Black Cocktail Dresses

Step into the night in style with these black cocktail dresses—perfect for semi-formal events and celebrations. Whether it’s a birthday party, rooftop soirée, or special date night, these dresses come in both mini and midi lengths. Choose from luxe satin, velvet, or glitter knit fabrics, with trendy details like rhinestones, corset bodices, and strapless, off-the-shoulder, or halter necklines. These designs are made to make you shine!

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Black Cocktail Dresses That Never Miss

A black cocktail dress is your all-access pass to iconic style. Whether you're headed to a wedding reception, a chic dinner, or a sleek night out, Windsor’s black cocktail dresses deliver timeless elegance with a modern edge.

Silhouettes That Always Hit

From curve-hugging bodycons to flowy midi styles, these dresses are designed to flatter every angle and move with you. Go bold with front slits, off-the-shoulder sleeves, or daring cutouts. Prefer classic? The little black dress is reimagined with square necklines, halter straps, and strappy backs for a fresh twist on a forever favorite.

Fabrics That Elevate

Shimmer in black sequin cocktail dresses that light up every step, or opt for smooth satin and luxe lace styles that feel as good as they look. Mesh paneling, sheer sleeves, and rhinestone embellishments add just the right touch of glam to make your look unforgettable.

Versatile for Every Invite

From cocktail parties to formal celebrations, black cocktail dresses always rise to the occasion. Style yours with metallic heels, a bold lip, and a clutch that catches the light for a head-turning finish.

When in doubt, black always delivers. Shop Windsor’s collection of black cocktail dresses online, in-app, or in-store and find your next standout look.

How can I make a black cocktail dress stand out?

Choose a dress with unique details like lace overlays, sequins, or rhinestones. Pair with bold accessories such as red or metallic heels to make your look pop.

Glittery Beauty Flare Sleeve A-Line Mini Dress
Pretty with bold details, this glitter knit mini dress features long fitted sleeves with flared hems, a cutout back accent, and a short asymmetric hem with a flowy A-line silhouette for a sweet allure. Style with metallic heels for your formal party.

Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric with partial knit lining, plenty of stretch
- V-neckline
- Long fitted sleeves with flared hems
- Back cutout
- Front shirring
- Mini-length asymmetric hem, A-line fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3656

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $42.90

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Availability: Out of Stock
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Casual Affair Long Sleeve Ruched Midi Dress
Make a casual-chic impression in this long sleeve ruched midi dress showcasing a folded off-the-shoulder neckline and a bodycon silhouette. Pair with heels.

Fit & Features
- Smooth knit-lined fabrication, moderate stretch
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, foldover accent
- Fitted long sleeves
- Ruching
- Midi-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000948

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $39.90

Availability: In Stock

Available Color: NAVY

Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Pleat Me Tonight Asymmetrical Mini Dress
Just the way you like it. This sexy mini dress features a plunging V neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a wrap-like skirt with pleated accents, and an asymmetrical hemline. Crepe knit fabric offers a form hugging fit with plenty of stretch.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Plunge, v-neckline, wire inserts for structure
- Wrap-like skirt, pleat accents
- Asymmetrical short-length hem
- Crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0428

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $35.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Patty Heat Stone Mesh Mini Dress
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The party doesn't start till you in the Patty mini dress walk in! She features sheer long sleeves, a sweetheart neck with cowl drape, a lightly padded bust, a sheer bodice with flexible boning, and side ruched seams along her bodycon silhouette. The formal dress is composed of all-over heat stones on partial mesh-lined fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete your dressy look in lace-up stilettos.

Fit & Features
- Sheer long sleeves, sweetheart neck, cowl drape
- Lightly padded bust, bra optional
- Sheer bodice with flexible boning
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Partially lined mesh fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1115

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $39.97 $89.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Lilith Satin Cutout Wrap-Front Midi Dress
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Chic and curve-hugging, the Lilith satin formal dress brings sleek confidence with its bodycon silhouette and sculptural details. A softly draped cowl neckline pairs with a striking cutout waist and wrap-front slit—because blending in was never the plan.

With a smooth, luminous finish, this dress was made to shine. Keep the luxe look going with breathtaking satin prom dresses or go for a sophisticated statement with our wedding guest dresses.

Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Pleated cowl neckline, padded bra cups
- Spaghetti straps, back zipper closure
- Underbust cutout
- Pleated faux wrap-front design, high side slit
- Midi-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:

School dances, weddings, bridal showers, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, date nights, birthdays, dinner parties, galas, black tie events, milestone celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000249

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $64.90

Availability: In Stock

Available Color: WHITE

Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Fall For Me Ruched Midi Dress
People will fall for you over and over in this sultry curve hugging ruched midi dress!

Fit & Features
- Spaghetti straps
- Square neck and back
- All over ruched detailing
- Mid-length, form-fitting style
- Knit fabric | Knit lining
- 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: 05102-0532

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $35.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Hadley Strapless Pleated Satin Party Dress
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Create a flirty and feminine look for your next formal dance in the gorgeous Hadley satin party dress! She features a strapless square neckline, a fitted bodice with structured boning detailing, a back zipper closure, a high waist, and a short party skirt with a flared-out hem and pleated details. Complete the outfit with rhinestone heels and a sparkly clutch.

Fit & Features
- Strapless square neckline
- Fitted bodice, structured boning detailing
- Back zipper closure
- High waist, short party skirt
- Side pockets
- Flared-out silhouette, pleated details
- Satin fabric, inner knit lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0740

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $54.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Regal Satin Off The Shoulder Dress
Showcase your regalness to all your constituents in this satin short dress featuring an off-the-shoulder, foldover neckline, a pleated side seam to accentuate your curves on the bodycon silhouette, and an asymmetrical hem. Complete the look with a collar-style necklace.

Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder, foldover neckline
- Bust lining
- Side pleated seam, bodycon silhouette
- Asymmetrical short hem
- Smooth satin fabric
- Minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1718

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $34.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Elysse Steal The Show Sequin Dress
Our rose gold Elysse sequin dress steals the show with her glam party style! She features a wide neckline, long fitted sleeves, and a slim fit throughout. Rose gold sequins create an aesthetic diamond pattern all around. Elysse is composed of a sheer mesh fabric with a full lining, and has minimal stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3969

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $69.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Precious Jewels One-Shoulder Bodycon Mini Dress
You'll look so precious in this bejeweled mini dress showcasing a dazzling array of rhinestones! The dress features a one-shoulder neckline, a sheer long fitted sleeve, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette that will accentuate your gorgeous curves. The partially lined mesh fabric features all-over iridescent rhinestone embellishments in a sparkling linear design across the body of the dress. Complete your look in this mini-length dress with a chic ring set for your next fancy affair.

Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Sheer long fitted sleeve
- Mini-length hem
- Bodycon silhouette
- Iridescent rhinestone embellishments, linear design
- Sheer mesh fabric, partial knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4749

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $22.97 $49.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Moves Blazer Dress
Make chic moves in this stylish and sophisticated blazer dress. It features a lapel collar with a V-neckline, long sleeves, a wrap-front design with a tie closure, and a short, fitted silhouette. Complete the look with thigh-high boots and hoop earrings.

Fit & Features
- Lapel collar, V-neckline
- Long sleeves
- Wrap-front, tie closure
- Mini-length, fitted silhouette
- Lined woven fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06204-1379

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $25.97 $56.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Jessica Embroidered Illusion Party Dress
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Trust us, you'll be getting compliments all night long in this sweet little party dress! Jessica is designed with all-over floral embroidery, an illusion sweetheart neckline, and thin spaghetti straps! Wear it with strappy heels and get ready to tear up the dance floor.

Fit & Features
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Illusion sweetheart neckline
- Padded cups, flexible boning
- All-over floral embroidery
- Flared skater skirt
- Partially lined mesh fabric
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0750

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $79.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Marvelously Midi Dress
You'll look mauve-ulous in this midi dress! It has a deep V neckline, spaghetti straps, a stretchy square back, and contrasting panels for a color block effect. Dress has a slim fit and is composed of an unlined crepe fabric with plenty of stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small

Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3796

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $13.97 $34.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Let Me Glow Sequin Lace-Up Dress
Tis' the season for you to glow at every party in this sequin mini dress featuring a sleeveless, plunge sweetheart neckline with a wire insert, spaghetti straps, an open lace-up back design, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in metallic heels for a holiday soiree!

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunge sweetheart neck with wire insert
- Open lace-up back design
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon, mini-length hem
- Sequin scroll pattern, mesh fabric, knit lining
- Minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2009

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $52.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Emme Flocked Velvet Midi Formal Dress
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Soft florals meet sculpted elegance in the Emme flocked mesh midi dress, designed with a square neckline and wide tank straps for a clean, modern feel. The side slit adds just the right amount of drama, while the pleated detailing shapes everything beautifully.

