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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Sassy Sweet Floral Chiffon Ruffled Skater Dress
Sassy and sweet, this floral chiffon skater dress will be your new brunch go-to! The strapless smocked bodice and ruffled skater silhouette are feminine details you'll adore.
Fit & Features
- Chiffon fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Small floral print
- Strapless straight neckline
- Smocked bodice
- High waist seam
- Tiered ruffled design, short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5967
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: IVORY
Available Size: L
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Gorgeous Energy Lace Skort Bubble Romper
You'll radiate gorgeous energy in this lace skort romper with a sleek sleeveless silhouette and bubble hem. Perfect for shower celebrations, graduates, or birthday babes!
Fit & Features
- Lace-lined fabric
- Square neckline
- Wide shoulder straps
- Fitted bodice
- Bubble hem skirt overlay, shorts lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06503-000033
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $44.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Camille Beaded Sequin Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Start the party when you walk in wearing the Camille bodycon mini dress! Crafted from a beaded sequin mesh fabric, this dress brings the sass with a strapless neckline and a ruffled side sash.
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 beaded mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless neckline, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Ruffled side sash
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, bachelorettes, birthday parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2624
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $84.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Girly Gingham Print Ruffled Mini Dress
You love all things girly, so this adorable gingham print mini dress is perfect for you. The all-over smocked design adds stretch, while the ruffled neck and hem bring the cutesy vibe.
Fit & Features
- Smocked cotton fabric, high stretch
- Gingham print
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, ruffled trim, small bow detail
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Mini-length ruffled hem
- Form-hugging fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000163
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: GREEN
Available Size: S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Forever Dreaming Strapless Cutout Ruffle Mini Dress
Take a trip downtown or somewhere new in this strapless abstract print dress! With a cutout back, form-hugging fit, and ruffled mini hem, it's the ultimate look for summer.
Fit & Features
- Abstract print, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless neckline
- Cutout back
- Form-hugging fit
- Ruffled mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000110
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BROWN
Available Size: XS, S, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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So Effortless Tie-Front Ruffled Skater Dress
Make your weekend outfits so effortless with this adorable tie-front skater dress. The lightweight gauze fabric paired with the ruffled skater silhouette creates that breezy, flowy fit you'll love.
Fit & Features
- Gauze woven fabric with smooth woven fabric, no stretch
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded bust, bust tie accent, keyhole cutout
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Partially smocked back
- High waist seam
- Short skater silhouette, tiered ruffled design
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-6028
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: OLIVE
Available Size: S, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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Sweet Look Eyelet Knit Skater Dress
Capture hearts with your sweet look in this airy eyelet knit skater dress. You'll adore the flowy feel of the fit-and-flare silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Eyelet knit fabric with knit lining
- Sleeveless square neckline, underbust seam
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Skater silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-6001
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Girl Short Sleeve Bodycon Slit Mini Dress
Enter a chic girl era in this sultry LBD designed in a flattering bodycon silhouette that flaunts your curves and a flirty front slit along the mini-length hem.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit stretchy fabric
- Short sleeves
- Square neck
- Bodycon silhouette
- Front slit accent
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5961
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Darling Sweetheart Satin Skater Dress
Breeze into the party looking like a chic darling in this satin mini dress, which boasts a flattering sweetheart neckline and short skater silhouette perfect for twirling! Complete the look with earrings and lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Silky satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Sweetheart neckline
- Wide shoulder straps
- Skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3799
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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In The Cards Halter Skater Mini Dress
No matter the plans, this halter skater mini dress will have you looking fabulous!
Fit & Features
- Stretchy rib knit fabric
- Halter neckline
- Skater silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-2265
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $36.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK, BROWN, RED, WHITE, DENIM
Available Size: S, M, L, XS
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Cute Composure Tie-Waist Floral Ruffled Romper
Stroll into the party or brunch in this cute floral romper designed with a tie-waist and ruffled hem that gives you the cutest composure!
Fit & Features
- Floral print, woven fabric
- Strapless neckline
- Tie-waist
- Ruffled shorts hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06403-1092
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $21.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Always Sweet Ruffled Eyelet Lace Mini Dress
Make your sweet impression in this eyelet lace mini dress detailed with ruffled straps and an adorable ruched neckline. The form-hugging fit will highlight your stunning curves.
Fit & Features
- Eyelet lace fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Sweetheart neckline, ruching
- Ruffled straps
- Mini-length form-hugging silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-6002
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Spring Forward Strappy Back Skater Dress
Spring forward in the cutest skater dress showcasing a head-turning strappy tie-back and a flattering ruffled mini-length hem that'll swoon everyone!
Fit & Features
- Woven fabric with woven lining
- Square neckline with bust tie
- Spaghetti straps
- Strappy tie-back design
- Skater silhouette
- Ruffled mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3684
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE
Available Size: L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Simply Sunny Eyelet Knit Mini Skater Dress
This adorable mini skater dress is perfect for sunny weekend plans. Made with a breezy eyelet knit fabric, you'll love the flirty tie-back detail and fit-and-flare ruffled silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Eyelet knit fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Scoop neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Tie-back detail, lower open back
- Short skater silhouette, tiered ruffled hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-6000
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE
Available Size: XS, S, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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Simply Cute Tie-Front Pleated Mini Dress
With just the snap of a finger you'll look simply cute in this tie-front pleated mini dress designed to make a statement!
Fit & Features
- Woven fabric, woven lining
- Square neckline with dual tie-front
- Spaghetti strap ties, side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Drop waist seam
- Fitted silhouette
- Pleated mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000119
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $24.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Spring Fling V-Neck Paisley Skater Dress
Swing into spring in this paisley skater dress for an adorable look all season! With a flirty halter V-neck and a flowy mini-length hem, this dress is ready for brunch or day dates.
Fit & Features
- Paisley print, chiffon fabric, woven lining
- Halter V-neck
- Spaghetti strap ties with tassels
- Stretchy smocked bodice
- Skater silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5994
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: TAUPE
Available Size: S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Audrey Strapless Taffeta Skater Dress
Special Occasion
Always make a classy entrance in the Audrey formal party dress at semi-formal and dressy events. The short dress showcases a strapless sweetheart neckline leading to a fitted bodice with a chic drop waist seam while the skater silhouette flatters your figure. Complete the look with earrings and block heels.
This dress brings the fun and the fashion. If you love a bold, playful look, explore our stylish short prom dresses or make an entrance in our stunning short wedding guest dresses in short and mini lengths.
Fit & Features
- Taffeta woven fabric
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Back zipper closure
- Drop waist seam
- Skater silhouette, short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2579
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: S, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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Emma Faux Pearl Beaded Long Sleeve Bodycon Dress
Special Occasion
The bodycon dress features a plunging sweetheart neckline, sheer long sleeves, faux pearl accents, beaded accents, and a short wrap-styled silhouette. Complete formal outfit with rhinestone block heels.
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
- Lined mesh fabrication
- Plunging sweetheart neckline
- Sheer long sleeves
- Faux pearls
- Beaded accents
- Short wrap hem
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2545
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Season Of Splendor Long Sleeve Velvet Mini Dress
It's the season of splendor with this velvet mini dress in your lineup! It features a trendy sweetheart neckline with a bust tie, flare long sleeves and a sultry bodycon silhouette. Style the dress with earrings.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Sweetheart neckline with bust tie
- Flare long sleeves
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3718
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE
Available Size: XS, S, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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Bold Vibe Floral Print Strapless Bodycon Mini Dress
Look gorgeous at your getaway and show off a bold vibe in this knit mini dress designed with a large floral print to turn heads. It features a strapless straight-across neckline and a short bodycon silhouette to hug your curves.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Large floral print
- Strapless straight neckline, no-slip strip
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000193
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLUE
Available Size: XS
Product Badge:- Sale
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Adina Velvet Long Sleeve Open Back Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The velvet mini dress features a crew neckline with a twist accent, a cutout above the bust, an open lower back design, long fitted sleeves, and a chic side slit at the mini-length hem. Complete your formal outfit with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Crew neckline with twist accent, cutout at the bust
- Open lower back
- Long fitted sleeves
- Mini-length hem with side slit
- Bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2410
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M
Product Badge:- Sale
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Talia Pearl Mesh Cold-Shoulder Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The Talia mini dress is designed with airy sheer mesh fabric with a partial knit lining and all-over mini faux pearl embroidery for a luxe sheen. The short dress features a feminine sweetheart neckline with a cowl draped overlay, a cold-shoulder design with adjustable spaghetti straps and long fitted sleeves, and ruched seams to flaunt your stunning curves. Style with stiletto heels for your dressy affair!
This dress brings the fun and the fashion. If you love a bold, playful look, explore our stylish short prom dresses or make an entrance in our stunning short wedding guest dresses in short and mini lengths.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with partial knit lining, plenty of stretch
- All-over tonal faux pearl embroidery
- Sweetheart neckline with cowl draped overlay, padded bust
- Cold-shoulder design, adjustable spaghetti straps, sheer long fitted sleeves, draped off-shoulder design
- Ruched side and back seams, back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2491
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BURGUNDY, IVORY
Available Size: S, XS
Product Badge:- Sale
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Spotlight Shine Long Sleeve Velvet Glitter Mini Dress
The velvet glitter mini dress features a one-shoulder neckline, a long balloon sleeve, and a wrap-around waist cutout. Complete night out outfit with a sleek rhinestone clutch.
Fit & Features
- Lined velvet glitter fabrication
- One-shoulder neckline
- Long balloon sleeve
- Wrap-around waist cutout
- Mini length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5865
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S
Product Badge:- Sale
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Effortless Vibe Ribbed Knit Long Sleeve Mini Dress
The ribbed knit dress features a scoop neckline with tank-shoulder straps, a faux topper accent with long sleeves, and a mini-length hem. Complete the look with ankle booties.
Fit & Features
- Ribbed knit fabrication
- Scoop neckline
- Tank shoulder straps
- Faux topper detail
- Long sleeves
- Mini length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-2162
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $21.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BROWN
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale