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.
Now Trending
Cocktail Dresses That Turn Heads
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.
-
Ready Or Not Mini Dress
This hot mini dress is ready for you to flaunt and style up! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a wired V neckline with a padded bust and a sheer lace trim, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of knit fabric with plenty of stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0214
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $16.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Straight To The Point Mini Dress
Let's get straight to the point - you'll look totally gorg in this mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a straight neckline with a notched V wired trim, seam detailing, and a short, form hugging fit with an asymmetrical hemline. The dress is composed of a nylon ponte knit fabric with plenty of stretch.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0211
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Ruffled In Love Sleeveless Dress
Keep it lovely in ruffles in this stunning dress! It features a sleeveless square neckline, narrow shoulder straps and a midi length silhouette with an asymmetrical ruffled hem. Dress is composed of a stretchy crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0359
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Crossed In Florals Midi Dress
Get crossed up in pretty florals as you stun in this gorgeous dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, and a plunging V neckline with adjustable cross-straps. The relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve hugging asymmetrical skirt accented with ruching details and a high side slit. The all over floral print features pink with white hues. Dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a curve hugging fit.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4032
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Floral Ambition Sleeveless Mini Dress
Go for that charming look with this stunning LBD! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, padded cups and narrow shoulder straps. The bodice features a gorgeous floral applique detail and leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch and includes a back zipper closure.Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8653
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $16.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Simply Stunning LBD
Keep it sleek and stunning in this LBD! It features a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline and wide shoulder straps that lead to an open back design with multi narrow cross straps. The relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve accentuating midi length silhouette. Dress is composed of a ponte-like 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: 05103-3528
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Summer Vibes Gauzy Mini Dress
Feel the heat while keeping it cool in this gauzy olive skater dress. Dress features a deep V at front and back, side bar cutouts, an elasticated waist, and an all-over crinkle effect. Dress is made from a rayon fabric with moderate stretch. Dress is semi-sheer and unlined.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3847
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Second Look Open Back Dress
This LBD is all you need to make them take a second look! It features a sleeveless bodice, a scoop neckline, narrow straps that lead to a cross design, an open back and lattice strap accents. Dress is composed of a knit fabric that offers a curve 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: 05102-0061
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Ruche Hour Sleeveless Mini Dress
Subtly sophisticated, this ruched mini is equally sultry—and ready for evenings out! Dress features a mesh overlay, high neck, slim-cut sleeveless bodice, and ruching detail at the sides, back, and front beginning at the waist. Slip-on style is fully lined and made offers a fair amount of stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0073
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Coming Up Roses Mini Dress
Begin to bloom the moment you step into this eye-catching floral-print mini! Dress has a deep V neckline, spaghetti straps, banded waist, cutout at back and of-the-moment lace detail with zip closure. Dress is made from a soft, moderately stretchy material.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0000
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Fab With Flair Mini Dress
This trendy mini dress is fab with all the flair! It features a square neckline, long sleeves unlined chiffon sleeves and a pleated detailing to flatter your curves. The dress is composed of a smocked knit fabric that offers plenty of form hugging stretch. Zipper closure not included.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0224
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
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: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Stunner In Satin Mini Dress
Be the absolute stunner you are in this sleek and sultry satin mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, tie shoulder spaghetti straps, a square neck and back, flattering vertical seam detailing at the bust, and a short, form hugging fit that hits mid-thigh. The mini dress is composed of a satin-like fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0136
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Such A Queen Midi Dress
You are the queen in this midi dress. This dress features a high cowl neckline and thin tie-your-self adjustable spaghetti straps. The dress has a straight bodice detailed with ruching at the sides which allows you to have the option of making the dress shorter or longer with the adjustable strings attached. The hemline has a scooping effect and the fabric is satin-like, which offers a relaxed fit with no stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0152
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $21.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Sparkle Motion Glitter Mini Dress
Ready to make moves? Then shine in this glitter-embellished red mini! Dress features cross-back spaghetti straps, a seamed, deep V princess bodice with lightly padded cups, and a curve-hugging skirt with envelope hem. Dress is made from a woven knit material and offers moderate stretch.Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0114
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Sassy In Satin Mini Dress
Slip on this satin mini dress for a sassy and sultry look! It features a sleeveless bodice, a round neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, seam detailing, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short hem. The dress is composed of a smooth satin-like fabric that offers minimal stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0090
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Shayleigh Sequin Wrap Dress
Special OccasionDazzle and dance around in the Shayleigh! She features a deep v-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps lead back to a square back,and a self tie wrap around skirt that meets high waist with a skater dress hem that hits mid thigh. Her bodice is fitted and lined with a nude colored smooth material. She is composed of knit material that is covered with stitched silver sequins, material offers no stretch but design of the dress offers a flow that allows you to move around comfortably. Pair with your favorite heels and statement earrings!
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: 05001-4067
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Sami Sequin And Lace Party Dress
Special OccasionCreate a twirl worthy moment in the ever so glam Sami dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, a floral lace bodice and adjustable spaghetti straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a double layered skater length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined lace and crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size three.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0035
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Tammy Taffeta Lace And Layers Dress
Special OccasionSwitch up the formal scene with this fun formal dress! Our navy blue Tammy dress features a V neckline with spaghetti straps that lead to a stunning lace back, an exposed lower back, hidden side pockets and a flirty double layered mini skirt. She is made from a taffeta fabric that offers a structured look with a hint of sheen. She includes two back zippers.
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: 05001-0012
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Striking In Satin Mini Dress
Strike a sultry look in satin! The mini dress features a sweetheart neckline with a scalloped lace trim, adjustable spaghetti straps, bustier-like cups and a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a stretchy satin fabric that offers a curve hugging fit.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0040
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Sound The Horn Trumpet Dress
Make an eye-catching style statement in this chic, curve-hugging midi dress. It features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a flattering empire waist, and a high-low trumpet hem with a form-hugging silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric with a pretty sheer crochet overlay. Complete the look with cute heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Hidden back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Empire waist, slim-fit, high-low trumpet hem
- Sheer crochet overlay, knit fabric lining
- Curve-hugging fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0153
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Simply Satin Tie-Waist Dress
Streamlined and sophisticated, this satin mini will pair perfectly with block heels and a clutch for your next night out! Dress features spaghetti straps with detachable accent tie, a surplice-style wrap bodice with side tie at waist, and an A-line skirt. Dress is lined and made from a smooth, woven cotton blend with little to no stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0196
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
-
Stunning In Sequins Dress
This stunning sequin mini dress will have you stepping into the party in style! It features a plunging wired V-neckline that adds structure, a padded bust to offer support, spaghetti straps that lead to a lace-up back design for a customized fit, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The mini-length dress showcases gorgeous all-over sequin embroidery in a chic scroll pattern that will glow from all your best angles. Complete your look with rhinestone earrings and chrome heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless wired V-neckline, spaghetti straps
- Lightly padded bust
- Lace-up back design, tie closure
- Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-7426
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $23.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Love Bud Sweetheart Dress
Hey sweetheart, Hey love bud , Hey little cutie ! The dress features a sweetheart neckline , tie yourself ribbon spaghetti straps, and a built in wire for a bra-like effect. The back-line of this dress is square and includes a hidden zipper. The bodice of this dress is a body con style that is form fitting and shows off those curves and has a mini slit at the hem. The dress is composed of a canvas material that offers moderate stretch. Muah!
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0219
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance