Select your size2 ColorsLulus Almeria Navy Blue Strapless Lace-Up Maxi Dress
$118
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Mayley Purple Sequin Strapless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Rawya Black Floral Strapless Maxi Dress and Scarf Set
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Sultry Glamour Black Mesh Rhinestone Backless Maxi Dress
Old price$69New price$55.20with code DEALS20
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Romantic Beauty Red Floral Embroidered Strapless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Event Ready Burgundy Backless Lace-Up Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Jelena Sage Pleated Sleeveless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Georgina Black Jersey Knit Ruched Mermaid Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Aliah Light Nude Lace-Up High Heel Sandals
$45
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Flawless Esteem Black Long Sleeve Cutout Column Maxi Dress
Old price$89New price$71.20with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Prestigious Poise Black Backless Balloon Sleeve Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Keeper of My Heart Black One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
Old price$69New price$55.20with code DEALS20
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Chic Grace Burgundy Velvet Floral Applique Strapless Maxi Dress
$98
Select your size1 ColorLulus Sylvanna Sage Floral Halter Drop Waist Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Niyati Black Floral Strapless Tiered Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Eye-Catching Silhouette Dark Brown Cowl Neck Halter Maxi Dress
Old price$79New price$63.20with code DEALS20
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Beautiful Evenings Emerald Velvet Twist-Front Maxi Dress
$98
Select your size1 ColorLulus Blissful Evening Black Floral Velvet Burnout Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Millie Black Satin Strappy Bow High Heel Slide Sandals
$39
Select your size6 ColorsLulus I'm Enchanted Black Velvet Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress
Old price$79New price$63.20with code DEALS20
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Notorious Icon Wine Red Velvet Asymmetrical Maxi Dress
$79
Select your size1 ColorLulus Pernella Pink Sequin Strapless Twist-Front Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Dynamic Sensation Pink Floral Velvet Burnout Maxi Dress
$88
Select your size1 ColorLulus Cerise Brown Ombre Satin Sleeveless Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Mystical Charm Burgundy Velvet Flutter Sleeve Maxi Dress
$84
Select your size1 ColorLulus True Excellence White Bustier Off-The-Shoulder Gown
Old price$158New price$126.40with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Prestige Plum Mesh Ruched Mermaid Maxi Dress
$79
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Elegant Finesse Light Blue Pleated Cutout Maxi Dress
$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Eleni Dusty Olive Velvet One-Shoulder Sash Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Ronna Navy Ruched Drop Waist Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Celestina Bronze Lurex Puff Sleeve Mermaid Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsCoconuts by Matisse Tia Black Woven Pointed-Toe Mule Pumps
$65
Select your size1 ColorLulus Rabeya Burgundy Velvet Backless Mermaid Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Ellington White Satin Belted Drop Waist Maxi Dress
$148
Select your size1 ColorLulus Promise of Forever Navy Blue Velvet Column Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Midnight Sparkle Black Embroidered Feather Bustier Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size1 ColorLulus Chelisa Beige Floral Ruffled Strapless Bustier Maxi Dress
$99
Select your sizeLulus Epitome of Allure Emerald Green Strapless Ruched Tulip Maxi Dres
$79
Select your size1 ColorLulus Kaisla Black Knotted Strapless Mermaid Maxi Dress
$79
Select your size1 ColorFierria Champagne Rhinestone Pointed-Toe Ankle Strap Pumps
$39
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Aveline Burgundy Jersey Knit Ruched Bodycon Maxi Dress
$69
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Graceful Finesse White Pleated Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Canley Sage Satin Cross-Front Halter Maxi Dress
Old price$98New price$78.40with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Novella Pink Floral Ruffled Bustier Lace-Up Maxi Dress
$118
Select your size1 ColorDV By Dolce Vita Stanza Brown Lace-Up Low Heel Sandals
$80
Select your size1 ColorLulus Cressa Emerald Sleeveless Column Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Just Exquisite Black Rhinestone Mermaid Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Wondrous Romance Dark Purple One-Shoulder Mermaid Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Rare Beauty Hunter Green Tulle Backless Maxi Dress
$78
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Beautiful Evenings Black Velvet Twist-Front Maxi Dress
$98
Select your size1 ColorLulus Maru Plum Purple Long Sleeve One-Shoulder Sash Maxi Dress
$79
Select your size1 ColorLulus Jenlove Light Nude Pointed-Toe Pumps
Old price$45New price$36with code DEALS20
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Ria Emerald Sequin Strapless Mermaid Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsCoconuts by Matisse Tia White Woven Pointed-Toe Mule Pumps
$65
Select your size1 ColorLulus Precious Prize Gold Metallic One-Shoulder Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Ashbury Black Textured Backless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Rania Black Multi Floral Mesh Backless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Arlaith Navy Jacquard Lace-Up Corset Maxi Dress
$128
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Hera Sage Pleated Floral Applique Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Alexandria Turquoise Backless Column Maxi Dress
$99
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.
