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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Twinkle Glitter Cowl Neck Bodycon Mini Dress
This dress knows how to work a little sparkle. The shimmering finish gives the bodycon silhouette a fresh party-ready feel, balanced by a soft cowl neckline and ruched texture. It’s cute, polished, and just flashy enough to make the whole look feel more fun.
Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric, knit lining, high stretch
- Cowl neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Ruched bodycon fit
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-001154
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $54.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Aureline Long Sleeve Open Back Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Sleek lines and sheer detailing give the Aureline formal dress an elegant, modern finish. The crew neckline, long sheer sleeves, ruched waist and hip detailing, and high side slit shape the fitted floor-length silhouette, while the open back adds a striking contrast. It’s a polished choice for a wedding guest.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with partial knit lining, high stretch
- Crew neckline
- Sheer long fitted sleeves
- Open back, top closure, lower zipper with hook-eye closure
- Ruched waist and hip overlay detailing
- High side slit, floor-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Wedding guests, galas, black-tie events, dressed-up dinners, and prom.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001802
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BROWN
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Petra Glitter Leopard Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
The leopard pattern gets an elevated finish with allover glitter. This mermaid formal dress pairs a fitted shape with a lace-up open back for added definition. The textured shine gives the statement print a polished edge.
Fit & Features
- Glitter leopard print mesh fabric, knit lining, high stretch
- V-neckline, padded bra cups, spaghetti straps
- Lace-up open back
- Fitted mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, cocktail soirees, formal events, anniversaries
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-002015
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BROWN/PRINT
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Lorena Lace Bust Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
This season’s romantic dressing gets a sleeker update. Lace bust cups and a delicate center tie bring trend-forward texture to the Lorena long mermaid dress without overpowering the silhouette. Keep the styling refined for a look that feels fresh and intentional.
Fit & Features
- Lined crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, underwire bust
- Lace-trimmed bust cups, center bust tie detail
- Wide shoulder straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Mermaid floor-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, black-tie events, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, cocktail soirees, red-carpet occasions, fashion-forward events, formal celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001925
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Sorrel Cowl Back Side Slit Formal Dress
Special Occasion
The low cowl back gives this formal dress a striking draped finish. Draped hip detailing and a high side slit add dimension to the fitted floor-length silhouette while keeping the front clean and refined. It feels sleek, elegant, and confidently polished.
Fit & Features
- Lined smooth knit fabric with stretch
- Sleeveless boat neckline
- Open low cowl back accent
- Draped hip detailing
- High side slit
- Mermaid floor-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Wedding guests, bridesmaids, black-tie events, galas, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, cocktail soirees, anniversaries, red-carpet occasions, formal celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001880
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BROWN
Available Size: S, M, L, XL
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Annika Open Back Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
The silhouette is sleek, but the details know how to flirt. A halter neckline and mermaid shape give this formal dress a clean, current feel, while the open back adds the sultry finish. It’s the kind of look that makes understated feel anything but basic.
Fit & Features
- Smooth lined knit fabric with stretch
- Halter neckline with tie straps
- Front keyhole cutout
- Open back
- Mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, bridesmaids, rehearsal dinner, formal celebrations, black-tie galas, red-carpet events
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001786
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Gem Crush Rhinestone Hand Chain
Your jewelry just got a seriously pretty upgrade. This rhinestone hand chain combines dainty beaded details with a cascading row of dazzling rhinestones that connects a delicate bracelet to a ring for a dreamy glam finish.
Fit & Features
- Dainty chain connecting bracelet to ring
- Beaded details
- Blue-toned rhinestone embellishments
- Lobster clasp closure with extender
Style Number/Barcode: 07003-000381
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $13.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: GOLD
Available Size: NS
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- Dainty chain connecting bracelet to ring
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Crystal Obsession Rhinestone Cap
A little sparkle never hurt the outfit. This rhinestone cap brings serious glam with cascading strands of shimmering rhinestones that drape for a luxe, jewelry-inspired finish, perfect for concerts, parties, and nights that call for something extra.
Fit & Features
- Rhinestone-embellished cap design
- Wide statement headwear silhouette
- Polished finish
Style Number/Barcode: 07006-000207
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $19.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: SILVER
Available Size: NS
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Petal Perfection Flower Hair Clip Set
Your hair just found its floral obsession. This two-pack flower hair clip set features sculptural metal petals with a glossy finish that adds a chic, feminine twist to your half-up hairstyles and effortless updos.
Fit & Features
- Two-pack hair clip set
- Sculptural metal layered flower design
- Glossy finish with textured petal details
- Barrette-style clip closure
Style Number/Barcode: 07006-000206
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $12.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BURGUNDY
Available Size: NS
Product Badge:- New Arrival
- Two-pack hair clip set
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Anara Rhinestone Scoop Neck Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
All-over rhinestones bring instant shine to this fitted mini dress. The scoop neckline and slim tank straps keep the silhouette sleek, while the front slit adds a flirty finish. It’s made for a girls’ night out with a little extra sparkle.
Fit & Features
- Knit fabric, minimal stretch
- All-over rhinestone embellishments
- Scoop neckline with tank straps
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length hem, short front slit
- Bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Girls' night out, bachelorette parties, anniversaries, club nights, and birthday parties.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-001223
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $119.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Double The Dazzle Rhinestone Bracelet Cuff
One wrist, twice the sparkle, and zero reason to play it subtle. This rhinestone memory wire bracelet cuff features a sleek two-row design with dazzling embellishments that bring a glamorous, statement-making finish to your party looks and dressy nights out.
Fit & Features
- Two-row memory wire design
- Open front design with structured accents
- Rhinestone embellishments
Style Number/Barcode: 07003-000383
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $14.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: NS
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Ondine Flocked Plunge Neck Mermaid Gown
Special Occasion
Homecoming calls for a look with a little more drama. This mermaid gown pairs a flocked finish with a plunge neckline and lace-up back for a sleek, statement-making silhouette. It’s an easy choice when the night calls for something polished and memorable.
Fit & Features
- Flocked mesh fabrication, knit lining
- Plunging V neckline, padded bra cup, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace up back design, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Mermaid silhouette with floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
HOCO, formal parties, wedding guest, anniversaries, and dinner-dates.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001902
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Cosima Plunge V Ruched Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Ruched detailing gives this mermaid dress a sleek, sculpted finish. The plunging V neckline and halter tie frame the fitted silhouette, while the open twist back adds a striking contrast. It’s an elegant choice for a wedding guest.
Fit & Features
- Smooth lined knit fabric
- Plunging V neckline
- Halter neck tie
- Ruched bodice and waist detailing
- Open back with twisted strap detail
- Fitted mermaid silhouette with floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
HOCO, Prom, formal events, black-tie and galas, and wedding guest.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-002211
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Aurette Off Shoulder Satin Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
This mermaid dress balances refined structure with a sultry, curve-skimming shape. The fitted bodice and ruched detailing contour the waist and hips, while the off-the-shoulder neckline and high side slit bring elegant drama to the floor-length silhouette. The result is chic, poised, and touched with glamour.
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric with sheen, knit lining
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Ruched waist and hip detailing
- Draped side detail with a high side slit
- Floor-length mermaid silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, black-tie galas, cocktail parties, balls, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, anniversaries, formal celebrations, upscale birthday dinners, red-carpet events
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001985
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: RED, BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Iliana Cowl Neck Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
This floor-length formal dress is easy to style when the goal is timeless and refined. The cowl neckline and ruched draping add enough visual interest to pair with block heels and elegant accessories without competing for attention. It lands sleek, graceful, and confidently put together.
Fit & Features
- Sleek lined knit fabric, high stretch
- Cowl neckline, padded bra cups, wide shoulder straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Ruched seam detailing
- Mermaid floor-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, bridesmaids, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, black-tie galas, formal celebrations, red-carpet events
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001879
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK, EGGPLANT
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Cyrene Ruched V-Neck Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Ruched detailing gives this mermaid dress a sleek, sculpted finish. The V neckline and fitted silhouette create a refined shape, while the open back with ring hardware and draped sash adds a striking final detail. It’s an elevated choice for a formal occasion.
Fit & Features
- Slinky knit fabric, smooth knit lining
- V neckline with wide shoulder straps
- Ruched bust detailing
- Open back with ring hardware
- Draped back sash
- Fitted mermaid silhouette with floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
HOCO, formal parties, black-tie events and galas, and anniversary dinners.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-002041
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE-2
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Zafira Rhinestone V-Neck Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Allover rhinestones give this fitted mini a high-shine finish with plenty of dimension. The V neckline, slim straps, and low back keep the bodycon silhouette sleek while the patterned embellishment adds standout detail. It’s a glamorous choice for a cocktail party.
Fit & Features
- V-neckline with adjustable spaghetti straps
- Allover patterned rhinestone embellishment, lined mesh fabric
- Low back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Fitted bodycon mini silhouette
- Mini length
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Cocktail parties, girls' night out, HOCO, semi-formals, and birthday parties.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-001239
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $99.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Zoraida Plunge Halter Mermaid Gown
Special Occasion
Wedding guest dressing feels instantly more refined with this silhouette. The mermaid gown pairs a plunging halter neckline with pleated bust detailing and an open back for a sleek, formal finish. It’s an elegant choice when the occasion calls for something polished and memorable.
Fit & Features
- Smooth satin fabrication
- Plunging halter neckline with pleated bust
- Open back with halter tie
- Mermaid silhouette with floor length hem
- Body skimming fit through the hips
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Bridesmaid, wedding guest, formal parties, galas and black-tie events.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001946
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Quinn Floral Cap Sleeve Formal Dress
Special Occasion
The floral flocked finish gives this formal dress a rich, textured look with just the right amount of drama. Cap sleeves and a sweetheart neckline keep the shape refined, while the lace up back adds an unexpected detail. The result feels elevated, feminine, and made to leave an impression.
Fit & Features
- Flocked floral velvet pattern, lined knit fabric
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups, cap sleeves
- Lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Mermaid floor-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, black-tie galas, balls, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, special date nights, cocktail soirees, red-carpet events
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001827
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK, PURPLE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Calithea Flocked Floral Mesh Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Flocked florals give this mermaid dress a rich, dimensional finish. The sweetheart neckline and draped bodice shape the fitted silhouette before it flows into a floor-length hem, while the open back adds a sleek contrast. It’s an elegant choice for a wedding guest.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline with thin spaghetti straps
- Flocked floral mesh
- Draped bodice
- Open back
- Fitted mermaid silhouette with floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Wedding guest, HOCO, prom, formal events, black-tie and galas.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001945
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Odessa Side Slit Lace Column Formal Dress
Special Occasion
The column silhouette keeps this long dress sleek and streamlined. This lace column long dress follows the figure through the body, while ruched detailing and a side slit add shape and movement without interrupting the clean line. The result feels polished, sculpted, and refined.
Fit & Features
- Floral lace fabric, knit lining
- Square neckline, spaghetti straps
- Visible boning through the bodice
- High side slit design
- Column floor-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, black-tie parties, galas, rehearsal dinners, formal celebrations, dressed-up date nights, fashion-forward events, cocktail parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-002043
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PLUM
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Avelisse Draped Chiffon Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Soft chiffon draping gives this mermaid dress an elegant, fluid finish. The off-the-shoulder neckline and cascading sash detail frame the fitted silhouette, while the open back adds a refined contrast. It’s a graceful choice for a bridesmaid look.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Draped chiffon sash detail
- Open back
- Fitted mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Wedding guest, bridesmaid, anniversaries, special formal dinners, and black-tie events.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001979
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Cosette Rhinestone Mermaid Midi Formal Dress
Special Occasion
The mermaid silhouette gives this midi dress its sleek, sculpted finish. This rhinestone mermaid midi dress follows the figure through the bodice and hips before easing into a subtle flare, while the cowl neckline softens the overall shape. The result feels polished, fluid, and refined.
Fit & Features
- Cowl neckline with spaghetti straps
- Rhinestone embellished lined mesh fabric
- Cross-back strap detail
- Mermaid midi silhouette with a subtle flared hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, formal events, dressy celebrations, date nights, cocktail parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-001213
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PLUM
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Zinnia Chiffon Sash Mermaid Formal Dress
Special Occasion
The silhouette stays sleek while the sash brings the drama. This mermaid formal dress fits close through the body before opening into a soft flare, with chiffon panels adding movement behind the shoulders. The effect is sculpted, fluid, and distinctly formal.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit-lined fabric, high stretch
- Sleeveless boat neckline with long chiffon sash detail
- Open back with tie detail, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Floor-length mermaid silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Wedding guests, bridesmaids, black-tie events, galas, balls, red-carpet occasions, rehearsal dinners, formal celebrations, anniversaries
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-001982
Category Name: Apparel by Occasion
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Product Badge:- Ships Free