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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Sweet Glamour Beaded Strap Lace Mini Dress
Create the prettiest party look in this airy lace mini dress designed with a sleeveless sweetheart neckline and beaded embellished spaghetti straps for a touch of sweet glamour. The drop waist leads to a mini-length A-line silhouette with pleated detailing.
Every bead, every detail—this dress was made to shine. Searching for more statement styles? Discover our exquisite beaded prom dresses or find a look that dazzles from our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer lace fabric with full-length knit lining, high stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, angled underbust seam
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, beaded and faux pearl embellishments
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Drop waist
- Mini-length pleated A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3715
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Frida Satin Party Dress
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Babe we love you in satin! Our Frida cocktail dress is sweet and seductive. She showcases a straight neckline with skinny spaghetti straps that cross in the back and cross again, giving you the ability to tighten her up. Her fitted bodice has inserted padded cups and a banded waist. Her skirt meets bodice at high waist and offers a flow that makes it easy to move around in, and has a lower back zipper closure. Her satin like material has a beautiful sheen, and offers no stretch. Dress is fully lined and includes pockets!
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0082
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ellerie Low Back Ruffle Bubble Short Dress
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Oh so chic and just as sultry, the Ellerie short dress will have everyone fall head over heels! Designed with a low back, flattering bodycon silhouette, and an adorable ruffled bubble hem, this dress is charming from every angle.
Fit & Features
- Smooth woven fabric, sewn-in stretchy knit lining
- Boat neckline
- Low back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Ruffled bubble short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, brides, weddings, garden parties, dressy date nights, cocktail soirees, graduations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2768
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE
Available Size: M
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Erin Formal Glitter Party Dress
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Create a twirl-worthy moment in a party dress that brings the sparkle! Erin features a sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups, vertical princess seams at the bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a plunging U-shaped back with pleated trim. The slim-fit bodice leads to a flared mini-length silhouette accented with hidden side pockets. The dress is composed of a lined woven glitter fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels and rhinestone earrings for maximum shine.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups
- Princess seams, adjustable spaghetti straps
- U-shaped back with pleated trim
- Mini length silhouette
- Hidden side pockets
- Lined woven glitter fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0608
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Renata Formal Heat Stone Illusion Mini Dress
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Step out with a formal dress that enchants with stunning details for your formal event. Renata features a mock neck, long sleeves, a sheer illusion waist with flexible boning, sparkling heat stones throughout, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a partially lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with door knocker earrings.
Fit & Features
- Mock neck
- Long sheer fitted sleeves
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Illusion waist, flexible boning
- Heat stones
- Mini-length silhouette
- Partially lined mesh fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0717
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $72.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet As Pie Skater Dress
Honey you will look sweet as pie in this cute skater dress! This piece features a V neckline, spaghetti straps, a skater style skirt, and the best part...It has pockets! This dress is comprised of a soft crepe material that offers moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8838
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Emmie Floral Jacquard A-Line Mini Dress
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Made for sunny invites and camera-ready moments, the Emmie floral jacquard mini dress feels equal parts polished and playful. The A-line silhouette and textured detailing create an effortlessly chic look that’s perfect for celebrating in style.
