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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Mesh Affection Cold Shoulder Dress
Capture the attention of the club in this mesh cold shoulder dress! It features sheer long sleeves with split cuffs, spaghetti straps, an empire waist seam, and a curve-hugging silhouette with side ruching and a mini-length hem. Complete the look in sassy heels.
Fit & Features
- Cold shoulder neckline
- Sheer long sleeves, split cuffs, spaghetti straps
- Empire waist seam
- Curve-hugging, side ruching
- Mini-length hem
- Mesh-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4599
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sleek And Chic Leopard Print Mini Dress
Elevate your everyday outfits with this sleek and chic satin mini dress. It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a flirty short A-line silhouette, and an all-over trendy leopard print pattern. Style with an oversized blazer and strappy mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Leopard print
- Smooth woven satin fabric, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4701
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Appeal Halter Mini Dress
Keep your night out look chic and sultry with this bold LBD. The mini dress features a sleeveless halter neckline with a chunky gold chain-link strap, a wrap-front design at the bust with a major front cutout at the waist, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style with sleek hoops and strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless halter neckline
- Adjustable chain-link strap, lobster clasp closure
- Wrap-front design at the bust, front cutout at the waist
- Mini-length, form-fitting, bodycon silhouette
- Smooth knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4467
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Elaina Beaded Halter Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Designed to dazzle from every angle, the Elaina mini dress turns up the charm with a curve-hugging bodycon silhouette and high-shine beading that catches the light just right. The halter V-neck and open back add just enough drama for your chicest RSVP yet.
Fit & Features
- Beaded embellished, mesh-lined fabric
- Halter V-neckline, padded bra cups
- Open back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthdays, date nights, bachelorettes, Vegas, GNO, dinner parties, cocktail soirees, rooftop hotel bars, glam events
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2569
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $74.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Effortless Muse Chiffon Skater Dress
Showcase your effortless beauty in this airy chiffon skater dress. It features a sweetheart neckline with ruffled trim and a pleated bust, long bishop sleeves, a fitted high waistband, and a tiered skater skirt with a short hem and a fit and flare silhouette. Style this skater dress with your fave mules.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline, ruffled trim, pleated bust
- Long sheer bishop sleeves, cinched hems
- Smocked back design, fitted high waistband
- Fit and flare silhouette
- Tiered skater short-length skirt
- Chiffon fabric fabric, woven lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1650
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Getaway Vibes Mini Sweater Dress
This chic mini sweater dress was made for weekend getaways. It features a sleeveless V-neckline, tank shoulder straps, a square back design, a braided knit trim, and a short, form-fitting silhouette. Complete the look with sleek hoops and your fave shades.
Shop More Sweater Dresses: Sweater Dress Collection
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Tank shoulder straps
- Square back design
- Braided knit trim
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Sweater knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1425
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sun's Out Halter Button Mini Dress
Sun's out, shoulders out! This halter mini dress is perfect for a sunny day out and about. It features a sleeveless bodice, collared neckline, a partial open-back, button-down front, and a bodycon silhouette on sweater rib-knit fabric. Complete the look in a dainty ring set.
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Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, halter collared neckline
- Partial open-back
- Button-down front
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sweater rib-knit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1463
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Give A Twirl Linen Skater Dress
Have your twirl-worthy moment in this linen skater dress perfect for casual parties! It features three-quarter-length puff sleeves with ruffled hems, a square neckline, a babydoll-style seam, a flirty open-back with an elasticized lattice strap, and a short-length hem with a flared-out skater silhouette. Complete the look in this skater dress with strappy stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Three-quarter-length puff sleeves, ruffled elastic cinched hems
- Square neckline
- Babydoll style seam
- Open-back, elasticized lattice strap
- Short skater silhouette
- Plaid linen fabric, lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4717
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $5.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Curves Ahead Crepe V-Neck Mini Dress
Flaunt your curves on this crepe mini dress that hugs your body like an hourglass! It features a sleeveless, v-neck, spaghetti straps, an asymmetrical faux wrap skirt, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete your club look in glitzy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, v-neck, spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Asymmetrical faux wrap skirt
- Mini-length hem
- Crepe fabrication
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4481
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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It Girl Energy Satin Mini Dress
Bring that it girl energy to your look in this sleek satin mini dress. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a twist-front design, a built-in padded bust, a center keyhole cutout, spaghetti straps, ruched detailing down the sides, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. Style with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Twist-front design, padded bust, keyhole cutout
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Smooth satin fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1284
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
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Keep It In Check Plaid Mini Dress
Keep your stylish look in check with this plaid knit mini dress. It features a collared V-neckline, short sleeves, and a mini-length hem with a form-hugging, bodycon silhouette. Complete the 'fit with a dainty layered necklace and booties.
Fit & Features
- Collared V-neckline
- Short fitted sleeves
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Plaid print
- Smooth knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4743
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $26.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bow And Behold Sequin Mini Dress
Serving flirty charm with a side of sparkle. This strapless mini dress gives total doll energy with a bow front and flattering curve-hugging fit—perfect for celebrations, afterparties, and everything in between!
Fit & Features
- Sequin embellished fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless tube neckline, no-slip grip lining, padded bra cups
- Statement front bow
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Curve-hugging fit
- Subtle flared mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000773
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: SILVER
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Trendy Deets Knit Mini Dress
You'll love the trendy deets of this ribbed knit mini dress! It features a crew neckline, short sleeves, a cute side cutout with ruching and an adjustable drawstring, and a short, form-hugging fit. Style with clear mules.
Fit & Features
- Crew neckline
- Short fitted sleeves
- Side cutout, ruching, adjustable drawstring
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Ribbed knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4544
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $24.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Denim Days Square Neck Mini Dress
Give your jeans a break but keep the denim spirit! You'll find yourself reaching for this denim mini dress of those days spent with friends or exploring the city. It features a sleeveless, square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, princess seam detailing on the bodycon silhouette, and a back zipper closure. Complete the look in simple earrings and sneakers.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper closure
- Princess seam detailing
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Denim fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4571
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Chic Classic Style Mini Dress
Showcase a chic classic style in this curve-hugging mini dress. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, a built-in padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, a short, bodycon silhouette with a wrap-front skirt, and side ruched detailing. Complete your night-out look with a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, built-in padded bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- High waistband, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length, bodycon silhouette
- Wrap-front skirt, side ruching
- Ponte knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1669
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Everyday Trendsetter Mock Neck Mini Dress
This adorable mini dress is a must-have for an everyday trendsetter like yourself. It features a sleeveless mock neckline, tank shoulder straps, and a short, form-hugging fit. The soft ribbed knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style with a cute shoulder bag and sneakers.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless mock neckline
- Tank shoulder straps
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Ribbed knit fabric, knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4706
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Mesh Muse Bodycon Mini Dress
You'll be a total fashion muse in this chic mesh mini dress. It features a one-shoulder off-the-shoulder neckline with a sheer mesh overlay, ruched detailing down the side seams, a mini-length hem, and a curve-hugging bodycon silhouette. The lined mesh fabric offers a moderate stretch. Style this short dress with strappy stilettos for a girl's night out.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder off-the-shoulder neckline, sheer mesh overlay
- Side zipper, hook and eye closure
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length hem
- Form-hugging bodycon silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4497
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $5.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Keep Knit Chill Color Block Mini Dress
Keep your look chill for a coffee run or casual hang in this color block mini dress. Featuring short sleeves, a collared neckline, a button-down front, and a bodycon silhouette on stretchy, rib-knit fabric. Complete the look in sleek hoop earrings.
Fit & Features
- Short sleeves
- Collared neckline
- Button-down front
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Color block pattern
- Rib-knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4466
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Made My Mark Crepe Mini Dress
Make your mark as the best dressed in the club! This crepe mini dress will be the hit of the night featuring a sleek, sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps, an open caged back design, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in glam earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, square neck, spaghetti straps
- Open caged back design
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Lined crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4456
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Masie Lace Corset Lace-Up Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The Masie mini dress stuns with sculpted curves and sheer lace drama. This bodycon mini dress features a structured lace corset bodice and a lace-up back designed to cinch, contour, and command the spotlight.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit-lined fabric
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Spaghetti straps
- Sheer lace structured corset bodice
- Lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthdays, date nights, GNO, Vegas, bachelorettes, cocktail soirees, rooftop restaurants and bars
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000143
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: M
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Liliane Velvet Lace-Up Party Dress
Special Occasion
Liliane brings subtle glamour to the party in luxurious velvet that shapes this flirty short formal dress for your upcoming fancy soirees! She features a sleeveless, square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a sultry open-back with lace-up closure. Her high waist seam leads to a skater-style silhouette with side pockets perfect for keeping your hands warm. Complete your dressy look in a statement bracelet and clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Adhesive bra recommended
- Open-back, lace-up closure
- High waist seam, side pockets
- Skater silhouette, short-length hem
- Luxe velvet fabric
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1114
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Jodie Satin Skater Corset Dress
Special Occasion
Designed to dazzle with every step, the Jodie satin dress is elegance in motion. Crafted with a sculpting corset bodice and sweetheart strapless neckline, this mini-length skater dress turns timeless structure into a modern fairytale, with hidden side pockets for an effortlessly poised finish.
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric, crinoline and woven linings
- Sweetheart strapless neckline,cowl pelated drape, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Structured corset bodice, flexible boning inserts
- V-waist drop seam, hidden side pockets
- Voluminous skater silhouette, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
School dances, weddings, bridal shower, engagement party, reception dress, rehearsal dinner, birthdays, milestone celebrations, black tie events
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000060
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $99.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dreamy Throwback Halter Short Dress
Channel your inner pop princess with this short dress that brings all the glam! The dress features a retro swirl print, a halter neckline with bungee spaghetti straps, dual ruching through hip and hem, and a short length. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete your look with butterfly clips and chrome heels.
Fit & Features
- Retro swirl print
- Halter neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
- Dual ruching
- Short length hem
- Bodycon fit
- Lined mesh fabric
- Moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4742
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Alluring Ruched Bodycon Mini Dress
Catch all the glances in this alluring ruched bodycon mini dress. It features a sleeveless V-neckline, dual spaghetti straps, a bold open back with a cross-back strappy design, all-over ruching, and a short fitted silhouette that will hug your curves. Style with sleek hoop earrings and strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Dual spaghetti straps
- Open back, cross-back strappy design
- All-over ruched detailing
- Mini-length hem, form-fitting silhouette
- Lined smooth knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4473
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale