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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.

  • Glamorous Allure Sequin Lace-Up Mini Dress

    This gorgeous and chic sequin lace-up mini dress will give you that glamorous allure! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to an open back with a cross-back lace-up strappy design, a mini-length hem, a bodycon silhouette, and sequin embroidery in an eye-catching scroll pattern that showcases an elegant vibe. The sheer mesh fabric features a contrasting nude knit lining. Complete your look with stiletto heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps
    • Open back, cross-back lace-up strappy design, tie closure
    • Dart seams, high waist seam, lower back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
    • Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
    • Sheer mesh fabric, contrasting nude knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2023

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $52.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Isabelle Cutout Sequin Party Dress

    Special Occasion

    Stand out from your squad this Homecoming season in the stunning Isabelle sequin party dress! With her chic details, you'll be sure to catch all the glances. She features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, and an alluring center cutout at the waist with dual cutouts under the bust. Her high waist flows out to short party skirt with a flowy fit and flare silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features all-over sequin embroidery in a chic scroll pattern. Complete the look with platform heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline
    • Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Center cutout at the waist, dual cutouts under the bust
    • High waist, short party skirt, fit and flare silhouette
    • Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1074

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Satin Sweetheart Ruched Mini Dress

    Keep it sweet and sultry with stunning satin! This bold mini dress is all you need to make a bold statement!

    Fit & Features

    • Off The Shoulder Neckline
    • Sweetheart Bust
    • Fitted Long Sleeves
    • Ruched Side Seam 
    • Satin
    • Lined
    • Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch 

     

     

     

     

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0490

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $37.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Never Too Much Chiffon Skater Dress

    There is no such thing as too much! Dress features a plunging V neckline, and spaghetti straps that cross in the back. Bodice is fitted and designed with a flirty lace overlay, and meets high waist with a double tiered hem. Dress composed of a chiffon material that is light weight and offers slight stretch. Zipper located lower back.

    Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0150

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Susanna Formal Lace Party Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Make a gorgeous entrance in sophisticated lace! Susanna features an off the shoulder neckline with a scalloped lace trim, short unlined sleeves and a cinching tie waist ribbon. Her belt leads to a flared party length silhouette. Susanna is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a petticoat and back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'9" 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: 05001-4129

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Violet Lace-Up Ruffle Glitter Mesh Party Dress

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    Make magic in the Violet glitter mesh party dress for an enchanted evening at dressy birthdays or celebrations! The alluring V-neckline and spaghetti straps draw the eye, while the delicate lace-up back adds a touch of elegance. The ruffled front and bodycon fit create a flattering silhouette, while the glitter mesh fabric adds a touch of glamour to the mini-length ruffled hem with a side ruffle for a truly show-stopping ensemble! Complete the look with stiletto heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Glitter mesh fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Spaghetti straps
    • V-Neckline, padded bra cups
    • Lace-up back
    • Ruffles
    • Bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2153

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $24.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Audrina Formal Ponte Square Neck Midi Dress

    Special Occasion

    Dressy bridal shower? Casual-chic wedding? Or any event that needs a little white dress. The Audrina formal ponte midi dress evokes sophistication and style to help you look and feel your absolute best! She features a sleeveless square neckline with a wired underbust trim, tank shoulder straps, a form-hugging silhouette, and a back slit accent along her fitted midi-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a smooth ponte-blend fabric designed to fit your body like a glove and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with a beaded clutch and statement heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline, tank shoulder straps
    • Wired underbust trim, back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Form-hugging silhouette
    • Back slit accent, fitted midi-length hem
    • Ponte-blend knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Sticky bra or pasties recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1624

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $64.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Margret Satin Ruffle Party Dress

    Special Occasion

    Radiate sultry glamour in the Margret satin party dress sure to leave a lasting impression! She stuns in a sleeveless v-neckline, spaghetti straps that lace up along her open-back design, and a curve-hugging, faux wrap mini-length hem with a ruffle. The formal dress is composed of luxurious silky satin fabric. Complete the look in linear earrings and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless v-neckline, spaghetti straps
    • Adhesive bra recommended
    • Lace-up open back
    • Faux wrap skirt, ruffle trim
    • Curve-hugging, mini-length hem
    • Silky satin fabric
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1065

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $109.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Bring The Drama Sequin Mini Dress

    Yes babe, bring the drama like the fashion diva you are in this stunning mini dress! It features a trendy mock neckline with a sheer top, sheer long fitted sleeves, and a mini length, curve-hugging silhouette with a strapless knit lining. The dress is composed of a sheer mesh fabric with all-over sequin embroidering. Pair this dress with glam rhinestone hoop earrings and a sleek clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Mock neckline and a sheer top
    • Sheer long fitted sleeves
    • Back zipper and hook and eye closure
    • Short, form-hugging fit
    • Sheer mesh fabric with a strapless knit lining
    • Sequin embroidering
    • Moderate stretch

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0884

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $21.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sweet Darling Lace Mini Dress

    Make a sweet impression in a lace mini dress that stuns! The dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a sexy double-row waist cut-out, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a pretty lined lace fabric that offers a relaxed fit. Complete your look with clear mules.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Hidden back zipper and hook and eye closure
    • Double-row waist cut-out 
    • Mini-length skater silhouette
    • Sheer lace fabric with a knit lining
    • Form-hugging fit 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0859

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Satin Satisfaction Button Down Dress

    Satisfy your love for satin in this sleek head-turning mini dress! Pair with statement mules or a sleek stiletto to complete your vixen-worthy look!

    Fit & Features

    • Plunging V-Neckline 
    • Button-Down Front 
    • Long Sleeves | Elastic Cuffs
    • Lined Satin Fabric
    • Mini Length Silhouette 
    • Relaxed Fit 
    • 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: 05101-0545

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $48.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sequin Stunner Fringe Mini Dress

    Showcase stunning looks in sequins in this fringe detail mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a square back with an exposed zipper closure, and a short hem with longer fringe detail. Dress is composed of a sequin adorned knit fabric with a short knit lining and offers a form hugging fit.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0422

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $21.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Daisy Days Smocked Mini Dress

    Keep sweet in a charming floral print! This mini dress features a ruffled mock neck, long unlined chiffon sleeves with elastic cuffs and a smocked body with mini length silhouette. The all over floral print features bright hues to contrast the background. Dress is composed of a smocked and chiffon fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. 

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0403

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $52.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Tammy Taffeta Lace And Layers Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Switch up the formal scene with this fun formal dress! Our navy blue Tammy dress features a V neckline with spaghetti straps that lead to a stunning lace back, an exposed lower back, hidden side pockets and a flirty double layered mini skirt. She is made from a taffeta fabric that offers a structured look with a hint of sheen. She includes two back zippers.

    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: 05001-0012

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Lindsey Marabou Crepe Short Dress

    Special Occasion

    Meet your look for formal parties and dances! The Lindsey short dress elevates your night in a sleeveless square neckline with non-slip grip lining, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a marabou feathered bodice atop her bodycon silhouette with a flirty hem slit. The formal dress is composed of a lined smooth woven crepe fabric with minimal stretch. Style with sassy stiletto heels to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline, non-slip grip lining
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Marabou feathered bodice
    • Bodycon silhouette, slit accent, short-length hem
    • Lined smooth woven crepe, minimal stretch
    • Strapless or sticky bra recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1557

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $74.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Tori Formal Heat Stone Feathered Mini Dress

    Special Occasion 

    Showcase your over the top style in our glam formal Tori dress! She features a mini mock neck, a plunging mesh inset adorned with heat stones, long sleeves with heat stones, and a feathered cuff. The dress is composed of a curve-hugging crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit. Complete your look with chrome heels and rhinestone hair pins to style tresses with. 

    Fit & Features

    • Mini mock neck
    • Plunging mesh inset 
    • Heat stones
    • Long sleeves with feathered cuff
    • Mini length silhouette
    • Crepe fabric, additional mini skirt length knit lining 
    • Form hugging fit

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0511

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $74.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sassy Sequin Babe Mini Dress

    Keep it sassy in sparkling sequins! This mini dress features a one shoulder neckline with built in no slip strip, a fitted long sleeve, a sexy side waist cut out and a mini length silhouette accented with a mini side slit. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with sequins throughout. Dress offers a curve hugging fit with slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure. 

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0468

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Blair Formal Off The Shoulder Lace Dress

    Special Occasion 

    Radiate luxe and glamour with a formal lace dress that brings enchanting details to your evening. The dress features an off-the-shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust with padded cups, short sleeves, a ribbon tie-waist belt, and a party-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes voluminous petticoat for that extra flare! Complete look with heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Off the shoulder neckline
    • Sweetheart bust, padded cups
    • Short sleeves
    • Tie-waist ribbon belt with belt loops
    • Party length silhouette
    • Lined floral lace fabric, petticoat
    • Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0795

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glitter Goddess Velvet One Shoulder Mini Dress

    Shine on like the goddess you are in this gorgeous glitter velvet mini dress! It features a flattering one shoulder neckline, front padding, a wrap front with ruched detailing, and a short, asymmetrical hemline. The glitter velvet fabric has an intricate broque design. Pair this dress with a stunning rhinestone cuff to add a touch of glam to your look.

    Fit & Features

    • One shoulder neckline
    • Front padding
    • Wrap front with ruched detailing
    • Short, asymmetrical hemline
    • Curve-hugging fit
    • Glitter velvet fabric wtih broque design
    • Moderate stretch

     

    The saturation of glitter varies. Glitter may transfer.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3663

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $16.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Wrapped In Basics Mini Dress

    Wrap yourself in basics to make an effortlessly chic statement! This mini dress features a mock neck, short sleeves and a mini length silhouette with an envelope hem. Dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.

     

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0322

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $28.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glitz And Shimmer Open Back Mini Dress

    Shine on glitter goddess! This dress features a crew neckline, fitted long sleeves, and a dramatic open back. Composed of a glitter mesh fabric, it offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate amount 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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0435

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $13.97 $35.90

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    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Make An Entrance Heat Stones Mini Dress

    You'll be making one hell of an entrance in this stunning dress!

    Fits & Features

    • Mock Neckline
    • Fitted Long Sleeves
    • Unlined Sleeves, Partial Chest, Back, And Neck
    • Mini Length Silhouette
    • Lined, Semi-Sheer Mesh Fabric
    • Scroll & Geometric Patterned Heat Stones
    • Curve-Hugging Fit 

     

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0295

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $64.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Living For Lace Mini Dress

    We're living for this lacy look! It features a lined sleeveless lace bodice, a plunging V neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, an open back with sheer panel that leads to a lower back keyhole. The fully lined slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress offers a curve hugging fit.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8525

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $52.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Walk The Mock Neck Mini Dress

    Talk the talk and walk the walk in this must have mini dress! It features a sleek, form hugging silhouette with a mock neck, long sleeves with thumb-hole slits, and a mini length. Brushed knit offers 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: 05102-0124

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $29.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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