Short Cocktail Dresses
Elevate your night out look in these gorgeous short cocktail dresses. Perfect for semi-formal weddings, birthday soirees, or a romantic date night, these mini dresses come in classic black, bold red, flirty pink, and timeless white. Choose from bodycon to A-line or drop waist silhouettes, with luxe fabrics like satin, sequins, and glitter mesh. Details like corset bodices, strapless, and off-the-shoulder necklines make these dresses your go-to for a stylish evening out.
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Make a bold statement at your next event with Windsor’s short cocktail dresses to show off a chic, playful look. Whether you're attending a holiday gathering or a night out, our mini and short cocktail dresses are designed to turn heads while keeping your style fresh and fun.
For those who love a fitted silhouette, our tight or fitted mini dresses in a bodycon silhouette are the perfect option. These dresses hug your curves, ensuring you’ll stand out at any party. If you’re looking for something more festive, our glitter and sequin cocktail styles add sparkle and shine to your outfit, ideal for ringing in the holiday season in style.
For a more elevated touch, explore short velvet dresses that offer warmth and sophistication, making them a great choice for fall and winter events. With a variety of necklines and sleeve styles, Windsor’s cocktail dresses offer something for everyone, ensuring you’ll look stunning at your next event.
Is a short dress appropriate for a cocktail party?
Yes, short cocktail dresses can work for cocktail events, especially when styled with festive accessories. Pair them with bold heels and a statement coat to stay warm and stylish. Styles with a mini-length may be extra short so try silhouettes like a skater, asymmetrical, or a dress romper if you are concerned with length.
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Leila Sequin Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Shine bright and sparkle up the night in the gorgeous Leila mini dress. She features a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, an alluring open back with a lace-up strappy design for a customized fit, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features sequin embroidery in a chic scroll pattern. Style this dress with gemstone earrings.
Shop Long Version: Kailani Formal Sequin Slit Mermaid Dress
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Open back, lace-up strappy design, tie closure
- High waist seam, lower back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1079
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: ROYAL, PINK, SAGE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Best Seller
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Late Night Fantasy Dress
Live your wildest dreams in this dress! Bring the wow factor to your date-night outfit in this flirty skater dress. The dress features a flattering v-neckline, spaghetti straps that offer support, sheer lace back detail with a lower back keyhole to show off a hint of skin and a flowy skater silhouette with double-tiered hem. The dress is composed of a form-hugging ponte knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Complete your impressive look with rhinestone duster earrings and sleek stiletto heels.
Fits & Features
- V neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Sheer lace back with zipper
- Exposed lower back
- Wide waistband
- Flowy skirt with a double-tiered hem
- Ponte knit composition, moderate stretch
Black Dress: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Ivory Dress: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Burgundy & Red Dress: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Navy Dress: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Mauve Dress: Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
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Style Number/Barcode: 05101-7048
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $47.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Take It Up A Notch Ruched Mini Dress
Take your sultry style up a notch with this ruched mini dress! You'll be sure to turn heads in this little number with its sweetheart neckline, pretty lace detailing, and mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette. Pair with some heels and statement earrings for a gorgeous night-out look.
Fit & Features
- Spaghetti straps with sheer lace detailing
- Sweetheart neckline, built-in padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Caged seam detailing at the waist
- Ruching, bodycon fit, short-length hem
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4376
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Brynlee Sequin Embroidered Bodycon Dress
Special Occasion
Show up and stun this formal season in the gorgeous Brynlee bodycon mini dress! She features a sleeveless square neckline, a built-in padded bust, halter spaghetti straps, an open back with a lace-up design for a customized fit, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features all-over sequin embroidery in an intricate scroll pattern. Style the formal mini dress with clear heels for a night to remember.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, square neckline
- Built-in padded bust, no bra required
- Halter spaghetti straps, back button closure
- Open back, lace-up design, zipper closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Sequin scroll embroidery, mesh fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2267
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: YELLOW, SAGE, BLACK
Available Size: L, XS, S, M
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Karina Formal Sequin Cross-Back Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Stun in the Karina sequin mini dress that brings the shine to your special evening! She features a plunging V-neckline with a built-in padded bust for support, sparkling sequins set in a filigree design, and a sexy open back with sleek cross straps. The sheer mesh fabric includes a full-length knit lining and offers moderate stretch. Complete your formal evening outfit with sleek stilettos and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Plunge V-neckline, dual bungee spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust, no bra required
- Filigree sequin embroidered design
- Open back, sleek criss-cross straps
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1151
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE-4
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Sale
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Emily One-Shoulder Pleated Asymmetric Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Showcase your bride-to-be status in our chic Emily mini dress for your upcoming engagement party! She features a one-shoulder neckline with a single long fitted sleeve, a back zipper closure, an asymmetric, mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette, and a dramatic side skirt overlay. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric with a knit lining and offers a moderate stretch for comfortable wear. Complete your look with rhinestone earrings and a sleek clutch. Be sure to shop this dress in the other luxe fabrications!
