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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Krystal Sequin Low Back Beaded Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Gorgeous back detail makes the Krystal sequin dress a sexy standout! Perfect for modern brides or birthday babes, she features a plunge V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps in a subtle nude hue, a padded bust, a striking low back with multiple strands of beads, and a sweet form-hugging silhouette. The party dress is designed with a sequin-embellished pattern on sheer mesh fabric to give you some sparkle and has a subtle nude-tone stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with dangly earrings and heels for weddings, birthdays, or a dressy night out!
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
- Sleeveless plunge V-neckline, padded bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, subtle nude tone
- Low back, multiple strands of beads, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Form-hugging fit, mini-length hem
- Sequin-embellished pattern
- Sheer mesh fabric, subtle nude tone stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1682
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sealed With Charm Ponte Mini Dress
Seal your style with this charming ponte mini dress featuring an adorable strapless sweetheart neckline with a bow and a bodycon fit. Style with earrings.
Fit & Features
- Ponte knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Bow tie front accent
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5897
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Exude Elegance Satin Long Sleeve Mini Dress
Exude elegance in this satin mini dress! Crafted from a subtle satin fabric, this mini-length dress features sheer mesh peasant long sleeves, a V-neckline, and a bodycon silhouette. With a wrap mini-length hem and pleating detail, it's the perfect pick for events and special occasions. Complete the look with earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh peasant long sleeves
- V-neckline
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap mini-length hem
- Satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2641
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic And Sweet Long Sleeve Skater Dress
Chic and sweet, this scuba knit skater dress features sheer mesh long fitted sleeves, an open back cutout that will turn heads, and a short fit-and-flare silhouette. Style for HOCO with platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Scuba knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Square neckline, fitted bodice, princess seams
- Sheer mesh long fitted sleeves
- Top back strap with hook-eye closures, open back cutout
- Hidden back zipper with hook-eye closure
- High waist seam, short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3506
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $45.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Whitley Pearl Mesh Long Sleeve Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Show off a gorgeous aura in the Whitley formal mini dress designed with lined mesh fabric and all-over faux pearl embellishments for a luxe touch. It features a sweetheart neckline with a structured bust, sheer long balloon-style sleeves, and ruching to accentuate your stunning curves on the short bodycon silhouette.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Faux pearl embellishments
- Sweetheart neckline, structured bust
- Sheer long balloon sleeves, elastic cinched hems
- Ruched detailing, back zipper closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2503
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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On-Trend Vibe Strapless Drop Waist Skater Dress
Amp up the trendy vibes of your party look with this skater dress featuring a strapless straight-across neckline, a drop waist design, and a flirty mini-length skater silhouette. Pair with sleek mules.
Fit & Features
- Ponte knit top, lined knit skirt, moderate stretch
- Strapless straight elasticized neckline
- Drop waist
- Mini-length skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3736
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Twinkle Nights Sequin Skater Dress
This sequin lace-up mini dress is equal parts flirty and fun. The lace-up back brings the drama while the skater skirt keeps it playful, perfect for date nights, parties, or dancing until dawn.
Fit & Features
- Sequin-embellished mesh-lined fabric
- Square neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Skater silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000224
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shimmering Stunner Sequin Bodycon Mini Dress
You'll be a shimmering stunner in this mini dress crafted with lined mesh fabric embroidered with all-over sequin embroidery for a gorgeous shine. The short dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a built-in padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, and a bodycon silhouette to showcase your curves.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- All-over sequin embroidery
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bust, bust seam outline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5748
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Forever Chic Long Sleeve Mesh Mini Dress
Keep your night-out look forever chic with this gorgeous long sleeve mini dress. Designed with an airy mesh fabric with a lined body, it features a trendy square neckline, long sheer bishop sleeves, ruched side seams, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette that will hug your curves. Style this alluring dress with rhinestone statement earrings and new heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with lined body, plenty of stretch
- Square neckline
- Sheer long bishop sleeves with elastic cinched hems
- Ruched side seams
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3639
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $40.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Elevated Chic Off-The-Shoulder A-Line Mini Dress
Elevate any casual day in this off-the-shoulder mini dress! This stunning dress features a twisted bust accent for a trendy touch, an A-line silhouette, and a mini-length hem that creates a flattering fit on the smooth knit-lined fabric. Complete the look with luxe earrings for a dinner party!
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5755
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Adorable Classic Strapless Corset Floral Skater Dress
A strapless floral skater dress features a flirty corset bodice and a flattering skater mini-length silhouette. Perfect for a brunch or party.
Fit & Features
- Floral brocade pattern, woven fabric lined with satin
- Strapless ruffled neckline
- Padded bra cups
- Corset bodice, flexible boning, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Skater mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3476
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $24.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Perfect Darling Long Sleeve Mesh Mini Dress
A mesh mini dress features sheer fitted long sleeves, a center ruched design to accentuate your curves, and a bodycon fit. Perfect for the school dance or a party.
Fit & Features
- Mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Sheer fitted long sleeves
- Square neckline
- Center front ruched design
- Bodycon mini-length fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5791
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Jaimie Bow Lace-Up Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Bold, romantic, and ready to steal the scene—the Jaimie mini dress balances a sleek strapless neckline with a striking lace-up back and statement bow. The metallic floral pattern catches the light with every step, making your entrance one to remember.
