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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Selma Short A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Playful and pretty, the Selma short dress has a timeless A-line silhouette with flattering side pleated detailing that makes a statement.
Fit & Features
- Scuba woven fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Square neckline, padded bra cups
- Wide shoulder straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Side pleated detailing, princess seam detailing
- A-Line silhouette, short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, garden parties, fancy date nights, special events, milestone celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000064
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Tempt Me Satin Mini Dress
Dare to be tempting with your wardrobe. This mini dress features a sweetheart lace trim neckline, a bra-like bodice with a ruched detail down the center, and a sexy lace-trimmed hem. Complete the look in simple heels.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart lace trim neckline
- Bra-like bodice, center ruched detail
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper closure
- Form-fitting silhouette
- Lace trim mini-length hem
- Luxe satin fabric, moderate stretch, fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0386
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Sheila Satin Queen Skater Dress
Special OccasionRadiate elegance and grace as you stun in our breathing Macy dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to an unlined floral lace back with a lower back keyhole. Her slim fit bodice leads to a fluttering double layered skater skirt. Macy is composed of a luxe satin and lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4063
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Feeling Flirtatious Satin Glitter Mini Dress
Looking for something to make heads turn? This satin mini dress is the perfect pick! It features a sheer mesh glitter peasant long sleeves, a figure-flattering side pleated seam and bodycon silhouette, and a wrap mini-length hem. Complete the look with heels and a handbag for a party!
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh glitter peasant long sleeves
- Square neckline
- Side pleated seam
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap mini-length hem
- Satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2925
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Shimmer And Spin Glitter Mini Dress
Playful yet polished—this glitter skater mini dress shines with a strapless neckline and flared silhouette that moves with you. Perfect for parties, birthday dinners, or any RSVP events!
Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric with stretch, knit lining
- Strapless neckline
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000376
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Scarlet Formal Glitter Drape Dress
Special Occasion
A delicate side drape and glitter steals the show on the Scarlet formal dress perfect for all-night dancing! She captures all the attention in her sleek, one-shoulder design with a sheer long sleeve, high waist seam, and bodycon short skirt. Her side cascading drape creates a dramatic flair for the evening while elongating your figure! The formal dress is composed of a sheer glitter knit overlay with a knit lining and moderate stretch. Complete the look in statement earrings and sassy heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder design, sheer long sleeve
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- High waist seam, side cascading drape
- Bodycon silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Sheer glitter overlay, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0976
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Life Of The Party Mini Dress
Center of attention? All eyes on you? It's a given when you say yes to this dress!
Fits & Features
- Mock Neck With Two-Button Closure At Nape
- Faux Wrap-Style Bodice With Cutouts At Back, Bust, Waist
- Fitted Long Sleeves
- Slim Pencil, Mini Length Skirt
- Bodycon Fit
- Velvet Composition I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0156
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Plus Pretty And Pleated Skater Dress
Be a stunner in this pretty and pleated skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, wide shoulder straps, a deep V neckline, padded cups, an empire waistband, and a skater skirt paired with pleated details. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch and includes a lined bodice.
Model is 5'11" with a 38" bust, 37" waist and 48.5" hips. She is wearing a 1X
Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0057
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Cinched And Chic Ruched Mini Dress
Get cinched in a fab LBD that showcases curves from all the right places! The dress features a sweetheart neckline, sheer balloon sleeves, a ruched drawstring at the center, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of mesh and nylon-knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with stiletto heels and a faux leather crossbody.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline
- Long balloon sleeves
- Ruched drawstring at center
- Mini length silhouette
- Mesh and lined nylon knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4005
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Simply Striking Crepe A-Line Mini Dress
This dress brings clean lines and chicness to any dressy moment. Crafted from structured crepe in a strapless A-line mini silhouette, it’s the kind of effortlessly polished look that makes every entrance feel elevated.
Fit & Features
- Crepe fabric, sewn-in woven lining
- Strapless neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000169
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Genna Sequin Patterned Midi Dress
You'll fall head over heels for our gorgeous Genna sequin midi dress! She features a sleeveless deep V-neckline, dual adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a strappy lattice back design, and a mid-length, curve-hugging silhouette. The mesh fabric features stunning all-over sequin embroidery in a chic vintage-inspired pattern. Style this dress with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Dual adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lattice back design, tie closure
- Mid-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Back slit
- Mesh fabric, sequin embroidery
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0309
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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For The Love Of Lace Dress
We are and always will be in love with lace! This dress features a V neckline, padded cups, and a form fit. Equipped with spaghetti straps that lead to a racer back and keyhole cut out, and a zipper closure lower back. Dress is fully lined and composed of a lace knit material that offers minimal stretch.
Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8645
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Ada Rhinestone Open Back Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Made to shimmer under the lights, the Ada rhinestone bodycon dress stuns with its sleek strapless silhouette and daring draped back. A perfect mix of polished glamour and modern edge, it’s built for unforgettable entrances.
Fit & Features
- Rhinestone embellished knit fabric
- Strapless tube neckline
- Draped open back
- Bodycon fit
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, bachelorettes, date nights, birthdays, rooftop hotel bars, cocktail parties, concerts
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000389
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $64.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: GOLD
Available Size: L
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Perfection And Beauty Rhinestone Mock Neck Mini Dress
Ready to make an unforgettable impression? This rhinestone mini dress is perfect for your next dressy occasion or bachelorette night out! With sheer fitted long sleeves, a sheer mock neckline, and a bodycon silhouette on rhinestone embellished mesh fabric that sparkles under the light. Complete the look with high heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer fitted long sleeves
- Sheer mock neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Rhinestone embellished mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5230
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Speak My Language Crepe Rose Strapless Dress
This crepe mini dress speaks your love language! Featuring a strapless neckline with non-slip grip lining, front 3D roses that make a statement, and a flattering bodycon silhouette. The party dress is composed of a sleek crepe fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with strappy block heels for a cocktail party or dressy event!
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- 3D roses across the front
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Crepe fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2777
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Serene Formal Sequin Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Keep it sultry and glamorous for dances or parties in the Serene formal sequin bodycon mini dress! She features a sleeveless square neckline, a built-in padded bust that eliminates the need for a bra, adjustable spaghetti straps, an open back with a lace-up strappy design for a customized fit, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette that will hug your natural curves. The lined mesh fabric features glitzy sequin embroidery in a stunning scroll pattern to catch everyone's eye. Style with metallic heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, built-in padded bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, open back, lace-up strappy design, tie closure
- High waist seam, mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, minimal stretch
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1813
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Dinner And Drinks Crepe Surplice Mini Dress
The perfect crepe mini dress for dinner and drinks with bae! It features sheer chiffon peasant long sleeves for a romantic touch, a surplice V-neckline, a flattering bodycon silhouette, and a wrap-style hem. Complete the look with a classy necklace and heels!
Fit & Features
- Sheer chiffon peasant long sleeves
- Surplice V-neckline
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap-style mini length hem
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2568
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Bri Taffeta Puff Sleeve Party Dress
Special Occasion
Show up and stun in the adorable and flirty Bri taffeta party dress! She features a sweetheart neckline, short puff sleeves, a fitted bodice with flexible boning, a high waist seam, a short skater skirt with pleating, and a fab fit and flare silhouette. The woven taffeta fabric includes a full knit lining and a tulle underskirt for extra volume. Style with platform heels for your birthday festivities.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline
- Short puff sleeves, elasticized hems
- Fitted bodice, flexible boning inserts, high waist seam
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Short skater skirt, pleating, fit and flare silhouette
- Taffeta fabric, knit lining, tulle underskirt, minimal stretch
- Bra-friendly design
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1501
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Twirl All Night Crepe Skater Dress
Twirl all night in this sassy crepe skater dress for your next fancy soiree! It features a sleeveless, sweetheart neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, built-in padded bust, mesh ruched bodice with piping, and a short flared hem. Complete the look in rhinestone heels for a sparkling glow.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, sweetheart neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust
- Mesh ruched bodice with piping
- Back zipper closure
- Short skater silhouette
- Crepe fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1730
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Instant Icon Glitter Color Block Party Dress
This glitter party dress will become an instant icon! Step out and shine in this sleeveless dress featuring a one-shoulder neckline, tank strap, colorblock stripes across the bust, and a flattering bodycon silhouette and mini-length hem. Complete the look with a fabulous clutch and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Tank strap
- Colorblock stripes across the bust
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2668
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Sianna Strapless Bodycon Satin Midi Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Redefine chic elegance in the Sianna midi satin formal dress with a flattering bodycon fit and wrap front slit for effortless movement!
This dress brings the fun and the fashion. If you love a bold, playful look, explore our stylish short prom dresses or make an entrance in our stunning short wedding guest dresses in short and mini lengths.
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric, sewn-in stretchy knit lining
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Flexible boning
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Front wrap slit
- Bodycon fit
- Midi-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, weddings, bridesmaids, engagement parties, cocktail soirees, birthday dinners, dressed-up date nights
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2728
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Sweet Day Dress
This dress has some class and a whole lot of sass! This darling black dress features a sweetheart neckline with padded cups, wide off the shoulder straps, a hidden back zipper with a hook closure for a seamless appearance and a secure fit. Skater skirt adds some extra flare with layers of tulle. Dress is composed of a lace fabric with a moderate stretch and includes a full lining.Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-6453
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Summer Crepe One-Shoulder Midi Party Dress
Special Occasion
Showcase your sophisticated style in the Summer midi party dress for every special occasion this season! She features a head-turning strappy back and a one-shoulder neckline, fitted bodice, and a high-cut slit on a midi hemline perfect for showing off some skin. The party dress is composed of a crepe knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete your look in radiant rhinestone heels and a matching clutch.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder, strappy back
- Fitted bodice
- High-cut slit, midi hem
- Crepe knit fabric
- Moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0895
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Booked And Busy Ruffle Hem Bodycon Mini Dress
Booked, busy, and dressed accordingly. This bodycon mini dress hugs in all the right places with a tie-back halter neckline and flirty ruffle hem that was made for parties, date nights, and last-minute plans.
Fit & Features
- Sleek knit fabric with knit lining, high stretch
- Sleeveless subtle sweetheart neckline
- Tie-back halter spaghetti straps, partially open back
- Dual vertical seams down the front
- Mini-length ruffled hem
- Bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000763
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $34.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: IVORY, RED
Available Size: S, M, L, XS