Short Cocktail Dresses
Short cocktail dresses that know how to show up. From sleek bodycon minis to flirty A-line and modern drop-waist silhouettes, this collection is designed for nights that call for a little extra polish. Luxe fabrics like satin, sequins, and glitter mesh bring the shine, while details like corset bodices, strapless necklines, and off-the-shoulder designs keep the look sharp and stylish. In classic black, bold red, flirty pink, and timeless white, these short cocktail dresses are perfect for semi-formal weddings, birthday celebrations, date nights, and any invite that calls for a standout mini.
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Short Cocktail Dresses That Own the Spotlight
Get party-ready in short cocktail dresses that blend bold glamour with timeless appeal. Whether you’re headed to a wedding reception, a night out, or a special celebration, these mini silhouettes are made to shine.
Silhouettes That Stand Out
Go sleek in bodycon styles with one-shoulder necklines or daring cutouts, or turn heads in glitter mesh and sequin minis that sparkle with every step. Satin short cocktail dresses bring luxe vibes to formal nights, while chiffon and lace keep things romantic and effortlessly chic.
Styling Made Easy
Style your mini with strappy heels and statement earrings for weddings, or go bold with metallic accessories for evening events. Prefer something playful? Skater and asymmetrical minis pair perfectly with platform heels and a clutch for a flirty, fashion-forward finish.
Your Spotlight Moment
From cocktail parties to milestone celebrations, Windsor’s short cocktail dresses are designed to keep you glowing all night long. Flirty, fun, and unforgettable, these minis make every event feel like your moment to shine.
Shop Windsor’s short cocktail dresses online, in-app, or in-store and step into your next event with standout style.
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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Velvet Sweetheart Mini Dress
Show your romantic side in this darling velvet mini!
Fits & Features
- Wide Shoulder Straps
- Sweetheart Neckline
- Square Back
- Form-Flattering Fit
- Moderate Stretch
- Velvet Composition I Fully Lined
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0330
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Charmed Persona Scoop Neck Ruffled Mini Dress
This mini dress will pair well with your charming personality and favorite heels! Perfect for birthday brunch to semi-formal parties, this slinky knit dress features a flattering scoop neckline adorned with delicate spaghetti straps. The bodycon silhouette flaunts your figure while the asymmetrical tiered ruffled hem cascades into a sweet side train for dramatic effect. Complete the look in a dainty choker necklace and heels.
Fit & Features
- Slinky knit lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Asymmetrical tiered ruffled mini-length hem, side train
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2965
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Simone Formal Satin Tie-Back Cutout Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Slip into the Simone formal satin midi dress for a sultry vibe at banquets or weddings! She features a square neckline adorned with spaghetti straps, a tie-back design, a flirty underbust cutout, a center back slit, and a bodycon silhouette that hugs your curves down to the knee-length midi hem. The formal midi dress is crafted from a luxuriously soft satin fabric with minimal stretch. Complete the look with a mini purse and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, spaghetti straps
- Tie-back design, underbust cutout
- Center back slit
- Bodycon silhouette, midi-length hem
- Luxe satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1999
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Vivacious Viper Velvet Burnout Mini Dress
If you're all about "snaking" an entrance, you'll love this statement mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Mock Neckline
- Fitted Long Sleeves
- Zipper At Center Back
- Knit Mesh Composition I Fully Lined
- Snake-Inspired Sparkling Velvet Burnout Design
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0474
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bodycon Bite Dress
Say it with snake—this bodycon style has serious bite. Dress comes in a curve-hugging mini cut and features spaghetti straps and a rounded neckline. Dress is made from a soft brushed knit with a fair amount of stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0230
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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In Love In Lace Crochet Dress
We are obsessed with crochet! This dress features a V neckline with a scalloped trim ande long sleeves that are sheer. The crochet bodice meets skirt high waist and is composed of a crepe material 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: 05101-0106
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $16.97 $41.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Naya One Shoulder Flower Applique Mini Dress
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A pretty tulle flower applique with classy faux pearl embellishments adds a romantic allure to the Naya formal mini dress! She features a classic one-shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve with a shoulder pad, this mini dress exudes sophistication. The side waist cutout and bodycon silhouette enhance your figure, while the mini-length hem and crepe fabric add a touch of elegance. Complete the look with a glam rhinestone hair headband and heels for a dressy party or cocktail event!
