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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Ready To Stun Velvet Mini Dress
Get ready to stun with a mini dress that wows with luxe details! The dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, flexible boning, adjustable spaghetti straps, a corset-like bodice, a ruched body, and an asymmetrical silhouette. The dress is composed of a velvet fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with chrome heels and an anklet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Flexible boning
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Corset-like bodice
- Ruched body, asymmetrical silhouette
- Velvet fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1149
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruffle Hem Satin Mini Dress
Style it up in satin with this absolutely adorable ruffle hem mini!
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
- Lattice Lower Back With Tie Closure
- Wrap Front V Neckline I High Waist Seam
- Mini Length Silhouette I Short Ruffle Hem
- Stretchy, Satin-Like Fabric With Sheen
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0256
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $28.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Soft Glam Plans Floral Sequin Mini Dress
She’s soft, sparkly, and fully booked. This floral sequin mini dress hugs through the bodice with a lace-up back and flirty A-line shape that moves with you from dinner to afters.
Fit & Features
- Lined knit fabrication
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Floral sequin embellished print
- Lace-up back design
- Mini length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000877
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $54.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: IVORY
Available Size: XXS, XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Best Seller
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Kensie Sequin Strappy Back Party Dress
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Dazzle with divine shine in the Kensie sequin mini party dress for a girl's night out or a Vegas weekend! She features a sleeveless V-neckline, a padded bust, sleek bungee spaghetti straps that cross along the back, and a short bodycon silhouette. The party dress is composed of a stunning sequin-scroll pattern on mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in this mini dress with fringe earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded bust
- Bungee spaghetti straps, cross-back strap design
- Bodycon silhouette
- Short-length fitted hem
- Sequin-scroll pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1839
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $66.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Charlie Corset Lace Party Dress
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Style up the Charlie corset lace party dress for an alluring and chic formal look! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a structured and padded bust, bungee spaghetti straps, a sheer lace corset-designed bodice with flexible boning, a high waist, and a short party skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. The skater dress is composed of sheer lace and tulle fabrics with a lightweight woven skirt lining. Complete the look with sparkly heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Structured and padded bust
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Sheer lace corset-designed bodice, flexible boning
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist, short party skirt, fit and flare silhouette
- Sheer lace and tulle fabrics, woven skirt lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1087
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Alaia Floral Embroidered Satin Mini Dress
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Designed to captivate from every angle, the Alaia satin mini dress stuns with a sheer sequin floral embroidered bodice that perfectly balances allure and elegance. It's your luxe go-to for nights that call for a little extra glam.
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric
- Sheer mesh bodice, lined sweetheart neckline, padded bust
- Flexible boning, back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Floral embroidery with clear sequins
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Pleating, mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthday celebrations, bachelorette parties, holiday soirees, and luxe nights out.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000414
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE, HUNTER
Available Size: S, XS, M, L, XL
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Winslow Off-The-Shoulder Skater Dress
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Romantic, refined, and made to twirl—the Winslow skater dress brings timeless charm to the modern moment. Crafted from jacquard woven fabric with an off-the-shoulder neckline and flared skater silhouette, it’s the definition of effortless elegance in motion.
Fit & Features
- Jacquard woven fabric, tulle and woven linings
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Drop waist seam
- Skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, fancy brunches, birthdays, date nights, dressy dinner parties, nights at the theatre
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000434
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Andie Velvet Drop Waist Skater Dress
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Elevate your formal outfit in a luxe velvet short dress featuring an off-the-shoulder collared sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a drop-waist design, and a pleated skater silhouette. Complete the outfit with glitter mesh 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
- Lined velvet fabrication
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Collared sweetheart bust, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Drop-waist design
- Pleated skater silhouette
- Short length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2444
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $64.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BURGUNDY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Lorelia Sequin Feather Strapless Party Dress
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Bring the razzle and dazzle in the Lorelia sequin mini dress bound to be the life of the party! She features a strapless neckline with non-slip grip lining, a padded bust, a fab feather trim along the front, a sexy bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The party dress is composed of a gorgeous sequin-embellished mesh fabric designed to sparkle and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in this mini-length dress with a bracelet and earrings for a birthday or dressy event!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless strapless neckline
- Non-slip grip lining, front feather trim
- Padded bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Sequin-embellished mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1789
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Carla Corset Tulle A-Line Mini Dress
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Made for twirling under chandeliers, the Carla dress blends fairytale charm with modern edge. Its strapless sweetheart neckline and sheer mesh corset bodice are adorned with sequins, beads, and embroidery, flowing into a flirty tulle A-line silhouette with a mini hem.
Fit & Features
- Mesh, tulle fabric with multiple linings
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Sheer mesh corset bodice, flexible boning, sequins, beading, embroidery
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line silhouette
- Voluminous mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthdays, date night, milestone celebrations, fancy parties, glam events
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000048
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $99.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Wrapped In Velvet Mini Dress
Get all wrapped up in chic and stylish velvet with this stunner of a mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps
- Wrap Front Creating V Neckline
- Square Back
- Ruched Side Detail
- Short Asymmetrical Hem
- Smooth Velvet Fabric I Lined
- Moderate Stretch I Form Hugging Fit
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0150
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Maryam Sequin Lace A-Line Mini Dress
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The Maryam dress is made for evenings that call for a little extra sparkle. Designed with a sequin lace embellished pattern and an airy A-line silhouette, it features a softly draped satin bust and a statement tie back that adds a romantic finishing touch.
Fit & Features
- Sequin lace-embellished pattern
- Mesh fabric lined with knit
- Satin pleated sweetheart bust, padded bra cups
- Spaghetti straps, satin tie-back, zipper with hook-eye closure
- Fitted A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, weddings, birthday dinners, graduation celebrations, formal parties, bridal showers, baby showers, date nights, semi-formal events
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000635
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK, LIGHT, BLUE
Available Size: M, L, XL, XS, S
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Makenna Floral Sequin A-Line Mini Dress
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Dazzle in movement with the Makenna floral sequin A-line mini dress, crafted to catch the light with every step. The playful flared silhouette and lace-up back bring a fresh mix of romance and allure, perfect for any occasion on your calendar.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Floral print sequin embroidery
- Sleeveless square neckline, underbust seam
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Open lace-up back, lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthday festivities, formal garden parties, bridal showers, fancy date nights, and bachelorette parties.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000415
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Anna Halter A-Line Beaded Mini Dress
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You've never seen beading like this. The Anna mini dress has a whole new glam vibe everyone will love, from the halter keyhole neckline to the flirty A-line silhouette, you'll have every eye on you!
Fit & Features
- Beaded embellishments, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Halter keyhole neckline
- Strappy back detail
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, birthdays, milestone celebrations, garden parties, dressy brunch, date nights
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000487
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Zoya Formal Velvet Corset Skater Dress
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Showcase a luxe flair in the Zoya formal velvet corset skater short dress, a chic option for a school dance or a fancy party! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a corset-style bodice, a built-in padded bust with a bust seam outline and ruched cups, bungee spaghetti straps, a high waist seam, a short skater skirt, and a fit and flare silhouette. The smooth velvet fabric will elevate the occasion. Complete the look with the short dress in lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, corset-style bodice
- Padded bust, bust seam outline, ruched cups
- Bungee spaghetti straps, hidden back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, short skater skirt, fit and flare silhouette
- Velvet fabric, knit lining at the bust, moderate stretch
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1820
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Such A Sweetheart Velvet Mini
You are such a sweetheart! Flaunt it! Dress features a slight sweetheart neckline with a fold over design, off shoulder straps, and a form fit, skirt meets bodice mid waist and cinches at the side hip. Dress hits mid thigh and is accented with an asymmetrical hem. Dress is composed of a smooth velvet fabric with moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8836
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Azalai Taffeta Ruffle Short Dress
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The Azalai satin short dress brings flirty allure with voluminous fun! She features an off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline with non-slip grip lining, ruffled elasticized sleeve cuffs, a padded bust, and a form-hugging short-length hem. The formal mini dress is composed of a metallic-like taffeta woven fabric with minimal stretch and a lined bust. Style with stiletto heels and a clutch to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neck, non-slip grip lining
- Lined padded bust, bra optional
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Ruffled elasticized sleeve cuffs
- Form-hugging, short-length hem
- Metallic-like taffeta woven fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1734
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Krissy Floral Sequin Mini Dress
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The Krissy dress feels like getting complimented all night long. The soft floral print paired with subtle sequin shimmer catches the light in the prettiest way, while the ruched sweetheart neckline keeps the whole look extra flattering.
Fit & Features
- Floral pattern, sequin-embellished fabric, knit lining
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Wide shoulder straps
- Cutout back with hook clasp closure, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Bridal celebrations, rehearsal dinners, engagement photos, birthdays, brunches, vacations, honeymoons, graduations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000848
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE, PRINT
Available Size: S, M, L, XL
Product Badge:- Best Seller
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Korrie Floral Soutache Mini Dress
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Romantic and sculpted, the Korrie floral soutache mini dress features a plunging V-neckline, curve-tracing bodycon fit, and an open back with a delicate strap detail. Equal parts flirty and elegant, it’s made for nights that deserve to be remembered.
Fit & Features
- Textured floral soutache design, mesh-lined fabric
- V-neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Flexible boning inserts
- Open back with hook closure strap
- Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, cocktail parties, date nights, engagement parties, birthday dinners, girls' nights, milestone celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000472
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE
Available Size: S
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Sweet Like Honey Floral Lace Skater Mini Dress
Serving flirty vibes with a playful twist, this lace mini dress brings the romance. With its tiered skirt and fitted bodice, it’s the perfect mix of cute and confident for brunch dates or dance floors.
Fit & Features
- Floral lace lined fabric
- Sweetheart neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Skater silhouette
- Tiered ruffle mini skirt
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000219
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Show 'Em Who's Boss Mini Dress
Show 'em who's boss in this sultry chic lace mini dress!
Fit & Features
- Crew neckline
- Long fitted sheer lace detail sleeves
- Sheer lace back | Exposed zipper closure
- Front lining
- Front waist cut out
- Short, curve hugging skirt | Stretchy crepe fabric | Short knit lining
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0710
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet And Stunning Ruched Mini Dress
Look oh-so-sweet and stunning in this trendy ruched mini dress that is perf for date night. It features an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline, padded cups with ruching at the bust, long sheer fitted sleeves with ruched detailing, and a corset-designed bodice. The dress has a flattering high waist seam that leads to a skirt with an asymmetrical faux wrap design and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the outfit with strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline
- Padded cups, ruching at the bust
- Long sheer fitted sleeves, ruching
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Corset-designed bodice, high waist seam
- Short skirt, asymmetrical faux wrap design, form-hugging fit
- Sheer mesh and crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1227
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Gorgeous Shimmer Corset Mini Dress
This trendy corset mini dress has a gorgeous shimmer that will catch everyone's eye! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, flexible boning for structure, a built-in no-slip strip, a corset-like bodice, a ruched body, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lurex glitter knit fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with chrome heels and an anklet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Flexible boning, no-slip strip
- Corset-like bodice
- Ruched body
- Mini-length silhouette
- Lurex glitter knit fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3915
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Francie Taffeta Strapless A-Line Dress
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Amaze and delight in the Francie taffeta party dress ready for twirling at school dances or dressy birthdays! She features a flirty strapless neckline with a fold-over accent, a flattering A-line silhouette, and a short-length hem. The party dress is crafted from a woven taffeta fabric with a subtle sheen and has multiple tulle and a stretchy knit lining for a voluminous effect. Complete the look with a dazzling necklace and earrings set.
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, fold-over accent
- Back zipper closure
- A-line silhouette, short-length hem
- Taffeta woven fabric, subtle sheen effect
- Multiple tulle and stretchy knit lining
- Strapless bra or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1887
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale