Formal Dresses
Windsor's formal dresses are redefining elegance for 2025. Think illusion panels that sculpt and contour, printed mesh gowns with bold florals or swirls, and slinky jersey knits that drape like liquid luxe. Daring cutouts bring a sleek edge to eveningwear, while cascading ruffles add movement and modern drama. These trendy gowns prove that formal doesn’t have to mean predictable—they’re made for weddings, galas, and every post-worthy moment in between. Discover styles that are chic, camera-ready, and designed to make you unforgettable.
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Windsor’s formal dresses are designed for those unforgettable nights when your look has to be flawless. From sweeping formal gowns to sleek short silhouettes, this collection delivers drama, polish, and trend-right details that set the tone for any occasion. Think structured corset bodices, adjustable straps, lace-up backs, and high slits that blend comfort with high-impact style.
- Heading to a big event? Explore Winter formal dresses in luxe fabrics like velvet, satin, and crepe that feel rich and elegant.
- For December celebrations, our formal holiday dresses sparkle with sequins, rhinestones, and glitter mesh, while bold jewel tones and classic black create timeless appeal.
- Looking to ring in the New Year? Formal NYE dresses with metallic finishes and statement cutouts are made to shine under the lights.
If you’re planning a gala, wedding, or milestone party, Windsor offers a range of formal party dresses in both fitted and flowy silhouettes to match your vibe. Go for a strapless satin gown with a sweetheart neckline for timeless elegance, or choose an asymmetrical hemline or bow-back detail for a fresh twist that feels modern and fun.
No matter where the night takes you, Windsor’s formal dresses give you options that feel special, stylish, and photo-ready. Shop Windsor’s formal dresses near you, online, in-app, or at one of 350+ stores nationwide, and find the look that will make your night unforgettable.
Tips for Choosing the Best Formal Dress for Your Body Type
- Hourglass: Slay those curves with a fitted corset bodice and flowing skirt.
- Pear‑Shaped: Balance out your look with a structured top and full skirt.
- Rectangle: Create curves with a cinched waist and flared hem.
- Apple‑Shaped: Draw eyes upward with a V‑neckline and empire waist.
For more styling inspo, hit up our blog guides like “The Ultimate Gala Dresses Guide” or “Sexy Formal Dresses – Create an Eye‑Catching Look” and get ready to own every moment.
What’s the Difference Between a Formal and a Semi-Formal Dress?
Formal and semi-formal dresses differ based on event dress codes and styling. Formal attire, often called black-tie, features glamorous floor-length gowns with luxe details like rhinestones, lace, and beading—perfect for galas, weddings, and proms. Popular silhouettes include mermaid, ball gown, and A-line styles.
Semi-formal dresses offer more variety in length and design, making them ideal for homecoming, weddings, and cocktail parties. These styles range from midi to short lengths.
The venue and occasion can also guide your choice—an upscale wedding may call for a floor-length gown, while an outdoor event might be perfect for a sleek midi dress with a stylish neckline.
Are Formal Dresses Always Long?
Not always! While long gowns are classic for formal events, modern formal attire includes various lengths and styles. Windsor’s collection of women’s formalwear features short, midi, and long dresses. Explore dramatic mermaid and column silhouettes for timeless elegance, or opt for trendy alternatives like high-low hemlines and two-piece designs for a fresh take on formal fashion.
Find your perfect formal dress at Windsor any time of year, available online, in-app, and in over 350 stores across the U.S. and Canada. Shop now for trend-driven styles that make you shine and every event unforgettable!
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Aidy Lace-Up A-Line Glitter Tulle Ball Bown
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Indulge in a majestic evening with the Aidy glitter ball gown to dance the night away at prom or upscale birthdays. The cowl neckline and spaghetti straps provide a chic and flattering touch, while the padded bra cups give you extra support and a beautiful silhouette. The lace-up back adds a touch of elegance, complemented by the glitter tulle and stunning A-line silhouette that flatters every figure. Complete the look in rhinestone earrings and heels for an elegant night!
Fit & Features
- Glitter tulle fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Padded bra cups
- Spagehtti straps
- Lace-up, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-Line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05004-0208
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $14.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tammy Taffeta Lace And Layers Dress
Special OccasionSwitch up the formal scene with this fun formal dress! Our navy blue Tammy dress features a V neckline with spaghetti straps that lead to a stunning lace back, an exposed lower back, hidden side pockets and a flirty double layered mini skirt. She is made from a taffeta fabric that offers a structured look with a hint of sheen. She includes two back zippers.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0012
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kayden Sequin Glitter Party Dress
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Who is she?! She is a glam goddess that sparkles to the heavens! Introducing our Kayden glitter party dress!
Fits & Features
- Deep V neckline
- Long Sleeves with puff wrists
- Keyhole cut out at the back with button closure atop I Zipper closure at lower back
- Vertical seam at center and flattering ruching down to the mini hem
- Glitter lurex mesh composition I Fully lined
- Form-fitting and offers moderate stretch
- Glitter pattern with dainty sequins throughout
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0224
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $25.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Margret Satin Ruffle Party Dress
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Radiate sultry glamour in the Margret satin party dress sure to leave a lasting impression! She stuns in a sleeveless v-neckline, spaghetti straps that lace up along her open-back design, and a curve-hugging, faux wrap mini-length hem with a ruffle. The formal dress is composed of luxurious silky satin fabric. Complete the look in linear earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neckline, spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Lace-up open back
- Faux wrap skirt, ruffle trim
- Curve-hugging, mini-length hem
- Silky satin fabric
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1065
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Analeia Floral Cutout Beaded Mini Dress
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The Analeia floral beaded mini dress brings a playful and fresh energy to your night! This bodycon dress hugs your curves perfectly while the daring cutout back brings a touch of sass to your look.
Fit & Features
- Floral print, beaded embellishments
- Mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
- Cutout back
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
Where to Wear:
Bachelorettes, garden parties, birthdays, dressy brunches, date night, shower celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000173
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $84.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: LIGHT, BLUE, WHITE
Available Size: M, L, XL
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Audrina Formal Ponte Square Neck Midi Dress
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Dressy bridal shower? Casual-chic wedding? Or any event that needs a little white dress. The Audrina formal ponte midi dress evokes sophistication and style to help you look and feel your absolute best! She features a sleeveless square neckline with a wired underbust trim, tank shoulder straps, a form-hugging silhouette, and a back slit accent along her fitted midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a smooth ponte-blend fabric designed to fit your body like a glove and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with a beaded clutch and statement heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, tank shoulder straps
- Wired underbust trim, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Back slit accent, fitted midi-length hem
- Ponte-blend knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1624
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Elyse One Shoulder Tie Back Mermaid Dress
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Sleek and chic, Elyse's crepe composition will lovingly hug your every curve. Her one-shoulder silhouette and thigh-high slit offer a stylish and timeless look.
