Cocktail Dresses
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.
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Fabulously Flocked Midi Dress
Allure them all with this enchanting midi dress!
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps
- V Neckline I Square Back
- High Waist Seam
- Midi Length Silhouette With Flirty Slit
- Fully Lined, Textured Knit With Flocked Velvet Prints Throughout
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0374
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Glow Girl Sequin Midi Dress
Glow on with your bad self! Flaunt your pretty self in this captivating dress.
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Shoulder Straps
- Sweetheart Neckline
- Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure At Back
- Iridescent Sequins, Mesh Knit Fabric I Fully Lined
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Curve Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0293
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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That Glam Life Glitter Wrap Dress
Wrap yourself in shimmering glitter to party the night away in this wrap mini dress!
Fit & Features
- Plunging V-Neckline
- Long Sleeves
- Ruched Side Seam
- Asymmetrical Hem
- Glitter
- Lined
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0384
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $16.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Arielle Geometric Sequin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Shine at all your soirees in our gorgeous Arielle midi dress!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps That Lace Up At The Back
- Midi Length Silhouette With Thigh High Slit
- Mesh Lined Fabric With Shimmering Geometric Sequins Throughout
- Fully Lined
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0266
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Make An Entrance Heat Stones Mini Dress
You'll be making one hell of an entrance in this stunning dress!
Fits & Features
- Mock Neckline
- Fitted Long Sleeves
- Unlined Sleeves, Partial Chest, Back, And Neck
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Lined, Semi-Sheer Mesh Fabric
- Scroll & Geometric Patterned Heat Stones
- Curve-Hugging Fit
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0295
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Misty Off Shoulder Glitter Dress
Special Occasion
You'll be channeling princess vibes in this one. Look magical in our glistening Misty dress!
Fits & Features
- Off Shoulder Neckline I Fold Over Design
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Midi Length Silhouette I Front Slit
- Glitter Lurex Fabric I Fully Lined
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0330
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Heavenly Sequins Off Shoulder Mini Dress
You'll be looking all types of angelic. Wow the crowd in this sequined mini!
Fits & Features
- Off Shoulder Sleeves
- Plunging Wire V Neckline With Padded Cups
- Square Back With Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Mesh Knit With Scroll & Diamond Pattern Sequins Throughout
- Fully Lined
- Bodycon Fit I Ample Stretch
White: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Mauve: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0235
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Babe's A Bombshell Velvet Midi Dress
Baby-girl you're a bombshell in velvet! This midi dress is a real head turner, with a v neckline, a mid length hemline, bungee spaghetti straps, and a form fitting silhouette. Dress is composed of a velvet fabric and offers moderate stretch. Fully lined.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0161
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Must V Fate Glitter Mini Dress
It's written in the stars. You'll be glittering and glowing with the Must V Fate mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline
- Long Fitted Sleeves With Padded Shoulders
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Body-Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
- Glitter Knit Fabric
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0232
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Babe's A Bombshell Velvet Midi Dress
Baby-girl you're a bombshell in velvet! This midi dress is a real head turner, with a v neckline, a mid length hemline, bungee spaghetti straps, and a form fitting silhouette. Dress is composed of a velvet fabric and offers moderate stretch. Fully lined.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0162
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Cross Back Satin Mini Dress
You slick chica, you. You'll be looking real smooth in this satin mini!
Fits & Features
- Square Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps That Criss Cross At The Back
- Ruching Details At The Side
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Satin-Like Composition I Fully Lined
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Hunter & Charcoal: Model is 5'8" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0519
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sequin Seduction Mini Dress
Claim the room while you sparkle like no other! This eye catching sequin dress showcases a beautiful sequin pattern.
Fits & Features
- Wired Deep V Neckline I Padded Cups
- Spaghetti Straps Lead To Raceback With Zip Closure
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Mesh Knit With Scroll Pattern Sequins I Fully Lined
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0392
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Metallic Cut Out Mini Dress
We stan a glowed up look girl! Elevate your look with this metallic mini dress to pair with your favorite bold heels!
Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Metallic
- Waist Cut Outs
- Mini Silhouette
- Form Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0511
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Wait A Midi Satin Midi Dress
Hold on a second..this dress is totally your style!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline With Padded Cups
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- Asymmetrical Ruching Detail At Front Bodice
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Satin-Like Composition I Fully Lined
- 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: 05101-0309
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sleeveless Faux Leather Metallic Dress
Keep it sleek with head turning faux leather girl! This mini dress is what you need for your next night out!
Fit & Features
- V-Neckline
- Tank Straps
- Faux Leather
- Metallic Finish
- Lined
- Form Hugging Fit
- Slight Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0505
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Ravishing Ruffles Mini Dress
Keep it lovely in pretty ruffles! This twirl worthy dress is perfect for creating a chic look!
Fit & Features
- Off The Shoulder Neckline
- Tiered Ruffles
- Brushed Knit
- Wide Shorts Lining
- Lined
- Relaxed Fit
- Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0592
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Dana Glitter Two Piece Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the sparkle to your evening to create some serious magic! Our Dana two piece dress will have them all captivated!
Fit & Features
- Two Piece Dress
- Lace Top
- Long Sleeves
- Glitter
- Satin Skirt
- High Slit
- Form Fit | Slight Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05006-0034
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Gleam Queen Glitter Mini Dress
You'll be leaving your sparkle everywhere you go in the Gleam Queen mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Wrap V-Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Velvet Composition I Fully Lined
- Glitter Diamond-Shaped Design Throughout
- Asymmetric Mini Length Silhouette
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Glitter May Transfer
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0431
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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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: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Feeling Knit Asymmetrical Mini Dress
We're feeling this super cute mini dress! Pair with your favorite accessories to complete a chic look!
Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Asymmetrical Hem
- Mini
- Smooth Knit
- 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: 05103-0669
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sequin One Shoulder Mini Dress
Start off the night with wowing sequins as you live your best life in this fun sequin mini dress!
Fit & Features
- One Shoulder Neckline
- No Slip Strip
- Fitted Long Sleeve
- Waist Cut Out
- Sequin
- Mini Side Slit
- Form Hugging Fit | Slight Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0575
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $34.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Ribbed Long Sleeve Knit Dress
Fall back this season with a classic knit dress to pair with your fav layers!
Fit & Features
- Mockneck
- Fitted Long Sleeves
- Ribbed
- Lined Knit
- Bust Geometric Cut Out
- Form Fit
- Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0384
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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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: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Lavish Leopard Print Midi Dress
So fierce, so fab! Embrace the trendy leopard print and highlight all your right curves in the Lavish Leopard Print midi dress.
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Cowl Neckline
- Square Back
- Ruching Drawstring Along The Sides
- Textured Satin-Like Composition
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Form Hugging Fit I Little-To-No-Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0563
Category Name: Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance