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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Carmela Metallic Shine Party Dress
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You'll be leading the dance floor in our sparkling Carmela! Twist, twirl, and bust a move in her flowy skater skirt while showcasing all the shine from every angle. Style her up with some rhinestone heels and a pair of earrings to match!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- V Neckline I Padded Bust I Mesh Inset
- Mini Length Hem I Skater Silhouette
- Mesh Inset At Back With Triple Row Detail I Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Mesh Lined Metallic Threaded Fabric I Fully Lined
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0417
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $31.97 $69.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Sleeveless In Seattle Dress
Spend your sleepless party nights in this simple yet sexy LBD! It has a deep V neckline leading to an empire waist seam, spaghetti straps, and a faux wrap skirt creating an asymmetrical hem. Dress has a body-hugging fit and is composed of a ponte knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 32.5" bust, 22.5" waist and 34.5 hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3235
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Jada Formal Floral Satin Party Dress
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Keep it stunning in a satin dress that brings elegance! Our Jada dress features a strapless square neckline with vertical seams at the bust, a floral pattern, and a party-length silhouette with hidden side pockets that keep essentials close to you. Complete your stunning formal outfit with rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Vertical seams at the bust
- Floral pattern
- Satin fabric
- Party-length silhouette
- Hidden side pockets
- Form-hugging fit
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size three.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0433
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Fiercely Wild Mini Dress
You're fiercely wild, so you need a dress to match! This mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a scoop neckline, and a short, flattering fit. The dress is composed of a lined knit fabric and offers plenty of stretch and a curve hugging style. Zipper not included.
Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3946
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Katie Rhinestone Short Party Dress
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Dare to take everyone's breath away in the striking Katie party dress perfect for school dances or celebrations! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customizable fit, a built-in padded bust with an underwire, and a short bodycon silhouette. The dress is composed of a nude mesh fabric with a knit lining and all-over rhinestone and faux pearl embellishments. Style with fringe earrings and platform heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Built-in padded bust, underwire
- Bodycon silhouette, short-length hem
- All-over rhinestone and faux pearl embellishments
- Mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1450
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $59.97 $119.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Wrapped In Chic Satin Mini Dress
Get a chic and sleek look wrapped up in this trendy satin mini dress! It features a one-shoulder sweetheart neckline with a single off-the-shoulder strap, a padded bust, a wrap-front skirt with ruched detailing, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with rhinestone statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder sweetheart neckline
- Single off-the-shoulder strap
- Padded bust
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, wrap-front skirt, ruching
- Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
- Satin knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1162
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Florence Heat Stone Midi Dress
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Show some class in our Florence! She has a v neckline, tank straps, and a form fit. Her hem hits below the knee and has a small slit at the side. She is composed of a knit material with a mesh overlay that is adorned with reflective heat stones. She offers moderate stretch, and a full lining. Pair with your favoirte black heels to complete the look!
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
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Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4121
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $24.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Winter Shine Sequin Short Dress
Spread your shine this winter in shimmering sequins! Stun at the club in this sequin short dress featuring a sleeveless v-neck with a draped overlay, adjustable spaghetti straps that criss-cross along the backless design, elasticized back band, and a bodycon silhouette. Style with sleek stiletto heels to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neck, draped overlay
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Criss-cross backless design
- Elasticized back band, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Short, bodycon silhouette
- All-over sequins, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4739
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Stunner Layered Skater Dress
Stun in lace as you make a gorgeous impression! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, a lined floral lace bodice and adjustable narrow cross straps. The slim fit bodice leads to a double layered skater skirt. Dress is composed of a lined chiffon fabric that offers a form 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: 05101-8745
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.00 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marlie Formal Glitter Rhinestone Strap Midi Dress
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Undeniable shine! Amaze every partygoer in the Marlie formal glitter midi dress when you arrive on the scene. She features a classy square neckline adorned with rhinestone embellished straps for a hint of glamour, a padded bust, and a flattering bodycon silhouette and wrap front slit along the midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a glitter crepe knit fabric that sparkles under any light and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with a chic clutch for a banquet or fancy party!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Rhinestone embellished straps
- Padded bust
- Bodycon silhouette, wrap front slit
- Midi-length hem
- Glitter crepe fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2081
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Elevated Romance Rosette Velvet Mini Dress
Elevate the romance on your next dinner date in this rosette velvet mini dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline with a surplice design, spaghetti straps, a high waist seam with dual chic rosette appliques, a mini-length hem with a wrap-front design, and a bodycon silhouette. The smooth velvet fabric has a moderate stretch. Complete your look with a sleek clutch and strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, surplice design
- Spaghetti straps
- High waist seam, dual rosette flower appliques
- Mini-length asymmetric wrap-front hem
- Bodycon silhouette
- Velvet fabric, knit lining at the bust, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2660
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Presently Chic Satin Bow Mini Dress
You'll be presently chic in this satin mini dress for dressy birthday dinners or date nights! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, a statement bow across the bust, a bodycon silhouette, and a flirty slit accent on the hem. Complete the look in platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Statement bow across the bust
- Bodycon silhouette
- Slit accent, mini-length hem
- Smooth satin fabric, slight stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2412
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stacie Glitter Skater Party Dress
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Radiate sparkle with every step on the Stacie glitter party dress made to shine all night! She features an eye-catching, cutout one-shoulder neckline with dual adjustable straps, princess seams along the bodice, a high waist seam, hidden side pockets to keep your hands warm, and a skater-style short-length skirt. The formal dress is composed of a metallic sherri glitter woven fabric with partial lining and no stretch. Complete your dressy look in stiletto mules and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, cutout one-shoulder neckline
- Dual adjustable straps, back zipper closure
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- Princess seam bodice, high waist seam, hidden side pockets
- Skater-silhouette, short-length hem
- Sherri glitter woven fabric, partial lining, no stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1046
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Floral Love Mini Dress
Show your love for florals! This sexy mini dress features a v neckline, spaghetti straps, and a form fitting silhouette that shows those curves! Spaghetti straps are adjustable and lead to a square back with a zipper closure. Short hemline reaches mid thigh, and dress is composed of a soft knit fabric that offers minimal stretch and showcases a velvet burnout floral pattern.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0103
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Living For Lace Mini Dress
Keep sweet in lace with this pretty mini dress, perfect for brunch! Pair this lovely must have with your favorite pumps or wedges for head-turning look!
Fit & Features
- Square Neckline | Racer Bust
- Padded Cups
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Lined Floral Lace
- Relaxed Fit | Minimal Stretch
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Eyelash Trim
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0498
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $41.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunner Status Body Con Dress
Make an immediate impression in this fab, curve-flattering mini! (Think future LBD hall-of-famer.) Dress features spaghetti straps, a sweetheart bodice with back zip, seamed bust with wire V detail at chest, a banded waist cutout, and a slim-line pencil skirt. Dress is made from a woven nylon and viscose blend 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: 05103-0273
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $35.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Classically Sleek Sleeveless A-Line Mini Dress
The woven knit mini dress features a sleeveless v-neckline and a flared A-line silhouette. Complete your date night outfit with strappy stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Lined woven knit fabrication
- Sleeveless v-neckline
- Back zipper closure
- A-line silhouette
- Mini length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3861
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Malia Off Shoulder Ruched Dress
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Look captivating in our mesmerizing Malia! She'll hug you in all the right places and show off your figure!
Fits & Features
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Off Shoulder Neckline With Mesh Fold-Over
- Unlined, Fitted Long Sleeves
- Midi Length Silhouette I Side Slit
- Mesh Fabric I Knit Lining I Ruching Throughout
- Curve Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
- Zipper Not Included
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0369
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $34.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Off Shoulder Neckline With Mesh Fold-Over
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Feelin' Fresh Floral Mini Dress
So fresh and so fine! This mini dress features a straight neckline, long sleeves, and a short hemline. Sleeves are sheer and sides of the dress are ruched for a curve flattering fit. Dress is lined with a smooth inner lining, and the overlay is composed of a mesh material adorned with foiled floral. Dress offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0292
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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To Be Revealed Knit Dress
Dare to strategically bare in this shimmery knit mini! Dress features a single-shoulder, long-sleeve silhouette, dart detail at bodice, cutout detail at waist, and a curve-hugging skirt with front side slit. Dress is made from a lightly textured woven knit with moderate stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0333
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Adele Pleated Formal Dress
Special OccasionCheers my dears! This party dress is all the rave ! She features a beautiful metallic lace detailed bodice, a v-neckline, and adjustable spaghetti straps that tie in the back, her spaghetti straps meet in the back to a square back with a zipper. She has an inner lining, as well as padded cups and her skirt meets at the waist with a pleated style and of course, pockets! So beautiful babe!
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0041
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Long Sleeve Ribbed Mini Dress
It may be cold, but you're heating up in this ribbed mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Surplice V Neckline I V Back
- Fitted Long Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Midweight Ribbed Knit Fabric
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Black: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Ivory: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-0361
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Camila Open Back Sequin Dress
Special OccasionShine underneath the spotlight in our dazzling Camila dress! She features a V neckline, fitted long sleeves and a plunging open back that exposes plenty of skin and rests on the lower back. The slim fit bodice leads to a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lightweight mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal stretch. The iridescent sequins reflect flickers of pink and purple for unbelievable shine! Dress is lined with a form hugging smooth knit fabric. Includes a hook and eye closure at the nape of the neck.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4137
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Darelene Velvet Glitter Strapless Mini Dress
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Creating a vibe that's both sexy and sophisticated, the Darelene velvet glitter mini dress knows how to make an entrance! She features a strapless neckline, a pleated sash accent across her bodice with flexible boning, a cascading side train for a dramatic element, and a flattering bodycon silhouette and wrap mini-length hem. The party dress is composed of soft velvet-lined fabric with glitter embellishments that sparkle under any light. Complete the look for the school dance or dressy birthday with glitter block heels and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline
- Pleated sash, flexible boning across bodice
- Cascading side train
- Bodycon silhouette, wrap mini-length hem
- Lined glitter velvet fabric, moderate stretch
- Strapless bra or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1868
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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