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.
HomeShort & Mini Dresses
Short & Mini Dresses
Product Recommendations
STYLE SPOTLIGHT
Discover Wedding Dresses From Windsor!
Capture On-Trend Sweater Dresses
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.
-
Stylish Flair Floral Velvet Burnout Ruffled Mini Dress
Bring the stylish flair in this lined mesh mini dress accented with a floral velvet burnout pattern for a pretty look. It features a strapless straight-across neckline with a front bow trim, an adorable short ruffled hem, and a flirty A-line silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining
- Velvet burnout floral pattern
- Strapless straight neckline, front bow trim detail
- Back zipper closure
- Mini-length ruffled hem
- A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3694
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Fierce Style Zebra Print Mesh Halter Mini Dress
Serve fierce style in this curve-hugging mini dress designed with lined mesh fabric with a bold zebra print pattern. It features a sleeveless halter V-neckline, a sultry open back, ruched side seams, and a short bodycon silhouette to show off your stunning figure.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Zebra print
- V-neckline with halter strap
- Open back
- Ruched side seams
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5918
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Ayden Long Sleeve Velvet Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The Ayden velvet mini dress features a sequin scroll pattern, a square neckline, long fitted sleeves, and an open lace-up strappy back design with a lower back cutout. Complete your formal outfit with glitter rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric with knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sequin embroidered scroll pattern
- Square neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Open lace-up strappy back design, lower back cutout, zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2534
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Icon Behavior Glitter Knit Bell Sleeve Mini Dress
Showcase icon behavior in this gorgeous mini dress designed with a glitter knit fabric for a chic sheen. It features a plunging cowl neckline with a bar strap detail, long bell sleeves, and a short bodycon silhouette to highlight your stunning curves.
Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Plunge cowl neckline, bar strap detail
- Long bell sleeves
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5877
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Glam Unleashed Leopard Print Mini Dress
Unleash your style instincts with a mini dress that features a bold leopard print, a sweetheart neckline with a pleated bust, sheer long sleeves with a ruffled cuff, ruching throughout, and a keyhole cutout at the back. Complete the look with strappy stilettos for a bold date night outfit.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabrication, sewn-in knit lining
- Sweetheart neckline, pleated underwire bust
- Sheer unlined long sleeves, ruffled cuff
- Leopard print
- Ruching, bodycon silhouette
- Keyhole cutout at the back with tie closure
- Mini length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5947
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Gorgeous Sheen Sequin Lace Bow Back Mini Dress
This head-turning mini dress is crafted with sheer lace fabric with a nude-tone lining for chic contrast and all-over sequin embroidery for a gorgeous sheen. It features a strapless straight-across neckline, a lower back bow for an adorable accent, and a short bodycon silhouette to showcase your curves.
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 lace fabric with nude-tone lining
- All-over sequin embroidery
- Strapless straight neckline
- Lower back bow accent
- Back zipper closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3631
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $26.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Glam Girl Era Metallic A-Line Mini Dress
Enter your glam girl era in this iconic mini dress designed with a metallic knit fabric for a stunning sheen. It features a strapless straight-across neckline with a pleated bust, ruched detailing to accentuate your curves, and a short A-line silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Metallic knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless straight neckline, pleated bust
- Ruching
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5945
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $33.90
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Serving Allure Halter Ruched Mesh Mini Dress
Serve an alluring silhouette in this curve-hugging mini dress designed with lined mesh fabric offering plenty of stretch. It features a sleeveless plunging V-neckline with a halter strap, a ruched wrap-front design, and a short bodycon fit to flaunt your stunning figure.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Plunge V-neckline, halter strap
- Partially open back
- Ruched wrap-front design
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5848
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $11.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Meriah Floral Applique Satin Strapless Mini Dress
Special Occasion
You'll be a chic stunner in the Meriah formal mini dress designed with sleek satin knit fabric and a sheer tulle floral applique across the bodice and at the hem for luxe look. It features a strapless straight neckline and a short bodycon silhouette to highlight your curves.
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 knit fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Strapless straight neckline, flexible boning
- Sheer tulle floral applique across the bodice and at the hem, rhinestone embellishments
- High waist seam
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Short front slit, mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2539
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Adorable Moment Drop Waist Bubble Hem Mini Dress
Create an adorable style moment in this flirty mini dress with a strapless straight-across neckline, an on-trend drop waist design, and a short pleated bubble hem with an A-line silhouette. Pair with stiletto heels for a party!
Fit & Features
- Scuba knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Strapless straight neckline
- Back zipper closure
- Drop waist
- Mini-length pleated bubble hem
- A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3854
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Adorable Stunner Strapless A-Line Mini Dress
You'll be an adorable stunner in this mini dress designed with crepe fabric with a contrast color block outline for a chic look. It features a strapless straight-across neckline, a high waist seam, and a short A-line silhouette to add that flirty flair.
Fit & Features
- Crepe fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Contrast color block outline
- Strapless straight neckline
- High waist seam
- Back zipper closure
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3801
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
All About The Glitz Glitter Mesh Long Sleeve Mini Dress
You're all about that glitz and glamour, so this glitter mesh mini dress is perf for your next night out. It features a sweetheart neckline, sheer long fitted sleeves, ruched seams to accentuate your curves, and a short bodycon silhouette to flaunt your stunning figure.
Fit & Features
- Sheer glitter mesh fabric with partial knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Sweetheart neckline
- Sheer long fitted sleeves
- Ruched side and back seams
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5851
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Major Icon Latex Faux Leather Bodycon Mini Dress
Serve a sultry silhouette in this iconic mini dress designed with sleek latex faux leather material. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a padded bust for support, a bust and corset seam outline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, and a short bodycon silhouette to showcase your stunning curves.
Fit & Features
- Latex faux leather fabric with knit lining at bust, minimal stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bust, bust seam outline
- Corset seam design
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5271
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Lottie Ruched Tulle Corset Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Flirt up the party scene in the Lottie formal mini dress designed with lined mesh and tulle fabric for an adorably chic look. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a corset bodice for that snatched silhouette, and an asymmetric seam leading to a short flared hem so you can twirl all night long.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh and tulle fabric with lining
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Corset bodice, back zipper hook-eye closure
- Ruched form-hugging fit
- Asymmetric seam, mini-length flared hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2381
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Serve Sultry Style Strapless Cutout Mini Dress
Serve sultry style your next night out in this iconic mini dress featuring a strapless straight neckline, alluring bust cutouts with sleek O-ring accents, and a short bodycon silhouette to flaunt your figure. Complete the look with stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Smooth scuba knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Strapless straight neckline
- Three cutouts at the bust with metal O-ring accents
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5995
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Holly Floral Jacquard Bubble Hem Skater Dress
Special Occasion
Create an enchantingly chic party look in the Holly formal skater dress crafted with embroidered floral jacquard fabric with metallic thread detailing that will garner all the compliments. It features a sleeveless square neckline with tank straps, a snatched corset bodice, and a short pleated skater silhouette with an adorable bubble hem.
Fit & Features
- Embroidered floral jacquard fabric with metallic thread detailing
- Square neckline, ruched bust
- Ruched tank shoulder straps
- Corset bodice, angled high waist seam, back zipper closure
- Short pleated skater silhouette
- Bubble hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2562
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
In The Knit Cable Sweater Dress
A fashionista like you needs to set the trends! Step it up this season in this staple cable knit sweater dress featuring a ribbed mock neck and long sleeves, a bodycon silhouette, and a short-length hem. Style with knee-high boots and a jacket to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Ribbed mock neck and long sleeves
- Bodycon silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Cable knit design
- Moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1564
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Glowing Icon Metallic Halter Mini Dress
Glow like a true icon in a metallic mini-dress that brings the shine! The dress features an abstract pattern, a plunging halter neckline with draping at the bust, a mini bar accent at the center of the bust, a bold open-back design, and halter neck ties for a secure fit. Complete the look with clear heels for the perfect date night outfit.
Fit & Features
- Metallic knit fabrication
- Abstract print
- Halter neckline, draped cowl bust
- Halter neck ties
- Open back
- Mini length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5648
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Chrome Chic Metallic Ruched Halter Mini Dress
Step into the spotlight in a mini dress that brings the shine! The dress features a luxe metallic knit fabrication, a mock halter neckline, and ruching. Complete look with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Metallic knit fabrication, stretchy knit lining
- Mock halter neckline, button closures
- Ruching
- Short length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5938
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Textured Glam Cable Knit Cutout Mini Dress
Stay trendy in a textured mini dress that features a mock neck with cutout at the bust, long sleeves, a cozy cable knit pattern, and a mini length hem. Complete look with ankle booties.
Fit & Features
- Cable knit fabrication
- Mock neck, cutout at the bust
- Long sleeves
- Mini length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-2094
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $17.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
-
Casual Perfection Long Sleeve Knit Mini Dress
This ribbed knit mini dress will create perfect casual 'fits! It features a square neckline, long fitted bell sleeves with cute flared-out hems, and a mini-length, form-hugging silhouette. The lined knit fabric offers plenty of stretch for comfortable wear. Style with knee-high boots.
Fit & Features
- Ribbed knit fabric, knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Square neckline
- Long fitted bell sleeves, flared hems
- Form-hugging fit
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5889
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Kitana V-Neck Lace-Up Sequin Formal Dress
Special Occasion
Illuminate the night in the Kitana sequin formal dress crafted with lined mesh fabric embroidered with iridescent sequins in a stunning abstract swirl pattern. It features a sleeveless V-neckline with a padded bust for support, spaghetti straps leading to a bold open back with a cross-back lace-up strappy design, and a short bodycon silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Iridescent sequin embroidery, abstract swirl pattern
- V-neckline with padded bust
- Spaghetti straps, open back, cross-back lace-up strappy design with tie closure
- Lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2346
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
-
Wrap Star Cutout Mini Dress
Made for going out, rooftop parties, and jaw drops. Designed with a bold chest cutout and dramatic waist sash, this mini brings full it-girl energy to every RSVP.
Fit & Features
- Slinky knit fabric with sheen, stretchy knit lining
- Cutout crew neckline
- Tie waist sash
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000092
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $39.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: GOLD, SILVER
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
-
Cailin Velvet Open Back And Bow Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The short velvet dress features a high round neckline, and a bold open back accented with cross-straps that lead to a large bow design. Complete look with rhinestone clutch that will have you ready for a holiday 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
- Velvet fabrication, stretchy knit lining
- High round neckline
- Open back with large bow accent
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Mini length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2508
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free