Short Cocktail Dresses

Make a perfect and glowing impression in this glitter knit party dress! Features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps, padded bust, side-pleated seam, a flattering bodycon silhouette, low-cut back with a rhinestone-embellished strap, and wrap mini-length hem crafted from glitter knit fabric for extra sparkle. Complete the look with a glam choker and heels for a night out!

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
• Spaghetti straps, padded bust
• Low-cut back with rhinestone-embellished strap
• Side pleated seam
• Bodycon silhouette, wrap mini-length hem
• Glitter knit fabric, bust knit lining, moderate stretch
• Runs true to size

Showcase your striking style with a mini dress!

Fits & Features

• V Neckline 
  
• Spaghetti Straps Lead to Square Back & Zipper Closure
• High Waist Seam
• Short Wrap Skirt Creates Envelope Hem
• Crepe Composition 
• Form-Fitting I Moderate Stretch 

Burgundy: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

Navy: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

Hit the dance floor and take our satin Leandra for a twirl! She features a skater-style silhouette, a seamed bodice with deep V neckline, crisscross spaghetti straps with lace-up ties, a back zip with cutout detail, and a flowy A-line skirt. Leandra is fully lined and made from a smooth, shiny woven material with a touch of stretch. 

Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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The Odetta sequin beaded floral lace mini dress will be the center of attention at every party or event! The formal dress is designed with a sleeveless square neckline that leads to the flattering A-line silhouette and mini-length hem. Pair with heels.

Show off your style in this standout dress. Feeling the short and chic vibe? Discover more fashion-forward short prom dresses or elevate your style with our formal dresses.

Fit & Features

• Sheer lace fabric with satin woven lining, minimal stretch
• Floral embroidered design, sequin and beaded embellishments
• Sleeveless square neckline, curved underbust seam
• Adjustable spaghetti straps
• Back zipper with hook-eye closure
• Mini-length A-line silhouette
• Runs true to size

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Delicate yet daring, the Marleen mini dress was made for that enchanted evening glow, with sequin faux pearl embellishments, a sleek bodycon silhouette, and romantic bow-tied spaghetti straps. 

Fit & Features

• Sequin, faux pearl embellished, bow pattern, stretchy knit lining
• Scoop neckline, padded bra cups
• Spaghetti strap bow ties
• Low-cut back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
• Bodycon silhouette
• Mini-length hem
• Runs true to size

Where to Wear:

Homecoming, weddings, bachelorettes, bridal showers, engagement parties, rehearsal dinner, birthdays, date night, anniversaries, receptions, cocktail parties, rooftop hotel bars

Step up for your closeup in this chic mini dress! The dress features a sweetheart neckline, short puff sleeves, hidden side pockets, and a mini-length silhouette. Complete look with mules and statement earrings.

Fit & Features

• Sweetheart neckline, structured and padded bust
• Short puff sleeves
• Back zipper and hook and eye closure
• Hidden side pockets
• Mini-length silhouette
• Woven fabric, minimal stretch, form-hugging fit
• Runs true to size

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

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Head to the school dance and unleash your inner sparkle girl in the Marybell sequin short dress showcasing flirtatious vibes all around! She features a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, an empire waistband with flexible boning, hidden side pockets to keep your hands warm, and an A-line silhouette. The formal mini dress is composed of a sequin-knit fabric with a knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete your party look in sassy heels and a clutch.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
• Empire waistband, flexible boning, back zipper closure
• Hidden side pockets
• A-line silhouette, short-length hem
• Sequin-knit, lining, minimal stretch
• Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
• Runs true to size

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Shimmer and glimmer in the sultry-chic Gia formal dress! She features a sleeveless scoop neckline, stretchy bungee spaghetti straps, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features all-over sequin embroidery in an intricate scroll pattern. Style this dress with sleek hoop earrings for a fab night out.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless scoop neckline
• Bungee spaghetti straps
  
• Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
• Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
• Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
• Strapless or sticky bra recommended
• Runs true to size

Live your wildest dreams in this skater dress! Bring the wow factor to your date-night outfit in this flirty pulse size skater dress. The dress features a flattering v-neckline, spaghetti straps that offer support, sheer lace back detail with a lower back keyhole to show off a hint of skin and a flowy skater silhouette with double-tiered hem. The dress is composed of a form-hugging ponte knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Complete your impressive look with rhinestone duster earrings and sleek stiletto heels. 

Fits & Features

• V neckline
• Spaghetti straps
  
• Sheer lace back with zipper
• Exposed lower back
• Wide waistband 
• Flowy skirt with a double-tiered hem 
• Ponte knit composition, moderate stretch

Model is 5'9" with a 38" bust, 37" waist, and 50" waist. She is wearing a size 1x. 

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Perfect for bachelorette parties or to refresh your night-out look, the Brigitta mini dress is a must-have. She features a sleeveless scoop neckline, bungee spaghetti straps that lead to an open back with a cross-strap design, and a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette. The short dress is crafted from a lined mesh fabric embroidered with all-over pearl details for a chic vibe. Complete the look with the mini dress in rhinestone earrings and new heels.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless scoop neckline
• Bungee spaghetti straps
• Open back, cross-strap design
• Short, form-hugging fit
• Sheer mesh fabric with embroidered pearl details, full knit lining
• Runs true to size

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The lined mesh mini dress features flexible boning at the bodice to add structure, all-over ruching to showcase your curves, and a front draped design leading to a train that cascades down the side for a flowy chic accent. The short bodycon silhouette will flaunt your gorgeous figure. Style with stiletto heels for your next formal party.

This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.

Fit & Features

• Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
• Strapless straight neckline, no-slip strip flexible boning at bodice
• Ruching
• Front draped design, long flowy side train
• Back zipper with hook-eye closure
• Mini-length bodycon fit
• Runs true to size 

Where to Wear:

Formal dances, weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal celebrations, baby showers, engagement parties, date nights, birthday parties, cocktail soirees, rooftop hotel bars, vacations, honeymoons

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

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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

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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.

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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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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

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.

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Light, romantic, and effortlessly polished, the Sally dress is made for celebrations that feel intimate yet unforgettable. This beaded mesh bodycon mini features a garden floral print, V-neck, and delicate spaghetti straps for a look that feels refined, flattering, and perfectly occasion ready.

Fit & Features

• Beaded mesh-lined fabric with garden floral print
• V-neckline with adjustable spaghetti straps
• Fitted bodycon mini silhouette
• Runs true to size

Where to Wear:

Formal dances, date nights, bridal celebrations, baby showers, birthday brunches, outdoor cocktail receptions, winery events, dressy daytime parties