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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Wrapped In Pleats Midi Dress
Wrap yourself in pretty pleats to make a gorgeous appearance! The mini dress features a sage green color, a wrap V neckline, narrow shoulder straps and an asymmetrical wrap silhouette. Dress is composed of a 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" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8615
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $34.90
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Drop Dead Gorgeous Mini Dress
You'll be a total dream in lace with this beautiful little black dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a sweetheart neckline with a lined padded bust, sheer waist insets, a back double hook and eye closure with a cut out, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a partially sheer lace and crepe fabric that 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: 05101-8526
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $52.90
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Crochet Beauty Mini Dress
You're a total beauty, so showcase your stunning style in this crochet mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- V Neckline & Back
- Scalloped Hem
- Fully Lined, Sheer Crochet Composition
- Form Hugging Fit
- 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: 05101-8534
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
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Flirty Feels High-Low Dress
Leave a flirty impression in this adorable flowy high-low dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps with a cross design in the back, a V neckline, seam detailing, a fitted bodice, and a skater skirt with a high-low hemline. The teal hued dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8493
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $42.90
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Floral Feels Skater Dress
Get all the floral feels with this gorgeous printed skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a sheer lace back with an exposed gold zipper closure, a back cut out, and a flowy high low hem. The navy blue dress is composed of a scuba fabric with moderate stretch.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8471
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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Magical Moments Skater Dress
Make magical moments in this classic chic skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, a sheer lace back with a zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. The black dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a nude knit lining.Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8472
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $39.50
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Loved In Lace Mini Dress
You'll for sure fall head over heels in love with this mesh and lace mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a deep V neckline with a padded bust, an exposed back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, flattering, form hugging fit. The natural dress includes a mesh waist, a full knit lining, and crochet lace appliques adorned all over for a beautiful touch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8491
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $52.90
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Ready And Ruffled Midi Dress
She's ready to work it. Cause a commotion in this midi dress!
Fits & Features
- Elastic Off Shoulder Neckline
- Ruffled Popover Detail
- Form Hugging Silhouette
- Midi Length Ruffled Trumpet Hemline
- Fully Lined & Composed Of Crepe Fabric
- Moderate Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8114
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Faux-Ever Yours Mini Dress
This faux fur dress was forever made to be yours! It features an off the shoulder neckline with a faux fur overlay, long sleeves, and a short, fitted look. The black dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers plenty of stretch, a flattering, form hugging fit, and includes a knit lining.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8374
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $37.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Total Twirl Glitter Skater Dress
Go ahead and take this dress for a spin! This flirty skater style is made for stealing the spotlight wherever you go. The glitzy dress features a flattering off the shoulder neckline, a twirly high low skater-styled silhouette, and an-all over glitter composition. Complete your glamourous outfit with gleaming rhinestone earrings and metallic heels for head to toe shine.
Fits & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline
- Gently pleated skater skirt
- Hi-low hem
- Woven knit composition
- Glitter embellishment throughout
- Moderate stretch
- Zipper not included
Plum Dress: Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Lavender Dress: Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Black Dress: Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Burgundy Dress: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0023
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $39.90
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Ravishing Lace Bodycon Dress
You'll look ravishing in red in this fiery lace bodycon dress!
Fits & Features
- Deep V Neckline With Scalloped Lace Trim
- Padded Bust
- Adjustable Shoulder Straps
- Seamlessly Slim Fit
- Lined Lace Fabric
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 22.5" waist and 34.5 hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8266
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
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Babe In A Backless Skater Dress
Check you out, babe! Turn heads in this skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a round neckline, an open back with strappy details, a high waist seam, and a short A-line skirt. Dress is composed of an unlined ponte fabric with a moderate stretch.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8013
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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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: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $37.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Cross Over Skater Dress
Make a smooth transition between the seasons! This lovely navy blue dress features an off the shoulder neckline with a cross over front, an exposed zipper closure, a sweet skater skirt and knit heathered fabric with a moderate stretch.Model is 5'7" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-7164
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitter Dreams Mini Dress
Dream big or go home! This cute little black dress has its head in the clouds with a structured V neckline, narrow shoulder straps, a cutout back and a flattering slim fit composed of a sparkling knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes exposed zipper.Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-6837
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $34.90
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Sweet Day Dress
This dress has some class and a whole lot of sass! This darling black dress features a sweetheart neckline with padded cups, wide off the shoulder straps, a hidden back zipper with a hook closure for a seamless appearance and a secure fit. Skater skirt adds some extra flare with layers of tulle. Dress is composed of a lace fabric with a moderate stretch and includes a full lining.Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-6453
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $52.90
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Illusion Skater Dress
No tricks needed here, make a lasting impression in this LBD! It features a high round neckline with a racer front, an illusion mesh inset at waist, padded cups and a flaring skater skirt. Dress is composed of a stretchy ponte fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Dress includes a smooth knit lining and back gold zipper closure.Model is 5'8 with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-5811
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruffle My Feathers Mini Dress
Channel effortless warm-weather style in this fun, flirty dusty pink mini dress. Dress has thick straps, a sweetheart neckline with a small V, side smocking, a hook-and-eye zip closure, and a flared hem. Dress is made from a linen-like fabric with generous stretch at sides.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0090
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Sweetly Chic Midi Dress
Have a sweetly chic look with this gray houndstooth print midi dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, a front slit with a drawstring, and an asymmetrical hem. The dress is composed of a sheer lightweight woven fabric with a short white knit lining.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0040
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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Ruched And Ruffled Satin Mini Dress
This black mini dress is all about those sexy but girly vibes! It features a deep V neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a square back, a wrap front with a row of buttons on the side, and an asymmetrical hem with a ruffle trim. Dress has a body-hugging fit and is composed of a satin knit fabric with plenty of stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist, and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0057
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Liz Formal Floral Two Piece Dress
Special OccasionCreate a twirl worthy moment in florals! Liz features a royal blue crop top with an off the shoulder neckline, a wired sweetheart bust, padded cups and short sleeves. Her matching satin skirt features a high rise waist, hidden side pockets and a pink hued floral print. Top is composed of a form hugging fit crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Skirt includes a petticoat and offers a minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size smallSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05006-0520
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Maureen Formal One Shoulder Dress
Special OccasionDraw all eyes on you the moment you enter the room in our wowing Maureen black dress! She features a one shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve, a ruched side seam and an asymmetrical hem. Dress is composed of a sheer mesh fabric that is complemented with a beige hued lining to create a flattering two-tone effect. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6774
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
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Adelynn Plunging Asymmetrical Formal Dress
Special OccasionTake the plunge as you make a statement in our bold Adelynn dress! She features a burgundy hue, a plunging V neck, a ruched side seam on the left and an asymmetrical high slit complemented with a mini skirt length lining. Dress is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5''8" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6720
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Addilyn Formal Asymmetrical Wrap Dress
Special OccasionCreate a head turning moment in our gorgeous Addilyn black dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline with a sweetheart bust, a fold over accent and a fitted long sleeve. Her relaxed fit bodice features a ruched detailing along the left seam and leads to an asymmetrical silhouette. Dress is composed of a black hued smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-6692
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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