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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.

  • Kayleigh Satin Mini Dress With Sash

    Special Occasion

    The Kayleigh satin bodycon mini dress stuns with sculptural pleating and a dramatic side sash that flirts with every step. Its strapless silhouette delivers sleek, scene-stealing polish—perfect for a night that calls for turning heads.

    Fit & Features

    • Stretch satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Strapless neckline, padded bra cups
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Pleated bodice, side sash
    • Bodycon mini-length silhouette
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Homecoming, weddings, black tie parties, date nights, birthdays, dinner parties, cocktail soirees, rooftop hotel bars, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000332

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $69.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: WINE

    Available Size: S, M, L

  • 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

    Product Badge:
    • Clearance
  • 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

    Product Badge:
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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

    Product Badge:
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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

    Product Badge:
    • Clearance
  • Malia Off Shoulder Ruched Dress

    Special Occasion

    Look captivating in our mesmerizing Malia! She'll hug you in all the right places and show off your figure!  

    Fits & Features

    • 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

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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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

    Product Badge:
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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

    Product Badge:
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  • Adele Pleated Formal Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Cheers 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

    Product Badge:
    • Sale
  • 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

      Product Badge:
      • Clearance
    • Camila Open Back Sequin Dress
      Special Occasion 

      Shine 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

      Product Badge:
      • Sale
    • Darelene Velvet Glitter Strapless Mini Dress

      Special Occasion

      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

      Product Badge:
      • Clearance
    • Sarahi Sequin Rose Marabou Mini Dress

      Special Occasion

      A sparkly rose sequin pattern transforms the Sarahi mini dress into a dream look for homecoming or formal birthday events! She features a sleeveless V-neckline with a fabulous marabou trim, adjustable spaghetti straps, a padded bust, and a flattering bodycon silhouette and mini-length hem. The dress is composed of a sequin rose embellished pattern on mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with earrings and a choker.

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless V-neckline, marabou trim
      • Padded bust
      • Adjustable spaghetti straps
      • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
      • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
      • Sequin rose pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1803

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $64.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
      • Ships Free
    • Kali Satin Heat Stone Dress
      Special Occasion

      Wrap yourself in elegance as you bring the shine to the evening in our glam Kali dress! She features a regal royal blue color, a daring wrap V neckline, fitted long sleeves and a narrow waistband seam accent. Her waist leads to an asymmetrical mini length silhouette that reaches a mid-thigh length. The gold heat stones are set in a vertical stripe pattern to flatter curves. Dress is composed of a satin-like fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Dress is lined with a smooth knit fabric. Includes a back zipper closure with hook and eye closure.

      Model is 5'6.5" 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: 05001-4123

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $64.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
      • Clearance
    • Violetta Formal Glitter And Lace Party Dress

      Special Occasion 

      Make a sparkling entrance with a party dress that is perfect for those twirl-worthy moments! Violetta features a sleeveless crew neckline, a partially lined lace bodice, a tie-waist ribbon belt, and a party-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a glitter lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with a clutch and heels. 

      Fit & Features 

      • Sleeveless crew neckline
      • Partially lined bodice
      • Tie-waist ribbon belt
      • Party length silhouette
      • Glitter lace fabric 
      • Form hugging fit, slight stretch 
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0796

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $49.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
      • Ships Free
    • Kim Rise And Slay Halter Mini Dress

      Special Occasion 

      Shine and slay in this eye-catching piece!

      Fits & Features

      • Halter neck bodice
      • Flattering V neckline
      • Mini length silhouette
      • Sparkling heat stone embellishments I Textured mesh knit
      • Form-fitting with moderate stretch
      • Zipper not included 

       

      Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small

       

      Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0184

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $24.97 $69.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
      • Ships Free
    • Lyla Sequin Mesh Mini Dress

      Special Occasion

      Keep your look sultry and glam in the Lyla sequin mesh mini dress. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a padded bust, spaghetti straps, a lace-up back with a tie closure, and a short, form-fitting silhouette. The sheer mesh fabric has all-over sequin embroidery and includes a stretchy knit lining. Complete the outfit with rhinestone statement earrings.

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded bust
      • Spaghetti straps
      • Lace-up back, tie closure
      • Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
      • Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
      • Sequin embroidery
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0784

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $24.97 $44.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
      • Ships Free
    • Look At Her Wow Satin Mini Dress

      This mini dress will have them all wowed with its stunning details! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, a ruched side seam, and a wrap silhouette with an asymmetrical hem. The dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with clear heels and a rhinestone clutch for that next GNO!  

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless V-neckline
      • Spaghetti straps
      • Ruched side seam
      • Wrap silhouette 
      • Asymmetrical hem
      • Mini length 
      • Lined satin fabric, form-hugging fit, runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1141

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $34.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
      • Ships Free
    • Ready To Party Strapless Bodycon Mini Dress

      Call up the girls cause this strapless bodycon dress is ready to party! With a flattering bodycon silhouette and side sash, you'll be the hit of the night.

      Fit & Features

      • Mesh lined knit fabric
      • Strapless neckline
      • Back zipper hook-eye closure
      • Side sash
      • Bodycon silhouette
      • Mini-length hem
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-6095

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $46.90

      Availability: In Stock

      Available Color: BLACK

      Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL

    • Ruched And Ruffled Satin Mini Dress
      This black mini dress is all about those sexy but girly vibes! It features a deep V neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a square back, a wrap front with a row of buttons on the side, and an asymmetrical hem with a ruffle trim. Dress has a body-hugging fit and is composed of a satin knit fabric with 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: 05101-0057

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $44.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
      • Clearance
    • Prue Formal Embroidered Sequin Party Dress

      Special Occasion 

      Stun at your special event with a formal party dress that brings the glam! Prue features a sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups, and bungee spaghetti straps. The sheer bodice features an illusion lace, embroidered floral design, sequins, and flexible boning piping accents. The slim-fit bodice leads to a party-length silhouette composed of a lined tulle mesh fabric. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a satin clutch. 

      Fit & Features 

      • Sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups
      • Bungee spaghetti straps 
      • Sheer illusion lace bodice
      • Embroidered floral design with sequins
      • Flexible boning 
      • Party length silhouette 
      • Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0731

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $14.97 $156.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Graceful In Lace Dress
      Make a graceful impression in chic lace! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, padded cups, narrow straps and an unlined floral lace panel with a lower back keyhole. Her slim fit bodice leads to a double layered skater skirt. Dress is composed of lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal stretch. Includes an exposed silver zipper closure.

      Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8529

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $49.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Miss Me Ruched Mini Dress

      They'll be missing you in this flirty mini dress! It features a plunging wrap V neckline, fitted unlined long sleeves and an asymmetrical mini length silhouette with a ruched accent. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a curve hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Back is sheer and unlined. Includes a hidden back zipper closure. 

       

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0275

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $15.97 $39.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Secret Obsession Lace Skater Dress

      It's no secret that we are obsessed with lace! Perfect for any occasion and any season, this dress features a sheer lace bodice with a V neckline, long fitted sleeves, and a discreet back zipper closure. A lining, and delicate scallop lace trim completes the bodice. The flattering skater skirt is composed of a crepe-like fabric with a minimal stretch. Skirt has no lining. 

      Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust,  23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8648

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $17.97 $44.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
      • Clearance