Fit & Features
- Flocked mesh fabric, lined
- Square neckline with adjustable tank straps, padded bra cups
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Side slit detail
- Pleated bodycon silhouette
- Midi-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:

Weddings, gala dinners, formal celebrations, holiday parties, cocktail soirees, birthdays, anniversaries
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000575

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $59.90

Availability: In Stock

Available Color: HUNTER

Available Size: XS
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Courtney Formal Glitter Wrap Midi Dress
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Get ready to strike a pose in the dazzling Courtney formal glitter dress at rehearsal dinners, weddings, or dressy birthdays! She features a sleeveless square neckline, tank shoulder straps, a form-hugging silhouette, and a side pleated seam that creates the chic wrap hem with a flirty slit. The formal dress is composed of a crepe glitter knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with statement fringe earrings.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Tank shoulder straps
- Form-hugging silhouette, side pleated seam
- Slit, wrap midi-length hem
- Crepe glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Bra-friendly design
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1728

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $54.90

Availability: In Stock

Available Color: BLACK, MAUVE

Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Gemma One-Shoulder Mermaid Dress
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Bring the chic energy to your formal night out in the Gemma mermaid dress. She features an asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline, a single long puff sleeve, a fitted high waist seam, front ruching leading to a thigh-high slit, and a floor-length, curve-hugging, mermaid silhouette. Style with rhinestone statement earrings.

Fit & Features
- Asymmetrical one-shoulder neckline
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- Single long puff sleeve, tapered hem
- Fitted high waist seam
- Front ruching, high slit
- Floor-length, fitted, mermaid silhouette
- Smooth knit fabric, short lining, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-2448

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $49.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Life's A Party Strappy Back Sequin Mini Dress
Get ready to impress at every party in this sequin mini dress that makes heads turn in a bodycon silhouette and a strappy open back!

Fit & Features
- Sequin embellished pattern, mesh-lined fabric
- V-neckline
- Dual spaghetti straps
- Strappy open back
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000173

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $24.97 $54.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Impression Strapless Lace Midi Dress
Make a chic impression in this gorgeous lace midi dress. It features a strapless V-wired neckline with a floral lace trim, a curve-hugging silhouette, a midi-length hem with matching floral trim, and a stylish back-slit accent. The sheer floral lace fabric includes a full-length lining. Perfect for brides, complete the look with a rhinestone jewelry set and platform heels.

Fit & Features
- Strapless V-wired neckline, floral lace trim
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Curve-hugging fit
- Midi-length hem, matching floral trim
- Back slit accent
- Sheer floral lace fabric, full-length knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2049

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $44.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Curve Illusion V-Neck Midi Dress
Flaunt your curves in this hourglass illusion midi dress to make his jaw drop on date night! It features a sleeveless V-neck, dual spaghetti straps that cross in the back, side mesh colored panels, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in stiletto heels and a clutch!

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neck
- Dual spaghetti straps, cross-back design
- Side mesh colored panels
- Bodycon silhouette
- Midi-length hem
- Stretchy knit fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2276

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $35.90

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Availability: Out of Stock
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Clara Floral Velvet Mesh Dress
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Romantic and sultry, the Clara short dress brings allure to your next celebration or holiday dinner! She features a sweetheart neckline, a lightly padded bust, ruched long sleeves, and a bodycon silhouette with ruched side seams that accentuates your curves. The formal dress is composed of a floral velvet flocked pattern on mesh fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and moderate stretch. Style with rhinestone stiletto heels for a glam look!

Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline, lightly padded bust
- Ruched long sleeves, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Sticky bra optional
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette, short hem
- Floral velvet flocked pattern
- Mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1359

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $59.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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You're A Gift Bow Crepe Mini Dress
Your presence in this crepe mini dress is the perfect present! It features a strapless square neckline with a front bow design and a bodycon silhouette. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric with minimal stretch. Style with platform heels to complete your dressy look!

Fit & Features
- Strapless square neckline
- Front bow design
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Crepe fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2242

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $36.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Roxanne Formal Sequin Lace-Up Midi Dress
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The main event will be you in the Roxanne formal dress to serve up sparkle at engagement parties, birthdays, and major events! She features a sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, a lace-up back design, a bodycon silhouette, and a sultry slit along the midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-pattern mesh fabric with a knit lining and minimal stretch. Style with a metallic clutch.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back design
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, front slit, midi-length hem
- Sequin-pattern mesh fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1346

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $14.97 $69.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Anika Glitter Bow Skater Mini Dress
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Made for the RSVP that calls for turning heads, the Anika glitter dress is equal parts flirty and refined. Cut from shimmer-kissed knit with a twirl-worthy skater silhouette, its dramatic back bow makes every exit feel like a moment.

Fit & Features
- Glitter knit fabric
- Halter square neckline
- Open back with bow
- Hidden side pockets
- Skater silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:

Homecoming, weddings, birthdays, date nights, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, cocktail soirees, milestone celebrations, rooftop hotel bars
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000020

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $59.90

Availability: Out of Stock
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