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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Formal Dresses That Make Every Moment Feel Major
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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Rylan High Slit A-Line Satin Formal Dress
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Make a grand entrance at your next fancy affair in the gorgeous and chic Rylan satin formal dress! She features a sleeveless square neckline with a built-in padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, an open back with a strappy lace-up design, a fitted high waist, a floor-sweeping hem with a high side slit, and a flowy A-line silhouette. The smooth satin woven fabric includes a full-length woven lining. Complete the look with rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, padded bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Open back, strappy lace-up design, tie closure, lower back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Fitted high waist seam, floor-sweeping hem, high side slit, A-line silhouette
- Satin woven fabric, full-length woven lining, no stretch
- Sticky bra or pasties optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7411
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $49.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Harlow Square Neck Babydoll Party Dress
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Catch the cuteness of the Harlow babydoll party dress for twirling out on the dance floor at weddings, birthdays, and graduation parties! She features a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a flirtascious short-length silhouette. The formal dress is composed of an airy organza overlay with multiple tulle and chiffon linings for a full effect. Complete the look in glitzy fringe earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Babydoll silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Airy organza overlay, multiple tulle and chiffon linings
- Strapless bra or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1292
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Indiana V-Neck Corset Ruffle A-Line Formal Dress
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The Indiana A-line formal dress is a jaw-dropping number for showstopping moments! Strike the crowd with your shine in this glitter floor-length dress with a flirty corset bodice and ruffled silhouette that gives princess energy.
Make a statement in this stunning dress. Love bold details? Explore our playful ruffle prom dresses or find a sleek look in our formal dresses.
Fit & Features
- Glitter mesh-lined fabric
- V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper closure
- Sheer corset bodice, flexible boning
- Ruffled A-line silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, balls, galas, weddings, black-tie parties, big birthday events, and red-carpet events.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9482
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $25.00 $154.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: S
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Kippa Formal Slim Halter Dress
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Dazzle and stun with a formal dress that radiates your timeless style! Kippa features a daring halter neck with criss-cross straps that tie at the nape of the neck, and a partially open back. Her slim-fit bodice leads to a curve-hugging mermaid silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete formal outfit with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone box clutch.
Fit & Features
- Halter neck
- Criss cross straps at nape of neck
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Slim fit waist
- Mermaid silhouette
- Lined smooth knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2293
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kimora Formal Mesh Rhinestone Ruched Long Dress
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A long dress with va va voom vibes! The Kimora formal dress is a thing of beauty for black-tie galas and fancy celebrations! She features fitted sheer long sleeves, a sweetheart neckline adorned with a cowl overlay, a padded bust, a sheer bodice with flexible boning, and side ruched seams to accentuate your curves along her slim silhouette with a flattering high side slit and long hem. The formal dress is composed of a mesh fabric with colored rhinestone embellishments for a shimmer effect and offers plenty of stretch. Complete the look with statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Fitted sheer long sleeves
- Sweetheart neckline, cowl overlay, padded bust
- Sheer bodice, flexible boning
- Side ruched seams, high side slit
- Slim silhouette, long hem
- Rhinestone-embellished mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7308
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $59.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jenelle Cowl Neck Evening Gown
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Show off those curves in the most flattering way, with our Jenelle slim evening gown, doll!
Fit & Features
- Cowl neckline | Criss-cross spaghetti straps
- Sleeveless bodice
- Form fitting silhouette
- Low back-line with zipper closure
- Flared hemline
- Smooth Knit I Ample stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0443
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Adeline Formal Satin Dress
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Step out in our Adeline formal satin dress! She is stunningly designed with tank straps, a v neckline, and a wrap bodice and skirt with horizontal pleated detailing. Her hem is a floor sweeping length and has a subtle slit at one side. She features a low back with a bar detail around the high shoulder and a zipper closure low back. She is composed of a satin like material that offers a slinky form fitting silhouette with moderate stretch.
Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0357
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $22.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Dana Floral Chiffon Tie-Front Dress
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Create a stunning look for parties, bridal showers, or spring photoshoots in the Dana floral chiffon dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a wrap-front V neckline, and a back zipper closure. Her high waist features a tie-front belt and flows out to a floor-length skirt with an A-line silhouette. The airy chiffon fabric showcases a blooming floral print, perfect for the season. Complete your outfit with dainty earrings and new heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, wrap v-neckline, spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Pleated bodice, back zipper closure
- High waist with a tie-front belt
- Floor-length hem, a-line silhouette
- Floral printed chiffon fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0833
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Christen Metallic Sequin Fringe Party Dress
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Watch the Christen sequin mini party dress transform under the dance floor lights as you strike the room with shimmer! She features a flattering V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem decorated with colorful sequin fringe on iridescent metallic fabric perfect for many twirl-worthy moments. Complete the look in platform heels for a birthday or holiday party!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Colorful sequin fringe, iridescent metallic fabric, minimal stretch
- Strapless bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2084
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Skylar Sequin A-Line Formal Dress
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Illuminate the night and have a major fairytale moment in the stunning Skylar sequin formal dress! She features a sleeveless V-neckline, thin bungee straps, a padded bust, a high waist seam, and a fitted, floor-length, A-line silhouette with a thigh-high side slit. The sheer mesh fabric features all-over sequin embroidery with a gorgeous iridescent hue and includes a full knit lining. Complete the look with embellished heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, thin bungee straps
- Padded bust, no bra required
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, fitted, floor-length, A-line silhouette, high side slit
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Iridescent sequin embroidery
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2327
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Naomi Satin Two Piece Dress
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Walk into any room and look effortlessly chic in our beautiful Naomi! Her two-piece design is crafted from sleek satin that shines at every angle. One of her best features is her hidden hand pockets, perfect for storing any touch-up tools!
Fits & Features
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Adjustable Spaghetti Straps I Back Zipper With Hook & Eye
- V Neckline I Padded Bust I Crop Hemline
- Floor Length Hem I Overlap Skirt Reveals Slit
- High Rise Waist I Hidden Hand Pockets
- Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Fully Lined, Satin-Like Fabric
- Moderate Stretch
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Style Number/Barcode: 05006-0538
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Adjustable Spaghetti Straps I Back Zipper With Hook & Eye
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Lindsay Corset Mermaid Sequin Glitter Formal Dress
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The Lindsay sequin glitter formal dress is a real show-stopper designed to make you feel like pure magic! The sheer corset-style bodice brings the drama while the mermaid silhouette puts your curves on display.
All eyes are on you in this radiant dress. If sparkle is your signature, discover stunning sequin prom dresses or opt for effortless sophistication with our eye-catching formal dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sequin glitter applique, mesh partially lined fabric
- V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Sheer corset-styled bodice, bra pads attached
- Low-back design
- Mermaid silhouette, floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
- Extra glitter and sequins for maximum sparkle - may have some natural fallout
Where to Wear:
Prom, black tie parties, galas, glam functions and events
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9714
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: S
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Beatrix Formal X-Back Satin Dress
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Elevate your evening with a formal dress that brings the sophistication and grace to your outfit. Beatrix features a sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups, spaghetti straps, cross-back straps, and a mermaid silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone collar.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Padded cups
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back straps
- Mermaid silhouette
- Lined satin fabric
- Form hugging fit, slight stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1408
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kristi Formal Glitter Mermaid Dress With Gloves
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Glistening with glitter, the Kristi formal dress captives every audience! She features a cowl neckline with spaghetti straps, a pair of sheer elbow-length gloves, and a flattering mermaid silhouette that gracefully flares into a floor-length hem. The formal dress is crafted from an airy glitter mesh fabric that shimmers under any light and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look for a school dance or red carpet event with a glam hair accessory.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps
- One pair of sheer elbow-length gloves
- Mermaid silhouette, floor-length hem
- Glitter mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7685
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $39.97 $76.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Austin Formal Crepe Mermaid Dress
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The Austin formal dress is a stunner for your next dressy event! She radiates sultry-sophistication in her classy, sleeveless, V-neckline, spaghetti straps, and an alluring open-back design with a three-button closure. Your curves have a moment in her form-fitting mermaid silhouette that gracefully leads to a floor-length hem. Complete the look in dainty rhinestone hair clips for an elegant finish.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, V-neckline, spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Open-back design, three-button closure
- Form-fitting mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Crepe fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2313
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Natalie Sleeveless A-Line Mesh Formal Dress
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All eyes will be on you in our gorgeous and glam Natalie formal dress. She features adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, front ruched detailing at the bodice, and a back zipper closure. Her high waist leads to a flowy floor-length skirt with an A-line silhouette. The dress is composed of a shimmery and sheer lurex mesh fabric with a full knit lining. Complete your look with gold statement earrings and a chic evening bag.
Fit & Features
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- V neckline
- Front ruched detailing
- Back zipper closure
- High waist
- A-line silhouette
- Sheer lurex mesh fabric with a full knit lining
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0891
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $14.97 $99.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Betty Formal Off The Shoulder Lace Dress
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Stun in a timeless lace dress that makes a captivating impression! Betty features an off-the-shoulder neckline with scalloped lace trim, a sweetheart bust, long unlined sleeves, a floral lace pattern throughout the chic mermaid silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Complete look with nude heels and a rhinestone headband.
