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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.

  • Fresh And Flirty Mini Dress

    Leave a flirty first impression in this fresh and fun mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back, a V neckline with scalloped detailing, vertical seams down the bust, a high waist seam, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a knit lining and offers moderate stretch for comfortable wear.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0017

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $35.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Off Shoulder Glitter Velvet Mini

    Step out a in a mini that shows off those curves! This edgy piece features a straight neckline, and sleeves that are off shoulder. Hem hits mid thigh, and is composed of a velvet material that offers moderate stretch and a form fit. This crushed velvet dress is adorned with chunky glitter that reflects hues of purple, blue and gold depending on the light that you catch.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0226

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $12.97 $32.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sleeveless Chevron Glitter Mini Dress

    Glow up in this shimmering mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline with padded cups and spaghetti straps that lead to a cross back. The relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress features a trendy chevron print throughout and adorned with glitter accents. Garment is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric that offers a slight 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: 05103-3488

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Work It Girl Scoop Neck Ponte Short Dress

    Work it, girl, in this ponte short dress in the office or at networking events! With its cap sleeves, scoop neckline, and bodycon silhouette, it flatters your figure and hugs your curves in all the right places while the center back slit offers movement. Pair with sleek pumps and minimal jewelry for a polished and poised look!

    Fit & Features

    • Smooth ponte knit fabric with stretch
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Center back slit
    • Bodycon fit
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3271

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Irresistible Charm Satin A-Line Dress

    Who resist your charm the second you stroll in looking fabulous in this satin a-line dress! It features a sleeveless mock neck with dual button closures, a pleated open-back design, and a short-length hem. Style with an envelope clutch and heels to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless mock neck, dual button closures
    • Pleated open-back design 
    • Hidden side zipper and hook-eye closure
    • A-line silhouette
    • Short-length hem
    • Smooth satin, woven lining, no stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2314

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $48.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Amp Up The Sparkle Rhinestone Mini Dress

    Amp up the sparkle for your next night out in a mini dress that brings elevated glamour! This dress features a sleeveless square neckline with an eye-catching rhinestone fringe trim, adjustable spaghetti straps, front pleated detailing, a mini-length hem with a faux wrap-front design, and a bodycon silhouette. The lined crepe fabric offers a moderate stretch. Style with rhinestone heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline, rhinestone fringe trim
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • High waist seam, pleating at the front
    • Mini-length asymmetric hem, faux wrap-front design
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Crepe fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4752

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $5.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Jaclyn Long Sleeve Sequin Mini Dress

    Special Occasion 

    Dazzle them all away in our beyond gorgeous Jaclyn sequin mini dress! She features long fitted sleeves, a deep V neckline, and a high banded waist with a mini length curve-hugging silhouette. Pair this stunning dress with strappy heels for an elongated look.

    Fit & Features

    • Long fitted sleeves
    • V neckline
    • Back zipper closure
    • High rise banded waist
    • Short, form-hugging fit
    • Allover sequin detailing
    • Knit lining

     

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0479

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Gina Floral Satin Party Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Stun and charm in pretty florals! Gina features an ivory color with soft pinks for a romantic vibe, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to an unlined floral lace panel. Her slim fit bodice leads to a flared party length skirt with hidden side pockets and a dramatic petticoat.

    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: 05001-4077

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $24.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Feelin' Flirty Strapless Bow Mini Dress

    This adorable mini dress will have you feelin' flirty and fine! It features a strapless straight-across neckline, a wrap design at the waist with a trendy bow accent, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette that will hug your curves. Style with strappy heels for date night.

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless straight-across neckline
    • Wrap design at the waist, bow accent
    • Mini-length hem
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Smooth scuba knit fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2374

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Marianna Strapless Embellished Velvet Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Showcase a fiery look in the sultry and stunning Marianna formal mini dress! She features a strapless neckline with an angled design, a ruched bodice with gorgeous faux pearl and iridescent rhinestone embellishments, a sheer mesh insert at the hem with matching embellishments, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The luxe velvet fabric includes a knit lining and offers a moderate stretch. Style with rhinestone fringe earrings and strappy stilettos for a glam night out.

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless neckline, angled design, flexible boning, no-slip strip
    • Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
    • Ruched bodice, faux pearls, iridescent rhinestones
    • Back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Sheer mesh insert at the hem, matching embellishments
    • Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
    • Smooth velvet fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1329

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $64.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Sleek And Strappy Satin Mini Dress

    This sleek and strappy satin mini dress will be your new go-to outfit for a night out with the squad! It features a sleeveless square neckline, dual spaghetti straps that lead to a strappy cross-back design, ruching at the back, and a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette with a sultry front slit. Complete the look with rhinestone earrings and new heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless square neckline
    • Dual spaghetti straps
    • Strappy cross-back design
    • High waist seam, ruching at the back
    • Short, form-hugging fit, front slit
    • Satin fabric
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3773

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sparkling Moments Glitter Mini Dress

    Shine for those nights you'll never forget in this shimmering glitter mini dress! 

    Fit & Features 

    • Square Neckline 
    • Spaghetti Straps 
    • High Side Slit
    • Glitter
    • Lined Mesh
    • Form Hugging Fit
    • 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: 05103-0422

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $12.97 $32.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
    • Clearance
  • Miranda Off-The-Shoulder Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Designed for your next unforgettable night out, the Miranda turns up the charm with a sculpted bodycon fit and romantic off-the-shoulder neckline.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleek knit fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Off-the-shoulder neckline, padded bra cups
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Side ruched seams
    • Bodycon fit
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Weddings, bachelorettes, Vegas weekends, birthdays, date night, parties, cocktail soirees

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000134

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $49.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLACK, RED

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L

  • Flirty Attitude Bubble Hem Mini Dress

    Show off a flirty attitude in this adorable bubble hem mini dress! It features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline with a tank shoulder strap, a flowy A-line fit, and a mini-length silhouette with the cutest bubble hem for a subtle flared-out look. The sheer chiffon fabric includes a full knit lining. Style with platform heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
    • Tank shoulder strap
    • A-line fit
    • Mini-length silhouette
    • Bubble hem
    • Sheer chiffon fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2439

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
    • Clearance
  • Main Character Vibes Velvet Dress

    This velvet mini dress will give you main character energy at the party! The bodycon dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, bungee spaghetti straps, and a ruched bust and side seams. Complete the look in metallic chunky heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline
    • Bungee spaghetti straps
    • Ruched bust and side seams
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Lined velvet fabric, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1905

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Take The Plunge Crepe Short Dress

    Fashion is all about taking risks! Take the plunge and chic up your look with this crepe short dress. It features a sleeveless mesh V-neck, shoulder straps, V-cut back, and a padded underwire bust atop a corset-style bodice with flexible boning. The front ruched seam flaunts your curves along the crepe bodycon skirt with a flirty hem slit. Style with fringe earrings for a cocktail party!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless mesh V-neck, shoulder straps
    • V-cut back and zipper with hook-eye closure
    • Padded underwire bust
    • Corset-style bodice, flexible boning
    • Bodycon, short hem, front ruched seam, and slit
    • Lined crepe and mesh fabric, moderate stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1840

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $44.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Meow You're Talking Leopard Mini Dress

    Satin and leopard? Matchmade in heaven. Show your sleek and wild side in the Meow You're Talking mini dress!

    Fits & Features 

    • Cowl Neckline
    • Spaghetti Straps
    • Adjustable Tie At Back I Low Open Back
    • Satin-Like Composition I Minimal Stretch
    • Mini Length Silhouette 
    • 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: 05102-0338

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $35.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Ruffle Party Asymmetrical Dress
    It's no party without a little bit of ruffle fun! This blue dress features a wrap bodice with a V neckline paired with a ruffle trim, spaghetti straps leading to a square back, ruching on one side, and a wrap skirt with a subtle asymmetrical hem. Dress is composed of an unlined crepe fabric that offers 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: 05103-3491

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $31.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Reveal Your Sparkle Sequin Mini Dress

    Reveal your sparkle in this gorgeous sequin mini dress. Show off your curves with a bodycon silhouette and strapless neckline. The mini-length hem is cinched with a wrap design to make your look even more chic. Complete the look with earrings for a night on the town!

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless neckline
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Wrap mini-length hem
    • Sequin fabric, sewn-in knit lining
    • Moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5238

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Juilette Sequin Mock Neck Marabou Dress

    Special Occasion

    The Juliette sequin dress was made to be seen on you at banquets, holiday parties, and fancy events! She features fitted long sleeves with fabulous marabou trim cuffs, a mock neckline, and a flattering bodycon silhouette and knee-length hem. The party dress is designed with a sequin-embellished striped pattern that sparkles on mesh fabric and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with earrings and strappy heels!

    Fit & Features

    • Fitted long sleeves, marabou trim cuff
    • Mock neckline
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon silhouette, knee-length hem
    • Sequin striped pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Bra friendly design
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1766

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $49.97 $99.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Allison Iridescent Sequin Feather Trim Party Dress

    Special Occasion

    The party won't start until you make an entrance in the Allison iridescent sequin feather trim formal dress! She features a crew neckline, sheer long fitted sleeves with fabulous ostrich feather trims, a mini-length hem, a bodycon silhouette that will hug and flatter your curves, and all-over iridescent sequin embroidery in a chic scroll pattern. The sheer mesh fabric includes a partial knit lining. Complete your look for dances, parties, or any glam affair with clear heels!

    Fit & Features

    • Crew neckline, sheer long fitted sleeves, ostrich feather trims
    • Hidden back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
    • Iridescent sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
    • Sheer mesh fabric, partial knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Bra-friendly design
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1613

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $129.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Made For This Moment Rhinestone Satin Mini Dress

    This sultry satin mini dress was made for you to have your it-girl moment! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a bustier-style bodice, padded and structured cups, alluring rhinestone embellishments at the bust, and rhinestone-adorned spaghetti straps. The dress features a backless design with tie-back straps, ruched detailing down the sides and back, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The smooth satin fabric includes a full knit lining. Style with hoop earrings.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, bustier-style bodice
    • Padded cups, structured underwire
    • Mini rhinestone embellishments at the bust
    • Rhinestone-adorned spaghetti straps, adjustable
    • Open back, tie-back strap design, lower back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • Side and back ruching, mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
    • Woven satin fabric, knit lining, minimal stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4679

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $48.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Floral Flair Smocked Mini Dress

    Bring some flair to your fall look with this floral smocked mini! The dress features a slight sweetheart neckline, long sleeves with smocked cuffs, and a short hem with a drawstring at the front. Dress is composed of a smocked woven fabric that offers plenty of stretch and a curve hugging fit.

    Model is 5'7" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0393

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Hiss Me With That Mini Dress

    Sssslither into this sassy number! It features a snake-inspired print, fixed shoulder straps, sweetheart neckline, and mini-length silhouette. Crafted from soft velvet and paired with a soft knit lining, this form-fitting piece extenuates all the right curves. 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: 05102-0364

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $11.97 $28.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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