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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.

  • Dazzle Queen Heat Stone Mini Dress

    Reign on and dazzle like the glam queen you are in this off the moment mini! The dress features a mock neck, long fitted sheer sleeves, a back zipper closure, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a stretchy, sheer mesh fabric with a knit lining and all over glimmering heat stones.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0242

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $27.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Meriah Floral Applique Satin Strapless Mini Dress

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    You'll be a chic stunner in the Meriah formal mini dress designed with sleek satin knit fabric and a sheer tulle floral applique across the bodice and at the hem for luxe look. It features a strapless straight neckline and a short bodycon silhouette to highlight your curves.

    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

    • Satin knit fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Strapless straight neckline, flexible boning
    • Sheer tulle floral applique across the bodice and at the hem, rhinestone embellishments
    • High waist seam
    • Back zipper with hook-eye closure
    • Short front slit, mini-length bodycon silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2539

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Suzanne Taffeta Flower Mini Party Dress

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    Flower power is for real cute on the Suzanne taffeta party dress! She features a strapless neckline with non-slip grip lining, a front pleated design with a flower inset, a bodycon silhouette that flaunts your curves, and a mini-length hem. The party dress is composed of a taffeta woven fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete the look in platform stiletto heels and a clutch for a school dance, banquet, or sweet sixteen! 

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Front pleated design, flower inset
    • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Taffeta woven fabric, sewn-in knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Strapless bra or sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1880

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sultry And Stylish Flocked Mesh Mini Dress

    Create a sultry, stylish look in this chic flocked mesh mini dress! It features a high crew neckline, long fitted sheer sleeves, sheer panels, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Pair this gorgeous little black dress with a stunning rhinestone bracelet for your next date night.

    Fit & Features

    • High crew neckline
    • Long fitted sheer sleeves
    • Back zipper closure
    • Sheer panels
    • Short, form-hugging fit
    • Flocked mesh fabric

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0890

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glossy Satin Mini Dress

    Luminate every room you go to with the Glossy Satin mini dress!

    Fits & Features

    • Surplice V Neckline I Square Back
    • Spaghetti Straps
    • Subtle Ruching At The Wrap Skirt 
    • Mini Length Silhouette 
    • Satin-Like Composition I Fully Lined
    • Body-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch 

    Burgundy: Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Gold: Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0534

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $12.97 $33.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Under The Lights Heat Stone Mini Dress

      Shine under the lights with this sparkling mini dress! It features an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust, unlined fitted long sleeves and a mini length. She is composed of lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Dress is adorned with glitzy heat stones throughout! Includes a back zipper closure with hook and eye clasp.

      Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0253

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $59.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Decadent Beauty Flocked Floral Velvet Skater Dress

      Arrive on the scene in this flocked floral velvet skater dress featuring a flattering sweetheart neckline, flirty spaghetti tie straps, and a short-length hem perfect for styling with block heels.

      Show off your style in this standout dress. Feeling the short and chic vibe? Discover more fashion-forward short prom dresses or elevate your style with our formal dresses.

      Fit & Features

      • Flocked floral velvet pattern, mesh lined fabric
      • Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
      • Spagehtti tie straps
      • Back zipper hook-eye closure
      • Skater silhouete
      • Short-length hem
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2609

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $69.90

      Availability: In Stock

      Available Color: BLACK

      Available Size: S

    • Alaiya Sequin Bodycon Mini Dress

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      Showcase a gorgeous sheen in the shimmering Alaiya sequin mini dress! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with padded cups, a sheer mesh insert at the center of the bust, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a faux wrap-front skirt, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. The lined knit fabric features all-over sequin embroidery to give the dress its luxe shine. Complete the look with strappy stilettos.

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, center sheer mesh insert at the bust
      • Padded cups, sticky bra optional
      • Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
      • Faux wrap-front skirt
      • Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
      • Sequin embroidery
      • Sheer knit fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1168

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $56.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Strike A Pose Asymmetrical Mini Dress

      Strike a post in a mini dress that commands attention! The dress features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, and an asymmetrical wrap silhouette. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with stilettos and a clutch for a GNO!

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless square neckline
      • Spaghetti straps
      • Asymmetrical wrap silhouette
      • Mini length 
      • Smooth knit fabric
      • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1085

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $35.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Long Sleeve Sequin Mini Dress

      Shine tonight with sparkling sequins to bring the glamour! The dress features a crew neckline, long sleeves with puffed cuffs, shimmering sequins throughout and a mini length silhouette. Garment is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch.Includes an exposed back zipper with hook and eye closure. 

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0251

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $21.97 $54.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Hot Commodity Satin Mini Dress

      You'll be such a hot commodity in this sultry satin mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, double spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back, a lower back zipper closure, a plunging V neckline, flattering princess seams leading to a high waist seam, and a mid-thigh length, curve hugging skirt.

      Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3490

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $42.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Serving Allure Halter Ruched Mesh Mini Dress

      Serve an alluring silhouette in this curve-hugging mini dress designed with lined mesh fabric offering plenty of stretch. It features a sleeveless plunging V-neckline with a halter strap, a ruched wrap-front design, and a short bodycon fit to flaunt your stunning figure.

