Select your size1 ColorLulus Lovely Endearment White Satin Sleeveless Backless Maxi Dress
$148
Select your size1 ColorLulus My Kind of Forever White Mesh Floral Embroidered Maxi Dress
Only 4 Left!$148
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Romance Dreamer Green Lace Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress
Only 2 Left!$148
Select your size1 ColorLulus Va Va Voom White Backless Sleeveless Mermaid Maxi Dress
Only 1 Left!$148
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Stunning Personality Sage Green Mesh Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress
$142
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Stunning Personality Pink Mesh Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress
$142
Select your size1 ColorBetsey Johnson SB-Velma Ivory Multi Mesh Beaded Slingback Pumps
$139
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Truly Extraordinary Black Floral Organza One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size1 ColorLulus Beautiful Perfection White Flutter Sleeve Embroidered Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Thriving Poise Blush 3D Floral Embroidered Tie-Strap Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size1 ColorLulus Majestic Glam Black Strapless Textured High-Low Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Infinite Praise Black 3D Floral Embroidered Halter Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Gowning Around Mauve Floral Jacquard Strapless Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Forever Exceptional Black Floral Halter Organza Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Truly Extraordinary Plum Floral Organza One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Truly Extraordinary Purple Floral Organza Strapless Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Perfected Aura Red Jacquard Tie-Back Maxi Dress with Pockets
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Thriving Poise Black 3D Floral Embroidered Tie-Strap Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size1 ColorLulus Infinite Bliss Ivory Lace Sleeveless Backless Trumpet Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Truly Extraordinary Pink Floral Organza Strapless Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Forever Exceptional Light Blue Floral Halter Organza Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Ethereal Love Blue Floral Pleated Tiered Tie-Back Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Forever Exceptional Light Pink Floral Halter Organza Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Gowning Around Yellow Floral Jacquard Strapless Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Ethereal Love Blush Floral Pleated Tiered Tie-Back Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Marvelous Darling Black Lace Ruffled Tiered Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus | Devil Wears Prada Tashi Black Mesh Cowl Back Rhinestone Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Gowning Around Sage Floral Jacquard Strapless Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus | Devil Wears Prada Tashi Blue Mesh Cowl Back Rhinestone Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Midnight Sparkle Black Embroidered Feather Bustier Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Truly Extraordinary Pink Floral Organza One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Garden Radiance Pink Floral Print Organza Tiered Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Perfected Aura Yellow Jacquard Tie-Back Maxi Dress with Pockets
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Thriving Poise Yellow 3D Floral Embroidered Tie-Strap Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Perfected Aura White Jacquard Tie-Back Maxi Dress with Pockets
$138
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Gowning Around Slate Blue Floral Jacquard Strapless Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Infinite Praise Yellow 3D Floral Embroidered Halter Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Marvelous Darling Powder Blue Lace Ruffled Tiered Maxi Dress
Only 2 Left!$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Rare Presence Powder Blue 3D Floral Surplice Maxi Dress
$132
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Rare Presence Navy Blue 3D Floral Surplice Maxi Dress
$132
Select your size1 ColorDolce Vita Lizza Oatmeal Raffia Beaded Slide Sandals
$130
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Rainie Black Floral Jacquard Strapless Lace-Up Maxi Dress
$129
Select your size1 ColorLulus Novalea White Sequin Halter Maxi Dress
$129
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Yavanna Black Floral Jacquard Shift Maxi Dress
$129
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Rainie Cream Floral Jacquard Strapless Lace-Up Maxi Dress
$129
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Avalie Cream Floral Tiered Bustier Maxi Dress
$129
Select your size2 ColorsBetsey Johnson SB-Nikki Ivory Beaded Embroidered Slingback Pumps
$129
Select your size2 ColorsBetsey Johnson SB-Nikki Black Beaded Embroidered Slingback Pumps
$129
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Avalie Black Floral Tiered Bustier Maxi Dress
$129
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Yavanna Black and Blue Floral Jacquard Shift Maxi Dress
$129
Select your size1 ColorSteve Madden Ramos Brown Multi Strappy High Heel Sandals
Only 2 Left!$129
Select your size1 ColorSteve Madden Frenzi Leopard Beaded Ankle Strap High Heel Sandals
Only 1 Left!$129
Select your size1 ColorSteve Madden Teacup Ivory Satin Bow Slingback Pumps
Only 1 Left!$129
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Avalie Plum Purple Tiered Bustier Maxi Dress
Only 1 Left!$129
Select your size1 ColorLulus Alanari White Floral Embroidered Tie-Strap Column Maxi Dress
Only 1 Left!$129
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Elaborate Charm Olive Green Satin Pleated Backless Maxi Dress
$128
Select your size1 ColorLulus Beyond Elegant Black 3D Floral One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
$128
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Perfected Aura Navy Jacquard Tie-Back Maxi Dress with Pockets
Old price$138New price$110.40with code DEALS20
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Truly Extraordinary Black Floral Organza Strapless Maxi Dress
Old price$138New price$110.40with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Eternal Bliss White Tulle Off-the-Shoulder Bustier Maxi Dress
Old price$138New price$110.40with code DEALS20
Special Occasion
Special Occasion Dresses for Women and Teens
Whether you're attending a cocktail party, a gallery opening, a wedding, or a prom, our wide selection of women's special occasion dresses has just the style you need. Finding the perfect occasion dress at the perfect price is easy with Lulus!
What Qualifies as Women's Special Occasion Dresses?
It's smart to have one or two women's dresses for special occasions ready to go in your closet. It's even more fun to shop for new special occasion outfits online. How do you know you're choosing the right style, though?
- If you're buying a dress for a specific event, consider the location, formality, and theme. Is it outdoors? A shorter hem may make more sense. Is the event black tie or cocktail? Different styles suit different dress codes. Is the occasion themed? Picking a dress that subtly acknowledges that will win you brownie points with the host.
- When you're looking for a staple style to add your closet, consider what type of special event dresses you'll get the most mileage out of. If you're dressing for a lot of high-society galas, choose something a little more formal than a dress you'd wear to weddings.
- Can't decide? Not a problem: Since Lulus makes the latest trends affordable, you can buy what you need right now--and then go shopping again when the next season of trends (and events) arrives!
Styling Special Event Dresses
Accessories make the outfit but it's important not to overwhelm special occasion dresses for women with too much extra 'stuff.' Here are a few quick tips for dressing up that gown.
- Special event dresses don't have to be black or neutral. Go for colors, not only with the dress itself but also your shoes and jewelry. Brighten things up with some sparkle--because why not?
- You can't beat pumps or stilettos for a formal feel. Make sure they complement your dress rather than compete with it, though. We have plenty of options, so take your time shopping for the perfect pair of heels.
- For a classic vibe, go with simpler jewelry. Long, delicate chains, glittery studs, and basic geometric designs add a touch of elegance to nearly any look.
- Don't forget the right bag! A cute clutch is just what every formal dress needs.
