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Short Cocktail Dresses That Own the Spotlight

Get party-ready in short cocktail dresses that blend bold glamour with timeless appeal. Whether you’re headed to a wedding reception, a night out, or a special celebration, these mini silhouettes are made to shine.

Silhouettes That Stand Out

Go sleek in bodycon styles with one-shoulder necklines or daring cutouts, or turn heads in glitter mesh and sequin minis that sparkle with every step. Satin short cocktail dresses bring luxe vibes to formal nights, while chiffon and lace keep things romantic and effortlessly chic.

Styling Made Easy

Style your mini with strappy heels and statement earrings for weddings, or go bold with metallic accessories for evening events. Prefer something playful? Skater and asymmetrical minis pair perfectly with platform heels and a clutch for a flirty, fashion-forward finish.

Your Spotlight Moment

From cocktail parties to milestone celebrations, Windsor’s short cocktail dresses are designed to keep you glowing all night long. Flirty, fun, and unforgettable, these minis make every event feel like your moment to shine.

Shop Windsor’s short cocktail dresses online, in-app, or in-store and step into your next event with standout 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.

  • Stars Do Shine Lace-Up Bodycon Sequin Party Dress

    Make everyone starry-eyed over you in this sequin party dress at the school dance or birthday! Designed from a mesh fabric, this dress is crafted with a sequin scroll embellished pattern for a regal effect. With its square neckline, padded bra cups, and spaghetti straps, this dress offers a flattering and supportive fit. The lace-up back adds a head-turning effect while the bodycon fit and mini-length hem flatters your figure. Complete the look in high heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sequin scroll pattern, mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Square neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Padded bra cups
    • Lace-up back
    • Bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5722

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Plus Lace Appeal Skater Dress
    One way to ensure an unforgettable evening? Make the case for lace in this flirty skater style! Dress features spaghetti straps, a lightly padded sweetheart bodice with lace overlay, and a swing-y, inverted-pleat mini skirt. Dress slips on and is made from a lightweight nylon-crepe blend with a fair amount of stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0009

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Extra Stunning Faux Pearl Mesh Mini Dress

    Conquer the night looking extra stunning in this mesh mini dress at parties or somebody's plus one! This mini-length dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline, short-sleeve cuffs, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a surplice bust. Ruched side seams and faux pearl-embellished mesh fabric add an elegant touch to the bodycon silhouette. Complete the look with teardrop earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder neckline
    • Short-sleeve cuffs, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Faux pearl embellished mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2815

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Midnight Magic Glitter Velvet Mini Dress

    Shimmer under any light in this glitter velvet mini dress designed in a curve-hugging A-line silhouette, perfect for dinner dates and night out soirees! 

    Fit & Features

    • Glitter velvet fabric
    • Cowl halter neckline
    • A-line silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000336

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $39.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: HUNTER

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L

  • Jaimie Bow Lace-Up Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Bold, romantic, and ready to steal the scene—the Jaimie mini dress balances a sleek strapless neckline with a striking lace-up back and statement bow. The metallic floral pattern catches the light with every step, making your entrance one to remember.

    Fit & Features

    • Floral jacquard pattern, metallic stitch detailing, woven lining
    • Strapless neckline, padded bra cups
    • Statement detachable back bow, lace-up, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Form-hugging silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    School dances, weddings, garden parties, birthdays, shower celebrations, engagement parties, milestone celebrations, date night

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000075

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $79.90

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Forever Romantic Lace Mini Dress

    Soft, romantic, unforgettable—this lace mini dress stuns with off-shoulder draping, flared sleeves, and a curve-kissed fit. Perfect for bridal celebrations, birthday dinners, or any moment worth feeling dreamy.

    Fit & Features

    • Lace-lined fabric
    • Off-the-shoulder draped neckline
    • Fitted long sleeves with bell cuffs
    • Tailored bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000546

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $46.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: IVORY

    Available Size: XS, L, XL

    Product Badge:
    • Best Seller
  • Wrapped In Glam Bow Back Sequin Dress

    Serving sugar, sparkle, and everything extra—this strapless sequin mini dress is all about the drama. With a bold tulle bow back and a curve-hugging fit, it’s your party-perfect dress for celebrations or fancy soirees.

