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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Flora Crepe Slit Gown
Special OccasionA dramatic thigh-high slit serves as the natural focal point of our lovely yellow Flora gown. She features an off-the-shoulder seamed bodice, a back zip, and a gently fluted skirt with front slit. Flora is made from a woven crepe material and has 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: 05002-0094
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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In The Spotlight Mini Dress
Own that spotlight in this LBD, stunner! The mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a V neckline with a wired square notched detail, a square back, and a short, curve hugging fit. The glitter knit fabric offers moderate stretch.Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0186
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Gigi Glitter Skater Dress
Special OccasionGlitter, gleam, and party in the Gigi! She features a V neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, padded cups, and a stitching vertically down both sides of the breast area. Her bodice is fitted and flattering, it meets mid waist to a skater skirt that has a good flow that allows you to move and dance around freely. Her spaghetti straps lead to a slanted low back line, and a lower back zipper closure. She includes pockets and a full body fitted inner lining. Composed of a glitter material that has moderate stretch. Catch the light for the ultimate glitter reflection!
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: 05001-4135
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $22.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jess Off The Shoulder Dress
You're known for your moves—make 'em in our dynamite midnight blue satin Jess dress! She features an off-the-shoulder neckline, seamless sleeveless bodice with fold-over detail and back zip, and an A-line flared mini with pockets at either hip. Jess is made from a smooth, shiny material with moderate stretch.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: 05001-0002
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jessie Glitter Tulle Party Dress
Special OccasionBe the highlight of the night in our navy blue Jessie dress! She is made of a tulle fabric that features beautiful glitter accents, and includes a V neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a satin belt detail and a fun mini skirt. Dress is fully lined and includes a back zipper closure. Dress is composed of a lined tulle fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal 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 small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4145
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jana Rhinestone Party Dress
Special OccasionDazzle and charm them all in our lovely Jana dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a scoop neckline, a double row of adjustable spaghetti straps and vertical princess seams on the bust. Her waist features a sparkling rhinestone trim that leads to a party length silhouette that is accented with hidden side pockets and pleating details. Dress is composed of a lined textured satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes a mini skirt length knit lining and a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0008
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Katerina Crepe Wrap Gown
Special OccasionStreamlined yet subtly sultry, our Katerina gown is made for evenings out—when all eyes will be on you! She features adjustable spaghetti straps, a seamed V neck bodice with slim banded waist, and a straight, wrap-effect skirt with front slit. Katerina slips on and is made from a woven crepe material with 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: 05002-0091
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet As Pie Skater Dress
Honey you will look sweet as pie in this cute skater dress! This piece features a V neckline, spaghetti straps, a skater style skirt, and the best part...It has pockets! This dress is comprised of a soft crepe material that offers moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8838
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Everly Formal Velvet And Pearl Dress
Special OccasionChannel Old Hollywood glam with a twist as you wow in our luxe Everly black dress! She features a high round neckline, fitted long sleeves and breathtaking open back with a pearl embellished trim. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with high side slit to reveal a hint of skin. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a 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: 05002-6469
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $25.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jolene Formal Glitter Velvet Dress
Special OccasionStrike a sultry impression in our mesmerizing Jolene dress! She features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, a mermaid silhouette, and composed of a velvet glitter fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with a faux fur wrap.
Fits & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Mermaid silhouette
- Lined velvet glitter fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
- Runs true to size
The saturation of glitter varies. Glitter may transfer.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6093
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $56.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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- Sleeveless cowl neckline
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Island Romance Lattice Back Dress
Make a splash this summer in a sultry style made for warm-weather nights. Lavender maxi dress features an all-over floral print, spaghetti straps leading to a crisscross lattice tie back, and two high slits at front. Dress is unlined, slips on, and made from a soft knit material with moderate stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0028
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Angie Formal Lattice Mermaid Dress
Special OccasionBrighten the room with a confident glow as you make an entrance in our head turning Angie dress! She features a yellow hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, princess seams, spaghetti straps, an empire waist accent and an open back with lattice straps. Her slim fit bodice lead to a curve hugging mermaid silhouette. Dress is composed of a double lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes an additional mini skirt length lining.
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: 05002-0093
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Enchanted Garden Surplice Skater Dress
Bloom into the night with this bold skater mini! Dress features a surplice-style bodice with V neck, back zip, and adjustable spaghetti straps and a flow-y, gently pleated A-line skirt with curved hem. Dress is nearly fully lined and made from a chiffon-like material with little to natural stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0018
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dara Sequin Scroll Mini Dress
Special OccasionSeriously up your sparkle factor in our shimmering mesh Dara dress. She features an all-over sequined scroll design, a high neck with two-button closure, a halter-style bodice with open back, and an A-line skirt with back zip. Dara is fully lined and made from a mesh blend with little to no 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: 05001-0038
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Anything But Basic Maxi Dress
This sophisticated, streamlined maxi will more than earn its place in your closet this season. Chic and versatile, it goes pretty much anywhere you do! Dress features a square neckline, all-over rib knit detail, crisscross spaghetti straps, adjustable keyhole tie detail, back cutout, and side slit. Dress is partially lined and made from a soft, densely knit material with moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0012
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Colette Satin Wrap Gown
Special OccasionSteal the show while making moves in our effortlessly elegant, satin Colette gown. She features a pleated deep V bodice with adjustable spaghetti straps and back zip, and a long, slim wrap-effect skirt skirt with a front slit and drape detail at waist. Louisa is fully lined and made from a shiny satin material with ample stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6765
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $25.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Diandra Crepe High Low Gown
Special OccasionStand out in style in our eye-catching crepe Diandra gown. She features adjustable spaghetti straps, a seamed, scalloped V bodice with light padding, an elasticized back with zip closure, and a gently pleated, A-line high-low skirt. Diandra is fully lined and made from a mid-weight woven material with some stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6789
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dazzling Heat Stone Satin Dress
Dazzle under the stars in this sparking mini! It features a rich navy blue color, a high round neck with a double row button closure at the nape of the neck, a racer front and an open back with lattice back design. The all over heat stones let you shine from all your best angles! Dress is composed of a lined stretchy satin-like fabric that offers a form hugging fit.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4130
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Camila Open Back Sequin Dress
Special OccasionShine underneath the spotlight in our dazzling Camila dress! She features a V neckline, fitted long sleeves and a plunging open back that exposes plenty of skin and rests on the lower back. The slim fit bodice leads to a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lightweight mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal stretch. The iridescent sequins reflect flickers of pink and purple for unbelievable shine! Dress is lined with a form hugging smooth knit fabric. Includes a hook and eye closure at the nape of the neck.
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: 05001-4137
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ayla Formal High Slit Dress
Special OccasionMake an entrance they'll never forget in the wowing Ayla dress! She features a wrap V neckline with pleating detailing and adjustable spaghetti straps. Her slim fit bodice features a narrow waist band accent that leads to a floor length silhouette accented with vertical seams and a high side slit. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6753
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bryn Satin Lace Up Formal Dress
Special OccasionCreate an effortlessly elegant look in our sultry satin Bryn dress. She features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a lace up back detail, a square neckline with seam detailing, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a thigh high sexy slit. The burgundy dress is composed of an unlined satin fabric that offers a flattering relaxed fit with moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6687
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Camilla Foil Print Satin Dress
Special OccasionAn elevated twist on the classic skater dress, our elegant Camilla dazzles in a foil-print satin floral. She features adjustable cross-back spaghetti straps leading to a lightly padded seamed bodice, an open, lace-up tie back with wire boning at sides, and an A-line inverted-pleat skirt with back zip and pockets at either hip. Camilla is fully lined and made from a shiny, densely woven material with little to no stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0179
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Brady Beaded Mini Dress
Special OccasionMeet our Beaded Brady Mini Dress! She features a sleeveless bodice with a high mesh scoop neckline overlay, an inner sweetheart neckline, and beautiful swirl floral leaf embroidery adorned in reflective beading throughout the dress. She has a smooth inner lining as well as a long zipper that leads from lower back up to nape, also a sheer upper back. She is composed of a mesh net like material overlay and a smooth inner fabric underneath. Offering a curve hugging fit, and party ready mini length silhouette with minimal stretch.
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: 05001-4138
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dionne Strapless Column Wrap Gown
Special OccasionStreamlined, sexy, and positively made for making moves, our dynamite Dionne dress will get you going. She features a strapless, seamed sweetheart bodice with middle mesh panel and flexible wire boning at bust. Wrap-style slim skirt ends in a small side slit. Dionne is made from a mid-weight nylon blend with ample stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0125
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale