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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True Romance Floral Chiffon Lace Dress
Fall for this floral chiffon dress to add romance this season! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, an lovely lace back with a lower cutout, and a flattering skater short-length silhouette. Complete the look with a dainty ring set.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace back, lower cutout
- Skater silhouette
- Tiered short-length hem
- Floral watercolor print
- Airy chiffon fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2220
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $20.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Swing My Way Eyelet Lace Midi Dress
This eyelet lace midi dress is sure to get your crush's attention! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, button front accents, a flattering A-line silhouette, and a front slit along the hem. Complete the look in clear block heels for a daytime soiree!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Button front accents
- A-line silhouette
- Front slit, midi-length hem
- Eyelet lace fabric, partial woven lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4982
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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A Flare To Remember Skater Dress
You'll be unforgettable in this short skater dress perfect for twirling into baby showers, brunches, and family parties! Featuring a sleeveless plunge v-neckline, spaghetti straps that cross and tie along the open back, and a fit-and-flare silhouette. The dress is composed of airy printed chiffon fabric with a smooth woven lining. Style with strappy mules and a clutch!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunge v-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Open back, cross strap design, tie closure
- Fit and flare skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Airy printed chiffon fabric, smooth woven lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4988
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet Like Honey Linen Skater Dress
You'll be sweet like honey in this breezy linen skater dress for afternoon tea or a weekend brunch! The dress features adorable puff short sleeves, a ruffle trim sweetheart neck, a ruched bust, and a fit and flare silhouette with a ruffled hem. Style with heeled sandals to complete the look.
Fit & Features
- Puff short sleeves
- Ruffle trim sweetheart neck, ruched bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Fit and flare skater silhouette
- Ruffle short-length hem
- Linen fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4991
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Split Decision Crepe Flare Pants
Make the decision to add these chic crepe pants to your fashion closet! They feature an elasticized high-rise waist, and seam detailing along the front that leads to the slit flare hem. Style with a blazer and lace corset to complete your babe-status look!
Fit & Features
- Elasticized high-rise waist
- Seam detailing along the front
- Slit flare hem
- Crepe knit fabric
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06502-2359
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lovely In Floral Lace Trim Midi Dress
You'll be a sight for sore eyes in this lovely floral midi dress - a flirty option for garden weddings, dressy birthdays, and day dates! The sleeveless dress features a sweetheart neckline with a romantic eyelash lace trim, adjustable spaghetti straps, a curve-hugging bodice, and a slit accent along the flowy hem. Complete the look with earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded wired bust, eyelash lace trim
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Curve-hugging bodice
- Slit accent, midi-length hem, A-line silhouette
- Delicate floral print
- Sheer woven fabric, full lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2228
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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She Knows Style Eyelet Lace Skater Dress
Breeze into every occasion in this stylish eyelet lace skater dress! It features a sleeveless square neck, spaghetti straps, a ruched bust, and a flattering fit and flare short-length hem. The sheer eyelet lace fabric includes a full knit lining and offers plenty of stretch. Complete the look with statement block heels for a wedding shower or birthday lunch!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, spaghetti straps
- Ruched bust
- Fit and flare, skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Sheer eyelet lace fabric, full knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4998
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Elegant Touch Pearl Embellished Bolero
Add an elegant touch to your formal look with this chic pearl embellished bolero! It features long fitted sleeves, an open front, an ultra-cropped hem, and all-over faux pearl accents. Layer over a flowy skater dress with a rhinestone jewelry set.
Fit & Features
- Long fitted sleeves
- Open front
- Ultra-cropped hem
- Faux pearl accents
- Textured crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06202-0378
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Let It Glow Glitter Mesh Mini Dress
Never dull your shine! Light up the night in this glitter mesh mini dress perfect for your next girl's night out. Featuring a sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, and side ruched seams that accentuate your curves along the bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in strappy block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Side ruched seams
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Glitter mesh overlay, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4923
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $43.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Romance Avenue Floral Crochet Skater Dress
Stroll hand-in-hand with your lover in this floral crochet dress sure to bring the romance! It features a sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, a flirty tie-back design, a high-waist seam, and a short skater silhouette. Complete your darling look in strappy sandals.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Tie-back design, zipper and hook-eye closure
- High waist seam, skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Floral crochet, smooth woven lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2396
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sunset Happy Hour Ruffled Skater Dress
This skater dress was made for sunset happy hours this season! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, halter tie-back straps, an open back, a stretchy smocked high waist, a short skater skirt with a tiered ruffled design, and a fit and flare silhouette. The lightweight twill fabric includes a woven lining. Style this short dress with espadrille sandals and a mini handbag.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Halter tie-back straps, open back
- Stretchy smocked high waist
- Short skater skirt, tiered ruffled design
- Fit and flare silhouette
- Twill fabric, woven lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5531
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Girl Pearl Statement Belt
You'll be in your chic girl era with this on-trend pearl statement belt! It features all-over faux pearl beading and a large square-shaped buckle with faux pearl embellishments. Style with a fitted bodysuit and high waist dress pants for a fab workwear look.
