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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.

  • Real Smooth Satin Mini Dress

    An effortless look to wear for your girls' night out! With adjustable spaghetti straps, v-neckline, dual hook and eye closure straps and flirty waist cut outs at the back, this is a statement dress. She is composed of sleek satin material and offers ample stretch to move and groove through the night. Zipper not included. 

    Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

     

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0419

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Wrapped In Pleats Midi Dress
    Wrap yourself in pretty pleats to make a gorgeous appearance! The mini dress features a sage green color, a wrap V neckline, narrow shoulder straps and an asymmetrical wrap silhouette. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8615

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Iconic Stunner Strapless Bodycon Satin Mini Dress

    Own the night in this satin mini dress, looking like an iconic stunner! With its sleek and chic strapless design and body-hugging satin fabric, this dress will make you stand out.

    Fit & Features

    • Stretch satin fabric, bust knit lining
    • Strapless sweetheart wrap neckline
    • Padded bra cups
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000053

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Love Spark Glitter Off The Shoulder Dress

    If you love to sparkle this glitter off-the-shoulder dress will have you shimmering all night! It features a bodycon silhouette, a front slit accent, and a mini-length hem. Complete the look in a choker necklace and heels for a dressy occasion!

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder neckline
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Front slit accent
    • Mini-length hem
    • Glitter stretch-knit fabric
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1735

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $35.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Mock Neck Keyhole Mini Dress

    Add this stunning mini dress into your wardrobe. It's a look no one could EVER forget. 

    Fits & Features

    • Mock Neckline I Keyhole Cut Out At Center
    • Unlined Long Fitted Sleeves, Back, & Midsection
    • Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure 
    • Mini Length Silhouette 
    • Mesh Fabric With Velvet Burnout Pattern All Over 
    • Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch

    Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust,  24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.  

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0627

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $16.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Undeniable Glamour Rhinestone Sheer Mesh Mini Dress

    Made for the girl who doesn’t wait for the moment—she creates it. This rhinestone mini dress stuns with sheer mesh and sculpted sparkle that hugs every curve, giving you that undeniable, walk-in-like-you-own-it confidence.

    Fit & Features

    • Crew neckline with long fitted sleeves
    • Sheer mesh bodice with rhinestone embellishments
    • Asymmetric cutout waist panels
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Knit lining with high stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5867

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Bring The Glitz One-Shoulder Glitter Mini Dress

    Bring the glitz and glam to your fabulous night out in this glitter mini dress! Designed with a stretchy glitter knit fabric, this mini-length dress is shaped with an asymmetric one-shoulder neckline with a long balloon-style sleeve to add that bold flair. The bodycon silhouette is accented with a ruched side design with an adjustable tie to accentuate your curves. Complete the look with metallic heels for a birthday or bachelorette party!

    Fit & Features

    • Stretchy glitter knit fabric
    • One-shoulder neckline
    • Long balloon sleeve with tapered hem
    • Ruched side design with adjustable tie
    • Bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5502

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • It Girl Energy Satin Mini Dress

    Bring that it girl energy to your look in this sleek satin mini dress. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a twist-front design, a built-in padded bust, a center keyhole cutout, spaghetti straps, ruched detailing down the sides, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. Style with clear heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
    • Twist-front design, padded bust, keyhole cutout
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Ruching down the side seams
    • Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
    • Smooth satin fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1284

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $45.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Bright and Beautiful Velvet Glitter Mini Dress

    Light up the night with a glitter dress that brings the glow! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, ruched side seams, and composed of a lined velvet glitter fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone earrings and mules

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Ruched side seams with drawstring ties
    • Lined velvet glitter fabric
    • Mini length silhouette
    • Form hugging fit
    • Moderate stretch 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3665

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $16.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Step Out Looking Chic Off-The-Shoulder Mini Dress

    Step out looking chic in this off-the-shoulder mini dress featuring halter straps, a foldover design, and a bodycon silhouette that flaunts your figure. Style the dress with earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Stretchy knit fabric
    • Off-the-shoulder neckline, foldover design
    • Halter straps
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5859

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $7.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Aida Strapless Taffeta Bubble Hem Party Dress

    Special Occasion

    Fun and cute, the Aida bubble party dress is ready to make you the talk of the school dance or event! She features a strapless neckline, padded bra cups, and a knit bodice with side ruched seams for a flattering fit. The taffeta bubble hem adds a touch of playfulness to this exclusive dress. Complete the look in statement high heels and jewelry!

    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

    • Strapless neckline
    • Padded bra cups
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Knit bodice, side ruched seams
    • Taffeta bubble short hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2230

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Here To Flirt Ruffled Ruched Mesh Mini Dress

    You're here to flirt in this alluring ruffled ruched mesh mini dress! The airy sheer mesh fabric includes a short knit lining for coverage while still showcasing a sexy allure. The mini-length dress is shaped with a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, and ruching down the side seams to accentuate your stunning curves. The asymmetric hem has a sheer ruffled hem for that extra flair, while the bodycon silhouette flaunts your gorgeous figure. Style this mini dress with a rhinestone handbag for a pop of sparkle.