Fits & Features
- Slanted Neckline
- Single Shoulder Strap That Ties At The Low Back
- Floor Length Hemline I Thigh-High Slit
- Mermaid Silhouette
- Crepe Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0890
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $21.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cate Satin Cross Back Dress
All elegance, all class. Look stunningly sleek in our beautiful Cate!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline I Padded Cups With Princess Seams
- Adjustable Shoulder Straps That Cross At The Back
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- Side Seam Hand Pockets
- Elongated Floor-Length Silhouette With Pleating Details
- Satin-Like Composition I Mini Length Lining
- Minimal Stretch
Model is 5'6" with 31" bust, 26" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0397
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $40.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tamera Formal Sequin Mermaid Long Dress
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Iridescent sequins bring glamour to the Tamera formal dress for a radiant entrance at school dances or banquet dinners. She features a sleeveless V-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customizable fit, a padded underwire bust, a mermaid silhouette, and a front adjustable ruche design atop a high slit along the floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin embroidered mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in metallic block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, V-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Padded underwire bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Front adjustable ruche design, high slit
- Mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Sequin embroidery, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2915
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $14.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kaiya Formal Crepe Halter Dress
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Make a wow-worthy entrance in the Kaiya formal dress showcasing subtle yet sexy detail perfect for black tie events and dressy celebrations! She stuns in a sleeveless halter v-neckline with a neck tie closure, a sultry open-back with a lower ruched seam that accentuates your curves, and a mermaid silhouette with a high-cut slit along her floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a lined-crepe knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with a glam clutch and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless halter v-neckline, neck tie closure
- Open-back, lower ruched seam
- Mermaid silhouette
- High-cut front slit, floor-length hem
- Lined crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6888
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $14.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kori Formal Velvet Cutout Midi Dress
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Every guest will be crushing on you in the Kori formal velvet dress perfect for engagement parties and a dressy casino night! She features long sleeves, a plunge v-neckline, a back keyhole with button closure, a center front o-ring insert and a cutout waist and back, and a slim curve-hugging midi-length silhouette. The formal dress is composed of stretchy crushed velvet fabric. Complete the look in clear stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Long sleeves, plunge v-neckline
- Back keyhole with button closure, lower zipper closure
- Center front o-ring insert, cutout waist, and back
- Slim, curve-hugging silhouette, midi-length hem
- Crushed velvet fabric, moderate stretch
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1517
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sally Satin Strapless Bodycon Mini Dress
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The Sally satin mini dress skims and shapes with effortless glamour. Its strapless neckline and artful ruching create a silhouette made for making an entrance!
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric, knit lining
- Sweetheart strapless neckline, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Ruched bodycon silhouette, flexible boning inserts
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, bachelorettes, date night, birthdays, rooftop hotel bars, cocktail parties, fashion shows, launch parties, GNO, Vegas
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000086
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: ROYAL, PINK
Available Size: L, XL
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Georgia Formal Glitter Crepe Mermaid Dress
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This Georgia formal glitter long dress is a stunningly sophisticated masterpiece. Her luxe fabric sparkles and shines as it glides gracefully around your silhouette, hugging your curves with a hint of sheer mesh detail to show off your figure along the mermaid silhouette. With an elegant V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a high front slit, and a floor-length hem, you're sure to make a grand entrance. Complete the look in glamorous jewelry and heels for a black tie gala or celebration.
Fit & Features
- V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Padded bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Sheer mesh side inserts
- Mermaid silhouette, high front slit
- Floor-length hem
- Glitter crepe fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7673
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Aileen Sleeveless Glitter Mesh Mermaid Dress
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Make the whole place shimmer as you make your glamorous entrance in the Aileen glitter mesh mermaid dress featuring a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a draped cowl neck overlay, spaghetti straps, and a floor-sweeping mermaid silhouette. Complete your black-tie look with rhinestone earrings and stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer glitter mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, draped cowl neck overlay
- Spaghetti straps
- Floor-length mermaid silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8583
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $39.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kathleen Strapless Sweetheart Satin Ruffle Party Dress
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Flaunt your sassy cute self in the Kathleen satin party dress perfect for celebrations, parties, and dances! Smooth satin fabric crafts this mini-length dress flaunting a strapless sweetheart neckline, a flattering bodycon silhouette, and a flirty ruffled-tulle trim hem for a chic voluminous effect. Pair with a clutch and 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
- Smooth satin fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, ruched bust seam, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Ruffled tulle-trim mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2591
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Naomi Formal Top & Skirt Set
Special OccasionYou love a classic gown, but sometimes a special occasion calls for something a little extra special—like our Naomi crop and skirt set! She features a partially lined, heat stone-embellished scoop neck mesh top with key hole detail and single-button closure. Top is sheer above the bust line. Her A-line taffeta skirt features a dramatic high side slit, hidden side pockets to keep your essentials close to you and a back zipper. Naomi is made from a nylon blend with a touch of stretch.
Model is 5’9” with a 32” bust, 24.5 waist, and 35” hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05006-0523
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tori Formal Heat Stone Feathered Mini Dress
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Showcase your over the top style in our glam formal Tori dress! She features a mini mock neck, a plunging mesh inset adorned with heat stones, long sleeves with heat stones, and a feathered cuff. The dress is composed of a curve-hugging crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit. Complete your look with chrome heels and rhinestone hair pins to style tresses with.
Fit & Features
- Mini mock neck
- Plunging mesh inset
- Heat stones
- Long sleeves with feathered cuff
- Mini length silhouette
- Crepe fabric, additional mini skirt length knit lining
- Form hugging fit
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0511
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lindsey Marabou Crepe Short Dress
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Meet your look for formal parties and dances! The Lindsey short dress elevates your night in a sleeveless square neckline with non-slip grip lining, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a marabou feathered bodice atop her bodycon silhouette with a flirty hem slit. The formal dress is composed of a lined smooth woven crepe fabric with minimal stretch. Style with sassy stiletto heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Marabou feathered bodice
- Bodycon silhouette, slit accent, short-length hem
- Lined smooth woven crepe, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1557
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Violet Lace-Up Ruffle Glitter Mesh Party Dress
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Make magic in the Violet glitter mesh party dress for an enchanted evening at dressy birthdays or celebrations! The alluring V-neckline and spaghetti straps draw the eye, while the delicate lace-up back adds a touch of elegance. The ruffled front and bodycon fit create a flattering silhouette, while the glitter mesh fabric adds a touch of glamour to the mini-length ruffled hem with a side ruffle for a truly show-stopping ensemble! Complete the look with stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Glitter mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Spaghetti straps
- V-Neckline, padded bra cups
- Lace-up back
- Ruffles
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2153
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $24.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Leyla Sequin Strappy Back Mini Dress
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The Leyla sequin mini dress is crafted with gorgeous iridescent sequin embroidery on the partially lined mesh fabric. It features spaghetti straps leading to an open back with a lace-up strappy design for a customized fit, a sheer waist insert with flexible boning to provide structure, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette. Style with metallic heels for prom or a formal party!
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
- Sheer mesh fabric with partial knit lining, moderate stretch
- Iridescent sequin embroidered scroll pattern
- V-neckline with padded bust, spaghetti straps
- Open back, lace-up strappy design, hidden back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Sheer waist insert, flexible boning
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2326
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $64.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: S, M, L
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Trish Formal Off The Shoulder Dress
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Captivate them all in our head-turning Trish dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust with off the shoulder straps and padded cups. Her slim fit waist sits high and leads to a voluminous A-line silhouette accented with hidden side pockets and pleated detailing. Dress is composed of a luxe satin-like fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch.
Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0223
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $32.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Esther Formal Embellished Gemstone Dress
Special OccasionCreate a twirl worthy moment in our breathtaking Esther navy dress! She features a high round neckline with racer bust, a plunging unlined mesh inset with matching waist insets, padded cups and a gemstone with beaded accents bodice. Her back features an lined mesh panel and a lower back keyhole. Her slim fit bodice features a gemstone embellished trim waist belt and leads to a floor length silhouette. Dress is composed of a combination mesh and smooth knit 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.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6389
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $36.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cressida Formal Glitter A-Line Dress
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Create a magical moment with a formal dress that adds that special glow! Cressida features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, a corset-like bodice with contrast piping, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a flowy A-line silhouette accented with a knee-length knit lining. The dress is composed of a glitter mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with slight stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Corset-like bodice, contrast piping
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- A-line silhouette
- Glitter mesh fabric
- Knee-length knit lining
- Form hugging fit, slight stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1471
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Blair Formal Off The Shoulder Lace Dress
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Radiate luxe and glamour with a formal lace dress that brings enchanting details to your evening. The dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust with padded cups, short sleeves, a ribbon tie-waist belt, and a party-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes voluminous petticoat for that extra flare! Complete look with heels.
Fit & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline
- Sweetheart bust, padded cups
- Short sleeves
- Tie-waist ribbon belt with belt loops
- Party length silhouette
- Lined floral lace fabric, petticoat
- Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0795
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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