Fit & Features
- Faux pearl beading
- Large square-shaped buckle, faux pearl embellishments
Style Number/Barcode: 07301-0565
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $10.97 $22.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Meet My Gauze And Crochet Romper
You see what you like, so go for it in this cute romper! It has a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps that create a cross-back design, and a fully lined lace bodice. A sheer crochet panel highlights your waist. Shorts are composed of unlined gauze fabric and offer a flowy fit. Complete the look with sandals and sunglasses for a fab day out.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, cross at back
- Sheer crochet panel at the waist
- Flowy shorts
- Gauze knit fabric
- Relaxed fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06303-0217
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sassy And Sparkly Glitter Party Dress
If being sassy and sparkly is your thing, then this glitter party dress is ready for you! Bring the glitz and glamour in this stunning dress for dinner parties or graduations! It features a sleeveless square neck, luxe rhinestone straps, a skater silhouette, and a short-length hem. Complete the look in platform heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Rhinestone straps
- Skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Lined glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2280
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Time To Twirl Ruffled Skater Dress
It's always time to twirl with this adorable skater dress! It features a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, an open back with a flirty tie-back design, and a flattering fit and flare skater silhouette with a layered ruffled short-length hem. Complete the look for parties with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Open back, tie-back design
- High waist seam, fit and flare skater silhouette
- Layered ruffled short-length hem
- Woven fabric, sewn-in knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2285
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cute View Ditsy Floral Chiffon Skater Dress
You'll be a cute view in this ditsy floral chiffon dress at casual family parties or weekend getaways! It features puff short sleeves, a sweetheart neck, a front bust ruched drawstring, a stretchy smocked back, and a skater silhouette with a short-length hem. The dress is composed of a chiffon fabric with a ditsy floral print and a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in trendy sandals.
Fit & Features
- Puff short sleeves, elastic ruffled hems
- Sweetheart neckline
- Front bust ruched drawstring
- Stretchy smocked back
- Skater silhouette, short-length hem
- Ditsy floral print, chiffon fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5022
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Let It Glow Glitter Rhinestone Skater Dress
You'll be glowing in this glitter skater dress to shine at graduation parties, rehearsal dinners, and birthdays! It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, a glam rhinestone back strap with a lower cutout, and a short fit and flare silhouette. Complete the look in rhinestone platform heels for extra shimmer!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Rhinestone back strap, lower cutout
- Fit and flare, skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Lined glitter fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2279
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sunshine On My Mind Linen Midi Dress
This flowy linen midi dress was made for sunny days! It features a sleeveless V-neckline with a ruffled trim, adjustable spaghetti straps, a fitted bodice with dual high waist seams, and a midi-length hem with a relaxed A-line silhouette and a tiered, ruffled design. The airy linen fabric includes a full knit lining. Style with wedges for a dreamy look.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, ruffled trim
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, hidden back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Fitted bodice, dual high waist seams
- Midi-length hem, flowy A-line silhouette
- Tiered, ruffled design
- Semi-sheer linen fabric, full knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5023
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Pop On Over Bubble Hem Skater Dress
Pop on over to every party you're invited to in this poplin skater dress featuring adorable puff short sleeves, a wired V-neckline, a high waist seam, and a flattering fit and flare silhouette with a short bubble hem design. The poplin woven fabric includes a sewn-in knit lining. Style this skater dress with rhinestone strappy heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Puff short sleeves, cinched hems
- Wired V-neckline, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam
- Fit and flare skater silhouette
- Short bubble hem design
- Poplin woven fabric, sewn-in knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2299
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $6.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Aleah Formal Trumpet Hem Midi Dress
Special Occasion
The Aleah formal trumpet hem midi dress is a chic choice for wedding rehearsals, banquets, or parties! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a built-in padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a high waist seam, a midi-length trumpet hem with a ruffled design, and a form-hugging silhouette. The smooth crepe fabric offers a moderate stretch. Style with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, ruching, padded bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam
- Midi-length trumpet hem, ruffled design, form-hugging fit
- Crepe fabric, lined bust, moderate stretch
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1525
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Always Charming Floral Eyelet Lace Dress
Always charming and cute, this floral eyelet lace dress boasts adorable allure! It features puff short sleeves, a square neck, a tie-back design, and a flattering skater silhouette and short-length hem. Complete the look in strappy sandals for a baby shower or family party.
Fit & Features
- Puff short sleeves
- Square neck
- Tie-back design
- Skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Ditsy floral print, eyelet lace, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5030
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kristen Faux Pearl Mini Party Dress
Special Occasion
Both sexy and demure, the Kristen party dress wows from every angle! Perfect for bachelorette weekends, themed soirees, and formal birthdays! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a padded bust, cowl draping, adjustable spaghetti straps, and side-ruched seams that hug your curves along her short bodycon silhouette. The formal party dress is composed of a faux pearl embellished mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in statement block heels.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Padded bust, cowl draping
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Faux pearl embellishments, mesh fabric, stretch knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2330
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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She's A Doll Sweetheart Skater Dress
You'll be looking like a total doll in this poplin skater mini dress for graduation and family parties! The dress features adorable puff short sleeves, a sweetheart neckline, an empire waist seam, and a flattering fit and flare short-length silhouette. Complete the look in eye-catching lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Puff short sleeves, sweetheart neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Empire waist seam
- Fit and flare, skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Poplin cotton-blend fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2324
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $5.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Flirt And Twirl Chiffon Open Back Skater Dress
Flirt and twirl in this sassy little chiffon dress perfect for date nights or parties! It features adorable sheer puff short sleeves, a ruched square neck with a bust tie and keyhole, an open back with tie closure, and a flowy short skater silhouette. Complete the look in platform block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer puff short sleeves
- Ruched square neck, bust tie, keyhole
- Open back, tie closure
- Flowy skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Airy chiffon fabric, stretch knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5040
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale