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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.
  • Striking Sequins Ombre Mini Dress

    Shine and stand out in the Striking Sequins mini dress! With gleaming sequins throughout and an ombre-styled design, you'll be bringing the glam everywhere you go. 

    Fits & Features
    • Spaghetti Straps
    • V Neckline
    • Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure At Back 
    • Form-Hugging Fit 
    • Little To No Stretch
    • Fully Lined
    • Ombre-Sequined Mesh Knit 
    Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0380

      Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $47.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Midnight Drama Sequin Mini Dress
      Bring the drama as you dance the night away until the stroke of midnight in this gorg mini! The dress features a mock neck, long fitted sleeves, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, mid-thigh length with a form hugging fit. The sheer mesh fabric is adorned with all over sequins in an intricate pattern and includes a stretchy partial knit lining.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8692

      Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $21.97 $54.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Kiabeth Off Shoulder Midi Dress

      Special Occasion 

      Show those shoulders in our elegant Kiabeth midi dress!

      Fits & Features 

      • Fold Over, Off Shoulder Neckline
      • Short And Straight Off Shoulder Sleeves
      • Fitted Bodice With Vertical Seams 
      • High Waist Skirt
      • Mid-length Hem That Hits Mid Calf
      • Crepe Fabric
      • Moderate Stretch, Form Hugging Fit 

        Mauve: Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Royal: 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: 05001-0290

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $19.97 $39.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Lovely Lace Off The Shoulder Mini Dress

        Strut your stuff in this pretty little lace dress. It features an off the shoulder design, unlined long sleeves, and a mini-length silhouette. Crafted from scalloped lace fabric and lined with a soft rib knit, this dress offers a moderate stretch fit. Zipper not included.  

        Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0231

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $10.97 $26.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Square Neck Faux Leather Mini Dress

        Add some edge to your wardrobe with this faux leather mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, square neckline with interior no-slip strip, cord spaghetti straps, princess seaming detail, and a mini length silhouette. Composed of sleek faux leather, it offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate amount of stretch. 

        Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small. 

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0545

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $10.97 $26.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Hot Commodity Satin Mini Dress

        You'll be such a hot commodity in this sultry satin mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, double spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back, a lower back zipper closure, a plunging V neckline, flattering princess seams leading to a high waist seam, and a mid-thigh length, curve hugging skirt.

        Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3490

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $42.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Stylishly Fierce Satin Midi Dress

        Stay stylishly fierce in this midi-length slip dress! The dress features adjustable shoulder straps, sleeveless bodice, square back with hidden zipper and hook and eye closure, cowl neckline, thigh-high slit formed by the wrap front, and a mid-length flowy fit. Composed of smooth satin with jacquard leopard print throughout, it offers no stretch. 

        Model is 5'8" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0535

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $48.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Long Sleeve Glitter Mini Dress

        Bring the glam with this glittering must have! It features a crew neck, fitted long sleeves, a small keyhole at the back with a single button closure. The slim fit bodice leads to a mini length silhouette that hugs curves in all the right places! Dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3489

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $13.97 $35.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Ruched One Shoulder Midi Dress

        Keep it fab and ruched with this sleek midi dress! It features a one shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve, a ruched left side seam and a midi length silhouette. Dress is composed of a double lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Zipper not included. 

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0412

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $13.97 $34.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Marvelous Mesh Mini Dress

        Marvel them all with this pretty mini dress! It features a partially unlined bodice, a mock neck, unlined mesh long sleeves with fringed cuffs , a sweetheart bust lining with padded cups and a fringe lace detailed waist that leads to a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of combination mesh, lace and crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes an exposed back zipper.

         

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3618

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $44.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Fearlessly Flashy Sequin Mini Dress

        Don't be afraid to be a little flashy bae! This sequin dress is bringing us life! The mini dress is designed with a square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, and a short, form-fitting silhouette that offers a moderate stretch. The fully lined mesh fabric is embroidered with sequins showcasing a swirling vintage pattern. Style this dress with sparkly earrings and a sleek clutch.

        Fit & Features

        • Sleeveless square neckline
        • Bungee spaghetti straps
        • Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
        • Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
        • Embroidered sequins, vintage pattern
        • Runs true to size

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1501

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $5.97 $49.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Tarryn Bring the Sparkle Heat Stone Midi Dress

        Special Occasion 

        Bring the sparkle to light up the night in this dazzling midi dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging sweetheart neckline with a built in no slip strip, molded padded cups with underwire for support and a double row of spaghetti straps. The slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging midi length silhouette. Dress is composed of a sheer mesh fabric embellished with heat stones throughout. Includes a bodysuit-like contrast bottom lining and a back zipper closure. Garment offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch.

        Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small

        Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0154

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $29.97 $79.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Taking The Plunge Mini Dress

        Take the plunge with this sultry mini dress! It features a wired V neckline, fitted long sleeves and a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a double lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

        Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0154

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $14.97 $36.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Wrapped In Metallic Mini Dress

        You'll find any excuse to go out with this dress in your closet! This dress features spaghetti straps, a wrap v-neckline with padded cups, square elastic back, and a mini-length silhouette with an asymmetrical cut hem. The garment is composed of a smooth metallic knit fabric, form-fitting, and offers a moderate amount of stretch. Zipper not included. 

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0628

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $25.97 $36.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Iridescent Dream Midi Dress

        Dazzle any event in the Iridescent Dream midi dress! This dress features fixed shoulder straps, a scoop neckline, and a midi length silhouette. The garment is composed of a rib knit and showcases iridescent, shimmering sequins throughout. Form-fitting, it offers a moderate amount of stretch and does not include a zipper. 

         Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0626

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $16.97 $42.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Taking The Plunge Mini Dress

        Take the plunge with this sultry mini dress! It features a wired V neckline, fitted long sleeves and a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a double lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

        Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0155

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $36.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Ribbed Knit Cut Out Midi Dress

        Ward off the chill with this cozy for keeps midi-length dress.

        Fits & Features

        • Plunging V Neckline
        • Long Sleeves
        • Large Cut-Out Detail At Back
        • Soft Knit Fabric I Fully Lined
        • Ample Stretch
        • 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: 05102-0361

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $13.97 $33.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Strike Of Midnight Glitter Mini Dress
        Anything is possible at the strike of midnight! This beautifully sparkling mini dress is designed with a strapless and straight neckline, a form fitting silhouette, and a mini hem that hits near mid thigh. Dress is fully lined with a smooth knit material, and outer is composed of a sheer mesh material that offers moderate stretch , and showcases a mesmerizing glitter that reflects a midnight blue. Don't forget to pick up the matching long duster to complete your completely mesmerizing look!

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0385

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $11.97 $28.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Layla Formal Sequin Midi Dress

        Special Occasion

        Bring the shine to match your glam taste in our sparkling Layla dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, short sleeves, a natural fit waist and a curve hugging midi length silhouette with bold side slit. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with sequins throughout. Garment offers a minimal stretch and includes a back zipper closure.

         

        Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4093

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $19.97 $49.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Velvet Glitter Mock Neck Mini Dress

        Shine brighter than ever in this glittery number! She features a chic mock neckline, sleeveless bodice, and a mini length silhouette. Composed of velvet, she's decked out in sparkly glitter, offers a form hugging fit with moderate stretch, fully lined, and includes a zipper at back. Glitter may transfer. 

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0170

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $34.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Glitz And Shimmer Open Back Mini Dress

        Shine on glitter goddess! This dress features a crew neckline, fitted long sleeves, and a dramatic open back. Composed of a glitter mesh fabric, it offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate amount of stretch. 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: 05103-0435

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $13.97 $35.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Twinkling Moments Glitter Mini Dress

        Create a moment that will enchant in this twinkling mini dress! It features a plunging wrap V neckline, long sleeves with lightly padded shoulders, a mini length silhouette with envelope hem and ruching on the left seam. Dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric with geometric design. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Zipper not featured.

        Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.   

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0124

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $15.97 $39.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Dazzle Diva Glitter Open Back Dress

        Dazzle like the diva you are in this shimmering mini dress!

        Fits & Features

        • Crew neckline
        • Fitted long sleeves
        • Dramatic open back with draped accent
        • Glitter mesh fabric I Fully lined
        • Form hugging fit with moderate stretch
        • Zipper not included
        • Glitter may transfer

         

        Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0121

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $15.97 $40.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • On My Velvet Vibes Mini Dress

        If you are on velvet like we are then we found the perfect fit for you babe! Designed with a mock neckline, long sleeves, and a cut out mid waist. Cut out meet with a mini skirt that hits mid thigh and dress includes a zipper located at the back. Dress is composed of a form fitting velvet fabric that offers slight stretch.

        Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0255

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $34.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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