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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Magical Moments Skater Dress
Make magical moments in this classic chic skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, a sheer lace back with a zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. The black dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a nude knit lining.Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8472
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $39.50
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Wrapped In Florals Maxi Dress
Wrap yourself in pretty florals to spring into the season! This ivory maxi dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, narrow adjustable straps and a cinching tie waist belt. The floor length maxi skirt features a high slit and a mini skirt length knit lining. The all over floral print features blue and pink hues for a pretty look! Dress is composed of a lined lightweight woven fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8609
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $22.97 $55.90
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Layer It In Mesh Skater Dress
Mesmerize in mesh! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline with an unlined mesh inset, padded cups and a caged illusion back with lower back keyhole. The slim fit bodice leads to a flared double layered skater dress. Dress is composed of a combination mesh and crepe 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
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8631
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $15.97 $38.90
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Crochet Lace Skater Dress
This crochet lace skater dress will be your go-to spring 'fit! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a back zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a short, flowy skater skirt. The blue dress is composed of a sheer crochet lace fabric with a full knit lining.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8649
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $49.90
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Living For The Glam Skater Dress
Shine in the spotlight as you make an effortlessly glam appearance in this navy skater! This must have dress features an off the shoulder neckline with off the shoulder strap accents, a sweetheart bust and princess seams. The relaxed fit bodice leads to a flared skater skirt with overlay accent to create a twirl worthy moment. Dress is composed of a scuba knit 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
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8678
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $37.90
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Love And Lace Skater Dress
Fall in love with lace with this pretty mauve skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a halter neckline that leads to a partially open back with a zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. The dress is composed of a lined lace fabric with minimal stretch.Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8690
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Darling Laced Skater Dress
Keep it sweet in lace! The natural dress has a plunging neckline with padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps that create an X back, an exposed back zipper closure, and an A-line skirt. Skater dress has a full lining and is composed of a natural lace fabric that has little stretch.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8696
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $38.90
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Floral Nights Skater Dress
Take a daytime look into evening with this effortless navy blue floral skater dress. It features a plunging neckline with a wired V front with padded cups, spaghetti straps that lace up at the back, and a fitted bodice that leads to a short flowy skirt. Skater dress has an all over white and blue floral print, and is composed of a thick scuba knit fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8709
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $36.90
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Flirty Florals Skater Dress
Keep it flirty in charming florals! This ivory skater dress features an off the shoulder neckline with cold shoulder straps, a sweetheart bust with a fold over accent and princess seams. The slim fit bodice leads to a flared skater skirt. The all over floral print features pink hues complimented with green foliage. Dress is composed of a lined scuba fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.Model is 5'8" with a 34" bust, 25" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8725
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $36.90
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Sweet Charm Skater Dress
This adorable skater dress has all the sweet charm you need! It features an off the shoulder neckline with short sleeves, a V neckline with a wired trim and a front lining, a high waist seam with an elastic banded back, seam and pleated detailing, and a flowy skater skirt. The navy blue dress is composed of a ponte nylon fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8729
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $17.97 $42.90
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Floral Lace High Low Dress
Embrace a fresh spring vibe with pretty florals! This light blue dress features a plunging V neckline, princess seams, narrow straps and an unlined floral lace detail. The slim fit bodice leads to a flared high-low skirt to create a twirl worthy moment. The floral print features peach and white hues to complement the blue background. Dress is composed of a scuba fabric that offers a form hugging fit.Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0058
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Favorite Lace Skater Dress
Make this pretty dress your new favorite lace piece! The pink dress features an off the shoulder neckline with a scalloped lace trim, unlined short sleeves and a flared skater skirt silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8819
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Daydream Lace Skater Dress
Keep it dreamy in lace! The ivory dress features an off the shoulder neckline, a plunging wired V bust, off the shoulder straps and a flared skater silhouette with a wide banded hem. Dress is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal stretch stretch.Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8828
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Double Dip Pleated Mini Dress
Flirty and feminine, this color-blocked skater-style mini is sweetly sophisticated. Dress features a scalloped, lace-crepe bodice, pleated navy skirt, adjustable spaghetti straps, and back zip closure. Dress is fitted through the bust and waist and offers little to no stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8833
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Buttoned Up In Stripes Dress
Button up in stylish stripes! This pretty dress features a plunging V neckline, kimono sleeves, a cinching tie waist accent and a multi button down front with tortoise shell hued buttons that lead to an A-Line silhouette. The back features a matching plunging V shape, an adjustable bar strap detail and a hidden zipper closure. The all over stripe pattern features blue and white hues. Dress is composed of a lined gauze fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0040
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $39.90
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On The Button Denim Mini
Streamlined and sweetly sophisticated, this lavender mini draws all eyes to you. Dress features a soft V neckline, button front, and adjustable spaghetti straps. Dress is made from a cotton-denim fabric and has minimal stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0116
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $16.97 $42.90
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Chambray Today Ruffle Mini Dress
As playful as it is party-ready, this casually chic chambray mini dress is going places. Dress features thick straps, square neckline, a ruffle hem, and smocking from bust through thigh. Dress is made from a lightweight cotton blend and offers plenty of stretch through the middle.Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0139
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $32.97 $39.90
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Remember Me Skater Dress
Leave them something to remember you by when you walk away in this adorable dress! It has a V neckline, thin shoulder straps and a darling skater skirt. Garment is composed of a knit fabric that offers plenty of stretch.Model is 5'9 with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3539
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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Stylish To The Maxi Dress
Be a fab fashionista and stylish to the max in this red maxi dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a strapless square neckline, a high waist seam, slanted front pockets, pleated details, and a long, maxi fit. The dress is composed of a knit fabric and offers moderate stretch and a flowy, relaxed fit.Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3557
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $35.90
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Flowy Vibes Maxi Dress
Get those pretty flowy vibes this spring with this off the shoulder maxi dress! It features short ruffle sleeves, a square neckline, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, a tie front belt, two front slits, and a long maxi length. The mauve dress is composed of a lightweight crepe fabric with a short knit lining.Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3571
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $45.90
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Beautifully Buttoned Skater Dress
Beautifully button up your look with this adorable olive green skater dress! It features flowy short sleeves, a plunging V neckline, a high waistband, an open back with a tie closure with tassel details, a tie back accent, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, and faux buttoned detailing. The dress is composed of a woven gauze fabric with a short lining, pretty pleats, and a flirty, flowy fit.Model is 5'9" with a 31.5" bust, 24.5" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3748
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $39.90
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Sassy Little Skater Dress
You need to have this sassy little skater dress in your closet! It features a deep V neckline with a tie front closure and a small cut out, short flowy sleeves with slits up the center, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waistband, and a cute skater skirt. The black dress is composed of a linen fabric with a short knit lining and offers a flowy fit.Model is 5'9 with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3799
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Lovely Little Linen Dress
You'll look like a total beauty in this lovely little linen dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline created by a wrap front, a side tie detail, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a wrap skater skirt with a faux button down front. The olive green dress is composed of a linen fabric with a short linen lining and offers a flowy fit.Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3831
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $36.90
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Why You Linen Skater Dress
No lie, this black button up skater dress will give you a casually classy look this summer! Dress features a V neckline that leads to a row of front buttons, short sleeves, a gathered high waist seam, front pockets, and a comfortable slim fit throughout. Dress is composed of a lined linen fabric with no stretch.Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist, and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3832
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.00 $32.90
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