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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.
  • Lace Trim Satin Mini Dress

    The little lace detail this satin mini has gives it a sexy edge.

    Fits & Features

    • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
    • Lace-Trimmed V Neck & Back
    • Hidden Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
    • Flattering Bust Seams I High Waist Seam
    • Short, Form-Hugging Fit 
    • Small Front Slit
    • Satin Fabric I Minimal Stretch 

    Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0673

    Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $48.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Striking Sequins Ombre Mini Dress

    Shine and stand out in the Striking Sequins mini dress! With gleaming sequins throughout and an ombre-styled design, you'll be bringing the glam everywhere you go. 

    Fits & Features
    • Spaghetti Straps
    • V Neckline
    • Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure At Back 
    • Form-Hugging Fit 
    • Little To No Stretch
    • Fully Lined
    • Ombre-Sequined Mesh Knit 
    Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0380

      Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $47.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Midnight Drama Sequin Mini Dress
      Bring the drama as you dance the night away until the stroke of midnight in this gorg mini! The dress features a mock neck, long fitted sleeves, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, mid-thigh length with a form hugging fit. The sheer mesh fabric is adorned with all over sequins in an intricate pattern and includes a stretchy partial knit lining.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8692

      Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $21.97 $54.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Kiabeth Off Shoulder Midi Dress

      Special Occasion 

      Show those shoulders in our elegant Kiabeth midi dress!

      Fits & Features 

      • Fold Over, Off Shoulder Neckline
      • Short And Straight Off Shoulder Sleeves
      • Fitted Bodice With Vertical Seams 
      • High Waist Skirt
      • Mid-length Hem That Hits Mid Calf
      • Crepe Fabric
      • Moderate Stretch, Form Hugging Fit 

        Mauve: Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Royal: Model is 5'9" with a 34" 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: 05001-0290

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $19.97 $39.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Sale
      • Lovely Lace Off The Shoulder Mini Dress

        Strut your stuff in this pretty little lace dress. It features an off the shoulder design, unlined long sleeves, and a mini-length silhouette. Crafted from scalloped lace fabric and lined with a soft rib knit, this dress offers a moderate stretch fit. Zipper not included.  

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

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0231

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $10.97 $26.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Square Neck Faux Leather Mini Dress

        Add some edge to your wardrobe with this faux leather mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, square neckline with interior no-slip strip, cord spaghetti straps, princess seaming detail, and a mini length silhouette. Composed of sleek faux leather, it offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate amount of stretch. 

        Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small. 

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0545

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $10.97 $26.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Hot Commodity Satin Mini Dress

        You'll be such a hot commodity in this sultry satin mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, double spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back, a lower back zipper closure, a plunging V neckline, flattering princess seams leading to a high waist seam, and a mid-thigh length, curve hugging skirt.

        Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3490

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $42.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Stylishly Fierce Satin Midi Dress

        Stay stylishly fierce in this midi-length slip dress! The dress features adjustable shoulder straps, sleeveless bodice, square back with hidden zipper and hook and eye closure, cowl neckline, thigh-high slit formed by the wrap front, and a mid-length flowy fit. Composed of smooth satin with jacquard leopard print throughout, it offers no stretch. 

        Model is 5'8" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0535

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $48.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Long Sleeve Glitter Mini Dress

        Bring the glam with this glittering must have! It features a crew neck, fitted long sleeves, a small keyhole at the back with a single button closure. The slim fit bodice leads to a mini length silhouette that hugs curves in all the right places! Dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3489

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $13.97 $35.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Ruched One Shoulder Midi Dress

        Keep it fab and ruched with this sleek midi dress! It features a one shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve, a ruched left side seam and a midi length silhouette. Dress is composed of a double lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Zipper not included. 

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0412

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $13.97 $34.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Marvelous Mesh Mini Dress

        Marvel them all with this pretty mini dress! It features a partially unlined bodice, a mock neck, unlined mesh long sleeves with fringed cuffs , a sweetheart bust lining with padded cups and a fringe lace detailed waist that leads to a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of combination mesh, lace and crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes an exposed back zipper.

         

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3618

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $44.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Fearlessly Flashy Sequin Mini Dress

        Don't be afraid to be a little flashy bae! This sequin dress is bringing us life! The mini dress is designed with a square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, and a short, form-fitting silhouette that offers a moderate stretch. The fully lined mesh fabric is embroidered with sequins showcasing a swirling vintage pattern. Style this dress with sparkly earrings and a sleek clutch.

        Fit & Features

        • Sleeveless square neckline
        • Bungee spaghetti straps
        • Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
        • Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
        • Embroidered sequins, vintage pattern
        • Runs true to size

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1501

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $5.97 $49.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Tarryn Bring the Sparkle Heat Stone Midi Dress

        Special Occasion 

        Bring the sparkle to light up the night in this dazzling midi dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging sweetheart neckline with a built in no slip strip, molded padded cups with underwire for support and a double row of spaghetti straps. The slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging midi length silhouette. Dress is composed of a sheer mesh fabric embellished with heat stones throughout. Includes a bodysuit-like contrast bottom lining and a back zipper closure. Garment offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch.

        Model is 5'8" with a 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: 05001-0154

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $29.97 $79.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Taking The Plunge Mini Dress

        Take the plunge with this sultry mini dress! It features a wired V neckline, fitted long sleeves and a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a double lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

        Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0154

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $14.97 $36.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Wrapped In Metallic Mini Dress

        You'll find any excuse to go out with this dress in your closet! This dress features spaghetti straps, a wrap v-neckline with padded cups, square elastic back, and a mini-length silhouette with an asymmetrical cut hem. The garment is composed of a smooth metallic knit fabric, form-fitting, and offers a moderate amount of stretch. Zipper not included. 

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0628

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $25.97 $36.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Iridescent Dream Midi Dress

        Dazzle any event in the Iridescent Dream midi dress! This dress features fixed shoulder straps, a scoop neckline, and a midi length silhouette. The garment is composed of a rib knit and showcases iridescent, shimmering sequins throughout. Form-fitting, it offers a moderate amount of stretch and does not include a zipper. 

         Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0626

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $16.97 $42.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Taking The Plunge Mini Dress

        Take the plunge with this sultry mini dress! It features a wired V neckline, fitted long sleeves and a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a double lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

        Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0155

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $36.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Ribbed Knit Cut Out Midi Dress

        Ward off the chill with this cozy for keeps midi-length dress.

        Fits & Features

        • Plunging V Neckline
        • Long Sleeves
        • Large Cut-Out Detail At Back
        • Soft Knit Fabric I Fully Lined
        • Ample Stretch
        • 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: 05102-0361

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $13.97 $33.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Strike Of Midnight Glitter Mini Dress
        Anything is possible at the strike of midnight! This beautifully sparkling mini dress is designed with a strapless and straight neckline, a form fitting silhouette, and a mini hem that hits near mid thigh. Dress is fully lined with a smooth knit material, and outer is composed of a sheer mesh material that offers moderate stretch , and showcases a mesmerizing glitter that reflects a midnight blue. Don't forget to pick up the matching long duster to complete your completely mesmerizing look!

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0385

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $11.97 $28.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Layla Formal Sequin Midi Dress

        Special Occasion

        Bring the shine to match your glam taste in our sparkling Layla dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, short sleeves, a natural fit waist and a curve hugging midi length silhouette with bold side slit. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with sequins throughout. Garment offers a minimal stretch and includes a back zipper closure.

         

        Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4093

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $19.97 $49.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Velvet Glitter Mock Neck Mini Dress

        Shine brighter than ever in this glittery number! She features a chic mock neckline, sleeveless bodice, and a mini length silhouette. Composed of velvet, she's decked out in sparkly glitter, offers a form hugging fit with moderate stretch, fully lined, and includes a zipper at back. Glitter may transfer. 

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0170

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $34.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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      • Glitz And Shimmer Open Back Mini Dress

        Shine on glitter goddess! This dress features a crew neckline, fitted long sleeves, and a dramatic open back. Composed of a glitter mesh fabric, it offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate amount of stretch. 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: 05103-0435

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $13.97 $35.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
        • Clearance
      • Twinkling Moments Glitter Mini Dress

        Create a moment that will enchant in this twinkling mini dress! It features a plunging wrap V neckline, long sleeves with lightly padded shoulders, a mini length silhouette with envelope hem and ruching on the left seam. Dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric with geometric design. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Zipper not featured.

        Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.   

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0124

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $15.97 $39.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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      • Dazzle Diva Glitter Open Back Dress

        Dazzle like the diva you are in this shimmering mini dress!

        Fits & Features

        • Crew neckline
        • Fitted long sleeves
        • Dramatic open back with draped accent
        • Glitter mesh fabric I Fully lined
        • Form hugging fit with moderate stretch
        • Zipper not included
        • Glitter may transfer

         

        Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0121

        Category Name: Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $15.97 $40.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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