These 26 Homecoming Dresses Are Giving *Exactly* What They Need to Give

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Whether you’ve practically cinched the coveted title of Homecoming Queen or you’re just rocking the invisible crown you know you deserve, once HoCo season approaches, one thing is for sure — you need a homecoming dress fit for royalty. How do you pick the dress, though? You could put up an Instagram poll of all the dresses that you’re considering onto your Close Friends IG Story... or you can keep reading because we’re about to spill the tea on some *hot* homecoming dresses to shop in 2023.

Thankfully, the luxurious details that are currently trending are perfect for homecoming 2023 — think glitzy sequins, bright Barbiecore pinks, and silky, velvet-y fabrics (see: Sydney Sweeney and Kylie Jenner's dresses for inspo). Slip any one of these options on to instantly upgrade your confidence. Our mission is to have you feeling your absolute hottest and most fabulous when you’re breaking it down on the dance floor, so we pulled together some of the best homecoming outfits, a.k.a. the most unique options that the Internet has to offer. Happy shopping!

Effortless Adornment Black and Gold Floral Lace-Up Mini Dress

Picking a dress that fits into the dark, luxe aesthetic is the perfect opportunity to bring in those spooky and autumnal vibes just in time for fall homecoming. Style your hair in loose waves, strap on your favorite black heels, and you're done!

Kenzie Mini Dress Green Curve

Wear this eye-catching silky embroidered mini dress on the night of homecoming and prepare for your ex to hit you with that "wyd?" text.

Flamenco Dancer Sequin Dress

This isn't your average floral dress. Tons of pretty colorful sequins and a lil baby cowl neckline totally upgrade this mini.

Hot Pink Sequin Mini Sparkly Homecoming Dress

"The queen has arrived" colors like this shade of fuchsia sequins will have you feeling your brightest and most confident self on HoCo night. Pair with matching pink heels and you're set.

Dascha Puff Sleeve Mini Dress

This floral number is juuuust the right amount of *extra* thanks to the voluminous sleeves. When it comes to your glam, go with soft-girl curls and lip gloss for a totally sweet vibe.

Party with Prosecco Pink Satin Tie-Back Mini Dress

The perfect bow-back dress does not exi– okay, so this is pretty much the ultimate girly homecoming dress. Plus, the back tie is adjustable, which lets you customize the fit around the bust.

Sexy Glitter Bandage Bodycon Tight Dress

We've never meet a glitter dress we didn't like. This deep blue shade looks like the starry night sky, which is pretty much everything you could possibly want, right?

Premium Satin Mini Dress With Extreme Bow

Big bows are such a huge trend for 2023, so this is the perfect way to do the mini dress — with a trendy twist. You can add thin, sparkly straps to ensure that you won't be tugging your dress up all night long, if you'd like.

Perla Ombre Mini Dress

🎶 I'm a Barbie girl...in a Barbie world! 🎶 The Malibu vibes are strong with this colorblocked mini dress. Invest in some double-sided stick tape to keep that strapless neckline in place all night long.

Pucker Up Mini Dress

Pucker up and pose for the cutest HoCo pics ever in this lip print off-the-shoulder dress. Imagine how cute this'll be with baby pink Mary Jane heels.

The Puff Dress

This sweet puff mini dress is equal parts stylish af and so sweet. A vampy lipstick and a choker necklace complete the look.

Delilah Strapless Belted Mini Dress

The Barbie vibes are STRONG with this mod mini. The oversized belt is a ‘60s moment that deserves to be paired with your best black stilettos and an A-T-T-I-T-U-D-E to match.

Lost In Your Eyes Teal Sequin Bodycon Mini Dress

Pair your eye makeup with this geometric mini dress by decking out your lids with matching shades of dark green, teal, and platinum. Metallics look 10/10 under the dance floor lights — trust.

Embellished Mini Dress With Encrusted Gems in Black

Are you the fashionista of your friend group? Go for a nontraditional silhouette like this mock neck shift, and let the bling do allllll of the talking. Strappy black heels will finish off the look.

Danni Midi Dress & Gloves

This abstract print is giving Euphoria — Maddie would approve of this mini dress with daring opera gloves that double as sleeves.

She's A Gem Crepe Mini Dress

This curve-hugging dress has sparkly rhinestone straps and sheer paneling that will turn heads on the dance floor.

Curve & Plus Paisley Cowl Neck Mesh Mini Dress

It's giving woodland fairy and we're so here for it. Match the subtle paisley print to some floral earrings or a delicate headband for an A+ ensemble.

Draped-Neck Shirred Dress

Cowl-neck slip dresses may be '90s-inspired, but they're SO hot for 2022. As a bonus, you can wear this mini even after homecoming — think birthday parties or even an outdoor wedding.

X Anitta Plus Split Thigh Lace Up Backless Cami Dress

We love a good lace-up back detailing, and TBH, we'll wear whatever Anitta tells us to wear. ✨

Embellished Gemstone Mini Dress With Faux Feathers in Mint

Nothing makes a statement like a feathered dress. Silver sequins, mint green, and a deep sweetheart neckline are mathematically proven to be the *perfect* homecoming equation.

Spaghetti Strap V-Neck Patterned Iridescent Sequin Sheath Dress

You'll single-handedly bring the '80s back in this bright, bold, disco-ready mini dress. Plus, the dress features so many colors that most heels you already own will probably match at least one of the colors.

Cordilla Halter Mini Dress

A glimmering halter dress just screams "supermodel." The unique neckline and shimmery shade will ensure you’ll stand out.

Faviana Hot Pink One-Sleeve Short Homecoming Dress

This dress is for those of you striving for the "Most Likely to Run Your Own Company" superlative. This dress serves some strong "I am the boss" energy in a super-feminine shade of magenta.

The Glow Up Sequin Flare Dress

This dress is giving sequins, a low-V, and a flippy little skirt — all the makings for a Hot Girl Homecoming dress. Don't forget to get a video of yourself doing a twirl for the 'gram.

Hepburn Velvet Dress Strapless Puff Glove Mini Dress

Live out all of your Night Luxe dreams on the night of homecoming in a classic mini dress with black opera-length gloves. We love the little baby pink poufs to spice things up.

Sequin Fringe 1920s Flapper Inspired Party Dance Dress

Channel your inner flapper with fringe detailing. This dress is for everyone attending Roaring '20s-theme homecoming dances this year — now all you need is some lipstick and a feather headband.

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