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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Sequin Shine Skater Dress
Bring the shine in this shimmering skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps, a built in no slip strip, padded cups and a flared mini length skater silhouette. The all over gleaming sequins are set in a scroll print pattern. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a relaxed fit.
Model is 5'9" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 35.5 hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8483
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitter Queen Skater Dress
Yes queen, you'll be quite the stunner in this glitter knit skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a square back, a wired V neckline, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. The glitter knit fabric offers moderate stretch. Glitter may transfer.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0137
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Still Got Knit Mini Dress
Girl flaunt it out in this sexy mini! It features a sleeveless bodice, a scoop neckline, tank-like straps and a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of ribbed knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Pair with matching duster to create a Fall-inspired look!
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0287
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $21.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitter Mesh Mini Dress
Glimmer and shimmer with so much flair in this mesh mini.
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps
- Square Neck & Back
- Ruched Side Detailing
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Glitter Mesh Sheer Fabric With Knit Lining
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0310
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Wrap Me In Satin Dress
We are all about a wrap dress! This dress features a V neckline and quarter sleeves that offer a little puff at the shoulder. Bodice is fitted and meets skirt with a tie waist closure. Skirt of this dress is A line with a ruffled hemline, and dress is composed of a satin material that offers a lightweight feel with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0258
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glowing Glitter Mini Dress
Radiate a glowing look in this glam mini dress! It features an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust, a built in no slip strip and a mini length silhouette with an asymmetrical hem. Dress is composed of a luxe glitter 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: 05101-0202
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweetheart In Satin Mini Dress
Be a total sweetheart in gorgeous satin with this adorable mini dress. It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a square back, a wrap front with ruched detailing, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a satin-like fabric, offering moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0368
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Major Babe Mini Dress
You'll be a major babe in this alluring mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a scoop neckline with a ruched and padded bust, a square back, and a short, curve hugging fit. Garment is composed of a stretchy knit fabric for comfortable wear.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0361
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Bring Knit On Midi Dress
Bring on the style with this trendy basic knit midi! The dress features a mock neckline, long fitted sleeves, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit. Garment is composed of a brushed knit fabric with a knit lining, offering 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: 05102-0178
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Fall For Floral Skater Dress
Fall for floral this season with this undeniably adorable skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a dual cross back, a plunging wired V neckline, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. Dress is composed of a knit fabric and showcases a flocked floral pattern of velvet against the knit background.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0109
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Add Some Flair Skater Dress
Add some flair to your style with this adorable lace skater dress! It features an off the shoulder neckline with a sheer lace overlay, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt with a high low hem. The dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a full knit lining and has moderate stretch.
*Also available in Plus.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0039
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $47.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Keepin' Knit Basic Midi Dress
Sometimes keeping it basic is the best way to go! This knit midi dress features a sleeveless bodice, tank-like shoulder straps, a scoop neck and back, a side slit, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a stretchy knit fabric.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0268
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $20.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitter Glam High Low 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: 05101-8490
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Classic Glam Mini Dress
Add a touch of classic glam to your look with this chic mini dress. It features an off the shoulder square neckline, short sleeves, a front waist cut out with a scalloped hem, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a sheer glitter lace fabric with a knit lining. Glitter may transfer.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0213
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Fall Into Floral Mini Dress
Fall in love with floral in this mini dress that is oh so chic. It features a mock neckline, long sheer sleeves with elastic banded cuffs, and a stretchy smocked body with a short hem. Dress offers a form hugging fit. Zipper not included.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0342
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic And Spotted Mini Dress
Get a chic and spotted look in this adorable trendy little mini! The dress features an off the shoulder neckline with short cuffed sleeves with ruffle trim detailing, a front keyhole cut out with a tie closure, a stretchy smocked back, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a lightweight woven fabric with a cute all over animal print.
Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0342
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $48.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Visions Of Velvet Mini Dress
We are having visions of velvet this season and this mini dress says it all! Pair with some sexy heels and take on the night like the vision that you are.
Fits & Features
- V Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Dual Cut Out Designs At The Midriff
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Velvet Composition
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Burgundy: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Sapphire: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0190
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Casual Vibes Knit Midi Dress
Get those casual cute vibes in this adorable knit midi! The dress features a V neckline, short sleeves, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit. The ribbed knit fabric offers 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: 05102-0315
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $28.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Mesh Muse Midi Dress
Be a total muse in mesh with this sexy midi! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a rounded neckline, a square back with a zipper and hook and eye closure, ruched detailing along each side, and a mid-length, flattering curve hugging fit. The garment is composed of a sheer mesh with a knit lining and features a sultry back slit.
Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0270
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Charm Them All Midi Dress
Charm them all in this casual yet so cute printed midi! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a rounded neckline, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a knit fabric with plenty of stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 35.5 hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0252
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $24.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitter Babe Mini Dress
This glitter knit mini dress is so perf for you babe! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to triple bar back detailing, a V neckline, a high waist seam, and a short, curve hugging fit. The glitter knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Glitter may transfer.
Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0316
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Midnight Drama Mini Dress
Bring the drama at the stroke of midnight in this alluring mini dress.
Fits & Features
- Crew Neckline
- Long Sleeves
- Draped, Cowl Back With Cross Strap Detail
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Textured, Glitter Knit Fabric
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8646
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tatianna Floral Gown
Special Occasion
Make it special in the Tatianna gown! She features a straight neckline, padded cups, off shoulder sleeves, and a zipper closure at the back. Bodice is fitted and comosed of a nylon material that offers moderate stretch. Bodice meets skirt high waist with a ribbon accent and flows out with an A-line design. Dress has a mini skirt lining and skirt is composed of a taffeta material that showcases a floral pattern and a sheen finish. Best of all dress includes pockets!
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0233
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Hot Commodity Mini Dress
You'll be quite the hot commodity in this stunning mini. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, buckle detail shoulder straps, a bustier style top with padded cups, a square back with a zipper closure, vertical seam detailing running down the front, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a smooth satin-like 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: 05103-0293
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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