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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Plus Shana Formal Sequin Dress
Special OccasionDazzle them all as you leave an unforgettable impression in our Shana dress! She features a V neckline paired with bra-friendly shoulder straps and padded cups for a flattering lift. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to flowing floor length mermaid silhouette accented with mesh panels. Dress is composed of a pewter gray mesh fabric and adorned with iridescent sequins that reflect a sparkling navy hue! Garment offers a relaxed fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a smooth knit lining and a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0070
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $169.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Lucy Formal High Slit Dress
Special OccasionMake an elegant entrance in the ever enchanting Lucy dress! She features a timelessly chic black hue, an off the shoulder neckline with strap accents, a wired sweetheart bust, a built in no slip strip and supportive padded cups. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette accented with hidden side pockets and a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined scuba knit fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes an additional mini skirt length knit lining.
Model is 5'9" with a 38.5" bust, 31" waist and 52" hips. She is wearing a 1XSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0077
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Adelina Formal Halter Crepe Dress
Special OccasionCreate a head turning look as you sashay into the room in our bold Adelina dress! She features a chic black hue, an off the shoulder neckline with shoulder strap accents, a halter neck and structuring princess seams. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0084
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Addie Formal High Slit Dress
Special OccasionToast off the night in our gorgeous Addie dress! She features an all over hunter green hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, wide shoulder straps and structuring princess seams. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Addie is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a relaxed fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a hidden back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0088
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $92.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Monica Formal Wrap Ruched Dress
Special OccasionMake a captivating entrance in our lovely Monica dress! She features a mauve hue, an off the shoulder neckline with a fold over accent and an asymmetrical floor length silhouette with a ruched side seam. Dress is composed of a lined stretchy knit fabric that offers a curve hugging fit. The back features a ruched detailing and full zipper closure.
Model is 5'9" with a 38.5" bust, 31" waist and 52" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0149
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $23.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Juliet Formal Sequin Scroll Dress
Special OccasionSay it with sequins as you shine on in our Juliet dress! She features an all over burgundy hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, narrow adjustable straps and princess seams. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a dreamy floor length silhouette accented with double high slits and light pleating. Anika is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with gleaming sequins set in a scroll print. Dress offers a relaxed fit with a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure and partial skirt lining.
Model is 5'11" with a 38" bust, 37" waist and 48.5" hips. She is wearing a 1XSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15004-0006
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $49.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Nicki Formal Glitter Dress
Special OccasionShine on through the evening in our enchanting Nicki burgundy dress! She showcases curves while featuring a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline with a lace trim, supportive padded cups and princess seams. Her back features an eye catching keyhole with a fish hook clasp closure and complemented with a lower back zipper closure. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a flowing mermaid silhouette to bring the drama. She is composed of a burgundy hued lined scalloped lace fabric adorned with gleaming glitter details. Dress offers a relaxed fit with a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0069
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $149.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Nima Floral Sequin Dress
Special OccasionDazzle in florals as you make an entrance in our stunning Nima dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline and supportive tank-like straps. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve flattering floor length silhouette to grace each step! Her all over sequin floral print dazzle and shines! Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'11" with a 38" bust, 37" waist and 48.5" hips. She is wearing a 1XSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0094
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $31.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Sandra Glitter Ruffle Dress
Special OccasionBring the sparkle as shine in the glam Sandra dress! She features a plunging V neckline, supportive tank-like straps and a relaxed fit bodice. Her narrow waist band accent leads to a dramatic mermaid silhouette accented with a high center slit and a ruffled hemline. Dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Glitter may transfer.
Model is 5'9" with a 44" bust, 37" waist and 47" hips. She is wearing a size 1XSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0125
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $36.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Beth Formal Lace Dress
Special OccasionSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0067
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $79.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Roxy Sweetheart Dress
Special Occasion
Keep it classy for your next formal event! Our Roxy floor length dress features an off the shoulder sweetheart neckline that creates short sleeves, light pleating along the bodice to create a flattering hourglass silhouette and a large front slit to provide a tease of leg leading to a trumpet skirt. She is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a luxurious feel and offers plenty of stretch.
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Model is 5'11 with a 47" bust, 40.5" waist and 57.5" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0001
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Kenia Formal Velvet Midi Dress
Special OccasionElevate your evening look with in luxe velvet as you make your entrance in our lovely Kenia dress! She features a black hue, an off the shoulder neckline with a wrap V neck bust, long sleeves and a midi length silhouette with a side slit. She is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0037
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus London Heat Stone Mini Dress
Special OccasionBring the glam as you light up the evening in our illuminating London dress! She features a plunging V neckline, cap sleeves and sparkling heat stones with gemstone accents throughout! Dress is composed of a lined stretchy satin-like fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'8" with a 42" bust, 35" waist and 45" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0032
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Evelyn Formal Wrap Satin Dress
Special OccasionMake your evening a regal affair in sophisticated satin! Evelyn features an all over navy blue hue, a wrap V neckline with ruched detailing, supportive tank-like straps and a floor length silhouette accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined stretchy satin fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with plenty of stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0076
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Teresa Formal Sequin Dress
Special OccasionSparkle and radiate as you dazzle them all in our Teresa black dress! She features an all over black hue, a high round neckline with racer bust, narrow straps that lead to a chic criss-cross back design and supportive padded cups. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a graceful floor length silhouette to create a twirl-worthy moment! She is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with gleaming black sequins set in a geometric pattern. Dress offers a curve flattering fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a hidden back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15002-0066
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $129.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Elysse Steal The Show Sequin Dress
Special OccasionSlay in sequins as you bring the glitz in our Elysse dress! She features a high round neckline, fitted long sleeves and a fun mini length silhouette. She is composed of a lined mesh fabric that is adorned with dazzling sequins set in a geometric pattern. Dress offers a curve flattering fit with plenty of stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'11" with a 36" bust, 34" waist and 43" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0035
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Cami Formal Heat Stone Midi Dress
Special OccasionDazzle and shine in our glitzy Cami dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, unlined fitted long sleeves, ruched side seams and a midi length silhouette. She brings the sparkle with her all over heat stone accents! She is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a curve flattering fit with a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0038
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $31.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Cassie Velvet Wrap Dress
Special OccasionGet wrapped up in the heat of the moment! Our short and classy Cassie dress is perfect for your homecoming night with a wrap-like body, a daring V neckline and long sleeves. She has a wide waistband that accentuates your curves and a mini length skirt. Cassie is composed of a soft velvet knit that offers a moderate stretch and has a vertical stripe pattern created by dazzling heat stones. She includes a hidden back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0000
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Low Wedge Ankle Strap Sandals
Keep it simple but always cute! These black sandals feature a single strap, open toe design, a closed back with an adjustable ankle strap and a back zipper, and a low wedge heel. The shoes are composed of a faux suede fabric.
Style Number/Barcode: 07406-0210
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $26.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Classic Short Wedge Sandal
Keep it simple but always cute! These white dressy sandals feature a single strap, open toe design, a closed back with an ankle strap and a back zipper, and a low wedge heel. The shoes are composed of a faux leather material.
Style Number/Barcode: 07406-0029
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $26.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Wide Fit Strap Wedge Sandals
Keep it comfy and cute with these Wide Fit Wedge Sandals. They come in a natural color and feature an open toe single strap design, a cross strap ankle with buckle, extra soft padding and a wedge heel.
Style Number/Barcode: 07406-0003
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $16.97 $26.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Rhinestone Short Wedge Heels
Do glam the comfortable way! These super cute silver wedges feature a rhinestone-embellished, single strap upper, an ankle strap with buckle, and a short wedge heel.
Style Number/Barcode: 07406-0028
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.97 $26.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Crochet Cutie Espadrille Flats
Step out in these cute flats to pair with your favorite summertime looks! They feature a white hued crochet body, a round toe and an espadrille platform.
Style Number/Barcode: 07405-0180
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $15.97 $19.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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On Point Basic Flat
A pair that's always on point! These black flats feature a pointed toe, flat sole and a faux suede material.
Style Number/Barcode: 07405-0173
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $13.97 $16.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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