Short Cocktail Dresses
Elevate your night out look in these gorgeous short cocktail dresses. Perfect for semi-formal weddings, birthday soirees, or a romantic date night, these mini dresses come in classic black, bold red, flirty pink, and timeless white. Choose from bodycon to A-line or drop waist silhouettes, with luxe fabrics like satin, sequins, and glitter mesh. Details like corset bodices, strapless, and off-the-shoulder necklines make these dresses your go-to for a stylish evening out.
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Short Cocktail Dresses
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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.
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Maddie Off-The-Shoulder Party Dress
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Channel the starry night sky in the Maddie party dress showcasing a memorizing sequin scroll embroidery sure to stun at homecoming! She features a classy, off-the-shoulder bodice, a V-neck accent, long sleeves, a high waist seam, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a mesh fabric with a knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete your dressy look with a chic hair piece to create a glam updo.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder, V-neck accent, long sleeves
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- High waist seam, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Sequin scroll embroidery
- Mesh fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1022
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $66.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Classy Glamour Ruched Mini Dress
Keep it classy with a glam mini dress that is perf for dressier date nights! The dress features a square neckline, long ruched sleeves, a ruched body throughout, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with metallic heels and hoops.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline
- Long ruched sleeves
- Ruched body
- Mini length silhouette
- Lined smooth knit fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1214
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Forever Perfect Glitter Rhinestone Party Dress
Make a perfect and glowing impression in this glitter knit party dress! Features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps, padded bust, side-pleated seam, a flattering bodycon silhouette, low-cut back with a rhinestone-embellished strap, and wrap mini-length hem crafted from glitter knit fabric for extra sparkle. Complete the look with a glam choker and heels for a night out!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Spaghetti straps, padded bust
- Low-cut back with rhinestone-embellished strap
- Side pleated seam
- Bodycon silhouette, wrap mini-length hem
- Glitter knit fabric, bust knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5164
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dream Girl Mini Dress
Showcase your striking style with a mini dress!
Fits & Features
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V Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps Lead to Square Back & Zipper Closure
- High Waist Seam
- Short Wrap Skirt Creates Envelope Hem
- Crepe Composition
- Form-Fitting I Moderate Stretch
Burgundy: Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Navy: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1076
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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V Neckline
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Leandra Satin Skater Dress
Special OccasionHit the dance floor and take our satin Leandra for a twirl! She features a skater-style silhouette, a seamed bodice with deep V neckline, crisscross spaghetti straps with lace-up ties, a back zip with cutout detail, and a flowy A-line skirt. Leandra is fully lined and made from a smooth, shiny woven material with a touch of stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0049
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Odette Sequin Beaded Floral Lace Mini Dress
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The Odetta sequin beaded floral lace mini dress will be the center of attention at every party or event! The formal dress is designed with a sleeveless square neckline that leads to the flattering A-line silhouette and mini-length hem. Pair with heels.
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
- Sheer lace fabric with satin woven lining, minimal stretch
- Floral embroidered design, sequin and beaded embellishments
- Sleeveless square neckline, curved underbust seam
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2363
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ready For My Closeup Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
Step up for your closeup in this chic mini dress! The dress features a sweetheart neckline, short puff sleeves, hidden side pockets, and a mini-length silhouette. Complete look with mules and statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline, structured and padded bust
- Short puff sleeves
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Hidden side pockets
- Mini-length silhouette
- Woven fabric, minimal stretch, form-hugging fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0982
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marybelle Sequin A-Line Dress
Special Occasion
Head to the school dance and unleash your inner sparkle girl in the Marybell sequin short dress showcasing flirtatious vibes all around! She features a sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, an empire waistband with flexible boning, hidden side pockets to keep your hands warm, and an A-line silhouette. The formal mini dress is composed of a sequin-knit fabric with a knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete your party look in sassy heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Empire waistband, flexible boning, back zipper closure
- Hidden side pockets
- A-line silhouette, short-length hem
- Sequin-knit, lining, minimal stretch
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1145
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $39.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Gia Sequin Mesh Bodycon Dress
Special Occasion
Shimmer and glimmer in the sultry-chic Gia formal dress! She features a sleeveless scoop neckline, stretchy bungee spaghetti straps, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features all-over sequin embroidery in an intricate scroll pattern. Style this dress with sleek hoop earrings for a fab night out.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1102
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $66.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Late Night Fantasy Dress
Live your wildest dreams in this skater dress! Bring the wow factor to your date-night outfit in this flirty pulse size skater dress. The dress features a flattering v-neckline, spaghetti straps that offer support, sheer lace back detail with a lower back keyhole to show off a hint of skin and a flowy skater silhouette with double-tiered hem. The dress is composed of a form-hugging ponte knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Complete your impressive look with rhinestone duster earrings and sleek stiletto heels.
Fits & Features
- V neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Sheer lace back with zipper
- Exposed lower back
- Wide waistband
- Flowy skirt with a double-tiered hem
- Ponte knit composition, moderate stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 38" bust, 37" waist, and 50" waist. She is wearing a size 1x.
Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0064
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $47.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Brigitta Pearl Embroidered Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Perfect for bachelorette parties or to refresh your night-out look, the Brigitta mini dress is a must-have. She features a sleeveless scoop neckline, bungee spaghetti straps that lead to an open back with a cross-strap design, and a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette. The short dress is crafted from a lined mesh fabric embroidered with all-over pearl details for a chic vibe. Complete the look with the mini dress in rhinestone earrings and new heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Open back, cross-strap design
- Short, form-hugging fit
- Sheer mesh fabric with embroidered pearl details, full knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1829
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Main Flame Off Shoulder Dress
Become our main flame this weekend in this sweet yet sexy skater dress! It features a straight off-the-shoulder neckline with fitted short sleeves, a fitted bodice, a high waist, and a flirty skater skirt with a double-layered design. Style this dress with statement earrings and new heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Fitted short sleeves
- Fitted bodice, high waist
- Double-layered skater skirt
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0215
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Felicia Floral Beaded Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The gorgeous Felicia mini dress is sure to be complemented all night! Crafted with endless delicate beads, this floral dress boasts a flattering strapless cowl neckline and bodycon fit.
Fit & Features
- Floral print, beading, mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Strapless cowl neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Garden parties, date nights, birthdays, brunch, dressy celebrations, cocktail bars
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000139
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $89.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: IVORY-2
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Zooey Sequin Strappy Back Party Dress
Special Occasion
Party season is year-round with the Zooey sequin mini dress! She features a sexy and sleeveless V-neckline, dual sleek bungee spaghetti straps that create the strappy open-back design, a curve-flaunting bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The party dress is designed with a boho-inspired sequin pattern on mesh fabric and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in rhinestone earrings and heels for a glitzy vibe!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Dual bungee spaghetti straps
- Strappy open-back design
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Boho-inspired sequin pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1792
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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All The Posh Things Velvet Dress
You love the best things in life, so you'll love this burgundy velvet dress for all your party needs! Dress features a deep V neckline with a wire front, spaghetti straps, a high waist seam, and a short wrap skirt that creates a subtle asymmetrical hem. Dress is composed of an unlined velvet fabric with a 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: 05103-3189
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Darling Diva Velvet Floral Dress
You'll look like a darling diva in this bodycon mini dress perfect for bringing the allure to parties! Features a sleeveless plunge V-neckline with a wire insert, a lightly padded bust, a lace-up back design, and is composed of mesh-lined fabric with a flocked floral velvet pattern. Style this mini-length dress with a rhinestone bracelet and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunge V-neckline, wire insert
- Lightly padded bust
- Lace-up back design, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Flocked floral velvet pattern
- Mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2070
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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In The Spotlight Sequin Mini Dress
Shine and dazzle them all in the spotlight with a dress as extra as you! This sparkling mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups and spaghetti straps that lead to a lace up back. The all over sequins are set in a trendy scroll print pattern. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a minimal stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0139
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Karly Sequin Strappy Back Party Dress
Special Occasion
Own the spotlight in the Karly sequin party dress out on the dance floor as a bachelorette or birthday girl! She features a sleeveless V-neckline, a padded bust, dual sleek bungee spaghetti straps that creates the strappy open-back design, a sexy bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The party dress is designed with an intricate and regal sequin-embellished pattern on mesh fabric sure to make you stand out and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in rhinestone heels and earrings for a glamorous finish!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded bust
- Dual bungee spaghetti straps
- Strappy open back design, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Regal sequin-embellished pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- No bra required
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1845
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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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: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $42.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Everyday Chic Ruffled Mini Dress
Keep it chic and lowkey with a ruffled mini dress that is perf for brunch with the squad! The dress features a square neckline with a dual ruffled bodice, semi-sheer long sleeves, and a mini-length silhouette with tiered ruffles. The dress is composed of a combination of lightweight woven and smocked fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline, dual ruffles at bodice
- Semi-sheer long sleeves
- Smocked bodice, tiered ruffles
- Mini length silhouette
- Lightweight woven fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1015
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Graced In Lace Skater Dress
Grace them with your presence in lovely lace! This skater dress features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline with a lace trim and narrow straps that lead to a cross back design. The bodice features an all over lined floral lace fabric with a metallic outline and leads to a multi layered skater length skirt with hidden side pockets. Dress is composed of a combination crepe and lace 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: 05101-8182
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $18.97 $47.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Meg Crepe Feather Trim Party Dress
Special Occasion
Short and sassy, unlock the Meg crepe dress that brings the diva allure to formal parties and dressy date nights! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a built-in padded bust with underwire support. Her curve-hugging silhouette leads to the eye-catching, asymmetrical short hem with feather trim. The formal dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric with a moderate stretch. Style with bold stiletto heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Built-in padded bust, underwire
- Curve-hugging silhouette
- Feather trim, asymmetrical short hem
- Lined crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1406
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alora Formal Sequin Scroll Bodycon
Special Occasion
Make a dazzling impression with a formal bodycon dress that stuns at your special event! Alora features a square neckline, long sleeves, a sequin scroll print, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with slight stretch. Complete look with nude heels and rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Sequin scroll print
- Mini-length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric, form-hugging fit, slight stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0703
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Caged Back Beauty Silk Mini Dress
This silk mini dress is a thing of beauty! It features a sleeveless, adjustable spaghetti strap design on a cowl neck, a fitted bodice, and a caged strap back with zipper closure. The soft silk fabric offers a minimal stretch. Complete your night-out look in glitter heels and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Cowl neckline, fitted bodice
- Caged strap back design
- Zipper closure
- Soft silk-knit lined fabric
- Minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4290
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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