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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Satin Chic Mesh Asymmetrical Midi Dress
Get chic for the night in this knit satin asymmetrical dress! It features a sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps, and a sheer mesh bodice on a midi-length hem with a side slit detail. Complete your night-out look with sexy platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, bungee spaghetti straps
- Sweetheart neckline
- Sheer mesh bodice
- Midi-length hem
- Asymmetrical skirt, side slit detail
- Luxe knit satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4020
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Araceli Plunge Neck Satin Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Own the night in the stunning Araceli satin formal dress. She features adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit and a plunge V-neckline with padded cups. The structured bodice has flexible boning to highlight her figure while the tulip wrap skirt adds the perfect finishing touch. Complete your look with a glittery clutch and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless deep V-neckline, built-in padded bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Structured bodice, flexible boning
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length tulip wrap skirt
- Satin fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0992
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
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Sleek Side Slit Ruched Midi Dress
Showcase some leg with this sleek ruched midi dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline with a wrap-front design, spaghetti straps that lead to an open back with a cross-back strap design, ruching down one side, and a mid-length, form-hugging silhouette with a sultry side slit. Style this dress with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, wrap-front design
- Spaghetti straps, open back, cross-back strap design
- Ruching down one side
- Mid-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Side slit
- Lightweight knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1354
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
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Glitzy Moment Glitter Knit Mini Dress
Have a gorgeous glitzy moment at homecoming in this stunningly chic mini dress. The short dress features a V-neckline, long fitted sleeves, a short, curve-hugging silhouette, and is composed of a glitter knit fabric with a stylish all-over textured pattern. Complete the look with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- V-neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Lined glitter knit fabric, textured pattern
- Plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1181
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $35.90
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Feelin' Luxe Velvet Midi Dress
You'll be feelin' luxe and chic in this elevated velvet midi dress. It features a sleeveless V-neckline with a wrap-front design, spaghetti straps, and a midi-length, fitted bodycon silhouette. Style this dress with rhinestone statement earrings and strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, wrap-front
- Spaghetti straps
- Midi-length, curve-hugging fit
- Velvet fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1196
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $35.90
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Major Drama Chic Bodycon Mini Dress
This chic bodycon mini dress will bring that dramatic flair you love to your look. It features a crew neckline with a back button closure, puff shoulders with long fitted sleeves, and a short, form-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Crew neckline
- Back button closure, keyhole cutout
- Puff shoulders, long fitted sleeves
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1240
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
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Sweet And Stunning Ruched Mini Dress
Look oh-so-sweet and stunning in this trendy ruched mini dress that is perf for date night. It features an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline, padded cups with ruching at the bust, long sheer fitted sleeves with ruched detailing, and a corset-designed bodice. The dress has a flattering high waist seam that leads to a skirt with an asymmetrical faux wrap design and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the outfit with strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline
- Padded cups, ruching at the bust
- Long sheer fitted sleeves, ruching
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Corset-designed bodice, high waist seam
- Short skirt, asymmetrical faux wrap design, form-hugging fit
- Sheer mesh and crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1227
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
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Adley Formal Glitter Party Dress
Special Occasion
Bring that glow to your evening with a formal party dress that brings endless shine! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a built-in padded bust, and a fit and flare silhouette with pleating, hidden side pockets. and a mini-length hem. The dress is composed of a woven glitter fabric that offers minimal stretch. Complete look with chrome heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust
- Hidden side pockets
- Fit and flare silhouette with pleating
- Woven glitter fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0923
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $59.90
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Ciara Sleeveless Satin Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Sleek and stunning, you'll fall head over heels for the Ciara sleeveless satin formal dress. She features a sweetheart neckline with a cowl neck draped design, padded cups, spaghetti straps, a flattering high waist, and a floor-length fitted silhouette. The smooth satin-knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete your look with sparkling rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, cowl neck draped design
- Padded cups
- Spaghetti straps
- High waist seam
- Floor-length fitted silhouette
- Satin-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1659
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Violette Formal Velvet Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Wrap yourself in a luxe velvet dress that elevates your special occasion outfit. Violette features a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a corset-like bodice with flexible boning, a midi length silhouette with wrap hem. The dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a sphere clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Corset bodice with flexible boning
- Midi length silhouette, wrap hem
- Lined velvet fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0646
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $56.90
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Chic Look Bodycon Mini Dress
Showcase a chic look for date night with your special someone in this alluring bodycon dress! It features a wide V-neckline, long sheer chiffon bishop sleeves with flared hems, a V-back design, hook and eye front closures with a corset waist design, and a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the outfit with sparkly rhinestone earrings and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Wide V-neckline
- Long sheer chiffon bishop sleeves, flared hems, adjustable ties
- V-back design, back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Hook and eye front closures, corset waist design
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4074
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $45.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Bellarose Formal Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Make a radiating entrance in a formal dress that makes a head-turning impression! The dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline, bungee spaghetti straps that cross at the back, dazzling iridescent sequins throughout, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with slight stretch. Complete look with chrome heels and rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps, cross at back
- Iridescent sequin embroidery
