Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Elevate your wedding guest style with these gorgeous long dresses. Whether you prefer a flattering A-line, dramatic mermaid, or sleek sheath silhouette, these styles feature luxe fabrics like satin, rhinestones, velvet, and glitter knit. Perfect for semi-formal, formal, or black-tie weddings, with stunning details like side slits, low backs, and strappy or strapless necklines. Find your picture-perfect long dress or gown for your upcoming wedding celebration.
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Long Wedding Guest Dresses
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Long Wedding Guest Dresses That Make Every Moment Memorable
Celebrate in style with Windsor’s collection of long wedding guest dresses, designed to elevate your presence at every type of ceremony. Whether you’re attending a vineyard reception, a chic city soirée, or a luxe black-tie celebration, these sweeping silhouettes bring instant sophistication and show-stopping energy.
Elegant Silhouettes & Luxe Fabrics
Explore curve-loving mermaid gowns, sleek column dresses, and airy chiffon maxis that float with every step. From soft florals to bold jewel tones and timeless neutrals, this edit features standout fabrics—think satin, glitter mesh, crepe, and lace—that look stunning in photos and feel just as good as they look.
Modern Details & Romantic Touches
Looking for a style that balances elegance and edge? Try corset bodices, high slits, lace-up backs, or open-shoulder necklines. Prefer something softer? Discover long guest dresses with flutter sleeves, tiered skirts, and embroidered accents that bring a romantic, elevated vibe.
Perfect for Every Celebration
No matter the setting—black tie, garden, coastal, or semi-formal—Windsor’s long wedding guest dresses are crafted to fit the occasion. Designed for movement, comfort, and unforgettable style, these gowns ensure you arrive polished and poised.
Shop Windsor’s collection of long wedding guest dresses online, in-app, or at 350+ Windsor stores and find the perfect look for your next celebration.
What are the best silhouettes for a long wedding guest dress?
Popular silhouettes include mermaid, column, trumpet, and asymmetrical designs, each offering a unique look. Mermaid and trumpet styles create a form-fitting, dramatic effect, while column and asymmetrical dresses provide a sleek, modern feel. Explore a variety of options in Windsor's full collection of wedding guest dresses to find the perfect fit for your next event.
What fabrics work best for long wedding guest dresses?
The best fabric depends on the season and wedding setting. Satin and velvet bring a luxe touch to evening or winter weddings, while chiffon and crepe offer lightweight elegance for spring and summer celebrations. Mesh and lace add texture, and glitter fabrics create a statement look for formal occasions.
Can I wear a long dress to a casual or outdoor wedding?
Yes! A long dress can be perfect for outdoor or semi-casual weddings when styled appropriately. Opt for flowy fabrics like chiffon or lightweight satin, and choose relaxed silhouettes like maxi, A-line, or column styles. Pair with strappy sandals or wedges for a more effortless look.
Create your head-to-toe wedding guest look by shopping Windsor online, in-app, or at over 350 retail stores across the U.S. and Canada. Whether celebrating in a candlelit ballroom or under the stars, these long wedding guest dresses ensure you arrive in style.
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Patricia Glitter Cowl Neck Column Dress
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The sparkling Patricia glitter formal dress makes the perfect entrance at dances and fancy parties! The shimmering floor-length dress showcases a flattering cowl neckline leading to the column silhouette that accentuates your curves.
