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Short Cocktail Dresses That Own the Spotlight

Get party-ready in short cocktail dresses that blend bold glamour with warm-weather ease. Whether you’re headed to a rooftop soirée, a wedding reception, or a summer night out, these mini silhouettes are made to shine.

Go sleek in bodycon styles with one-shoulder necklines or side cutouts, or turn heads in glitter mesh and sequin minis that catch the light with every step. Satin short cocktail dresses bring luxe vibes to formal nights, while breezy chiffon or lace keeps things romantic and effortless.

Style your dress with strappy heels and statement earrings for weddings or go bold with metallic accessories for evening events. Prefer a playful twist? Try a skater or asymmetrical mini with platform heels and a clutch.

Need something unforgettable? Shop Windsor’s short cocktail dresses online, in-store, or in-app and step into your next event with style.

Is a short dress appropriate for a cocktail party?

Yes, short cocktail dresses can work for cocktail events, especially when styled with festive accessories. Pair them with bold heels and a statement coat to stay warm and stylish. Styles with a mini-length may be extra short so try silhouettes like a skater, asymmetrical, or a dress romper if you are concerned with length.

  • Radiant In Rhinestones Mini Dress

    Cause a little commotion in this playful mini dress! It features a wrap bodice with a ruffle trim, a deep V neckline, narrow shoulder straps, and a wrap skirt with a subtle asymmetrical hem. Dress is composed of an unlined crepe fabric 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: 05103-3351

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $31.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Kadison Formal Open Back Velvet Dress

    Special Occasion 

    Keep it stunning in a luxe velvet dress that showcases elegance for your next special evening. Make a memorable entrance in our Kadison dress that features a rich velvet fabric, ruched side seams at the skirt, and a daring open-back design. Complete your special evening outfit with chrome heels and rhinestone earrings. 

    Fit & Features

    • High round neckline
    • Long fitted sleeves
    • Open back design 
    • Velvet fabric
    • Ruched side seams at the skirt
    • Mini-length silhouette
    • Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0480

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Macie Satin Corset Party Dress

    Special Occasion

    Sweet and a little sultry, the Macie satin party dress will have all eyes on you when you enter the room. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, a chic corset-designed bodice, an open back with a lace-up strappy design, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. Style this dress with sparkly heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
    • Padded bust, no bra required
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, customized fit
    • Corset-designed bodice
    • Open back, lace-up strappy design, tie closure
    • High waist seam, lower back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Short party skirt, fit and flare silhouette
    • Satin-knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1156

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • A Sparkle Story Glitter Asymmetrical Dress

    Enchant with a glitter dress that brings out your inner glow, babe! The dress features a sleeveless wrap V-neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching, and an asymmetrical hem. The dress is composed of a glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a clutch. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless wrap V-neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Ruching, bodycon fit
    • Asymmetrical mini length hem
    • Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3973

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Keep It Sleek Satin Mini Dress

    Keep your night out look sleek and stunning in this on-trend satin dress. It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, a tie-back detail, and a mini-length, A-line silhouette. Style this dress with strappy heels and a chic clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neckline
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Tie-back detail
    • Mini-length, A-line silhouette
    • Satin fabric, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1179

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $35.90

    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: Short 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: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Miranda Sequin Feather Short Dress

    Special Occasion

    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: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $79.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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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: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $32.90

    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: Short 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: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $33.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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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: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $29.90

    On Sale: Yes

    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: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $27.00 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Avery Formal Heat Stone Cowl Neck Mini Dress

    Special Occasion 

    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: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $44.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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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: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Klarrissa Formal Satin Pearl Strap Midi Dress

    Special Occasion

    Make an iconic entrance in the Klarissa formal satin dress as the bride-to-be or banquet guest! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a pleated cowl draping, adjustable faux pearl embellished straps, a lightly padded bust, flexible boning inserts along the bodice, and a bodycon silhouette with a wrap midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of luxurious satin fabric with a subtle sheen and a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in dainty earrings and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, pleated cowl draping
    • Adjustable faux pearl embellished straps
    • Lightly padded bust
    • Flexible boning inserts, back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon silhouette, wrap midi-length hem
    • Luxe satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1700

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $74.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Sleek Satin Mini Wrap Dress

    Stun in satin! Create an alluring first impression in this sleek satin mini wrap dress.

    Fits & Features
    • Spaghetti Straps
    • Wrap Front V Neckline
    • Square Back
    • Short, Asymmetrical Hem
    • Curve-Hugging Fit
    • Moderate Stretch I Fully Lined
    • Zipper Not Included

     

    Navy & Red: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

    Gold: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Emerald: Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0374

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Glitter Dreams Mini Dress
    Dream big or go home! This cute little black dress has its head in the clouds with a structured V neckline, narrow shoulder straps, a cutout back and a flattering slim fit composed of a sparkling knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes exposed zipper.

    Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
     

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-6837

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Satin and Sequin Halter Mini Dress

    Shine on in a mini dress that brings the glitz and glamour for your next night out! The dress features a sleeveless halter neckline, a sequin embellished bodice, a neck ties to adjust as needed, and a luxe satin mini length skirt. Complete your glow worthy outfit with rhinestone earrings and glitter heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless halter neckline
    • Sequin embellished bodice
    • Open back 
    • Satin-like mini length silhouette
    • Form hugging fit
    • Slight stretch 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-2087

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Eyes On Me Satin Bodycon

    Draw all eyes on you in a bodycon that was made to flaunt it out! Stun on your next date night in a bodycon that features a sleeveless V-neckline, a pleated bodice, spaghetti straps, and a short-length asymmetrical hem. The dress is composed of a lined stretch satin fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone clutch. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Pleated bust
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Short length, asymmetrical hem 
    • Lined satin, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4499

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Glitter Glow Skater Dress

    Girl glow up in this dazzling skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline and spaghetti straps that cross at the back. The slim fit bodice leads to a flared skater silhouette accented with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a textured glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.

    Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0243

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Blake Chiffon Sleeve Crepe Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Elevate your little black dress with the stunning and chic Blake mini dress! She features a square neckline with a wired notch front detail, long sheer chiffon blouson sleeves with tapered hems, flattering princess seams, a high waist seam, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette with a sexy side slit. The crepe fabric offers a moderate stretch for comfortable wear. Complete the look with cascading duster earrings and strappy heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Square neckline
    • Wired notch front detail
    • Long sheer chiffon blouson sleeves with tapered hems
    • Princess seams
    • High waist seam
    • Mini-length, form-hugging fit with a side slit
    • Crepe fabric with a moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0561

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Pleats To Meet You Satin Slit Dress

    Meet your new luxe satin mini dress for drinks and dancing! Featuring a sleeveless square neck with pleating, spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a flirty hem slit. Style this sleek short dress with a clutch and sparkly ring set.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neck with pleating
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Front slit, mini-length hem
    • Lined satin fabric, subtle sheen, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4701

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $37.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Caroline Velvet Strapless Dress With Gloves

    Special Occasion

    Strike everyone with your beauty in the Caroline velvet mini dress with gloves to create a show-stopping look for a formal or red-carpet event! She features a strapless neckline, flexible boning inserts along the bodice, side ruched seams that accentuate your curves, a bodycon silhouette, and a wrap-style mini-length hem. The velvet-lined party dress is designed with detached, mid-elbow-length finger gloves. Style with rhinestone heels for a glam touch!

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless neckline
    • Detached mid-elbow-length finger gloves
    • Flexible boning inserts along the bodice
    • Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette, wrap-style mini-length hem
    • Lined velvet fabric, moderate stretch
    • Strapless or sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1596

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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