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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.

  • Gabby Reign In Rhinestone Satin Dress
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    Reign the night like the queen you are in our elegant Gabby dress! She features a bold red color, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, a double row of rhinestone embellished cross straps that adorn her open back design and a high slit. Dress is composed of a lined stretchy satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.

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

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6615

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $64.90

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  • Aspyn Formal Sleeveless Sequin Dress
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    Stay stunning in sequins as you make your entrance in our glam Aspyn hunter dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a high round neckline with a racer bust and a bold open back design. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette with a flared hem. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with sparkling sequins! Garment offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

     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: 05002-6612

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $36.97 $99.90

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  • Callie Formal Chevron Sequin Dress
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    Reflect glamour and elegance in our captivating Callie dress! She features a mint green hue, a sleeveless bodice, a high round neckline and a small keyhole at the back with a single button closure at the nape of the neck. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette. Her all over sequins are set in a trendy chevron stripe pattern to create a chic look! Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch.

    Model is 5'9" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 35.5 hips. She is wearing a size small. 

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6614

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $79.90

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  • Christina Lurex High Slit Dress
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    Shimmer and glow in our enchanting Christina dress! She features a light blue color, a halter neckline with neck tie straps, a racer bust, a small keyhole and a ruched empire waist accent. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined glitter lurex fabric that offers a from 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.
     

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6611

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $36.97 $99.90

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  • Iris One Shoulder Draped Velvet Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Drape yourself in luxe velvet to channel timeless glam for your evening! Iris features a stunning hunter green hue, a one shoulder neckline with a draped shoulder strap, a sweetheart bust with a padded cup. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit to show off a hint of leg. She is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6599

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $22.97 $64.90

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  • Kim Formal Floral Lace Dress
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    Create a sultry impression as you captivate them all in our diva-worthy Kim dress! She features a sleek black hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline with scalloped lace trim and narrow straps that lead to a lattice back design. Her waist features a satin-like waist band accent and leads to a sweeping floor length silhouette accented with a high side slit. Her all over floral lace body is complemented with nude knit lining to create a gorgeous two-tone detail. Dress offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6616

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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  • Ariella Take A Bow Formal Dress

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    You'll be ready for the encore in the ever charming Ariella dress! She features a partially sheer laced bodice, a high round neckline, a sweetheart bust lining, fitted unlined long sleeves, a bold open back that leads to a charming accent with ruffled detail. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a combination of crepe and lace 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.

     

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6609

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

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  • Maya Formal One Shoulder Dress
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    Dare to bare in our bold Maya dress! She features a classic black hue, a one shoulder neckline, an open back and an adjustable asymmetrical shoulder strap. Her open back is accented with a lovely twisted knot detail that rests on the lower back for a gorgeous detail! Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette. She is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch.

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

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6607

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

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  • Kylie Formal High Low Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Raise the bar in our simply breath taking Kylie black dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline and narrow straps that lead to an unlined floral lace panel. Her slim fit bodice leads to dramatic high low silhouette with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a lined taffeta fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a petticoat and back zipper closure.

    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: 05002-6601

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $25.97 $69.90

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  • Chrissy Formal Open Back Dress
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    Make it a moment to remember in the spotlight as you sparkle in our Chrissy gray dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a scoop neckline with padded cups and narrow straps that lead to a sexy open back with lattice design. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with sequins throughout. Dress 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.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6593

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $69.97 $209.90

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  • Marlee Formal Lace Mermaid Dress
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    Stun them all in classic black! Marlee features a sleeveless lace bodice, a plunging V neckline with a scalloped lace trim and a beige hued lining to create a gorgeous two-tone effect. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mermaid silhouette accented with vertical seams to showcase curves. Dress is composed of a combination lace and 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.
     

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6600

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $84.90

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  • Ali Formal Sequin Scroll Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Elevate your look in sparkling sequins! Ali brings the elegance with a halter neck with racer bust, a bold open back and a form hugging floor length silhouette with a sexy high slit. She is composed of a black hued lined mesh fabric adorned with shimmering golden hued sequins set in a scroll print pattern. Dress offers a slight stretch and includes a lower back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
     

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6589

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $69.90

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  • Desiree Satin Sweetheart Ruffle Dress
    Special Occasion

    Desiree is sexy with all the right details. She features a strapless sweetheart neckline, padded cups, a no slip strip, built in boning, a straight back with a hidden zip up closure, princess seams, and a high waist seam. Her body-hugging floor length skirt has vertical ruffles down the front and the back, and has a slight flare at the them. Desiree is composed of a stretchy, black satin knit fabric.

