Apparel by Occasion

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.

  • Soiree Ready Patent Sequin Stiletto Heels

    Step into a vivid night with these stiletto heels! Their bold square toe, curved sequin-embellished strap, and adjustable ankle strap with buckle closure will make a statement, while the patent material gives an extra touch of sophistication. Complete the look with a clutch for a dressy soiree!

    Fit & Features

    • Square toe
    • Sequin embellished curved strap
    • Stiletto heel
    • Padded footbed
    • Adjustable ankle strap, buckle closure
    • Patent leather material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-4612

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $34.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Simply Fine In Floral A-Line Midi Dress

    Take your look to the next level with this gorgeous floral midi dress. With its cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, A-line silhouette, and a painted floral print on woven fabric, this midi-length dress will make you feel stylish and fine! Complete the look in sleek stiletto heels for a semi-formal soiree.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neckline
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • A-line silhouette
    • Midi-length hem
    • Painted floral print
    • Lightweight woven fabric, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2920

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $44.90

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  • Sensational Shine Sequin Marabou Party Dress

    You'll bring a sensational shine to every event in this sequin party dress! It features a strapless neckline with non-slip grip lining and a fab marabou trim, flexible boning inserts along the bodice to give a structured look, and a flattering bodycon silhouette and mini-length hem. The dress is composed of a sequin-embellished mesh fabric with a sewn-in knit lining. Complete the look with glam earrings and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
    • Marabou trim
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Flexible boning inserts in the bodice
    • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Sequin-embellished mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2585

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sparkle Darling Glitter One Shoulder Mini Dress

    Darling, you deserve to sparkle in this glitter mini dress on your next ladies' night! The mini-length dress is designed with a one-shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve, a flattering side ruched seam that contours to your curves along the bodycon silhouette, and a wrap hem. Complete the look with statement earrings and heels!

    Fit & Features

    • One-shoulder neckline
    • Fitted long sleeves
    • Side ruched seam, bodycon silhouette
    • Wrap mini-length hem
    • Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5210

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $34.90

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  • Sparkly Struts Sequin Platform Block Heels

    Revel in the glamorous sparkle of these sequin block heels. With an almond toe, a wide strap, and a platform sole, your feet will look sensational! The sequin-embellished metallic material ensures you make a dazzling impression. Plus, its adjustable ankle strap with buckle closure ensures the perfect fit. Complete the look with a glam clutch for a formal celebration or holiday banquet!

    Fit & Features

    • Almond toe
    • Wide strap
    • Platform sole
    • Block heel
    • Adjustable ankle strap, buckle closure
    • Sequin-embellished, metallic material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-4608

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $34.90

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  • Cheryl Formal Satin Halter Long Dress

    Special Occasion

    You'll be the definition of poised perfection in the Cherly formal satin long dress at galas, holiday parties, and weddings! She features a cowl halter neckline with graceful tie-back straps, a curve-hugging slim silhouette, and dual high-side slits to show more leg along the long-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a silky smooth satin fabric that exudes sultriness. Complete the look with earrings and statement heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless halter cowl neckline
    • Tie-back straps
    • Slim silhouette, dual high-side slits
    • Long-length hem
    • Smooth satin fabric, bust lining, minimal stretch
    • Sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7852

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Alex Formal Velvet Bustier Off-The-Shoulder Dress

    Special Occasion

    Make the night beautiful in the Alex formal velvet long dress destined to leave everyone speechless! She features a flattering off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline, non-slip grip lining, a built-in padded underwire bust eliminating the need for a bra, flexible boning inserts to snatch your figure, and a curve-hugging slim silhouette with a wrap-high front slit. The formal long-length dress is crafted from luxurious velvet knit fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in a statement necklace for a black tie gala or holiday party!

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline, non-slip grip lining
    • Built-in padded underwire bust, flexible boning
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Slim silhouette, wrap high front slit
    • Long-length hem
    • Velvet knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7826

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $64.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Own The Night Rhinestone Mesh Bodysuit

    Turn heads and own the night in this rhinestone mesh bodysuit! Designed with sheer fitted long sleeves, a plunging V-neckline, form-hugging fit, gorgeous rhinestone embellishments, and a thong bottom with snap-button closures,  this stunning bodysuit adds a bold allure to any outfit. Complete the look in chic trousers to play up your style!

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer fitted long sleeves
    • Plunge v-neckline, back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Form-hugging fit
    • Thong bottom, snap-button closures
    • Rhinestone embellishments
    • Lined mesh fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 06001-5144

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $3.97 $79.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Marley Formal Velvet Lace Sleeve Long Dress

    Special Occasion

    Fall in love with the Marley formal velvet long dress that exudes sophistication! She features a breathtaking off-the-shoulder V-wired neckline, a padded bust, and intricate sheer lace long sleeves with delicate ruffled cuffs, a flattering slim silhouette with a high side slit, and a long hem. Crafted from rich velvet fabric, this formal dress is sure to turn heads! Complete the look with teardrop earrings for a black tie gala or banquet!

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder V-wired neckline
    • Sheer long sleeves, ruffled cuffs, padded bust
    • Slim silhouette, high side slit
    • Long-length hem
    • Velvet fabric, bust knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7759

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $59.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Jess Formal Glitter Long Sleeve Slit Dress

    Special Occasion

    Everyone will have a sparkling attraction to the Jess formal glitter long dress as you shine through the night! She features fitted long sleeves with flared slit cuffs, a cowl neckline, a curve-hugging slim silhouette, and a flattering high front slit along the floor-length hem. The formal dress is crafted from glitter knit fabric that shimmers with every step and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in statement earrings for a black tie holiday soiree!

    Fit & Features

    • Fitted long sleeves, flared slit cuffs
    • Cowl neckline
    • Slim silhouette
    • High front slit, floor-length hem
    • Glitter knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Bra friendly design
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7625

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $39.97 $79.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Plot Twist Patent Platform Block Heels

    Make your outfit stand out with these bold patent leather block heels! They feature an almond toe, wide strap, adjustable ankle strap with buckle closure, and a platform sole and block heel. The glossy patent leather material adds to the luxury look. Complete the look with a fab mini shoulder bag for a holiday party!

    Fit & Features

    • Almond toe
    • Wide strap
    • Platform sole
    • Block heel
    • Adjustable ankle strap, buckle closure
    • Patent leather material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-4604

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $12.97 $32.90

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  • Dose Of Glitter Crop Top

    Fall in love with this stunning crop top! Featuring a glitter knit fabric, sleek bungee spaghetti straps, a cowl neckline, and a fitted cropped hem, this top is sure to turn heads in any crowd. Complete the look with the matching mini skirt or flare pants.

    Shop Matching Skirt: Sparkle All The Way Glitter Mini Skirt

    Shop Matching Pants: Dose Of Glitter High-Rise Flare Pants

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neckline
    • Bungee spaghetti straps
    • Fitted cropped hem
    • Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 06001-4975

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $6.97 $26.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Watch Me Shimmer Glitter Halter Crop Top

    Everyone will watch you shimmer in this glitter halter crop top perfect for dinner and drinks with the girls! It features a sleeveless cowl neckline with a keyhole accent, a partial ope-back, and a fitted crop hem on lurex-knit fabric. Complete the look in hot faux leather shorts and mules.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl halter neckline
    • Keyhole accent
    • Partial open back
    • Fitted crop hem
    • Glitter lurex knit fabric
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 06001-4843

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $6.97 $24.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • All The Attention Metallic Strapless Jumpsuit

    This metallic strapless jumpsuit is an eye-catching and sophisticated statement. Featuring a strapless sweetheart neckline, knot bust accent, wide-leg silhouette, and metallic pleated fabric, it's the perfect outfit for stylishly turning heads. Complete the look in platform heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless sweetheart neckline
    • Non-slip grip lining, back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Knot bust accent
    • Wide-leg silhouette
    • Metallic pleated fabric, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 06402-1347

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sparkle The Most Satin Sequin Bodycon Dress

    Put your fashion foot forward in this satin mini dress that dares you to sparkle the most! Featuring a square neckline, spaghetti straps, front sequin-mesh embellished panels, a side pleated seam, and a flattering bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in block heels for a night out or a party!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Front sequin-mesh embellished panels
    • Side pleated seam
    • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Lined satin fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5195

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Stars Do Shine Glitter Off-The-Shoulder Mini Dress

    Shine like a star in this glitter mini dress to own every spotlight! Featuring an off-the-shoulder neckline, the mini dress features fitted long sleeves, a surplice bust, and a bodycon wrap silhouette that hugs your curves like a glove. Complete the look with heels for a dressy celebration!

