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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Ready To Stun Velvet Mini Dress
Get ready to stun with a mini dress that wows with luxe details! The dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, flexible boning, adjustable spaghetti straps, a corset-like bodice, a ruched body, and an asymmetrical silhouette. The dress is composed of a velvet fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with chrome heels and an anklet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Flexible boning
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Corset-like bodice
- Ruched body, asymmetrical silhouette
- Velvet fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1149
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Kadence Formal Heatstone Cowl Neck Bodycon
Special Occasion
Glow up with a formal mini bodycon dress that brings this sparkle to your evening! Kadence features a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, dazzling heatstones, and a mini-length silhouette. The mini dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels and a sequin clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Heatstone embellishments
- Mini-length silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Form-hugging bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0706
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $48.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sleek And Stylish Vibes Mini Dress
Get those sleek and stylish vibes for date night in this chic mini dress. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with padded cups, spaghetti straps, a corset-designed bodice with a satin fabric, and a short, lined mesh skirt with ruched detailing, an asymmetrical wrap design, and a curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the look with clear mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, built-in padded cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Corset-designed bodice, satin-lined fabric
- Back zipper closure
- Asymmetrical wrap mini skirt
- Bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size, minimal stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3990
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $46.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Total Style Stunner Velvet Mini Dress
Show up and stun with a mini dress that keeps it flashy and chic! The dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching, and a wrap mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a velvet fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone anklet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruching
- Wrap silhouette
- Mini-length
- Velvet fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4060
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Bold Diva Ruched Satin Mini Dress
If you're all about those bold vibes when it comes to your style, this satin mini dress is definitely for you. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with ruched and padded cups, spaghetti straps, hook and eye front closures, a ruched panel design down the front, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the look with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, ruched and padded cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Hook and eye front closures
- Ruched panel design
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Smooth satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3991
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Laurie Rhinestone Velvet Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the drama in the glamorous and chic Laurie mini dress. She features a one-shoulder neckline with a long fitted sleeve, a flattering high waist, ruching down the sides, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The velvet fabric showcases all-over rhinestone embellishment for a luxe vibe. Style this dress with sparkly hoops.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Single long fitted sleeve
- High waist seam, side ruching
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Velvet fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Rhinestone embellishment
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0758
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $69.90
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Shine On Glitter Velvet Mini Dress
Shine on with a mini dress that brings the glow to your look! The dress features a sleeveless scoop neckline, spaghetti straps, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a glitter velvet fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with stiletto heels and a satin clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Mini length silhouette
- Glitter velvet fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3980
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
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Cross Out The Drama Bodycon Dress
Cut the drama from your life in a dress that features a halter neck, cross-straps at the bodice, a sexy cutout at the midriff, a bold open back, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a cotton knit fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules.
Fit & Features
- Halter neck
- Cross-straps at bodice
- Cutout at the midriff
- Open back
- Mini-length silhouette
- Cotton knit fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4392
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $25.90
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Sassy In Sequins Skater Dress
Get a flirtatious and sassy style in this adorable sequin-adorned skater dress. It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, an open back with a strappy lace-up design, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. Add even more sparkle to your look with rhinestone hoops.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps
- Open back, lace-up design
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- High waist seam
- Short skater silhouette
- Sequin mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1154
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Double The Glam Crepe Skater Dress
Bring double the glamour with a dress that impresses with chic details! The dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline, long sleeves, and a layered skater skirt silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with sling-back heels and a statement necklace.
Fit & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline, V-neck bust
- Long sleeves
- Layered skater silhouette
- Lined crepe fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1165
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Glow-Getter Glitter Knit Mini Dress
Achieve a gorgeous glow in this curve-hugging glitter knit mini dress! It features a sleeveless square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, an open back with lower back straps, and an asymmetrical wrap-front skirt. The glitter knit fabric gives off a stunning metallic-like finish. Complete the outfit with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Open back, dual lower back straps
- High waist seam, asymmetrical wrap-front skirt
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4000
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Favorite Staple Striped Cutout Mini Dress
Slip into this striped mini dress with a flirty cutout and bodycon fit - it'll be your favorite staple all season long!
Fit & Features
- Striped pattern, stretchy rib knit fabric
- Strapless neckline
- Cutout accent
- Bodycon fit
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-000015
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $38.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sultry Glam Corset Mini Dress
Bring the sultry glam vibes to your next night out look in this chic mini dress. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, lined, structured, and padded cups, and spaghetti straps with front chain detailing. The dress has a corset-designed bodice with a sheer mesh illusion waist, a partially open back, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the outfit with gold statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, lined, structured, and padded cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, front chain detailing
- Corset-designed bodice, sheer mesh illusion waist
- Partially open back, sheer mesh strap with hook and eye closures
- Lower back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Sheer mesh and knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4115
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $46.90
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Stunning Beauty Ruched Mini Dress
Stun on them with a chic mini dress that is perf for your next date night! The dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline with a sweetheart bust, padded cups, ruched long sleeves, a ruched body, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules.
Fit & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline
- Sweetheart bust, padded cups
- Long ruched sleeves
- Ruched body
- Mini length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1231
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Street Rider Graphic Lace-Up Tee
Show off your need for speed with a graphic tee that gives your look an edgy feel. The tee features a crew neckline, short sleeves, a graphic that reads: " The Street Riders", an image of a skull with a helmet, and a lace-up front. The tee is composed of a cotton knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with combat boots.
Fit & Features
- Crew neckline
- Short sleeves
- Graphic: "The Street Riders"
- Image of a skull with helmet
- Lace-up front
- Cotton knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06002-1024
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glitzy And Gorgeous Glitter Knit Skater Dress
You'll look oh-so-glitzy and gorgeous in this flirty glitter knit skater dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, dual spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back strap design, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. Style this glamorous dress with rhinestone statement earrings and embellished heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Princess seams
- Dual spaghetti straps
- Cross-back strap design
- High waist, short skater skirt, fit and flare silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0822
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Night Out Chic Mini Dress
Achieve a chic look for your next night out in this simple yet sexy mini dress! It features a sleeveless square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, princess seams, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Princess seams
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Coated faux leather fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3908
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Hauntingly Stylish Mesh Mini Dress
You'll look hauntingly stylish in this form-hugging mini dress! It features a sleeveless crew neckline, tank shoulder straps, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette. The sheer mesh fabric includes a full lining and showcases an all-over spiderweb print, perf for spooky season! Wear this dress with sleek hoop earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless crew neckline
- Tank shoulder straps
- Short, form-hugging silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Spiderweb pattern
- Runs true to size
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Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4141
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $30.90
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Glow Hour Glitter Mini Dress
Shine on girl with a dress that brings the dazzle to your look! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, a ruched body, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lurex glitter knit that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with chrome heels and an anklet.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Ruched body
- Mini-length silhouette
- Lurex glitter knit fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3954
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Majorly Chic One-Shoulder Mini Dress
Give off majorly chic vibes in this on-trend mesh mini dress! It features a one-shoulder neckline, a long sheer fitted sleeve with ruched detailing, ruching down the sides, and a short, asymmetrical hem with a curve-hugging silhouette. Complete the outfit with strappy heels and rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Long sheer fitted sleeve, ruching
- Side zipper and hook and eye closure
- Side ruching
- Mini-length, asymmetrical hem, form-fitting silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4008
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Major Flirt Sleeveless Skater Dress
Showcase your flirty style in this adorable sleeveless skater dress. It features a V-neckline, dual spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back strap design, a short skater skirt with a faux wrap front, and a fit and flare silhouette. Complete the look with cute block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Dual spaghetti straps
- Cross-back strap design
- High waist, short skater skirt, faux wrap front
- Fit and flare silhouette
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1166
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Too Cute to Care Babydoll Mini Dress
Low effort, high reward kind of vibe. This babydoll mini dress features a strappy cutout back and hidden pockets—aka your new throw-on-and-slay essential.
Fit & Features
- Poplin woven fabric
- Square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Spaghetti strap tie-back and cutout accent
- Hidden side pockets
- Babydoll silhouette, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000092
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Totally Chic One-Shoulder Mini Dress
You'll be too chic to handle in this must-have mini dress. It features a one-shoulder neckline, a long fitted sleeve, ruching down one side leading to a sultry front slit, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with strappy stilettos for a night out.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Single long fitted sleeve
- Side ruched detailing
- Front slit
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Crepe fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4099
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Glam Night Out Satin Wrap Mini Dress
Make your look a glam one with a mini dress that will have you ready for your GNO! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching, and an asymmetrical wrap silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with slight stretch. Complete look with heels and door knocker earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruching
- Asymmetrical wrap silhouette
- Satin fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3974
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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