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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Alisha Pleated Floral Printed Party Dress
You'll make a stunning entrance in our beyond gorgeous Alisha party dress! Her flirty flowy skater skirt will let you twist and twirl on the dance floor. Her caged back design adds a fun twist to the dress. Strut it at your next dance and have all eyes on you babe. Glam her up with some rhinestone earrings and platform heels.
Fit & Features
- High rounded neckline
- Tank shoulder straps
- Caged back design with cut-outs
- Back zipper closure
- High waist
- Flowy pleated skater skirt with pockets
- Floral print
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0429
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $31.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Vanessa Formal Crepe Midi Dress
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Keep it classically chic in our elegant Vanessa midi dress! Her off the shoulder neckline is perfect for pairing with a statement necklace and midi length showcases glowing gams!
Fit & Features
- Off The Shoulder Neckline
- Wrap Sweetheart Bust
- Princess Seams
- Midi Length Silhouette | Wrap Style
- Lined Crepe Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0397
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
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Chic And Spotted Mini Dress
Get a chic and spotted look in this adorable trendy little mini! The dress features an off the shoulder neckline with short cuffed sleeves with ruffle trim detailing, a front keyhole cut out with a tie closure, a stretchy smocked back, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a lightweight woven fabric with a cute all over animal print.
Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0342
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $48.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Abbi Taffeta Formal Dress
Special OccasionOur beautiful taffeta sleeveless Abbi dress brings us back to vintage-inspired style! She features a round neckline, padded cups, a cut out at the Back as well as two zippers. One at the upper and one the lower back. Abbi is a perfect party length and has pockets! She has a lining with a tutu underneath, this gives the dress an elegant poof. One is never under dressed in a little black dress!
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: 05001-0037
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $56.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Stylish Satin Skater Dress
Make a stylish statement in this sleek satin skater dress. It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a lattice back with a tie closure, a square neckline with a high waist seam, hidden slanted side pockets, and a flirty, flowy skater skirt. Dress is composed of a stretchy satin-like fabric.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0038
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $48.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Dominique Floral Velvet Off The Shoulder Mini Dress
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Enchant in a velvet dress with an off-the-shoulder neckline, floral-accented trim, and a curve-hugging mini-length hem. Complete your formal outfit with a rhinestone clutch.
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
- Velvet fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, no-slip strip
- Floral accented trim at the bust, short sleeve cuffs
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Ruching
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2306
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Luxe Enchantment Glitter Tube Ruffled Skater Dress
Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric with knit bust lining, moderate stretch
- Strapless elasticized straight neckline, no-slip strip
- High waist seam
- Tiered ruffled design
- Skater silhouette
- Mini-length shark hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3603
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Garden Paradise Floral Velvet Lace-Up Mini Dress
With a flocked floral velvet pattern, this mini dress lets you escape to a garden paradise! It features a sweetheart neckline, a padded bust, spaghetti straps that lace up along the back for a customized style, and a sexy bodycon silhouette and mini-length. Complete the look with a choker necklace for a night out!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Spaghetti straps, lace-up back
- Zipper and hook-eye closure
- Padded bust
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Flocked floral velvet fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5401
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sheer Surprise Velvet Mesh Dress
Step and stun in this short dress for a night on the town! It features long sleeves, a mock neck with dual button closures, a keyhole cutout, a burnout velvet scroll, and sheer mesh inserts throughout the body-hugging silhouette. Complete the look with statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Long sleeves
- Mock neck with dual button closures
- Back keyhole cutout
- Body-hugging, short-length hem
- Burnout velvet scroll and sheer mesh inserts
- Partial lining, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1929
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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City Slicker Satin Mini Dress
A sleek mini, inspired by the trendy city girl in mind!
Fits & Features
- Cowl Neckline
- Adjustable Self Tie Shoulder Straps
- Square Back
- Satin-Like Composition I Fully Lined
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Form-Flattering Fit I Minimal Stretch
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0350
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Casual Cut Out Mini Dress
Cute and casual, this mini dress needs to be in your closet! It features an elastic banded off the shoulder square neckline, long fitted sleeves, a front waist cut out, and a short, curve hugging fit. Dress is composed of a ribbed knit fabric with plenty of stretch.
Hunter: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Rust: Model is 5'8" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0260
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Glistening Satin Mini Dress
Glisten and gleam in your next favorite little dress! This sweet mini features a deep V neckline that is wired, spaghetti straps that are adjustable and lead to a square back, and a double vertical seam that leads down to mini slits at either side of the hem. Hem of dress hits above thigh. This mini is composed of a satin-like material that offers a form fitting silhouette with moderate stretch, also has a zipper closure center back.
Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0214
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $40.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Enticing Always Bodycon Mesh Mini Dress
Your night is looking so enticing in this bodycon mesh mini dress! Designed with a semi-sheer design, you'll be the most alluring girlie.
Fit & Features
- Semi-sheer mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Sheer fitted long sleeves
- Crew neck
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-6032
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sydnee Velvet Corset Bodycon Mini Dress
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Sleek, sculpted, and made to steal the night—the Sydnee velvet bodycon dress pairs a structured sweetheart neckline with figure-hugging ruching. A luxe take on the classic mini, it’s built for every spotlight entrance.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric lined with stretch knit
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Wide shoulder straps
- Corset-structured bodice, flexible boning
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Side ruched seams, bodycon fit, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
HOCO, weddings, cocktail soirees, birthday dinners, date nights, bachelorettes, semi-formal galas or parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000350
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: XS, S
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All Eyes On You Lace Tube Wrap Mini Dress
Low effort, major impact—this lace mini does the most in the best way. The curve-loving fit and side tie detail give your night-out look that unforgettable vibe.
Fit & Features
- Lace lined fabric
- Strapless tube neckline
- Faux wrap skirt with tie detail
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000119
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rhythm And Shine Sequin Mesh Dress
Move to the rhythm and shine under the lights in this sequin mini dress to captivate the club! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neck, spaghetti straps, a built-in padded bust, a mesh insert bodice with satin trim, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete the look with a metallic clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neck, spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Mesh insert bodice, satin trim
- Bodycon, mini-length hem
- Sequin fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4729
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Georgina Metallic Ruched Midi Dress
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With all that shine, you know you gotta show it off! Work your charm in our dazzling Georgina dress!
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps I V Neckline
- Midi Length Silhouette I Ruching At The Side I Front Slit
- Woven glitter fabric
- Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Moderate Stretch
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0367
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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High Low Ruffle Hem Satin Dress
Look party-ready with this elegant and sultry high-low dress!
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps That Cross At Back
- Square Neckline I Vertical Darts At The Bust
- High-Low Hem With Ruffle Trim Detail
- Satin-Like Composition I Fully Lined
- Body-Hugging Fit
- 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: 05101-0438
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Devora Formal Glitter Party Dress
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Bring the glitz and glamour with a formal dress that shines from all your best angles! Devora features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with padded cups, tank shoulder straps, hidden side pockets, a party-length silhouette with a ruffled accent at the hem. The dress is composed of a woven glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with rhinestone earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded cups
- Tank shoulder straps
- Hidden side pockets
- Party-length silhouette, petticoat, ruffled hem
- Woven glitter fabric
- Form hugging fit, slight stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0725
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $139.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet Babe Laced Mini Dress
You are sweeter than ever when you wear lace! This mini dress features a scalloped v neckline, long sleeves that are sheer, and a double banded waist inset. Back of dress is sheer and has a zipper closure. The skirt is composed of a crepe material that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0143
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Carrie Satin Rose Party Dress
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A sweet pick for upcoming weddings and fancy soirees! The Carrie satin party mini dress features a classic strapless sweetheart neckline with non-slip grip lining, a padded bust, and a front statement rose with cascading ruffle, a bodycon silhouette, and a flirty mini-length hem. She's composed of a smooth silky satin fabric with moderate stretch. Complete the look with fluttery faux lashes for a doll vibe!
Fit & Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, non-slip grip lining, padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Statement rose with cascading ruffles
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Silky satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1683
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Love The Lace One-Shoulder Mini Dress
You'll absolutely love the lacy details of this chic mini dress! It features a one-shoulder neckline with a single long sheer balloon sleeve, a high waist seam with an alluring side cutout, ruching down the side seams, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The sheer lace fabric includes a partial knit lining. Complete the look with strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Single long sheer balloon sleeve, elastic cinched hem
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, side cutout
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Sheer lace fabric, partial knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1694
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Winona Heat Stone Mini Dress
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Take yourself out in our Winona mini dress! She is designed with a mock neckline, long sleeves, and beautifully designed heat stone embellishments. Her bodice is sheer where the stones show a scalloped deep v design and leads into a lined mini skirt. Her arms and upper back are sheer as well, and she has a zipper closure that leads from lower back to neck. She is composed of a mesh material that offers moderate stretch and from fitting silhouette.
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: 05001-0206
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $79.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Ambition Sleeveless Mini Dress
Go for that charming look with this stunning dress!
Fits & Features
- V Neckline I Padded Cups
- Narrow Shoulder Straps
- Floral Applique Detail On Sides
- Curve-Hugging, Mini Length Silhouette
- Lined Crepe Composition
- Moderate Stretch
- Back Zipper Closure
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0026
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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