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 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.
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On To The Next Satin Dress
Create a sultry look in satin! This body-con style dress features a V neckline and spaghetti straps that lead to a square back with a zipper closure. The dress features a triple empire detail below the cup and a hem that hits above the knee. Dress is composed of a satin material that offers slight stretch and a form fit.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0249
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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On The Guest List Strapless Lace-Up Satin Mini Dress
Feel like a VIP when you show up in this satin mini dress to the club or party! This mini dress is sure to turn heads with its strapless sweetheart neckline and lace-up back. The padded bra cups provide support and the attached scarf adds a touch of elegance. The A-line silhouette and mini-length hem add a trendy and flattering touch. Complete the look in high heels.
Fit & Features
- Satin fabric, bust knit lining, minimal stretch
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Padded bra cups
- Attached scarf
- Lace-up back
- A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5682
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Aline Woven Glitter Lace Up Party Dress
Special Occasion
Glow this evening in our Aline dress that brings the glamour to your special event. She features a sweetheart neckline with a v-neck mesh inset, a sexy lattice back, and a party-length silhouette with hidden side pockets. Complete your glowing evening outfit with a sleek clutch and rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sweetheart neckline with V-neck mesh inset
- Spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back
- Party-length silhouette
- Hidden side pockets
- Woven glitter fabric
- Form hugging fit
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size three.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0487
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Decadent Style Flocked Velvet Mini Dress
Showcase a decadent style in this flocked velvet mini dress! Crafted on mesh fabric with a regal velvet pattern, this mini-length dress features fitted long sleeves, a mock neckline with back button closures, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. Complete the look in statement heels for a birthday dinner or cocktail hour!
Fit & Features
- Fitted long sleeves
- Mock neckline, back button closures
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Flocked velvet pattern
- Mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2770
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Prettiest Sparkle Glitter Knit Skater Dress
Show off the prettiest sparkle in this adorable glitter knit skater dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back strap design, a high waist seam, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. Style with block heels and a rhinestone embellished evening bag.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back strap design
- High waist seam
- Short skater skirt
- Fit and flare silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2063
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Let The Party Begin Sequin Mini Dress
Let the party commence! The qween has arrived! This dazzling party dress is designed with a mock halter neckline, a sleeveless bodice, and a form fitting silhouette. Dress is composed of a mesh material that showcases a scroll sequin pattern that reflects rose gold. Offering slight stretch, the dress features a full lining and a zipper closure at the back.
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0145
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $48.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Knit Mini Dress
This mini dress is composed of a very soft knit material. It is form fitting, hugs your curves and has a maximum stretch, and the hem meets mid thigh. It features a round neckline and spaghetti straps that lead to a round back. This dress will pair well with sneakers and a jean jacket or a leather jacket and heels! Play dress up with it, it goes with everything!
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0232
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $16.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Just A Kiss Mini Dress
Just a kiss of glam is just the touch you need! This dress features a v neckline, spaghetti straps, and a form fitting silhouette. Dress has an asymmetrical hem that hits mid thigh. Back of dress features a rhinestone bar detail. Composed of a crepe material that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3629
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Dainty Darling V-Neck Mesh Dress
Make your next event a little more darling in this dainty and divine swiss dot mesh mini dress featuring sheer peasant sleeves, a v-neck, and side ruching that accentuates your curves along the form-hugging silhouette. Complete the look with a faux pearl handbag for afternoon tea!
Fit & Features
- Sheer peasant sleeves, v-neck
- Side ruching, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Swiss dot mesh fabric, partially lined
- Minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2039
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sassy Straps Crepe Mini Dress
Keep it sassy and fab with this head turning mini dress! it features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wrap V neckline, a bold open back with bar strap accents and a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Zipper not included.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0276
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glam Girl Mini Dress
Hey girly! Have a major glamorous moment in this glitter knit mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, tank-like shoulder straps, a V neck and back, a lined and padded bust, flattering vertical detailing down the bust, a hidden back zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a short, form hugging fit with a front slit. The dress is composed of a glitter knit fabric with a full knit lining.
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0014
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rosalie Sequin Embroidered Satin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Made for the spotlight, the Rosalie satin mini dress stuns with a sculpted off-shoulder neckline and sequin floral embroidered detailing that catches every glance. The lace-up back and body-hugging fit bring a sultry finish that feels as unforgettable as the night itself.
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bust, off-the-shoulder straps
- Structured boning
- Floral embroidered applique, sequin and beaded embellishments
- Open lace-up back, lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Mini-length bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Homecoming, winter formal, birthday celebrations, dinner parties, and formal nights out.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000072
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: NAVY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Arya Taffeta Bow Strapless Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Fashion is the gift that keeps on giving and the Arya party mini dress is the perfect present! She features an off-the-shoulder neckline with non-slip grip lining, a statement bow that has arm holes and ruched sides, side and back ruched seams to accentuate your curves along her bodycon silhouette, and a flirty mini-length hem to show some leg! The party dress is composed of a taffeta woven fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete the look with earrings and chic heels for a school dance, banquet, or dressy celebration!
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Statement bow, armhole accents, ruched sides
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Side and back ruched seams, bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Taffeta woven fabric, sewn-in knit lining, minimal stretch
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1583
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Waverly Formal Glitter And Sequin Party Dress
Special Occasion
Make the A-list with a formal party dress that brings all the glitz to your night out! Waverly features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, a built-in no slip strip, flexible boning in the bodice, padded cups, a sequin and glitter pattern throughout, a lace-up back, and a party length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Complete look with chrome heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
- Built-in no-slip strip
- Padded cups, flexible boning
- Sequin and glitter pattern
- Party length silhouette, hidden side pockets
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form hugging fit, minimal stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0718
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $44.97 $119.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Regal Chick Off The Shoulder Dress
Bring the royalty allure in this off-the-shoulder dress featuring a chic off-the-shoulder neckline, padded bust, long sleeves, and a bodycon short-length hem. The dress showcases a burnout velvet scroll pattern. Complete the look in platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline
- Long sleeves
- Padded bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Velvet scroll pattern, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2118
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $24.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Charlotte Asymmetrical Satin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
If you want a trendy and chic eye-catching look, the Charlotte sleek satin mini dress is for you! She features a one-shoulder neckline with a single long fitted sleeve, a high waistband with a dramatic floor-length side draped panel, and a short, wrap-front skirt with a curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with sparkly earrings and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, long fitted sleeve
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waistband, floor-length side draped panel
- Mini-length, form-hugging fit, wrap-front skirt
- Satin knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0668
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Get Your Glow On Mini Dress
Get that glow going with this sparkling glitter mini dress!
Fit & Features
- Square Neckline
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Vertical Seams
- Glitter
- Lined
- Form Hugging Fit
- Slight Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0418
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
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: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Celebrate All Night Velvet Dress
The perfect velvet short dress for an all-night celebration! The dress features an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline with ruffle trim, padded bust, and side and back ruched seams that accentuate your curves along the form-hugging silhouette. Complete your dressy look in clear strap heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neck, ruffle trim
- Padded bust
- Side and back ruched seams
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Velvet fabric, lined, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1819
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Captivating Glitter Open Back Dress
Lock down a glowing look with this sparkling open back mini dress bby!
Fit & Features
- Crew Neck
- Long Sleeves
- Strappy Open Back
- Glitter
- Lined
- Form Hugging Fit
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0306
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Liliane Sequin Velvet Mini Dress
Special Occasion
The Liliane sequin velvet mini dress has party written all over it! She features a sleeveless scoop neckline adorned with shoulder straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a flirty front slit along the mini-length hem. The formal mini dress is crafted with dazzling sequins on velvet fabric for the perfect shimmer and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in lace-up heels for a birthday party or GNO!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Shoulder straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Front slit, mini-length hem
- Sequin velvet fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Bra friendly design
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1356
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Michelle Sequin Mesh Party Dress
Special Occasion
Showcase a gorgeous and glam look this holiday season in our pretty Michelle party dress! She features a high neckline with a back zipper closure, a high waist, a flirty skater skirt, and lined side pockets. The dress is composed of a sheer mesh fabric with an all-over intricate sequin pattern and a knit lining. Pair this dress with strappy heels and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- High neckline
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- High waist
- Skater skirt
- Lined side pockets
- Sheer mesh fabric with a sequin pattern
- Knit lining
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0419
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Casual Cut Out Mini Dress
This cute and casual cut out mini is perf for your next day out. The dress features an off the shoulder elastic banded square neckline, short sleeves, a trendy front cut out at the waist, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a stretchy knit fabric with a knit lining.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0211
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Back for More Satin A-Line Mini Dress
Cute from the front… but the back deserves its own moment. This open-back halter dress brings drama, shine, and main character energy to every invite on your calendar.
Fit & Features
- Smooth satin fabric, woven lining
- Halter V-neckline with self-tie detail
- A-line silhouette, side zipper and hook-eye closure
- Open back with a adjustable spaghetti strap
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000102
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: XS, S, L