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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Sweet Slay Satin Mesh Drape Dress
You'll be sweetly slaying the club in this satin mini dress! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a lightly padded bust, mesh draping across the bust, and a bodycon silhouette. Complete the look in a glam necklace and earrings set!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Lightly padded bust, back zipper closure
- Mesh draping across the bust
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Smooth satin, lined, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4724
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Mesmerizing Mesh Cutout Mini Dress
Mesmerize in a mesh dress that brings the heat for your next night out! The mini dress features a mesh bodice with a high round neckline a sexy waist cutout to show off a hint of skin. Complete your look with sleek hoops and stilettos.
Fit & Features
- High round neckline
- Mesh bodice
- Waist cutout
- Mini length silhouette
- 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: 05103-1721
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $11.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruffle Along The Edges Mini Dress
Bring the drama and some extra flair in this further than basic, LBD!
Fits & Features
- Plunging V Neckline & Back
- Layered Ruffling Detail Along Sides Of Top Bodice
- Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure I Bar Accent
- Mini Length Silhouette I Front Side Slit
- Crepe Fabric I Fully Lined
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0732
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $32.97 $46.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Limitless Beauty One Shoulder Glitter Party Dress
Endless shimmering beauty can be found with this glitter mesh party dress perfect for your night out! Featuring a stunning one-shoulder neckline and adjustable spaghetti strap for a perfect fit, this bodycon silhouette with a mini-length hem will sparkle all night long with its glitter detailing. Complete the look with stud earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Glitter mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, stretchy
- Adjustable spaghetti strap
- Ruched side seams
- Bodycon silhouette
- Sticky bra or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4324
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sheer Me Out All Over Ruched Midi Dress
Hell mesh! We're all eyes and ears for this look.
Fits & Features
- High Neckline
- Sleeveless Bodice
- Knit Mini Length Dress With A Mesh Midi Overlay
- Ruching At The Sides
- Bodycon Fit I Ample Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0702
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Luxe Indulgence Satin A-Line Mini Dress
Indulge your luxurious side in this sultry satin mini dress for a dressy celebration or date night! It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, one adjustable spaghetti strap and one rhinestone-embellished strap, and a flattering A-line short silhouette. Complete the look in stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- One adjustable spaghetti strap
- One rhinestone-embellished strap
- A-line silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Silky satin fabric, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2795
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alaney Sequence Bustier Satin Party Dress
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Dance the night away in the Alaney party dress that's sure to dazzle the room! She features a strapless, sweetheart bustier-style top with shiny sequins, flexible boning, and padded cups for all-night support. Her fit and flare satin skirt make for many twirl-worthy moments. Add a clutch and lace-up heels for the perfect finishing touch.
Fit & Features
- Strapless, sweetheart neckline
- Sequins, padded cups, flexible boning
- Fit and flare silhouette
- Short-length skirt
- Luxe satin fabric, no stretch
- Zipper closure
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0774
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sparks Will Fly Sequin Mini Dress
The fireworks will be working OT when they see you in this. Ring in the New Year with this stunning mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Surplice V Neckline
- Padded Shoulder I Long Sleeves
- Wrap, Mini Length Skirt I Side Slit
- Mesh Lined Fabric With Sequins Throughout
- Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- 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: 05101-0454
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $21.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jocelyn Damask Sequin Dress
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Capture all of the attention and lights in our stunning sequined Jocelyn!
Fits & Features
- Dual Spaghetti Straps | Lace Up At The Back
- Back Zip With Hook & Eye Closure
- Plunging V Neckline With Padded Bust
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Mesh Lined Damask Pattern Sequin Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit | Moderate 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: 05001-0176
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $38.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Coated Faux Leather Side Slit Mini Dress
Add some edge to your wardrobe with this faux leather mini! Dress them up with some heels or throw on a pair of boots for a casual look.
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- Scoop Neckline
- Elastic Square Back
- Princess Seaming Details
- Slit At Center Front
- Coated Faux Leather Composition I Fully Lined
- Curve-Hugging Fit I Minimal Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0440
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $12.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Major Bombshell Mini Dress
Hey babe, you'll be a major bombshell in this sultry mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a padded bustier style top, a square back with an exposed zipper closure, linear seam detailing down the front, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a faux suede fabric that offers moderate stretch.
Model is 5'7" with 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0092
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Can’t Miss This Moment Mini Dress
Your RSVP to every spotlight—this halter mini dress brings the sultriness. The luxe knit fabric hugs you just right, making it your new go-to for date nights to weddings, and cocktail soirees!
Fit & Features
- Luxe knit stretchy fabric, bust lining
- Mock neck halter neckline
- Partial open back
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000468
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $36.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: RED
Available Size: M, L
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Like An Hourglass Bandage Corset Mini Dress
Sculpt your curves with this bandage corset mini dress to achieve a sexy and snatched figure! Designed on seamless bandage knit fabric that fits like a glove, it features a strapless sweetheart neckline, a padded bust, and non-slip grip lining that ensures a secure fit while the corset-style trim detail along the bodycon silhouette accentuates your natural shape down to the mini-length hem. Complete the look in strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Non-slip grip lining
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Padded bust, corset-style trim
- Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Bandage seamless knit fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 06005-1815
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $3.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Just A Peak Sequin Halter Dress
Give em' just a peak from the front something to look back at! This sexy sequin halter mini dress features a sleeveless halter neck with dual button closures, a slit bust, a bodycon silhouette, and an open lace-up back with tie and zipper closure. Style with an envelope clutch and heels to complete the look.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless halter neck, dual button closures
- Slit bust
- Open lace-up back with tie and zipper closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin-knit lined fabric, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4753
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Appeal Layered Skater Dress
Create double the appeal in this lace beauty! It features a burgundy hue, a plunging V neckline, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to an unlined floral lace panel. The slim fit bodice features a narrow waist band accent and leads to a double layered skater skirt. Dress is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offer a form hugging fit with 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: 05101-8630
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Adina Velvet Long Sleeve Open Back Mini Dress
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The velvet mini dress features a crew neckline with a twist accent, a cutout above the bust, an open lower back design, long fitted sleeves, and a chic side slit at the mini-length hem. Complete your formal outfit with rhinestone heels.
Fit & Features
- Velvet fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- Crew neckline with twist accent, cutout at the bust
- Open lower back
- Long fitted sleeves
- Mini-length hem with side slit
- Bodycon silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2410
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Square Neck Faux Leather Mini Dress
Add some edge to your wardrobe with this faux leather mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, square neckline with interior no-slip strip, cord spaghetti straps, princess seaming detail, and a mini length silhouette. Composed of sleek faux leather, it offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate amount of stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0545
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.97 $26.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Vibes Mini Dress
Get those pretty lace vibes with this gorgeous ivory mini dress! It features an off the shoulder neckline with short sleeves, a wired V neckline with padded cups, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a nude knit lining and offers moderate stretch.Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8744
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Crochet Beauty Skater Dress
Showcase your stunning beauty in this crochet lace skater dress! It features a fresh ivory hue, a sleeveless bodice, tank-like shoulder straps, a flattering top cut out followed by a lined bust and a mesh inset at the waist, a back zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. Dress is composed of a combination crochet and unlined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with 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: 05101-8740
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Miss Me Mesh Mini Dress
Leave them missing you in this memorable black mini dress! It features a square neckline, fitted unlined long sleeves, unlined mesh panels at waist and hem to create an illusion effect. Dress is composed of a combination crepe and mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
*Also available in PlusStyle Number/Barcode: 05101-8650
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.44 $37.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Florals And Lace Skater Dress
Make it a lacy affair in this must have floral mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, princess seams and spaghetti straps. The back features an unlined floral lace back that leads to a lower back keyhole. The slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0079
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Glam Heat Stone Glitter Dress
Bring the glam with dazzling heat stones! This mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired sweetheart neckline, padded cups and narrow shoulder straps. Dress is composed of a lined glitter mesh knit fabric adorned with heat stones throughout. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a 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: 05103-0231
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Slay In Lattice Mini Dress
Let your curves slay in this plunging mini dress! The dress features a navy blue hue, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups, narrow shoulder straps and an open back with lattice design. Dress is composed of a stretchy ponte 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: 05103-3516
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunning Factor Satin Tie-Waist Mini Dress
Looking stunning in this satin mini dress is always a factor! The dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, a tie-waist belt with belt loop accents, and a sassy bodycon silhouette with a wrap-style hem. The sleek satin-knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Complete the look in bold earrings for a cocktail party.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps
- Tie-waist belt, belt loop accents
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap-style mini-length hem
- Sleek satin-knit fabric, lined bust, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2452
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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