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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.

  • 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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  • 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 Plus

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8650

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $15.44 $37.90

    On Sale: Yes

    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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  • Spark And Flirt Glitter Mesh Ruffle Mini Dress

    When the invite says “dress cute,” this halter mini dress is the move. The glitter mesh, flirty ruffles, and curve-loving A-line fit make it your instant party starter.

    Fit & Features

    • Sheer glitter mesh fabric with knit lining, high stretch
    • Sleeveless V-neckline
    • Halter tie-back straps, partially open back
    • Ruffle trim, front ruching
    • Mini-length A-line silhouette
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000470

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $45.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLACK

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L

  • 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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  • Priah Sequin Tiered Ruffle Party Dress

    Special Occasion

    A tiered ruffle design brings voluminous fun to the Priah party dress perfect for holiday parties and celebrations! She stuns in a sleeveless, cinch elasticized square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customizable fit, and a flowy short-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-patterned fabric with a satin woven lining that glistens under the light. Style with earrings and sparkly shoes to complete the look!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless, cinch elasticized square neckline
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Tiered, ruffle silhouette
    • Short-length hem
    • Sequin patterned fabric, satin woven lining, no stretch
    • Strapless or sticky bra recommended
    • Fits true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1550

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $89.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Cat Get Enough Velvet Leopard Mini Dress

    Okay, we're pretty obsessed too...sport the spots and flaunt that bod in this killer mini! 

    Fits & Features

    • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps 
    • V Neckline I Back Zip With Hook & Eye
    • Ruched Drawstring At The Side 
    • Mini Length Silhouette 
    • Lined, Velvet Fabric With Leopard Print Throughout 
    • Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0475

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $17.97 $44.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Cute Sensation Short Sleeve Cutout Mini Dress

      Treat your curves to this bodycon mini dress! This dress features short puff sleeves and cutout sides, adding a cute and sensational touch to your look for dressy occasions.

      Fit & Features

      • Mesh lined fabric
      • Short puff sleeves
      • Sweetheart neckline
      • Side cutout accents
      • Bodycon silhouette
      • Mini-length hem
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000296

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $38.90

      Availability: In Stock

      Available Color: BLACK

      Available Size: S, M, L

    • Luxe Energy Rhinestone Velvet Mini Dress

      Bring that luxe energy to your next night out in this glam rhinestone velvet mini dress! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a structured and padded bust that eliminates the need for a bra, an asymmetric sheer mesh insert at the waist for a sultry vibe that continues to the back, a front asymmetric rhinestone trim for added sparkle, adjustable spaghetti straps, a mini-length hem with a high-cut front slit, and a bodycon silhouette. The velvet fabric has a moderate stretch. Style with rhinestone platform heels!

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, structured and padded bust
      • Asymmetric sheer mesh insert at the waist, continues to the back
      • Front asymmetric rhinestone-embellished trim
      • Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
      • Mini-length hem, front slit, bodycon silhouette
      • Velvet fabric, moderate stretch
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5072

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $24.97 $54.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Flawless Beauty Mesh Mini Dress

      You've got that flawless beauty babe! Showcase that in this gorg mesh LBD! Pair with some rhinestone earrings and strappy mules.

      Fit & Features

      • High rounded neckline
      • Short sheer sleeves
      • Short, curve hugging fit | Sheer mesh panel at hem
      • Sheer mesh fabric | Lining

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1058

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $34.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Metallic Babe Midi Dress

      Be a total babe in this metallic midi stunner! The snake print dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a square back, side cut outs with bar strap detailing, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a metallic knit fabric that offers plenty of stretch and includes a short knit lining.

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0513

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $38.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Cami Formal Heat Stone Mini Dress

      Special Occasion 

      Create a magical evening in our shimmering Cami dress! Her heat stones twinkle from all your best angles! 

      Fits & Features 

      • Round Neckline 
      • Fitted Unlined Long Sleeves
      • Heat Stones | Diamond Pattern
      • Mesh 
      • Fully Lining
      • Back Zipper | Hook and Eye Closure 
      • Form Fit | Moderate Stretch

      Model is 5'9" 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: 05001-0207

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $27.97 $74.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Exude Elegance Satin Long Sleeve Mini Dress

      Exude elegance in this satin mini dress! Crafted from a subtle satin fabric, this mini-length dress features sheer mesh peasant long sleeves, a V-neckline, and a bodycon silhouette. With a wrap mini-length hem and pleating detail, it's the perfect pick for events and special occasions. Complete the look with earrings.

      Fit & Features

      • Sheer mesh peasant long sleeves
      • V-neckline
      • Bodycon silhouette
      • Wrap mini-length hem
      • Satin fabric, minimal stretch
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2641

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $44.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Ruched And Ready Neon Mini Dress
      Take on the night in this sexy mini dress! It features a neon green hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, narrow shoulder straps and a partially open back with ruched detailing. Dress is composed of a curve hugging mesh fabric with plenty of stretch.

      Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0080

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $10.00 $32.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Fresh And Flirty Skater Dress
      Create a fresh and flirty look with this adorable skater dress perf for the season! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline with a faux button down front, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. The dress is composed of a lined ivory crepe fabric with a fitted and flowy style.

      Model is 5'8" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 33.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3604

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $13.97 $35.90

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      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Korrie Floral Soutache Mini Dress

      Special Occasion

      Romantic and sculpted, the Korrie floral soutache mini dress features a plunging V-neckline, curve-tracing bodycon fit, and an open back with a delicate strap detail. Equal parts flirty and elegant, it’s made for nights that deserve to be remembered.

      Fit & Features

      • Textured floral soutache design, mesh-lined fabric
      • V-neckline, padded bra cups
      • Adjustable spaghetti straps
      • Flexible boning inserts
      • Open back with hook closure strap
      • Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
      • Runs true to size

       

      Where to Wear:

      Weddings, cocktail parties, date nights, engagement parties, birthday dinners, girls' nights, milestone celebrations

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000472

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $64.90

      Availability: In Stock

      Available Color: WINE, BLACK

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

    • Francesca Velvet Long Sleeve Open Back Mini Dress

      Special Occasion

      Flirty and bold, the Francesca velvet mini dress turns heads with sheer long sleeves, a daring open back, and ruched details that flatter every curve along the bodycon silhouette.

      Fit & Features

      • Velvet-lined fabric
      • Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
      • Sheer fitted long sleeves
      • Open back design
      • Ruched bodycon silhouette
      • Mini-length hem
      • Runs true to size

       

      Where to Wear:

      HOCO, birthdays, bachelorettes, cocktail parties, milestone celebrations, romantic date nights

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000444

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $54.90

      Availability: In Stock

      Available Color: BLACK

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

    • Beaded Beauty Satin Mini Dress

      You'll be at the center of the dance floor all night long in this stunning satin dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline with a wrap-front design, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a high waist seam, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette with a side slit with gorgeous fringe beading. Style with clear heels.

      Fit & Features

      • Sleeveless V-neckline, wrap-front design
      • Adjustable spaghetti straps
      • High waist seam, back zipper, hook and eye closure
      • Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
      • Side slit, fringe beading
      • Smooth satin fabric, moderate stretch
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1765

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $49.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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