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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Alexa Velvet Wrap Dress
Get wrapped up in the heat of the moment! Our short and classy Alexa dress is perfect for your homecoming night with a wrap-like body, a daring V-neckline, and long sleeves. She has a wide waistband that accentuates your curves and a mini-length skirt. Alexa is composed of a soft velvet knit that offers a moderate stretch and has a vertical stripe pattern created by dazzling heat stones. She includes a back zipper closure. Complete look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Wrap V-neckline
- Long sleeves
- Empire waist
- Mini-length, wrap hem
- Heat stones
- Lined velvet fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0213
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
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Chic And Sassy Mini Dress
Get a chic yet still sassy look with this trendy printed mini! The dress features a mock neck, back button closures at the neck followed by a keyhole cut out, long fitted sleeves with thumb holes, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a brushed 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: 05102-0121
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $27.90
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On To The Next Satin Dress
Create a sultry look in satin! This body-con style dress features a V neckline and spaghetti straps that lead to a square back with a zipper closure. The dress features a triple empire detail below the cup and a hem that hits above the knee. Dress is composed of a satin material that offers slight stretch and a form fit.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0249
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Classic Chic Midi Dress
Classic and chic, this midi is a total head-turner. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, tank-like shoulder straps, a square neck and back, flattering slanted seam detailing along the bust, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit. Garment is composed of a ponte knit with moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0360
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Favorite 'Fit Knit Mini Dress
Your new fave 'fit for sure. This ribbed knit mini dress features long fitted sleeves, a plunging V neckline with a front tie closure followed by a waist cut out, and a curve hugging skirt that hits mid thigh. The knit fabric offers plenty of stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0254
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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All That Lace Mini Dress
Bring the glam with a little lace action! This mini dress features a partially unlined floral bodice, an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart lining and fitted long sleeves. The slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette with a pretty envelope hem. Dress is composed of a combination lace and crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. 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: 05103-0197
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Glitter Glam High Low Skater Dress
Go for glam in this diva-worthy dress! This sparkling must have features an off the shoulder neckline, short sleeves and a relaxed fit bodice. Bring the drama with the high low silhouette with a flared skater skirt! Dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'8" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8489
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Diamond Lady Mock Neck Mini Dress
You're looking luxe in a metallic dress that brings all the shine to your special events. This dress features a mock neckline for a sophisticated detail, fitted long sleeves for a streamlined effect, and a mini-length hem. The knitted lurex fabric gives off a gorgeous metallic sparkle and has a moderate stretch with a bodycon fit. Complete the outfit with dazzling rhinestone earrings and a metallic envelope clutch.
Fit & Features
- Mock neck
- Fitted long sleeves
- Mini-length silhouette
- Knitted lurex fabric, metallic sparkle
- Form-hugging bodycon fit
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0048
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Casually Chic Slip Dress
A little casual and a lot chic, this slip dress is a must-have. It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a sheer inset under the bust, a square back with a zipper closure, and a short fit. The dress is composed of a lightweight smooth satin-like fabric with no stretch.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0321
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
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Party With Me Glitter Mini Dress
Get the party started in a dress that has all the heads turning your direction! This mini dress features a square neckline, spaghetti straps, and a cut out detail at the rib. Dress is form fitting and has a mini side slit detail and a hem that hits mid thigh. Dress is composed of a glitter knit material that offers slight stretch.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0369
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
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Heat Up The Night Mini Dress
Light up the night in a dazzling mini to show off your curves girl! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a high neck with racer bust, sparkling heat stones with gemstones set in a geometric pattern and a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe 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: 05101-0228
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Ruched And Luxe Velvet Mini Dress
Elevate your look with this luxe mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline, spaghetti straps and a curve hugging mini length silhouette with ruched detailing. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a 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: 05103-0298
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
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Gia Rhinestone Mini Dress
Special Occasion
We all know diamonds are a girl's best friend, shine in sparkling rhinestones in our glitzy Gia dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a built in no slip strip, a plunging wired sweetheart neckline accented with a rhinestone embellished fringe and adjustable spaghetti straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with a hook and eye fasten closure
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: 05001-0241
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $99.90
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Own Knit Midi Dress
Own your look with all the confidence in this knit midi dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a square back, a V neckline, a high waist band, and a mid-length, form hugging fit with a back slit. Knit fabric offers moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0368
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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Romantically Involved Mini Dress
Get yourself involved with a romantic look!
Fits & Features
- Sheer, High Crew Neckline I Sweetheart Underlay
- Unlined, Fitted Long Sleeves
- Open Back With Button Closure At Neck
- Sheer Mesh Composition With Reflective Velvet Burnout Floral Pattern
- Lined, Mini Length Skirt
- Body-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0199
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Say It Again Mini Dress
Sultry and stylish, you can say that again!
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps That Lead To An Open Back With Lattice Detail
- Wrap Front V Neckline
- Ruching At Waist
- Short Asymmetrical Hem
- Smooth, Stretchy Knit Fabric
- Curve-Hugging Fit
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0298
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $34.90
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Cut Out The Drama Midi Dress
Cut out all that drama and slay in this sultry midi dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline, tank-like shoulder straps, a center and side waist cut out with a horizontal bar accent, and a mid-length, form hugging fit. Dress is composed of a stretchy knit fabric with a pretty sheen.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0301
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Flirty Ruffle Mini Dress
With a flirty ruffle overlay, this mini tube dress is so sassy! It features a sleeveless strapless square neckline and a short, form hugging fit. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric with moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0247
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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In Love In Lace Crochet Dress
We are obsessed with crochet! This dress features a V neckline with a scalloped trim ande long sleeves that are sheer. The crochet bodice meets skirt high waist and is composed of a crepe material that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0106
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $16.97 $41.90
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Trisha Formal Sequin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the charm in our captivating Trisha dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, an unlined waistband and a curve hugging midi length silhouette. The all over filigree design is composed of twinkling sequins. Dress is composed of a semi-sheer mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
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: 05001-0218
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $56.90
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Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Glittering Mini Dress
Slip into something that glitters!
Fits & Features
- Straight Off-Shoulder Neckline
- Long Fitted Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Knit Material I Adorn In Glitter
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Amount Of Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0264
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
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Stunning And Chic Mini Dress
Sleek and stunning, this mini dress will make you oh so chic. It features a mock neck, shoulder padding, long fitted sleeves with short slits, a back zipper closure, a flattering high waist seam, and a curve hugging skirt with ruched detailing. The dress is composed of a knit fabric with sheen finish and a minimal stretch.
Sizes run small. Fit model recommends purchasing one size up.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0462
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Sweet Intentions Midi Dress
Sweeten up your look with this adorable midi! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a sweetheart neckline with padded cups and bust stitching, a square back with a zipper and hook and eye closure, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit with dual vertical seam detailing down the front. Garment is composed of a stretchy knit fabric.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0182
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
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What A Stunner Mini Dress
Classic and stunning, this mini dress is a perfect workwear option.
Fits & Features
- V Neckline
- Long Fitted Sleeves With Shoulder Padding
- Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Front High Waist Seam
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Ponte Knit Composition I Fully Lined
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0465
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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