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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Always Invited Rhinestone Strap Dress
With this slinky knit mini dress, you'll always be invited to the party! It features a sleeveless cowl neckline with sparkly rhinestone straps, a bodycon silhouette, and back ruched seams to accentuate your natural curves! Complete the look in glam strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Rhinestone straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Back ruched seam
- Slinky knit-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4212
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Life's A Gem Crepe Mini Dress
Live your life looking fabulous in this crepe mini dress ready to party! Featuring a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with rhinestone trim, adjustable and detachable straps, a built-in padded bust with underwire, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete your club look in a necklace and earrings set.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, sweetheart neckline
- Rhinestone trim, back zipper closure
- Adjustable and detachable straps
- Built-in padded underwire bust
- Bodycon mini silhouette
- Lined crepe fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4488
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Enchanted Magic Lace Up Skater Dress
Enchant the room with magical shine! This skater dress features a sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, a lace-up open-back design, and a short-length hem on glitter woven fabric. Complete the look in lace-up heels and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace-up, open-back design
- Skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Glitter woven fabric, knit lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1731
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $20.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Tonight's Look Glitter Mini Dress
Tonight is all about you in this glitter knit mini dress! Create a flawless glow in this sleeveless V-neck dress with sleek spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a front slit accent along the hem. The glitter knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete the look with a glitzy clutch purse.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Front slit accent
- Mini-length hem
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4524
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Eden Lace-Up Layered Skater Dress
Special Occasion
Light on its feet and big on charm, the Eden dress brings flirty movement to every step with its layered skater silhouette and soft, swirling hem. A lace-up back adds just the right touch of drama for your most RSVP-worthy moments.
Fit & Features
- Organza woven fabric, crinoline and woven linings
- Cowl neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Layered voluminous skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, weddings, birthdays, milestone celebrations, engagement parties, shower celebrations, date night, garden parties, cocktail soirees
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000071
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $159.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Put A Bow On It Glitter Mini Dress
This glitter mini dress will have you look like a sparkling gift gracing everyone with your presence! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps, a front knot bust accent, and side-ruched seams that hug your curves along the bodycon silhouette. Complete your club look in this mini-length dress with a satin clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps
- Front knot bust accent
- Side-ruched seams
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Glitter-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4561
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Beauty Doll Halter Faux Leather Mini Dress
Bring the glam vibes with this sleek faux leather mini dress! It features a sleeveless square neckline, thin halter straps, an underbust seam, a mini-length hem, and a curve-hugging bodycon silhouette to flaunt your figure. The patent faux leather fabric has minimal stretch. Complete your party look with pink platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Halter straps, hook and eye closures
- Dart seams, underbust seam
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Patent faux leather fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4573
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Wow Factor Glitter Chain Strap Dress
Amp up the wow factor in this iridescent glitter mini dress for your next club night! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline with chain straps and a bodycon silhouette. Complete your sultry look in glitzy earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Chain straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sheer iridescent glitter knit fabric, full knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4661
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Valerie Short Sleeveless Party Dress
Special Occasion
Sweet and flirty, the Valerie party dress is a must-have for Homecoming season! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a notched front design and a fold-over hem, a padded bust that eliminates the need for a bra, and adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit. Her pleated high waist leads to a short party skirt with a cute bubble hem and a fit-and-flare silhouette. Complete your look with sparkly rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, notch wire front design
- Padded bust, fold-over hem
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook-eye closure
- Pleated high waist, bubble hem, fit-and-flare silhouette
- Smooth taffeta fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1185
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kaitlyn Jacquard Party Short Dress
Special Occasion
Short and sweet, the Kaitlyn party dress is dance floor ready and brings the flirty charm! She features a sleeveless v-neckline with dual adjustable spaghetti straps, a lightly padded bust, and a high-waist seam leading to her tiered, ruffled short hem. The formal dress is composed of a sleek jacquard satin fabric with a knit lining and no stretch. Complete your dressy look in sparkly block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neckline, dual adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lightly padded bust, bra optional
- Back zipper closure
- High-waist seam
- Tiered, ruffle short-length hem
- Jacquard satin fabric, knit lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1130
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $56.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Twirl All Night Crepe Skater Dress
Twirl all night in this sassy crepe skater dress for your next fancy soiree! It features a sleeveless, sweetheart neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, built-in padded bust, mesh ruched bodice with piping, and a short flared hem. Complete the look in rhinestone heels for a sparkling glow.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, sweetheart neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded bust
- Mesh ruched bodice with piping
- Back zipper closure
- Short skater silhouette
- Crepe fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1730
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $20.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Into The Club Satin Cutout Dress
Strut into the club looking flawless in the satin mini dress featuring a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, a cutout waist, and side ruched seams that accentuate your natural curves along the bodycon silhouette. The smooth satin fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete your night out look with lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps
- Cutout waist
- Side ruched seams
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Smooth satin fabric, knit lining at the bust, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4465
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Laura Sequin Lace-Up Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Made to sparkle under the spotlight, the Laura sequin mini dress brings high-shine sophistication in a sculpting bodycon silhouette. With its intricate sequin pattern and daring lace-up cutout back, this dress was built for unforgettable entrances.
