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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Amari Heat Stone One Shoulder Midi Dress
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With an effortlessly shine and a seamless silhouette, Amari is all about elegance. She'll certainly be a conversation starter the moment you enter any room!
Fits & Features
- One-Shoulder Neckline
- Ruching Detail Along The Sides
- Midi Length Silhouette
- Fully Lined Mesh Knit Fabric With Heat Stones Embellishments
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0251
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Adriana Velvet Rhinestone Dress With Gloves
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Conquer the night with Adriana party mini dress! This strapless velvet dress will set you apart with its glistening rhinestone trims and dramatic mini bodycon silhouette with a ruched seam detail and a padded bust. Its detachable velvet gloves sparkle with a matching trim of rhinestones. The mini-length dress is composed of a soft and luxurious velvet knit fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the daring look with a chic choker necklace and heels for a cocktail event or fancy celebration!
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, rhinestone trim, padded bust
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Front ruched seam, bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Detached elbow-length gloves, rhinestone trim
- Luxe velvet knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- No bra required
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1603
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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A Moment In Satin Ruche Mini Dress
Take time to admire your beauty in this chic satin mini dress before heading out to the party! The dress features puff long sleeves, a sweetheart neck with a center ruched bust seam, a bodycon silhouette, and side ruching that accentuates your curves. Style with sparkly hoop earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Puff long sleeves
- Square neck
- Center ruched bust seam
- Bodycon silhouette
- Side ruching, mini-length hem
- Smooth satin, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2112
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Only You V Cut Mini Dress
Only you can look this good! This LBD features a wired V slit at the neckline, spaghetti straps, and a mini length with a front leg slit. Crepe fabric offers a stretchy form hugging fit.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0068
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Flirt Mode Activated Ruched Mini Dress
This dress does the most with the least—aka, effortless wow. The V-neck, side ruching, and flirty A-line cut bring the heat for everything from date night to dance floors.
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
- V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Side ruched seams
- A-line silhouette
- Uneven mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000300
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $36.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: EMERALD
Available Size: XXS, XS, L
Product Badge:- New Arrival
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Glisten And Glimmer Sequin Lace-Up Dress
Glisten and glimmer from every angle in this sequin mini dress at your next dressy celebration party! It features a sleeveless square neck, spaghetti straps that lace up in the back, and a short form-hugging silhouette. The dress is designed with a sequin-scroll pattern that adds luxe vibes! Complete the look in glitter platform heels for extra sparkle!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back, lower zipper and hook-eye closures
- Form-hugging silhouette, mini-length hem
- Sequin-scroll patterned fabric
- Sewn-in stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2000
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Glam On The Town Mesh Short Dress
Slip into this glam mesh short dress for a night on the town! It features a mock neck with dual button closures, long sleeves, a bodycon fit, and a sultry open-back design. Complete the look in chandelier earrings and heels!
Fit & Features
- Long sleeves
- Mock neck with dual button closures
- Open-back
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Rhinestone embellished
- Sheer mesh, partial lining, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4521
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $58.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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All About Floral Lace Skater Dress
Showcase your love for lace with a skater dress that says it all! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a sheer floral lace back, and a flirty and flowy skater silhouette. Complete the look with wedges.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, sheer floral lace back
- Hidden side zipper and hook and eye closure
- Skater silhouette
- Lined chiffon fabric
- Relaxed fit, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0832
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Forever Yours Off-The-Shoulder Bodycon Mini Dress
A mesh bodycon dress destined to be yours forever! The dress flaunts a sultry folded off-the-shoulder neckline while the long sleeves give pretty details with slit accents and bell cuffs. Complete the look with a dainty necklace.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with partial knit lining, plenty of stretch
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, fold-over design, no-slip strip
- Sheer long fitted bell sleeves, slit accents
- Ruched side seams
- Mini-length bodycon fit, ruffled hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3575
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $40.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Nikita Formal Sequin Wrap Mini Dress
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Wrap yourself in a sequin dress that brings the glamour, captivate them all this homecoming in our shimmering Nikita dress. She features a v-neckline that flatters, sleek corded straps, a wrap mini length silhouette, and sequins throughout that reflect with each step. Complete your formal outfit with sparkling rhinestone earrings and strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neckline
- Corded straps
- Relaxed fit waist
- Wrap mini length silhouette
- Sequins
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit
Model is 5'8" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 36.5" hips. She is wearing a size three.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0295
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lalana Formal One Shoulder Mini Dress
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Create an enchanting moment with a formal dress that stands out as a true one of a kind! Lalana features a one-shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve with a padded shoulder, ruching, a mini side slit, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone stilettos and rhinestone hair clips to create a fab side part.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Fitted long sleeve, padding at the shoulder
- Ruching
- Mini side slit
- Mini length silhouette
- Lined crepe fabric, additional knit lining
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0673
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Wondering Eyes Sequin Ruffle Party Dress
Step out to shine in this sequin party dress sure to catch every eye in the room! Featuring an elegant V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a bodycon silhouette, this mini-length dress is beautifully adorned with cascading ruffles and sequins, sure to light up your night with dazzling style. Complete the look with strappy stiletto heels and earrings for a classic GNO!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem, cascading ruffles
- Sequin-knit mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5216
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Grand Prize Velvet Strapless Dress With Gloves
Look and feel like a prize in this sultry mini dress with gloves! Featuring a strapless neckline with non-slip grip lining, side ruched seams to accentuate every curve, a flattering bodycon silhouette, and comes with a pair of elbow-length gloves. The dress is designed with a velvet burnout pattern on mesh fabric that has a sewn-in knit lining. Complete the look in platform heels for a dressy celebration!
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- One pair of elbow-length gloves
- Velvet burnout pattern, mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2595
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Amelie Long Sleeve Sequin Mini Dress
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Elevate your party look for the holiday season with the Amelie sequin mini dress! She features a sweetheart neckline with a bustier-style bodice, structured and padded cups, long sheer fitted sleeves, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. The lined knit fabric features all-over sequin embroidery for a gorgeous shine. Style this dress with sparkly heels.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline, bustier-style bodice
- Padded bust, structured underwire
- Long sheer fitted sleeves
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Sheer knit fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Sequin embroidery
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1140
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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So Sultry In Satin Mini Dress
Sexy and sultry, you'll look fire in this satin mini dress bby! Pair with some glamorous earrings for a total luxe vibe.
Fit & Features
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Plunging V neckline
- Tiered high waist seams
- Back zipper closure
- Short, curve hugging fit
- Satin-like fabric | Moderate stretch
Black: Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 26" waist and 38" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Red: Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0547
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Lace Beauty Bodycon Dress
Showcase your stunning beauty in this beyond gorg lace bodycon!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- V Neckline With Scalloped Lace Trim I Padded Bust
- Square Back
- High Waist Seam
- Form Hugging Fit I Mini Length, Scalloped Hem
- Lace Fabric With Full Knit Lining
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0022
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shine Bright Glitter Mini Dress With Gloves
Glitter dresses let you shine bright all night! Designed with a strapless neckline, side ruched seams, and bodycon silhouette, this sparkling glitter dress is sure to turn heads. With a mini-length hem and glitter mesh fabric, you're ready to shine your brightest. Plus, get extra glam with the detached sheer ruched gloves! Complete the look in platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Detached sheer ruched gloves
- Glitter mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5296
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Sleek Satin Sleeveless Mini Dress
Keep it sleek and stylish with this statement mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a mini mock neck and a high waist that leads to a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a stretchy satin fabric that offers a body hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0307
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Perfect Night Out Glitter Mini Dress With Sash
Glitter dresses always make for a perfect night out! This mini dress features a strapless neckline and bodycon silhouette with side ruched seams that hug your curves, while the mini-length hem and side sash add charm. Complete the look in rhinestone bracelets.
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline
- Bodycon silhouette
- Side ruched seams
- Side sash, mini-length hem
- Glitter mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5341
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Glitter The Night Mesh Short Dress
Twinkle all night in this glistening glitter short dress at the holiday cocktail party! The dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, a built-in padded bust with underwire support, and all-over ruched seams along the bodycon silhouette. The dress is composed of a glitter mesh-lined fabric with minimal stretch. Complete the look in platform heels for a chic style!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closures
- Built-in padded bust, underwire support
- All-over ruched seams
- Bodycon, short-length hem
- Glitter mesh fabric, lined, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1880
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Mia Sequin Tulle Party Dress
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Showcase a head-turning look in the flirty glam Mia party dress! She features a sleeveless V-neckline with a wrap-front design, adjustable spaghetti straps, a high waist, and a flowy flared-out party skirt. The sheer tulle fabric has all-over iridescent sequin details and has a full knit lining. Style this dress with rhinestone earrings and block heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, wrap-front design
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Low scoop back design, zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist, flared-out party skirt
- Sheer tulle fabric, iridescent sequin detailing, full knit lining
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0581
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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- Sleeveless V-neckline, wrap-front design
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Brady Beaded Mini Dress
Special OccasionMeet our Beaded Brady Mini Dress! She features a sleeveless bodice with a high mesh scoop neckline overlay, an inner sweetheart neckline, and beautiful swirl floral leaf embroidery adorned in reflective beading throughout the dress. She has a smooth inner lining as well as a long zipper that leads from lower back up to nape, also a sheer upper back. She is composed of a mesh net like material overlay and a smooth inner fabric underneath. Offering a curve hugging fit, and party ready mini length silhouette with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4138
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Velvet Romance Sleeveless A-Line Mini Dress
The velvet dress features a sleeveless square neckline, pleating at the bust, and a mini-length A-line hem. Complete night out outfit with stiletto heels that wow!
Fit & Features
- Lined velvet fabrication
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Pleating at bust
- Mini-length A-line hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-6057
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Analeia Floral Cutout Beaded Mini Dress
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The Analeia floral beaded mini dress brings a playful and fresh energy to your night! This bodycon dress hugs your curves perfectly while the daring cutout back brings a touch of sass to your look.
Fit & Features
- Floral print, beaded embellishments
- Mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Square neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
- Cutout back
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
Where to Wear:
Bachelorettes, garden parties, birthdays, dressy brunches, date night, shower celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000173
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $84.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: LIGHT, BLUE, WHITE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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