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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Clara Formal Glitter Knot Dress
Special OccasionStun in gleaming glitter as you create a twirl worthy moment in our Clara dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline and narrow straps that lead to a bold open back with a ruffled accent. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that showcases curves in all the right places. She is composed of a glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Glitter may transfer.
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: 05002-6759
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $30.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Evelina Plunging Formal Satin Dress
Special OccasionTake a plunge into the evening with sultry elegance. Our emerald green Evelina dress features a wrap bodice with a plunging neckline, narrow shoulder straps that cross at the back, a low scoop back, and a fitted silhouette that slightly flares at the hem. Evelina is composed of a satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with slight stretch.
Model is 5'6.5 with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6797
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Delaney Formal Sleeveless Sequin Dress
Special OccasionSet off the night in sparkles! Delaney features a V neckline, princess seams, narrow adjustable straps, and a hidden back zipper closure. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette to make a grand entrance in. Her all over dazzling sequins are set in a baroque-inspired design. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a minimal stretch.
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: 05002-6775
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $31.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Leann Formal High Slit Glitter Dress
Special Occasion
Shine for those special moments in our twinkling Leann dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a wrap V-neckline, and narrow cross straps. Her slim-fit bodice leads to a curve-hugging floor-length silhouette accented with a ruched side seam and a high side slit. The dress is composed of a glitter knit fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels and a satin clutch.Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, V-neckline, spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Criss-cross back
- Ruching, high side slit, slim-fit silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Saturation of glitter varies and may transfer
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1536
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Leanna My Sunshine Floral Dress
Special OccasionLeanna simply radiates and you'll be the light at your next special occasion! She features a plunging neckline, adjustable narrow straps that create an X back, pleating in the bodice, and a high waist band. Skirt has a flowy, A-line silhouette for an ethereal and romantic look. Leanna has a knit short skirt lining and is comopsed of a semi-sheer floral chiffon fabric with no stretch. She includes an exposed back zipper closure.
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: 05002-6769
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ashley Formal Satin Knot Dress
Special OccasionRadiate elegance as you captivate in our ever charming Ashley dress! She features a navy blue hue, a plunging V neckline with a knot accent and adjustable narrow straps that lead to a cross back design. Her slim fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length mermaid silhouette with a high front slit. Dress is composed of a lined stretchy satin 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: 05002-6738
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Tati Formal Satin Wrap Dress
Special OccasionWrap yourself in elegance as you make your entrance in our captivating Tati dress! She features a rich burgundy hue, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wrap V neckline, narrow shoulder straps and a floor length silhouette with a wowing high side slit. Dress is composed of stretchy satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size smallSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6750
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Hailey Satin A-Line Formal Dress
Captivate them all and be a complete stunner in our luxe satin Hailey dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a deep V neckline, and double spaghetti straps that lead to a lace up back detail. Her high waist seam leads to a flowing A-line floor length skirt with side pocket detailing. The navy blue dress is composed of a smooth satin-like fabric with a beautiful sheen.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6737
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Angeline Formal High Slit Dress
Special OccasionMake an entrance for the ages in our captivating Angeline dress! She features a sweetheart neckline, a built in no slip strip and off the shoulder strap accents. The slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette with an asymmetrical high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
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: 05002-6735
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Celine Formal Wrap Satin Dress
Special OccasionWrap yourself in elegance as you make a head turning entrance in Celine dress! She features a black hued bodice with a scoop neckline, an unlined mesh inset, padded cups and narrow straps that cross at the back. Her slim fit bodice leads to a gold hued satin wrap skirt that is accented with a high side slit and hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a combination satin and lined crepe fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a hidden back 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: 05002-6713
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $154.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Evangeline Formal Glitter Knot Dress
Special OccasionTake the plunge in the spotlight as you make a glam entrance in our elegant Evangeline dress! She features a plunging V neckline with a knotted bodice, fitted long sleeves and a floor length A-line silhouette accented with a high side slit. She is composed of a glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Glitter may transfer.
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: 05002-6732
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Denise Formal Plunging Ruched Dress
Special OccasionTake the plunge as you make a stunning statement in the captivating Denise dress! She features a chic black color, a plunging V neckline and fitted long sleeves. Her lined bodice features ruching detailing that runs along the center and leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette that is accented with a high center slit. Dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. includes mini skirt length knit lining.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6721
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jacqueline Formal Open Back Satin Dress
Special OccasionMake a radiating entrance in our ravishing Jacqueline dress! She features a rich burgundy hue, a plunging V neckline, wide shoulder straps and princess seams. Her back features an open design and a closure at the nape of the neck. Her slim fit bodice leads a back zipper closure and a sweeping floor length silhouette accented with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a stretchy satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
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: 05002-6715
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Adelynn Plunging Asymmetrical Formal Dress
Special OccasionTake the plunge as you make a statement in our bold Adelynn dress! She features a burgundy hue, a plunging V neck, a ruched side seam on the left and an asymmetrical high slit complemented with a mini skirt length lining. Dress is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5''8" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6720
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Aubrie Formal Open Back Dress
Special OccasionReflect beauty and elegance in our breath taking Aubrie black dress! She features a V neckline, cap sleeves and a sexy open back with a single button closure. Her slim fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette with flared hem. Dress is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate 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: 05002-6725
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Viv Formal Open Back Dress
Special OccasionTake the plunge in our head turning Viv burgundy dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, fitted long sleeves and a bold open back to show off plenty of skin! Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mermaid silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6718
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $20.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marietta Lace Fit & Flare Dress
Special OccasionAn elegant, blushing beauty takes form in our mauve Marietta fit and flare dress! She features a slim lace bodice with a scalloped V neckline, adjustable narrow shoulder straps, and a high banded waist leading to a floor-length crepe skirt with a back lace godet, and a beautifully flared hem. Dress offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'6.5 with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6727
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $20.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Irina Formal High Slit Velvet Dress
Special OccasionStrike a pose in luxe velvet as you make your alluring entrance in our Irina dress! She features a rich royal blue color, a plunging V neckline, fitted long sleeves and a cinching oversized tie waist belt. 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 velvet fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6711
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alondra Formal Lace Halter Dress
Special OccasionRadiate elegance in the ever gorgeous Alondra black dress! She features a partially lined halter neck with lined padded cups, an embroidered baroque design, a small keyhole, adjustable narrow straps and dazzling heat stones. Her slim fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a combination mesh and smooth knit 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 small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6709
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $199.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Allison Satin Ruched Formal Dress
Special OccasionStun and make a grand entrance in our gorgeous Allison dress! She features a deep V neckline, long fitted sleeves, center front ruched detailing to provide a flattering hourglass effect, and an exposed back zipper closure. Her floor length skirt has a sexy front slit to show some leg. The burgundy dress is composed of a smooth satin-like fabric that offers moderate stretch and an overall curve hugging fit.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6695
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sienna Formal One Shoulder Dress
Special OccasionElevate your look in our alluring Sienna black dress! She features a one shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve and a plunging V back. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. She is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'8 with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6696
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Nathalie Ruched Satin Dress
Special OccasionOur navy blue Nathalie dress shows off your figure the right way. She features an off the shoulder neckline with a cross front detail at the bust, an exposed back zipper closure, ruched details throughout, and a flattering fit-and-flare skirt that gives an hourglass silhouette. Nathalie is composed of a stretchy satin fabric.
Model is 5'6.5 with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6698
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Selena Formal One Shoulder Ruched Dress
Special OccasionStun with a little shoulder action as you channel sophistication in our Selena dress! She features a classic black hue, a one shoulder neckline with a single shoulder strap and a ruched side detail. Her slim fit bodice leads to an asymmetrical hem to show off your fab heel game! Dress is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6702
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marianne Pleated Sweetheart Dress
Special OccasionOur Marianne dress brings sweet and sophisticated to your next social event. She features a strapless deep sweetheart neckline with boning detail, a straight back with exposed zipper closure, a wrap bodice with pleated details that flatter any body type, and a slim, floor-length skirt with a high side leg slit. Marianne is composed of a stretchy mauve crepe fabric.
Model is 5'6.5 with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6688
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free