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.

Sparkling Moments Glitter Mini Dress
Shine for those nights you'll never forget in this shimmering glitter mini dress!

Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- High Side Slit
- Glitter
- Lined Mesh
- Form Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0422

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $12.97 $32.90

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Meow You're Talking Leopard Mini Dress
Satin and leopard? Matchmade in heaven. Show your sleek and wild side in the Meow You're Talking mini dress!

Fits & Features
- Cowl Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Adjustable Tie At Back I Low Open Back
- Satin-Like Composition I Minimal Stretch
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0338

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $35.90

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Ruched Strappy Back Mini Dress
We love a strappy ruched dress! It's the perfect addition to your girl's weekend trip!

Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline
- Fixed Spaghetti Straps
- Criss-Cross Back Detail With Self Ties
- Center Ruching At Front And Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0630

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $36.90

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Kayley Sequin Midi Dress
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Have a night to remember in our Kayley! She features a wired deep v neckline, double adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a criss-cross back, padded cups, and a fully lined form-fitting silhouette that offers a moderate stretch. She has a zipper located center back and is composed of a mesh material that is adorned in sequins! Her hem hits mid-length and she features a small slit at the back. Complete look with a sleek clutch.

Fit & Features
- Wired V-neckline with padded cups
- Double row adjustable spaghetti straps
- Criss-cross back
- Sequins
- Midi length silhouette with small center slit at the back
- Fully lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0262

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $29.97 $64.90

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Enchanting Metallic Deep V Midi Dress
Exude your goddess vibes! You'll be making an entrance with the Enchanting Metallic Deep V midi dress!

Fits & Features
- Deep V Neckline
- Long Fitted Sleeves
- Elastic Banded Waistband
- Center Ruching
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Metallic Knit Composition I Plenty Of Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0629

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $42.90

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Glow And Shine Sequin Mini Dress
This sequin mini dress is giving us total glow goals bby!

Fit & Features
- Scoop Neckline
- Draped Cowl Back
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Sequin
- Fully Lined Mesh
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
- No Zipper
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0666

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $48.90

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Christy Formal Sleeveless Heat Stone Dress
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Sparkle like the queen are in our shimmering Christy heat stone dress!

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless
- V-Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Heat Stones
- Mini
- Lined Mesh
- Curve Hugging | Slight Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0188

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $54.90

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Nadine Formal Sequin Midi Dress
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Stand out in sequins as you wow them all in our Nadine sequin dress!

Fit & Features
- V-Neckline I Padded Cups
- Spaghetti Straps
- Midi Length Silhouette With Split At Center Back
- Lined Mesh Fabric With Sequins Throughout
- Form-Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0265

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $20.97 $56.90

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Audrina Formal Sequin Midi Dress
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Come through with head-turning shine as you shimmy the night away in our sequined Audrina midi dress!

Fit & Features
- High Round Neckline
- Cap Sleeves
- Draped Cowl Back
- High Side Slit
- Sequins
- Lined Mesh | Minimal Stretch
- Side Zipper Closure
Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0261

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $69.90

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On To The Next Glitter Mini Dress
Girl move on with this totally fab glitter mini dress!

Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Cross-Back
- Glitter
- Ruched
- Fully Lined
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0643

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $35.90

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Colorful Expressions Two-Tone Glitter Midi Dress
Elevate your look with this glitzy hued midi! With an array of colors glistening throughout, brighten the room at every angle.

Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps
- Cross & Lattice Back I Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure
- Deep V-Neckline With Padded Cups
- Two-Tone Glitter Knit Composition I Fully Lined
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0281

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $15.97 $39.90

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Criss Cross Scooped Midi Dress
Girl get the scoop in the latest trends with this chic midi dress!

Fit & Features
- Scoop Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Criss-Cross Back
- Princess Seams
- Asymmetrical Side Slit
- Fully Lined
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0668

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $34.90

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Rowena Formal Heat Stone Mini Dress
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Sparkle up the night like the goddess you are in our shimmering Rowena dress! Her heat stones will add a sparkle to your glow!

Fit & Features
- V- Neckline
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Gemstones
- Heat Stones
- Geometric
- Fully Lined Mesh
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0423

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $49.90

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Glitter & Glam Mini Dress
Embrace all the glitter and glam in this mini dress!

Fits & Features
- High Mesh Neckline & Long Sleeves
- Inset Deep V Design
- Cut-Out With Button Closure At Back
- Velvet, Rainbow Glitter Knit Body
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Form-Flattering
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0240

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $15.97 $38.90

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Sleek Satin Mini Dress
Keep it sleek in stunning satin to show off those curves girl!

Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Tank Straps
- Satin
- Rounded Hem
- Double Lined
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch
- No Zipper
Burgundy: Model is 5'8" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

Hunter: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0386

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $12.97 $32.90

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Glow Chaser Glitter Mini Dress
Nobody has time for chasing scrubs, instead chase that glow girl! This glittering mini dress is just what you need!

Fit & Features
- Off The Shoulder Neckline
- Wired V-Neck Bust
- Long Sleeves
- Glitter
- Fully Lined
- Form Fitting | Moderate Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0556

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $42.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Meant To V Velvet Mini Dress
This dress is meant to be apart of your wardrobe! You'll be looking your sleekest in this elegant number.
Fits & Features
- V Neckline With Wire Trim
- Padded Cups
- Long Sleeves
- Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure
- Smooth Velvet Construction
- Fully Lined
- Mini Length Silhouette
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0182

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $15.97 $38.90

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Power Shoulder Glitter Satin Wrap Mini Dress
You're glittering and glowing in this statement piece.

Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline
- Snap Button & Decorative Twist Wrap Front
- Padded Shoulders
- Long Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Smooth Glittery Satin Knit I Fully Lined
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0541

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $21.97 $54.90

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Scoop Neck Velvet Mini Dress
Be a vision in velvet with this smooth and sexy dress!

Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Square Back I Scoop Neckline
- Structured, Lined Cups
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Smooth Velvet
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure At Back
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0651

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $39.90

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Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Crew Neck Mini Dress
Look a vision in lace with this captivating mini dress!

Fits & Features
- Crew Neckline
- Long Sleeves
- Zipper At Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Lace & Knit Composition I Partially Lined
- Curve Hugging Fit I Little To No Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0649

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $46.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Metallic Cowl Neck Mini Dress
Wow in this metallic mini! She features adjustable shoulder straps, a cowl neckline, sleeveless bodice, and a mini length, a-line silhouette. Composed of a metallic knit fabric, she offers little to no stretch. Zipper not included.

Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0654

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $44.90

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Wrapped In Luxe Velvet Mini Dress
Get all wrapped up in luxe velvet in this holiday ready mini dress. It features long sleeves with slight puffed shoulders, a wrap front creating a V neckline, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, a double O ring front accent completing the wrap, and a short hem. The velvet fabric offers moderate stretch.

Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0555

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $18.97 $46.90

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Metallic Muse Ruched Midi Dress
Be an alluring muse in this metallic ruched midi dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, flattering princess seams, and a square back with a zipper and hook and eye closure. The sultry front waist cut out leads to a mid-length curve hugging skirt with ruched detailing. The metallic knit fabric has ample amount of stretch and includes a knit lining.

Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0555

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $46.90

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Satin Boat Neck Mini Dress
Smooth out your worries about what to wear tonight with this satin number. It features a boat neckline, open back with self ties at the top, zipper at center back, long sleeves, and an asymmetrical mini-length silhouette. Fully lined, this dress showcases a form-hugging fit with little-to-no stretch. Includes zipper at back.

Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0522

Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $49.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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