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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Blair Formal Off The Shoulder Lace Dress
Special Occasion
Radiate luxe and glamour with a formal lace dress that brings enchanting details to your evening. The dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust with padded cups, short sleeves, a ribbon tie-waist belt, and a party-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes voluminous petticoat for that extra flare! Complete look with heels.
Fit & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline
- Sweetheart bust, padded cups
- Short sleeves
- Tie-waist ribbon belt with belt loops
- Party length silhouette
- Lined floral lace fabric, petticoat
- Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0795
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitter Goddess Velvet One Shoulder Mini Dress
Shine on like the goddess you are in this gorgeous glitter velvet mini dress! It features a flattering one shoulder neckline, front padding, a wrap front with ruched detailing, and a short, asymmetrical hemline. The glitter velvet fabric has an intricate broque design. Pair this dress with a stunning rhinestone cuff to add a touch of glam to your look.
Fit & Features
- One shoulder neckline
- Front padding
- Wrap front with ruched detailing
- Short, asymmetrical hemline
- Curve-hugging fit
- Glitter velvet fabric wtih broque design
- Moderate stretch
The saturation of glitter varies. Glitter may transfer.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3663
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $16.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Wrapped In Basics Mini Dress
Wrap yourself in basics to make an effortlessly chic statement! This mini dress features a mock neck, short sleeves and a mini length silhouette with an envelope hem. Dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0322
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $28.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitz And Shimmer Open Back Mini Dress
Shine on glitter goddess! This dress features a crew neckline, fitted long sleeves, and a dramatic open back. Composed of a glitter mesh fabric, it offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate amount of stretch. Zipper not included.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0435
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Make An Entrance Heat Stones Mini Dress
You'll be making one hell of an entrance in this stunning dress!
Fits & Features
- Mock Neckline
- Fitted Long Sleeves
- Unlined Sleeves, Partial Chest, Back, And Neck
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Lined, Semi-Sheer Mesh Fabric
- Scroll & Geometric Patterned Heat Stones
- Curve-Hugging Fit
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0295
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Living For Lace Mini Dress
We're living for this lacy look! It features a lined sleeveless lace bodice, a plunging V neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, an open back with sheer panel that leads to a lower back keyhole. The fully lined slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress offers a curve hugging fit.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8525
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Walk The Mock Neck Mini Dress
Talk the talk and walk the walk in this must have mini dress! It features a sleek, form hugging silhouette with a mock neck, long sleeves with thumb-hole slits, and a mini length. Brushed knit offers plenty of stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0124
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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On One Studded Mini Dress
Girl you are on one! This party dress is one for the books. Designed with a boat neckline, long sleeves, and a short mini hemline that meets above the knee. Dress is partially lined at the skirt and composed of a mesh material that offers moderate stretch. A mix of studs, heat stones, and rhinestones adorn this dress in a beautiful pattern that we are obsessed with!
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0225
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $66.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Loved In Lace Mini Dress
You'll for sure fall head over heels in love with this mesh and lace mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a deep V neckline with a padded bust, an exposed back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, flattering, form hugging fit. The natural dress includes a mesh waist, a full knit lining, and crochet lace appliques adorned all over for a beautiful touch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8491
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $52.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Marisa Sequin Corset Tulle Skater Dress
Special Occasion
Made to shimmer with every step, the Marisa tulle skater dress features delicate sequin embroidery and a tiered silhouette that feels both playful and polished. A sheer corset bodice and textured straps add a romantic finish, perfect for unforgettable nights out.
Fit & Features
- Sequin embroidery, tulle-lined fabric
- Sweetheart neckline
- Sequin-embellished adjustable shoulder straps
- Sheer corset-structured bodice
- Back zipper closure
- Ruffled layered skater silhouette, short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
HOCO, weddings, birthdays, formal events, glamorous cocktail parties, milestone celebrations, holidays
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000561
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $159.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Hayden Halter Lace-Up Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Flirt with the spotlight in the Hayden embroidered mini dress, designed with a high halter neckline and an open lace-up back that wows from every angle. Its textured floral finish adds just the right touch of luxe.
Fit & Features
- Embroidered woven-lined fabric
- High halter neckline
- Open lace-up back design
- Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, weddings, engagement parties, baby showers, bridal showers, fancy brunches, birthdays, milestone celebrations, cocktail soirees
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000255
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $79.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Taryn Glitter Corset Lace-Up Skater Dress
Special Occasion
Designed for your grand entrance, the Taryn glitter dress brings sparkle and structure with a strapless corset bodice, skater mini silhouette, and a lace-up back that stuns from every angle. Glitter woven fabric layered over tulle and knit linings adds soft volume and shimmer that moves with you.
