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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Sweet Sultry Sheer Lace Mini Dress
Keep your date night 'fit sweet and sultry with this lined lace mini dress! It features a square neckline with shirring at the bust, sheer short puff sleeves with ruffled hems, a high waist seam, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The sheer lace fabric includes a nude knit lining. Style with strappy stilettos and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Square neckline, shirring at the bust
- Sheer short puff sleeves, ruffled hems
- High waist seam
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Sheer lace fabric, nude knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1784
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Dreamy And Sleek Satin Mini Dress
Dreamy and oh-so-sleek, this satin mini dress is perf for nights out with the girls. It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back design, a lower back lattice design followed by a bold cutout, and a short, bodycon silhouette that will hug your curves. Style with fringe earrings and platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Cross-back strappy design
- Lower back lattice design with tie closure, lower back cutout
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Satin-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4472
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sarah Off-The-Shoulder Sequin Midi Dress
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Gorgeous and glam, the Sarah sequin midi dress will create a dazzling formal night-out look. She features an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline with built-in padded cups for all-night dancing support. Her high waist seam hugs your curves on the mid-length, fitted silhouette, and a flirty trumpet wrap hem. The sheer mesh fabric includes a full knit lining and a chic all-over sequin embroidered design. Style this dress with rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline, built-in padded cups
- Short fitted sleeves, back zipper closure
- High waist seam, mid-length, fitted silhouette
- Trumpet hem, wrap-front design
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sequin embroidery
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0666
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruched And Luxe Velvet Mini Dress
Elevate your look with this luxe mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline, spaghetti straps and a curve hugging mini length silhouette with ruched detailing. Dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a 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: 05103-0298
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Feelin' Glam Rhinestone Trim Mini Dress
Look and feel oh-so-glam in this sleek satin mini dress! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, a structured bust with a sparkly rhinestone embellished trim, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style with strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Structured padded bust, rhinestone trim
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Smooth satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4612
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Zariah Formal Floral Glitter Party Dress
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Step out in a formal dress that makes you feel like one in a million! Zariah features a strapless sweetheart neckline, a built-in no slip strip and padded cups, contrast piping with flexible boning in the bodice, a glitter floral pattern throughout, and a party-length skirt accented with hidden side pockets. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric with a petticoat and offers a fit and flare silhouette with minimal stretch. Complete the look with chrome heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Built-in no slip strip, padded cups
- Contrast piping with flexible boning, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Floral glitter pattern
- High waist, party length skirt, hidden side pockets
- Lined mesh, petticoat
- Fit and flare silhouette, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1067
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $59.97 $159.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sadie Formal Long Sleeve Sequin Mini Dress
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Dazzle them all in a sequin dress that brings glamour to your special occasion event. Sadie features a V-neckline with an empire waist, long sleeves, and a flared skater silhouette. The dress is adorned with sparkling sequins throughout and offers a form hugging fit with slight stretch. Complete look with a dainty rhinestone bracelet.
Fit & Features
- Plunging V-neckline
- Empire waist
- Long sleeves
- Mini skater silhouette
- Sequins
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit, slight stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0484
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Anita Sequin Mesh Corset Party Dress
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Catch light and attention in the Anita sequin party dress at homecoming or birthday celebrations! She features an off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline adorned with sheer short-sleeve cuffs, a padded bust, a sheer corset mesh bodice with flexible boning, and a flirty skater silhouette and short-length hem. The formal party dress is designed with a striking sequin-embellished scroll pattern on airy mesh fabric and has multiple satin and tulle linings for a voluminous effect. Complete the look with earrings and lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline
- Sheer short-sleeve cuffs, back zipper closure
- Padded bust, sheer corset bodice, flexible boning
- Skater silhouette, short-length hem
- Sequin-embellished scroll pattern
- Mesh fabric, multiple satin and tulle linings
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1090
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $109.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jovanna Sequin Marabou Feather Party Dress
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Whether you're a sassy bride or party guest, the Jovanna sequin dress is a gorgeous style for all of your upcoming events! She features a sleeveless scoop neckline, sleek bungee spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a marabou feather trim along the short-length hem. The party dress is designed with a sequin-scroll pattern on mesh fabric that sparkles under the light and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with statement earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Marabou feather trim, short-length hem
- Sequin-scroll pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless bra or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1795
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Heart Of Glam Sleeveless Mini Dress
Bae will be totally lovestruck over you in this trendy mini dress! It features bungee spaghetti straps, a square neckline, and a mini length, curve-hugging silhouette. The dress is composed of a knit fabric with a velvet burnout heart pattern for an adorable vibe. Pair this dress with matching heart statement earrings and a chic crossbody for a romantic date.
Fit & Features
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Square neckline
- Short, form-hugging fit
- Knit fabric with a knit lining
- Velvet burnout heart pattern
- Moderate stretch
SHOP ALL HEART OF GLAM COLLECTION
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3765
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Romantically Involved Mini Dress
Get yourself involved with a romantic look!
Fits & Features
- Sheer, High Crew Neckline I Sweetheart Underlay
- Unlined, Fitted Long Sleeves
- Open Back With Button Closure At Neck
- Sheer Mesh Composition With Reflective Velvet Burnout Floral Pattern
- Lined, Mini Length Skirt
- Body-Hugging Fit 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: 05101-0199
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Plus Elinor Studded Cocktail Dress
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Put some sparkle in your step with the Elinor—a cocktail dress that shimmers as you walk. She features a V neckline, back zip, side slit, and vertical rows of rhinestones from top to bottom. Elinor is lined and made from a soft, moderately stretchy, mesh tulle-like fabric.
