Select your size1 ColorLorelei Plum Satin Bow Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Mercedes White Satin Cape Wedding Dress$128
Select your size1 ColorLulus Averette Burgundy Velvet Pleated One-Shoulder Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Rhonda Burgundy Pleated Drop Waist Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsUla Burgundy Jersey Knit Column Maxi Dress$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus | Devil Wears Prada Coco Red Taffeta One-Shoulder Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Allison Sage Floral Burnout Drop Waist Maxi DressOnly 5 Left!$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Oleta Lavender Multi Floral Ruffled Maxi Dress$118
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Laney Light Yellow Strapless Corset Maxi DressOnly 5 Left!$99
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Cazy Royal Blue Jersey Knit Twist-Front Maxi DressOnly 5 Left!$79
Select your sizeLulus Notorious Charm Black Pleated Flutter Sleeve Maxi DressOnly 5 Left!$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Calisto Black Velvet Halter Mermaid Maxi DressOnly 5 Left!$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Annina Orange Cutout Column Maxi DressOnly 5 Left!$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Annina Black Cutout Column Maxi DressOnly 5 Left!$79
Select your size1 ColorLulus Dalya Black Sequin Strapless Maxi DressOnly 5 Left!$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Devereux Sorbet Croc-Embossed Bow High Heel SandalsOnly 5 Left!$45
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Momentous Moments Plum Lace Backless Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$89
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Celyna Burgundy Mesh Floral Applique Maxi Dress$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Gabby White Crochet Lace Strapless Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$128
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Magdalene Powder Blue Pleated Asymmetrical Maxi Dress$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Nantessa Light Yellow Floral Applique Lace-Up Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$99
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Daney Olive Green Satin Cross-Front Halter Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Rosa Wine Suede Ruched High Heel Slingback SandalsOnly 4 Left!$45
Select your size1 ColorLulus Mariani White Sequin Beaded Backless Long Sleeve Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$128
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Sihana Black Halter Mermaid Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Nisrine Rust Red Satin Lace-Up Halter Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$79
Select your size1 ColorDolce Vita Grason White Leather Pearl Beaded High Heel Slide SandalsOnly 4 Left!$135
Select your size1 ColorLulus Leyton Light Sage Crinkle Knotted Backless Maxi Dress DO NOT USEOnly 4 Left!$89
Select your size1 ColorSchutz Ethel Confetti Pink High Heel Buckle Thong SandalsOnly 4 Left!$148
Select your size1 ColorLulus Parveen Hot Pink Strapless Column Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$88
Select your size1 ColorLulus Desiree White Tie-Strap Jacquard Mermaid Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$148
Select your size1 ColorLulus Ralstonn White Satin Rhinestone Ankle Strap HeelsOnly 4 Left!$55
Select your size1 ColorLulus Montecito Brown Mesh Trumpet Maxi Dress$79
Select your size2 ColorsRegatta White Lace Ankle Strap High Heel SandalsOnly 3 Left!$39
Select your size1 ColorBetsey Johnson SB-Darcy Ivory Floral Lace Pointed-Toe PumpsOnly 3 Left!$139
Select your size2 ColorsLulus | Devil Wears Prada Delphina Ivory Jersey Knit Halter Sash Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$89
Select your size1 ColorBillini Sylvia Gold Ankle Strap High Heel SandalsOnly 3 Left!$80
Select your size1 ColorLulus Amaria Black Tiered Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$99
Select your size1 ColorSteve Madden Edna White Pearl Strappy High Heel Slide SandalsOnly 3 Left!$119.95
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Dansa Blush Multi Floral Pleated Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$118
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Almeria White Strapless Lace-Up Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$118
Select your size3 ColorsLulus Camellia Light Yellow One-Shoulder Bow Maxi DressOnly 4 Left!$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Shoshone Brown Pleated Lurex Strapless Bustier Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$118
Select your size1 ColorLulus Karima Black Velvet Floral Burnout Halter Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Elvena Wine Red Mesh Ruched Strapless Two-Piece Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Tressa White Floral Jacquard Strapless Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$128
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Marcellina Black Mesh Ruched One-Shoulder Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Theta Red Ball Studded High Heel SandalsOnly 3 Left!$55
Select your size1 ColorLulus Galina Mauve Sequin Tiered Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$109
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Olimpia Berry Pink Ruffled Tiered Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Just Exquisite Black Rhinestone Mermaid Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$89
Select your size1 ColorLulus Petitee White Pearl Pointed-Toe PumpsOnly 3 Left!$45
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Shine Language Rose Gold Sequin Mermaid Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$89
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Adriel Orange Multi Abstract Mesh Halter Mermaid Maxi DressOnly 2 Left!$79
Select your size2 ColorsBaila Black Ankle Strap High Heel SandalsOnly 2 Left!$39
Select your size1 ColorLulus Libby White Satin Cowl Back Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$99
Select your size4 ColorsLulus Brylee Light Yellow Pleated Ruffled Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$99
Select your size5 ColorsLulus Marta Powder Blue Pleated Backless Maxi DressOnly 3 Left!$79
Select your size2 ColorsLulus Mayley Purple Sequin Strapless Maxi DressOnly 2 Left!$99
Select your size1 ColorLulus Irena Light Pink Satin Backless Maxi DressOnly 2 Left!$79
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.
