Cocktail dresses are the definition of effortlessly chic, perfect for any night out or soirée. From trendy short silhouettes to polished midis and elegant long styles, these looks flatter every figure. Go sleek in a strapless sheath, timeless in an A-line, playful in a fit and flare, or bold in a dramatic mermaid-style design. Fabrics like satin, glitter knit, beaded mesh, and rhinestones bring elevated glam. Necklines from halter and off-the-shoulder to cowl and corset bodice keep the vibe fresh, while open-backs, illusion panels, cutouts, ruching, and ruffles make every dress unforgettable.

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Cocktail Dresses That Turn Heads All Summer

From upscale dinners to sunset celebrations, Windsor’s cocktail dresses bring bold confidence and elevated flair to every invite. Whether you’re into curve-skimming bodycons, sleek midis, or flirty minis, these silhouettes are tailored to make you feel unforgettable.

Mini & Midi Cocktail Dresses for Any Occasion

Mini cocktail dresses deliver major impact with every step. Explore strappy satin styles, glitter mesh minis, or ruched bodycon fits that pair perfectly with platform heels and statement earrings. Hosting or heading out? These dresses shine under the lights and keep the compliments coming.

Prefer a polished vibe? Midi cocktail dresses offer that ideal mix of sophistication and allure. Opt for a wrap-front design, corset bodice, or high-slit silhouette styled with sleek heels and minimal gold jewelry. From rooftop weddings to summer soirées, these dresses glide from afternoon to after-hours with ease.

Luxe Fabrics & Statement Details

Satin and crepe fabrics bring that smooth, glossy finish perfect for cocktail hour. Lace overlays, sheer mesh panels, and rhinestone trims add texture and drama. Love structure? Corset tops and sculpted waists enhance your shape while keeping you supported and confident.

Your Summer Cocktail Closet Must-Haves

Little Black Cocktail Dresses: A forever favorite with fresh details like asymmetrical cuts or open backs.

White Mini Dresses: Clean, crisp, and chic—perfect for bachelorettes or graduation celebrations.

Bold Color Statements: Stand out in red, royal blue, or emerald green, or shimmer in rose gold and champagne tones.

Floral & Printed Styles: For daytime events or destination weddings, go for playful prints in soft, breathable fabrics.

Need styling inspo? Check out our cocktail party outfit ideas for easy, elevated looks that work from RSVP to dance floor.

Ready to steal the spotlight? Shop Windsor’s full collection of cocktail dresses online, in-app, or at your local store to find your perfect look.

Is a Skater Dress a Cocktail Dress?

Yes! A skater dress can work as a cocktail dress if it’s made from an elevated fabric like satin, lace, or velvet. The flared skirt and fitted waist create a playful yet polished silhouette that’s perfect for semi-formal events. Look for details like sequins, beading, or an off-the-shoulder neckline to enhance its cocktail-ready appeal. Explore styles in rich colors for a sophisticated touch. Use the filters here or visit the Skater Dress collection to find your perfect fit.

Are Cocktail Dresses Short or Long?

Cocktail dresses are typically short to midi-length, with hemlines falling slightly above the knee to just below the calf. A tea-length dress (ending at the ankle) is another elegant option. While shorter mini cocktail dresses are perfect for date nights or graduation celebrations, a long cocktail dress in satin, lace, or velvet is ideal for formal events. Need a dress for a black-tie affair? Opt for a long-sleeve midi dress or an asymmetrical silhouette to make a stylish statement.

What’s the Difference Between a Cocktail Dress and an Evening Dress?

Cocktail dresses are designed for semi-formal events, while evening dresses are meant for formal occasions like galas or black-tie weddings.

Cocktail Dresses: Typically knee-length or tea-length, made from versatile fabrics like crepe, lace, or satin.
Evening Dresses: Often floor-length and crafted from luxurious fabrics like chiffon, velvet, or silk for a more formal look.

Textured Knit Crew Neck Mini Dress
From brunch to the farmers market, rock this mini dress with a pair of heeled sandals and a cute cross-body!

Fits & Features
- Crew Neckline
- Sleeveless Bodice
- Cut Out Design At Back With Button Detail At Nape
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Textured Knit Fabric & Design
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0735

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $11.97 $29.90

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Dot So Mesh Ruched Mini Dress
We figured you needed an upgrade from your usual LBD This figure-hugging ruched mini will hug those curves and the sheer polka dot mesh detail is such a trendy chic touch!

Fits & Features
- V Neckline With Lace-Up Front At Bust
- Sheer Mesh Back, Fitted Long Sleeves & Shoulders With Swiss Dots
- Mesh Lined Fabric I Ruching Throughout
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Form Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
- Zipper Not Featured
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0718

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $34.90

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Scoop Neck Asymmetric Maxi Dress
Sunny days are finally here! Add this form-hugging maxi dress into your OOTDs! Style it up with a denim jacket for a casual look or edge it up with a leather jacket!

Fits & Features
- Scoop Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
- Asymmetric Maxi Length Hemline Reveals Front Slit
- Smooth Jersey Knit Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit
- Plenty Of Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0508

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $14.97 $37.90

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The One For You Mini Sweater Dress
This chic knit mini sweater dress is def the one for you! Pair with some statement earrings and strappy mules and werk it bb!

Fit & Features
- One shoulder neckline
- Single long fitted sleeve
- Short, curve hugging fit
- Ribbed knit fabric
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-0540

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Price: $6.97 $34.90

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Sleeveless Ruched Midi Dress
Yessssss girl! She's classy and curvy. Up your midi game with this form-hugging dress! Pair it with your fav block heels.

Fits & Features
- Crew Neckline
- Dual Button Closure At Nape I Keyhole Opening
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Ruching Throughout
- Smooth Jersey Knit Fabric I Fully LIned
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Zipper Not Featured
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0699

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Price: $13.97 $35.90

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Too Dot To Handle Polka Dot Midi Dress
Bb girl, you're sizzling in this dress! Add a pair of cute booties and a faux leather jacket to complement this 'fit!

Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Surplice V Neckline
- Side Zipper WIth Hook & Eye Closure
- Midi Length Silhouette With Front Slit
- Textured Knit Fabric I Polka Dot Design I Unlined
- Relax Fit I Minimal Stretch
- Zipper Not Featured
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0761

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Ruched Mesh Bandage Dress
Dare to show a little skin in this sultry bandage dress! Style it up with a pair of rhinestone earrings and heels to match!

Fits & Features
- Sweetheart Neckline
- Back Zipper Wth Hook & Eye Closure
- Sheer Ruched Long Sleeves
- Bandage-Style Bodice
- Mini Length Silhouette I Built-In Bodysuit
- Ruched, Sheer Mesh Skirt
- Form Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-0635

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $21.97 $54.90

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Seraphina Formal Pearl Mini Dress
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Bring the luxe and shine like the rare pearl you are in our dazzling Seraphina dress! Pair her unmatched beauty with slingback stilettos and a glitzy clutch to complete your evening look!

Fit & Features
- Plunging V-Neckline | Mesh Inset
- Tank-Like Straps
- Pearl and Heat Stone Embellishments
- Mini Skirt Length Silhouette
- Lined Smooth Knit Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit | Slight Stretch
- Hidden Back Zipper Closure
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0408

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $79.90

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Blissful In Lace Maxi Dress
This gorge lace maxi dress will have you looking and feeling blissful! Don't forget to pair this dress with a fab mini purse and block heels!

Fits & Features
- Crew Neckline I Button Nape & Keyhole Opening At Back
- Sheer Fitted Long Sleeves I Smocked Cuffs
- Sheer Partially Lined Bodice
- Maxi Length Hem
- Lace Fabric I Mini-Length Lining
- Form Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0760

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $48.90

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Lace Darling Midi Dress
Keep it darling in captivating lace in this elegant midi! Pair this sleek dress with pretty pumps to complete your look!

Fit & Features
- V-Neckline
- Lace Shoulder Straps
- Sheer Floral Lace Back
- Floral Lace Hem | Back Center Slit
- Lined Crepe Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0733

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $18.97 $46.90

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Floral Vibes Scuba Midi Dress
Wow everybody in the Floral Vibes midi dress! We envision you wearing this at that outdoor wedding you got invited to or that winery date with your girls

Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps Cross At The Back
- V Neckline
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Smooth Scuba Fabric I Floral Prints
- Form Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
- Zipper Not Featured
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0176

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Brook High Slit Midi Dress
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Make it a formal affair in our cocktail ready Brook midi dress! Her high slit brings the drama, perfectly pairs with sleek stilettos and rhinestone accents!

Fit & Features
- Off The Shoulder Neckline | Fold Over Accent
- Slim Fit Bodice
- Lined Smooth Knit Fabric
- High Side Slit
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Form Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0372

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

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Baby Just Ask Tie Front Knit Mini Dress
Babe, prepare yourself, because they will all be asking where you copped this knit mini dress! Style with heels, or do what we are loving right now and throw on some sneaks and a scrunchy for an effortless cool!

Fit & Features
- Off shoulder neckline
- Eyelet lattice tie front detail
- Long sleeves that puff at the wrist
- Form fitting silhouette0
- Mini hemline
- Ribbed knit material
- Moderate stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-0541

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $6.97 $44.90

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Playful In Polka Dots Mini Dress
Get a playful look in adorable polka dots with this LBD! The short puff sleeves make it all the more trendy.