Model is 5'9" with a 38.5" bust, 31" waist, and 52" hips. She is wearing a size 1X.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 15001-0044
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Olga Formal Sequin Strapless Mini Dress
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Turn heads in this Olga formal sequin mini dress to make sparkling entrances at birthdays or holiday parties! Crafted with a strapless neckline and exquisite sequin embellishments of various sizes, this party mini dress is sure to elegantly accentuate your curves. The mini-length hem and bodycon silhouette make this a timeless staple that brings subtle sophistication. Complete the look with stud earrings and a bracelet.
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, no-slip strip, padded bust
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Various-sized sequin embellishments
- Sheer mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, minimal stretch
- No bra required
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2033
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ophelia Crepe Corset Short Dress
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The Ophelia crepe dress brings sultry romance to parties and dressy date nights! She features a flattering one-shoulder neckline with a pleated bust, a corset-style bodice with flexible boning, pleated side seam, and a bodycon, wrap short-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a crepe fabric with a knit lining and minimal stretch. Style with tights and heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, one-shoulder neckline, pleated bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Corset bodice, flexible boning
- Bodycon, wrap short-length hem
- Crepe fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1308
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Ravishing Ruffles A-Line Mini Dress
Keep it ravishing with a ruffled mini dress! The dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline, ruffled sleeves, and a mini-length A-line silhouette with tiered ruffles. The dress is composed of a lightweight woven fabric that offers a fitted bodice with a flowy silhouette. Complete look with heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Ruffled sleeves
- Hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Tiered ruffles
- Woven fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1225
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Striking In Satin Mini Dress
Strike a sultry look in satin! The mini dress features a sweetheart neckline with a scalloped lace trim, adjustable spaghetti straps, bustier-like cups and a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a stretchy satin fabric that offers a curve hugging fit.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0040
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Dazzling Sequin Mesh X-Back Dress
Razzle and dazzle in this sequin mesh dress designed to create the perfect entrance! The dress features a sleeveless v-neck, bungee spaghetti straps that shape the open, x-back design, and a bodycon mini-length hem. Style with an envelope clutch to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neck
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Open x-back design
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin pattern mesh, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1828
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Hit The Bar Satin Slit Short Dress
Hit the bar with the girls looking stunning in this satin short dress featuring a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, dual shoulder straps, underwire bust and front slit cut out, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete your sultry look in teardrop earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Dual shoulder straps, back zipper closure
- Underwire bust, front slit cut out
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Smooth satin fabric
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4596
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Kaitlyn Jacquard Party Short Dress
Special Occasion
Short and sweet, the Kaitlyn party dress is dance floor ready and brings the flirty charm! She features a sleeveless v-neckline with dual adjustable spaghetti straps, a lightly padded bust, and a high-waist seam leading to her tiered, ruffled short hem. The formal dress is composed of a sleek jacquard satin fabric with a knit lining and no stretch. Complete your dressy look in sparkly block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neckline, dual adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lightly padded bust, bra optional
- Back zipper closure
- High-waist seam
- Tiered, ruffle short-length hem
- Jacquard satin fabric, knit lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1130
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Mika Floral Mesh Bell Sleeve Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Oh-so-chic, the Mika bell sleeve mini dress is perf for a garden party or formal brunch with the girls. The floral embroidery on airy mesh fabric gives the dress an effortlessly pretty look.
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 mesh fabric with partial lining
- Floral embroidered pattern
- Square neck and back
- Long bell sleeves
- Tie-back straps, lower back zipper closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Engagement parties, bridal showers, garden parties, and weekend brunches.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2709
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $59.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: XS, S
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Ivanka Taffeta Rhinestone Bubble Hem Dress
Special Occasion
Add a flirty flair to your formal wear in the Ivanka taffeta short dress! She features a V-neckline with a wired insert and foldover design, adjustable spaghetti straps, a padded bust, a flattering pleated waist, and an A-line silhouette with a bubble-style short hem. The formal mini dress is composed of a smooth taffeta woven fabric with colored rhinestone embellishments for a sparkly look and has a sewn-in stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with glitzy flat sandals for a sweet sixteen, wedding, or school dance!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, wire insert, foldover design
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Pleated waist, A-line silhouette, bubble-style short hem
- Colored rhinestone embellishments
- Taffeta woven fabric, sewn-in stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1980
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Mesh Affection Cold Shoulder Dress
Capture the attention of the club in this mesh cold shoulder dress! It features sheer long sleeves with split cuffs, spaghetti straps, an empire waist seam, and a curve-hugging silhouette with side ruching and a mini-length hem. Complete the look in sassy heels.
Fit & Features
- Cold shoulder neckline
- Sheer long sleeves, split cuffs, spaghetti straps
- Empire waist seam
- Curve-hugging, side ruching
- Mini-length hem
- Mesh-lined fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4599
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Going Out Satin Slit Mini Dress
By the way, you'll be going out tonight in this stunning satin dress! It features a sleeveless square neck with a pleated, foldover design, spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a front-side slit accent. Style with a mesh rhinestone handbag to complete the look.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, pleated foldover design
- Spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Front side slit accent
- Mini-length hem
- Smooth satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4877
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Julissa Knot Front Heat Stone Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Sparkle and glitter like the night sky in our statement Julissa!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline With Twist Front Design
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- Ruching Along The Sides & Center Back
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Fully Lined, Mesh Knit Fabric With Heat Stone Embellishments All Over
- Curve Hugging Fit With Ample 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: 05001-0249
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $25.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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