Select your size2 ColorsLulus Leanna Black Mesh Column Maxi Dress$79
Select your size1 ColorLulus Eloria White and Blue Floral Halter Maxi Dress$118
Select your size1 ColorLulus Marlene Light Pink Floral Pleated Drop Waist Maxi Dress$118
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Romari Burgundy Velvet Ruffled Puff Sleeve Bow Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Elaborate Excellence Hot Pink Strapless Bodycon Maxi Dress$89
Select your size2 ColorsCoconuts by Matisse Tia White Woven Pointed-Toe Mule Pumps$65
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Leigh Champagne Gold Strappy High Heel Sandals$39
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Reeva Light Blue Plisse Drop Waist Maxi DressOld price$79New price$63.20with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorCarmine Ivory Platform Ankle Strap High Heel Sandals$39
Select your size1 ColorLulus Rhonna Emerald Green Velvet Sequin Mermaid Maxi Dress$118
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Marnella Burgundy Floral Velvet Burnout Asymmetrical Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Deanira White Satin Backless Column Maxi Dress$118
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Elegant Admiration Emerald Green Floral One-Shoulder Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Miselle Emerald Green Mock Neck Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Unforgettable Rust Red Asymmetrical Halter Maxi Dress$89
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Danalia Navy Floral Burnout Strapless Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Yasna Brown Velvet Ruched Surplice Long Sleeve Maxi Dress$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Narasha Black Pleated Strapless Maxi Dress$88
Select your size1 ColorLulus Krystal Light Pink Floral Pleated Halter Maxi Dress$118
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Thula Black Cutout U-Bar Column Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorFierria Champagne Rhinestone Pointed-Toe Ankle Strap PumpsOld price$39New price$31.20with code DEALS20
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Wonderful Waltz Coral Floral Print Strapless Bustier Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Claudette White Satin Strapless Bustier Maxi Dress$298
Select your size1 ColorLulus Cressa Emerald Sleeveless Column Maxi Dress$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Iconic Excellence Magenta Asymmetrical Strapless Maxi Dress$79
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Elkay Burgundy Pleated Satin Drop Waist Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Leanna Light Blue Mesh Column Maxi Dress$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Going for the Wow Emerald Green Long Sleeve Cutout Maxi Dress$82
Select your size1 ColorLulus Ayanna Ivory Satin Bow Ankle Strap High Heel SandalsOld price$49New price$39.20with code DEALS20
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Reeva Light Pink Plisse Drop Waist Maxi Dress$79
Select your size1 ColorELLIATT Ellsworth Ivory Mixed-Media Pearl A-Line Maxi Dress$258
Select your size1 ColorJody Gold Metallic Strappy High Heel Sandals$45
Select your size1 ColorLulus Brilliant Grace Light Pink Ruffled One-Shoulder Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Ria Navy Blue Sequin Strapless Mermaid Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Jenni White Satin Beaded Ankle Strap High Heel Sandals$49
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Faire Tan Pointed-Toe Mules$45
Select your size1 ColorLulus Lovely Endearment White Satin Sleeveless Backless Maxi Dress$148
Select your size1 ColorAvina Brown Pointed-Toe Slingback PumpsOld price$39New price$31.20with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Edessa White Beaded Maxi Dress$328
Select your size1 ColorLulus Ashbury Black Textured Backless Maxi Dress$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Aveley Light Pink Tiered Shift Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Velma Sage Floral Ruffled Asymmetrical Maxi DressOld price$84New price$67.20with code DEALS20
Select your sizeLulus Heavenly Hues Plum Floral Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Elegant Success Rust Velvet Rhinestone Strapless Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorSteve Madden Edna White Pearl Strappy High Heel Slide Sandals$119.95
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Arietta Hot Pink Pleated Strapless Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Avi Light Pink Pleated Sleeveless Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsBaila Black Ankle Strap High Heel Sandals$39
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Lyanna Bright Blue Strapless Column Maxi Dress$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Amaria Black Tiered Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Notorious Icon Navy Blue Velvet Asymmetrical Maxi Dress$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Sienna Chartreuse Satin Backless Maxi Dress$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Avalie Plum Purple Tiered Bustier Maxi Dress$129
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Aliah Black Lace-Up High Heel Sandals$45
Select your size1 ColorLulus Talitha Silver Ankle Strap High Heel Sandals$49
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Ellisyn Black Ponte Knit Halter Maxi Dress$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Claudia Light Orange Multi Floral Strapless Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Ellisyn Ivory Ponte Knit Halter Maxi Dress$89
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Alanis Light Blue Floral Burnout Lace-Up Maxi Dress$99
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Graceful Finesse White Pleated Long Sleeve 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.
