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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Love For Chic Flocked Mesh Satin Mini Dress
You have a love for chic style, and this stunning flocked mesh satin mini dress is an iconic choice. It features a square neckline, a sheer mesh top with a floral flocked velvet design, long bell sleeves, a sleek satin-knit body, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette. The sheer mesh and satin-knit fabric offer a moderate stretch. Style this mini dress for date night with a rhinestone collar necklace and stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline, dart seam details
- Sheer mesh top, floral flocked velvet design
- Long bell sleeves, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Satin-knit body, knit lining at the bust, high waist seam
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2613
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sally Floral Beaded Mini Dress
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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
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000244
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: IVORY
Available Size: S, M, L, XXS
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So Luxe Satin A-Line Cutout Mini Dress
Keep it so luxe and vibrant with a mini dress that takes your look to the next level! The dress features a plunging V-neckline, a mini keyhole at the back, long balloon sleeves, dual cutouts at the waist, and a mini-length A-line silhouette. The dress is composed of a satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with mules and a faux leather crossbody.
Fit & Features
- Plunging V-neckline
- Long balloon sleeves
- Dual cutouts at the waist
- Mini length
- A-line silhouette
- Satin fabric
- Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1303
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Lilianna Floral Chiffon Ruffle Skater Dress
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Light and full of movement, the Lilianna floral chiffon skater dress enchants with a sweetheart neckline with a beaded floral applique, corset-inspired bodice, and layered ruffle skirt. It’s the perfect blend of flirty and chic for an unforgettable evening.
Fit & Features
- Sheer chiffon fabric, woven lining with structured skirt, no stretch
- Floral print
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, no-slip strip, padded bust
- Sheer tulle and floral embroidered applique, beaded embellishments
- Pleated cowl neck overlay, corset bodice, flexible boning, back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Tiered ruffled design, short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthday celebrations, dinner parties, graduations, and formal brunch parties.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000286
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $119.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Donna Sequin Feather Trim Party Dress
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Gorgeous sequins make the Donna mini party dress a striking stunner at every party, formal dance, or banquet! She features a dramatic one-shoulder neckline, a long bell sleeve and hem with feather trim, and a short form-hugging silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-pattern fabric with a lining and minimal stretch. Style this mini-length dress with strappy heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Long bell sleeve with feather trim
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Form-hugging, short-length hem with feather trim
- Lined sequin fabric, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1205
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kaiya Strapless Bodycon Ruched Mesh Mini Dress
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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
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2605
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $84.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: RED, LIGHT, BLUE, YELLOW
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Drama Me Softly Ruffle Chiffon Mini Dress
Soft glam, loud entrance. With an off-the-shoulder neckline and fluttery ruffles, this chiffon mini dress was made to float through the spotlight at parties and events!
Fit & Features
- Chiffon fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Ruffled off-the-shoulder neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Side ruched seams
- Bodycon silhouette
- Side cascading ruffled accents and ruffled mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000512
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $54.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: S
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McKenzie Formal Sequin Strappy Dress
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Show up to homecoming or your next formal affair in the bombshell Mckenzie sequin dress that glows from every angle! She features a sleeveless V-neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, a mini bodycon silhouette, and a sultry strappy open-back design on mesh-lined fabric with minimal stretch. Complete your dressy look with a clutch and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
- Strappy open-back design
- Mini bodycon silhouette
- Sequin scroll pattern
- Lined mesh fabric, minimal stretch
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1093
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Devon Ruffled Tulle V-Neck Party Dress
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Playful and whimsy, the Devon party dress brings charm to banquet dinners and ceremonies! She features a flirty ruffled sleeveless plunge V-neck and a low-cut back, wide shoulder straps, and an empire waist leading to her ruffled, tiered, voluminous tulle short skater hem. The formal short dress is composed of tulle fabric with a smooth knit lining and minimal stretch. Style with rhinestone strappy heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Ruffled sleeveless plunge V-neck
- Low-cut back, wide shoulder straps
- Hidden side zipper closure, empire waist
- Ruffled tiered design, voluminous skater short-length hem
- Tulle fabric, smooth knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1767
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitter Goals Halter Mini Dress
Bring the sparkle on your next girl's night out in this glitzy glitter mini dress. It features a sleeveless halter neckline with spaghetti straps, a partially open back, and a short, form-fitting silhouette that will hug your curves. Style with rhinestone fringe earrings and an embellished evening bag.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless halter neckline
- Spaghetti straps, tie at the back of the neck
- Open back
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, knit lining at the bust, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4275
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $36.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Make Your Move V-Neck Mini Dress
Make your move out on the dance floor in this sassy mini dress sure to get all the attention! The sleeveless dress features a surplice V-neckline, spaghetti straps, and side and front ruched seams that define your curves along the bodycon fit. Complete the look with a rhinestone bracelet and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless surplice V-neckline
- Spaghettis traps
- Side and front ruched seams
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Slinky knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4968
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Liven The Night Ruched Mini Dress
Live it up with sparkling shine to make a dazzling entrance! The mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps and a mini length silhouette with ruched side seams. The all over heat stones are all you need to captivate from any angle! Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0329
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitzy Moment Glitter Knit Mini Dress
Have a gorgeous glitzy moment at homecoming in this stunningly chic mini dress. The short dress features a V-neckline, long fitted sleeves, a short, curve-hugging silhouette, and is composed of a glitter knit fabric with a stylish all-over textured pattern. Complete the look with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- V-neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Lined glitter knit fabric, textured pattern
- Plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1181
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Currently Coveting Crepe Dress
You'll be coveting this crepe short dress to wear for all of your dressy occasions! The dress features chiffon peasant sleeves, a V-neck, cutouts along the wrap waist, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The crepe fabric offers a moderate stretch. Perfect for styling with fringe earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer chiffon peasant sleeves, elastic cinched hems
- V-neck
- Cutouts along the wrap waist
- Curve-hugging silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2115
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bridget Glitter A-Line Party Dress
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Bridget embodies fun and flirty vibes in every room she enters! Sparkle at the Homecoming dance in this dance-floor-ready party dress featuring a sleeveless, sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a lightly padded bust, and a fitted bodice. She showcases a figure-flattering, a-line silhouette, short-length hem, on shimmering sequin and mesh fabric with tulle and knit lining to create a voluminous effect. Complete your dressy look in glitter stiletto heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lightly padded bust, bra optional
- Fitted bodice, back zipper closure
- High-waist seam, a-line silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Glitter-sequin mesh fabric, tulle, knit lining, no stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1144
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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All-Night Allure Ruched Wrap-Front Satin Mini Dress
Bring the allure all night in this figure-flaunting ruched satin mini dress! Made with a sleek stretchy satin-knit fabric with a stunning sheen, the mini-length dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline for a sweet yet sultry vibe and adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit. The front has all-over ruched detailing to accentuate your gorgeous curves, leading to the asymmetric wrap-front hem. Style this bodycon dress with rhinestone heels for your next club night!
Fit & Features
- Stretchy satin-knit fabric, knit lining at the bust
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- High waist seam, front ruching
- Asymmetric wrap-front hem
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3252
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Midnight Magic Glitter Velvet Mini Dress
Shimmer under any light in this glitter velvet mini dress designed in a curve-hugging A-line silhouette, perfect for dinner dates and night out soirees!
Fit & Features
- Glitter velvet fabric
- Cowl halter neckline
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000336
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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New Romance Crepe Floral Velvet Skater Dress
Enter into a new romance looking cute as can be in this crepe skater dress for a date night or dressy occasion! The dress features sheer flocked floral velvet peasant sleeves, a sweetheart neckline, a built-in padded and underwire bust, and a short-length hem. Complete the look in strappy platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer flocked floral velvet peasant sleeves
- Sweetheart neckline
- Built-in padded and underwire bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Skater silhouette, short-length hem
- Crepe fabric, minimal stretch, bust lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2515
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet Talk Lace Midi Dress
This gorgeous lace midi dress will sweet-talk its way into your closet! It features a scalloped lace body, a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a V neckline with padded and lined cups for support, a high waist seam, and a small front slit. Complete a sweet date-night outfit with clear heels and a sleek envelope clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless bodice
- V-neckline with padded cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- High waist seam
- Midi length silhouette with small front slit
- Fully-lined scalloped lace and mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8691
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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After Midnight Satin Mini Dress
After midnight is when the fun begins! Look and feel sultry for it all in this satin mini dress featuring a sleeveless square neckline, tank-style straps, a form-hugging silhouette, and side pleating. Complete the look in little black heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Tank-style straps
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Side pleating
- Mini-length hem
- Smooth satin, knit lining at the bust, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4704
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kiera Formal Satin One-Shoulder Midi Dress
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Envoke timeless beauty in the Kiera formal satin dress for a luxurious look at banquets, rehearsal dinners, and dressy cocktail events! She features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline with dual adjustable spaghetti straps, a padded bust, front ruched seams, and a bodycon silhouette with a flirty slit midi hem. The formal dress is composed of a silky satin-lined fabric with a sheen effect and minimal stretch. Complete the look with sparkly stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Dual adjustable spaghetti straps, padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, ruched seams
- Slit accent, midi-length hem
- Lined satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1273
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dancing Diva Glitter Knit Mini Dress
Be a total dancing diva and have the spotlight directly on you in this glitter knit mini! Form flattering and stretchy, it's the perfect dress for a night out!
Fits & Features
- Bungee Spaghetti Straps
- Cowl Neckline
- Square Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Glitter Knit Fabric
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0445
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Impress In Sequins Mini Dress
Impress everyone with your shimmery shine! This sequin mini dress features long sleeves, a scoop neckline, a padded bust, and a bodycon asymmetrical hem. Complete your dressy look with doorknocker earrings.
Fit & Features
- Long sleeves
- Scoop neckline, padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Asymmetrical mini-length hem
- Sequin fabric, sewn-in lining, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1891
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $26.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Frankie Velvet Rhinestone Cowl Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Made for your spotlight moment, the Frankie mini dress turns every entrance into an event. Crafted in luxe velvet with rhinestone embellishments, this cowl neck mini dress drapes effortlessly over a ruched bodycon silhouette that flatters from every angle—perfect for that unforgettable night out.
Fit & Features
- Rhinestone-embellished, velvet-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Cowl neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Side ruched seams
- Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Cocktail soiree, bachelorettes, holiday party, upscale date nights, birthdays, dressy milestone celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000473
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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