Short Cocktail Dresses
Short cocktail dresses that know how to show up. From sleek bodycon minis to flirty A-line and modern drop-waist silhouettes, this collection is designed for nights that call for a little extra polish. Luxe fabrics like satin, sequins, and glitter mesh bring the shine, while details like corset bodices, strapless necklines, and off-the-shoulder designs keep the look sharp and stylish. In classic black, bold red, flirty pink, and timeless white, these short cocktail dresses are perfect for semi-formal weddings, birthday celebrations, date nights, and any invite that calls for a standout mini.
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Short Cocktail Dresses That Own the Spotlight
Get party-ready in short cocktail dresses that blend bold glamour with timeless appeal. Whether you’re headed to a wedding reception, a night out, or a special celebration, these mini silhouettes are made to shine.
Silhouettes That Stand Out
Go sleek in bodycon styles with one-shoulder necklines or daring cutouts, or turn heads in glitter mesh and sequin minis that sparkle with every step. Satin short cocktail dresses bring luxe vibes to formal nights, while chiffon and lace keep things romantic and effortlessly chic.
Styling Made Easy
Style your mini with strappy heels and statement earrings for weddings, or go bold with metallic accessories for evening events. Prefer something playful? Skater and asymmetrical minis pair perfectly with platform heels and a clutch for a flirty, fashion-forward finish.
Your Spotlight Moment
From cocktail parties to milestone celebrations, Windsor’s short cocktail dresses are designed to keep you glowing all night long. Flirty, fun, and unforgettable, these minis make every event feel like your moment to shine.
Shop Windsor’s short cocktail dresses online, in-app, or in-store and step into your next event with standout style.
Is a short dress appropriate for a cocktail party?
Yes, short cocktail dresses can work for cocktail events, especially when styled with festive accessories. Pair them with bold heels and a statement coat to stay warm and stylish. Styles with a mini-length may be extra short so try silhouettes like a skater, asymmetrical, or a dress romper if you are concerned with length.
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Main Flame Off Shoulder Dress
Become our main flame this weekend in this sweet yet sexy skater dress! It features a straight off-the-shoulder neckline with fitted short sleeves, a fitted bodice, a high waist, and a flirty skater skirt with a double-layered design. Style this dress with statement earrings and new heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Fitted short sleeves
- Fitted bodice, high waist
- Double-layered skater skirt
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0215
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Zooey Sequin Strappy Back Party Dress
Special Occasion
Party season is year-round with the Zooey sequin mini dress! She features a sexy and sleeveless V-neckline, dual sleek bungee spaghetti straps that create the strappy open-back design, a curve-flaunting bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The party dress is designed with a boho-inspired sequin pattern on mesh fabric and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in rhinestone earrings and heels for a glitzy vibe!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Dual bungee spaghetti straps
- Strappy open-back design
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Boho-inspired sequin pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1792
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Here To Stun Lace Trim Bodycon Mini Dress
This stunning ruched mesh mini dress features a lace sweetheart neckline with a ruched draped overlay, dainty lace trim spaghetti straps, and a bodycon silhouette to hug your gorgeous curves. Style with stiletto heels for a formal date night!
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Lined lace sweetheart neckline with lace trim, padded bust
- Lace trim adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Ruched draped overlay, ruched side seams
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5827
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $32.00 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BURGUNDY
Available Size: M, L
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All The Posh Things Velvet Dress
You love the best things in life, so you'll love this burgundy velvet dress for all your party needs! Dress features a deep V neckline with a wire front, spaghetti straps, a high waist seam, and a short wrap skirt that creates a subtle asymmetrical hem. Dress is composed of an unlined velvet fabric with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3189
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Alena Velvet Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Made for the nights that call for full glam, the Alena velvet bodycon mini dress brings a sculpted fit with cool-girl ruching and a daring mini-length hem. The square neckline and side slit keep it sleek yet flirty—the kind of look that turns every entrance into a photo moment.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric, moderate stretch
- Sleeveless square neckline, pleated design
- Thin shoulder straps
- Back bar strap with hook and bar closure, lower back cutout
- Lower back zipper with hook-eye closure, ruching
- Mini-length hem, short side slit, bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthday celebrations, dinner parties, romantic date nights, rooftop parties, and glam nights out.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000304
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: HUNTER
Available Size: L
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Darling Diva Velvet Floral Dress
You'll look like a darling diva in this bodycon mini dress perfect for bringing the allure to parties! Features a sleeveless plunge V-neckline with a wire insert, a lightly padded bust, a lace-up back design, and is composed of mesh-lined fabric with a flocked floral velvet pattern. Style this mini-length dress with a rhinestone bracelet and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunge V-neckline, wire insert
- Lightly padded bust
- Lace-up back design, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Flocked floral velvet pattern
- Mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2070
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Miranda Off-The-Shoulder Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Designed for your next unforgettable night out, the Miranda turns up the charm with a sculpted bodycon fit and romantic off-the-shoulder neckline.
Fit & Features
- Sleek knit fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Side ruched seams
- Bodycon fit
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, bachelorettes, Vegas weekends, birthdays, date night, parties, cocktail soirees
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000134
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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In The Spotlight Sequin Mini Dress
Shine and dazzle them all in the spotlight with a dress as extra as you! This sparkling mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups and spaghetti straps that lead to a lace up back. The all over sequins are set in a trendy scroll print pattern. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0139
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Karly Sequin Strappy Back Party Dress
Special Occasion
Own the spotlight in the Karly sequin party dress out on the dance floor as a bachelorette or birthday girl! She features a sleeveless V-neckline, a padded bust, dual sleek bungee spaghetti straps that creates the strappy open-back design, a sexy bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The party dress is designed with an intricate and regal sequin-embellished pattern on mesh fabric sure to make you stand out and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in rhinestone heels and earrings for a glamorous finish!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded bust
- Dual bungee spaghetti straps
- Strappy open back design, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Regal sequin-embellished pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- No bra required
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1845
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Everyday Chic Ruffled Mini Dress
Keep it chic and lowkey with a ruffled mini dress that is perf for brunch with the squad! The dress features a square neckline with a dual ruffled bodice, semi-sheer long sleeves, and a mini-length silhouette with tiered ruffles. The dress is composed of a combination of lightweight woven and smocked fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline, dual ruffles at bodice
- Semi-sheer long sleeves
- Smocked bodice, tiered ruffles
- Mini length silhouette
- Lightweight woven fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1015
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sally Satin Strapless Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The Sally satin mini dress skims and shapes with effortless glamour. Its strapless neckline and artful ruching create a silhouette made for making an entrance!
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric, knit lining
- Sweetheart strapless neckline, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Ruched bodycon silhouette, flexible boning inserts
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, bachelorettes, date night, birthdays, rooftop hotel bars, cocktail parties, fashion shows, launch parties, GNO, Vegas
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000086
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Graced In Lace Skater Dress
Grace them with your presence in lovely lace! This skater dress features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline with a lace trim and narrow straps that lead to a cross back design. The bodice features an all over lined floral lace fabric with a metallic outline and leads to a multi layered skater length skirt with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a combination crepe and lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8182
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $47.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Meg Crepe Feather Trim Party Dress
Special Occasion
Short and sassy, unlock the Meg crepe dress that brings the diva allure to formal parties and dressy date nights! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a built-in padded bust with underwire support. Her curve-hugging silhouette leads to the eye-catching, asymmetrical short hem with feather trim. The formal dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric with a moderate stretch. Style with bold stiletto heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Built-in padded bust, underwire
- Curve-hugging silhouette
- Feather trim, asymmetrical short hem
- Lined crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1406
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Alora Formal Sequin Scroll Bodycon
Special Occasion
Make a dazzling impression with a formal bodycon dress that stuns at your special event! Alora features a square neckline, long sleeves, a sequin scroll print, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with slight stretch. Complete look with nude heels and rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Sequin scroll print
- Mini-length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric, form-hugging fit, slight stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0703
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Caged Back Beauty Silk Mini Dress
This silk mini dress is a thing of beauty! It features a sleeveless, adjustable spaghetti strap design on a cowl neck, a fitted bodice, and a caged strap back with zipper closure. The soft silk fabric offers a minimal stretch. Complete your night-out look in glitter heels and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Cowl neckline, fitted bodice
- Caged strap back design
- Zipper closure
- Soft silk-knit lined fabric
- Minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4290
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Bring The Drama Mesh Mini Dress
Bring the drama to your night out look with this chic mesh mini dress. It features an asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline, a long sheer fitted sleeve with ruched detailing, ruched sides, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline
- Long sheer fitted sleeve, ruching
- Ruched sides
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4038
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glam Queen Sequin Mini Dress
You'll be a stunning glam queen this holiday season in this gorg sequin mini dress! It features adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a high waist, and a mini length, asymmetrical hem with ruched detailing. Style up this dress with a rhinestone collar necklace to really bring the bling!