    Fit & Features

    • Sequin-embellished, mesh-lined fabric
    • Strapless tube neckline
    • Chiffon back bow tie
    • Curve-hugging fit
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000353

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $56.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: PINK

    Available Size: M, L

  • Enchanted Magic Lace Up Skater Dress

    Enchant the room with magical shine! This skater dress features a sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, a lace-up open-back design, and a short-length hem on glitter woven fabric. Complete the look in lace-up heels and earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neck
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Lace-up, open-back design
    • Skater silhouette
    • Short-length hem
    • Glitter woven fabric, knit lining, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1731

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Aurelia Sequin Lace-Up Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Made for the spotlight, the Aurelia sequin bodycon dress is equal parts sultry and polished. The bodycon silhouette and lace-up back detail strike the perfect balance of glam and sophistication for your next standout moment.

    Fit & Features

    • Sequin-embellished, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • V-neckline, padded bra cups
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Homecoming, birthdays, bachelorettes, date nights, Vegas, rooftop hotel bars, dinner parties, fancy brunches

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000325

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $69.90

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sweet And Stylish Off-The-Shoulder Mini Dress

    Keep it sweet and stylish in a mini dress that brings pretty details to your outfits. The dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline, long sheer sleeves, scalloped lace throughout, and a mini-length silhouette. Complete look with wedges.

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder neckline
    • Long fitted sheer sleeves
    • Sheer scalloped lace fabric, lined body
    • Mini-length silhouette
    • Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0987

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Sweet Perfection Mini Dress

    Keep it sweet and charming in this pretty mini!

    Fits & Features

    • Off Shoulder Neckline
    • Sweetheart Bust
    • Fitted Long Sleeves
    • Ruched Detail Along Left Seam I Envelope Hem
    • Smooth Knit Composition
    • Curve Hugging Fit With Moderate Stretch 

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0290

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $37.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Brielle One-Shoulder Marabou Feather Trim Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    The Brielle formal mini dress is a trendy elevated version of the classic LBD! Perfect for parties, she brings the drama and flirtatious allure. She features an asymmetric one-shoulder neckline with a long bell sleeve with a shoulder pad insert and a chic marabou feather trim, all-over ruched detailing, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette to showcase your gorgeous curves. The lined knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Complete your party look in this mini-length dress with rhinestone fringe earrings and stiletto heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Asymmetric one-shoulder neckline
    • Long bell sleeve, shoulder pad insert, marabou feather trim
    • Ruched detailing
    • Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
    • Stretchy knit fabric, sewn-in knit lining
    • Strapless or sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1769

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sparkle Motion Glitter Mini Dress
    Ready to make moves? Then shine in this glitter-embellished red mini! Dress features cross-back spaghetti straps, a seamed, deep V princess bodice with lightly padded cups, and a curve-hugging skirt with envelope hem. Dress is made from a woven knit material and offers moderate stretch.

    Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0114

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Isabel Velvet Rhinestone Trim Dress

    Special Occasion

    Attention everyone, you've arrived looking like a princess in the Isabel formal dress for holiday parties and dressy soirees! She features long fitted sleeves with shoulder pads for structure, a gorgeous rhinestone trim sweetheart neckline with a center-notched design, and a pleated side seam that leads to her bodycon, asymmetric short hem. The formal dress is composed of luxurious lined velvet fabric with a moderate stretch. Style with rhinestone stiletto heels to complete your glam look!

    Fit & Features

    • Long fitted sleeves, shoulder pads
    • Rhinestone trim sweetheart neckline, center-notched design
    • Back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Pleated side seam, bodycon silhouette, asymmetric short-length hem
    • Lined velvet fabric, moderate stretch
    • Bra-friendly design
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1217

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Dream Girl Satin Lace Trim Mini Dress

    This dreamy satin mini dress will have you feeling date night-ready! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a sheer lace trim bust, spaghetti straps that cross along the open back, side pleating, and a bodycon mini-length silhouette. The smooth satin-knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete the look with chunky platform heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
    • Sheer lace trim bust, bust seam outline
    • Spaghetti straps, cross open-back design
    • Side pleating
    • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Satin-knit fabric, knit lining at the bust, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1916

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
    • Sale
  • Chic Daydream Floral Satin Mini Dress

    Capture everyone's gaze in this sleek floral satin mini dress that will have you looking like a chic daydream! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, a gorgeous floral embroidered applique that continues from the bust to the spaghetti straps, a high waist seam, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette that will hug your curves. Style this stunning dress with clear heels for a party.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
    • Floral embroidered applique at the bust and adjustable spaghetti straps
    • High waist seam, back zipper closure
    • Mini-length hem
    • Bodycon fit
    • Satin-knit fabric
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2359

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Basic Scoop Mini Dress
    Basic never looked so good in this essential mini dress! It features a light blue color, a scoop neckline, tank-like straps and a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a double lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3350

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $13.91 $23.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Noelle Formal Satin Party Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Claim the throne as you reign the night in luxe rhinestones! Our Noelle dress features a sleeveless bodice, a sweetheart bust with a built in no slip strip, padded cups, built in boning for structure and princess seams. Her slim fit bodice leads to a flaring multi layered party length skirt with hidden side pockets accented with rhinestones and gemstones. Dress is composed of a satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes a hidden back zipper closure and petticoat

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3938

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $53.97 $154.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Tempt Me Satin Mini Dress

    Dare to be tempting with your wardrobe. This mini dress features a sweetheart lace trim neckline, a bra-like bodice with a ruched detail down the center, and a sexy lace-trimmed hem. Complete the look in simple heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sweetheart lace trim neckline
    • Bra-like bodice, center ruched detail
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper closure
    • Form-fitting silhouette
    • Lace trim mini-length hem
    • Luxe satin fabric, moderate stretch, fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0386

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Sheila Satin Queen Skater Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Radiate elegance and grace as you stun in our breathing Macy dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to an unlined floral lace back with a lower back keyhole. Her slim fit bodice leads to a fluttering double layered skater skirt. Macy is composed of a luxe satin and lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.

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

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4063

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $84.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Feeling Flirtatious Satin Glitter Mini Dress

    Looking for something to make heads turn? This satin mini dress is the perfect pick! It features a sheer mesh glitter peasant long sleeves, a figure-flattering side pleated seam and bodycon silhouette, and a wrap mini-length hem. Complete the look with heels and a handbag for a party!

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer mesh glitter peasant long sleeves
    • Square neckline
    • Side pleated seam
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Wrap mini-length hem
    • Satin fabric, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2925

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Scarlet Formal Glitter Drape Dress

    Special Occasion

    A delicate side drape and glitter steals the show on the Scarlet formal dress perfect for all-night dancing! She captures all the attention in her sleek, one-shoulder design with a sheer long sleeve, high waist seam, and bodycon short skirt. Her side cascading drape creates a dramatic flair for the evening while elongating your figure! The formal dress is composed of a sheer glitter knit overlay with a knit lining and moderate stretch. Complete the look in statement earrings and sassy heels.

    Fit & Features

    • One-shoulder design, sheer long sleeve
    • Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
    • High waist seam, side cascading drape
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Short-length hem
    • Sheer glitter overlay, knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0976

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Life Of The Party Mini Dress

    Center of attention? All eyes on you? It's a given when you say yes to this dress!

    Fits & Features

    • Mock Neck With Two-Button Closure At Nape
    • Faux Wrap-Style Bodice With Cutouts At Back, Bust, Waist
    • Fitted Long Sleeves
    • Slim Pencil, Mini Length Skirt
    • Bodycon Fit
    • Velvet Composition I Moderate Stretch 

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0156

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $35.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Plus Pretty And Pleated Skater Dress

    Be a stunner in this pretty and pleated skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, wide shoulder straps, a deep V neckline, padded cups, an empire waistband, and a skater skirt paired with pleated details. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch and includes a lined bodice. 

    Model is 5'11" with a 38" bust, 37" waist and 48.5" hips. She is wearing a 1X

    Style Number/Barcode: 15101-0057

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $13.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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