Fit & Features
- Floral jacquard fabric with metallic threading, woven lining, no stretch
- Sleeveless square neckline with tank straps
- Back zipper with hook-and-eye closure
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Garden parties, dressy family gatherings, bridal showers, baby showers, birthday celebrations, chic brunches, graduations, spring school dances
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000653
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: IVORY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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- Floral jacquard fabric with metallic threading, woven lining, no stretch
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Late Night Vibes Velvet Flocked Mini Dress
Have a flawless look that will radiate chic vibes all night in this sheer velvet flocked mini dress. It features a sheer mesh bodice with a partial knit lining at the bust, a crew neckline, long fitted sleeves, a sheer waist insert, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette that will hug your curves. The sheer mesh fabric features an all-over floral velvet flocked pattern and includes a knit skirt lining. Complete your look with a pair of strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh bodice, partial knit lining at the bust, sheer waist insert
- Crew neckline, long fitted sleeves
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Floral velvet flocked pattern
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2626
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Drew One-Shoulder Midi Formal Dress
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Flaunt your gorgeous self in the jaw-dropping drew midi dress! She features a one-shoulder design with a cutout accent, knotted strap, and side ruching to highlight your curves. Her midi-length hem elongates your figure and the lined fabric offers a moderate stretch. Add the perfect finishing touch to your look with sparkly earrings.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder design, cut out accent
- Knotted shoulder strap
- Side ruching
- Bodycon silhouette
- Midi-length hem
- Lined fabric with moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0867
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Amalia Bow A-Line Satin Short Dress
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The gorgeous Amalia satin short dress is a real head-turner with a simply chic A-line silhouette and a statement bow along the back!
Fit & Features
- Satin fabric, sewn-in woven lining
- Square neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Low back, statement bow
- A-line silhouette, short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, brides, wedding showers, bridal showers, engagement parties, cocktail soirees, date nights, birthdays, rehearsal dinners, photoshoots, dinner parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2793
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Analeia Floral Cutout Beaded Mini Dress
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The Analeia floral beaded mini dress brings a playful and fresh energy to your night! This bodycon dress hugs your curves perfectly while the daring cutout back brings a touch of sass to your look.
Fit & Features
- Floral print, beaded embellishments
- Mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
- Cutout back
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
Where to Wear:
Bachelorettes, garden parties, birthdays, dressy brunches, date night, shower celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000172
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $84.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XXS
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Dazzle The Night Glitter Mesh Mini Dress
Razzle and dazzle all night in this glitter mesh mini dress to sparkle at every party! The dress features a foldover off-the-shoulder neckline, ruched long fitted sleeves, and ruched side seams that hug your curves along the bodycon mini-length hem with a faux wrap-front design. The sheer glitter mesh fabric includes a smooth sewn-in knit lining. Complete the look with platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Foldover off-the-shoulder neckline
- Ruched long fitted sleeves
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Ruched side seams, bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem, faux wrap-front
- Glitter mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1797
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Macie Formal Satin Lace-Up Skater Dress
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Experience the perfect blend of beauty and elegance with this Macie satin skater dress at homecoming and formal parties! Featuring a sleeveless plunge V-neckline and an open lace-up back for a customized fit, this dress will flatter your figure and add glamour to your look. Enjoy a classic skater silhouette in a short-length hem made from luxurious satin-knit fabric. Complete the look with gorgeous rhinestone jewelry to add an elegant shine!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunge V-neckline, padded bust, curved underbust seam
- Open lace-up back, tie closure
- High waist seam, skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Luxe satin-knit fabric, knit lining at the bust, moderate stretch
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1898
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Twirl-Worthy Satin Halter Skater Dress
This silky satin skater dress features a trendy V-neckline with a halter strap, an open back with an adorable tie-back bow design, and a short skater skirt with a flirty fit-and-flare silhouette. Get ready to be twirling all night in this perfect dress styled with rhinestone earrings and block heels.
Fit & Features
- Satin-knit fabric, knit bust lining, moderate stretch
- Deep V-neckline, halter strap
- Open back, tie-back bow design
- Pleated high waist
- Short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3665
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $7.97 $36.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Down To Party Mini Dress
Stick to the necessities, like this cute bodycon!
Fits & Features
- Flattering V Neckline I Princess Seams
- Narrow Spaghetti Straps
- Sexy Bar Cut-Out Detail At The Waist
- Fitted Bodycon
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0210
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Miriam Pearl Beaded Formal Mini Dress
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Turn heads with your glitzy aura in the Miriam formal mini dress crafted with lined mesh fabric and all-over faux pearl and beaded embroidery for a gorgeous look. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, tank shoulder straps, an open back with a lace-up strappy design for a customized fit, and a short flowy A-line silhouette.
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
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- All-over faux pearl and beaded embroidery
- Sweetheart neckline, underbust seam
- Tank shoulder straps
- Open lace-up back
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2520
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $39.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Radiant Glow Feather Trim Glitter Mini Dress
You'll radiate beauty in this curve-hugging glitter knit mini dress! It features a strapless neckline with a fab marabou feather trim, chic ruching down the side seams, and a mini-length hem with a fitted bodycon silhouette. The glitter knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style with strappy stilettos for your next night out.
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, marabou feather trim
- High waist seam
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2483
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Exquisite Sultry Lace Bustier Wrap Bodycon Mini Dress
Turn up the temperature in this sultry lace mini dress on date night! Featuring a sweetheart neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps, the sheer lace bustier bodice highlights your curves while the faux wrap skirt overlay and side tie enhance your silhouette along the lace mini-length hem. Complete the look in strappy stiletto heels and earrings!
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric lined, moderate stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper hook-eye closure
- Sheer lace bustier bodice
- Faux wrap skirt overlay with side tie, lace mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5577
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Impeccable Shine Glitter Mesh Party Dress
Shine the brightest this season sparkling in this glitter mesh party dress! It features slightly sheer peasant long sleeves, a sexy plunge V-neckline, ruched side seams that hug your curves along the bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. Complete the look in statement earrings and strappy heels for a dressy celebration!
Fit & Features
- Slightly sheer peasant long sleeves
- Plunge V-neckline
- Ruched side seams, bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Glitter mesh fabric, partial sewn-in knit lining
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2523
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tracey Mesh Faux Pearl Bodycon Party Dress
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Cue the compliments! The Tracey party dress will have all eyes on you at bachelorettes, school dances, or birthdays. The formal party dress is composed of an airy mesh fabric with tonal faux pearl embellishments for a chic allure and has a sewn-in knit lining for coverage. She features sheer fitted and ruched long sleeves with slit cuffs, a sweetheart neckline with a padded bust, a cowl overlay, side ruching to accentuate your natural curves along the bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. Finish the look with dangly earrings and heels!
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
- Mesh fabric with sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Tonal faux pearl embellishments
- Sheer fitted and ruched long sleeves, slit cuffs
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bust, cowl overlay
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2001
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Bodycon Dress
Lace your look with hints of glamour!
Fits & Features
- Scalloped V Neckline
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Small Front Slit
- Fully Lined Mesh Composition With Lace Embroidery
- Exposed Back Zipper Closure
Model is 5'9 with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-7444
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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All About You Mini Dress
Make the night all about you in this alluringly chic mini dress! It features a square neckline, ruffled shoulder accents, long sheer chiffon peasant sleeves with smocked hems, a mesh bodycon silhouette with ruched detailing down the sides, and a mini-length hem. Style this mini dress with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline
- Ruffled shoulder accents
- Long sheer chiffon peasant sleeves, tapered smocked hems
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, ruching down the side seams, mini-length hem
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2719
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Send My Love Glitter Dress
Send them your love in a glitter dress! Glow from every angle at your squad's next bachelorette weekend or celebrate in this glitzy birthday outfit. The dress features a deep V neckline, spaghetti straps for a sleek detail, a slim fit throughout, and a flattering yet playful envelope hem. The dress is composed of an unlined, glitter knit fabric that offers plenty of stretches. Complete your look with a luxe envelope clutch and metallic heels for a head to toe glow. Glitter may transfer.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Mini length silhouette
- Envelope hem
- Glitter knit fabric
- Unlined
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0024
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Willa Flocked Velvet Party Dress
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Create an enchanting vibe in the flowy Willa flocked velvet party dress. She features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a lace-up back design for a customized fit, a high waistband, and a short party skirt with a chic fit and flare silhouette. The lined mesh fabric showcases an all-over floral flocked velvet design. Complete the look with block heels and a sparkly clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Lace-up back design, tie closure, zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waistband, short party skirt, fit and flare silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, floral flocked velvet design, full knit lining
- Flowy fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0989
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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