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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.

  • 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:
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  • 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:
    • Sale
  • 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:
    • Clearance
  • 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

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  • Twirl Factor Satin A-Line Mini Dress

    Sophisticated with a daring twist, this satin halter mini dress delivers sleek lines and a dramatic flare hem. Pair it with statement jewelry and heels for your next upscale night out.

    Fit & Features

    • Woven satin fabric, stretch knit lining
    • Halter V-neckline with tie closure
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Drop waist seam
    • A-line mini-length silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000315

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $62.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLACK

    Available Size: XXS, XS, S, M, L

  • 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:
    • Sale
  • 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:
    • Sale
  • 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:
    • Sale
  • 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

    Product Badge:
    • Clearance
  • 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:
    • Clearance
  • Take A Shine To Velvet Mini Dress

    All eyes will be on you in this glistening piece! It features adjustable spaghetti straps falling into a scoop neckline. Crafted from velvet and featuring glittering embellishments, this dress offers a fully lined, form-hugging fit that offers little to no stretch. Zipper is included at center back. 

    Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

     

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0450

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $33.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
    • Clearance
  • Carly Satin Sash Bodycon Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Effortless drama meets sculpted glamour in the Carly strapless satin mini dress, designed with pleated detailing and a cascading side sash that floats with every step. The bodycon silhouette creates a sleek, modern hourglass moment—perfect for a night that calls for all eyes on you.

    Fit & Features

    • Stretch satin fabric lined with stretchy knit
    • Strapless neckline, non-slip grip lining, padded bra cups
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Pleated bodycon mini-length silhouette
    • Side cascading sash
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Homecoming, weddings, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, birthdays, date nights, bachelorettes, cocktail parties, galas, black tie soirees

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000231

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $69.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: WHITE

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L

  • Effortlessly Lovely Strapless Corset Skater Dress

    Appear like a sweet vision in this strapless skater dress for dressy events like showers or weddings! Made with taffeta fabric, this dress is perfect for any special occasion. This dress features a flirty and feminine look with its ruffled strapless sweetheart neckline and skater silhouette. The padded bra cups provide support and enhance your bust, while the flexible boning creates a flattering shape. Complete the look in statement heels, earrings, and a clutch.

    Fit & Features

    • Taffeta fabric lined with woven fabric, no stretch
    • Strapless sweetheart ruffled neckline
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Padded bra cups
    • Flexible boning
    • Skater silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3353

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $52.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
    • Sale
  • Effie Formal Heatstone Bodycon

    Special Occasion 

    Get ready to glow in this chic bodycon for your next night out! Effie features a sleeveless scoop neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, sparkling heat stones throughout, dual ruched drawstrings, and a mini-length silhouette. Complete look with rhinestone heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless scoop neckline
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Heat stones 
    • Dual ruched drawstrings
    • Mini length silhouette 
    • Form hugging fit, moderate stretch 
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0660

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $45.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
    • Sale
  • Fab and Fierce Fringe Open Back Mini Dress

    Keep it fab in a fringe dress that impresses with each turn for your night out! The dress features a scoop neckline, a daring matching scoop back with a fringe accent, and a mini length silhouette. The dress is composed of a retentive crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit and a moderate stretch. Complete your look with black rhinestone heels. 

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless scoop neckline
    • Scoop open back 
    • Fringe 
    • Mini length silhouette
    • Crepe fabric
    • Form hugging fit
    • Moderate stretch 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1059

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
    • Clearance
  • Sleek Satin Floral Mini Dress

    This sleek satin floral mini dress is perf for a date night out with bae! It features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back, lace-up design, ruched detailing with side drawstrings, and a short, curve-hugging fit. The lightweight satin fabric has a pretty all-over floral print for a romantic look. Style this dress with dainty earrings and heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless cowl neckline
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Open back, cross-back, lace-up design
    • Ruching, side drawstrings at the hem
    • Mini-length, form-hugging silhouette
    • Satin fabric, floral print, no stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0636

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $6.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • O-Ring Waist Cut Out Mini Dress
    Chic with a trendy edge to the look, this mini dress will amp up your style. It features long sleeves with elastic cuffs, a deep V neckline, a hidden back zipper closure, a waist cut out with a front O-ring detail, and a flowy short skirt with a hidden back zipper. The dress is composed of a chiffon fabric and includes a stretchy knit lining.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0241

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $44.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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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 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0123

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $11.97 $29.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Pretty In Lace Mini Dress

    This pretty little dress perfect for a semi formal event is composed of sheer lace, includes a full lining, and features a mock neck, cap sleeves and a mini length. Closes with a back zipper closure.

    Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8829

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $15.97 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Maria Glitter Bow Off-The-Shoulder Skater Dress

    Special Occasion

    Made for your spotlight entrance, the Maria glitter dress captures movement and elegance in every step. With a structured corset bodice, flirty skater silhouette, and a shimmering glitter woven fabric, her off-the-shoulder bow neckline is the perfect RSVP-ready detail.

    Fit & Features:

    • Glitter woven fabric, tulle and knit linings
    • Sweetheart bow off-the-shoulder neckline, padded bra cups
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Corset bodice with flexible boning
    • Hidden side pockets
    • Skater silhouette, short-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Homecoming, weddings, red carpet events, birthdays, date nights, milestone celebrations, rehearsal dinners, formal occasions

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000012

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $69.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLACK

    Available Size: XS, S

  • Drinks With The Girls Mesh Mini Dress

    Chic and stunning, this curve-hugging mesh mini dress is perfect for getting drinks with the girls! It features an off-the-shoulder neckline, long sheer fitted sleeves, a ruffle overlay with a ruffled accent down the center, front ruching, and a short, bodycon silhouette. Style with your fave pair of strappy stilettos.

    Fit & Features

    • Off-the-shoulder neckline
    • Long sheer fitted sleeves
    • Ruffle overlay, ruffles down the center
    • Front ruched detailing
    • Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
    • Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1763

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $52.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Flocked Velvet Mock Neck Mini Dress

    Look a vision of luxe in this classy mini dress!

    Fits & Features

    • Mock Neckline
    • Long Sleeves
    • Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
    • Mini Length Silhouette
    • Fully Lined, Textured Knit Fabric With All Over Intricate Flocked Velvet Print
    • Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch

    Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 25" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0148

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $13.97 $35.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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