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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.

  • Metallic Cut Out Mini Dress

    We stan a glowed up look girl! Elevate your look with this metallic mini dress to pair with your favorite bold heels! 

    Fit & Features 

    • Square Neckline
    • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps 
    • Metallic
    • Waist Cut Outs
    • Mini Silhouette 
    • Form Hugging Fit
    • Moderate Stretch 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0511

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $37.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Madilyn Strapless Bow Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

     Look and feel like such a cutie in the Madilyn mini dress that brings flirty allure to semi-formal parties and holiday events! She features a strapless square neckline with non-slip grip lining, flexible boning inserts along the fitted bodice, and dual pleat seams down the front and a slim fit silhouette. Turn-heads with her back bow detail that has a long-length train and a center slit accent along the hem. The formal dress is composed of a smooth woven fabric with lining and minimal stretch. Style with sparkly stiletto heels to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless square neckline, non-slip grip lining
    • Hidden side zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Flexible boning, fitted bodice, dual pleat seams
    • Slim, mini-length silhouette
    • Smocked back with attached bow, train, center hem slit
    • Lined smooth woven fabric, minimal stretch
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1534

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $39.97 $79.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • A Moment To Remember Crepe Puff Shoulder Mini Dress

    Yes girl! You'll be having a moment everywhere you go in this gorge LBD! Add a pair of rhinestone deets to really heat up your look 

    Fits & Features

    • Deep Sweetheart Neckline 
    • Boning Detail At The Bust 
    • Puff Shoulder Short Sleeves 
    • Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
    • Mini Length Silhouette 
    • Crepe Fabric 
    • Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch 

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0711

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $16.97 $42.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Ruched Strappy Back Mini Dress

      We love a strappy ruched dress! It's the perfect addition to your girl's weekend trip!

      Fits & Features 

      • Plunging V Neckline
      • Fixed Spaghetti Straps
      • Criss-Cross Back Detail With Self Ties 
      • Center Ruching At Front And Back
      • Mini Length Silhouette
      • Curve-Hugging Fit I Ample Stretch

       

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

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0630

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $36.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Sleeveless Velvet Leopard Mini Dress

        Stay on trend with fierce animal print!

        Fits & Features

        • Square neckline
        • Corded straps
        • Mini length silhouette
        • Velvet composition I Fully lined
        • Form hugging fit with 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: 05102-0356

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $24.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Piece Of Pie Mini Skater Dress

        Hey there sweet thing! This mini dress features a deep v neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a square back, and a fitted bodice with a banded hem around the waist. Skirt meets hem and flares out to a skater style design that hits mid thigh. Dress is composed of a knit material that offers slight stretch and a flattering fit! Zipper located mid back.

        Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24.5" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0171

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $37.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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      • Lace Up In Neon Mini Dress
        Lace up in bright hues to get your glow on! This neon green dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline and narrow shoulder straps that lead to a cross back design. The relaxed fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette.

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

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0045

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $10.00 $33.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • On To The Next Glitter Mini Dress

        Girl move on with this totally fab glitter mini dress!

        Fit & Features

        • Square Neckline
        • Spaghetti Straps
        • Cross-Back 
        • Glitter 
        • Ruched
        • Fully Lined
        • Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch 

         

         

         

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0643

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $35.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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      • Wrapped In Metallic Mini Dress

        You'll find any excuse to go out with this dress in your closet! This dress features spaghetti straps, a wrap v-neckline with padded cups, square elastic back, and a mini-length silhouette with an asymmetrical cut hem. The garment is composed of a smooth metallic knit fabric, form-fitting, and offers a moderate amount of stretch. Zipper not included. 

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0628

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $25.97 $36.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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      • Moment Like This Heat Stone Mini Dress

        Wrap yourself up in this flattering mini dress! The spotlight's always going to be on you, honey. 

        Fits & Features

        • Crew Neckline
        • Unlined, Fitted Sleeves
        • Slim Fit Bodice Trails To Mini Length Silhouette
        • Mesh Lined Fabric With Heat Stone & Studded Embellishments All Over
        • Body-Hugging Fit 
        • Zipper At Back 

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0443

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $64.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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      • Jodie Satin Skater Corset Dress

        Special Occasion

        Designed to dazzle with every step, the Jodie satin dress is elegance in motion. Crafted with a sculpting corset bodice and sweetheart strapless neckline, this mini-length skater dress turns timeless structure into a modern fairytale, with hidden side pockets for an effortlessly poised finish. 

        Fit & Features

        • Stretch satin fabric, crinoline and woven linings
        • Sweetheart strapless neckline,cowl pelated drape, padded bra cups
        • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
        • Structured corset bodice, flexible boning inserts
        • V-waist drop seam, hidden side pockets
        • Voluminous skater silhouette, mini-length hem
        • Runs true to size

         

        Where to Wear:

        School dances, weddings, bridal shower, engagement party, reception dress, rehearsal dinner, birthdays, milestone celebrations, black tie events

        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000060

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $99.90

        Availability: In Stock

        Available Color: IVORY

        Available Size: XS, S

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      • Lorena Satin Strapless Skater Dress

        Special Occasion

        You'll adore the cute flirty flair the Lorena satin formal dress gives you with its short pleated skater silhouette! The strapless sweetheart neckline features ruching at the bust that continues down the sides of the bodice for a chic look.

        Fit & Features

        • Premium satin fabric, tulle and woven linings
        • Strapless sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
        • Ruched bust and bodice
        • Back zipper closure
        • High waist seam
        • Short skater silhouette, pleating
        • Runs true to size

         

        Where to Wear:

        Graduations, birthday parties, dressed up dinners, and chic brunches.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2718

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $69.90

        Availability: In Stock

        Available Color: LIGHT, BLUE, SAGE

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

      • Julie Sequin Scoop Neck Ruffle Dress

        Special Occasion

        Radiant the dance floor lights in the Julie sequin formal dress perfect for cocktail parties and celebrations! She features long sleeves, a scoop neck, a flirty front ruffle trim, and a short bodycon silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a sequin fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and moderate stretch. Style with platform heels to complete your party look!

        Fit & Features

        • Long sleeves, scoop neck
        • Front ruffle trim
        • Back zipper closure
        • Bodycon silhouette
        • Mini-length hem
        • Sequin fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
        • Fits true to size

        Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1529

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $29.97 $69.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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      • Velvet Vibe Mini Dress

        Issa vibe  Up your look with a pair of eye-catching rhinestone heels! 

        Fits & Features

        • Spaghetti Straps
        • Deep V Neckline With Wire Trim I Vertical Darts At The Bust
        • Sweetheart Back 
        • Mini Length Silhouette
        • Smooth Velvet Fabric 
        • Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch 
        • Zipper Not Included 

        Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small. 

          Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0736

          Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

          Price: $9.97 $36.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

          Product Badge:
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        • Ruffle Some Feathers Mini Dress
          Ruffle some feathers in this sexy mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a square back, and a short, mid-thigh length hem with flirty feather detailing. The satin-like fabric has minimal stretch.

          Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0554

          Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

          Price: $9.97 $52.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

          Product Badge:
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        • Heat Up The Night Mini Dress

          Light up the night in a dazzling mini to show off your curves girl! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a high neck with racer bust, sparkling heat stones with gemstones set in a geometric pattern and a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure. 

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

           

           

          Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0228

          Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

          Price: $9.97 $44.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

          Product Badge:
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        • Rochelle Ruffled Sheer Lace Formal Mini Dress

          Special Occasion

          Showcase your eye-catching beauty in the Rochelle formal mini dress, a gorgeous staple for brides-to-be! Crafted with airy sheer lace fabric with a partial knit lining, she brings that effortlessly chic allure and feminine charm. She features a sleeveless cowl neckline with pleated detailing and a built-in padded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to an open cross-back design, a stunning sheer corset-inspired waist with flexible boning for structure, and a tiered ruffled A-line silhouette. Complete your look with rhinestone heels.

          Show off your style in this standout dress. Feeling the short and chic vibe? Discover more fashion-forward short prom dresses or elevate your style with our formal dresses.

          Fit & Features

          • Sheer lace fabric with partial knit lining, minimal stretch
          • Pleated cowl neckline, padded bust
          • Adjustable spaghetti straps
          • Open back, cross-back design, zipper with hook and eye closure
          • Sheer corset waist, flexible boning
          • Tiered ruffled A-line silhouette
          • Runs true to size

          Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2184

          Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

          Price: $19.97 $79.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

          Product Badge:
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        • Ruched And Ready Mock Neck Mini Dress

          You'll be ruched and ready to go in this posh mock neck mini dress!

          Fit & Features

          • Mock neckline
          • Hidden back zipper | Hook and eye closure
          • Long sleeves | Elastic banded hems
          • Ruched skirt detailing | Ties at the hem
          • Knit skirt lining
          • Short, form hugging fit
          • Chiffon fabric

          Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0657

          Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

          Price: $18.97 $48.90

          On Sale: Yes

          Availability: Out of Stock

          Product Badge:
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        • Scoop Neck Velvet Mini Dress

          Be a vision in velvet with this smooth and sexy dress!

          Fits & Features

          • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
          • Square Back I Scoop Neckline
          • Structured, Lined Cups
          • Mini Length Silhouette
          • Smooth Velvet
          • Form-Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
          • Zipper & Hook And Eye Closure At Back 

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

            Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0651

            Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

            Price: $9.97 $39.90

            On Sale: Yes

            Availability: Out of Stock

            Product Badge:
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          • Stripes Stunner Velvet Mini Dress

            Stun them all with stand out stripes! The mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps and a sexy waist cut out that leads to a mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a semi sheer velvet fabric with metallic stripes throughout. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure. 

            Model is 5'9" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

             

             

            Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0512

            Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

            Price: $9.97 $42.90

            On Sale: Yes

            Availability: Out of Stock

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          • Such A Beauty Mini Dress

            Girl, you're such a beauty, and this classically chic mini dress will make for the perfect 'fit. It features a sleeveless bodice, a V-neckline with a tie ruched bust detail, adjustable spaghetti straps, a square back with a hidden zipper and hook and eye closure, a trendy waist front cutout with a tie ruched detail, and a flowy skirt with an adorable ruffled mini-length hem. The short dress is composed of a woven fabric with minimal stretch. Style with a cute pair of mules.

            Fit & Features

            • Sleeveless bodice, V-neckline, tie ruched bust
            • Adjustable spaghetti straps
            • Square back, hidden zipper, hook and eye closure
            • Waist front cutout, tie ruched detail
            • Flowy skirt, ruffled mini-length hem
            • Woven fabric, minimal stretch
            • Runs true to size

            Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0263

            Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

            Price: $18.97 $46.90

            On Sale: Yes

            Availability: Out of Stock

            Product Badge:
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          • Strike Of Midnight Glitter Mini Dress
            Anything is possible at the strike of midnight! This beautifully sparkling mini dress is designed with a strapless and straight neckline, a form fitting silhouette, and a mini hem that hits near mid thigh. Dress is fully lined with a smooth knit material, and outer is composed of a sheer mesh material that offers moderate stretch , and showcases a mesmerizing glitter that reflects a midnight blue. Don't forget to pick up the matching long duster to complete your completely mesmerizing look!

            Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0385

            Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

            Price: $11.97 $28.90

            On Sale: Yes

            Availability: Out of Stock

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          • It Girl Mock Neck Mini Dress

            Be the it girl of your trendy squad in this adorable mini dress. It features a mock neck, long bubble style sleeves with cuffed hems, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a knit fabric with a knit lining and has plenty of stretch for comfortable wear.

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

            Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0036

            Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

            Price: $9.97 $34.90

            On Sale: Yes

            Availability: Out of Stock

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          • Dramatic Flair One Shoulder Dress

            Bring the drama with a high fashion flair! Make an entrance in this crepe one-shoulder mini dress featuring a sleeveless bodice, one tank-style strap with a chiffon-draped accent, a high waist seam, and a faux wrap bodycon skirt. Complete the look in rhinestone strappy heels.

            Fit & Features

            • Sleeveless, one-shoulder neckline
            • One tank-style strap, chiffon-draped accent
            • High waist seam
            • Bodycon silhouette
            • Faux wrap mini-length hem
            • Crepe fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
            • Runs true to size

            Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1665

            Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

            Price: $9.97 $48.90

            On Sale: Yes

            Availability: Out of Stock

            Product Badge:
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