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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.

  • Favorite 'Fit Knit Mini Dress
    Your new fave 'fit for sure. This ribbed knit mini dress features long fitted sleeves, a plunging V neckline with a front tie closure followed by a waist cut out, and a curve hugging skirt that hits mid thigh. The knit fabric offers plenty of stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0254

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $33.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Dream Life Mini Dress
    Live up that dream life in this hot pink mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, shoulder straps that lead to an exposed back gold zipper, a U neckline, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a shiny faux leather fabric that offers minimal stretch.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0055

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $38.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Kairi Formal Scroll Print Mini Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Light up the night as you glow in our Kairi dress! She features a burgundy hue, a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline with racer bust, padded cups, adjustable narrow straps and princess seams. Her bodice features a pretty scroll print composed of a mini beaded detail and glitter outline. Create a twirl worthy moment with her multi-tiered mini length silhouette. She is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4009

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • All Eyes On You Lace Tube Wrap Mini Dress

    Low effort, major impact—this lace mini does the most in the best way. The curve-loving fit and side tie detail give your night-out look that unforgettable vibe.

    Fit & Features

    • Lace lined fabric
    • Strapless tube neckline
    • Faux wrap skirt with tie detail
    • Bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000119

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $39.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLACK

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L

  • Ruching Into It Off Shoulder Mini Dress

    "Don't rush into a good thing"...but who's going to stop us if we're going to look bomb af in it? 

    Fits & Features

    • Off Shoulder Neckline I Interior No-Slip Tape At Front
    • Long Fitted Sleeves 
    • Self Ties At The Cuffs & Center Front Neckline
    • Mini Length Silhouette I Ruching Throughout 
    • Knit Fabric I Fully Lined
    • Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch 

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0748

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $17.97 $45.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Lattice Sides Suede Mini Dress

      YASSS she's so ready for a night out with her girls! Rev up your look with this fiery lace-up mini dress! 

      Fits & Features

      • Mock Neckline
      • Zipper Closure At Back 
      • Lattice Sides
      • Faux Suede Composition I Fully Lined
      • Form-Hugging Fit 
      • 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: 05103-0388

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $14.97 $36.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Marleen Sequin Pearl Bow Mini Dress

      Special Occasion

      Delicate yet daring, the Marleen mini dress was made for that enchanted evening glow, with sequin faux pearl embellishments, a sleek bodycon silhouette, and romantic bow-tied spaghetti straps. 

      Fit & Features

      • Sequin, faux pearl embellished, bow pattern, stretchy knit lining
      • Scoop neckline, padded bra cups
      • Spaghetti strap bow ties
      • Low-cut back, lower zipper and hook-eye closure
      • Bodycon silhouette
      • Mini-length hem
      • Runs true to size

       

      Where to Wear:

      Homecoming, weddings, bachelorettes, bridal showers, engagement parties, rehearsal dinner, birthdays, date night, anniversaries, receptions, cocktail parties, rooftop hotel bars

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000135

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $79.90

      Availability: In Stock

      Available Color: WHITE

      Available Size: XS, S, M, L

      Product Badge:
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    • Keep It Edgy Faux Leather Mini Dress

      Life's all about being spontaneous. Add this edgy little dress to your cart. You can thank us later 

      Fits & Features

      • High Neckline Design 
      • Cord Shoulder Straps 
      • Princess Seams Along The Front
      • Square Back With Zipper 
      • Mini Length Silhouette
      • PU Composition I Fully Lined
      • Form-Hugging Fit I Minimal Stretch 

       

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0597

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $33.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Snake Print Ruffle Mini Dress
      Ruffle up the style game with this on trend snake print mini dress. It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps that lead to a halter back, a deep V neckline, and a high waist seam with a tiered, ruffled flowy skirt. The dress is composed of a chiffon fabric with a woven lining and has no stretch.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0386

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $49.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Tied To Style Mini Dress
      Make sure your look is totally tied to style with this adorable mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, tie shoulder spaghetti straps, a partial wrap front V neckline, vertical seam detailing down the bust, a square back, a high waist seam, and a short, form hugging fit. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch and includes a knit lining.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0183

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $33.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Sequined Sweetheart Mini Dress

      You'll be best dressed in this sparkly sequin dress!

      Fits & Features

      • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
      • Sweetheart Neckline With Padded Cups
      • Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure At Back
      • Floral Lace With Smooth Knit Lining I Sequin Detailing Throughout
      • Mini Length Silhouette
      • Body-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: 05103-0390

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $42.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Light Up The Night Mini Dress
      Light up the night with this sultry mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a V neckline, ruched detailing with a tie front followed by a front waist cut out, a square back, ruching down each side, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a stretchy knit fabric 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: 05103-0172

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $32.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Emerald City Cutout Mini Dress
      Journey far and wide in this flirty, feminine mini dress. Dress features gathered ties at front and side, a waist cutout, ruffle detail at hem and gathered cap sleeves, and a back zip closure. Dress is lined and made from a lightweight woven fabric with little to no stretch.

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0131

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $18.94 $46.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Square Neck Leather Mini Dress
      Step out in a mini with style! Featuring a square neckline with rounded edges, tank straps, and a form fitting silhouette. Dress is composed of a knit inner lining and a coated faux leather outer that offers moderate stretch. Hem hits mid thigh.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0476

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $30.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Slay The Day Mini Dress

      Slay the day with sultry style in this dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a high neck with back button closures, a back keyhole cut out, sheer mesh insets along the front, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch.

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0085

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $12.97 $32.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • Chic And Sassy Mini Dress

      Get a chic yet still sassy look with this trendy printed mini! The dress features a mock neck, back button closures at the neck followed by a keyhole cut out, long fitted sleeves with thumb holes, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a brushed knit fabric with plenty of stretch.

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

      Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0121

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $27.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Aliya Formal Rhinestone Fringe Mini Blazer Dress

      Special Occasion

      Chic with a trendy flair, the Aliya formal rhinestone fringe mini blazer dress will impress at parties. She features a V-neckline with a lapel collar, long fitted sleeves with shoulder pad detailing, a cropped front hem with an intricate rhinestone-embellished fringe trim, an alluring front waist cutout, a high-rise waist, a mini-length hem, and a form-hugging fit. The crepe fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete your posh formal 'fit with rhinestone earrings and strappy stilettos.

      Fit & Features

      • V-neckline, lapel collar, dual hook and eye front closures
      • Long fitted sleeves, shoulder pad details
      • Cropped front hem, rhinestone-embellished fringe trim
      • Front waist cutout, high-rise waist, hidden side zipper, hook and eye closure
      • Mini-length hem, form-hugging fit
      • Crepe fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
      • Bra-friendly design
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2025

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $9.97 $64.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Glow And Shine Sequin Mini Dress

      This sequin mini dress is giving us total glow goals bby! 

      Fit & Features 

      • Scoop Neckline
      • Draped Cowl Back
      • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
      • Sequin
      • Fully Lined Mesh
      • Form Hugging Fit | Moderate Stretch 
      • No Zipper 

       

       

       

       

       

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0666

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $19.97 $48.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

      Product Badge:
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    • Snake Believe PU Mini Dress

      Actually...this look is the real deal! Sss-sizzle away in our Snake Believe mini dress 

      Fits & Features

      • Narrow Spaghetti Straps
      • Scoop Neckline I Square Back 
      • Mini Length Silhouette
      • Lined, Patent PU Fabric With Snake Print Pattern Throughout
      • Curve-Hugging Fit I Plenty Of Stretch
      • Zipper Not Featured 

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0645

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $11.97 $29.90

      On Sale: Yes

      Availability: Out of Stock

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    • On The List Satin Mini Dress

      You are on top of the list for most fashionable tonight babe! This satin mini dress is a hot fire item that has people giving you the V.I.P treatment!

      Fit & Features

      • Scoop neckline
      • Spaghetti straps that cross over at the back
      • Form fitting silhouette 
      • Short hemline
      • Satin material
      • Moderate stretch
      • Rhinestone bar detailing center back

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

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0425

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $14.97 $38.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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      • Satin Satisfaction Sleeveless Mini Dress

        Satin is what you need to live the luxe life girl! This sexy mini features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps and a mini length silhouette with a mini side slit. Dress is composed of a satin fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a 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: 05101-0213

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $40.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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      • Sultry And Strappy Mini Dress
        This sultry and strappy mini dress will become your new LBD for sure! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps that cross and tie in the back, a square neckline, and side ruched detailing creating a high slit with an asymmetrical hem. The black dress is composed of a knit fabric with a form hugging style and plenty of stretch.

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

        Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3461

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $13.97 $34.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Faux-Ever Yours Mini Dress

        This faux fur dress was forever made to be yours! It features an off the shoulder neckline with a faux fur overlay, long sleeves, and a short, fitted look. The black dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers plenty of stretch, a flattering, form hugging fit, and includes a knit lining.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8374

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $15.97 $37.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

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      • Not So Basic Mini Dress

        Sure, you probably have your share of mini dresses. Now it's time for an of-the-moment upgrade! This ultra-chic mini features an off-the-shoulder elasticized neckline, gathered bodice and sleeves, a back zip, banded waist with back smocking, and pencil skirt with gather-drape detail. Dress is made from a mid-weight woven material with little to no stretch.

        Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0165

        Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

        Price: $9.97 $46.90

        On Sale: Yes

        Availability: Out of Stock

        Product Badge:
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