Fit & Features
- Glitter fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Cowl neckline, padded bra cups
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruched side seams
- Column silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, weddings, red-carpet events, and fancy parties.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9072
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: ORANGE
Available Size: XS, S
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Parker Formal Butterfly Embroidered A-Line Dress
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Look like you've stepped out of the pages of a fairytale book in the ethereal Parker formal butterfly dress - a whimsical boho-chic bridal style or an enchanting night at prom! She features a sleeveless plunge V-neckline, sleek adjustable spaghetti straps that cross along her open back, a surplice pleated bust, and a flattering A-line silhouette with a floor-length hem. The formal dress is designed with beautiful butterfly embroidery along the bodice and hem on airy mesh fabric and a stretchy knit lining with dual front slits. Complete the look with boho dangly earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunge V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Open back, cross straps, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Pleated and surplice bust, sticky bra recommended
- A-line silhouette, floor-length hem
- Butterfly embroidery along the bodice and hem
- Airy mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining with dual front slits
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7068
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $9.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alaina Asymmetric One-Shoulder Mermaid Dress
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The Alaina formal mermaid dress was made for a red-carpet moment! She features a sleeveless asymmetric one-shoulder neckline with a cutout leading from the bust to the back, a single spaghetti strap and thin shoulder strap, ruching at the bodice, and an alluring open-back design. Her high waist seam flows out to a floor-length, fitted, mermaid silhouette with a chic thigh-high front slit to showcase your heels. The crepe fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete the look for a gala with rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless asymmetric one-shoulder neckline, front cutout
- Sticky bra recommended
- Spaghetti strap, thin shoulder strap
- Ruching at the bodice, open back, zipper closure
- High waist seam, floor-length mermaid silhouette, high front slit
- Form-hugging fit
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2599
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $14.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Charlie Formal Double Slit A-Line Dress
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Make a captivating entrance with a dress that brings the drama! Charlie features a halter neckline with a partially lined bodice, a sweetheart bust, dual high side slits, and an A-line silhouette. The dress is composed of a partially lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a sparkly glitter clutch.
Fit & Features
- Halter neckline, partially lined bodice
- Sweetheart bust
- Dual high side slits
- A-line silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1392
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Serena Strapless Corset Sequin Column Formal Dress
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Turn heads with your sparkling entrance in the Serena corset sequin formal dress at black tie events! Designed with a sequin scroll pattern on mesh-lined fabric, this gown will make you feel like a true masterpiece. She features a strapless sweetheart neckline that enhances your curves while the padded underwire bust offers lifted support. The satin corset seams add a touch of sophistication, leading to a stunning column silhouette and floor-length hem. Complete the look with statement earrings.
This dazzling dress was made for the spotlight! Love the shimmer? Discover more sequin prom dresses or find a sophisticated look in our wedding guest dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sequin scroll pattern, mesh fabric, nude stretchy knit lining
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Built-in padded underwire bust
- Column silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Black-tie weddings, galas, red-carpet events, and fancy parties.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8318
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $19.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS
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Emberly Sequin One-Shoulder High Slit Formal Dress
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Dazzling with a sultry dramatic flair, the Emberly sequin formal dress will radiate glamour at your soiree! Crafted with stunning sequin embroidery in an all-over chic draped curved pattern, she features a sleeveless asymmetric one-shoulder neckline, an open back with a thin asymmetric strappy design accented with mini rhinestones, a floor-length hem with a high-cut side slit for an alluring touch, and a slim-fit silhouette. The sheer mesh fabric includes a full-length knit lining. Complete your gorgeous formal look in this long dress with a pair of strappy stilettos!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless asymmetric one-shoulder neckline, dart seam details
- Open back, thin asymmetric strappy design, rhinestone embellishments
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Floor-length hem, high-cut side slit, slim-fit silhouette
- Sequin embroidery, draped curved pattern
- Sheer mesh fabric, full-length knit lining, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7953
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Paige Formal Ruched Mermaid Dress
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Put your curves on display in the Paige formal dress destined to be your plus-one at weddings or fancy cocktail soirees! She features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, spaghetti strap, and side ruched seams that accentuate your femme figure along her flattering mermaid, floor-length silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a slinky knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Style with a collar necklace and heels to complete the look.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, spaghetti strap
