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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Take Over Cut Out Midi Dress
Take control of the room in a midi dress that says it all! Featuring a square neckline, spaghetti straps, and a curve hugging fit. Dress is one piece, with a cut out detail below the chest. Skirt of the dress features a high slit at one side and a hem that hits right above the knee.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0184
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
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Effortlessly Sexy Mini Dress
Create an effortlessly sexy look with this stunning mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a slight V neckline with a sheer lace trim and inset under the bust, a square back with a zipper closure, and a short, form hugging fit with a sheer scalloped lace hem. Dress is composed of a satin-like fabric with moderate stretch.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0315
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $33.90
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Casual Cut Out Mini Dress
This cute and casual cut out mini is perf for your next day out. The dress features an off the shoulder elastic banded square neckline, short sleeves, a trendy front cut out at the waist, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a stretchy knit fabric with a knit lining.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0211
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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All That Shine Mini Dress
Shine bright this weekend with a mini dress that screams sexy!
Fits & Features
- Deep Wired V Neckline With Padding
- Skinny Spaghetti Straps That Cross & Lace Up At The Back
- Lined Knit Material With Damask Sequin Design
- Curve Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0187
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $45.90
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Sequin Darling Mini Dress
Strut your stuff in this sexy sequined bodycon dress.
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- V Wire Front I Padded Bust
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- Fully Lined, Mesh Composition I Sequin Embellishments Throughout
- Form 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: 05103-0199
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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Muriel Illusion Lace Crepe Dress
Special Occasion
Strategic paneling and ever-sultry lace make our Muriel dress a sophisticated standout for evening. She features long lace sleeves, a back zip, a sweetheart bodice with lightly padded, contrast-paneled bust and lace-trimmed waist, and a body con, midi-length slim skirt. Muriel is made from a woven crepe material with a touch of stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0225
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Stone Cold Mini Dress
Make them stare in this glitzy bodycon dress.
Fits & Features
- Mock Neckline
- Eyelet, Semi-Sheer Long Sleeves
- Zipper At Back
- Eyelet Fabric With Full Knit Lining I Gemstone Accents
- Bodycon Fit
- 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: 05103-0244
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $27.97 $69.90
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Rosabel Party Dress
Special Occasion
Get flirty in our Rosabel Party Dress! She has a one shoulder neckline, a thin strap that crosses over in the back, and a fitted bodice with a zipper closure. Her skirt meets high waist and flows out with the help of a partial tulle lining. She is composed of a satin-like material that offers moderate stretch with a relaxed fit.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0020
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $84.90
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Strappy Styles Midi Dress
Strappy and stylish, this midi dress will freshen up your wardrobe. It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a wrap front V neckline, an open back with bar strap details, and a mid-length, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric, offering moderate stretch, and includes a knit lining.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0278
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Don't You Want Me Dress
They're gonna want you AND your dress! This tank dress features adjustable shoulder straps with a back tie closure and ruched sides. It's structured with a bodycon fit and hits at the mid-thigh. Fully lined and made of a comfy, textured jersey knit fabric for dressing up or down.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0258
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $30.90
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Embellished Beauty Mini Dress
Strike a pose in this spotlight worthy mini! The dress features a high rounded neckline, long fitted sheer sleeves, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a sheer mesh fabric that offers plenty of stretch, includes a knit lining, and is embellished with studs in a beautiful intricate pattern. Zipper at back.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0265
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
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Simple And Stunning Midi Dress
Simply stunning is what you are in this trendy knit midi dress.
Fits & Features
- Bungee Spaghetti Straps
- Square Neckline
- Curve-Hugging Fit
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Soft Brushed Knit Composition | Fully Lined
- Offers Plenty Of Stretch
Hunter & Mauve: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Black: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0175
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.97 $28.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Over You Sleeveless Midi Dress
Show us who is boss in sleek midi! This mid length dress features a crew neckline, and a sleeveless bodice. Hem is tailored to a mid calf length, and dress is composed of a ponte material that offers moderate stretch. Throw on some heels and walk the walk!
