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.

Kaisley Strapless High Slit Slim-Fit Formal Dress
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Simply chic, the Kaisley formal dress will bring a stylish sophistication to any special event! She features a strapless straight-across neckline with a fold-over design, princess seam accents, a floor-length hem with a high side slit to showcase some leg, and a curve-hugging silhouette. The crepe fabric includes a full-length knit lining and offers a moderate stretch. Complete the look with strappy stilettos.

Fit & Features
- Strapless straight-across neckline, fold-over design
- Princess seams
- Floor-length hem, high side slit
- Form-hugging fit
- Crepe fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-7299

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $54.90

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Availability: Out of Stock
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Seraphina Formal Sleeveless Lace Midi Dress
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Keep it sweet and stunning with a formal midi dress that is perfect for a cocktail-attire wedding! Seraphina features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a floral lace body, a side slit, and a midi-length silhouette. Complete look with nude heels and a rhinestone headband. The dress is composed of a lined lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Floral lace body
- Side slit
- Midi length silhouette
- Lined
- Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0781

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $52.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Babe In A Backless Skater Dress
Check you out, babe! Turn heads in this skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a round neckline, an open back with strappy details, a high waist seam, and a short A-line skirt. Dress is composed of an unlined ponte fabric with a moderate stretch.

Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8013

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $39.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Major Flirt Swiss Dot Ruched Mini Dress
Bring those flirty vibes with a stunning mini dress that makes the perfect first impression! The dress features a square neckline, short puff sleeves, a swiss dot pattern throughout, a ruched body, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules and gold earrings.

Fit & Features
- Square neckline
- Short puff sleeves, ruffled hems
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Swiss dot pattern
- Ruched body, mini-length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1247

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $46.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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City Chic Ruffled Midi Dress
Step out like a scene straight out of a rom-com in a midi dress that gives major butterflies! The city-chic midi dress features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-strap design, and a high side slit on the left leg with a romantic ruffled trim. The relaxed fit waist leads to a midi-length A-line silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back design
- Strapless bra friendly
- High side slit, ruffled trim
- Relaxed fit waist, A-line silhouette
- Midi-length hem
- Smooth knit fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1038

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $36.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Lucinda Glitter Bow Mini Dress
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Made to turn every entrance into a moment, the Lucinda glitter bodycon mini captivates with its off-the-shoulder neckline and dramatic back bow with a sweeping train. A striking balance of polish and play, it’s the definition of unforgettable.

Fit & Features
- Glitter woven fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Folded off-the-shoulder neckline
- Hidden side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Back bow with train
- Tailored bodycon fit, mini-length hem
- Extra glitter for maximum sparkle - may have some natural fallout
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:

Homecoming, wedding, formal gala, black tie party, milestone celebration, fancy birthdays, red-carpet events, dressy cocktail dinners
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000177

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $69.90

Availability: In Stock

Available Color: BLACK

Available Size: XS, S, M
Leah Glitter Mesh Corset Skater Dress
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Enchant with gorgeous glamour in the Leah glitter mesh skater dress featuring a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a built-in padded bust, a draped pleated overlay, a corset bodice with flexible boning for structure, and a lace-up back design for a customized fit. The high waist seam flows out to a short skater fit-and-flare 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 glitter mesh fabric with satin woven lining, no stretch
- Sweetheart neckline with padded bust, draped pleated overlay
- Corset bodice with flexible boning
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back lace-up design
- High waist seam, lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1866

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $54.90

Availability: In Stock

Available Color: DENIM, BLACK

Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Miranda Sequin Feather Short Dress
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Embody a classic charm in the Miranda sequin short dress to make the perfect entrance at dances, weddings, or the next formal affair! She features an off-the-shoulder neckline, long sleeves with feathered cuffs, a front V-notch wire insert, a high-waist seam, and a curve-hugging silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a sequin scroll embroidered mesh fabric with lining and minimal stretch. Complete your sultry look in rhinestone earrings and heels.

Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, front V-notch wire
- Long sleeves with feathered cuffs
- High-waist seam, back zipper closure
- Short, bodycon silhouette
- Sequin scroll embroidery, lined mesh fabric, minimal stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1070

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $79.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Rosie High-Slit Satin Mermaid Dress
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Sleek and chic, the Rosie satin mermaid dress will have you looking absolutely stunning! She features a sleeveless V-neckline with pleated detailing at the bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, a deep V-back design, and a fitted floor-length mermaid silhouette with a sultry thigh-high front slit. Style this formal dress with rhinestone statement earrings and heels.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Pleated detailing at the bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Deep V-back design, back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Fitted floor-length mermaid silhouette, front slit
- Satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05002-1508

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $64.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Chic Obsession Sleeveless A-Line Mini Dress
This sleeveless mini dress brings sleek sophistication with a chic, low-back cut and a flattering A-line fit that flatters your curves. Perfect for celebrations, parties, date nights, and cocktail soirees!

Fit & Features
- Smooth stretch knit fabric
- Crew neck
- Low cut back
- A-line fit
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000508

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $36.90

Availability: In Stock

Available Color: BLACK

Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Zuri Formal Scalloped Lace Midi Dress
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Grace them all with enchanting lace in our Zuri dress! She features a partially lined scalloped floral lace bodice with a high round neckline, unlined long sleeves, a sweetheart bust lining that leads to a mini length silhouette and a midi length with scalloped lace hem. Dress is composed of a scalloped lace and smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small

Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0233

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $49.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Dinner Downtown Sleeveless Ruched Midi Dress
The perfect chic sleeveless midi dress for grabbing dinner downtown! Crafted from smooth knit fabric, this crew neck dress boasts curve-accentuating ruched seams along the bodycon silhouette and a sleek midi-length hem. Pair with kitten heels and a clutch.

Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Sleeveless crew neck
- Side ruched seams
- Bodycon silhouette
- Midi-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-000111

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $32.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: In Stock

Available Color: BROWN

Available Size: XS
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Wrapped In Beauty Mini Dress
Wrap yourself in this gorgeous mini dress to showcase your beauty! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a wrap V neckline, a tie waist belt and an asymmetrical mini skirt. Dress is composed of an unlined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.

Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0239

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $32.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Best Behavior Sleeveless Midi Dress
Classy yet sultry, this sleeveless midi dress is designed to hug your curves in a form-hugging silhouette while the flared hem gives a touch of flirtiness. Perfect for weddings or date nights!

Fit & Features
- Smooth knit, stretchy fabric
- Square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Side pleated hip seam
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Flared midi-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000964

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $36.90

Availability: In Stock

Available Color: PINK

Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Flirt With Fate Crepe Mini Dress
It must have been fate to bring you and this crepe mini dress together! Bring the flirtatious vibes in this sultry dress featuring sheer, floral velvet burnout peasant sleeves and a sweetheart neckline, a lightly padded bust with underwire, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete your dressy look in doorknocker earrings and heels.

Fit & Features
- Sheer, floral velvet burnout peasant sleeves, cinched ruffled hems
- Sweetheart neckline, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Lightly padded bust, underwire
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Lined crepe fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1751

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $5.97 $39.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Alluring Silhouette Satin Midi Dress
Showcase an alluring silhouette in this sleek satin midi dress. The midi-length dress features a sleeveless scoop neckline, spaghetti straps, a fitted high waist seam with ruched detailing, a curve-hugging fit, and a midi-length asymmetrical hem creating a thigh-high side slit. Style with strappy stilettos for cocktail hour.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- High waist seam, ruching
- Bodycon fit
- Midi-length asymmetrical hem, high side slit
- Satin-knit fabric, lined bust, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1439

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $14.97 $42.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweetheart In Satin Mini Dress
Be a total sweetheart in gorgeous satin with this adorable mini dress. It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a square back, a wrap front with ruched detailing, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a satin-like fabric, offering 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: 05103-0368

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $19.97 $35.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Dancing In Satin Strappy Mini Dress
Dance the night away in this silky satin mini dress! It features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, a tank-style strap that leads to the strappy back design, a bodycon silhouette, and a side slit accent. Complete the look in dazzling earrings.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Tank-style strap
- Strappy back design
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem with side slit
- Silky satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4554

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $14.97 $33.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Party For One Shoulder Crepe Dress
The party will revolve around you in this gorge crepe mini dress! Designed with a sleeveless, one-shoulder neckline and a multi-strap detail, and a curve-loving silhouette on crepe lined fabric with minimal stretch. Complete your party look with statement earrings and heels.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, one-shoulder neckline
- Multi-strap detail
- Curve-hugging silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Crepe lined fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1671

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $29.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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All The Right Moves Ruched Mini Dress
Make all the right moves with a mini dress that showcases your curves! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, a ruched body, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a brushed knit fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Ruched body
- Mini length silhouette
- Brushed knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-4275

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $29.90

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Availability: Out of Stock
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In The City Glitter Mini Dress
Take a night out on the town with a dress that catches the city lights!

Fits & Features
- V Neckline
- Long Sleeves
- Cinching At Center Front Bodice
- Form-Fitting, Mini Length Silhouette
- Knit Fabric Adorned With Glitter
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Glitter May Transfer
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0002

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $27.00 $38.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Catch Up Crepe Slip Midi Dress
This sleek slip midi dress is perfect for bringing chic vibes when catching up with friends! It features a sleeveless V-neck bodice with bungee spaghetti straps, a form-fitting silhouette to show off your figure, and a sultry front slit on the mid-length hem. The crepe fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete your look with classic block heels.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Form-fitting silhouette
- Front slit, midi-length hem
- Crepe knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-5400

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $5.97 $38.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Avery Formal Heat Stone Cowl Neck Mini Dress
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Make a sparkling moment in the shimmering Avery dress that draws all eyes on you! She features a sleeveless cowl neck, sleek bungee cord straps that lead to an x-back design, sparkling heat stones throughout, and a mini length hem. complete look with rhinestone door knocker earrings and sleek heels.

Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neck
- Bungee cord straps
- X-back
- Heat stones
- Mini length hem
- Form hugging fit
- Moderate stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0552

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $29.97 $44.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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Hit The Spot Ruched Mesh Mini Dress
This mini dress really hits the spot for its stylish allure! Featuring swiss dot long sleeves, a square neckline, a bodycon silhouette, and a short-length hem. Complete the look in glitzy earrings and heels for date night.

Fit & Features
- Swiss dot puff long sleeves
- Square neckline
- Ruching throughout
- Bodycon fit, mini hem
- Mesh-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1262

Category Name: Black Cocktail Dresses

Price: $9.97 $38.90

On Sale: Yes

Availability: Out of Stock
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