    Fit & Features

    • Stretchy sheer mesh fabric, mini-length knit lining
    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Ruched side seams
    • Asymmetric hem with sheer ruffled trim
    • Bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5563

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Tess Rhinestone Faux Pearl Bodycon Dress

    Special Occasion

    The Queen has arrived! Greet your royal constituents in the Tess party dress at a club with the girls or a dressy celebration. She features fitted long sleeves, a square neckline, a bodycon silhouette that flatters your curves, and a mini-length hem. The party dress is composed of a mesh fabric with an intricate rhinestone and faux pearl embellished pattern and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in bold platform heels

     Fit & Features

    • Fitted long sleeves, square neckline
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Intricate faux pearl, rhinestone embellished pattern
    • Mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Bra friendly design
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1632

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $59.97 $129.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glowing Moment Rhinestone Crepe Mini Dress

    Create a glowing moment in a dress that illuminates your next night out! The mini dress features a plunging V-neckline with a wrap accent at the center of the bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a side rhinestone fringe. The dress is composed of retentive crepe knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Complete look with black heels

    Fit & Features 

    • Sleeveless V-neckline
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Back zipper and hook and eye closure
    • Side rhinestone fringe 
    • Mini length silhouette
    • Crepe fabric with moderate stretch
    • Form-hugging fit

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1152

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Satin And Lace Mini Dress

    Keep it playfully sultry in this head turning mini dress! 

    Fit & Features 

    • Plunging Square Neckline | Lace Trim
    • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
    • Lace Up Bust
    • Vertical Princess Seams
    • Satin
    • Fully Lined
    • Form Hugging Fit | Minimal Stretch 

     

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

     

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0421

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $33.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Knot Tonight Drape Mini Dress

    Go for maximum drama in this eye-catching mini! Dress features a deep V neckline, a draped bodice with knot detail at middle and an elasticized back, long bell sleeves, and a gently pleated flared mini. Dress is made from a lightly textured crepe-like blend 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: 05101-0164

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Cut To The Chase Bandage Dress

    Let's cut to the chase - this little black dress couldn't get any sultrier! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a square neckline, bold and sexy side cut outs with bar accents, and an exposed back gold zipper and hook and eye closure. The dress is composed of a bandage knit fabric that offers a curve hugging fit and plenty of stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 06005-6240

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $44.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sparkle Is The Answer Glitter Ruffle Mini Dress

    When the occasion calls for sparkle, this glitter mini dress is the answer! With an alluring square neckline, spaghetti straps, and a cross back, this bodycon silhouette creates an irresistibly chic look down to the tiered ruffle mini-length hem. Complete the look in strappy block heels for a holiday dinner party or birthday!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps, cross back
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Tiered ruffle mini-length hem
    • Glitter knit fabric, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2688

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Keep It Luxe Rhinestone Velvet Mini Dress

    Keep your party look luxe and glamorous with this embellished velvet mini dress! It features a one-shoulder neckline with a long fitted sleeve, an asymmetrical sheer mesh waist insert to show off a hint of skin with iridescent rhinestone embellishments for some added sparkle, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. The smooth velvet fabric offers a moderate stretch. Style with lace-up heels.

    Fit & Features

    • One-shoulder neckline
    • Single long fitted sleeve
    • Asymmetrical sheer mesh insert at the waist
    • Mini iridescent rhinestone embellishments
    • Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
    • Velvet fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4672

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • One Wish Glitter Knit Mini Dress

    If i had one wish it would be to see you sparkle all night long babe! This glittering mini dress is designed with a sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps that are adjustable, and a form fitting silhouette. Bodice of dress has a padded cup design, and is fully lined. Composed of a velvet material that is embossed with small stripes of glitter that reflects multiple colors! 

    Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust,  23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.  

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0444

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $37.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Midnight Muse Velvet Halter Dress

    Crafted from a plush, luxe velvet, this dress molds to your body with a soft, sculpted fit while the sweetheart bust adds that flirty, romantic finish. The halter straps frame your shoulders, the ruched detailing cinches every angle, and the mini length keeps it bold for holiday parties and date night!

    Fit & Features

    • Luxe velvet fabric, sewn-in knit lining
    • Sweetheart halter neckline, padded bra cups, tie straps
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Ruched bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000659

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BURGUNDY

    Available Size: XS, S, M

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  • Colleen Taffeta Strapless Bubble Hem Dress

    Special Occasion

    Adorable is an understatement with the Colleen party skater dress on the scene! She strikes the crowd with her sweetness in her strapless sweetheart neckline, flexible boning inserted along the bodice for a structured fit, hidden side pockets for keeping your hands warm, and a sassy bubble short-length hem. The party dress is composed of a taffeta woven fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete the look in gorgeous rhinestone earrings for a school dance or banquet!

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless sweetheart neckline, non-slip grip lining
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Flexible boning inserts along the bodice
    • Hidden side pockets
    • Skater silhouette, bubble short-length hem
    • Taffeta woven fabric, sewn-in knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1895

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Chic Romance Bodycon Mini Dress

    This curve-hugging mini dress will look chic for a romantic dinner date. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a V-wired center design, a pleated fabric overlay at the bust, thin shoulder straps, and a short, fitted, bodycon silhouette. The smooth ponte knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete the outfit with strappy stilettos.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, V-wired center design
    • Pleated fabric overlay at the bust
    • Thin shoulder straps
    • High waist seam, mini-length hem
    • Fitted bodycon silhouette
    • Ponte knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4649

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Lace Amour V-Neck Skater Dress

    Breeze into your date in this lovely lace skater dress to bring romance! The dress features a sleeveless V-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, a fit and flare silhouette, and a tiered ruffled short hem. Complete the look in chic block heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neck
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Fit and flare skater silhouette
    • Tiered ruffled short hem
    • Lace fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1559

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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