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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Wrapped In Pleats Midi Dress
Wrap yourself in pretty pleats to make a gorgeous appearance! The mini dress features a sage green color, a wrap V neckline, narrow shoulder straps and an asymmetrical wrap silhouette. Dress is composed of a 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" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8615
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Drop Dead Gorgeous Mini Dress
You'll be a total dream in lace with this beautiful little black dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a sweetheart neckline with a lined padded bust, sheer waist insets, a back double hook and eye closure with a cut out, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a partially sheer lace and crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch.Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8526
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $52.90
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Crochet Beauty Mini Dress
You're a total beauty, so showcase your stunning style in this crochet mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- V Neckline & Back
- Scalloped Hem
- Fully Lined, Sheer Crochet Composition
- Form Hugging Fit
- Plenty Of Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8534
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $36.90
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Glitz & Glam Lace Skater Dress
This fun skater dress is all about glitz and glam!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline I Padded Bust
- Spaghetti Straps
- Sheer Lace Back With Zip Closure
- High Waist Seam
- Short Flowy Skirt With Double-Tiered Hem
- Glitter Lace Composition I Fully Lined
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8507
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $22.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Flirty Feels High-Low Dress
Leave a flirty impression in this adorable flowy high-low dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps with a cross design in the back, a V neckline, seam detailing, a fitted bodice, and a skater skirt with a high-low hemline. The teal hued dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8493
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $17.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Loved In Lace Mini Dress
You'll for sure fall head over heels in love with this mesh and lace mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a deep V neckline with a padded bust, an exposed back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, flattering, form hugging fit. The natural dress includes a mesh waist, a full knit lining, and crochet lace appliques adorned all over for a beautiful touch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8491
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $20.97 $52.90
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Floral Feels Skater Dress
Get all the floral feels with this gorgeous printed skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a sheer lace back with an exposed gold zipper closure, a back cut out, and a flowy high low hem. The navy blue dress is composed of a scuba fabric with moderate stretch.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8471
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Ready And Ruffled Midi Dress
She's ready to work it. Cause a commotion in this midi dress!
Fits & Features
- Elastic Off Shoulder Neckline
- Ruffled Popover Detail
- Form Hugging Silhouette
- Midi Length Ruffled Trumpet Hemline
- Fully Lined & Composed Of Crepe Fabric
- Moderate Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8114
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Faux-Ever Yours Mini Dress
This faux fur dress was forever made to be yours! It features an off the shoulder neckline with a faux fur overlay, long sleeves, and a short, fitted look. The black dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers plenty of stretch, a flattering, form hugging fit, and includes a knit lining.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8374
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $15.97 $37.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Total Twirl Glitter Skater Dress
Go ahead and take this dress for a spin! This flirty skater style is made for stealing the spotlight wherever you go. The glitzy dress features a flattering off the shoulder neckline, a twirly high low skater-styled silhouette, and an-all over glitter composition. Complete your glamourous outfit with gleaming rhinestone earrings and metallic heels for head to toe shine.
Fits & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline
- Gently pleated skater skirt
- Hi-low hem
- Woven knit composition
- Glitter embellishment throughout
- Moderate stretch
- Zipper not included
Plum Dress: Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Lavender Dress: Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Black Dress: Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Burgundy Dress: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0023
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $15.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Ravishing Lace Bodycon Dress
You'll look ravishing in red in this fiery lace bodycon dress!
Fits & Features
- Deep V Neckline With Scalloped Lace Trim
- Padded Bust
- Adjustable Shoulder Straps
- Seamlessly Slim Fit
- Lined Lace Fabric
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 22.5" waist and 34.5 hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8266
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Pretty And Picturesque Skater Dress
Hello gorgeous! You'll look pretty and picturesque in this floral printed skater dress! It features an off the shoulder sweetheart neckline, short sleeves, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. The mauve dress is composed of a knit fabric with moderate stretch and a fitted and flowy fit.Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8221
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $36.90
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Passionate About Florals Maxi Dress
Show your passion for pretty florals in this captivating maxi dress! It features a navy blue hued smocked bodice with a sweetheart neckline and leads to a sweeping maxi length silhouette. The skirt features a head turning floral print with coral and blue hues that contrast with the ivory hued background. Dress is composed of a combination smock and chiffon knit fabric that offers a relaxed fit.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8178
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Pearl Finish Lace Skater Dress
You'll be shining bright in this lace skater dress! It has a plunging neckline with padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps that create an X back, an exposed back zipper closure, and an A-line skirt. Skater dress has a full lining and is composed of a lace fabric that gives a pearl-like finish and has little to no stretch.Model is 5'7" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-7955
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Babe In A Backless Skater Dress
Check you out, babe! Turn heads in this skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a round neckline, an open back with strappy details, a high waist seam, and a short A-line skirt. Dress is composed of an unlined ponte fabric with a moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8013
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Bodycon Dress
Lace your look with hints of glamour!
Fits & Features
- Scalloped V Neckline
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Small Front Slit
- Fully Lined Mesh Composition With Lace Embroidery
- Exposed Back Zipper Closure
Model is 5'9 with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-7444
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $37.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Painted In Florals Midi Dress
Radiate a romantic aura in soft water colored florals! This midi length dress has an off the shoulder neckline with an elastic hem and short sleeves. Paint yourself in the gorgeous blue and mauve colored blossoms that are complimented with green foliage. Dress is composed of a soft the touch sturdy knit fabric that offers a curve hugging fit 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: 05101-7384
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitter Dreams Mini Dress
Dream big or go home! This cute little black dress has its head in the clouds with a structured V neckline, narrow shoulder straps, a cutout back and a flattering slim fit composed of a sparkling knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes exposed zipper.Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-6837
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $34.90
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Sweet Day Dress
This dress has some class and a whole lot of sass! This darling black dress features a sweetheart neckline with padded cups, wide off the shoulder straps, a hidden back zipper with a hook closure for a seamless appearance and a secure fit. Skater skirt adds some extra flare with layers of tulle. Dress is composed of a lace fabric with a moderate stretch and includes a full lining.Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-6453
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $52.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruffle My Feathers Mini Dress
Channel effortless warm-weather style in this fun, flirty dusty pink mini dress. Dress has thick straps, a sweetheart neckline with a small V, side smocking, a hook-and-eye zip closure, and a flared hem. Dress is made from a linen-like fabric with generous stretch at sides.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0090
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Nights In Satin Flare Midi Dress
Channel your inner siren in this slinky-elegant midi dress. Best paired with a seamless body-shaper for a sleek and flawless finish.
Fits & Features
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Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Back Zip Closure
- Cowl Neckline
- Slightly Flared Hem
- Unlined, Satin-Like Fabric
- Minimal Stretch
Light Gold: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Navy & Rust: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0341
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
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Ruched And Ruffled Satin Mini Dress
This black mini dress is all about those sexy but girly vibes! It features a deep V neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a square back, a wrap front with a row of buttons on the side, and an asymmetrical hem with a ruffle trim. Dress has a body-hugging fit and is composed of a satin knit fabric with 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: 05101-0057
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Sweetly Chic Midi Dress
Have a sweetly chic look with this gray houndstooth print midi dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, a front slit with a drawstring, and an asymmetrical hem. The dress is composed of a sheer lightweight woven fabric with a short white knit lining.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0040
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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The Lace LBD
Give your LBD a tease of lace to elevate your look! This black mini dress features a plunging V neckline, a lined lace bodice with scalloped trim and a curve hugging mini length. Dress is composed of a curve hugging crepe fabric that offers 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: 05101-0060
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $13.97 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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