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0189
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Spark A Convo Midi Dress
Be bold and daring in this off the moment midi dress. It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back, a wired notch V neckline with vertical seam detailing, a high waist seam, a ruched side detail, and a wrap front, asymmetrical hem. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric 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: 05103-0299
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
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Butterfly Babe Metallic Mini Dress
Sparkle and gleam like the social butterfly that you are with a magical Halloween costume! This mini dress features a sweetheart neckline, zipper closure at the back, and spaghetti straps that are adjustable and lead to a square back. The dress has a built in bra with padding and wire, a full lining, and a curve hugging fit. It is composed of a metallic pink glitter material that offers moderate stretch. Pair this mini with the matching accessories to create a magically inspired look!
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0295
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Bad Behavior Faux Leather Bodycon
Keep it wicked this Halloween in this tempting bodycon for a sultry Halloween costume! It features a plunging bustier bodice, padded cups, adjustable tank-like straps, vertical seams to create an hour-glass curve illusion and a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined faux patent leather fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Complete your sinfully-inspired look with the matching accessories!
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0274
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweetheart In Satin Mini Dress
You're such a sweetheart and always have the best style, so you'll love this trendy mini! The dress features short flowy ruffle sleeves, a sweetheart neckline with a ruched tie front, a low scoop back with a continued ruffle detail and a top tie back closure, a high waist seam, and a short mid-thigh length. The dress is composed of a smooth lightweight satin-like fabric with no stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0272
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $47.90
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Tied To Style Mini Dress
Make sure your look is totally tied to style with this adorable mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, tie shoulder spaghetti straps, a partial wrap front V neckline, vertical seam detailing down the bust, a square back, a high waist seam, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch and includes a knit lining.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0183
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
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Totally Textured Off Shoulder Dress
Go for body con with a fresh, textured twist in this streamlined mini! Dress has a curve-hugging cut and features an off-the-shoulder neckline, thigh-skimming rounded hem, and snaking lines of textured detail, lending it the illusion of horizontal crisscrossing. Dress is made from a lightweight woven material with moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0256
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $28.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Marisa Metallic Shimmer Party Dress
Special Occasion
Lend your going-out look a little sparkle when you don our dazzling Marisa dress! She features all-over glitter embellishment, a deep V front and back linked by short skinny straps, a seamed bodice with lightly padded bust, a back zip atop an A-line, inverted-pleat skirt with pockets at either hip. Skirt has a tulle-trimmed petticoat-style underlay for added volume. Marisa is made from a woven Lurex blend that changes color in the light and offers minimal stretch.
Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0102
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.97 $149.90
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Golden Glow Mini Dress
Get your glow on girl! Radiate golden hour in this perfect mini. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, an adorable tie front V neckline, a square back, a waist front cut out, a hidden side zipper and hook and eye closure, and a flowy skirt with a ruffle hem. The dress is composed of a lightweight woven fabric with a sheer skirt lining and has no stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0262
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
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Pretty & Posh Halter Party Dress
Too pretty, too posh! This dress features a contrasting bodice and and a skater design. It has a halter neck tie closure, a satin skirt and an open back. Fully lined with no stretch.
Model is 5'6.5" 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: 05001-0098
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.97 $139.90
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Knot Just Another Mini Dress
This sleek and sexy mini is not just another casual dress. It features long fitted sleeves, a plunging V neckline leading to a trendy knot front detail, a high waist with an elastic banded back, and a flowy wrap front short skirt. The dress is composed of a lightweight woven fabric with no stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0242
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Lust & Lace Mini Dress
Once they see you in this dress, they'll be lusting for you! This allover lace piece features thin shoulder straps that meet at a back sheer lace panel with an exposed zipper closure. It has a V neckline and padded chest for superior comfort and security. Dress is made of lace and features partial lining with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0041
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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