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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Meow You're Talking Leopard Mini Dress
Satin and leopard? Matchmade in heaven. Show your sleek and wild side in the Meow You're Talking mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Cowl Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Adjustable Tie At Back I Low Open Back
- Satin-Like Composition I Minimal Stretch
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0338
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruched Strappy Back Mini Dress
We love a strappy ruched dress! It's the perfect addition to your girl's weekend trip!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline
- Fixed Spaghetti Straps
- Criss-Cross Back Detail With Self Ties
- Center Ruching At Front And Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0630
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kayley Sequin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Have a night to remember in our Kayley! She features a wired deep v neckline, double adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a criss-cross back, padded cups, and a fully lined form-fitting silhouette that offers a moderate stretch. She has a zipper located center back and is composed of a mesh material that is adorned in sequins! Her hem hits mid-length and she features a small slit at the back. Complete look with a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Wired V-neckline with padded cups
- Double row adjustable spaghetti straps
- Criss-cross back
- Sequins
- Midi length silhouette with small center slit at the back
- Fully lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0262
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Enchanting Metallic Deep V Midi Dress
Exude your goddess vibes! You'll be making an entrance with the Enchanting Metallic Deep V midi dress!
Fits & Features
- Deep V Neckline
- Long Fitted Sleeves
- Elastic Banded Waistband
- Center Ruching
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Metallic Knit Composition 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: 05103-0629
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glow And Shine Sequin Mini Dress
This sequin mini dress is giving us total glow goals bby!
Fit & Features
- Scoop Neckline
- Draped Cowl Back
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Sequin
- Fully Lined Mesh
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
- No Zipper
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0666
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Christy Formal Sleeveless Heat Stone Dress
Special Occasion
Sparkle like the queen are in our shimmering Christy heat stone dress!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless
- V-Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Heat Stones
- Mini
- Lined Mesh
- Curve Hugging | Slight Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0188
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Nadine Formal Sequin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Stand out in sequins as you wow them all in our Nadine sequin dress!
Fit & Features
- V-Neckline I Padded Cups
- Spaghetti Straps
- Midi Length Silhouette With Split At Center Back
- Lined Mesh Fabric With Sequins Throughout
- Form-Hugging Fit
- 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: 05001-0265
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Audrina Formal Sequin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Come through with head-turning shine as you shimmy the night away in our sequined Audrina midi dress!
Fit & Features
- High Round Neckline
- Cap Sleeves
- Draped Cowl Back
- High Side Slit
- Sequins
- Lined Mesh | Minimal Stretch
- Side Zipper Closure
Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0261
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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On To The Next Glitter Mini Dress
Girl move on with this totally fab glitter mini dress!
Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Cross-Back
- Glitter
- Ruched
- Fully Lined
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0643
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Colorful Expressions Two-Tone Glitter Midi Dress
Elevate your look with this glitzy hued midi! With an array of colors glistening throughout, brighten the room at every angle.
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps
- Cross & Lattice Back I Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure
- Deep V-Neckline With Padded Cups
- Two-Tone Glitter Knit Composition I Fully Lined
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0281
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Criss Cross Scooped Midi Dress
Girl get the scoop in the latest trends with this chic midi dress!
Fit & Features
- Scoop Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Criss-Cross Back
- Princess Seams
- Asymmetrical Side Slit
- Fully Lined
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0668
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rowena Formal Heat Stone Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Sparkle up the night like the goddess you are in our shimmering Rowena dress! Her heat stones will add a sparkle to your glow!
Fit & Features
- V- Neckline
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Gemstones
- Heat Stones
- Geometric
- Fully Lined Mesh
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0423
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitter & Glam Mini Dress
Embrace all the glitter and glam in this mini dress!
Fits & Features
- High Mesh Neckline & Long Sleeves
- Inset Deep V Design
- Cut-Out With Button Closure At Back
- Velvet, Rainbow Glitter Knit Body
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Form-Flattering
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0240
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sleek Satin Mini Dress
Keep it sleek in stunning satin to show off those curves girl!
Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Tank Straps
- Satin
- Rounded Hem
- Double Lined
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
- No Zipper
Burgundy: Model is 5'8" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Hunter: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0386
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glow Chaser Glitter Mini Dress
Nobody has time for chasing scrubs, instead chase that glow girl! This glittering mini dress is just what you need!
Fit & Features
- Off The Shoulder Neckline
- Wired V-Neck Bust
- Long Sleeves
- Glitter
- Fully Lined
- Form Fitting | Moderate Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0556
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Meant To V Velvet Mini Dress
This dress is meant to be apart of your wardrobe! You'll be looking your sleekest in this elegant number.
Fits & Features
- V Neckline With Wire Trim
- Padded Cups
- Long Sleeves
- Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure
- Smooth Velvet Construction
- Fully Lined
- Mini Length Silhouette
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0182
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Power Shoulder Glitter Satin Wrap Mini Dress
You're glittering and glowing in this statement piece.
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline
- Snap Button & Decorative Twist Wrap Front
- Padded Shoulders
- Long Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Smooth Glittery Satin Knit I Fully Lined
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0541
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $21.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Scoop Neck Velvet Mini Dress
Be a vision in velvet with this smooth and sexy dress!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Square Back I Scoop Neckline
- Structured, Lined Cups
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Smooth Velvet
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure At Back
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0651
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Crew Neck Mini Dress
Look a vision in lace with this captivating mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Crew Neckline
- Long Sleeves
- Zipper At Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Lace & Knit Composition I Partially Lined
- Curve Hugging Fit I Little To No Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0649
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Metallic Cowl Neck Mini Dress
Wow in this metallic mini! She features adjustable shoulder straps, a cowl neckline, sleeveless bodice, and a mini length, a-line silhouette. Composed of a metallic knit fabric, she offers little to no stretch. Zipper not included.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0654
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Wrapped In Luxe Velvet Mini Dress
Get all wrapped up in luxe velvet in this holiday ready mini dress. It features long sleeves with slight puffed shoulders, a wrap front creating a V neckline, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, a double O ring front accent completing the wrap, and a short hem. The velvet fabric offers moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0555
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Metallic Muse Ruched Midi Dress
Be an alluring muse in this metallic ruched midi dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, flattering princess seams, and a square back with a zipper and hook and eye closure. The sultry front waist cut out leads to a mid-length curve hugging skirt with ruched detailing. The metallic knit fabric has ample amount of stretch and includes a knit lining.Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0555
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Satin Boat Neck Mini Dress
Smooth out your worries about what to wear tonight with this satin number. It features a boat neckline, open back with self ties at the top, zipper at center back, long sleeves, and an asymmetrical mini-length silhouette. Fully lined, this dress showcases a form-hugging fit with little-to-no stretch. Includes zipper at back.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0522
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sofia Formal Sequin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Shine for those moments that count the most in our shimmering Sofia dress! She features a high neck with a racer bust and a flattering midi length silhouette with mini side slit. She features dazzling sequins set in a scroll print design for an elegant touch! Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with fish hook clasp fasten.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0332
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $30.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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