Shop Sequin Dress: Talulla Formal One-Shoulder Sequin Mini Dress
Shop Velvet Dress: Zhuri Formal One-Shoulder Velvet Dress
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, long sleeve
- Adhesive bra recommended
- High waist seam, back zipper closure
- Side drape overlay
- Asymmetric short hem
- Crepe-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0542
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Amaria Formal Ruched Chiffon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Step out in style in this long-sleeve mini dress with a plunging V-neckline. Embrace the sophisticated elegance of this chiffon long-sleeve bodycon mini dress with side ruching. The gathering details on the sides of this mini dress enhance the curves of your hourglass shape for an irresistibly stunning look. Elevate this dress with platform heels and a sparkly clutch, perfect for date night or enjoying a night out with your besties.
Fit & Features
- Plunge V-neck, sheer chiffon long sleeves
- Ruched detail
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Smooth knit fabric, lining, moderate stretch
- Sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0549
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $35.00 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Product Badge:- Sale
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Lennox Formal One-Shoulder Satin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Step out looking sophisticated in a formal dress that radiates luxe. Lennox features a one-shoulder neckline with a sleek spaghetti strap, ruching, and an asymmetrical mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a stretch satin fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, adjustable spaghetti strap
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Ruching detail
- Asymmetrical mini-length silhouette
- Stretch satin fabric, knit lining
- Form-hugging fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0685
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Elevated Glam Ruched Lace-Up Mini Dress
Elevate your glam in this mini dress that stuns! The mini dress features a sleeveless square neckline, sleek spaghetti straps, a ruched body, and a sexy lace-up back. The short dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone bracelets.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Sleek spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back
- Ruched body
- Mini-length silhouette
- Smooth knit fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3699
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Spectacular Twirl Glitter Skater Dress
Your twirls in this glitter skater dress will be spectacular and sparkly! It features a sleeveless twist V-neckline and back accent, spaghetti straps, a skater silhouette, and a short-length hem. The glitter knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete the look in a necklace and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless twist V-neckline, spaghetti straps
- Twist back accent
- Skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3637
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WINE
Available Size: S
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Totally Chic One-Shoulder Mini Dress
You'll be too chic to handle in this must-have mini dress. It features a one-shoulder neckline, a long fitted sleeve, ruching down one side leading to a sultry front slit, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with strappy stilettos for a night out.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Single long fitted sleeve
- Side ruched detailing
- Front slit
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Crepe fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4099
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Love To Dance Satin Short Dress
You'll love to go out dancing in this satin short dress featuring a sleeveless V-neck, spaghetti straps, a princess seam bodice, bodycon fit, and a faux wrap asymmetrical hem with pleating. Complete the look in sassy block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neck
- Spaghetti straps
- Princess seam bodice
- Bodycon fit
- Faux wrap asymmetrical short hem, pleating
- Smooth satin-knit fabric, lined bust, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5461
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Ashley Sequin Mesh Short Dress
Special Occasion
Captivate the room in the Ashley short dress showcasing a timeless sequin scroll pattern for the perfect shimmery entrance! She features a sleeveless square neckline with a lightly padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, a scoop-back design, and a bodycon silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a mesh fabric with a knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete your dressy look in clear strap heels for your next formal party!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lightly padded bust, bra optional
- Scoop-back design, back zipper closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin-scroll embroidery
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1458
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $72.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: RED
Available Size: S, L
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Forever Chic Mesh Bodycon Mini Dress
Keep your night-out look forever chic with this gorgeous mesh bodycon dress. It features a trendy square neckline, long sheer bishop sleeves, all-over ruching, and a mini-length, form-fitting silhouette that will hug your curves. Style this dress with rhinestone statement earrings and new heels.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline, long sheer bishop sleeves
- Bra friendly
- All-over ruching
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, lined body
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1012
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $40.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Dazzling Diva Sequin One Shoulder Mini Dress
Sparkle and shine this NYE in this dazzling sequin mini dress, perf for a fashion diva like you! It features a one shoulder neckline with a single long fitted sleeve, a front tulip hem with ruched detailing, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Pair this dress with a glam evening bag to complete your gorgeous look!
Fit & Features
- One shoulder neckline
- Long fitted sleeve
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Short, form-hugging fit
- Front tulip hem with ruched detailing
- Sequin adorned knit fabric
- Moderate stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3643
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Lissie Formal Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Stun in a sequin mini dress that dazzles up your fancy nights! Lissie features a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a sequin scroll print pattern, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers minimal stretch. Complete the look in this mini dress with a dainty rhinestone bracelet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Scoop back design
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin-lined fabric, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0530
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: 11, 13
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No Going Back Mesh Mini Dress
There's no going back tonight in this sultry sheer mini dress! Featuring a high neckline, an alluring low back, long fitted sleeves, and a sheer mesh bodice with a sweetheart design, this dress is a definite closet staple. The dress is partially lined and features slanted ruching at one side and a curve-hugging silhouette. Composed of a mesh material that offers plenty of stretch. Style this mini dress with platform heels.
Fit & Features
- High round neckline, sheer mesh bodice with sweetheart design
- Long fitted sleeves
- Low square back, zipper and hook and eye closure
- Side ruched detailing, bodycon silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, partial knit lining
- Form-hugging fit, plenty of stretch
- Sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0189
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Karla Sequin Iridescent Bodycon Party Dress
Special Occasion
Catch the dance floor lights in the Karla sequin party dress and mesmerize the room in her dazzling arora! She features a sleeveless, one-shoulder design with an adjustable spaghetti strap, built-in padding, a bodycon silhouette, and a short hem. Composed of an iridescent sequin mesh-lined fabric with minimal stretch. Style with rhinestone earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust, no bra required
- Back zipper, hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Iridescent sequin embroidery, mesh-lined fabric, minimal stretch
- Mint dress has left side straps, blue and purple dresses have right side straps
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1783
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ready and Ruched Mesh Mini Dress
Head out in this mesh mini dress that brings some sheer appeal! The dress features a crew neck, sheer mesh long sleeves, ruched side seams, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels and a cuff.
Fit & Features
- Crew neckline
- Sheer unlined mesh long fitted sleeves
- Ruched side seams
- Mini-length silhouette
- Form-hugging fit
- Lined mesh fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3716
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Skirt Skirt Skater Dress
This dress will be the center of all the tea at your next afternoon soiree.
Fits & Features
- Deep Sweetheart Neckline I Princess Seams
- Dual Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
- High Waist Seam
- Flattering Skater Skirt
- Thick Knit Composition
- Plenty Of Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-7961
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Online Only
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Lucy Taffeta Bow Mini Party Dress
Special Occasion
The Lucy mini party dress is sleek and simple from the front and stunning from the back. Turn heads at school formals or wedding receptions in this short party dress featuring a strapless square neckline with non-slip grip lining, a hidden side zipper closure, and front and back pleat and ruching that creates the illusion of an hourglass figure. She stuns from the back with her flirty big bow tie with a dramatic train that glides against the floor. The formal dress is composed of a taffeta woven fabric with lining and minimal stretch. Complete your dressy look in this mini-length dress with stiletto heels and an evening bag.
Fit & Features
- Strapless, square neckline, non-slip grip
- Hidden side zipper, hook and eye closure
- Front and back pleating and ruching
- Form-hugging, mini-length hem
- Detachable back bow with train
- Taffeta woven, lining, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1431
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Day Glow Satin A-Line Short Dress
A perfect satin short dress for dressing up and flaunting your femme allure! Designed with smooth satin fabric, the mini dress features a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for the perfect customized fit, and a curve-hugging A-line silhouette. Complete your chic look in lace-up heels and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Smooth satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Curve-hugging fit
- A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2609
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $34.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: LAVENDER
Available Size: S, M
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Sabrina Satin Lace-Up Party Dress
Special Occasion
For fashionistas looking to make a memorizing entrance at Prom or the next formal affair, the Sabrina party satin dress is made for you! She features a sleeveless square neckline, sleek shoulder straps that lead to a cross-back lace-up design along her sultry open back, a fitted bodice, hidden side pockets for keeping your hands warm, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. Complete your dressy look with a beaded clutch and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, square neckline, sleek shoulder straps
- Open back, cross-back lace-up design, tie closure
- Fitted bodice, side pockets
- Short skater skirt, fit and flare silhouette
- Smooth satin fabric, woven lining, no stretch
- Sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1104
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Theresa Heat Of The Moment Dress
Special Occasion
You'll be too hot to handle in the stunningly chic Theresa dress! She features a wide round neckline, sheer long fitted sleeves, and a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette. The all-over rhinestone embellishment creates a subtle party-perfect sparkle without being over the top! The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with sleek hoop earrings.
Fit & Features
- Wide round neckline
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Sheer long fitted sleeves
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- All-over rhinestone embellishment
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3868
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: S, M, L, XS