Short & Mini Dresses
Short and mini dresses deliver effortless style for any Fall invite. Go for curve-hugging bodycons or keep it flowy in chic A-line silhouettes—perfect for casual brunch plans, birthday GNOs, or dressy mixers. Fabrics like printed mesh, glittery sparkle, satin, and buttery jersey knit keep the lineup fresh, while rhinestones add a touch of glam. Flirty details come through in off-the-shoulder, cowl necklines, and halter designs, while florals, abstract swirls, cutouts, and hardware accents give each look a trendy edge.
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Short & Mini Dresses Built for Every Fall Plan
Make every moment a style statement with Windsor’s latest edit of short and mini dresses—designed to move with you from cozy brunches to starlit nights out. This season, lean into structured silhouettes, rich textures, and flattering fits that feel as good as they look.
Whether you're reaching for a ruffled skater mini or a sleek ruched bodycon, these dresses deliver effortless impact. Discover pieces in luxe satin, curve-hugging crepe, velvet, and soft mesh—each one tailored to elevate your cool-weather wardrobe with ease.
Trend-Forward Styles That Do It All
Slip into a knit mini dress for daytime polish or a strapless satin design when the lights go low. Mesh and embellished styles add texture and movement, while corset minis and wrap silhouettes bring structured charm. From coffee dates to holiday parties, these dresses adapt to every scene with refined versatility.
Seasonal Colors & Fabrics to Refresh Your Look
Explore trending hues like burgundy, emerald, and navy, or keep things timeless with classic black, ivory, and taupe. Luxe fabrics—velvet, satin, crepe, and ribbed knits—add warmth while bringing softness and structure to every step.
Pair yours with heeled booties and bold jewelry for an elevated finish, or go casual with sneakers and a faux leather jacket for a laid-back twist.
Dresses Made for Fall Highlights
Looking to shine? Discover short and mini dresses with glitter mesh, rhinestone trims, and lace-up backs—perfect for nights out, holiday dinners, and celebratory moments in style. For graduations or milestone events, our corset minis with flattering details and modern cuts are designed to make you unforgettable.
For a sleek and versatile staple, reach for a classic LBD or a chic asymmetric mini—easy to style, hard to ignore.
Polished to Playful—All in One Dress
Long-sleeve minis with belted waists bring polish to your day, while open-back bodycons and one-shoulder styles amp up the drama by night. Whether you're dressing up or dialing it back, Windsor’s short and mini dresses let you express your style with confidence.
Find your fit online, in-app, or at one of our 350+ Windsor stores and step into your next fall look with main character energy.
Are Short Dresses And Mini Dresses The Same?
Short dresses and mini dresses have similar silhouettes but are not always the same. Short dresses can vary in length and fit depending on your body shape and height. Both can have a hem that falls on the thigh, but above the knee like with a skater dress. Short dresses can also vary in dimension when designed with side or front drawstrings or ruffle ruching. Windsor mini dresses are usually the shorter style and come in sexy designs with front slits, asymmetrical hems, or open backs and stylish necklines. If you need to choose between a short dress or a mini dress, it’s best to consider the type of event and where the dress falls on your leg. These quick tips will help you be in style comfortably and get compliments on your keen fashion sense.
Can Short Dresses Be Formal?
Short dresses are typically seen as less formal, but with certain attributes and features, you can totally wear them to a special occasion. Sequin, beading, and heat stone embellishments elevate a short dress, as well as chic fabrics such as satin, velvet, glitter knit, chiffon, and taffeta. Party dresses and skater dresses should be explored for special occasions or events like graduations, 2025 Homecoming, or any wedding event from the rehearsal to the reception.
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Sheer Surprise Velvet Mesh Dress
Step and stun in this short dress for a night on the town! It features long sleeves, a mock neck with dual button closures, a keyhole cutout, a burnout velvet scroll, and sheer mesh inserts throughout the body-hugging silhouette. Complete the look with statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Long sleeves
- Mock neck with dual button closures
- Back keyhole cutout
- Body-hugging, short-length hem
- Burnout velvet scroll and sheer mesh inserts
- Partial lining, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1929
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Madilyn Strapless Bow Mini Dress
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Look and feel like such a cutie in the Madilyn mini dress that brings flirty allure to semi-formal parties and holiday events! She features a strapless square neckline with non-slip grip lining, flexible boning inserts along the fitted bodice, and dual pleat seams down the front and a slim fit silhouette. Turn-heads with her back bow detail that has a long-length train and a center slit accent along the hem. The formal dress is composed of a smooth woven fabric with lining and minimal stretch. Style with sparkly stiletto heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Strapless square neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Hidden side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Flexible boning, fitted bodice, dual pleat seams
- Slim, mini-length silhouette
- Smocked back with attached bow, train, center hem slit
- Lined smooth woven fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1534
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $39.97 $79.90
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A Moment In Satin Ruche Mini Dress
Take time to admire your beauty in this chic satin mini dress before heading out to the party! The dress features puff long sleeves, a sweetheart neck with a center ruched bust seam, a bodycon silhouette, and side ruching that accentuates your curves. Style with sparkly hoop earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Puff long sleeves
- Square neck
- Center ruched bust seam
- Bodycon silhouette
- Side ruching, mini-length hem
- Smooth satin, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2112
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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My Good Side Glitter Velvet Dress
This glitter velvet dress shows all of your good sides! It features a one-shoulder neckline, a single long sleeve, and a ruched side seam accentuating your curves along the form-hugging, short-length hem. Complete the look with a clutch purse for a semi-formal event.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Single long sleeve
- Ruched side seam
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Glitter velvet fabric, lined, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1923
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
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Kaylee Formal Woven Glitter Party Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the glitz to your school dance in the Kaylee formal short dress that radiates timeless glam! She features a sleeveless scoop neckline, a ruched bodice paired with an empire waistband, and adjustable spaghetti straps that cross at the back. Her high waist leads to a pleated party-length skater silhouette paired with hidden side pockets. The mini dress is composed of a woven glitter fabric with a full knit lining. Complete the look with sleek hoop earrings and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Ruched bodice, empire waistband
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, cross-back design
- Party-length skirt, skater silhouette, pleating, hidden side pockets
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Woven glitter fabric, full knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1153
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Clara Floral Velvet Mesh Dress
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Romantic and sultry, the Clara short dress brings allure to your next celebration or holiday dinner! She features a sweetheart neckline, a lightly padded bust, ruched long sleeves, and a bodycon silhouette with ruched side seams that accentuates your curves. The formal dress is composed of a floral velvet flocked pattern on mesh fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and moderate stretch. Style with rhinestone stiletto heels for a glam look!
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline, lightly padded bust
- Ruched long sleeves, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Sticky bra optional
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette, short hem
- Floral velvet flocked pattern
- Mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1359
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Main Character Vibes Velvet Dress
This velvet mini dress will give you main character energy at the party! The bodycon dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, and a ruched bust and side seams. Complete the look in metallic chunky heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Ruched bust and side seams
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Lined velvet fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1905
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Subtle Shine Satin Short Dress
The perfect satin dress for when you want subtle shine! This sleeveless dress features a one-shoulder neckline, rhinestone spaghetti strap, a side pleated seam that leads to the bodycon, asymmetrical short-length hem. Style with strappy block heels for the club!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Rhinestone spaghetti strap
- Side pleated seam
- Bodycon, asymmetrical short-length hem
- Lined silky satin fabric
- Moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4648
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
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Jada Sequin Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Looking to amp up the glitzy vibes at your next party? Style up the Jada sequin bodycon mini dress for a gorgeous outfit! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with padded cups, a sheer mesh insert at the center of the bust, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a faux wrap-front skirt, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The lined knit fabric features all-over sequin embroidery for a dazzling sheen. Complete the look with rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, center sheer mesh insert at the bust
- Padded cups, sticky bra optional
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Faux wrap-front skirt
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Sequin embroidery
- Sheer knit fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1169
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $56.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Ready For Midnight Sequin Mini Dress
You'll be ready for the clock to strike midnight in this shimmery sequin mini dress! It features a V-neck and back, long balloon-style sleeves, a tie-back design, front ruching, a mini-length hem with a faux wrap design, and a curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. The lined knit fabric features all-over sequin embroidery for the prettiest shine. Complete your NYE party look with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- V-neck and back
- Long balloon sleeves, elastic cinched hems
- Tie-back design, front ruching
- Mini-length hem, faux wrap-front design
- Fitted bodycon silhouette
- Sequin embroidery
- Sheer knit fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1883
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $25.97 $56.90
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Take The Plunge Crepe Short Dress
Fashion is all about taking risks! Take the plunge and chic up your look with this crepe short dress. It features a sleeveless mesh V-neck, shoulder straps, V-cut back, and a padded underwire bust atop a corset-style bodice with flexible boning. The front ruched seam flaunts your curves along the crepe bodycon skirt with a flirty hem slit. Style with fringe earrings for a cocktail party!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless mesh V-neck, shoulder straps
- V-cut back and zipper with hook-eye closure
- Padded underwire bust
- Corset-style bodice, flexible boning
- Bodycon, short hem, front ruched seam, and slit
- Lined crepe and mesh fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1840