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder neckline
    • Surplice bust
    • Fitted long sleeves
    • Bodycon wrap silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2677

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $44.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Curve Flaunter V-Neck Ruffle Mini Dress

    Show off your curves in this mini dress to make a lasting impression! The mini-length dress features a V-neckline, a padded bust, dual adjustable spaghetti straps, a sheer mesh bodice with trim, a flattering bodycon silhouette, a wrap hem, and an eye-catching cascading ruffle down the front. Complete the look in rhinestone earrings for a night out!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, padded bust
    • Dual adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Sheer mesh trim bodice, back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon silhouette, front ruffle
    • Wrap mini-length hem
    • Knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5314

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $48.90

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  • Flirty Attitude Lace Trim Satin Mini Dress

    Give off a flirty attitude in this adorable dress perfect for date night or girl's night out. It features a sleeveless plunging V-neckline with a tie-front detail, tank shoulder straps with a dainty sheer lace trim, an alluring open-back design, a mini-length hem, and a flowy A-line silhouette. The satin woven fabric includes a woven lining. Style this short dress with sleek stiletto heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless plunging V-neckline, tie-front detail, underbust seam
    • Tank shoulder straps, sheer lace trim
    • Open-back design
    • Hidden side zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Mini-length hem, A-line silhouette
    • Satin woven fabric, woven lining, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5547

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $5.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Elevated Elegance Rhinestone Heel Mules

    These glamorous rhinestone heel mules will bring an elevated elegance to your dressy looks. They feature a closed pointed toe, an open back for easy on-and-off styling, and a short stiletto heel with chic round rhinestone-embellished ball accents. Pair these mules with an envelope clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Closed pointed toe
    • Open back, slightly padded footbed
    • Short stiletto heel
    • Round rhinestone-embellished ball accents
    • Nubuck material
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 07401-4561

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $9.97 $40.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Irina Formal Sheer Corset Mermaid Dress

    Special Occasion

    The Irina formal sheer corset mermaid dress will bring that classic allure and stunning style to your black-tie events! She features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, a sheer mesh corset-designed bodice to create a snatched silhouette with boning seam detail, a floor-sweeping hem, and a flattering mermaid silhouette. The crepe fabric includes a mini-length lining and offers a moderate stretch. Complete your look in this gorgeous long dress with rhinestone statement earrings to add that luxe sparkle.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps
    • Sheer mesh corset-designed bodice, boning seam detail
    • High waist seam, back zipper closure
    • Floor-sweeping hem, mermaid silhouette
    • Crepe fabric, mini-length knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Strapless or sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7583

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Bianca Wrap-Front High Slit Formal Dress

    Special Occasion

    You came here to slay, and the stunning Bianca formal dress will deliver! This iconic long dress will create an alluring aura at your next fancy soiree. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a chic draped cowl overlay, a padded bust, spaghetti straps, flattering ruching at the waist, a wrap-front design on the floor-sweeping hem creating a sultry high-cut front slit, and a slim-fit silhouette. The foiled knit fabric will give off a glitzy metallic sheen. Complete your gorgeous glam look with rhinestone statement earrings and strappy heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, draped cowl overlay, padded bust
    • Spaghetti straps, high waist seam, ruched detailing at the waist
    • Wrap-front design, floor-sweeping hem, high-cut front slit
    • Slim-fit silhouette
    • Foiled knit fabric, knit lining at the bust, plenty of stretch
    • No bra required
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7640

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $29.97 $64.90

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  • Sultry And Sheer Mesh Long Sleeve Crop Top

    Sultry and sheer, this mesh long sleeve crop top will become your new fave for a girl's night out! It features a trendy mock neckline, long fitted sleeves, a front lining with a sweetheart neckline, ruching at the bust, an ultra-cropped hem, and a form-hugging fit. The sheer mesh fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style this sexy top with a faux leather mini skirt for a nightclub!

    Fit & Features

    • Mock neckline
    • Long fitted sleeves
    • Front lining, sweetheart neckline, center ruching
    • Ultra-cropped hem
    • Form-hugging fit
    • Sheer mesh fabric, plenty of stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 06001-5079

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $6.97 $24.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Everyday Look Sleek Hoop Earrings

    Make your everyday look shine with these stunning hoop earrings! Their sleek design and post-back closure make them perfect for any occasion. Complete the look in a trendy sweater dress and boots for a coffee shop hang!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleek hoop design
    • Post-back closure

     

    Earrings are final sale and may not be returned or exchanged.

    Style Number/Barcode: 07001-1829

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $4.97 $10.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Like A Charm Dainty Lariat Necklace

    This dainty necklace works like a charm with every outfit! It features a lariat-style design on a chain link with coin charms and a lobster clasp closure. Complete the look with bangle bracelets for a dance party!

    Fit & Features

    • Dainty lariat-style design
    • Chain link
    • Coin charms
    • Lobster clasp closure

    Style Number/Barcode: 07002-1642

    Category Name: Apparel by Occasion

    Price: $3.97 $14.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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