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 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.
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Dramatic Affair Velvet Burnout Mini Dress
Make your next dressy occasion a dramatic affair in this luxe velvet mini dress! It features a one-shoulder neckline with a sheer mesh long balloon sleeve, a chic velvet burnout scroll pattern down the body of the dress, and a mini-length bodycon silhouette. The lined knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone hoops and strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline
- Single long sheer mesh balloon sleeve, tapered cuff
- Velvet burnout scroll pattern
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Lined knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1919
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $38.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Out of This World Satin Mini Dress
This mini dress is on a whole other level girl! Dress to impress for your next date night in this mini dress that features a plunging v-neckline, rhinestone embellished spaghetti straps, and a sexy waist cutout. Complete your look with rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunging v-neckline
- Rhinestone embellished straps
- Sexy waist cutout
- Mini length silhouette
- Satin fabric
- 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: 05103-1630
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Touch Of Lace Cowl Neck Midi Dress
Trust us when we say, you're going to want to add the Touch Of Lace midi dress to your LBD collection!
Fits & Features
- Spaghetti Straps That Cross & Lace-Up At The Back
- Cowl Neckline With Lace Underlay
- Midi Length Silhouette I Wrap Skirt
- Jersey Knit Fabric
- Curve Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0598
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
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: 05101-000101
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: YELLOW, PINK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Draped in Glamour Glitter Mini Dress
Adorn yourself with a glam mini dress that brings the dazzle and shimmer to your evening. The dress features a glitter body throughout, a crew neckline, and a daring open back draped with a cowl neck accent. Complete your look with a dainty rhinestone bracelet and chrome heels.
Fit & Features
- Crew neckline
- Long sleeves
- Open back with draped cowl neck detail
- Mini length silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric
- Form hugging fit
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0873
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $16.97 $40.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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The One For You Mini Sweater Dress
This chic knit mini sweater dress is def the one for you! Pair with some statement earrings and strappy mules and werk it bb!
Fit & Features
- One shoulder neckline
- Single long fitted sleeve
- Short, curve hugging fit
- Ribbed knit fabric
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-0540
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $6.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Melissa Formal Metallic Party Dress
Special OccasionMake it a picture perfect moment in our Melissa dress! 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 chiffon skirt meets at the waist with a party length silhouette.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0042
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sequined Bombshell Halter Mini Dress
Dress to impress in this glitzy mini dress. This dress features a halter styling with a cowl neckline. It features a fitted waist, a leg slit, allover sequin embellishment and moderate stretch for the perfect fit.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0086
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Drama Queen Strapless Ruffle Mini Dress
She's giving spotlight stealer with zero chill. This strapless bodycon mini dress with a side ruffle sash brings big “watch me walk away” energy.
Fit & Features
- Knit fabric with subtle sheen, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless neckline, padded bra cups
- Bodycon silhouette
- Side ruffled sash
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000368
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $38.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BURGUNDY
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Stop And Stun Rosette Ruffle Mini Dress
Made for the girl who enters the room and owns it. This rosette ruffle mini dress hugs your curves and adds a touch of flirty drama with its open back and flowy ruffled accents, perfect for your next night out.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, high stretch
- Boat neckline, open back
- Rosette detailing, flowy ruffled accents
- Ruching
- Ruffled mini-length hem, short side slit
- Bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000355
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $39.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: RED
Available Size: M, L
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Lovely Lace Off The Shoulder Mini Dress
Strut your stuff in this pretty little lace dress. It features an off the shoulder design, unlined long sleeves, and a mini-length silhouette. Crafted from scalloped lace fabric and lined with a soft rib knit, this dress offers a moderate stretch fit. Zipper not included.
Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0231
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.97 $26.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cut Above The Rest Dress
Set the bar in this trendsetting dress! It features a navy hue, a sleeveless bodice with a square neckline, narrow shoulder straps, a waist cut out and a curve hugging mini length skirt with an asymmetrical hem. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric with moderate stretch.Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3605
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Vampy Vixen Corset Cutout Bodycon Mini Dress
Unlock your inner sexiness in this corset bodycon mini dress for a perfectly snatched look at the cub!
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Cutout sweetheart neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Built-in padded underwire bra
- Corset bodice, flexible boning, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000004
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Such A Diva Glitter Knit Mini Dress
This glitter knit dress was made for a fashion diva! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a cowl neck and a square back, a high waist seam, ruched side detailing with drawstrings at the hem, and a short, curve hugging fit. The knit fabric offers moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0556
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ever Formal Sequin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Dazzle and impress them all as you shine in our sparkling Ever dress!
Fit & Features
- Off The Shoulder Neckline
- Plunging Wired V-Neck Bust
- Sequins
- Scroll Print
- Lined Mesh
- Form Hugging Fit
- Minimal Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0275
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $31.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Riley Lace Floral Two Piece Dress
Make it a night to remember in our beyond gorgeous Riley two piece dress! She features a lace top with a square neck and back, long fitted sheer sleeves, and a cropped hem. Her foiled floral printed satin party skirt has a high rise waist and a woven lining with a tulle hem for added flare.
Model is 5'3" with a 32" bust, 22.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size three.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05006-0023
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Pretty & Posh Halter Party Dress
Too pretty, too posh! This dress features a contrasting bodice and and a skater design. It has a halter neck tie closure, a satin skirt and an open back. Fully lined with no stretch.
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: 05001-0098
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.97 $139.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jaelene Strapless Bodycon Mini Sequin Party Dress
Special Occasion
The dancefloor isn't ready for your sparkling vibes in the Jaelene sequin party dress at the school dance, birthday, or after party! The strapless sweetheart neckline and built-in padded underwire bust provide a flattering silhouette, while the pipe trim adds a touch of sophistication. Show off your curves with the bodycon fit and dance the night away in the mini-length hem. Complete the look with high heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sequin scroll pattern, mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Built-in padded underwire bust
- Bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2079
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Speak My Language Sequin Dress
Do you speak the language of sparkle? This shimmering beauty of a dress is perfect for you! The sequins dress features a sleeveless square neck, bungee spaghetti straps, an open back with lattice straps, and a form-hugging, short-length hem. Complete the look with statement earrings and heels!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Open-back with lattice straps
- Form-hugging silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Sequin mesh fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4674
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Katherine Formal Lace-Up Glitter Party Dress
Special Occasion
Bring the glamour to your event with a party dress that shines from every angle! Katherine features a sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups, vertical princess seams at the bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a lace-up back. The slim-fit bodice leads to a flared mini-length silhouette accented with hidden side pockets. The dress is composed of a lined woven glitter fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels and rhinestone earrings for maximum shine.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups
- Princess seams, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lace-up back
- Mini length silhouette
- Hidden side pockets
- Lined woven glitter fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0582
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Snake Print A-Line Mini Dress
Get on the animal print trend without being too flashy in this snake print A-line mini dress. It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that lead to a halter back, a V neckline, and a short, flowy fit. The dress is composed of a chiffon fabric with a woven lining and has no stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0383
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Hot Commodity Mini Dress
You'll be quite the hot commodity in this stunning mini. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, buckle detail shoulder straps, a bustier style top with padded cups, a square back with a zipper closure, vertical seam detailing running down the front, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a smooth satin-like 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: 05103-0293
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Knot Just Another Mini Dress
This sleek and sexy mini is not just another casual dress. It features long fitted sleeves, a plunging V neckline leading to a trendy knot front detail, a high waist with an elastic banded back, and a flowy wrap front short skirt. The dress is composed of a lightweight woven fabric with no stretch.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0242
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Magical Moments Skater Dress
Make magical moments in this classic chic skater dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, a sheer lace back with a zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. The black dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a nude knit lining.Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8472
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $39.50
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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