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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Maryanne Beaded Tulle Ball Gown
Special OccasionMake an everlasting impression as you radiate beauty in our charming Maryanne pink dress! She features a partially lined bodice, a V neckline with plunging mesh inset, lined padded cups, tank-like straps and a plunging back. Her bodice is adorned with sparkling heat stones and a gold hued baroque-inspired applique design. Her slim fit bodice leads to a voluminous ball gown silhouette that is a accented with sparkling heat stones and complemented with a dramatic train. She is composed of a lined tulle fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0465
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $259.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tia Formal Open Back Dress
Special OccasionElevate your evening look in our sophisticated Tia black dress! She features a V neckline with unlined mesh inset, padded cups, cap sleeves, a contrasting nude hued mesh lining and floral appliques throughout. Her back is sheer and features a lower back keyhole. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating double lined floor length silhouette. Dress is composed a combination smooth knit and mesh fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a hidden lower back zipper closure with ruched detail.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0449
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $224.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Aurelia Formal Satin Lattice Dress
Special OccasionSashay into the room with confidence as you captivate in our Aurelia dress! She features a rich red color, a scoop neckline, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to lattice back. Her empire waist accent leads to a floor length silhouette accented with a high slit. Dress is composed of a lined satin-like fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0438
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $78.97 $209.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Harper Formal Satin Ball Gown
Special Occasion
Enchant in our Harper dress as you make a captivating entrance that will make you feel like you're living out a dreamy evening! Our Harper dress features a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline with a racer bust, built-in boning, padded cups, and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to a voluminous ball gown silhouette accented with hidden side pockets, pleating detailing, and a petticoat. The dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a hidden back zipper closure. Complete your formal outfit with glitter heels and rhinestone bobby pins to adorn tresses with.Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline with racer bust
- Built-in boning and padded cups
- Princess seams
- Hidden side pockets
- Ball gown silhouette
- Lined satin fabric
- Relaxed fit, minimal stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0441
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $239.50
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sara Formal Beaded Perfection Dress
Special OccasionFlaunt your flawless beauty in our captivating Sara dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, padded cups and criss crossing straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette accented with plenty of flare and tulle panels to create a twirl worthy moment! Her all over beaded detailing is set in a baroque inspired design. Dress offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes a side zipper closure.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0464
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $99.97 $299.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Maddie Formal Embellished Halter Ball Gown
Special OccasionMake your evening a magical one in our enchanting Maddie! She features a plunging halter neck with an unlined mesh inset, a double row hook closure at the nape of the neck, padded cups, wide straps and a bold open back. Her bodice features a floral applique design and sparkling heat stones. Her voluminous ball gown silhouette is accented with hidden side pockets and a petticoat. Dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch.
Model is 5'7" with 30" bust, 22" waist and 33" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0457
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $209.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jules Formal Beaded Halter Dress
Special OccasionKeep it beautifully beaded in our charming Jules navy dress! She features a plunging halter neck, padded cups and sexy waist cut outs. She features a plunging open back that leads to a lower back zipper closure. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette with a flared hem. She is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that is adorned with multifaceted beads throughout. Dress offers a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0461
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $279.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Joanne Floral Satin Ball Gown
Special OccasionOwn the night in luxe satin as you bloom in our charming Joanne black dress! She features a strapless sweetheart neckline, padded cups, a no slip strip, built in boning and a corset back with lattice ties. Her bodice is adorned with a floral applique design complemented with sparkling heat stones that leads to a dramatic ball gown silhouette accented with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a lined satin-like fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes petticoat and hidden lower back zipper closure.
Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0458
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $229.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alisha High Slit Ball Gown
Special OccasionShine and radiate your glowing beauty from the inside out in our Alisha yellow dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a partially lined bodice with lined cups and tank-like straps. Her bodice is embellished with rhinestones and gemstones to dazzle! Her slim fit bodice leads to a voluminous ball gown silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a combination mesh and knit fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0455
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $81.97 $219.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Mary-Kate Satin Ball Gown
Special OccasionLive out your dreams in our whimsical Mary-Kate dress to make a twirl worthy statement! She features a vibrant red hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline with padded cups, princess seams and narrow shoulder straps. Her empire waist leads to a voluminous ball gown silhouette that is accented with hidden side pockets and a petticoat. Dress is composed of a lined textured satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Royal: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size 2.
Red: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size 2.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0452
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $93.97 $249.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jasmine Embellished Satin Mermaid Dress
Special OccasionOur Jasmine dress is lovely dream true that is fitting for your fairytale ending! She features a lovely blush pink color, a halter neck with rhinestone embellished criss crossing straps, padded cups and flattering princess seams. Her back features an open design and leads to a long dramatic train to make a princess-worthy entrance! Her relaxed fit bodice leads to sweeping mermaid silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined textured satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes a side zipper closure.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0434
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $289.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Iya Beaded High Slit Dress
Special OccasionIya sparkles like the night sky! She features a sleeveless bodice with a deep V neckline, narrow shoulder straps that lead to a racer back and a hidden zip up closure, a sheer back paired with a lined front, and intricate beading that ends at a sheer waist panel. Floor-length skirt has a slim fit with a slight flare at the hem, a high front leg slit, and a contrast interior lining.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0448
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $219.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marianne Tulle Glitter Ball Gown
Special OccasionLayer yourself in our dreamy Marianne burgundy dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, padded cups, wide overlapping pleated straps across the bodice and adjustable narrow straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a dramatically layered tulle ball gown silhouette with wide banded hem and glitter accents throughout. Dress is composed of lined tulle fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'7" with 30" bust, 22" waist and 33" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0013
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $131.97 $249.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Amina Formal High Slit Chiffon Dress
Special OccasionFlatter and shine in the ever so charming Amina dress! She features a navy blue color, a plunging V neckline with a unlined mesh inset, wide tank-like straps and lined padded cups. Her bodice is partially lined with piping accents, floral appliques and sparkling heat stones. Her open back reveals a bar strap accent with a triple-row fish hook closure and leads to a hidden lower back zipper. Her elongating floor length silhouette is accented with a high side slit to reveal glam heels! Dress is composed of a mesh and lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch.
