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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Maddie Strappy Back Bodycon Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Make the whole room glow when you wear the Maddie sequin mini dress to prom or parties! Crafted from sparkling sequins, this mini dress will sparkle all night. The square neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps offer a flattering fit, while the padded bra cups provide support and shape. The alluring strappy back with hook-eye closure adds a touch of elegance to the bodycon fit and mini-length hem. Complete the look in high heels and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sequin embellished mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Square neckline
- Padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Strappy back with hook-eye closure, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2269
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
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Sophisticated Radiance Rhinestone And Faux Pearl Mesh Mini Dress
Dazzle in a luxe mini dress that features a sleeveless square neckline with adjustable spaghetti straps, faux pearl accents, and iridescent rhinestone embellishments. Complete with chrome heels for the perfect bridal shower outfit!
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Faux pearl and iridescent rhinestone embellishments
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5615
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Harper Strapless Tie-Back Skater Party Dress
Special Occasion
When the occasion calls for sweet flair, slip into the Harper skater party dress for an undeniably adorable entrance into the school dance or event! She features a strapless neckline and pleated bodice with flexible boning to create a flattering silhouette while the tie-back design adds a touch of chic. Perfect for any occasion, this short-length dress will make you stand out in a sea of fashion. Compliment your look with a clutch and jewelry!
Fit & Features
- Woven poplin fabric, multiple woven linings, no stretch
- Strapless neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Pleated bodice with flexible boning
- Tie-back design
- Skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3477
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
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Cute Trendsetter Drop Waist Bubble Hem Skater Dress
Serve trendy vibes at your next party in this cute skater dress featuring an asymmetric one-shoulder neckline with a twisted tank strap, ruching to accentuate your curves, and a short ruched bubble hem for that flirty flair. Style with platform heels!
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit and poplin fabrics with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Asymmetric one-shoulder neckline, twisted tank strap
- Ruching
- Asymmetric drop waist seam
- Short skater silhouette
- Ruched bubble hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3781
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Sweet Charm Floral Burnout A-Line Mini Dress
Bring the sweet charm to your weekend looks in this adorable mini dress designed with lined mesh fabric with a floral burnout pattern. You'll love the sweetheart neckline accented with a bust tie and short A-line silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with lining, floral burnout pattern
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, bust tie detail
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000061
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Be With You Off-The-Shoulder Skater Dress
An off-the-shoulder dress features side ruched seams that accentuate your curves along a skater mini-length silhouette with an uneven hem. Perfect for the school dance or a party.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Off-the-shoulder folded neckline
- Side ruched seams
- Skater mini-length fit, uneven hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3627
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Daring Allure Slinky Knit Backless Bodycon Mini Dress
Dare to allure in this slinky knit mini dress featuring a sleeveless halter cowl neckline, a single braided spaghetti strap and tank strap with a chic beaded trim along the strap, and a bold open-back design. The short bodycon silhouette will showcase your gorgeous curves.
Fit & Features
- Slinky knit fabric with smooth knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Cowl neckline
- Halter neckline with single braided spaghetti strap and tank strap
- Beaded trim
- Open back
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5977
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Effortless Aura Lace Chiffon A-Line Mini Dress
Effortlessly femme, this chiffon mini dress offers delicate details like a floral lace V-neckline and bust and A-line silhouette that flatter every figure. Pair with dainty earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sheer chiffon fabric with knit lining, minimal stretch
- V-neckline, floral lace bust overlay, small rosette bow detail
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3640
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
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Stunning Look Long Sleeve Abstract Mini Dress
An abstract print mesh mini dress features sheer fitted long sleeves, a boat neckline, and a flattering bodycon silhouette. Perfect for a party or gallery opening.
Fit & Features
- Abstract print, sheer mesh fabric, slip knit lining
- Fitted long sleeves
- Boat neckline
- Bodycon mini-length silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5850
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
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Brilliant Shimmer Floral Sequin A-Line Mini Dress
Make it a shimmering night in this floral sequin mini dress for an unforgettable look at school dances or birthdays! The sequin floral embellished pattern adds a touch of glamour, while the mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit ensures comfort. Designed with a strapless neckline and non-slip grip lining, this dress boasts an A-line silhouette and a mini-length hem for a flattering fit. Complete the look with statement earrings, a bracelet, and heels for a divine night!
Fit & Features
- Sequin floral embellished pattern
- Mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3524
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
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Weekend Feeling Sleeveless Bubble Hem Mini Dress
A sleeveless knit dress features a classic crew neckline, a form-hugging fit, and a trending drop waist seam with a bubble mini-length hem. Style with a denim jacket for casual plans.
Fit & Features
- Knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Crew neckline
- Form-hugging fit
- Drop waist seam, bubble mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5873
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
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Lovely Vibe Pearl Mesh Long Sleeve Mini Dress
Give off a lovely vibe at your next formal party in this mini dress designed with sheer airy mesh fabric with a partial knit lining and chic faux pearl embroidery. It features a square neckline, sheer long balloon-style sleeves, an alluring open back with a tie-back design, and ruched side seams to accentuate your curves along the bodycon silhouette.
Every bead, every detail—this dress was made to shine. Searching for more statement styles? Discover our exquisite beaded prom dresses or find a look that dazzles from our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with partial knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Faux pearl embroidery
- Square neckline, sheer long balloon sleeves with elastic cinched hems
- Open back with tie-back design, lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Ruched side and back seams
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3683
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
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Bella Lace-Up Sequin Satin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
A sequin satin mini dress features a flattering square neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a lace-up back, and a bodycon silhouette. Perfect for the school dance or a party.
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
- Sequin satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Square neckline, padded bra cups
- Spagehtti straps
- Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2426
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Erin Satin Floral Embroidered Lace-Up Dress
Special Occasion
Made for twirl-worthy moments, the Erin satin mini dress stuns with floral embroidery and a flattering fit-and-flare silhouette. The lace-up back adds a playful detail, perfect for making every entrance feel like a celebration.
Fit & Features
- Floral embroidery, sequins, beading, lined satin fabric
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Lace-up back
- A-line silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, birthday events, bachelorettes, bridal showers, fancy brunches, weddings, engagement parties, and milestone celebrations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000290
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $99.90
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So Glam Sequin Lace-Up Bodycon Mini Dress
All glam, all you—this sequin bodycon mini dress brings major sparkle with a daring lace-up back. Designed to hug every curve, it’s your go-to for nights that call for pure confidence.
Fit & Features
- Mesh fabric with knit lining
- Sequin embroidered swirl pattern
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Open cross-back lace-up strappy design
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000184
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $49.90
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Janine Lace-Up Long Sleeve Bodycon Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
No one will forget the way you sparkle in the Janine sequin mini dress at prom, banquets, or birthdays! Made from a mesh fabric adorned with a sequin embellished pattern, this party dress is ready to shine. This fitted dress features a square neckline and a lace-up back for a sophisticated touch. The bodycon fit and mini-length hem accentuate your curves, making you the star of any event. Complete the look with earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sequin pattern, mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Fitted lined long sleeves
- Square neckline
- Lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2303
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $14.97 $79.90
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Glimmer Babe Glitter Off-The-Shoulder Mini Dress
Get ready to glimmer in this gorgeous glitter knit mini dress featuring an off-the-shoulder neckline with a draped overlay and short sleeve cuffs, and a chic corset bodice for that snatched fit you love. The ruched side seams will accentuate your curves along the bodycon silhouette.
Fit & Features
- Lined glitter knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Off-the-shoulder angled neckline
- Draped overlay, short sleeve cuffs
- Corset bodice, flexible boning
- Ruched side seams
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5623
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
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Such A Flirt Sweetheart Lace Trim Skater Dress
This sleeveless chiffon skater dress features a lace trim sweetheart neckline and bodice for flirty flair while the drop waist seam accentuates your curves along the mini-length skater silhouette. Perfect for a dressy brunch or party.
Fit & Features
- Sheer chiffon woven fabric with stretchy knit lining
- Lace trim sweetheart neckline with bow detail, bust underwire
- Adjustable lace trim shoulder straps
- Partially smocked back with zipper and hook-eye closure
- Lace trim bodice, drop waist seam
- Mini-length skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3461
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
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Coastal Cute Striped Bodycon Mini Dress
An effortless striped mini dress for days spent by the coast or in the city! With a flattering strapless neckline and bodycon silhouette, this dress is perfect for layering.
Fit & Features
- Striped print, stretchy knit fabric
- Strapless neckline
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000017
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $28.90
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The Catch Rhinestone Fishnet Mini Dress
Today's catch? This fishnet mini dress! Showcase your edgy-glam allure in this dress featuring a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a flattering bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem. The dress is composed of a rhinestone-embellished fishnet fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in stiletto heels for a night out!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Rhinestone-embellished fishnet fabric
- Stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5105
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Sun Kissed Strapless Floral Bodycon Mini Dress
Bare your sun kissed shoulders on vacay in this strapless mini dress with a statement floral print and flattering bodycon fit that flaunts your curves!
Fit & Features
- Mesh fabric, floral print, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless neckline
- Bodycon fit
- Mini-length hem
- Runs small
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-6112
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
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Effortless Dazzle Bodycon Glitter Mesh Mini Dress
Look effortlessly dazzling in this glitter mesh mini dress at every party! With a square neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps, this mini dress will hug your curves in all the right places thanks to the side ruched seams and bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in high heels.
Fit & Features
- Glitter mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Side ruched seams
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5561
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
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Forever Sweet Long Sleeve Drop Waist Skater Dress
Stay forever sweet in this skater dress featuring a sleek square neckline and ruching that flatters your figure. Pair with heels.
Fit & Features
- Stretchy smooth knit fabric
- Square neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Ruching
- Drop waist
- Mini-length tiered skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3745
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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Chic Details Square Neck Bodycon Mini Dress
A classic silhouette meets chic details in this crepe mini dress featuring a sleeveless square neckline, thin tank shoulder straps, and an alluring short side slit. The bodycon fit will showcase your gorgeous curves.
Fit & Features
- Crepe fabric with top knit lining, moderate stretch
- Square neck and back
- Thin tank shoulder straps
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Short side slit
- Mini-length bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3616
Category Name: Short & Mini Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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