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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Sheer Me Out All Over Ruched Midi Dress
Hell mesh! We're all eyes and ears for this look.
Fits & Features
- High Neckline
- Sleeveless Bodice
- Knit Mini Length Dress With A Mesh Midi Overlay
- Ruching At The Sides
- Bodycon Fit I Ample Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0702
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Luxe Indulgence Satin A-Line Mini Dress
Indulge your luxurious side in this sultry satin mini dress for a dressy celebration or date night! It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, one adjustable spaghetti strap and one rhinestone-embellished strap, and a flattering A-line short silhouette. Complete the look in stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- One adjustable spaghetti strap
- One rhinestone-embellished strap
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Silky satin fabric, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2795
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alaney Sequence Bustier Satin Party Dress
Special Occasion
Dance the night away in the Alaney party dress that's sure to dazzle the room! She features a strapless, sweetheart bustier-style top with shiny sequins, flexible boning, and padded cups for all-night support. Her fit and flare satin skirt make for many twirl-worthy moments. Add a clutch and lace-up heels for the perfect finishing touch.
Fit & Features
- Strapless, sweetheart neckline
- Sequins, padded cups, flexible boning
- Fit and flare silhouette
- Short-length skirt
- Luxe satin fabric, no stretch
- Zipper closure
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0774
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sparks Will Fly Sequin Mini Dress
The fireworks will be working OT when they see you in this. Ring in the New Year with this stunning mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Surplice V Neckline
- Padded Shoulder I Long Sleeves
- Wrap, Mini Length Skirt I Side Slit
- Mesh Lined Fabric With Sequins Throughout
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0454
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $21.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Jocelyn Damask Sequin Dress
Special Occasion
Capture all of the attention and lights in our stunning sequined Jocelyn!
Fits & Features
- Dual Spaghetti Straps | Lace Up At The Back
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Plunging V Neckline With Padded Bust
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Mesh Lined Damask Pattern Sequin Fabric
- 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.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0176
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $38.97 $84.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Coated Faux Leather Side Slit Mini Dress
Add some edge to your wardrobe with this faux leather mini! Dress them up with some heels or throw on a pair of boots for a casual look.
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Scoop Neckline
- Elastic Square Back
- Princess Seaming Details
- Slit At Center Front
- Coated Faux Leather Composition I Fully Lined
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Minimal Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0440
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Major Bombshell Mini Dress
Hey babe, you'll be a major bombshell in this sultry mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a padded bustier style top, a square back with an exposed zipper closure, linear seam detailing down the front, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a faux suede fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0092
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Like An Hourglass Bandage Corset Mini Dress
Sculpt your curves with this bandage corset mini dress to achieve a sexy and snatched figure! Designed on seamless bandage knit fabric that fits like a glove, it features a strapless sweetheart neckline, a padded bust, and non-slip grip lining that ensures a secure fit while the corset-style trim detail along the bodycon silhouette accentuates your natural shape down to the mini-length hem. Complete the look in strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Non-slip grip lining
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Padded bust, corset-style trim
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Bandage seamless knit fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1815
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $3.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Just A Peak Sequin Halter Dress
Give em' just a peak from the front something to look back at! This sexy sequin halter mini dress features a sleeveless halter neck with dual button closures, a slit bust, a bodycon silhouette, and an open lace-up back with tie and zipper closure. Style with an envelope clutch and heels to complete the look.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless halter neck, dual button closures
- Slit bust
- Open lace-up back with tie and zipper closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin-knit lined fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4753
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Appeal Layered Skater Dress
Create double the appeal in this lace beauty! It features a burgundy hue, a plunging V neckline, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to an unlined floral lace panel. The slim fit bodice features a narrow waist band accent and leads to a double layered skater skirt. Dress is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offer a form hugging fit with 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: 05101-8630
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Brenda Satin Bubble Skater Dress
Special Occasion
For the invite that says dress to impress, the Brenda dress delivers with luminous satin and a playful mini skater silhouette that knows how to own the room. A sweetheart halter neckline, sculpted rosette detail, and tiered bubble ruffled skirt create a look that feels polished, flirty, and unforgettable from every angle.
Fit & Features
- Premium satin fabric, sewn-in satin and tulle linings
- Sweetheart halter neckline, rosette inset, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Corset-structured bodice, flexible boning
- Skater silhouette, tiered bubble ruffles, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, birthday events, fancy brunches, parties, milestone celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000580
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: S, M, L
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Square Neck Faux Leather Mini Dress
Add some edge to your wardrobe with this faux leather mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, square neckline with interior no-slip strip, cord spaghetti straps, princess seaming detail, and a mini length silhouette. Composed of sleek faux leather, it offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate amount of stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0545
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.97 $26.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Vibes Mini Dress
Get those pretty lace vibes with this gorgeous ivory mini dress! It features an off the shoulder neckline with short sleeves, a wired V neckline with padded cups, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a nude knit lining and offers moderate stretch.Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8744
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Crochet Beauty Skater Dress
Showcase your stunning beauty in this crochet lace skater dress! It features a fresh ivory hue, a sleeveless bodice, tank-like shoulder straps, a flattering top cut out followed by a lined bust and a mesh inset at the waist, a back zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. Dress is composed of a combination crochet and unlined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with 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: 05101-8740
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Miss Me Mesh Mini Dress
Leave them missing you in this memorable black mini dress! It features a square neckline, fitted unlined long sleeves, unlined mesh panels at waist and hem to create an illusion effect. Dress is composed of a combination crepe and mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
*Also available in PlusStyle Number/Barcode: 05101-8650
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.44 $37.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Maeva Satin Mini Dress With Sash
Special Occasion
Made for the nights when your entrance deserves its own spotlight, the Maeva slinky satin stretch knit dress sculpts and shines with effortless allure. The asymmetrical neckline, ruched bodycon mini silhouette, and floor-length sash create a striking play of shape and movement that feels instantly unforgettable.
Fit & Features
- Satin-lined knit fabric with subtle sheen
- Asymmetrical neckline with adjustable spaghetti straps
- Ruched bodice detailing for contour
- Bodycon mini-length base with attached cascading side sash
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Wedding receptions, formal galas, cocktail soirees, holiday parties, birthday dinners, date nights, red-carpet occasions, bachelorettes, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, winter formals
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000709
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $39.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Florals And Lace Skater Dress
Make it a lacy affair in this must have floral mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, princess seams and spaghetti straps. The back features an unlined floral lace back that leads to a lower back keyhole. The slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0079
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glam Heat Stone Glitter Dress
Bring the glam with dazzling heat stones! This mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired sweetheart neckline, padded cups and narrow shoulder straps. Dress is composed of a lined glitter mesh knit fabric adorned with heat stones throughout. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a 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: 05103-0231
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Slay In Lattice Mini Dress
Let your curves slay in this plunging mini dress! The dress features a navy blue hue, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups, narrow shoulder straps and an open back with lattice design. Dress is composed of a stretchy ponte fabric that offers a moderate stretch.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3516
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunning Factor Satin Tie-Waist Mini Dress
Looking stunning in this satin mini dress is always a factor! The dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, a tie-waist belt with belt loop accents, and a sassy bodycon silhouette with a wrap-style hem. The sleek satin-knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Complete the look in bold earrings for a cocktail party.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps
- Tie-waist belt, belt loop accents
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap-style mini-length hem
- Sleek satin-knit fabric, lined bust, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2452
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Priah Sequin Tiered Ruffle Party Dress
Special Occasion
A tiered ruffle design brings voluminous fun to the Priah party dress perfect for holiday parties and celebrations! She stuns in a sleeveless, cinch elasticized square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customizable fit, and a flowy short-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-patterned fabric with a satin woven lining that glistens under the light. Style with earrings and sparkly shoes to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, cinch elasticized square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Tiered, ruffle silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Sequin patterned fabric, satin woven lining, no stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1550
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cat Get Enough Velvet Leopard Mini Dress
Okay, we're pretty obsessed too...sport the spots and flaunt that bod in this killer mini!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- V Neckline I Back Zip With Hook & Eye
- Ruched Drawstring At The Side
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Lined, Velvet Fabric With Leopard Print Throughout
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0475
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Luxe Energy Rhinestone Velvet Mini Dress
Bring that luxe energy to your next night out in this glam rhinestone velvet mini dress! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a structured and padded bust that eliminates the need for a bra, an asymmetric sheer mesh insert at the waist for a sultry vibe that continues to the back, a front asymmetric rhinestone trim for added sparkle, adjustable spaghetti straps, a mini-length hem with a high-cut front slit, and a bodycon silhouette. The velvet fabric has a moderate stretch. Style with rhinestone platform heels!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, structured and padded bust
- Asymmetric sheer mesh insert at the waist, continues to the back
- Front asymmetric rhinestone-embellished trim
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length hem, front slit, bodycon silhouette
- Velvet fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5072
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $24.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Flawless Beauty Mesh Mini Dress
You've got that flawless beauty babe! Showcase that in this gorg mesh LBD! Pair with some rhinestone earrings and strappy mules.
Fit & Features
- High rounded neckline
- Short sheer sleeves
- Short, curve hugging fit | Sheer mesh panel at hem
- Sheer mesh fabric | Lining
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1058
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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