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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.

  • 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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  • On One Studded Mini Dress

    Girl you are on one! This party dress is one for the books. Designed with a boat neckline, long sleeves, and a short mini hemline that meets above the knee. Dress is partially lined at the skirt and composed of a mesh material that offers moderate stretch. A mix of studs, heat stones, and rhinestones adorn this dress in a beautiful pattern that we are obsessed with!

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0225

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $66.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Loved In Lace Mini Dress
    You'll for sure fall head over heels in love with this mesh and lace mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a deep V neckline with a padded bust, an exposed back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, flattering, form hugging fit. The natural dress includes a mesh waist, a full knit lining, and crochet lace appliques adorned all over for a beautiful touch.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8491

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $20.97 $52.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Annaliese Velvet Pearl Bodycon Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Made for the spotlight, the Annaliese velvet bodycon mini dress turns every entrance into a moment. With a sweetheart neckline and delicate faux pearl and rhinestone accents, it’s the kind of dress that feels as unforgettable as the night itself.

    Fit & Features

    • Velvet fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Faux pearl and mini rhinestone embellishments
    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded bust, draped cowl neck overlay
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon fit
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Homecoming, weddings, date nights, bachelorettes, date nights, milestone celebrations, birthdays, red-carpet events

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000153

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $49.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: NAVY

    Available Size: XS, S, M

  • Viviana Floral Embroidered Corset Ruffled Skater Dress

    Special Occasion

    Romance comes alive in the Viviana floral embroidered corset skater dress, designed with a tiered ruffled skirt that twirls with every step. A flattering lace-up back and structured bodice create the perfect balance of elegance and allure.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer tulle fabric, satin woven, tulle, and stretchy knit linings
    • Sleeveless V-neckline, lined and padded bust
    • Sheer corset bodice, flexible boning, sequin and beaded embroidered floral applique
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Open lace-up back design, lower back zipper with hook-eye closure
    • Short skater silhouette, tiered ruffled design
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Homecoming, formal birthday parties, and fancy affairs.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000111

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $119.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: SAGE

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L

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  • Lille Bow Back Satin Strapless Skater Dress

    Special Occasion

    Designed for nights that deserve a little extra, the Lille satin skater dress pairs a sleek strapless bodice with a full, twirl-ready skirt. The oversized bow back—removable for when you want to switch up the vibe—lets you choose between playful drama or chic style.

    Fit & Features

    • Premium satin fabric, woven and tulle linings, no stretch
    • Strapless sweetheart neckline, no-slip strip
    • Padded bust, flexible boning, hidden back zipper with hook-eye closure
    • V-shaped waist
    • Removable back bow accent, button attachments
    • Short skater silhouette, pleating
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Homecoming, birthday celebrations, fancy parties, and formal date nights.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000097

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $79.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: WINE

    Available Size: 3, 11

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  • Dreamy Luxe Satin Mini Dress

    You'll look like an absolute dream in this luxe satin mini dress! It features an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline with a wrap-front design, short puff sleeves with a ruffled trim, pleating at the bodice, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with embellished hoop earrings and clear heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline
    • Wrap-front design
    • Short puff sleeves, ruffled trim
    • Pleated detailing at the bodice
    • Mini-length, form-fitting silhouette
    • Satin knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1206

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Bring The Flare Flocked Velvet Skater Dress

    Bring the flare with a cute skater dress that creates a twirl-worthy moment! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, a floral flocked velvet pattern, spaghetti straps, an unlined floral lace back with a lower back keyhole, and a tiered skater silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined scuba crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with block heels and a rhinestone choker. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline
    • Floral flocked velvet pattern 
    • Spaghetti stra[s
    • Unlined floral lace back, lower back keyhole
    • Tiered skater silhouette
    • Lined scuba crepe fabric 
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1161

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $48.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Layla Formal Sequin Midi Dress

    Special Occasion

    Bring the shine to match your glam taste in our sparkling Layla dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, short sleeves, a natural fit waist and a curve hugging midi length silhouette with bold side slit. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with sequins throughout. Garment offers a minimal stretch and includes a back zipper closure.

     

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4093

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Twinkling Moments Glitter Mini Dress

    Showcase your shine in this spotlight-stealing mini dress! You'll be having a moment everywhere you go! 

    Fits & Features

    • Wrap V Neckline
    • Long Fitted Sleeves
    • Asymmetrical Wrap Mini Skirt
    • Glitter Lurex Fabric I Fully Lined
    • Curve Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0432

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $35.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Gia Rhinestone Mini Dress

      Special Occasion 

      We all know diamonds are a girl's best friend, shine in sparkling rhinestones in our glitzy Gia dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a built in no slip strip, a plunging wired sweetheart neckline accented with a rhinestone embellished fringe and adjustable spaghetti straps. Her slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure with a hook and eye fasten closure

      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: 05001-0241

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $99.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Jess Off The Shoulder Dress
      You're known for your moves—make 'em in our dynamite midnight blue satin Jess dress! She features an off-the-shoulder neckline, seamless sleeveless bodice with fold-over detail and back zip, and an A-line flared mini with pockets at either hip. Jess is made from a smooth, shiny material with moderate stretch.

      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: 05001-0002

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $29.97 $54.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
      • Sale
    • Velvet Burnout Mini Dress

      This Semi sheer dress features a high crew neckline, long sleeves, and a sheer bodice that features a halter style underlay that cuts out at the midriff. Hem hits mid thigh and includes a partial mini skirt lining. Dress is composed of a mesh material with a velvet flocked burnout design. This dress is form fitting and offers moderate stretch.

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8848

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $14.97 $36.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • In Lust With Lace Mini Dress
      You'll be in lust with this gorgeous lace mini. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, tank-like shoulder straps that lead to a sheer back with a zipper closure, a V neckline, a padded bust, sheer waist insets, and lace detailing along the sides. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch and a form hugging fit.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0011

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $49.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Luxe Affair Velvet One-Shoulder Mini Dress

      Make your next formal party a luxe affair in this smooth velvet mini dress designed with an asymmetric one-shoulder neckline with a partial sweetheart bust and a long fitted sleeve. The ruched faux wrap-front design will accentuate your curves along the bodycon silhouette.

      Fit & Features

      • Velvet fabric with front knit lining, moderate stretch
      • Asymmetric one-shoulder neckline, sweetheart bust with no-slip strip, long fitted sleeve
      • Ruched bodice, high waist seam
      • Ruched faux wrap-front design
      • Mini-length hem
      • Bodycon silhouette
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5862

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $42.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Lara Formal Sequin Mini Dress

      Special Occasion 

      Bring the sparkle in our dazzling Lara sequin dress! She features an off the shoulder neckline, a sweetheart bust with padded cups, long bishop sleeves. and a mini length silhouette. She is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with shimmering sequins throughout. The dress offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Complete look with rhinestone hair clips. 

      Fit & Features

      • Off the shoulder neckline with a built-in no-slip strip 
      • Sweetheart bust
      • Padded cups
      • Long bishop sleeves
      • Mini length silhouette
      • Lined mesh fabric 
      • Sequins 

       

      Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0525

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $29.97 $59.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Dazzle Diva Glitter Open Back Dress

      Dazzle like the diva you are in this shimmering mini dress!

      Fits & Features

      • Crew neckline
      • Fitted long sleeves
      • Dramatic open back with draped accent
      • Glitter mesh fabric I Fully lined
      • Form hugging fit with moderate stretch
      • Zipper not included
      • Glitter may transfer

       

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0121

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $15.97 $40.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Kelsey Taffeta One-Shoulder Bow Party Dress

      Special Occasion

      Your fabulous presence will be the perfect gift in the Kelsey mini party dress arriving on the scene! Turn heads in her one-shoulder neckline with dual adjustable spaghetti straps, and a pleated bodycon silhouette that creates the illusion of an hourglass figure. She features a statement side bow with a train that gracefully glides against the floor for a dramatic flair! The formal party mini dress is composed of a taffeta woven fabric with a sewn-in knit lining. Complete the look with stiletto pumps for dressy celebrations and holiday soirees!

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
      • Dual adjustable spaghetti straps
      • Hidden side zipper and hook-eye closure
      • Statement side bow with train
      • Pleated bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
      • Taffeta woven fabric, sewn-in knit lining
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1981

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $14.97 $74.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Sweet And Flirty Sequin Lace Skater Dress

      Sweet and flirty, this adorable skater dress is perfect for Homecoming season! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a high waist seam, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. The lined lace fabric features all-over sequin embroidery for the prettiest shine. Complete the look with platform heels.

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless V-neckline
      • Adjustable spaghetti straps
      • High waist seam
      • Short skater skirt, fit and flare silhouette
      • Sheer lace fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
      • Sequin embroidery
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1787

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $21.97 $48.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Such A Stunner Sequin Mini Dress

      You'll look like such a stunner in this radiant sequin mini dress! It features a sleeveless deep V-neckline with a padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back design, a short, form-hugging fit, and sequins embroidered in a chic intricate pattern. Style this dress with sparkly earrings and clear heels.

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless wired deep V-neckline, padded bust
      • Adjustable spaghetti straps
      • Open back, cross-back design
      • Lower back zipper and hook and eye closure
      • Mini-length, form-hugging silhouette
      • Sheer mesh fabric, embroidered sequins, knit lining, moderate stretch
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0980

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $46.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Rose Formal Taffeta and Lace Party Dress

      Special Occasion 

      Stun as you impress in a dress that brings the charm! Rose features a plunging v-neckline with tank-like straps, an empire waist that flatters curves, and a gorgeous partially open back with lace trim. Complete your formal outfit with rhinestone earrings and a sleek clutch. 

      Fit & Features

      • Plunging v-neckline
      • Vertical seams at the bust
      • Empire waist
      • Partially open back with floral lace trim
      • Party length silhouette with subtle pleats
      • Hidden side pockets
      • Taffeta fabric, form-hugging fit

       

      Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0468

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $44.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Heartbreaker Vixen Mini Dress

      Break some hearts in this sultry mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging sweetheart neckline with bustier-like padded cups, adjustable spaghetti straps and a curve hugging mini length silhouette that sits mid-thigh. Includes an exposed back zipper closure. Dress is composed of a lined coated faux leather fabric that offers 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: 05103-0430

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $37.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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