Fit & Features
- Sequin-embellished pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- V-neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace-up open back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthdays, bachelorettes, date nights, GNO, parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000324
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Flirt Mode Activated Ruched Mini Dress
This dress does the most with the least—aka, effortless wow. The V-neck, side ruching, and flirty A-line cut bring the heat for everything from date night to dance floors.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Side ruched seams
- A-line silhouette
- Uneven mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000300
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $36.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: EMERALD
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Betty Heat Stone Velvet Party Dress
Special Occasion
Betty is ready to show up at your party! She features a sleeveless cowl neckline with sleek bungee spaghetti straps that criss-cross along the back and a bodycon silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a luxurious velvet fabric with heat stone embellishments and a knit lining. Complete your dressy look in rhinestone spiral heels and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
- Bra-friendly design
- Criss-cross straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Heat stones, velvet, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1107
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marybelle Sequin A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Head to the school dance and unleash your inner sparkle girl in the Marybell sequin short dress showcasing flirtatious vibes all around! She features a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, an empire waistband with flexible boning, hidden side pockets to keep your hands warm, and an A-line silhouette. The formal mini dress is composed of a sequin-knit fabric with a knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete your party look in sassy heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Empire waistband, flexible boning, back zipper closure
- Hidden side pockets
- A-line silhouette, short-length hem
- Sequin-knit, lining, minimal stretch
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1145
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $39.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Hawt Honey Cutout Mini Dress
You'll be one hawt honey in this unforgettable mini dress showcasing sultry cutouts along the front and back, a mock neck, and a bodycon silhouette on smooth double-lined knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete the look in this mini-length dress with hoop earrings for a girl's night!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless mock neckline
- Front and back cutouts
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Smooth double-lined knit fabric
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4630
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunning Glitz Cutout Glitter Mini Dress
Showcase stunning glitz and glamour in this sultry glitter knit mini dress! It features a sleeveless asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline with a center cutout at the bust, alluring asymmetrical waist cutouts, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. Complete your night-out look with rhinestone hoops.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline
- Thin shoulder strap
- Cutout at the bust, asymmetrical waist cutouts
- Side ruching
- Bodycon, mini-length hem
- Glitter knit-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4654
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Next Trip Mesh Square Neck Dress
This square neck dress is ready for your next trip somewhere fab! The dress features adorable short puff sleeves, a ruched bust, an empire waist, and side ruched seams that contour to your curves along the mini, bodycon silhouette on mesh-lined fabric. Complete the look in lucite mules.
Fit & Features
- Sheer short puff sleeves, ruffled hems
- Square neckline
- Ruched bust, empire waist
- Side ruched seams
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1816
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Swept Away In Glitter Wrap Dress
Shimmer the night away in this glitter mini dress featuring an off-the-shoulder neckline, long sleeves, a side ruched seam that accentuates your curves, and an asymmetrical wrap hem. Complete the look in lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Long sleeves
- Side ruched seam
- Bodycon silhouette
- Asymmetrical wrap hem
- Glitter-knit fabric, lined, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4514
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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On The Move Satin Mini Dress
You'll be on the move showcasing chic style in this sleek satin mini dress. It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, thin halter straps with chunky chain-link detailing, ruching down the sides and back, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. Complete the look with lace-up stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Thin halter straps, tie-back design, chain-link detailing
- Ruching down the sides and back
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Smooth satin-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4523
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Off My Mind Ponte Bodycon Dress
Leave your worries behind cause you'll be looking and feeling so sultry in this little black dress at the party! It features an off-the-shoulder neckline, non-slip grip lining, a lightly padded bust, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem with a slit accent. Complete the look with a statement clutch.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Non-slip grip lining, back zipper closure
- Lightly padded bust
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem with front slit
- Lined Ponte fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1713
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Amore Strapless Pleated Satin A-Line Mini Dress
Fall instantly in love with this flattering satin mini dress, boasting a chic pleated strapless neckline and an A-line silhouette. It's perfect for brides, birthday babes, and date nights! Complete the look with earrings.
Fit & Features
- Smooth satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless pleated neckline
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-6001
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Va Va Voom Satin Rhine Strap Dress
Jaws will drop when you enter the club in this satin mini dress showcasing all the glamorous vibes! It features a sleeveless square neckline, dual rhinestone straps, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in stiletto heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Dual rhinestone straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Lined stretch satin fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4487
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $5.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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