Fit & Features
- Short sheer puff sleeves
- Sweetheart neckline
- Front ruched detailing
- Short, curve hugging fit
- Sheer mesh fabric with all over polka dot print
- Knit lining
- Plenty of stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0729

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $38.90

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A Moment To Remember Crepe Puff Shoulder Mini Dress
Yes girl! You'll be having a moment everywhere you go in this gorge LBD! Add a pair of rhinestone deets to really heat up your look

Fits & Features
- Deep Sweetheart Neckline
- Boning Detail At The Bust
- Puff Shoulder Short Sleeves
- Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Crepe Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit I 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: 05101-0711

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $16.97 $42.90

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Ready Or Not Ruched Mini Dress
Ready or not, you're showing up to slay in this ruched mini dress!

Fit & Features
- Long billowy sleeves | Elastic banded cuffs
- Square neckline
- Complete stretchy smocked back
- Front ruched detailing | Dual drawstrings at hem
- Short, curve hugging fit
- Smooth woven fabric
Pink: Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

Black: Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0627

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $17.97 $44.90

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Aracely Glitter Crepe Mermaid Dress
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Our gorgeous Aracely is the embodiment of your shine and glow! Slip her on and work it!

Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Square Neckline | Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Floor Length Hemline | High Front Slit
- Mermaid Silhouette
- Crepe Glitter Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

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Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0680

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $14.97 $64.90

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Tamra Cross Neck Midi Formal Dress
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Try out a little soft glam in our Tamra formal midi dress! She is sexy, sultry and gives you that soft touch of glam!

Fit & Features
- Cross neckline
- Sleeveless
- Form fitting silhouette
- Mid-length hem that hits mid-calf
- Small slit center front
- Zipper located center back
- Moderate stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0325

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $29.97 $44.90

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Brush It Off Shoulder Crepe Midi Dress
Brush away those negative vibes, throw on this poppin' midi, and hit the town with your girls! Accessorize with some sparkling gems to really amp up your look.

Fits & Features
- Elastic, Off Shoulder Neckline & Short Sleeves
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Crepe Composition
- Form Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
- Zipper Not Featured
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0664

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $33.90

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Claudia Velvet Burnout Slim Gown
Velvet isn't going anywhere, it is timeless! We are loving this vintage inspired piece intricately designed with a stunning floral pattern and a floor length slim fit! Style with neutral heels, and soft curls!

Fit & Features
- V- neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Full lining that cuts off slightly above hemline
- Floor length hemline
- Slip on fit | Moderate stretch
- Velvet with floral pattern
Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0771

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $14.97 $89.90

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Sweeter Than Ever Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
Stay sweeter than ever in this adorable puff sleeve LBD! Pair with some classic stilettos and you've got yourself a lewk babe!

Fit & Features
- Short puff sleeves
- Sweetheart neckline
- Back zipper closure
- Dual vertical seam detailing down the front
- Short, curve hugging fit
- Stretchy woven fabric
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0649

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $33.90

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Ensley Formal Satin Wrap Dress
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Wrap yourself in luxe satin to make a stunning impression! Ensely stuns with her wrap silhouette, pair with sleek stilettos to take their breath away!

Fit & Features
- Off The Shoulder Neckline
- Ruched Short Sleeves
- Wrap V-Neck Bust
- Lined Satin Fabric
- Asymmetrical Silhouette | Ruched Side Seam
- Form Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-0778

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $29.97 $54.90

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Marjorie Glitter Lace Two Piece Satin Dress
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Glam and sweetness are two words that come to mind when we think of our gorgeous Marjorie. A pretty off-shoulder, glitter lace top adds a charming touch to the luxe and sultry satin skirt. The best part? Marjorie features hidden hand pockets for storing your beauty essentials so you can look flawless all night!

Fits & Features
- Off Shoulder Sweetheart Neckline
- No-Slip Interior Strip I Padded Bust I Back Zipper
- Sheer Fitted Long Sleeves I Glitter Lace, Lined Crop Bodice I Scallop Hem
- Floor Length, Lined Satin Skirt I Hidden Hand Pockets
- High Rise Waist I Wrap Design Opens To Front Slit
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size 3.

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Style Number/Barcode: 05006-0198

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $109.90

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Lace Show 'Em Who's Boss Mini Dress
Show 'em who's boss in this sultry chic lace mini dress!

Fit & Features
- Crew neckline
- Long fitted sheer lace detail sleeves
- Sheer lace back | Exposed zipper closure
- Front lining
- Front waist cut out
- Short, curve hugging skirt | Stretchy crepe fabric | Short knit lining
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0710

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $44.90

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