Fit & Features
- Floral jacquard pattern, metallic stitch detailing, woven lining
- Strapless neckline, padded bra cups
- Statement detachable back bow, lace-up, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
School dances, weddings, garden parties, birthdays, shower celebrations, engagement parties, milestone celebrations, date night
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000076
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: L
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Charming Demure Flocked Velvet Floral Skater Dress
Flaunt a charming demure in this flocked velvet short dress featuring a trendy lace-up back design and a flattering skater silhouette. Pair with earrings.
Fit & Features
- Scuba knit fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Floral flocked velvet design
- Square neckline with padded bust, underbust seam
- Tank shoulder straps
- Open lace-up back design
- Short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3633
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Taylor Lace-Up Skater Satin Party Dress
Special Occasion
Bring glamour to the school dance in the Taylor satin party dress made to wow! The satin fabric adds a luxurious touch to your night. With a V-neckline, padded bra cups, shoulder straps, and a lace-up back, this dress highlights your figure in a skater silhouette and short-length hem. Compliment your look with a gorgeous hair accessory, bracelet, and heels!
Fit & Features
- Satin fabric, bust knit lining, minimal stretch
- V-neckline
- Padded bra cups
- Shoulder straps
- Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2277
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Serving Chic Long Bell Sleeve A-Line Mini Dress
Serve chic looks in this A-line mini dress featuring a halter V-neckline with flirty cutouts and long fitted bell sleeves to give coverage. Style with earrings.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric with partial lining, plenty of stretch
- Halter V-neckline, tie-back spaghetti straps
- Cutout shoulder design
- Long fitted bell sleeves, slit accents
- Lower back cutout
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3657
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sultry Look Plunge Bodycon Mini Dress
Dare to give a sultry look in this sleeveless mini dress at parties! The dress boasts a plunge V-neckline and a bodycon fit that flaunts your curves. Pair with heels.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Plunge V-neckline
- Ruched tank shoulder straps
- Ruched waist
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5883
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $11.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bring The Heat Ruched Bodycon Mini Dress
Bring the heat to your night-out vibe in this curve-hugging bodycon mini dress featuring a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to an open cross-back design, and ruched side seams along the short silhouette to flaunt your figure. Style with stiletto heels!
Fit & Features
- Smooth double-lined knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps, open cross-back design
- Ruched side seams
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5905
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Effortless Look Ruffle Skater Dress
You'll love the effortlessly pretty look this flowy skater dress brings to your summer plans. It features a V-neckline, an open cross-back design, and a babydoll skater silhouette with a short ruffled hem.
Fit & Features
- Gauze woven fabric, woven lining
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Open cross-back design, tie closure, lower back cutout
- Short ruffled hem
- Babydoll skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-6071
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Blooming Elegance Floral Flocked Velvet Halter Mini Dress
Bloom into this elegance floral flocked velvet halter mini dress featuring a flattering A-line silhouette perfect for styling with block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Flocked velvet floral pattern
- Sleeveless halter V-neckline, tie-back straps
- Mini-length hem
- A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3670
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stella Satin Mini Dress with Side Sash
Special Occasion
Made to make an entrance, the Stella dress turns every step into a statement. With a cowl pleated neckline, sleek satin fabric, and a side cascading sash, this bodycon mini silhouette is pure elegance in motion.
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Cowl pleated neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Cascading side sash
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthdays, date nights, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, bachelorettes, bridal showers, weddings, dinner parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000150
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: IVORY, RED
Available Size: XS, S, M
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Extra Chic Pearl Ruched Mesh Mini Dress
Step out and stun looking extra chic at parties in this pearl ruched mesh mini dress! The airy sheer mesh fabric is embellished with mini tonal faux pearls and includes a knit lining for coverage. The sleeveless bodice is shaped with a square neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps offering a customized fit, leading to a secure back zipper closure. The ruching down the side seams will accentuate your stunning curves on the mini-length bodycon silhouette. Style with rhinestone heels for a pop of sparkle!
Fit & Features
- Stretchy sheer mesh fabric, knit lining
- Tonal faux pearls
- Square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper with hook and eye closure
- Ruched side seams
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5456
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Elevated Glitter Cowl Neck Bodycon Mini Dress
An elevated glitter mini dress features a flattering cowl neckline and ruched seams to accentuate your curves along the bodycon silhouette. Perfect for styling with heels.
Fit & Features
- Glitter fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Cowl neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruched seams
- Bodycon mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5695
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sparkle Time Rhinestone Mesh Bodycon Mini Dress
It's your time to sparkle up the night in this iconic rhinestone bodycon mini dress! Designed with a stretchy sheer mesh fabric with a knit lining for coverage, this mini-length dress will have you radiating glamour with the mini rhinestone embellishments accented all over the silhouette. It features a sleeveless cowl neckline for a chic feminine vibe and bungee spaghetti straps that lead to an open back with a cross-back design to add some allure. The ruching down the side seams will accentuate your curves, and the bodycon fit will flaunt your gorgeous figure. Complete your look with rhinestone fringe earrings and platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Stretchy sheer mesh fabric with knit lining
- Mini rhinestones
- Cowl neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps, open back with cross-back design
- Ruching
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5413
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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