Fit & Features
- Glitter woven fabric, tulle and knit linings
- Strapless corset bodice, flexible boning inserts, padded bra cups
- Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Hidden side pockets
- Skater mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, engagement parties, date nights, cocktail parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000013
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Dreamy Luxe Satin Mini Dress
You'll look like an absolute dream in this luxe satin mini dress! It features an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline with a wrap-front design, short puff sleeves with a ruffled trim, pleating at the bodice, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with embellished hoop earrings and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline
- Wrap-front design
- Short puff sleeves, ruffled trim
- Pleated detailing at the bodice
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Satin knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1206
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bring The Flare Flocked Velvet Skater Dress
Bring the flare with a cute skater dress that creates a twirl-worthy moment! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, a floral flocked velvet pattern, spaghetti straps, an unlined floral lace back with a lower back keyhole, and a tiered skater silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined scuba crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with block heels and a rhinestone choker.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Floral flocked velvet pattern
- Spaghetti stra[s
- Unlined floral lace back, lower back keyhole
- Tiered skater silhouette
- Lined scuba crepe fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1161
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Layla Formal Sequin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the shine to match your glam taste in our sparkling Layla dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, short sleeves, a natural fit waist and a curve hugging midi length silhouette with bold side slit. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with sequins throughout. Garment offers a minimal stretch and includes a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4093
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Twinkling Moments Glitter Mini Dress
Showcase your shine in this spotlight-stealing mini dress! You'll be having a moment everywhere you go!
Fits & Features
- Wrap V Neckline
- Long Fitted Sleeves
- Asymmetrical Wrap Mini Skirt
- Glitter Lurex Fabric I Fully Lined
- Curve Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0432
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Gia Rhinestone Mini Dress
Special Occasion
We all know diamonds are a girl's best friend, shine in sparkling rhinestones in our glitzy Gia dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a built in no slip strip, a plunging wired sweetheart neckline accented with a rhinestone embellished fringe and adjustable spaghetti straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with a hook and eye fasten closure
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0241
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $99.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Jess Off The Shoulder Dress
You're known for your moves—make 'em in our dynamite midnight blue satin Jess dress! She features an off-the-shoulder neckline, seamless sleeveless bodice with fold-over detail and back zip, and an A-line flared mini with pockets at either hip. Jess is made from a smooth, shiny material with moderate stretch.Model is 5’9” with a 32” bust, 24.5 waist, and 35” hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0002
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Velvet Burnout Mini Dress
This Semi sheer dress features a high crew neckline, long sleeves, and a sheer bodice that features a halter style underlay that cuts out at the midriff. Hem hits mid thigh and includes a partial mini skirt lining. Dress is composed of a mesh material with a velvet flocked burnout design. This dress is form fitting and offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8848
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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In Lust With Lace Mini Dress
You'll be in lust with this gorgeous lace mini. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, tank-like shoulder straps that lead to a sheer back with a zipper closure, a V neckline, a padded bust, sheer waist insets, and lace detailing along the sides. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch and a form hugging fit.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0011
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Luxe Affair Velvet One-Shoulder Mini Dress
Make your next formal party a luxe affair in this smooth velvet mini dress designed with an asymmetric one-shoulder neckline with a partial sweetheart bust and a long fitted sleeve. The ruched faux wrap-front design will accentuate your curves along the bodycon silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric with front knit lining, moderate stretch
- Asymmetric one-shoulder neckline, sweetheart bust with no-slip strip, long fitted sleeve
- Ruched bodice, high waist seam
- Ruched faux wrap-front design
- Mini-length hem
- Bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5862
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lara Formal Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the sparkle in our dazzling Lara sequin dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust with padded cups, long bishop sleeves. and a mini length silhouette. She is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with shimmering sequins throughout. The dress offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Complete look with rhinestone hair clips.
Fit & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline with a built-in no-slip strip
- Sweetheart bust
- Padded cups
- Long bishop sleeves
- Mini length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric
- Sequins
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0525
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dazzle Diva Glitter Open Back Dress
Dazzle like the diva you are in this shimmering mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Crew neckline
- Fitted long sleeves
- Dramatic open back with draped accent
- Glitter mesh fabric I Fully lined
- Form hugging fit with moderate stretch
- Zipper not included
- Glitter may transfer
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0121
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $40.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kelsey Taffeta One-Shoulder Bow Party Dress
Special Occasion
Your fabulous presence will be the perfect gift in the Kelsey mini party dress arriving on the scene! Turn heads in her one-shoulder neckline with dual adjustable spaghetti straps, and a pleated bodycon silhouette that creates the illusion of an hourglass figure. She features a statement side bow with a train that gracefully glides against the floor for a dramatic flair! The formal party mini dress is composed of a taffeta woven fabric with a sewn-in knit lining. Complete the look with stiletto pumps for dressy celebrations and holiday soirees!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Dual adjustable spaghetti straps
- Hidden side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Statement side bow with train
- Pleated bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Taffeta woven fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1981
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $74.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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