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Alaiya Sequin Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Showcase a gorgeous sheen in the shimmering Alaiya sequin mini dress! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with padded cups, a sheer mesh insert at the center of the bust, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a faux wrap-front skirt, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. The lined knit fabric features all-over sequin embroidery to give the dress its luxe shine. Complete the look with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, center sheer mesh insert at the bust
- Padded cups, sticky bra optional
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Faux wrap-front skirt
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Sequin embroidery
- Sheer knit fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1168
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $56.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Winter Bliss Cutout Sweater Dress
You'll feel bliss with this sweater dress in your closet! It features long sleeves, a mock neck, a cutout bust, and a bodycon mini-length silhouette on stretchy rib-knit fabric. Style with over-the-knee boots to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Long sleeves
- Mock neck
- Cutout bust
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sweater rib-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1585
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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To The Nines Glitter Velvet Dress
Oh my, what a marvelous sight you'll be in this glitter velvet mini dress destined for the dance floor! The mini dress features long sleeves, a mock neck with dual button closures, a bodycon silhouette, and a short-length hem. Style with fringe earrings and heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Long sleeves
- Mock neck, dual button closures
- Bodycon silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Glitter pattern
- Lined velvet fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1906
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $5.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Pop The Bottle Rhinestone Trim Mini Dress
Pop the bottle and celebrate in this glamorous bodycon mini dress! It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, a mini-length asymmetric hem with a faux wrap-front design, cascading rhinestone fringe for the prettiest shine, and a curve-hugging silhouette. The smooth double-lined knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Style with rhinestone hoops and embellished heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Mini-length asymmetric hem, faux wrap-front design
- Rhinestone fringe trim
- Bodycon fit
- Double-lined knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1927
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $5.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dazzling Sequin Mesh X-Back Dress
Razzle and dazzle in this sequin mesh dress designed to create the perfect entrance! The dress features a sleeveless v-neck, bungee spaghetti straps that shape the open, x-back design, and a bodycon mini-length hem. Style with an envelope clutch to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neck
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Open x-back design
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin pattern mesh, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1828
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Party Season Sequin Bodycon Mini Dress
Show off your love for party season in this sequin mini dress that will bring the glam factor to your look! It features a square neckline with ruching at the bust, short puff sleeves, a mini-length, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette, and all-over sequin embroidery that will catch the light with each step you take. Complete your outfit with rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline, ruched bust
- Short puff sleeves, elasticized hems
- Square back design, zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Sequin embroidery
- Sheer knit fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1807
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Seriously Cute Satin Cutout Dress
Seriously cute for every semi-formal event this season! Slay in this satin mini dress featuring a one-shoulder neckline, a single long fitted sleeve, bodycon fit, asymmetrical hem, and a back cutout with a lower ruched seam to flaunt your curves. Complete the look with sleek hoop earrings.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Single long fitted sleeve
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length asymmetrical hem
- Back cutout, lower ruched seam
- Silky satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1726
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $20.97 $45.90
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Going Out Satin Slit Mini Dress
By the way, you'll be going out tonight in this stunning satin dress! It features a sleeveless square neck with a pleated, foldover design, spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a front-side slit accent. Style with a mesh rhinestone handbag to complete the look.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, pleated foldover design
- Spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Front side slit accent
- Mini-length hem
- Smooth satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4877
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alluring Chic Off-The-Shoulder Satin Mini Dress
Alluring and chic, this off-the-shoulder satin mini dress is a must-have for cocktail parties. It features a wired low V-neckline, long fitted sleeves, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette with a wrap-front design. The sleek satin-knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete the look with an embellished clutch.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder, wired low V-neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Back zipper closure, high waist seam
- Mini-length hem, wrap-front design
- Fitted bodycon silhouette
- Satin-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1866
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Disco Babe Glitter Knit Mini Dress
Shine bright on the dance floor in this eye-catching glitter knit mini dress! It features a square neckline, long loose balloon-style sleeves with tapered hems, ruching down the side seams, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The metallic glitter knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Complete the look with platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline
- Long balloon sleeves, tapered hems
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Metallic glitter knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1761
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Julie Sequin Scoop Neck Ruffle Dress
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Radiant the dance floor lights in the Julie sequin formal dress perfect for cocktail parties and celebrations! She features long sleeves, a scoop neck, a flirty front ruffle trim, and a short bodycon silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a sequin fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and moderate stretch. Style with platform heels to complete your party look!
Fit & Features
- Long sleeves, scoop neck
- Front ruffle trim
- Back zipper closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1529
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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The Hole Package Sweater Mini Dress
Babe, you'll be looking stunning from all angles in this sweater mini dress featuring a crew neck, long sleeves, front keyhole cutouts, button accents, and a bodycon silhouette on rib-knit fabric. Style with knee-high boots to complete the look.
Fit & Features
- Crew neck, long sleeves
- Front keyhole cutouts
- Button accents
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Rib-knit sweater fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1542
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Disco Lights Sequin Party Dress
Stun under the disco lights in this party-ready sequin short dress featuring a sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps that cross along the low-cut back, a bodycon silhouette, and a wrap front hem. Complete your club look in platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Cross straps, low-cut back
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap front short hem
- Sequin fabric, knit lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4618
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $5.97 $50.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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