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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Tara Heat Stone Mesh Bodycon Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the heat to your fab night out look in the Tara mesh bodycon dress! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a padded bust that eliminates the need for a bra, a center keyhole cutout, bungee spaghetti straps, ruching down the side seams, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features all-over iridescent heat stone embellishments for the prettiest sparkle. Complete the look with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, center keyhole cutout
- Built-in padded bust
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length hem, form-fitting silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Mini heat stone embellishments
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1111
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Out Of Office Ruched Mini Dress
Log off and get ready for a relaxing getaway in this ruched knit mini dress. It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching down one side leading to an adjustable drawstring, and a mini-length, asymmetrical hem. The smooth knit fabric features an all-over tropical palm leaf print. Style with espadrille sandals and your favorite shades.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- High waist seam
- Ruching down one side seam, adjustable drawstring
- Short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette, asymmetrical hem
- Stretchy knit fabric, tropical palm leaf print
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4691
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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A Trendy Fave Mesh Mini Dress
This adorable mini dress will be a new trendy fave! It features a sleeveless square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, ruching down the side seams, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features an all-over tie-dye print pattern. Complete the look with clear mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length, form-fitting, bodycon silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Tie-dye print
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4679
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Simple Smooth Knit Mini Dress
Style up this simple smooth knit mini dress for adorable date looks! It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching down the side seams, a wrap-front design, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. Complete the outfit with strappy mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruching down the side seams
- Wrap-front
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Brushed knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4594
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $25.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Babe Faux Suede Mini Dress
Step it up with a mini dress that showcases those trendy-chic vibes! It features a sleeveless scoop neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back lace-up design, a fitted high waist seam, and a short, form-fitting silhouette. Style with knee-high boots.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Cross-back, lace-up strappy design, tie closure
- Fitted high waist seam
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Smooth faux suede fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4491
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Chantel Sequin Cutout Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Made for the spotlight, the Chantel brings shimmer and structure with sequin embellishment, a flattering bodycon fit, and that sleek square neckline. Turn around for a surprise cutout back moment that keeps all eyes on you.
Fit & Features
- Sequin-embellished fabric
- Square neckline, padded bra cups
- Wide shoulder straps
- Back cutout, hook strap, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, bachelorettes, date night, birthdays, cocktail parties, rooftop hotel bars, milestone celebrations, holidays
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000154
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Swept Off Your Feet Mesh Mini Dress
You'll be totally swept off your feet in this charming and chic mini dress! It features a sweetheart neckline, a small cutout under the bust, short sheer puff sleeves that can be worn off-the-shoulder, ruched detailing down the side seams, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The dress is composed of a sheer patterned mesh fabric with a knit lining. Style with strappy mules.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline, small cutout under the bust
- Short sheer puff sleeves, elastic ruffled hems
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Sheer patterned mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1640
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Love The Lace One-Shoulder Mini Dress
You'll absolutely love the lacy details of this chic mini dress! It features a one-shoulder neckline with a single long sheer balloon sleeve, a high waist seam with an alluring side cutout, ruching down the side seams, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The sheer lace fabric includes a partial knit lining. Complete the look with strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Single long sheer balloon sleeve, elastic cinched hem
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, side cutout
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Sheer lace fabric, partial knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1694
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Sweet On You Strapless Mini Dress
She’s sweet, sleek, and totally crush-worthy. With its smooth satin-like finish and flirty A-line fit, this strapless mini dress is your go-to for first impressions that last.
Fit & Features
- Smooth satin-like knit fabric, bust lining, high stretch
- Strapless wrap neckline
- Curve-hugging A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000244
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $36.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: L
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A Sultry Moment Mesh Mini Dress
Have a sultry style moment in this chic mesh mini dress. It features an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline, sheer short drape sleeves, ruching at the bodice, ruching down the sides, and a short, curve-hugging bodycon silhouette. Complete the look with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline
- Sheer short drape sleeves
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Ruching at the bodice
- Ruching down the sides
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1157
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Only Chic Vibes Vest Dress
Bring only chic vibes in this on-trend fitted vest dress. It features a sleeveless bodice, a V-neckline with a lapel collar, a button-down front, and a mini-length silhouette. Style this crepe woven dress with an embossed handbag and strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless bodice
- V-neckline, lapel collar
- Button-down front
- Mini-length hem, fitted silhouette
- Crepe woven fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06204-1399
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Be My Sweetheart Ruche Mini Dress
Show your sweet side for date night in this mini dress featuring a sleeveless, sweetheart neck, spaghetti straps, a lightly padded bust, side ruching, and a bodycon silhouette on lined knit fabric that fits your body like a glove. Complete the look in a chic ring set and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, sweetheart neck, spaghetti straps
- Lightly padded bust
- Side ruching
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Lined knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4708
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alluring Accents Bodycon Mini Dress
You'll love the alluring accents of this trendy-chic bodycon mini dress. It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, a revealing side cutout at the waist, ruching down one side with an adjustable drawstring, and a short, curve-hugging fit. The smooth knit fabric features an all-over snake print pattern. Style this dress with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Side cutout at the waist
- Ruching down one side, adjustable drawstring
- Bodycon silhouette, mini hem
- Snake print, lined knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4473
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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What's The Ruche Mesh Mini Dress
The latest dish everyone will be talking about is you in this mesh mini dress! Hit the town with the girls in this spicy little number featuring a sleeveless, square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, and all-over ruched seams that complement the bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in sleek hoop earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- All-over ruched seams
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Mesh-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4444
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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One Love Sweetheart Sweater Dress
The sweater dress your wardrobe needs! It features a sleeveless, sweetheart neckline, shoulder straps, a ruched bust seam, and a flirty cutout waist leading to the bodycon, mini-length silhouette. Complete the look in statement earrings.
