Special Occasion Dresses
- Swing fit, tiered maxi dress with a halter neckline and side seam pockets.
- 54" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Falls against the body at the chest and is full at bottom hem.
- Fit-and-flare midi dress with a sweetheart neckline, front bow detail, and adjustable spaghetti straps. Style also features bodice cups, a smocked back panel, and side seam pockets.
- 48" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- Fitted, strappy dress with tie back detail, bodice cups, exposed back metal zipper, and Lilly lace trim.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Fit-and-flare dress with elbow length bubble hem sleeves, waist cut-outs, and a tall ruffle at hem.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- Fit-and-flare, midi shirtdress with tie detail at sleeves and a separate sash.
- 52" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- One-shoulder skirted romper with asymmetrical and flounce details.
- 34" From top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- 3" Inseam.
- Swing fit, tiered dress with a crew neckline, short sleeves, back keyhole, and side seam pockets.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Falls against the body at the chest and is full at bottom hem.
- Swing fit, tiered maxi dress with a halter neckline and side seam pockets.
- 54" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Falls against the body at the chest and is full at bottom hem.
- Straight fit, shift dress in printed sequins.
- 34 1/2" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- This style is bra-friendly.
- Fitted shift dress with multi soutache around notched neckline.
- Enjoy extra hem flexibility with this style. Wear as-is or let it out for some extra length.
- 34" From top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fit-and-flare, flats-length maxi dress with a notch neckline, angled waistband, and long blouson sleeves with elastic cuffs.
- 59" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- Fit-and-flare midi shirtdress with tie detail at sleeves, jersey slip lining, and a separate sash.
- 52" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against the body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- Fit-and-flare, strappy dress with wrap skirt and hem ruffle.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- Fit-and-flare dress with double layer ruffles at v-neckline, empire waist, and a functional tie-back detail with pearl baubles.
- 34 1/2" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- Easy fit, long sleeve dress with a surplice neckline, smocking at waist and cuffs, and ruffles at skirt hem.
- Skims the body. Roomier fit.
- Polyester Crepe Swirl Clip (100% Polyester).
- Fitted, strapless dress with an interior corset, sweetheart neckline, and large bow detail at waist.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Easy fit, halter midi dress with a high-low ruffle hem and a functional tie neckline.
- 50 1/2" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Skims the body. Roomier fit.
- Easy fit, long sleeve dress with a surplice neckline, smocking at waist and cuffs, and ruffles at skirt hem.
- Skims the body. Roomier fit.
- Polyester Crepe Swirl Clip (100% Polyester).
- Easy fit, long sleeve dress with smocked waist and cuffs, ruffle at hem, and a functional tie-back neckline.
- 35 1/2" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Skims the body. Roomier fit.
- Fit-and-flare, halter midi dress with wide elastic at waist and a functional back neck tie.
- 51" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- UPF 50+ straight fit maxi dress with 3/4 length sleeves.
- 55" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and hip with more room at the waist.
- Straight fit, boatneck dress with long full sleeves, smocked cuffs, and a separate sash.
- 38" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and hip with more room at the waist.
- Shift romper with heart button details.
- 33" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- 3" inseam.
- Straight fit, crew neck shift dress with exposed back metal zipper.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and hip with more room at the waist.
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Women’s Special Occasion Dresses
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Dresses for all the special occasions on your calendar
Look timelessly elegant for any event with Lilly Pulitzer’s stunning collection of special occasion dresses. Thoughtful details like surplice necklines, intricate lace, and dazzling sequins elevate timeless styles, transforming a flowy maxi dress, classic swing dress or playful mini dress into an RSVP-ready look. Finish your outfit with a pair of kitten heels, gold hoops, and more chic accessories that showcase your style!
Chic silhouettes and versatile styles
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