Short & Mini Dresses
From daytime plans to nights out, short and mini dresses do it all. This edit mixes casual, easy minis with party-ready styles, from breezy A-line silhouettes to curve-hugging bodycons. Look for printed mesh, glossy satin, sparkle fabrics, and soft jersey knits that transition effortlessly through the day. Details like rhinestones, cutouts, and hardware accents add a little edge, while off-the-shoulder, cowl, and halter necklines keep the silhouettes feeling fresh. Whether it’s casual plans, sorority mixers, festivals, concerts, or a night out clubbing, these short and mini dresses are ready for whatever’s on the calendar.
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Short & Mini Dresses Made for Every Plan
Make every moment a style statement with Windsor’s latest edit of short and mini dresses—designed to move with you from casual brunches to late-night plans. These styles lean into flattering silhouettes, lightweight textures, and easy fits that feel as good as they look.
Whether you're reaching for a flirty skater mini or a sleek ruched bodycon, these dresses deliver effortless impact. Discover pieces in smooth satin, airy chiffon, soft mesh, and stretch crepe—each one made to elevate your look with ease.
Trend-Forward Styles That Do It All
Slip into a knit mini dress for daytime polish or a strapless satin style when the night calls. Mesh and embellished designs add texture and movement, while corset minis and wrap silhouettes bring a structured yet light feel. From coffee dates to nights out, these dresses adapt to every moment with refined ease.
Fresh Colors & Lightweight Fabrics
Explore trending hues like soft pastels, vibrant brights, and sun-washed neutrals, or keep it classic with black, white, and beige tones. Lightweight fabrics—chiffon, satin, crepe, and breathable knits—bring a soft, airy finish to every look.
Pair yours with strappy heels and delicate jewelry for an elevated feel, or go casual with sneakers and a light layer for an easy, everyday outfit.
Dresses Made for Standout Moments
Looking to shine? Discover short and mini dresses with glitter mesh, rhinestone trims, and lace-up backs—perfect for birthdays, vacations, and nights out. For graduations or special events, corset minis with flattering details and modern cuts are designed to make you feel unforgettable.
For a sleek and versatile staple, reach for a classic LBD or a chic asymmetric mini—easy to style, always impactful.
Polished to Playful—All in One Dress
Long-sleeve minis with lightweight fabrics bring polish to your day, while open-back bodycons and one-shoulder styles turn up the drama at night. Whether you're dressing up or keeping it casual, Windsor’s short and mini dresses let you show up with confidence.
Find your fit online, in-app, or in-store and step into your next look with effortless, standout style.
Are Short Dresses and Mini Dresses the Same?
Short dresses and mini dresses are similar but not always the same. Short dresses can vary in length depending on your height and the style, often falling above the knee. Mini dresses are typically shorter and designed with bolder details like slits, asymmetrical hems, or open backs. When choosing between them, think about the occasion and where the hem falls for the look you want.
Can Short Dresses Be Formal?
Yes, short dresses can be styled for formal occasions. Details like sequins, beading, and heatstone embellishments add a dressy feel, while fabrics like satin, chiffon, and glitter mesh elevate the look. Short party dresses and skater styles are great for events like graduations, weddings, and celebrations, making them a stylish and versatile option.
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Meant To V Velvet Mini Dress
This dress is meant to be apart of your wardrobe! You'll be looking your sleekest in this elegant number.
Fits & Features
- V Neckline With Wire Trim
- Padded Cups
- Long Sleeves
- Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure
- Smooth Velvet Construction
- Fully Lined
- Mini Length Silhouette
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0182
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $15.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Scoop Neck Velvet Mini Dress
Be a vision in velvet with this smooth and sexy dress!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Square Back I Scoop Neckline
- Structured, Lined Cups
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Smooth Velvet
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure At Back
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0651
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Crew Neck Mini Dress
Look a vision in lace with this captivating mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Crew Neckline
- Long Sleeves
- Zipper At Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Lace & Knit Composition I Partially Lined
- Curve Hugging Fit I Little To No Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0649
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Power Shoulder Glitter Satin Wrap Mini Dress
You're glittering and glowing in this statement piece.
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline
- Snap Button & Decorative Twist Wrap Front
- Padded Shoulders
- Long Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Smooth Glittery Satin Knit I Fully Lined
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0541
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $21.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Kayden Sequin Glitter Party Dress
Special Occasion
Who is she?! She is a glam goddess that sparkles to the heavens! Introducing our Kayden glitter party dress!
Fits & Features
- Deep V neckline
- Long Sleeves with puff wrists
- Keyhole cut out at the back with button closure atop I Zipper closure at lower back
- Vertical seam at center and flattering ruching down to the mini hem
- Glitter lurex mesh composition I Fully lined
- Form-fitting and offers moderate stretch
- Glitter pattern with dainty sequins throughout
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0224
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $25.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Let It V Long Sleeve Mini Dress
Set your "What-Do-I-Wear" worries aside with the Let It V mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Decorative Knot At Center Front
- Cuffed, Roomy Long Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette With Wrap Design
- Smooth Texture Knit Composition
- Form Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0307
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $12.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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All For Knit Mock Neck Mini Dress
As temperatures drop, you'll want to include a mock neck mini in your wardrobe!
