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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Fall For Floral Skater Dress
Fall for floral this season with this undeniably adorable skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a dual cross back, a plunging wired V neckline, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. Dress is composed of a knit fabric and showcases a flocked floral pattern of velvet against the knit background.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0109
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Petra Crepe Off Shoulder Midi Dress
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With a fold-over, off-shoulder neckline and fitted long sleeves, our Petra exudes class and elegance. Her midi-length hem features a back center slit for you to glide around with ease. Accessorize her with a gorge envelope clutch and a fab pair of heels!
Fits & Features
- Off Shoulder Fold-Over Neckline
- Back Zipper Closure
- Fitted Long Sleeves
- Midi Length Hemline | Fitted Skirt
- Center Back Slit
- Crepe Fabric | Fully Lined
- Form Hugging Fit | Plenty Of Stretch
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0398
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $31.97 $59.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Heather Heat Stones Mesh Mini Dress
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We are LIVIN' for this dress! You'll be shining as bright as the night sky in our gorge and fab Heather!
Fits & Features
- Elastic Shoulder Straps
- Plunging V Neckline & Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Fully Lined, Textured Mesh Fabric
- Heat Stone Embellishments Throughout
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0187
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
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Sleek Satin Wrap Shirt Dress
Wrap yourself in sleek satin to make a stunning statement! The shirt dress features a flat collar with a plunging V neckline with subtle pleated detailing, long sleeves with a single button cuff and a mini length asymmetrical silhouette. Dress is composed of a satin-like fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0484
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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Fall Into Floral Mini Dress
Fall in love with floral in this mini dress that is oh so chic. It features a mock neckline, long sheer sleeves with elastic banded cuffs, and a stretchy smocked body with a short hem. Dress offers a form hugging fit. Zipper not included.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0342
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $52.90
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Shimmer And Glimmer Mini Dress
Shimmer and glimmer the night away in this dazzling mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, bungee spaghetti straps, a square neck and back, and a short, curve hugging fit with a hem that hits mid-thigh. The dress is composed of a glitter knit fabric that offers moderate stretch and includes a stretchy knit lining.Model is 5'7" with 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0212
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
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Glitter & Glam Mini Dress
Embrace all the glitter and glam in this mini dress!
Fits & Features
- High Mesh Neckline & Long Sleeves
- Inset Deep V Design
- Cut-Out With Button Closure At Back
- Velvet, Rainbow Glitter Knit Body
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Form-Flattering
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0240
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Mesmerizing Metallic Floral Skater Dress
Mesmerize them all in this head-turning skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V-neckline, spaghetti straps and a double-layered skater silhouette. The all over metallic floral print reflects from all over angle! Dress is composed of lined scuba knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8656
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $46.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Fun And Flirty Halter Neck Skater Dress
This adorable skater dress is perf for twirling and giving off those fun and flirty vibes at your next party! It features a sleeveless deep V-neckline with halter straps that lead to a tie-back design, an open back, dual high waist seams, and a short skater skirt with a fab fit and flare silhouette. The plisse woven fabric includes a full knit lining. Complete your look with a lariat necklace and platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless deep V-neckline
- Halter straps, tie-back design
- Open back
- Dual high waist seams
- Short skater skirt, fit and flare silhouette
- Plisse woven fabric, full-length knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2908
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Off My Mind Ponte Bodycon Dress
Leave your worries behind cause you'll be looking and feeling so sultry in this little black dress at the party! It features an off-the-shoulder neckline, non-slip grip lining, a lightly padded bust, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem with a slit accent. Complete the look with a statement clutch.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Non-slip grip lining, back zipper closure
- Lightly padded bust
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem with front slit
- Lined Ponte fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1713
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Mesh Me Up Mini Dress
Make a sheer statement! Flaunt a little skin, but keep it classy with the Mesh Me Up mini dress!
Fits & Features
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Plunging V Neckline
- Sheer Long Sleeves With Elastic Cuffs
- Mini Length Silhouette I Ruching Throughout
- Mesh Fabric I Lining At The Skirt & Front Bodice
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0537
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Plunging V Neckline
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Adalee Formal High Slit Satin Dress
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Keep it simply stunning in satin as you make your entrance in our Adalee dress! Her high slit brings an extra dramatic detail!
Fit & Features
- Cowl Neckline
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- Midi Length Silhouette With High Slit
- Lined Satin
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0300
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Metallic Moment Mini Dress
YASS! We are here for your Metallic Moment, babe

Fits & Features
- Wrap V Neckline
- Fitted Long Sleeves
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- Ruching At The Side
- Asymmetrical Mini Length Hem
- Lined, Shiny Metallic Fabric
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0697
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Chrome Chic Metallic Ruched Halter Mini Dress
Step into the spotlight in a mini dress that brings the shine! The dress features a luxe metallic knit fabrication, a mock halter neckline, and ruching. Complete look with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Metallic knit fabrication, stretchy knit lining
- Mock halter neckline, button closures
- Ruching
- Short length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5938
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Unreal Stunner Mesh Rhinestone Mini Dress
Step out to stun in this mesh mini dress for a sultry look tonight! Designed with gleaming rhinestones, this mini-length dress features a sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a padded bust, side ruched seams that flatter your figure along the bodycon silhouette, and a flocked velvet pattern on mesh fabric. Complete the look with statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Flocked velvet pattern, rhinestones
- Mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5318
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $24.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweeter Than Ever Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
Stay sweeter than ever in this adorable puff sleeve LBD! Pair with some classic stilettos and you've got yourself a lewk babe!
Fit & Features
- Short puff sleeves
- Sweetheart neckline
- Back zipper closure
- Dual vertical seam detailing down the front
- Short, curve hugging fit
- Stretchy woven fabric
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0649
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Flocked Velvet Charm Mini Dress
Charm them all with pretty velvet! Dress features a sleeveless bodice, a scoop neckline, spaghetti straps and a mini length silhouette. The all over flocked floral print is composed of a velvet fabric that is contrasted with a smooth knit fabric. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0245
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $28.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Camilla Foil Print Satin Dress
Special OccasionAn elevated twist on the classic skater dress, our elegant Camilla dazzles in a foil-print satin floral. She features adjustable cross-back spaghetti straps leading to a lightly padded seamed bodice, an open, lace-up tie back with wire boning at sides, and an A-line inverted-pleat skirt with back zip and pockets at either hip. Camilla is fully lined and made from a shiny, densely woven material with little to no stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0179
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Rosalyn Sequin Beaded Off-The-Shoulder Mini Dress
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Turn every head in the Rosalyn sequin beaded mini dress, designed with an off-the-shoulder neckline and statement bow back. Its chic, A-line silhouette makes it the perfect style for nights that call for sparkle and allure.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- All-over sequin and beaded embroidery
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, no-slip strip, sheer woven tie-back design
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthday celebrations, dressed-up dinners, romantic date nights, rooftop parties, and glam nights out.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000195
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $65.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Pleated Mesh Faux Leather Belted Mini Dress
This chic pleated mesh belted mini dress will elevate your fall style! It features a ruffled mock neckline, long sheer balloon-style sleeves with cinched hems, a high waist seam with a tie-front faux leather belt, ruching down the side seams, and a short, form-hugging silhouette with a ruffled hem. Style with knee-high boots and a crossbody purse.
Fit & Features
- Ruffled mock neckline
- Long sheer balloon sleeves, cinched ruffled hems
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, tie-front faux leather belt
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length form-hugging fit, ruffled hem
- Sheer pleated mesh fabric, partial knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1793
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Textured Knit Crew Neck Mini Dress
From brunch to the farmers market, rock this mini dress with a pair of heeled sandals and a cute cross-body!
Fits & Features
- Crew Neckline
- Sleeveless Bodice
- Cut Out Design At Back With Button Detail At Nape
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Textured Knit Fabric & Design
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0735
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Don't You Want Me Dress
They're gonna want you AND your dress! This tank dress features adjustable shoulder straps with a back tie closure and ruched sides. It's structured with a bodycon fit and hits at the mid-thigh. Fully lined and made of a comfy, textured jersey knit fabric for dressing up or down.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0258
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $30.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Bombshell Babe Mini Dress
Bombshell alert! Make a bold statement in this sultry mini dress! It features a bubble gum pink hue, a strapless sweetheart neckline and princess seams that accentuates curves in all the right places. Dress is composed of a lined faux patent leather fabric that offers a slight stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3634
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Inner Glamour Satin Ruffle Mini Dress
Unleash your inner glamour with this satin mini dress! It features a square neckline, spaghetti straps, an accent ruffle sash, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem - designed to flatter any figure and make a statement. Complete the look with an embellished clutch for a night out!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Side ruffle sash
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Silky satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5286
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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