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: 05005-0436
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $74.97 $209.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kari Strapless Beaded Tulle Dress
Special OccasionRadiate and glow from within as you dazzle in our dreamy Kari dress! She features a strapless sweetheart neckline, a non slip strip, padded cups for support and a slim fit bodice that leads to a trumpet silhouette with sheer tulle panels. Her all over beaded design features aquamarine sequins, pearl accents and large gemstones. Dress is composed of a beige hued lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0432
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $109.97 $299.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Beatrice Formal High Slit Chiffon Dress
Special OccasionDazzle like a dream in the head turning Beatrice dress! She features a partially lined bodice with a plunging V neckline with scalloped lace trim, lined cups, tank-like straps and a matching plunging back. Her bodice is adorned with sparkling heat stones set in a baroque-inspired design and leads to a flowy blush pink chiffon maxi silhouette with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a combination mesh, knit and chiffon fabrics that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0428
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $109.97 $299.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ryleigh Floral Satin Ball Gown
Special OccasionRomance in florals as you create a beautiful moment in our Ryleigh dress! She features a royal blue color, a square neckline with a racer bust, padded cups and narrow straps. Her bodice features a gorgeous gold hued floral applique design with twinkling heat stones and leads to a voluminous ball gown skirt accented with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a textured satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a petticoat, knit lining and back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0425
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $93.97 $269.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Francine Formal Beaded Chiffon Dress
Special OccasionBring the luxe in our breathtaking Francine gray dress! She features a V neckline, padded cups, sheer cold shoulder straps and tank-like straps. Her slim fit bodice is adorned with a Gatsby-inspired beaded design with shimmering sequins and leads to a sweeping floor length floor length silhouette with godet panels. Dress is composed of a sheer lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a hidden back zipper closure.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0426
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $219.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Elliana Metallic Marvel Formal Dress
Special OccasionMake a marvelous entrance in our dazzling Elliana plum dress! She features a partially unlined sleeveless bodice, a high round neckline, a sweetheart lining, padded cups and a metallic gold floral applique design adorned with clear rhinestones. Her back is unlined with a matching applique pattern. Her slim fit bodice leads to a floor length flared silhouette accented with vertical seams to create a body-con like effect. Dress is composed of a combination mesh and crepe fabric that offers a relaxed fit with slight stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0392
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $279.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shauna Beaded Tulle Ball Gown
Special OccasionTwirl under the stars as you glow in our breathtaking Shauna dress! She features a dreamy light blue color, a high round neckline with an unlined mesh inset, padded cups and a sheer partially lined bodice. Her bodice is adorned with gleaming rhinestones and gemstones for plenty of shine. Her voluminous ball gown silhouette features a sheer tulle overly and a petticoat. Dress is composed of combination mesh, tulle and smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0430
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $109.97 $299.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jeanette Formal Velvet Applique Dress
Special OccasionDraw all eyes on you in our timelessly captivating Jeanette black dress! She features a sleeveless golden hued bodice with a high round neckline, a small keyhole, padded cups and a gorgeous baroque patterned applique lace with twinkling rhinestone accents. Her slim fit bodice leads to a form flattering floor length black velvet silhouette that creates an hour glass illusion. Dress offers a moderate stretch and includes a hidden back zipper closure with a fish hook clasp.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size smallSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0396
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $74.94 $239.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dahlia Sweetheart Satin Ball Gown
Special OccasionSave the last dance in style, as you sway under the stars in our dreamy Dahlia dress! She features a vibrant color, a sweetheart neckline with a built in no slip strip, supportive padded cups and princess seams. Her slim fit waist features hidden side pockets, pleating details and a voluminous ball gown skirt. Dahlia is composed of a textured satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes knit lining, petticoat and back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05005-0381
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $126.97 $239.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Jeanette Starry Night Ball Gown
Special OccasionLight up the night like a twinkling star under an enchanted sky! Jeanette features a black hue, a halter neck with a racer bust and an open back. The slim fit bodice leads to a voluminous ball gown silhouette accented with a petticoat to bring the drama! Her all over tulle fabric is adorned with speckles of shimmering dotted sequin accents throughout! Dress is composed of a lined tulle fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 33" 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: 05004-0553
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $36.97 $99.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Shelby Floral Satin Ball Gown
Special OccasionShine under the stars in our enchanting Shelby dress! She features a navy blue hue, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups adjustable narrow straps and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to a dramatic ball gown silhouette that is accented with pleating details and hidden side pockets. She is composed of a satin fabric that features a charming pink hued floral print pattern and green foliage. Dress is composed of a textured satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Garment is fully lined and includes a petticoat.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05004-0551
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $49.97 $139.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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