Short Cocktail Dresses
The invite says cocktail, but your dress can still have a little fun with it. This short cocktail dress edit is full of strapless, cowl neckline, corset bodice, off-the-shoulder, and long sleeve silhouettes that go from sleek to statement. Choose mesh, slinky jersey, silky satin, velvet, or lace, then add your kind of drama with floral print, rhinestones, sequins, beading, or a side sash. Black, red, burgundy, navy, and emerald green keep the mood polished for birthday soirees, sorority formals, and guest of wedding plans—aka every excuse to dress up and take too many photos. Finish with heels and a mini bag, then let the dress handle the rest.
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Short Cocktail Dresses for Parties & Special Events
Short Cocktail Dresses bring a playful edge to dressed-up occasions, with mini and shorter silhouettes made for cocktail parties, celebrations, and nights out. Go sleek in a fitted bodycon, add movement with an A-line or skater shape, or make more of a statement with corset details, open backs, ruffles, and lace-up designs. From satin and velvet to sequins and dark florals, these shorter styles can shift from polished to party-ready.
Mini Cocktail Dresses for Fall & Winter Plans
For Friendsgiving dinners and fall celebrations, knit, satin, mesh, and dark floral styles bring seasonal texture to the shorter hem. Cowl, halter, square, and sweetheart necklines offer different ways to frame the look, while off-shoulder, one-shoulder, and strapless designs dial up the drama for evening plans.
Holiday parties and New Year’s Eve call for extra shine. Mini cocktail dresses with beading, rhinestones, mesh, or unique sequin patterns catch the light, while velvet adds a richer finish for winter events. When you want more coverage without giving up cocktail style, explore Long Sleeve Cocktail Dresses.
Dress Up a Short Cocktail Look for Cooler Nights
A few layers and accessories can take a shorter dress further through the season. Pair satin, velvet, or embellished styles with heels and sparkling jewelry for a polished party look, then add boleros for extra coverage on cooler nights.
For a broader range of lengths and silhouettes, explore Windsor’s cocktail dresses, from short party styles to more elevated options for dressier events.
Is a Short Dress Appropriate for a Cocktail Party?
Yes. Short cocktail dresses are appropriate for many cocktail parties, but consider the event’s dress code and formality along with the hemline. A mini can feel cocktail-ready when elevated through a structured silhouette, luxe fabric, sophisticated neckline, or details like beading and rhinestones. For more conservative or formal events, a slightly longer hem or more refined styling may better fit the setting.
If you’re deciding between cocktail and formal attire, the distinction goes beyond dress length. The venue, time of day, invitation, fabrication, and overall finish can all help determine how dressed-up your look should be. Explore the cocktail dress vs. formal dress guide for more guidance.
Find Windsor’s Short Cocktail Dresses for fall celebrations, holiday parties, New Year’s Eve, and nights out, with mini and shorter styles designed to make dressing up feel fun.
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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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Ariella Floral Brocade Mini Dress
Special Occasion
A little floral texture makes this mini feel ready for the RSVP list. The Ariella floral brocade mini dress pairs a strapless neckline with an A-line silhouette and lace-up back detail for a polished event-ready look.
Fit & Features
- Floral brocade woven fabric, sewn-in woven lining
- Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining, padded bra cups
- A-line mini silhouette
- Lace-up back detail, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
HOCO, birthday parties, wedding guests, bridal showers, sorority formals, date nights, milestone celebrations, fashion-forward events, semi-formal occasions
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000749
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: S, M, L, XL
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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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- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
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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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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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