Fits & Features
- Mock Neckline
- Long Fitted Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Heavyweight Rib-Knit Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0504
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Metallic Cowl Neck Mini Dress
Wow in this metallic mini! She features adjustable shoulder straps, a cowl neckline, sleeveless bodice, and a mini length, a-line silhouette. Composed of a metallic knit fabric, she offers little to no stretch. Zipper not included.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0654
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Wrapped In Luxe Velvet Mini Dress
Get all wrapped up in luxe velvet in this holiday ready mini dress. It features long sleeves with slight puffed shoulders, a wrap front creating a V neckline, a hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure, a double O ring front accent completing the wrap, and a short hem. The velvet fabric offers moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0555
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $18.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Satin Boat Neck Mini Dress
Smooth out your worries about what to wear tonight with this satin number. It features a boat neckline, open back with self ties at the top, zipper at center back, long sleeves, and an asymmetrical mini-length silhouette. Fully lined, this dress showcases a form-hugging fit with little-to-no stretch. Includes zipper at back.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0522
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Too Fab Knit Mini Dress
You'll be simply too fab in this hot little mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, bungee spaghetti straps, a square neck and back, and a short, curve-hugging fit. The double-lined knit fabric offers plenty of stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0548
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $24.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Tied To Ruched Mini Dress
Get tied to this pretty ruched trend to showcase curves in all the right places!
Fit & Features
- Crew Neckline
- Long Sleeves
- Ruched Drawstring
- Form Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
- Fully Lined
- No Zipper
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0548
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Chiffon Sweetheart Smocked Mini Dress
Whether you're brunching with your girls or got a date scheduled, finding the right dress can be difficult. Look no further, this pretty chiffon mini dress is your perfect go-to!
Fits & Features
- Sweetheart Neckline
- Puff Accent Shoulders I Long Sleeves
- Empire Waist
- Smocked Skirt & Cuffs
- Fully Lined I Chiffon Composition
- Mini Length, Ruffle Trim Hemline
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0449
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Jaylee Satin Strapless Wrap Bodycon Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Sleek and stunning, the Jaylee bodycon mini dress is crafted with a silky satin knit fabric with a gorgeously chic sheen. The dress features a strapless angled neckline with a pleated surplice design, a built-in padded bust, flexible boning at the bodice to provide structure, and a pleated faux wrap-front design creating an asymmetric mini-length hem.
Show off your style in this standout dress. Feeling the short and chic vibe? Discover more fashion-forward short prom dresses or elevate your style with our formal dresses.
Fit & Features
- Satin knit fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Strapless angled surplice neckline, pleating, padded bust
- Flexible boning at the bodice
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Pleated faux wrap-front design
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2480
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Aerin Formal Sequin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Have a night to remember in our Aerin! She features a boat neckline, long sleeves, and a sexy low back with a zipper closure. She is fully lined and composed of a mesh material that offers a form fitting silhouette and slight stretch. Her mid length hemline hits mid calf, and she features a high slit at one side that makes her easy to walk and dance in! She showcases a beautiful sequin swirling pattern throughout that gives an elegant finish!
Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0267
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $27.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cami Formal Heat Stone Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Create a magical evening in our shimmering Cami dress! Her heat stones twinkle from all your best angles!
Fits & Features
- Round Neckline
- Fitted Unlined Long Sleeves
- Heat Stones | Diamond Pattern
- Mesh
- Fully Lining
- Back Zipper | Hook and Eye Closure
- Form Fit | Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0207
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $27.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Satin Off Shoulder Mini Dress
Satin suits you! Wow in this adorable mini dress that'll accent all your right curves.
Fits & Features
- Elastic Off Shoulder Neckline & Sleeves With Ruffle Trim
- Center Tie Front & Keyhole Opening
- Empire Waist
- Back Is Fully Smocked
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Form Hugging Fit
- Ample Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0587
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $50.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Satin Cowl Neck Mini Dress
Sleek, smooth, and totally elegant...we can't get enough of the satin trend either!
Fits & Features
- Cowl Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Adjustable Criss Cross Ties At The Back
- Asymmetric Mini Length Silhouette
- Fully Lined
- No Zipper
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0541
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Feline Fierce Sweater Dress
Bold leopard spots and a live-in knit are a must-have combo for the chilly season. Stay stylish and warm in The Feline Fierce sweater dress!
Fits & Features
- Surplice Bodice With V Neck & Back
- Cuffed Long Sleeves
- Knit Composition With Leopard Inspired Print Throughout
- Includes Removable Waist Tie
- Bar Strap Accent At Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Form Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
Brown: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Beige: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-0489
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $18.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Striped Off The Shoulder Mini Dress
Impress in stripes! This mini dress features an off the shoulder neckline, fitted long sleeves and a mini length silhouette that hugs curves. The all over striped pattern features a variety of bright and neutral hues. Dress is composed of a ribbed knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-0221
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sequined Charmer Mini Dress
Be prepared for double-takes in the Sequined Charmer mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Crew Neckline
- Long Sleeves With Ribbed Cuffs
- Dual Button Closure At Back Neck
- Adjustable Lattice Detail & Zipper Closure At Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Sequined Mesh Composition I Fully Lined At Body & Skirt
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0450
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $26.97 $66.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Leopard Print Surplice Smocked Mini Dress
If you're on the hunt for a fierce print and body-flattering dress, look no further than this!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline With Surplice Design
- Cuffed Long Sleeves
- Smocked Skirt With Merrow Edge Trim Hem
- Leopard Print Design
- Form Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch At Bottom
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0428
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Glitzy Night Out Glitter Knit Backless Mini Dress
Glitz up the night in this sultry-glam glitter knit mini dress featuring a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to an open back with a cross-strap design, and an uneven hem with an A-line silhouette. Style with rhinestone fringe earrings!
Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Sweetheart neckline
- Spaghetti straps, open back with cross-strap design
- Ruched waist
- Mini-length uneven hem
- A-line fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5932
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Buy Me Roses Ruffled Chiffon Mini Dress
Work that dress! This beautiful chiffon dress will have everyone handing you a rose at the end of the night!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Surplice Bodice
- Wrap-Style Skirt With Ruffle Trim
- Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure
- Chiffon-Like Composition I Fully Lined
- Lightweight Flow With No Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0269
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $15.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance