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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Julieanne Formal Sequin Scroll Dress
Special OccasionRadiate and glow from the inside out in our charming Julieanne dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline with built in no slip strip and a double row of spaghetti straps that leads to a cross back design. Her slim fit bodice leads to a floor length silhouette with a flared hemline. The all over lined mesh fabric is adorned with glitzy sequins set in a scroll print pattern. Dress offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'9.5" with a 34" bust, 23.5" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6126
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kianna Formal Sequin Scroll Dress
Special OccasionCreate a head turning moment in our glimmering Kianna dress! She features a combination gold with black hue, an off the shoulder neckline with shoulder strap accents and a plunging wired sweetheart bust with a wired V inset. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette that showcases curves in all the right places. The all over sequins are set in a glam scroll print design.
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: 05002-6116
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Heidi Formal Lattice Dress
Special Occasion
Allure them in the chic Heidi dress to make a head-turning impression at your next special event. The formal dress features a sleeveless plunging V-neckline, a built-in padded bust for comfortable support, and dual spaghetti straps. The straps lead to a bold open back to show off a hint of skin and sleek lattice straps that let you adjust the fit. The bodice of the dress leads to a floor-length mermaid silhouette that is complemented with vertical seams to streamline your shape. Complete your outfit with rhinestone earrings and strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, dual spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust, adhesive bra recommended
- Open back, lattice design with tie closure
- Empire waist, vertical seams
- Floor-length mermaid silhouette
- Luxe satin-lined fabric
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0162
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Deena Heat Wave Mesh Dress
Special OccasionDeena brings the heat year round! She is a long, black elegant dress with a V neckline, and has adjustable shoulder straps that cross at the back, a low scoop back with an exposed zipper closure, a back leg slit for easy movements, and all over heat stones that helps visually create curves. Deena has a short skirt lining and is composed of a sheer mesh fabric.
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: 05002-6108
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Taylor Formal High Slit Dress
Special OccasionBring the drama in our picture perfect Taylor dress! She features an all over hunter green hue, a plunging V neckline, padded cups and princess seams. Her double row narrow straps leads to a trendy lattice back design. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging silhouette that is accented with a high side slit. She is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6111
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $21.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Roselyn Satin Sweetheart High-Low Dress
Special OccasionOur pink Roselyn high-low dress will be a sweet sensation at your next event! She features a sweetheart neckline with a padded bust, draped shoulder straps, an exposed back zipper closure, a fitted bodice, and a high waist seam leading to a dramatic high-low skirt with convenient side pockets. Roselyn is composed of a double-layered satin fabric with no stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6083
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tiana Velvet Dream Formal Dress
Special OccasionBecause you're what dreams are made of, gorgeous! This stunning velvet dress features a seductive, plunging neckline, thin shoulder straps that cross at the back, and an empire waist that leads to a floor length skirt with two enticing waist-high slits. Tiana is perfect for your next formal event or as a stunning fall bridesmaid dress!
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: 05002-6076
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $22.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Leyla Formal Crepe Mermaid Dress
Special OccasionKeep your look simply elegant as you radiate your natural beauty in our Leyla gray dress! She features an all over gray hue, a sleeveless bodice, a scoop neckline with wide tank-like straps, and flattering underbust seams. Her relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length mermaid silhouette that is accented with vertical seams to create a body-con like effect. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with fish hook clasp.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6069
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $25.94 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kaori Floral Sequins Formal Dress
Special OccasionDazzle through the night in our elegant Kaori black sequin floral dress! She features a deep V neckline, double narrow shoulder straps, a plunging back with lace up straps, an exposed back zipper closure, a high leg slit, and a rose gold floral sequin design. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers minimal stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6073
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Amari Formal Sequin Mermaid Dress
Special OccasionSparkle and shine dazzling sequins! Amari features a sleeveless bodice, an all over lavender hue, a square neckline with racer bust and adjustable narrow straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length mermaid silhouette accented with a high side slit. She is composed of a gray hued mesh fabric adorned with lavender hued sequins. Dress offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure and lining.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6027
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alexandria Formal Sequin Scroll Dress
Special OccasionGlam it up in sophisticated sequins as you own the night in our emerald green Alexandria dress! She features a high round neckline, fitted long sleeves and an all over emerald green hued sequin detailing set in a chic scroll print pattern. Alexandria is composed of a sheer mesh fabric lined with a lining to create a flattering two-tone effect. Dress offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch and includes a back zipper closure.
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: 05002-6025
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $56.97 $124.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ryleigh Formal High Slit Lurex Dress
Special OccasionMake an alluring appeal in our twinkling Ryleigh dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to a bold open back that is accented with wide straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette accented with high side slit to show off your heel game! Dress is composed of a rich plum hued lined lurex 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.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6010
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Reagan Formal Sweetheart Mermaid Dress
Special OccasionReign the night in our made for royalty Reagan dress! She features an all over royal blue hue, a sleeveless, a sweetheart neckline with a built in no slip strip, padded cups and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to a fluttering mermaid silhouette accented with a ruffled double layered hemline. Dress is composed of a royal blue hued crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a smooth knit lining and a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'7" 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: 05002-6013
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $36.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Josephine Formal Velvet Sweetheart Dress
Special OccasionFill your night with luxury as you grace them with your presence in our Josephine dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline with shoulder strap accents, a sweetheart bust with fold over accents, padded cups and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette accented with a high side slit. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
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: 05002-6003
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $30.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rhonda High Slit Taffeta Dress
Special OccasionBring the drama in our red carpet worthy Rhonda dress! She features a lined bodysuit bodice with a plunging V neckline, princess seams, fitted long sleeves, and a narrow waist band accent. Her slim fit bodice leads to a sweeping floor length taffeta skirt that is accented with pleating details, a high side slit and wide banded hemline. Dress is composed Bodysuit is composed of a crepe fabric and includes a snap button closure. Garment offers a flattering relaxed fit with minimal 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: 05002-5883
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $37.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shayla Off The Shoulder Sequin Dress
Special Occasion
Slay in sequins to shine on like a true diva in our Shayla dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline with strap accents, a built in no slip strip and a semi-sweetheart bust. Her slim fit bodice leads to a floor length skirt. Her all over vibrant red hue is complemented with twinkling sequins set in a geometric pattern. Dress is composed of a mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes back zipper closure with a smooth knit lining.Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 22.5" waist and 34.5 hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-5880
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $40.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Delilah Illusion Lace Formal Dress
Special OccasionRadiate timeless elegance and beauty in our darling dress! She features an upper unlined bodice, a sweetheart neckline, padded cups, narrow unlined fitted sleeves and a slim fit bodice that leads to a flattering sheath skirt. Her back features an unlined illusion lace detail that shows off a hint of skin. She is composed of a floral lace fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Dress is lined with a smooth knit fabric and back zipper closure with a ruched detail.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-5839
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $33.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Haley Formal Shimmering Metallic Dress
Special Occasion
Glow from within as your radiate your natural beauty in our shimmering Haley dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline and narrow adjustable straps that lead to a cross back design. Her slim fit bodice leads to a narrow waist band accent and flows into a sweeping floor length skirt with pleated detailing throughout. She is composed of a metallic mesh fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Dress is lined with a smooth knit fabric and includes a 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: 05002-5816
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Nancy Formal High Slit Dress
Special OccasionStand out in the impression making Nancy dress! She features a plunging V neckline, padded cups, supportive tank-like straps and multi cross strap design. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating floor length silhouette that is accented with a high side slit to show off your glam heel game! The back features a ruched detailing and zipper closure. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-5791
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Penelope Glitter Formal High Low Dress
Special OccasionLead the room with a bit of magic in our glamorous Penelope dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, short sleeves and a slim fit bodice that leads to a flirty high low skirt that brings the best of both worlds! She is composed of a rich burgundy glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Dress is lined with a smooth knit fabric. Glitter may transfer.
*Also available in Plus ,,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: 05002-5799
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $20.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lola Off The Shoulder Lace Dress
Special OccasionFall back on classic lace to make an alluring impression! Our Lola formal dress features a off the shoulder neckline with scalloped lace trim, short unlined sleeves and an all over lace bodice. Her bodice is lined in the front with beige hued knit lining to create a subtle two tone effect and is unlined on the back to show a hint of skin. Her bodice leads to a form hugging mermaid silhouette to enhance curves and features a lovely lace contrast at the back. She is composed of a 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.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-5787
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tessa Off The Shoulder Ruched Dress
Special OccasionInvoke elegance and grace in our Tessa dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust and ruching along the bodice to add a rippling effect. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating mermaid skirt that is accented with a dramatic flare and a wide banded hemline. She is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Dress includes a smooth knit lining and back zipper closure with a fish hook clasp.
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: 05002-5713
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $27.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Margot Formal Mermaid Crepe Dress
Special OccasionSweep them off their feet in our captivating Margot dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, flattering princess seams and narrow corded straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to an elongating mermaid skirt that is accented with godet panels. She is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate 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.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-5702
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Larissa Off The Shoulder Formal Dress
Special OccasionDare to bare a little shoulder action in our breathtaking Larissa dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust and a fold over collar detail with cold shoulder straps, narrow straps, a small V shaped unlined mesh inset and structuring princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mermaid silhouette that creates an hourglass illusion to flatter curves. She is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with a fish hook clasp. Dress is lined with a smooth knit fabric.
Model is 5'7 with a 32" 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: 05002-5537
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $22.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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