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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Liz Formal Crepe Cutout Long Dress
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Showcase your fab figure in the Liz formal dress for your next dressy occasion! She brings all the sultry vibes in her sleek, sleeveless, v-neckline with adjustable spaghetti straps and a cutout bodice that leads to her floor-length hem with a sexy front slit. The formal dress is composed of stretch-crepe fabric with an inner lining. Complete your dressy look with rhinestone strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, v-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Cutout bodice, back zipper closure
- Form-fitting, front slit
- Floor-length hem
- Stretch-crepe fabric, inner lining, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2254
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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All The Right Reasons Satin Bodycon Mini Dress
Turn heads for all the right reasons when you're seen in this sultry satin mini dress! Featuring a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, flexible boning along the waist, and a bodycon silhouette that shows off your fab figure. Complete the look in this mini-length dress with a pair of rhinestone heels for a touch of glam!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Flexible boning waist inserts
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Smooth satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5080
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $5.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lennyn Sequin Lace-Up Party Dress
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Take the spotlight in the oh-so-gorgeous Lennyn sequin dress for your party plans! She features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps that create the lace-up back design, a padded bust, front ruching, and a figure-flaunting bodycon silhouette and mini-length hem. The party dress is crafted with iridescent sequin-knit mesh fabric for that perfect sparkle and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete your look for the school dance or formal birthday event with platform heels and a bracelet!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, padded bust
- Spaghetti straps, lace-up back
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Front ruching, bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Iridescent sequin-knit mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1926
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stacy Glitter Knit Mermaid Formal Dress
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The Stacy formal dress captivates the room in a shimmering glitter fabric that sweeps into her curve-accentuating mermaid silhouette. She features a sleeveless, v-neckline, spaghetti straps, and front ruched detail, and a high-cut slit on a maxi length hem. Perfect for styling with silver heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, spaghetti straps
- V-neckline with padded cups
- Front ruching, high-cut slit
- Mermaid silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1390
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $64.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lex Formal Sequin Open-Back Dress
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Spice up your red carpet look in the Lex formal dress showcasing plenty of skin for some sultry vibes. She features a sleeveless, scoop neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, and an alluring open-back with a satin lace-up tie closure. Her form-fitting silhouette cascades gently to the floor-length hem with a high-cut front slit perfect for flaunting fab stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, scoop neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust, no bra required
- Open-back, satin lace-up tie closure, zipper closure
- Form-fitting silhouette
- Front high-cut slit
- Floor-length hem
- Sequin-knit lined fabric, minimal stretch, fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2343
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $14.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Katrina Ruffled Slit A-Line Glitter Mesh Formal Dress
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The Katrina glitter mesh formal dress is a head-turning silhouette with romantic cascading ruffles, a high front slit for effortless movement, and a flattering A-line fit that'll give princess vibes!
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 fabric, lined
- Scoop neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- A-line silhouette
- Cascading ruffles, high front slit
- Floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, balls, black-tie galas and events, glam functions, big birthday events
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9481
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $154.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: LIGHT, BLUE
Available Size: XS
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Claire Sequin Tulle Party Dress
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Flirty and bold, the Claire sequin tulle party dress will bring total princess vibes. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a cowl draped accent, a padded bust, and adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit. Her high waist seam flows out to a short party skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. The lined tulle fabric features iridescent sequin detailing. Complete the look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, cowl draped accent
- Padded bust, no bra required
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Short party skirt, fit and flare silhouette
- Sheer tulle fabric, iridescent sequin detailing
- Full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1148
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Adaline Formal Sequin Bow Slim-Fit Dress
