Select your size1 ColorLulus Liliane White Beaded Sleeveless Maxi Dress
$298
Select your size1 ColorLulus Celestina Bronze Lurex Puff Sleeve Mermaid Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus True Excellence White Bustier Off-The-Shoulder Gown
$158
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Whitley Mint Green Floral Pleated Sleeveless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Lavish Style Dark Magenta Velvet Mesh One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Mykala Light Pink Abstract Pleated Strapless Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus | Devil Wears Prada Sharra Mauve Floral Jacquard Bubble Hem Maxi Dress
$118
Select your size1 ColorLulus Rani Navy Taffeta Halter Maxi Dress
$118
Select your size1 ColorLulus Amberline Navy Velvet Burnout Halter Maxi Dress
$99
Select your sizeLulus Heavenly Hues Light Blue Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Charming Event Light Pink Asymmetrical Ruffled Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Compelling Romantic Burgundy Ruffled Tiered Maxi Dress
$118
Select your size1 ColorLulus Kasandra Pink Multi Floral Organza Drop Waist Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Velma Blush Floral Ruffled Asymmetrical Maxi Dress
$84
Select your size2 ColorsLulus | Devil Wears Prada Wynter Rose Gold Sequin Bustier Maxi Dress
$88
Select your size1 ColorAlaris Ivory Crochet Lace Low Heel Slide Sandals
$35
Select your size1 ColorLulus | Devil Wears Prada Jeyne Black Bustier Three-Piece Maxi Dress
$198
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Infinitely Elegant Midnight Blue Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Ellington White Satin Belted Drop Waist Maxi Dress
$148
Select your size1 ColorLulus Rocca Rust Plisse Pleated Cutout One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Maevyn Light Yellow Cowl Back Column Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Rabeya Burgundy Velvet Backless Mermaid Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Pernella Pink Sequin Strapless Twist-Front Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Xylana Royal Blue Velvet Sequin Halter Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsBetsey Johnson SB-Nikki Black Beaded Embroidered Slingback Pumps
$129
Select your size1 ColorLulus Maxwell Dark Green Velvet Halter Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus | Devil Wears Prada Delphina Ivory Jersey Knit Halter Sash Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Whitley Pink Floral Pleated Sleeveless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Yasna Burgundy Velvet Ruched Surplice Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Payton Light Blue Floral Burnout Drop Waist Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Arietta Green Pleated Strapless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Maren Rust Velvet Strapless Mermaid Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Eloisa Light Olive Satin Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsBeach by Matisse Tia Black Woven Pointed-Toe Mule Pumps
$65
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Mystical Charm Burgundy Velvet Flutter Sleeve Maxi Dress
$84
Select your size1 ColorLulus Promise of Forever Navy Blue Velvet Column Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Whitley Light Pink Floral Pleated Sleeveless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Avaia Pink Floral Strapless Maxi Dress
$118
Select your size1 ColorLulus Rhodria Black Rhinestone Cowl Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
$128
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Romari Emerald Velvet Ruffled Puff Sleeve Bow Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Romance in the Making Beige Floral Print Velvet Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Romantically Speaking Powder Blue Cowl Lace-Up Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Prim Black Multi Floral Burnout Velvet Cowl Back Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Garden Meandering Light Pink Floral Print Maxi Dress
$69
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Duarte Emerald Velvet Cowl Back Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Patricia Black Velvet Burnout Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Dynamic Sensation Blue Floral Velvet Burnout Maxi Dress
$88
Select your size1 ColorLulus Hensley Lavender Multi Floral Bustier Maxi Dress
$128
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Adeline Light Pink Floral One-Shoulder Scarf Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Marvelous Darling Black Lace Ruffled Tiered Maxi Dress
$138
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Duarte Burgundy Velvet Cowl Back Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Zoraia Olive Velvet Cowl-Back Sleeveless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus | Devil Wears Prada Dani Blue Mesh Bustier Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Prestige Plum Mesh Ruched Mermaid Maxi Dress
$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Payton Pink Floral Burnout Drop Waist Maxi Dress
$99
Select your sizeLulus Remarkable Arrival Light Yellow Sleeveless Maxi Dress
$99
Select your size1 ColorDolce Vita Lizza Oatmeal Raffia Beaded Slide Sandals
$130
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Keep It Interesting Green Asymmetrical Cutout Halter Maxi Dress
$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Rare Presence Navy Blue 3D Floral Surplice Maxi Dress
$132
Select your size2 ColorsLulus | Devil Wears Prada Tashi Blue Mesh Cowl Back Rhinestone Maxi Dress
$138
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.