- Mini-length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form-hugging fit, slight stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0889
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
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Bringing The Glitz Glitter Skater Dress
Bring the glitz with a skater dress that illuminates your evening! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, an unlined floral lace back, a lower back keyhole, and a skater silhouette. The dress is composed of a glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete lool with rhinestone heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps
- Unlined floral lace back with keyhole
- Skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
- Saturation of glitter may transfer
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0836
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet And Chic Satin Mini Dress
Create a sweet and chic date night look with this on-trend satin dress. It features a sweetheart neckline with wired and padded cups, ruching at the bust, a corset-designed bodice with front hook and eye closures, long puff sleeves, and a short, fitted silhouette. Style this dress with strappy mules.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline, wired and padded cups
- Ruched detailing at the bust
- Corset-designed bodice, hook and eye closures, flexible boning
- Long puff sleeves, elastic cinched hems
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Smooth satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1224
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Wrapped In Chic Satin Mini Dress
Get a chic and sleek look wrapped up in this trendy satin mini dress! It features a one-shoulder sweetheart neckline with a single off-the-shoulder strap, a padded bust, a wrap-front skirt with ruched detailing, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder sweetheart neckline
- Single off-the-shoulder strap
- Padded bust
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, wrap-front skirt, ruching
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Satin knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1162
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Curves Ahead Ruched Midi Dress
Show off curves in this midi dress that is made for your next date night! The dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust, long sleeves, a ruched body, and a midi-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with stilettos and a rhinestone clutch.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Sweetheart bust
- Long fitted sleeves
- Ruched body
- Midi-length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4235
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitzy Radiance One Shoulder Glitter Mini Dress
Bring that glowing radiance with a mini dress that brings the glitz! The dress features a one-shoulder neckline with a fold-over accent, a long sleeve, ruching, a mini front slit, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone anklet.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, fold over accent
- Long sleeve
- Ruching
- Mini front slit
- Mini length silhouette
- Glitter
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4108
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
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Cinched And Chic Ruched Mini Dress
Get cinched in a fab LBD that showcases curves from all the right places! The dress features a sweetheart neckline, sheer balloon sleeves, a ruched drawstring at the center, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of mesh and nylon-knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with stiletto heels and a faux leather crossbody.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline
- Long balloon sleeves
- Ruched drawstring at center
- Mini length silhouette
- Mesh and lined nylon knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4005
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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What A Look One Shoulder Mini Dress
Create a head-turning look with a mini dress that makes a stunning entrance! The dress features a one-shoulder neckline, a long sheer balloon sleeve, ruching, and a mini length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined lightweight woven fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with stiletto heels and a faux leather clutch.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Long balloon sleeve
- Ruching
- Mini length silhouette
- Lined lightweight woven fabric
- Form hugging fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1261
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Trendy And Ruched Mini Dress
Step up your style with this trendy mini dress that is perf for the cooler months! It features a deep V-neckline, long bishop sleeves, a high waist seam, and a ruched skirt with a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette and a front adjustable drawstring. Pair this dress with chic mules.
Fit & Features
- Deep V-neckline, pleated detailing
- Long bishop sleeves, smocked hems
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, short, form-fitting silhouette
- Ruching, front adjustable drawstring
- Woven fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4061
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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A Stylish Twist Midi Dress
Bring a stylish twist to your look with a sleek midi dress that slays! The dress features a sleeveless scoop neckline, spaghetti straps, a high side slit with a twist knot accent, and a midi-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with clear PVC heels and a faux leather clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- High side slit
- Twist knot accent
- Midi length silhouette
- Smooth knit fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1540
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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Bring The Flare Flocked Velvet Skater Dress
Bring the flare with a cute skater dress that creates a twirl-worthy moment! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, a floral flocked velvet pattern, spaghetti straps, an unlined floral lace back with a lower back keyhole, and a tiered skater silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined scuba crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with block heels and a rhinestone choker.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Floral flocked velvet pattern
- Spaghetti stra[s
- Unlined floral lace back, lower back keyhole
- Tiered skater silhouette
- Lined scuba crepe fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1161
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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A Sparkle Story Glitter Asymmetrical Dress
Enchant with a glitter dress that brings out your inner glow, babe! The dress features a sleeveless wrap V-neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching, and an asymmetrical hem. The dress is composed of a glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless wrap V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruching, bodycon fit
- Asymmetrical mini length hem
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3973
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Talulla Formal One-Shoulder Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Channel a look that is over the top with a formal mini dress that brings the glitz! Talulla features a one-shoulder neckline with a secure no-slip strip, a fitted long sleeve, sparkling sequins throughout, a mini-length silhouette, and a draped train accent. The mini dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete the look with chrome heels and door-knocker earrings. Be sure to shop this dress in the other luxe fabrications!
Shop Crepe Dress: Emily One-Shoulder Pleated Asymmetric Mini Dress
Shop Velvet Dress: Zhuri Formal One-Shoulder Velvet Dress
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, no-slip strip at the bust
- Fitted long sleeve
- All-over sequin embroidery
- Mini-length silhouette
- Draped train accent
- Form-hugging fit, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0716
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $89.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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