Fit & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline, scalloped lace trim
- Sweetheart bust, adhesive bra recommended
- Long unlined sleeves
- Floral lace pattern
- Mermaid silhouette
- Knee-length knit skirt lining
- Form hugging fit, slight stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1711
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Wendy Sequin Off The Shoulder Dress
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Shine bright like a diamond in the Wendy formal sequin dress for a gorgeous look for a banquet dinner or celebration! She showcases a classy off-the-shoulder neckline with long sleeves, a form-hugging silhouette, and a sultry high-cut front slit along the floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-knit mesh fabric with a sewn-in lining and minimal stretch. Complete your dressy look with statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, long sleeves
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- Back zipper closure
- Form-hugging, high-cut front slit
- Floor-length hem
- Sequin-knit mesh fabric, sewn-in lining, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2462
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $129.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Lilian Formal Glitter Velvet Strappy Back Long Dress
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The Lilian formal glitter velvet long dress is the perfect evening wear choice for black tie parties or galas! Crafted from luxurious glitter velvet fabric, the maxi dress features a one-shoulder neckline, sleeveless design, a padded bust, spaghetti straps, and a head-turning strappy open back. Its slim silhouette and side slit offer a flattering fit, while its long hem and exquisite shimmer lend an air of sophistication to the dress. Complete the look with a bracelet and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Padded bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Spaghetti straps, open strappy back design
- Slim silhouette, high side slit, long hem
- Glitter velvet fabric, stretchy knit lining
- No bra required
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7645
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Claire Lace-Up Sequin Mermaid Dress
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Radiate endless shine and gorgeous glamour in the Claire mermaid dress crafted with intricate sequin embroidery in a stunning scroll pattern. You'll turn heads with the mesh lace-up back design and floor-sweeping hem with godet accents.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with full-length knit lining
- Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Mesh lace-up back design
- Floor-length mermaid silhouette, mesh godets
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, galas, black-tie parties, and celebratory birthdays.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9003
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $119.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Danielle Cold-Shoulder Ruched Knit Formal Dress
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Exude total luxe vibes at your black-tie affair in the Danielle cold-shoulder ruched knit formal dress! Crafted with a stretchy sleek knit fabric, it delivers simple elegance with its chic details. The dress features a cold-shoulder design with adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit and short-sleeved cuffs. The bust is shaped with a wired V-neckline for added structure. The ruched front seam will accentuate your curves, leading to a high-cut slit to showcase some leg on the floor-length silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Stretchy sleek knit fabric lined with knit
- Cold-shoulder design, adjustable spaghetti straps, short-sleeved cuffs
- Wired V-neckline, padded bra cups
- High waist, back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Ruched front seam, high slit
- Floor-length form-fitting silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8294
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rylee Formal Off the Shoulder Crepe Dress
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Bring the elegance to your evening with our formal Rylee dress! She features a dazzling off the shoulder neckline, a sexy cut out at the bust, and a floor-length silhouette with a high side slit. She is composed of a curve-hugging crepe fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with heels and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline
- Cutout at the bust
- High side slit
- Slim floor-length silhouette
- Crepe fabric
- Form-hugging fit
- Moderate stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1149
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Nora Formal Satin Dress
Special OccasionMake a grand entrance as you take their breath away in our charming Nora purple dress! She features an all over rich purple hue, a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline with a wired V neck inset, wide shoulder straps and padded cups. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging floor length silhouette accented with vertical seams to create an hourglass illusion and a high side slit. Dress is composed of a stretchy satin fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" 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: 05002-6102
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Leighton Formal Sequin Strapless Mermaid Dress
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Enchant everyone's evening when you arrive in the Leighton formal sequin long dress! She evokes classy sultriness in a strapless sweetheart neckline with a wired notch cutout, a padded bust, and a mermaid silhouette that hugs your curves down to her dramatic bonded floor-length hem to create a voluminous effect. The formal long dress is embellished with sparkling sequins in a regal scroll pattern on mesh fabric and has a full stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in teardrop earrings for a black tie gala or party!
This dress brings effortless confidence with every step. Love this look? Browse our stunning strapless prom dresses or find a statement style in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, wired notch cutout
- Padded bust, non-slip grip lining
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Mermaid silhouette, bonded floor-length hem
- Sequin scroll embellished pattern
- Mesh fabric, full stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7939
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $49.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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