Cocktail Dresses
Cocktail dresses are the definition of effortlessly chic, perfect for any night out or soirée. From trendy short silhouettes to polished midis and elegant long styles, these looks flatter every figure. Go sleek in a strapless sheath, timeless in an A-line, playful in a fit and flare, or bold in a dramatic mermaid-style design. Fabrics like satin, glitter knit, beaded mesh, and rhinestones bring elevated glam. Necklines from halter and off-the-shoulder to cowl and corset bodice keep the vibe fresh, while open-backs, illusion panels, cutouts, ruching, and ruffles make every dress unforgettable.
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From upscale dinners to special celebrations, Windsor’s cocktail dresses bring confident style and elevated flair to every invite. Whether you love curve-skimming bodycons, sleek midis, or flirty minis, these silhouettes are designed to help you stand out with ease.
Mini & Midi Cocktail Dresses for Any Occasion
Mini cocktail dresses deliver standout impact with every step. Explore strappy satin styles, glitter mesh minis, and ruched bodycon fits that pair perfectly with platform heels and statement earrings. These styles are made to shine and keep your look effortlessly bold.
For a more polished feel, midi cocktail dresses offer the perfect balance of sophistication and allure. Choose wrap-front designs, corset bodices, or high-slit silhouettes styled with sleek heels and minimal jewelry. These dresses transition seamlessly from early plans to evening moments.
Luxe Fabrics & Statement Details
Satin and crepe fabrics bring a smooth, elevated finish, while lace overlays and sheer mesh panels add soft texture. Rhinestone details and subtle shimmer accents catch the light, creating a refined statement. Structured corset tops and sculpted waists enhance your shape while keeping your look sleek and confident.
Your Cocktail Closet Must-Haves
Little Black Cocktail Dresses: A timeless staple with modern updates like asymmetrical cuts and open-back designs.
White Mini Dresses: Clean, crisp, and polished—perfect for celebrations and standout moments.
Bold Color Statements: Turn heads in red, royal blue, or emerald green, or opt for soft metallic tones like champagne and rose gold.
Floral & Printed Styles: Playful prints in lightweight fabrics bring an easy, elevated feel to daytime events and special occasions.
Need styling inspo? Explore cocktail outfit ideas for looks that move effortlessly from invite to after-party.
Ready to stand out? Shop Windsor’s full collection of cocktail dresses online, in-app, or in-store to find your perfect look.
Is a Skater Dress a Cocktail Dress?
Yes, a skater dress can work as a cocktail dress when styled with elevated fabrics like satin, lace, or velvet. Its fitted waist and flared skirt create a playful yet polished silhouette that fits many semi-formal events. Look for details like sequins, beading, or off-the-shoulder necklines to enhance the look.
Are Cocktail Dresses Short or Long?
Cocktail dresses are usually mini to midi length, with hemlines that fall above the knee to mid-calf. Tea-length styles are also a chic option. Shorter styles feel playful and bold, while longer silhouettes offer a more refined, elevated look.
What’s the Difference Between a Cocktail Dress and an Evening Dress?
Cocktail dresses are designed for semi-formal occasions, while evening dresses are more formal and typically floor-length.
- Cocktail Dresses: Mini to midi lengths in versatile fabrics like crepe, lace, or satin.
- Evening Dresses: Floor-length styles in more formal fabrics like chiffon, velvet, or silk.
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Stylish Stunner Faux Suede Dress
Lead your squad with this stylish stunner of a dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a square back with a hidden zipper closure, and a mid-length, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a smooth faux suede fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0199
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Charming And Chic Midi Dress
This charming and chic midi dress will turn your look into a classic. It features a sleeveless bodice, a high round neckline, a back zipper closure, flattering vertical seam detailing along the bust, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a ponte knit fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0190
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Stunner In Lace Midi Dress
Make a stunning entrance in this gorg lace midi dress! It features an off the shoulder popover neckline, a slim fit and a midi length. The dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a full knit lining and offers 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: 05101-0113
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $16.97 $42.90
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Trendy Tie Front Cut Out Dress
The trendy tie front cut out mini is your new go-to everyday dress! It features a high round neckline, long fitted sleeves, a front tie detail with a waist cut out below, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a ribbed knit fabric with plenty of stretch and a lining.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0198
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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Bloom With It Mini Dress
Get with this blooming floral mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back, a V neckline, and a short, form hugging fit with a ruffle hem. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0254
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
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Dreamlover Colorblock Dress
You're looking like someone's dreamlover tonight, bb! This sleeveless bodycon dress features a V neckline, spaghetti straps and an elasticized back for slip-on styling. It's designed with panels throughout for a contemporary look. Constructed of partially lined crepe fabric with 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: 05101-0221
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
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Modernist Mini Crepe Tank Dress
Figure flattering in color-blocked panels, this modernist mini immediately draws the eye! The on-trend mini tank dress features a sleeveless, v-neck, tank straps, and a curve-hugging silhouette perfect for flaunting your bombshell figure! Complete the look in sassy heels for dinner and drinks.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, v-neck, tank straps
- Color block contrasting
- Curve-hugging silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Back zipper closure
- Woven crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0339
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $38.90
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Sequined Bombshell Halter Mini Dress
Dress to impress in this glitzy mini dress. This dress features a halter styling with a cowl neckline. It features a fitted waist, a leg slit, allover sequin embellishment and moderate stretch for the perfect fit.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0086
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
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Too Royal Mesh Bodycon Dress
She's looking too fly in the club tonight, y'all! This bodycon dress features mesh sleeves, a crew neckline, and a bralette-style bodice. It has a fixed waist and a bodycon ponte skirt with moderate stretch. Pair with your favorite iced-out heels for a star-striking vibe.
Royal: Model is 5'6" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Burgundy: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3616
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Round And Round Glitter Dress
Make moves and take this embellished mini for a spin!
Fits & Features
- Elasticized, Off Shoulder Neckline
- Slight Nip In The Waist Of The Straight-Line Silhouette
- Curved, Mini Length Hem
- Light, Textured Woven Material With All Over Glitter
- Curve Hugging I Ample Stretch
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0263
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Such A Classic Midi Dress
You love a classic look, and this chic and sophisticated midi dress is a definite must for your wardrobe!
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps
- V Neckline
- Square Back
- Mid-Length
- Form Hugging Fit With High-Low Trumpet Hem
- Crepe Composition
- Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0128
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
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Slay The Day Mini Dress
Slay the day with sultry style in this dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a high neck with back button closures, a back keyhole cut out, sheer mesh insets along the front, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0085
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
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Worth It Lattice Wrap Dress
Show em' your worth it in this head turning dress! This statement making dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups, a double row of narrow spaghetti straps and a waist cut out. The back features a plunging scoop design with lattice straps. The mini length asymmetrical hem hugs curves in all the right places! Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0103
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
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Taking The Plunge Sweetheart Dress
Take the plunge in this daring mini dress! It features a plunging wired sweetheart neckline, fitted long sleeves and a curve hugging mini length silhouette that showcases curves in all the right places. Dress is composed of a double lined smooth knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0354
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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Midnight Star Velvet Mini Dress
You'll be someone's midnight star in this simple, flirty dress.
Fits & Features
- Scoop Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Glittered Velvet Fabric I Partially Lined
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Minimal Stretch
Navy: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Burgundy: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0312
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
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Love Like This Dress
Make them fall in love with this sexy 'n' elegant bodycon dress.
Fits & Features
- Elasticized Off Shoulder Neckline
- Long, Off Shoulder Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Unlined Knit Fabric With Glitter Embellishments
- Curve Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0260
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
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Iridescently Pretty Mini Dress
You'll be a glowing iridescent beauty in this pretty glitter knit mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline, a low back, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of an iridescent glitter knit fabric that offers plenty of stretch and includes a knit lining.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3543
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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Glam Girl Mini Dress
Hey girly! Have a major glamorous moment in this glitter knit mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, tank-like shoulder straps, a V neck and back, a lined and padded bust, flattering vertical detailing down the bust, a hidden back zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a short, form hugging fit with a front slit. The dress is composed of a glitter knit fabric with a full knit lining.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0014
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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For The Love Of Lace Dress
We are and always will be in love with lace! This dress features a V neckline, padded cups, and a form fit. Equipped with spaghetti straps that lead to a racer back and keyhole cut out, and a zipper closure lower back. Dress is fully lined and composed of a lace knit material that offers minimal stretch.
Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8645
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Graced In Lace Skater Dress
Grace them with your presence in lovely lace! This skater dress features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline with a lace trim and narrow straps that lead to a cross back design. The bodice features an all over lined floral lace fabric with a metallic outline and leads to a multi layered skater length skirt with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a combination crepe and lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8182
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $47.90
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Secret Obsession Lace Skater Dress
It's no secret that we are obsessed with lace! Perfect for any occasion and any season, this dress features a sheer lace bodice with a V neckline, long fitted sleeves, and a discreet back zipper closure. A lining, and delicate scallop lace trim completes the bodice. The flattering skater skirt is composed of a crepe-like fabric with a minimal stretch. Skirt has no lining.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8648
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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Glitz & Glam Lace Skater Dress
This fun skater dress is all about glitz and glamour! Bring the elegance to your wedding guest look in a dress that wows. The dress features a plunging V neckline with a padded bust for support, narrow shoulder straps that lead to a sheer lace back and a gold zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a short flowy skirt with a double-tiered hem. Dress includes a lining and is composed of a glitter lace fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete your look with rhinestone duster earrings and glitter heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neckline with padded cups
- Spaghetti straps
- Sheer lace back
- Mini-length silhouette with a double-tiered hem
- Lined
- Glitter lace fabric
- Relaxed fit, moderate stretch
Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0045
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Classic Chic Shirt Dress
This classic chic mini shirt dress is everything you need and more. It features a collar, a plunging wrap front V neckline, long sleeves with buttons to cuff, a high waist seam, side ruched detailing, and a short fit. The dress is composed of a woven fabric with no stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 35.5 hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0293
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
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Dazzle Queen Heat Stone Mini Dress
Reign on and dazzle like the glam queen you are in this off the moment mini! The dress features a mock neck, long fitted sheer sleeves, a back zipper closure, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a stretchy, sheer mesh fabric with a knit lining and all over glimmering heat stones.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0242
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $27.97 $69.90
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