      Fit & Features

      • Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, plenty of stretch
      • Plunge V-neckline, halter strap
      • Partially open back
      • Ruched wrap-front design
      • Mini-length bodycon silhouette
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5848

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $11.97 $46.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Life's A Gem Crepe Mini Dress

      Live your life looking fabulous in this crepe mini dress ready to party! Featuring a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with rhinestone trim, adjustable and detachable straps, a built-in padded bust with underwire, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete your club look in a necklace and earrings set.

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless, sweetheart neckline
      • Rhinestone trim, back zipper closure
      • Adjustable and detachable straps
      • Built-in padded underwire bust
      • Bodycon mini silhouette
      • Lined crepe fabric, minimal stretch
      • Fits true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4488

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $44.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Lyra Glitter Lace Party Dress

      Special Occasion

      Glide around the dance floor in our captivating Lyra! Made from a sparkling glitter lace fabric and featuring a full, skater-style skirt, you'll feel party-ready the moment you slip her on! Don't forget to accessorize with some sparkling earrings and heels to match!

      Fits & Features 

      • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
      • Surplice V Neckline I Padded Bust
      • Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure 
      • Mini Length Silhouette I Petticoat I Skater-Style Silhouette
      • Lined Glitter Lace Fabric 
      • Moderate Stretch 
      • Glitter May Transfer

      Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0425

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $69.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Trendy Tie Front Cut Out Dress

      The trendy tie front cut out mini is your new go-to everyday dress! It features a high round neckline, long fitted sleeves, a front tie detail with a waist cut out below, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a ribbed knit fabric with plenty of stretch and a lining.

      Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0198

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $33.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Crocheted With Love Off Shoulder Dress

      This dress is all about the loving things! So show some love with its endearing off shoulder neckline, long fitted sleeves, and a short bodycon fit. The dress is composed of a fully lined, crochet fabric that offers a moderate stretch.

      Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust,  22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0104

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $39.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Janice Tulle Halter Short Dress

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      Chic couture inspired by Paris fashion week, the Janice tulle short dress gives you a high-fashion look without breaking the bank! She features a sleeveless halter neckline with tie closure, an open back, and a tiered voluminous silhouette. The formal dress is composed of sheer tulle fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and no stretch. Complete your eye-catching look in bow back heels and a clutch!

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless, halter neckline, tie closure
      • Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
      • Open-back, hidden side zipper and hook-eye closure
      • Tiered short-length hem
      • Sheer tule fabric, sewn-in knit lining, no stretch
      • Fits true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1352

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $14.97 $79.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Total Stunner One Shoulder Satin Mini Dress

      Show off what a total stunner you are with a mini dress that dares to go bold! The dress features a one-shoulder neckline, a plunging V-neck bust, a fitted long sleeve, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of satin fabric with a curve-hugging fit. Complete look with sleek stilettos and a satin clutch. 

      Fit & Features

      • One-shoulder neckline
      • V-neck bust
      • Fitted long sleeve
      • Mini length silhouette
      • Satin fabric 
      • Form hugging fit
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3947

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $42.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Meant To Be Ruffled Mini Dress

      You and this dress are totally meant to be! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, lace-up back, a mini-length silhouette with a faux-wrap overlay, and ruffles. The dress is composed of a mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with platform wedges and a butterfly necklace. 

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless V-neckline
      • Lace-up back 
      • Mini length silhouette
      • Faux-wrap overlay 
      • Ruffles 
      • Lined mesh fabric 
      • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0758

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $38.90

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Lira Heat Stone Mini Dress

      Special Occasion

      Be the center of attention at any event in our lovely Lira! With dazzling heat stones throughout, all eyes will follow you.

      Fits & Features

      • Crew Neckline
      • Unlined, Fitted Long Sleeves
      • Mini Length Silhouette
      • Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
      • Mesh Knit Fabric With Shimmering Heat Stones Throughout
      • Curve Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch

       

      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: 05001-0183

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $33.97 $89.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Sequin One Shoulder Mini Dress

        Start off the night with wowing sequins as you live your best life in this fun sequin mini dress! 

        Fit & Features

        • One Shoulder Neckline
        • No Slip Strip
        • Fitted Long Sleeve
        • Waist Cut Out
        • Sequin
        • Mini Side Slit
        • Form Hugging Fit | Slight Stretch

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0575

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $34.97 $49.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Angelina Ruffle Tulle Sleeves Mini Dress

        Special Occasion

        Let our fab Angelina be your conversation piece. Adding drama + flair to the conventional LBD, your look will be the furthest thing from basic. 

        Fits & Features

        • Partially Unlined Bodice With Crew Neckline I Inset, Deep V Design 
        • Ruffle-Tulle Trim Along The Long Fitted Sleeves, Neckline
        • Mini Length Silhouette I Subtle Ruching Throughout
        • Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back 
        • Curve 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: 05001-0296

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $20.97 $59.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Casually Chic Slip Dress

        A little casual and a lot chic, this slip dress is a must-have. It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a sheer inset under the bust, a square back with a zipper closure, and a short fit. The dress is composed of a lightweight smooth satin-like fabric with no stretch.

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

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0321

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $35.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Life Of The Party Tiered Ruffled Skater Dress

        Be the life of the party in this flirty skater dress boasting on-trend details like a drop waist seam and a short ruffled skater silhouette. Pair with heels.

        Fit & Features

        • Chiffon and smooth-knit fabrics, minimal stretch
        • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, bust seam outline
        • Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper with hook-eye closure
        • Drop waist
        • Short tiered ruffled hem
        • Skater silhouette
        • Runs true to size

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3494

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $49.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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