Fit & Features
- One shoulder neckline, fitted long sleeve, shoulder pad
- Side waist cutout
- Tulle flower applique, faux pearl embellished
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Strapless bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2046
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Wrapped In Satin Mini Dress
Wrap yourself in charming satin to create a memorable look! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a cowl neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, cinching tie waist belt and an asymmetrical mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0376
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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All That Shine Metallic Mini Dress
You were born to shine girl! This mini dress features a high round neckline, fitted long sleeves and dramatically draped cowl back. The slim fit fit bodice leads to a body-hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined metallic knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0327
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Golden Girl Heat Stone Mini Dress
Glow on girl in this mini to make your highlight pop! This mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging scoop neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps. The slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. The semi-sheer mesh fabric is accented with sparkling heat stones throughout. Dress offers a moderate stretch and includes a back zipper closure.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0304
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Flirty Ruffle Mini Dress
With a flirty ruffle overlay, this mini tube dress is so sassy! It features a sleeveless strapless square neckline and a short, form hugging fit. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric with moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0247
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitz And Glitter Mini Dress
Glimmer with all the glitz and glitter in this gorgeous mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a high crew neckline with halter straps, a back keyhole cut out and button closure, and a short, form hugging fit. The pink sparkly dress is composed of a sheer glitter mesh fabric with a full knit lining and offers moderate stretch. Glitter may transfer.Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3480
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Who's That Girl Mini Dress
Turn heads and make them wonder in this sultry black mini dress! This LBD features a plunging sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a deep square back, a body-hugging silhouette, and short leg slits on the sides.Model is 5'8 with a 32" bust, 23" waist, and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0031
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Liz Formal Floral Two Piece Dress
Special OccasionCreate a twirl worthy moment in florals! Liz features a royal blue crop top with an off the shoulder neckline, a wired sweetheart bust, padded cups and short sleeves. Her matching satin skirt features a high rise waist, hidden side pockets and a pink hued floral print. Top is composed of a form hugging fit crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Skirt includes a petticoat and offers a minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size smallSpecial Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05006-0520
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Catch Compliments Beaded Strapless Mini Dress
Catch compliments from every angle. This beaded strapless mini dress hugs in all the right places with a bodycon fit, shimmering embellishments, and fringe trim that moves with you from rooftop drinks to vacation dinners.
Fit & Features
- Lined knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Beaded and sequin embellishments, diamond pattern
- Strapless straight-across neckline
- Open tie-back design
- Asymmetric mini-length hem, beaded fringe trim
- Bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000880
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $54.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BROWN, LIGHT, BLUE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Jane Flower Lace-Up Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The Jane mini dress catches the light with every step while delicate 3D flower, sequins, and beaded embellishments add a soft, dimensional finish. The cowl neckline and lace-up open strappy back create a silhouette that feels equal parts effortless and elevated—perfect for that “all eyes on you” kind of entrance.
Fit & Features
- 3D Flower, sequins, beaded embellishments
- Mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Cowl neckline, spaghetti straps
- Lace-up open strappy back
- Side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon mini silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, bridal celebrations, reception dresses, birthday dinners, graduations, cocktail parties, bachelorettes, date nights, rooftop hotel bars, themed parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-001151
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $139.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: WHITE, MINT
Available Size: S, M, L
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Kayleigh Sequin Sweetheart Party Dress
Special Occasion
This body-hugging beauty will have you glistening like never before! The Kayleigh sequin party dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a built-in padded and underwire bust, a sexy bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The party dress is designed with an eye-catching sequin pattern on mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in strappy heels for a birthday or school dance!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Built-in padded and underwire bust
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Sequin pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- No bra required
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1636
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Satin Cowl Neck Mini Dress
Sleek, smooth, and totally elegant...we can't get enough of the satin trend either!
Fits & Features
- Cowl Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Adjustable Criss Cross Ties At The Back
- Asymmetric Mini Length Silhouette
- Fully Lined
- No Zipper
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0541
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Satin Snake Print Mini Dress
Sleek with a chic snake print, this satin mini is a trendy find. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, bungee spaghetti straps, a square neck and back, and a short, curve hugging fit. The satin-like fabric has moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0383
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.97 $26.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Favorite 'Fit Knit Mini Dress
Your new fave 'fit for sure. This ribbed knit mini dress features long fitted sleeves, a plunging V neckline with a front tie closure followed by a waist cut out, and a curve hugging skirt that hits mid thigh. The knit fabric offers plenty of stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0254
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dream Life Mini Dress
Live up that dream life in this hot pink mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, shoulder straps that lead to an exposed back gold zipper, a U neckline, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a shiny faux leather fabric that offers minimal stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0055
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kairi Formal Scroll Print Mini Dress
Special OccasionLight up the night as you glow in our Kairi dress! She features a burgundy hue, a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline with racer bust, padded cups, adjustable narrow straps and princess seams. Her bodice features a pretty scroll print composed of a mini beaded detail and glitter outline. Create a twirl worthy moment with her multi-tiered mini length silhouette. She is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4009
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruching Into It Off Shoulder Mini Dress
"Don't rush into a good thing"...but who's going to stop us if we're going to look bomb af in it?

Fits & Features
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Off Shoulder Neckline I Interior No-Slip Tape At Front
- Long Fitted Sleeves
- Self Ties At The Cuffs & Center Front Neckline
- Mini Length Silhouette I Ruching Throughout
- Knit Fabric I Fully Lined
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0748
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Off Shoulder Neckline I Interior No-Slip Tape At Front
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Lattice Sides Suede Mini Dress
YASSS she's so ready for a night out with her girls! Rev up your look with this fiery lace-up mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Mock Neckline
- Zipper Closure At Back
- Lattice Sides
- Faux Suede Composition I Fully Lined
- Form-Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0388
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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