Short & Mini Dresses
Short and mini dresses deliver effortless style for any Fall invite. Go for curve-hugging bodycons or keep it flowy in chic A-line silhouettes—perfect for casual brunch plans, birthday GNOs, or dressy mixers. Fabrics like printed mesh, glittery sparkle, satin, and buttery jersey knit keep the lineup fresh, while rhinestones add a touch of glam. Flirty details come through in off-the-shoulder, cowl necklines, and halter designs, while florals, abstract swirls, cutouts, and hardware accents give each look a trendy edge.
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Short & Mini Dresses Built for Every Fall Plan
Make every moment a style statement with Windsor’s latest edit of short and mini dresses—designed to move with you from cozy brunches to starlit nights out. This season, lean into structured silhouettes, rich textures, and flattering fits that feel as good as they look.
Whether you're reaching for a ruffled skater mini or a sleek ruched bodycon, these dresses deliver effortless impact. Discover pieces in luxe satin, curve-hugging crepe, velvet, and soft mesh—each one tailored to elevate your cool-weather wardrobe with ease.
Trend-Forward Styles That Do It All
Slip into a knit mini dress for daytime polish or a strapless satin design when the lights go low. Mesh and embellished styles add texture and movement, while corset minis and wrap silhouettes bring structured charm. From coffee dates to holiday parties, these dresses adapt to every scene with refined versatility.
Seasonal Colors & Fabrics to Refresh Your Look
Explore trending hues like burgundy, emerald, and navy, or keep things timeless with classic black, ivory, and taupe. Luxe fabrics—velvet, satin, crepe, and ribbed knits—add warmth while bringing softness and structure to every step.
Pair yours with heeled booties and bold jewelry for an elevated finish, or go casual with sneakers and a faux leather jacket for a laid-back twist.
Dresses Made for Fall Highlights
Looking to shine? Discover short and mini dresses with glitter mesh, rhinestone trims, and lace-up backs—perfect for nights out, holiday dinners, and celebratory moments in style. For graduations or milestone events, our corset minis with flattering details and modern cuts are designed to make you unforgettable.
For a sleek and versatile staple, reach for a classic LBD or a chic asymmetric mini—easy to style, hard to ignore.
Polished to Playful—All in One Dress
Long-sleeve minis with belted waists bring polish to your day, while open-back bodycons and one-shoulder styles amp up the drama by night. Whether you're dressing up or dialing it back, Windsor’s short and mini dresses let you express your style with confidence.
Find your fit online, in-app, or at one of our 350+ Windsor stores and step into your next fall look with main character energy.
Are Short Dresses And Mini Dresses The Same?
Short dresses and mini dresses have similar silhouettes but are not always the same. Short dresses can vary in length and fit depending on your body shape and height. Both can have a hem that falls on the thigh, but above the knee like with a skater dress. Short dresses can also vary in dimension when designed with side or front drawstrings or ruffle ruching. Windsor mini dresses are usually the shorter style and come in sexy designs with front slits, asymmetrical hems, or open backs and stylish necklines. If you need to choose between a short dress or a mini dress, it’s best to consider the type of event and where the dress falls on your leg. These quick tips will help you be in style comfortably and get compliments on your keen fashion sense.
Can Short Dresses Be Formal?
Short dresses are typically seen as less formal, but with certain attributes and features, you can totally wear them to a special occasion. Sequin, beading, and heat stone embellishments elevate a short dress, as well as chic fabrics such as satin, velvet, glitter knit, chiffon, and taffeta. Party dresses and skater dresses should be explored for special occasions or events like graduations, 2025 Homecoming, or any wedding event from the rehearsal to the reception.
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Twirl-Worthy Satin Halter Skater Dress
This silky satin skater dress features a trendy V-neckline with a halter strap, an open back with an adorable tie-back bow design, and a short skater skirt with a flirty fit-and-flare silhouette. Get ready to be twirling all night in this perfect dress styled with rhinestone earrings and block heels.
Fit & Features
- Satin-knit fabric, knit bust lining, moderate stretch
- Deep V-neckline, halter strap
- Open back, tie-back bow design
- Pleated high waist
- Short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3665
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: SAGE
Available Size: XXS, XS, S, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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Frankie Corset Sequin Satin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
A sparkling sequin satin mini dress features a flattering scoop neckline and a corset bodice that snatches your waist along the bodycon silhouette. Perfect for the school dance or a party.
Show off your style in this standout dress. Feeling the short and chic vibe? Discover more fashion-forward short prom dresses or elevate your style with our formal dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sequin satin fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Scoop neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Corset bodice with flexible boning
- Bodycon mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2425
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Sleek Tonight Cowl Neck Halter Mini Dress
Turn heads tonight in this sleek knit mini dress! It features a cowl halter neckline with tie closure with a hidden bar trim that adds a touch of sultriness. Show off your figure with the bodycon silhouette, and make a daring statement with the open-back design accented by a bar trim. Complete the look with rhinestone earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl halter neckline, tie closure
- Hidden bar trim
- Open back, bar trim
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Smooth knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5438
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $34.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Chic Affair Ruched Bell Sleeve Bodycon Mini Dress
Make it a chic affair in this curve-hugging mini dress featuring a sweetheart neckline with an alluring bust seam outline and sheer mesh long fitted sleeves with ruched detailing and flared hems for added drama. Style with stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Lined knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Sweetheart neckline with bust seam outline, ruching
- Sheer mesh long fitted sleeves with flared hems, ruching
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5857
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $32.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S
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Aitana Lace-Up Bodycon Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
A sleeveless sequin dress boasts a square neckline and spaghetti straps that shape the lace-up back design. The bodycon mini-length fit perfectly flaunts your curves. Style with dressy heels.
Fit & Features
- Mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back
- Sequin scroll pattern
- Bodycon mini-length fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2340
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $54.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: S, M, L
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Sparks Fly Glitter Mesh Long Sleeve Mini Dress
Embrace your inner spark in this glitter mini dress to make an entrance! The sheer mesh fitted long sleeves with flare cuffs and slits, sweetheart neckline and padded bust add dazzle, while the sheer mesh back panel, bodycon silhouette, and mini-length hem give a daring boost of confidence. Complete the look with a mini handbag and heels for a cocktail party!
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fitted long sleeves, flare cuffs, slits
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bust
- Sheer mesh back panel
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Glitter crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Extra glitter for maximum sparkle - may have some natural fallout
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2635
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $46.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Best Seller
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Lizzy Ruffled Glitter Mesh Skater Dress
Special Occasion
The Lizzy glitter mesh party dress deserves to shine at your next event or birthday! The short-length dress offers plenty of chic details like a snatched corset-style bodice and a twirl-worthy tiered ruffled skater silhouette. Pair with a hair accessory and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer glitter mesh fabric with mesh and knit linings, minimal stretch
- Sweetheart neckline with padded bust
- Sheer ruched corset-style bodice, flexible boning inserts
- Tie-shoulder straps, back zipper with hook-eye closure
- High waist seam, tiered ruffled design
- Short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2416
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: SAGE
Available Size: 3, 5
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Sultry Vibes Sheer Lace Corset Skater Dress
Serve up sultry vibes in this chic skater dress designed with a sheer lace corset bodice and lined mesh skirt. The short dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a lined and padded bust, underwire and flexible boning for structure, a trendy V-shaped waist, and a flirty skater silhouette with an uneven hem and dainty lace trim.
Fit & Features
- Sheer lace bodice, sheer mesh skirt with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, lined and padded bust with underwire
- Corset bodice, flexible boning, back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- V-shaped waist
- Short uneven hem with lace trim, skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3653
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $52.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S
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Here To Stun Twist-Front Cutout Mini Dress
Step up your night-out vibe and stun in this smooth knit mini dress featuring a plunging V-neckline with a twist-front bust design and a sultry keyhole cutout at the waist. The bodycon silhouette will flaunt your gorgeous curves.
Fit & Features
- Double-lined smooth knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Plunge V-neckline, twist-front bust
- Keyhole waist cutout
- Long fitted sleeves
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5801
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $32.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: HUNTER
Available Size: XS, S, M
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Western Baddie Strapless Lace-Up Mini Dress
A faux leather mini dress features a flattering strapless neckline, a bodycon fit, and a cutout back with a lace-up design that turns heads at the rodeo. The dress is composed of a faux leather-lined fabric with western-inspired stitching.
Fit & Features
- Western-inspired stitching
- Faux leather fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Strapless
- Cutout back, lace-up design, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5936
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $23.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: CHARCOAL, IVORY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Sweet Status Floral Satin Corset Skater Dress
The short skater dress is made with a silky satin woven fabric detailed with a brocade floral pattern. The dainty ruffled trim on the strapless sweetheart neckline adds a sweet feminine touch, while the corset bodice snatches your waist, leading to a short fit-and-flare skater silhouette for the perfect coquette vibe. Style with lace-up heels for homecoming or a party.
Fit & Features
- Satin woven fabric with brocade floral pattern, stretchy knit lining
- Ruffled strapless sweetheart neckline, pleated and padded bust, no-slip strip
- Corset bodice with flexible boning, angled high waist seam
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Tiered skater skirt
- Fit-and-flare silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3490
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: XXS, XS, S, M, L
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Glittery Impression Strapless Tiered Ruffle Skater Dress
Leave a glittery impression and radiate glam beauty in this glitter knit skater dress featuring a fitted bodice with a strapless straight neckline and ruched side seams. The on-trend drop waist leads to an adorable tiered ruffled hem with a short skater silhouette. Perfect for homecoming or a dressy party!
Fit & Features
- Stretchy glitter knit fabric, top knit lining
- Strapless straight neckline
- Fitted bodice, ruched side seams
- Subtle drop waist
- Tiered ruffled hem
- Short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3496
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Glittery Beauty Flare Sleeve A-Line Mini Dress
Pretty with bold details, this glitter knit mini dress features long fitted sleeves with flared hems, a cutout back accent, and a short asymmetric hem with a flowy A-line silhouette for a sweet allure. Style with metallic heels for your formal party.
Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric with partial knit lining, plenty of stretch
- V-neckline
- Long fitted sleeves with flared hems
- Back cutout
- Front shirring
- Mini-length asymmetric hem, A-line fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3656
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: M
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Carter Lace-Up Sequin A-Line Party Dress
Special Occasion
A sequin satin party dress features a square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a lace-up back that attracts attention, and a flattering A-line short silhouette. Perfect for school dances, weddings, or parties.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sequin embellished satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line short silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2288
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: S
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Sparkling Perfection Rhinestone A-Line Mini Dress
A true showstopper of a mini dress perfect for adding a touch of sparkle to any occasion. The short-length rhinestone dress features a square neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps, while the A-line silhouette flatters your figure down to the uneven-cut hem. Complete the look in platform sandals for a dressy night out!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem, uneven cut design
- Rhinestone-embellished, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-6045
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE, WINE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Kaiya Strapless Bodycon Ruched Mesh Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The lined mesh mini dress features flexible boning at the bodice to add structure, all-over ruching to showcase your curves, and a front draped design leading to a train that cascades down the side for a flowy chic accent. The short bodycon silhouette will flaunt your gorgeous figure. Style with stiletto heels for your next formal party.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Strapless straight neckline, no-slip strip flexible boning at bodice
- Ruching
- Front draped design, long flowy side train
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1948
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $39.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Brandy Sleeveless Lace Satin Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
This sleeveless mini dress features a stunning sheer lace sequin corset bodice and a bodycon silhouette. Perfect for the school dance or a dressy party.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Sheer lace sequin corset bodice, flexible boning
- Front slit with lace sequin insert
- Bodycon mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2377
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: HUNTER, WINE
Available Size: M, L
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Leyla Sequin Strappy Back Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The Leyla sequin mini dress is crafted with gorgeous iridescent sequin embroidery on the partially lined mesh fabric. It features spaghetti straps leading to an open back with a lace-up strappy design for a customized fit, a sheer waist insert with flexible boning to provide structure, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette. Style with metallic heels for prom or a formal party!
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with partial knit lining, moderate stretch
- Iridescent sequin embroidered scroll pattern
- V-neckline with padded bust, spaghetti straps
- Open back, lace-up strappy design, hidden back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Sheer waist insert, flexible boning
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2326
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $64.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Iconic Energy Sequin Mini Corset Dress
Radiate iconic energy all night in this stunning sequin mini corset dress! The breathable sheer mesh fabric is embroidered with all-over clear sequins for a gorgeous glam vibe and includes a full-length knit lining for coverage. The short dress features a sleeveless V-neckline with a built-in padded bust, a chic corset bodice with flexible boning for structure, adjustable spaghetti straps leading to a secure back zipper closure, and a bodycon silhouette to flaunt your curves. Complete the look with stiletto heels.
Sequins bring the perfect mix of elegance and fun. Want more options? Shine in a sparkling sequin prom dress or make an entrance in our glamorous party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh with knit lining
- Clear sequin embroidery
- V-neckline, padded bust
- Corset bodice, flexible boning
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper with hook and eye closure
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5601
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $54.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NUDE
Available Size: XS, M, L
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Glam Affair Cold-Shoulder Glitter Mesh Mini Dress
Make your night out a glam affair in this gorgeous glitter mesh mini dress! Designed with sheer glitter mesh fabric with a full-length knit lining, this dress offers a glitzy vibe and plenty of stretch. The bodice is shaped with a cold-shoulder square neckline with spaghetti straps, a draped bust overlay for a feminine flair, and short-sleeved cuffs. The ruched detailing down the side seams will accentuate your stunning curves along the bodycon silhouette. Style this mini-length dress with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sheer glitter mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Cold-shoulder square neckline, spaghetti straps
- Draped bust overlay, short-sleeved cuffs
- Ruched side seams
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5762
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $42.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Admiring Glances Long Sleeve Ponte Mini Dress
Catch admiring glances dancing in this ponte mini dress perfect for brides, birthday girls, or graduates! The sheer chiffon peasant sleeves add a touch of elegance, while the square neckline with pleating keeps it playful. Flexible boning ensures a perfect bodycon fit, and the mini-length hem is perfect for showing off your legs! Complete the look with earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Ponte knit fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Square neckline with pleating
- Flexible boning
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5738
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $42.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Cassie Corset Floral Jacquard Party Skater Dress
Special Occasion
Conversations will light up the room when you enter wearing the Cassie corset party skater dress! With a surplice sweetheart neckline and corset trim bodice, this dress will provide the perfect fit and shape while the hidden side pockets are perfect for holding your phone or lip gloss.
Fit & Features
- Floral jacquard pattern with metallic threading
- Woven fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Wide shoulder straps, padded bra cups
- Hidden side pockets
- Skater silhouette, short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, birthdays, graduations, day events, semi-formal weddings, garden parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2650
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $99.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: LIGHT, BLUE
Available Size: S, L
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Ain't It Cute Sweetheart Ruffled Skater Romper
Any day spent in this sleeveless skater romper will be absolutely cute! With delicate shoulder straps and a flattering sweetheart neckline, this romper features a corset-inspired bodice and drop V-waist seam for an irresistible skater and ruffled mini-length silhouette. Complete the look with simple hoop earrings for any plans!
Fit & Features
- Textured knit fabric, stretchy knit shorts lining
- Shoulder straps
- Sweetheart neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Skater silhouette
- Ruffled mini-length
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06503-1173
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BROWN
Available Size: S, M, L
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Here Comes The Sun Strapless Ruffled Mini Dress
Here comes the sun and you radiating trendy vibes in this strapless mini dress perf for casual plans! The ruched sides and ruffled hem add a playful touch to the bodycon silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Double-lined brushed knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Strapless straight neckline
- Ruched side seams
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length tiered ruffled hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000242
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $32.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BROWN
Available Size: XS, M, L