- Side ruched seams, mermaid silhouette
- Floor-length hem
- Slinky knit fabric
- Moderate stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6896
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Loni Formal Velvet One-Shoulder Mermaid Dress
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Your allure in the Loni formal velvet long dress will be impossible to ignore when you strut into a gala or holiday soiree! She features a one-shoulder neckline, adjustable spaghetti strap, a padded bust, a mermaid silhouette that flaunts your curves, and a revealing high front slit that leads to her floor-length hem. The floor-length gown is composed of a soft velvet fabric that exudes elegance and offers plenty of stretch. Complete the look with platform heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti strap
- Padded bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Mermaid silhouette, high front slit
- Floor-length hem
- Velvet fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7680
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $14.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Adeline Formal Sequin Strappy Mermaid Dress
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Light-reflecting iridescent sequins cover the Adeline formal dress to captive out on the dance floor at receptions or celebrations! She features a sleeveless V-neck with a sheer mesh insert, a lightly padded bust, bungee spaghetti straps that shape the strappy open-back design, and a mermaid silhouette with a flirty high slit along the floor-length hem. The formal dress is crafted from sequin-knit mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Style with a gorgeous necklace and earring set.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neck, sheer mesh insert
- Bungee spaghetti straps, lightly padded bust
- Strappy open-back
- Mermaid silhouette, front high slit, floor-length hem
- Sequin-knit mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6887
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $9.97 $145.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shakira Cowl Neck Lace Mermaid Formal Dress
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The Shakira formal dress is destined to make a grand entrance at your next event! She features a sleeveless cowl neckline with a display of delicate lace to add a romantic touch to her mermaid silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth silk-like fabric that effortlessly hugs your curves into a floor-length mermaid silhouette. Complete your look with a rhinestone necklace and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, cowl neckline
- Lace insert with padded cups
- Spaghetti straps
- High waist
- Mermaid silhouette
- Smooth silk fabric
- Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1393
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Nicolette Lace-Up Mermaid Crepe Formal Dress
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Classy and sophisticated, the Nicolette crepe formal dress is destined to be a chic option for banquets or black-tie soirees! Crafted from stretch crepe fabric, this formal gown offers a polished look. Featuring a V-neckline that highlights your bust, padded bra cups for support, and adjustable spaghetti straps to get a perfect fit. The lace-up back adds a head-turning factor while the high front slit and mermaid silhouette accentuates your figure along the floor-length hem. Complete the look with a lariat necklace and heels.
Fit & Features
- Crepe fabric with stretch, partial knit lining
- Spaghetti straps
- Padded bra cups
- Lace-up, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- High front slit
- Mermaid silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8380
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Meara Formal A-Line Sequin Dress
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Bring the glitz with a formal dress that illuminates the night! Meara features a sleeveless square neckline, padded cups, bungee spaghetti straps, multiple bungee bar straps, a damask sequin pattern, and an A-line silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Padded cups, bungee spaghetti straps
- Bungee bar straps, damask sequin print
- High waist
- Lower back zipper closure
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form-hugging fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2349
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $19.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Juliana Ruche Mermaid Mesh Formal Dress
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The Juliana mesh formal dress is a showstopper with a mermaid silhouette and ruching designed to accentuate your figure!
Fit & Features
- Mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Ruched seams
- Mermaid silhouette, floor-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, weddings, bridesmaids, formal functions, fancy date nights, dinner parties, celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-9335
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alayna Velvet Off-The-Shoulder Mermaid Dress
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Luxe with a shimmery allure, the Alayna formal mermaid dress is designed with a glitzy glitter velvet fabric perfect for your next black-tie affair. It features an off-the-shoulder neckline with a V-cut center accent, short sleeve cuffs, ruching at the waist to accentuate your curves, and a floor-sweeping mermaid silhouette with a high-cut side slit to showcase some leg.
Fit & Features
- Glitter velvet fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Off-the-shoulder neckline with V-wired center, short sleeve cuffs
- Padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- High waist seam
- High side slit
- Floor-length mermaid silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8622
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Diane Sequin Drape Back Formal Dress
Our Diane sequin drape back formal dress knows how to make you shine! She features tank-like shoulder straps that lead to a dramatic drape back detail, a wrap-front with a deep V neckline, a high waist, and a curve-hugging silhouette with a floor-length skirt. The dress is composed of a sheer knit fabric with all-over sequin embroidering, and includes a stretchy knit lining. Complete your look with a rhinestone collar necklace and dainty earrings.
Fit & Features
- Tank-like shoulder straps
- Drape back with layered detailing
- Wrap-front with a deep V neckline
- Side zipper and hook and eye closure
- Flattering curve-hugging fit
- Sheer knit fabric with a knit lining, moderate stretch
- All-over sequin embroidering
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0621
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $9.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Deanna Formal Sleeveless Mermaid Dress
Special OccasionBring the glamour in our unforgettable Deanna dress! She features a red hue, a sleeveless straight neckline, padded cups, a built in no slip strip, princess seams and a floor length mermaid silhouette accented with a high side slit. Her back features a lattice accent with small metal d-rings. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
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: 05002-6676
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Britt Sleeveless Mermaid Rhinestone Formal Dress
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You'll be an utterly dazzling sight in the Britt rhinestone formal dress at weddings, banquets, or galas! She features a square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, padded bra cups, and a stunning mermaid silhouette, this dress is designed for an elegant and sophisticated look. The rhinestone mesh fabric adds a touch of glamour, while the front slit and floor-length hem provide an alluring finish. Complete the look with a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Rhinestone embellished
- Mesh fabric line with stretchy knit
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Square neckline, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Front slit, mermaid silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-8503
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Gwenyth Iridescent Lace Up Dress
Special OccasionAren't you a rare sight? This magical lavender Gwenyth lace up dress is a true fantasy! She features a deep V neckline, a plunging back with lace up straps, an exposed back zipper closure, and all over iridescent purple sequins. A body-hugging silhouette is complemented with her floor length trumpet skirt that flares at the hem. Gwenyth includes a short knit lining and has minimal stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6247
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $33.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Gabriella Floral Embroidered Tie Back Formal Dress
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For those moments when only unforgettable will do, the Gabriella formal dress is a vision in floral embroidered mesh, made to glide with you. Its curve-hugging silhouette, high front slit, and delicate tie-back detail bring soft drama with every step.
Fit & Features
- Floral embroidered, mesh fabric, stretch knit lining
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Tie-back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- High front slit
- Curve-hugging, floor-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, galas, black tie events, bridal showers, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, fancy date nights, birthday dinners, milestone events
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-000183
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kaylani Formal Satin Cowl Neck Long Dress
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Crafted from silky satin, the Kaylani formal dress is all about bringing romance to weddings or red-carpet events! She stuns in a sleeveless cowl neckline, tank straps, and a flattering A-line silhouette with a sultry high-cut front slit along her floor-length hem. The formal dress is composed of non-stretch satin fabric with a subtle sheen effect. Style with rhinestone hoop earrings and a clutch to complete the dressy look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, tank straps
- Back zipper closure
- A-line silhouette
- High-cut front slit, foor-length hem
- Non-stretch satin fabric, subtle sheen
- Bra friendly design
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7205
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Amy Formal Strapless Mermaid Dress
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Elegantly chic, the Amy formal strapless mermaid dress will be sure to turn heads. She features a straight-across neckline with pleating at the bust and flexible boning, a high waist seam, vertical seams that start at the bust and continue down the dress, a hip-hugging fit, and a floor-sweeping bonded hem with a figure-flattering mermaid silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a sleek scuba-kit fabric with lining and minimal stretch. Complete the look with a dazzling rhinestone jewelry set and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Strapless straight-across neckline, flexible boning
- Pleating at the bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- High waist seam, vertical seams down the dress
- Form-hugging fit at the hips
- Floor-sweeping bonded hem, mermaid silhouette
- Sleek scuba knit fabric, lining, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7067
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $19.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Mollie Formal Satin Side Slit Long Dress
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Crafted of silky satin, the romantic Mollie formal dress is perfect for making a memorable entrance as a bridesmaid or a black tie gala! She features a sleeveless square neck, spaghetti straps, and a side pleated seam that shapes the form-hugging slim silhouette with a sultry high-cut side slit and long hem. The formal dress is composed of lined satin fabric with minimal stretch. Complete the look with a glam bracelet and platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, spaghetti straps
- Side pleated seam
- Form-hugging, slim silhouette
- High-cut side slit, long-length hem
- Lined silky satin, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6854
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Yamileth Formal Lace Up Velvet Dress
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Lace up in a luxe formal dress that stuns from the moment you enter the room! Yamileth features a sleeveless V-neckline with padded cups, spaghetti straps, lace-up straps that cross at the back, and a curve-hugging an A-line silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone tennis bracelet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups
- Spaghetti straps
- Lace-up straps, cross at back
- A-line silhouette
- Lined velvet fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1429
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $14.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Holly Long Sleeve Formal Dress
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Showcase chic elegance with a touch of sultry style in the Holly formal dress. She features a multi-wear convertible design, a cowl neckline, a fitted high waist seam, and a curve-hugging floor-length silhouette with a thigh-high side slit. Complete the look with a pair of stiletto heels and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Cowl neckline
- Multi-wear convertible design
- Bra-friendly
- Fitted high waist seam
- Floor-length silhouette, high side slit
- Smooth knit fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2308
Category Name: Long Wedding Guest Dresses
Price: $14.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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