    Model is 5'9 with a 32" bust, 23" waist, and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6586

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $79.90

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  • Lilia Multi Strap Sequin Formal Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Leave them breathless in our stunning black Lilia dress! She features a sweetheart neckline with double spaghetti straps that lead to a breathtaking multi strap back, padded cups and a floor length sheath silhouette. Her fabric is a fully lined sequin embellished mesh. Includes back zipper closure. 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: 05002-6590

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $99.90

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  • Helene Formal Strapless Ruffle Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Stun and make them watch you in awe the moment you enter the room! Our Helene red dress features an asymmetrical strapless neckline with padded cups, built in boning and a slim fit bodice that leads to a curve hugging silhouette with a daring high slit! Her back features a gorgeous ruffle accent and a gold hued zipper closure. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers 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: 05002-6592

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $199.90

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  • Ivy Formal Heat Stone Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Sparkle and shine in our statement making Ivy dress! She features a navy blue color, a plunging V neckline, a double row of narrow straps and mesh panels with heat stones on the waist. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length mermaid silhouette that brings plenty of flair! Her back features a godet accent adorned with glam heat stones! 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.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6588

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $84.90

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  • Raina Formal Crochet Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Stun in lace as you make a memorable entrance in our Raina dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging padded V neckline and narrow straps. Her back features an open back design with double row bar strap accents and a back zipper and hook and eye closure. Her slim fit bodice leads to a floor length silhouette with a sheer skirt and high side slit. Dress is composed of a floral crochet and 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

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6579

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $31.97 $69.90

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  • Aileen Formal Mermaid Dress
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    Captivate and create an unforgettable moment in the vibrant Aileen dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust, padded cups and a bandage-style overlapping band accent. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mermaid silhouette. Dress is composed of a scuba knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.

    Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6582

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $20.97 $59.90

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  • Jena Formal Sequin High Slit Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Shimmer and glow through the night in our sparkling Jena dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a high round neckline with a large keyhole at the bust and a daring open back with lattice design. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with sequins 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: 05002-6575

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $14.97 $79.90

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  • Vicky Plunging V Formal Dress
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    Show off your curves in our seductive Vicky formal dress! She is simple but powerful with a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups, an intricate strappy back, a high front slit, and a form hugging mermaid silhouette. Her lined mauve crepe fabric offers moderate stretch.

    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: 05002-6578

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $54.90

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  • Thea Formal Floral Satin Dress
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    Highlight your beauty with our naturally-inspired Thea dress! She features a royal blue hue, a strapless neckline with a built in no slip strip, a sweetheart bust and padded cups. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging trumpet silhouette accented with vertical seams to create a hourglass illusion and a flared hem. The all over floral print features vibrant pink hues with green foliage. Dress is composed of a textured satin fabric that offers a slight stretch. Includes knit lining and petticoat.

    Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6558

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $119.90

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  • Esme Formal Floral Trumpet Dress
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    Let your beauty bloom in florals! Esme features a black hued bodice with a plunging V neckline, adjustable narrow straps and unlined mesh waist insets. Her floor length trumpet silhouette features a gorgeous floral print with pink and white hues. Dress is composed of a combination mesh and satin 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.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6569

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $124.90

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  • Amber Formal Floral Wrap Dress
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    Wrap yourself in captivating florals to create a naturally gorgeous look! Amber features a sleeveless bodice, a scoop neckline, padded cups and adjustable straps that lead to a lattice back. Her slim fit bodice leads to floor length wrap skirt accented with hidden side pockets and a high side slit. She is composed of a lined ivory textured satin fabric adorned with a yellow and purple hued floral print. Dress offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.

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

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6556

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $129.90

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  • Camilla Floral High Low Dress
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    Burst onto the scene with fresh florals as you make a sweet impression in our Camilla dress! She features an all over black hue, a square neckline with racer bust, narrow adjustable straps and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to pleated high-low silhouette that is accented with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of textured satin fabric that is adorned with a blush hued printed floral design. Garment offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Lined with a smooth knit fabric and includes a petticoat.

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    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6562

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $94.90

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