Select your size4 ColorsLulus Frona Burgundy Mesh Backless Maxi Dress$79
Select your size1 ColorLulus Carlotta Blue Floral Chiffon Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Anaiis Olive Green Floral Burnout Strapless Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Kathani Purple Floral Jacquard Bustier Maxi Dress$118
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Daya Royal Blue Satin Slip Maxi Dress and Scarf Set$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Sanza Red Floral Halter Shift Maxi DressOld price$99New price$79.20with code DEALS20
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Nyrah Berry Red Satin Pleated Strapless Maxi DressOld price$99New price$79.20with code DEALS20
Select your sizeLulus Notorious Charm Emerald Pleated Flutter Sleeve Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Marybeth Royal Blue Satin Open-Back Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Allie White Floral Applique Shift Maxi Dress$148
Select your size1 ColorLulus Avamarie Black Floral Tiered Halter Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Bernadette Purple Floral Satin Jacquard Maxi Dress$99
Select your sizeLulus Always Remarkable Burgundy Pleated Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Marybeth Black Satin Open-Back Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Tamaya Magenta Satin One-Shoulder Maxi Dress$99
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Avalie Black Floral Tiered Bustier Maxi Dress$129
Select your size2 ColorsSteve Madden Beki Black Leather Ankle Strap High Heel Sandals$119.95
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Thriving Poise Teal 3D Floral Embroidered Tie-Strap Maxi Dress$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Gelsey Black Pleated Halter Shift Maxi DressOld price$89New price$71.20with code DEALS20
Select your sizeLulus Heavenly Hues Plum Maxi Dress$99
Select your sizeLulus Classic Elegance Navy Satin Sleeveless Mock Neck Maxi Dress$89
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Truly Extraordinary Purple Floral Organza Strapless Maxi Dress$138
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Truly Extraordinary Plum Floral Organza One-Shoulder Maxi DressOld price$138New price$110.40with code DEALS20
Select your sizeLulus Poised Performance Rust Red Plisse One-Shoulder Maxi Dress$89
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Luxe Favorite Dark Purple Strapless Ruched Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Nantessa Black Floral Applique Lace-Up Maxi DressOld price$99New price$79.20with code DEALS20
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Charlene Black Pleated Strapless Maxi Dress$118
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Tamaya Emerald Green Satin One-Shoulder Maxi Dress$99
Select your sizeLulus Whimsical Beauty Brown Satin Plisse Strapless Maxi Dress$89
Select your sizeLulus Glamorous Disposition Black Ruched Maxi Dress$88
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Classic Elegance Plum Chiffon Sleeveless Mock Neck Maxi Dress$89
Select your sizeLulus Signature Elegance Plum Purple Satin One-Shoulder Maxi DressOld price$99New price$79.20with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Cayton Emerald Pleated One-Shoulder Maxi DressOld price$98New price$78.40with code DEALS20
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Dacie Black Floral Burnout Pleated Bustier Maxi DressOld price$99New price$79.20with code DEALS20
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Rare Presence Navy Blue 3D Floral Surplice Maxi Dress$132
Select your size1 ColorLulus Liliyana Orange Multi Print Satin Maxi Dress$99
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Gwenny Burgundy Satin Plisse Maxi DressOld price$99New price$79.20with code DEALS20
Select your sizeLulus Gorgeous Purpose Emerald Satin Pleated Sleeveless Bow Maxi DressOld price$99New price$79.20with code DEALS20
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Beatrix Black Plunge Maxi Dress$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Murielle Black Mesh Ruched Maxi Dress$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Beatrix Berry Plunge Maxi Dress$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Hannah Black One-Shoulder Maxi Dress$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Charlene Champagne Pleated Strapless Maxi Dress$118
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Atori Black Mesh Sleeveless Maxi DressOld price$79New price$63.20with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Lucine Blue Floral Tiered Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Sweetest Beloved White Mesh Embroidered Sleeveless Maxi DressOld price$218New price$174.40with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Wharton Burgundy Burnout Lace-Up Maxi Dress$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Leora Olive Green Pleated Tiered Maxi DressOld price$99New price$79.20with code DEALS20
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Atori Wine Red Mesh Sleeveless Maxi DressOld price$79New price$63.20with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Neely Blue Floral Halter Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Maryann Rust Brown Plisse Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Laveau White Lace Bustier Backless Mermaid Maxi DressOld price$158New price$126.40with code DEALS20
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Miselle Navy Blue Halter Maxi DressOld price$99New price$79.20with code DEALS20
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Tatianna Blue Floral Jacquard Strapless Maxi Dress$118
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Hannah Plum One-Shoulder Maxi Dress$79
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Marvelous Darling Black Lace Ruffled Tiered Maxi Dress$138
Select your size1 ColorLulus Katia White Strapless Drop Waist Maxi Dress$99
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Corella Purple Floral Pleated Backless Maxi Dress$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Ravishing Poise Brown Velvet Cowl Back Sleeveless Maxi DressOld price$88New price$70.40with code DEALS20
Select your size1 ColorLulus Amiria Black Burnout Velvet Long Sleeve Maxi Dress$89
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.