Fit & Features
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- V neckline
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist
- Asymmetrical short hem
- Ruched detailing
- Sequin adorned knit fabric with a knit lining
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3661
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Hattie Floral Satin Skater Dress
Special Occasion
For celebrations that call for something effortlessly charming, the Hattie dress brings together lustrous floral satin with a sculpted corset bodice and a playful skater silhouette. The softly flared skirt moves beautifully with every step, while side pockets add a modern touch to this polished event-ready look.
Fit & Features
- Floral print, premium satin fabric, woven lining with tulle trim
- Scoop draped neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable shoulder straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Corset bodice, flexible boning, drop waist seam
- Hidden side pockets, skater mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, bridal celebrations, engagement parties and photoshoots, wedding showers, daytime cocktail parties, dressy brunches, winery events, graduation parties, special birthday dinners
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000621
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLUE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Best Seller
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Kristine Beaded Sequin Strappy Back Skater Dress
Special Occasion
The Kristine skater dress is crafted with all-over beading and sequin embroidery for a gorgeous glam vibe. This sleeveless A-line dress features a flattering halter V-neckline with a draped bodice and a strappy back design for a bold look. Perfect for a school dance or a dressy celebration.
Fit & Features
- Beaded sequin mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Halter V-neckline, dual spaghetti straps, tie closure
- Padded bra cups, draped bodice
- Strappy back with hook-eye closures, lower back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2394
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Shine On Glitter Velvet Mini Dress
Shine on with a mini dress that brings the glow to your look! The dress features a sleeveless scoop neckline, spaghetti straps, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a glitter velvet fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with stiletto heels and a satin clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Mini length silhouette
- Glitter velvet fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3980
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Glitzy Status One-Shoulder Glitter Knit Mini Dress
This glitter knit mini dress features a trendy one-shoulder neckline with a long peasant sleeve, ruching down the side seams to accentuate your curves, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette to flaunt your gorgeous figure. Style with a rhinestone jewelry set to amp up your glitzy status.
Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Asymmetric one-shoulder neckline
- Long peasant sleeve with elastic cinched hem
- Ruched side seams
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5687
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruffle Romance Satin Mini Dress
Create a chic romantic look in this sleek satin mini dress with flirty ruffle detailing! It features a V-neckline with a pleated wrap-front design, long sleeves, a high waist seam, and a short wrap skirt with ruching down the sides and ruffled hems. Style this dress with gold hoop earrings and strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- V-neckline, pleated wrap-front
- Long sleeves, elastic cinched hems
- Back zipper closure
- High waist seam, wrap skirt, ruched sides, ruffled hems
- Mini-length, form-hugging silhouette
- Satin fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1283
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $25.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cute And Classic Skater Dress
Cute and classic will be your vibe as you twirl the night away in this adorable skater dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, a padded bust, spaghetti straps, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. Style this dress with a rhinestone necklace and neutral block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Padded bust
- Spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist, short skater skirt, fit and flare silhouette
- Ponte knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1208
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Charlee Floral Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Flirty yet refined, the Charlee was made for your soirée spotlight moment. Its strapless neckline, shimmering floral sequins, and sculpted bodycon fit create a romantic silhouette that turns every entrance into a photo op.
Fit & Features
- Floral print, sequin-embellished fabric
- Strapless neckline, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Flexible boning inserts
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, weddings, birthdays, date nights, cocktail soirees, rooftop hotel bars, dinner parties, milestone celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000073
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free