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Sparks of sparkle fly all over the Adaline formal sequin dress to make a striking impression at black-tie events and dances! She features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, a wide shoulder strap with a bow accent, a form-hugging slim-fit silhouette, and a skin-flaunting high-cut front slit along the floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a glistening sequin embroidered lined fabric designed to catch the light. Style with glam block heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, wide shoulder strap, bow accent
- Hidden back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Form-hugging, slim-fit silhouette, high-cut front slit, floor-length hem
- All-over sequin embroidery
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-3457
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Joan Formal Iridescent Sequin Dress
Special OccasionBring that million dollar shine as you make a luxe entrance in our Joan sequin taupe dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, corded straps that cross at the back and a partially open back that leads to a lower back zipper closure. Her waist features a narrow waist band accent that leads to curve hugging floor length sheath silhouette. She is composed of a mesh fabric adorned with iridescent sequins that reflect flicks of blue and purple shine. Dress is lined with a form hugging mini skirt length smooth knit fabric that offers a slight stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6736
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Janica Plunging Glitter A-Line Dress
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No one will be able to look away as you walk in with our jaw-dropping Janica! With glitter and caviar beading throughout, you'll be an absolute showstopper!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Sheer, Mesh Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
- Plunging V Neckline
- Floor Length Hem I A-Line Silhouette I Lined Skirt With Two High Slits
- Lined Tulle Fabric I Glitter Accents And Caviar Beaded Detailing
- Relaxed Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Square Back With Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure
Model is 5'6" with 31" bust, 26" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0623
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $40.97 $109.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Bella Satin Rhinestone Bow Party Dress
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You'll be a gift that keeps on giving in the Bella satin mini party dress! Perfect for formal cocktail parties and soirees. She features a strapless neckline with non-slip grip lining, a front statement bow with rhinestone trim, and a flattering bodycon silhouette and mini-length hem. The party mini dress is composed of a silky satin-lined fabric that offers a sheen effect. Complete the look in rhinestone heels for an added pop of glam!
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Statement bow, rhinestone trim
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Lined silky satin, sheen effect, moderate stretch
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1640
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Nicolette Sequin & Tulle Dress
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The stunning sequin bodice...the extravagant two-tone tulle...this dress says it all! You'll be working your charm in the glamorous Nicolette!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Plunging V Neckline | Padded Bust
- Mesh Lined Sequin Bodice | Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Floor Length, Contrasting Lined Tulle Skirt
- A-Line Silhouette | Center Front Slit
- Form Flattering Fit | Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05004-0054
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jolie Ruffled High-Low Satin Formal Dress
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Create an effortlessly chic look at homecoming or weddings with the gorgeous Jolie satin formal dress that will showcase a billowy silhouette with each step you take. She features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, a low V-back design with cross-back lace-up straps, a ruffled high-low hem, and a flowy A-line silhouette. The smooth lightweight satin woven fabric has no stretch. Style the high low midi dress with rhinestone embellished heels for a touch of sparkle.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, dart seam accents, spaghetti straps
- Low V-back design, cross-back lace-up straps, tie closure
- Ruffled high-low hem
- Flowy A-line silhouette
- Satin woven fabric, lined bust, no stretch
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7106
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Whittney Formal Crepe A-Line Dress
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Captivating yet subtle details create the eye-catching Whittney formal crepe dress perfect for holiday parties, cocktail events, and galas! She stuns in a classic strapless square neckline, a lightly padded bust, fitted bodice, and a pleated side seam that creates the illusion of an hourglass figure. Her curve-hugging, a-line silhouette offers a show of skin in a high-cut front slit and a long-length hem that gracefully sweeps along the floor. Complete your dressy look in earrings and simple block heels!
Fit & Features
- Strapless square neckline, lightly padded bust
- Fitted bodice
- Side pleated seam, high-cut front slit
- Curve-hugging, a-line silhouette
- Long-length hem, crepe fabric
- A strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-3185
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Harlow Cutout Slit Glitter Formal Dress
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Outshine every guest in the Harlow glitter formal dress designed in a sparkling form-hugging silhouette with a sexy cutout and high slit to flaunt your best self!
Fit & Features
- Glitter fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Cowl neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Cutout bodice
- High front slit
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, big birthday events, dressed-up girl's night, parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9108
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $25.00 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK, RED
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Erin Formal Satin Mermaid Long Dress
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Party-favored and beautifully photogenic, the Erin formal satin dress creates a stunning entrance for bridesmaids and galas! She features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, corset-style seams along her bodice, and a flattering mermaid silhouette with a floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a smooth satin-lined fabric with minimal stretch. Complete the look with a glam clutch and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps
- Corset-style seam bodice
- Mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Lined smooth satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Strapless bra or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7330
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $39.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Zosia V-Neck Mermaid Satin Formal Dress
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A modern beauty with classic details! The Zosia satin formal dress elevates your formal attire for a dressy evening out at a wedding or banquet. Crafted with delicate spaghetti straps and a deep V-neckline, this gown highlights your figure with a side pleated seam and mermaid silhouette. The high front wrap slit and floor-length hem add a touch of glamour, all in luxurious satin fabric. Complete the look with earrings, a bracelet, and heels.
With a smooth, luminous finish, this dress was made to shine. Keep the luxe look going with breathtaking satin prom dresses or go for a sophisticated statement with our wedding guest dresses.
Fit & Features
- Satin fabric
- Spagehtti straps
- High front wrap slit
- Mermaid silhouette
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8352
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kacie Formal Velvet Midi Dress
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Prepare for all the jaws to drop when you're seen in the Kacie formal velvet dress at the annual holiday party! She features an elegant one-shoulder neckline, a long sleeve, a cutout bust, and a form-hugging, midi-length slit hem. The formal dress is composed of a luxuriously soft velvet fabric with a sewn-in lining and moderate stretch. Complete your dressy look in glitzy heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, long sleeve, cutout bust
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Midi-length slit hem
- Velvet fabric, sewn-in lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1265
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kayla Tulle Short Party Dress
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Capture the attention of the room in the Kayla ruffled tulle party dress that brings the voluminous fashion! She features a strapless square neckline with non-slip grip lining, an elasticized cinched waist, and a ruffled tiered short-length silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a tulle mesh fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and minimal stretch. Style with sparkly glitter heels and a chic clutch to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Strapless square neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Hidden side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Elasticized cinched waist
- Ruffled tiered short-length silhouette
- Tulle mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1630
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $39.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Aracely Glitter Crepe Mermaid Dress
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Our gorgeous Aracely is the embodiment of your shine and glow! Slip her on and work it!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Square Neckline | Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Floor Length Hemline | High Front Slit
- Mermaid Silhouette
- Crepe Glitter Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0680
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Leanna My Sunshine Floral Dress
Special OccasionLeanna simply radiates and you'll be the light at your next special occasion! She features a plunging neckline, adjustable narrow straps that create an X back, pleating in the bodice, and a high waist band. Skirt has a flowy, A-line silhouette for an ethereal and romantic look. Leanna has a knit short skirt lining and is comopsed of a semi-sheer floral chiffon fabric with no stretch. She includes an exposed 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: 05002-6769
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Darlene Formal Satin Wrap Slit Long Dress
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Make your entrance! Create a memorizing allure in the Darlene formal satin dress featuring a classy, one-shoulder neckline, a built-in padded bust, and a fitted bodice. Showcase your figure in her form-fitting, wrap skirt with a sultry side slit on a floor-length hem. She's composed of a silky smooth satin-lined fabric with a moderate stretch. Finish the look with rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder strap neckline
- Built-in padded bust, no bra required
- Front wrap skirt, side slit, back zipper closure
- Fitted bodice
- Form-fitting, floor-length hem
- Silky smooth satin-lined fabric
- Fits true to size, moderate stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2124
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $19.97 $78.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shelby Lace-Up Slit Sequin Formal Dress
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For a special evening out the Shelby sequin formal dress is sure to deliver! Boasting a lace-up back that turns heads and a high front slit for effortless allure all night long.
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 embellished pattern
- Mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Sweetheart neckline, built-in padded underwire bust
- Lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- High front slit
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, big birthday events, glam parties and events, formal soirees
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9402
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $99.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: CORAL
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Jodi Tulle A-Line Dress
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Step out in our dreamy Jodi! Her tulle overlay adds an ethereal flow everywhere you go.
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
- Deep V Neckline I Padded Bust
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Sweeping Floor-Length Hemline I A-Line Silhouette I Thigh High Slit
- Fully Lined Knit Fabric With Tulle Overlay
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0655
Category Name: Formal Dresses
Price: $29.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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