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Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, sweetheart neckline, shoulder straps
- Ruched bust seam
- Cutout waist
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Hacci ribbed-knit fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4751
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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High Tea Chiffon Tiered Skater Dress
This chiffon skater dress is cute as can be for high tea at noon! Look and feel classy in the ruffle mock neck, long peasant sleeves adorning the pleated waist, and tiered ruffled skater skirt. Complete the look in duster earrings.
Fit & Features
- Ruffle mock neck, long peasant sleeves
- Pleated waist
- Tiered ruffle skater skirt
- Back zipper closure
- Chiffon fabric, inner lining, no stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1532
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $5.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Short And Sweet Crepe Mini Dress
Keep the night short and sweet in this fab mini dress! It features a v-neckline, balloon long sleeves, and a wrap-fitted bodice on a bodycon silhouette. Composed of a crepe fabric. Style with sparkly statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- V-neckline
- Balloon long sleeves
- Wrap-fitted bodice
- Bodycon silhouette
- Short length hem
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1297
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bling On The Glam Sweater Dress
Bring the glam to the night in this sexy sweater dress featuring a sleeveless, boat neck, spaghetti straps, and side cutouts with hoop insets along the bodycon mini-length hem. Complete the look in chic platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, boat neck, spaghetti straps
- Side cutouts, hoop insets
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sweater ribbed-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1603
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Patricia Feather Detail Sequin Short Dress
Special Occasion
Fab, flirty, and oh-so-fine! Patricia is perfect for all-night dancing at your next dressy event. She features a one-shoulder neckline, a tank-style strap with a feather trim, a high waist seam, and a form-fitting short hem. Her sequin embroidery radiates the light to have you shimmer all night long! Complete the look with a hair clip for a chic hairstyle.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Tank-style strap, feather trim
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- High waist seam
- Form-fitting. short hem
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Sequin-embroidery, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1038
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sparkle Party Glitter Cowl Mini Dress
Ready to party? This glitter mini dress sure is! It features a sleeveless, cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, and a form-fitting silhouette on a short hem. Complete the look in earrings and lucite heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neck
- Spaghetti straps
- Form-fitting silhouette
- Short hem
- Glitter knit fabric | Moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4250
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Steff Sequin Ruched Party Dress
Special Occasion
Leave your mark on the night in the Steff sequin mini party dress that dazzles from every angle! She features long bishop sleeves, a V-neckline, a bodycon silhouette, and a center front drawstring so you can customize the fit along the mini-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-knit lined fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete your dressy look in nubuck heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Long bishop sleeves, V-neckline, back zipper closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Center front adjustable drawstring
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin-knit lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Bra-friendly design
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1001
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Kimia Sequin Floral Strapless Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Soft shimmer, floral detail—the Kimia formal dress feels like a love letter in dress form. Designed in lined floral mesh with glimmering sequin embroidery, this strapless mini dress defines your shape with soft structure, finished with a draped cowl detail at the neck and pleating at the waist for that effortlessly luxe effect.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with floral print, full-length knit lining, moderate stretch
- All-over clear sequin embroidery
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, no-slip strip, padded bust
- Draped cowl neck overlay
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Pleating, mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthday parties, bridal showers, dressed-up dinners, and formal date nights.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000074
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: LAVENDER
Available Size: M, L
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Silky Stunner Mini Dress With Sash
This silky satin dress may cause compliments! Catch all eyes on you in this strapless mini dress featuring a sweetheart neckline, front twists with cutout accents, a front side sash, and a form-hugging fit that will hug your curves on the stretch satin-lined fabric. Complete the look in spiral rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Strapless, sweetheart neckline
- Front twists, cutout accents
- Front side sash
- Form-hugging fit
- Mini-length hem
- Silky satin-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4550
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ready For It Bodycon Mini Dress
You'll be ready for a chic night out in this alluring bodycon mini dress. It features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline with a tank strap, a revealing side cutout at the waist, ruching down one side with an adjustable drawstring, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style with rhinestone hoops and strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, tank strap
- Side cutout at the waist
- Ruching down one side, adjustable drawstring at the hem
- Mini-length, form-fitting, bodycon silhouette
- Smooth knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4504
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale