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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.

  • Bailey Strappy Formal Crepe Dress
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    Our Bailey dress is so full of finesse! She's got chic simplicity with a deep V neckline, padded cups, narrow shoulder straps that leads to a strappy V back, a hidden back zipper closure, a high side leg slit, and a slim fit throughout. Bailey is composed of a stretchy crepe fabric. 

    Model is 5'8 with a 32" bust, 23" waist, and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6681

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $39.90

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  • Addilyn Formal Asymmetrical Wrap Dress
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    Create a head turning moment in our gorgeous Addilyn black dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline with a sweetheart bust, a fold over accent and a fitted long sleeve. Her relaxed fit bodice features a ruched detailing along the left seam and leads to an asymmetrical silhouette. Dress is composed of a black hued smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6692

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $20.97 $54.90

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  • Kimora Formal Off The Shoulder Dress
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    Make an entrance that they will never forget in our breathtaking Kimora dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a wired V neck inset and fitted long sleeves. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette to grace each step. She is composed of a plum hued smooth knit fabric with a metallic-like sheen that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a thin knit lining and a hidden back zipper closure. 

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6663

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $74.90

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  • Brooklyn Formal Glitter Dress
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    Radiate a glitzy glamorous look in our attention garnering Brooklyn dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline with a fold over accent and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette to grace the room with. She is composed of glitter knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Glitter will transfer.

    Gray, Sage and Rose: Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small

    Hunter: Model is 5'9.5" with a 34" bust, 23.5" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Black: Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6656

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $64.90

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  • Deanna Formal Sleeveless Mermaid Dress
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    Bring the glamour in our unforgettable Deanna dress! She features a red hue, a sleeveless straight neckline, padded cups, a built in no slip strip, princess seams and a floor length mermaid silhouette accented with a high side slit. Her back features a lattice accent with small metal d-rings. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with 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: 05002-6676

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $54.90

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  • Kamila Formal Open Back Dress
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    Make a chic statement as you radiate elegance in our unforgettable Kamila black dress! She features a mock neck, fitted long sleeves, an asymmetrical keyhole at the bust and a plunging keyhole at the back. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a tricot fabric that offers a form hugging fit with slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6666

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $74.90

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  • Selene Formal Ruched Velvet Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Channel Hollywood glam as you make a breathtaking entrance in our Selene royal blue dress! She features a V neckline, long sleeves, princess seams and a ruched detailing along the left side. Her slim 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. 

    Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6664

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $44.90

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  • Kynlee Formal High Slit Beaded Dress
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    Draw all eyes on you from the moment you enter the room in the breathtaking Kynlee black dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline and narrow shoulder straps that lead to a caged back design. Her slim fit bodice features an unlined mesh inset adored with a triple row beaded accent that leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. includes a mini skirt length knit lining.

    Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6649

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $64.90

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  • Viviana Formal Velvet Open Back Dress
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    Make a head turning entrance in our luxe Viviana dress! She features a rich burgundy hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, princess seams and narrow straps that lead to a cross back design with a bold open back. Her slim fit bodice leads into a flared floor length silhouette that is accented with vertical seams to create a flattering hour glass illusion. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a lower back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6662

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $59.90

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  • Camille Formal High Slit Glitter Dress
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    Make it a gleaming glitzy affair in our glowing Camille dress! She features an all over silver hue, an off the shoulder neckline, a wired sweetheart bust, padded cups, princess seams and short sleeves. Her slim fit bodice leads to a floor length silhouette accented with a high side slit. She is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with floral lace and glitter details. Dress offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with a fish hook clasp. Glitter will transfer.

    Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6672

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $32.97 $89.90

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  • Emery Formal Mermaid Dress
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    Create a moment to look back on in our charming Emery dress! She features a mauve hue, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, wide shoulder straps that lead to a cross back design. Her slim fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length skirt with godet accents. 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.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6652

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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  • Mariana Formal Velvet High Slit Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Stun and captivate with luxe velvet! Mariana features an all over rich burgundy hue, an off the shoulder neckline, a plunging wrap V bust, fitted long sleeves and a ruched detailing on one side. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a dramatic high 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: 05002-6668

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $54.90

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  • Camille Formal Velvet Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Channel your inner A-Lister as you make an entrance in our stunning Camille dress! She features a chic black color, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups, princess seams and a double row of adjustable narrow straps that lead to an open back design. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette with a wide banded hemline. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a moderate stretch.

    Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6632

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $31.97 $89.90

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  • Bianca Woman Of The Hourglass Dress
    Special Occasion

    Showcase curves in our mystifying Bianca color block black dress! She features a strapless sweetheart neckline and padded cups. Her natural hued color block stripes run along her sides to create a flattering hourglass silhouette to create a va va voom illusion effect! She is composed of a lined glitter mesh dress that offers a moderate stretch.

    Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
     

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6648

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $24.97 $69.90

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  • Tami Formal Wrap Chiffon Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Wrap yourself in elegance as you make an entrance in our captivating Tami dress! She features a hunter hue, a plunging wrap V neckline with pleated detailing, a double row of narrow straps and a narrow tie waist belt. Her slim fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length A-line silhouette accented with a high slit. Dress is composed of a lined chiffon fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal 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: 05002-6643

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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  • Becca Formal High Slit Sequin Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Keep it glam in our wowing Becca dress! She features a rose gold color, an off the shoulder neckline with a built in no slip strip, fitted long sleeves and a floor length silhouette accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with sparkling sequins throughout! Dress offers a form hugging fit with a 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: 05002-6653

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $40.97 $89.90

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  • Diana Formal Satin Halter Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Radiate elegance and grace in our timelessly breath taking Diana dress! She features an ivory hue, a sleeveless bodice, a halter neck and a plunging wrap V bust. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length wrap skirt to make a lovely entrance. Dress is composed of a double lined stretchy satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight 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: 05002-6641

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $109.90

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  • Paulina Formal High Slit Sequin Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Make a dazzling entrance as you enter the room in our Paulina dress! She features a burgundy hue, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging sweetheart neckline with a wired V inset and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length skirt with a high side slit.  Her all over sequin pattern features a regal scroll print pattern. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight 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: 05002-6630

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $74.90

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  • Elena Ruched Satin Gown
    Special Occasion

    Channel old Hollywood screen sirens and shine in this elegant berry-red gown. Dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline, trumpet-style skirt, and back zip with ruching detail. Dress is lined and made from a satin-style fabric with generous 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: 05002-6639

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $69.90

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  • Tessa Formal Halter Chiffon Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Make an entrance they'll never forget in our enchanting Tessa dress! She features a mauve hue, a halter neck strap, a sweetheart padded bust, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and an elongating floor length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined chiffon fabric that offers a curve hugging fit.

    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: 05002-6640

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $54.90

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  • Quinn Perfectly Fitted Formal Dress
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    Quinn shows the beauty is simplicity. She's still stunning and sexy with a cowl neckline, adjustable shoulder straps that cross at the back, a low scoop back with an exposed zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a floor length skirt with a flared hem that creates a gorgeous body-hugging silhouette. Quinn is composed of a stretchy, smooth knit fabric. 

    Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
     

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6625

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

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  • Cara Formal Sweetheart Sequin Dress
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    Sparkle and dazzle in our glimmering Cara dress! She features a turquoise hue, a sleeveless bodice, an off the shoulder neckline with shoulder strap accents, a wired sweetheart neckline with padded cups and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length mermaid silhouette that hugs curves in all the right places! Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with glitzy sequins! Dress offers a form hugging fit with 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: 05002-6620

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $31.97 $89.90

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  • Cara Formal Sweetheart Sequin Dress
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    Sparkle and dazzle in our glimmering Cara dress! She features a navy hue, a sleeveless bodice, an off the shoulder neckline with shoulder strap accents, a wired sweetheart neckline with padded cups and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length mermaid silhouette that hugs curves in all the right places! Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with glitzy sequins! Dress offers a form hugging fit with 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: 05002-6621

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $31.97 $89.90

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  • Payton Formal Sleeveless Sequin Dress
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    Set the right tone for the night in sparkling sequins! Payton features a sleeveless bodice, a high round neckline with racer bust and an open back with wide cross straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette. Her all over silver hued sequins are set in a scroll-inspired design. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a lower back zipper closure.

    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: 05002-6613

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $36.97 $99.90

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