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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Adelynn Plunging Asymmetrical Formal Dress
Special OccasionTake the plunge as you make a statement in our bold Adelynn dress! She features a burgundy hue, a plunging V neck, a ruched side seam on the left and an asymmetrical high slit complemented with a mini skirt length lining. Dress is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Model is 5''8" with a 33" 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: 05002-6720
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Margo Satin Bustier Bandage Dress
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Step out of your comfort zone and into the Margo short dress to unleash your inner bombshell! From cocktail parties to afterparties, serve up major sass everywhere you go. She features a sleeveless satin bodice with a sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a built-in padded and pleated bust with underwire, and flexible boning inserts for structure. Her bandage mini skirt is designed to fit your body like a glove with a sheer mesh overlay and side-ruched seams. The formal dress is composed of lined satin and a bandage rib-knit fabric with a moderate stretch. Style with glitter block heels and a clutch to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless satin bodice, sweetheart neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded and pleated bust, underwire, flexible boning
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Sheer mesh overlay, side ruched seams, short-length hem
- Lined satin and bandage rib-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- No bra required
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1372
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Remi Sequin Wrap Dress
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You'll be illuminating every room you walk into in our stunning Remi!
Fits & Features
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Dual Spaghetti Straps I Surplice V Neckline
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Midi Length Silhouette With Wrap Design I Mini Length Lining
- Mesh Lined Fabric With Sequins Throughout
- Curve Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" 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: 05001-0339
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dual Spaghetti Straps I Surplice V Neckline
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Wrapped In Romance Cut Out Dress
Create a romantic look in red! This sizzling mini dress features a plunging V neckline, narrow shoulder straps, wide criss-cross straps at the waist and sexy waist cut outs. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0118
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Candace Crepe Midi Dress
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Up your evening outfit with our stunning Candace! She's the perfect little partner-in-crime for a date night or GNO!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Sweetheart Neckline With Deep Wire V At Center I Princess Seams
- Midi Length Silhouette I Front Slit
- Crepe Fabric
- Form-Hugging Fit
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: 05001-0271
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Aerin Formal Sequin Midi Dress
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Have a night to remember in our Aerin! She features a boat neckline, long sleeves, and a sexy low back with a zipper closure. She is fully lined and composed of a mesh material that offers a form fitting silhouette and slight stretch. Her mid length hemline hits mid calf, and she features a high slit at one side that makes her easy to walk and dance in! She showcases a beautiful sequin swirling pattern throughout that gives an elegant finish!
Model is 5'9" with 32" 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: 05001-0267
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $27.97 $79.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Triple Threat Rhinestone Bodycon Dress
No one can mess with this ivory triple threat dress! They won't be able to take their eyes off you with this piece's side cut outs and three sparkling rhinestone bars. Dress has a deep V neckline with a lightly padded bust, narrow cord straps, an invisible back zipper, and princess seams for a longer and leaner illusion. Garment is composed of a thick crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a full lining.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-2906
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $43.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Fancy Dinner Date Mini Dress
This chic curve-hugging mini dress is perfect for your next fancy dinner date! It features a sleeveless square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, ruching down the side seams and down the back, and a short, bodycon silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features an all-over floral velvet burnout pattern. Style with strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Ruching down the side seams and down the back
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Floral velvet burnout pattern
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1768
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rose Off The Shoulder Midi Dress
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Look classically chic in our stunning Rose off the shoulder midi dress!
Fit & Features
- Off the shoulder neckline
- Long fitted sleeves
- Princess seams | High waist seam
- Back zipper | Hook and eye closure
- Ruched side detailing
- Mid-length, curve hugging fit | Back slit
- Crepe fabric | Moderate stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0366
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marnie Formal Satin Corset Midi Dress
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You'll wow the crowd in the classy Marnie formal satin dress at banquet dinners or weddings! She features a corset-style bodice, a sweetheart neckline adorned with wide shoulder straps, a pleated and padded bust, flexible boning inserts, a flattering bodycon silhouette, a front slit, and a midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a silky satin-knit fabric with a luxe sheen and a moderate stretch. Complete the look in stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless corset-style bodice
- Sweetheart neckline, wide shoulder straps
- Pleated and padded bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Flexible boning inserts
- Bodycon silhouette, front slit, midi-length hem
- Satin-knit fabric, sheen effect, knit lining at the top, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1978
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shea Pearl Beaded Long Sleeve Mini Dress
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Sweet and alluring, the Shea formal mini dress is crafted with all-over faux pearl and beaded embroidery in a detailed swirl pattern on the airy mesh fabric. It features a boat neckline, sheer long fitted sleeves with flared hems, a bold open back to turn heads, and a short bodycon silhouette to flaunt your curves.
This dress is made for the spotlight. Want more ways to stand out? Shop our vibrant pink prom dresses or find a chic, event-ready look in our wedding guest dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with partial knit lining
- All-over faux pearl and beaded embroidery, swirl pattern
- Boat neckline
- Sheer long fitted sleeves with flared hems
- Open back, top bar strap
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2590
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: XS, S
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Devin Sequin One-Shoulder Marabou Mini Dress
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Lines of sparkling sequins add glamorous diva allure to the Devin party dress to memorize at a dressy banquet or cocktail party! She features a classy one-shoulder neckline, a long blouson sleeve with a fab marabou feather cuff, an elasticized cinch waist, and a short form-hugging silhouette. The party dress is crafted from sequin-embellished mesh fabric with a sewn-in knit lining. Complete the look with statement hoop earrings and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Long blouson sleeve, marabou feather cuff
- Elasticized cinch waist
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Sequin-embellished mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1762
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $66.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Janelly Floral Mesh Rhinestone Party Dress
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Bring the flirt factor in the Janelly party dress for prom, banquets, and sweet sixteen celebrations! She features a sleeveless V-neckline with a wire insert, a padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a rhinestone embellished waist trim that leads to her voluminous skater short silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a fab floral mesh textured design with multiple tulle and woven linings. Complete the look in sassy platform heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, wire insert, padded bust
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Rhinestone waist trim, skater short silhouette
- Floral mesh textured design, tulle and woven linings
- No bra required
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1444
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $39.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Now You See Me Crepe Mini Dress
All the attention will be on you stepping into the club wearing this crepe mini dress featuring long sleeves, a mock neck, front mesh inserts, and a bodycon silhouette. Style with rhinestone hoops to complete the look.
Fit & Features
- Long sleeves, mock neck
- Front mesh inserts
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Crepe fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4770
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Yvette Deep V Midi Dress
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Sparkle and shine in our glamourous Yvette! You'll be looking your absolute best in her glistening silhouette.
Fits & Features
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Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
- Plunging V Neckline I Padded Bust
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Midi Length Silhouette I Side Slit
- Glitter Woven Fabric
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Glitter May Transfer
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0343
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Spaghetti Straps That Cross At The Back
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Midnight Drama Sequin Mini Dress
Bring the drama as you dance the night away until the stroke of midnight in this gorg mini! The dress features a mock neck, long fitted sleeves, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, mid-thigh length with a form hugging fit. The sheer mesh fabric is adorned with all over sequins in an intricate pattern and includes a stretchy partial knit lining.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8692
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $21.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Fiona Crepe Midi Dress
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Slip right into the enchanting Fiona and make a lasting impression!
Fits & Features
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Wired V Neckline I Padded Cups
- Fitted Long Sleeves With Puff Shoulders
- Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
- Midi Length Silhouette With Slit At Front
- Crepe Fabric
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0331
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Wired V Neckline I Padded Cups
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Chic Burnout Chiffon Bubble Hem Skater Dress
A chic skater dress with flirty details everyone will admire! The short dress boasts an alluring plunge V-neckline and an open-back design. Complete the look with heels.
Fit & Features
- Burnout chiffon fabric with woven lining, no stretch
- Plunge V-neckline, center cutout
- Tie-shoulder straps
- Open back, horizontal elastic bar strap
- High waist
- Short bubble hem, skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3662
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Satin Sweetheart Ruffle Mini Dress
Sleek and stunning, this satin mini is your new fave for sure.
Fits & Features
- Ruffle Detail Shoulder Straps
- Square Back With Hidden Zip & Hook Eye Closure
- Sweetheart Neckline With Wired Bust
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Satin-Like Fabric I Knit Lining
- Plenty Of Stretch
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0259
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Brooke Cowl Neck Sequin Tulle A-Line Party Dress
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Party-perfect and all about dancing, the Brooke sequin tulle party dress makes a remarkable impression at birthdays, prom, and graduation parties! The cowl neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps create a flattering silhouette, while the flexible boning provides support. The short-length hem and intricate sequin pattern add a touch of glamour to this tulle and stretchy knit-lined party dress! Complete the look in block heels and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sequin pattern, tulle fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Cowl neckline, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Flexible boning
- A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2141
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $76.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alayah Feather Trim Velvet Formal Mini Dress
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Bring the dramatic allure and chic style to your next fancy party in the Alayah feather trim velvet formal mini dress. She features an asymmetric one-shoulder neckline with a long bell sleeve with a fabulous marabou feather trim, flattering ruching down the back, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette that will hug your figure. The luxe velvet fabric includes a smooth knit lining. Complete your look with rhinestone fringe earrings.
Fit & Features
- Asymmetric one-shoulder neckline
- Long bell sleeve, marabou feather trim
- High waist seam, ruching down the back
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Velvet fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1602
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Curves Ahead Knit Mini Dress
Show off your va-va voom curves in this curve hugging mini dress! It features a mock neck, fitted long sleeves and a mini length silhouette accented with a mini side slit. Dress is composed of a lined ponte knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0240
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Hailee Formal Satin Pleated A-Line Midi Dress
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Pretty and elegant details make the Hailee formal satin dress a stunning option for wedding guests or fancy celebrations! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps that cross along the back, a pleated bust, and a flattering pleated A-line silhouette and midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a smooth silky satin woven fabric that brings the luxe! Complete the look with statement earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, cross back
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Pleated bust
- Pleated A-line silhouette, midi-length hem
- Silky satin woven fabric, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1933
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Bold Statement Strapless Ruffle Mini Dress
Little black dress, bold statement! Step out and stun in this strapless mesh mini dress featuring a sweetheart neckline, a ruched and lightly padded bust, and a front ruffle trim along the bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in platform heels for a dressy birthday party!
Fit & Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Ruched and lightly padded bust
- Bodycon silhouette
- Front ruffle trim
- Mini-length hem
- Mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2545
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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