. The skirt of the gown meets high waist and has an overlapping effect, the skirt is floor length and flowy. She includes a full body smooth inner lining from cup to floor. She is composed of a chiffon like material that offers a breezy flow.
Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0016
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shayleigh Sequin Wrap Dress
Special OccasionDazzle and dance around in the Shayleigh! She features a deep v-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps lead back to a square back,and a self tie wrap around skirt that meets high waist with a skater dress hem that hits mid thigh. Her bodice is fitted and lined with a nude colored smooth material. She is composed of knit material that is covered with stitched silver sequins, material offers no stretch but design of the dress offers a flow that allows you to move around comfortably. Pair with your favorite heels and statement earrings!
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: 05001-4067
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sami Sequin And Lace Party Dress
Special OccasionCreate a twirl worthy moment in the ever so glam Sami dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, a floral lace bodice and adjustable spaghetti straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a double layered skater length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined lace and crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0035
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Totally Twirl-Worthy Skater Dress
Make sure your entrance is a twirl-worthy one in this adorable skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a V neckline with lattice detailing, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy, skater skirt. The dress is composed of a ponte knit fabric with moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8804
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Striking In Satin Mini Dress
Strike a sultry look in satin! The mini dress features a sweetheart neckline with a scalloped lace trim, adjustable spaghetti straps, bustier-like cups and a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a stretchy satin fabric that offers a curve hugging fit.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0040
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sound The Horn Trumpet Dress
Make an eye-catching style statement in this chic, curve-hugging midi dress. It features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a flattering empire waist, and a high-low trumpet hem with a form-hugging silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric with a pretty sheer crochet overlay. Complete the look with cute heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Hidden back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Empire waist, slim-fit, high-low trumpet hem
- Sheer crochet overlay, knit fabric lining
- Curve-hugging fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0153
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tammy Taffeta Lace And Layers Dress
Special OccasionSwitch up the formal scene with this fun formal dress! Our navy blue Tammy dress features a V neckline with spaghetti straps that lead to a stunning lace back, an exposed lower back, hidden side pockets and a flirty double layered mini skirt. She is made from a taffeta fabric that offers a structured look with a hint of sheen. She includes two back zippers.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0012
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Simply Satin Tie-Waist Dress
Streamlined and sophisticated, this satin mini will pair perfectly with block heels and a clutch for your next night out! Dress features spaghetti straps with detachable accent tie, a surplice-style wrap bodice with side tie at waist, and an A-line skirt. Dress is lined and made from a smooth, woven cotton blend with little to no stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0196
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $17.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunning In Sequins Dress
This stunning sequin mini dress will have you stepping into the party in style! It features a plunging wired V-neckline that adds structure, a padded bust to offer support, spaghetti straps that lead to a lace-up back design for a customized fit, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The mini-length dress showcases gorgeous all-over sequin embroidery in a chic scroll pattern that will glow from all your best angles. Complete your look with rhinestone earrings and chrome heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless wired V-neckline, spaghetti straps
- Lightly padded bust
- Lace-up back design, tie closure
- Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-7426
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $23.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tatiana High Class Velvet Dress
Special OccasionTatiana is trendy, high-class, and glam in this long black velvet dress! She features a wrap bodice that creates a plunging neckline, double shoulder straps, a low back with a strappy lattice detail, an exposed back zipper closure, and a high waist seam leading to a flared floor-length skirt and a high leg slit. Tatiana is composed of an unlined velvet knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36 hips. She is wearing a size smallSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-5703
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lust For Lace Mini Dress
Fall head over heels for this sultry lace LBD! It features an off the shoulder sweetheart neckline, a lined and padded bust, a square back with a zipper and hook and eye closure, sheer lace insets at the waist, and a short crepe skirt that hits mid-thigh. The mini dress offers plenty of curve hugging stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0137
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Love Bud Sweetheart Dress
Hey sweetheart, Hey love bud , Hey little cutie ! The dress features a sweetheart neckline , tie yourself ribbon spaghetti straps, and a built in wire for a bra-like effect. The back-line of this dress is square and includes a hidden zipper. The bodice of this dress is a body con style that is form fitting and shows off those curves and has a mini slit at the hem. The dress is composed of a canvas material that offers moderate stretch. Muah!
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0219
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Renée Lace-Up Satin Dress
Special OccasionGo for gorgeous and get noticed in our stunning burgundy satin Renée gown. She features a seamed bodice with round neckline, double spaghetti straps leading to a lace-up tie back, and a long, A-line skirt with a high side slit. Renée is made from a smooth, shiny satin-like material with ample stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0158
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Lynne Formal Sleeveless Dress
Special OccasionMake an entrance they'll never forget in our head turning Lynne dress! She features a vibrant coral hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline and tank-like straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" 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: 05002-0092
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $52.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Round And Round Glitter Dress
Make moves and take this embellished mini for a spin! Dress features all-over glitter detail, an elasticized, off-the-shoulder neckline, a slight nip in the waist of the straight-line silhouette, and a gently rounded hem. Dress is made from a lightly textured woven material with a fair amount of stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0034
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marlena Glitter Formal Gown
Special OccasionYou already sparkle—now it's time to really shine in the glitter-adorned Marlena! She has an asymmetrical, over-the-shoulder strap, a sweetheart neckline, back zipper, and a mermaid hem. Marlena is made from a soft, moderately stretchy knit material.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6766
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Stunning In Silver Formal Dress
You are a stunner doll! And this is the dress to prove it. Featuring a high halter style neckline, a sleeveless bodice, and a keyhole cut out at the breast. This mini dress is fully lined with a smooth inner material. Dress has a long zipper from lower back to neck, and is composed of a knit fabric that offers a form fitting silhouette with maximum stretch. The pattern of the fabric is adorned with a vertical stitching and all over gemstones. The hem of the dress hits mid thigh.Model is 5'11 with a 42" bust, 35" waist and 49" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0042
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Luisa Strapless Crepe Slim Dress
Special OccasionA standout strapless neckline lend our Luisa dress its unmistakable elegance. She features a surplice sweetheart bodice with boning, a back zip, and hook-and-eye closure and a curve-hugging slim skirt with gather detail at hip and side slit. Luisa is fully lined and made from a woven crepe material with a touch of stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0013
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rebecca Party Pleated Dress
Special OccasionGet the party started in the Rebecca dress! She features a square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps that are detachable, padded cup inserts, as well as non slip strip lined at the neckline that helps support the dress to stay up and not slide down. She also has vertical wiring at both sides of each breast of the bodice. The bodice meets the skirt at high waist and is pleated to offer a flowy effect with a hem that hits just above your knees. The best part of all, she has pockets! The backside of this dress has a hidden zipper and the back line is straight with an elasticity for a little stretch. This dress is composed of a satin like material that has a beautiful sheen to it.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0001
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale