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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.

  • Naya One Shoulder Flower Applique Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    A pretty tulle flower applique with classy faux pearl embellishments adds a romantic allure to the Naya formal mini dress! She features a classic one-shoulder neckline, a fitted long sleeve with a shoulder pad, this mini dress exudes sophistication. The side waist cutout and bodycon silhouette enhance your figure, while the mini-length hem and crepe fabric add a touch of elegance. Complete the look with a glam rhinestone hair headband and heels for a dressy party or cocktail event!

    Fit & Features

    • One shoulder neckline, fitted long sleeve, shoulder pad
    • Side waist cutout
    • Tulle flower applique, faux pearl embellished
    • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
    • Strapless bra or pasties recommended
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2046

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $49.97 $99.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Wrapped In Satin Mini Dress

    Wrap yourself in charming satin to create a memorable look! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a cowl neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, cinching tie waist belt and an asymmetrical mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined satin fabric that offers a relaxed fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure. 

    Model is 5'8.5" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

     

     

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0376

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $48.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • All That Shine Metallic Mini Dress

    You were born to shine girl! This mini dress features a high round neckline, fitted long sleeves and dramatically draped cowl back. The slim fit fit bodice leads to a body-hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined metallic knit 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: 05103-0327

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $15.97 $39.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Golden Girl Heat Stone Mini Dress

    Glow on girl in this mini to make your highlight pop! This mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging scoop neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps. The slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. The semi-sheer mesh fabric is accented with sparkling heat stones throughout. Dress offers a moderate stretch and includes a back zipper closure. 

     

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0304

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $42.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Flirty Ruffle Mini Dress
    With a flirty ruffle overlay, this mini tube dress is so sassy! It features a sleeveless strapless square neckline and a short, form hugging fit. Dress is composed of a crepe fabric with moderate stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0247

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $33.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Glitz And Glitter Mini Dress
    Glimmer with all the glitz and glitter in this gorgeous mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a high crew neckline with halter straps, a back keyhole cut out and button closure, and a short, form hugging fit. The pink sparkly dress is composed of a sheer glitter mesh fabric with a full knit lining and offers moderate stretch. Glitter may transfer.

    Model is 5'6.5" with a 32" bust, 23.5" waist and 35" hips. She is wearing a size small.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3480

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $13.97 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Who's That Girl Mini Dress
    Turn heads and make them wonder in this sultry black mini dress! This LBD features a plunging sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps that lead to a deep square back, a body-hugging silhouette, and short leg slits on the sides.  

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0031

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $33.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Liz Formal Floral Two Piece Dress
    Special Occasion 

    Create a twirl worthy moment in florals! Liz features a royal blue crop top with an off the shoulder neckline, a wired sweetheart bust, padded cups and short sleeves. Her matching satin skirt features a high rise waist, hidden side pockets and a pink hued floral print. Top is composed of a form hugging fit crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch. Skirt includes a petticoat and offers a minimal stretch.

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

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05006-0520

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $79.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Kayleigh Sequin Sweetheart Party Dress

    Special Occasion

    This body-hugging beauty will have you glistening like never before! The Kayleigh sequin party dress features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, a built-in padded and underwire bust, a sexy bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The party dress is designed with an eye-catching sequin pattern on mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in strappy heels for a birthday or school dance!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Side zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Built-in padded and underwire bust
    • Bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
    • Sequin pattern, mesh fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • No bra required
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1636

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $59.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
    • Sale
  • Satin Cowl Neck Mini Dress

    Sleek, smooth, and totally elegant...we can't get enough of the satin trend either! 

    Fits & Features

    • Cowl Neckline
    • Spaghetti Straps 
    • Adjustable Criss Cross Ties At The Back 
    • Asymmetric Mini Length Silhouette
    • Fully Lined
    • No Zipper 

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0541

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $13.97 $35.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • Satin Snake Print Mini Dress
    Sleek with a chic snake print, this satin mini is a trendy find. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, bungee spaghetti straps, a square neck and back, and a short, curve hugging fit. The satin-like fabric has moderate stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0383

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.97 $26.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

    Product Badge:
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  • 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

    Product Badge:
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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

    Product Badge:
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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:
    • Clearance
  • Tracy Lace Corset Satin Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Made for the spotlight moment, the Tracy satin mini dress stuns with a sheer floral lace corset bodice adorned in beaded appliqué and sequins. Its sculpted silhouette and subtle slit create a look that’s equal parts elegant and unforgettable.

    Fit & Features

    • Satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Strapless sheer floral lace corset bodice, padded bra cups
    • Flexible boning, applique, beading, sequins
    • Back zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon fit
    • Slit mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Cocktail parties, birthday dinners, bachelorettes, glam soirees, Vegas, date nights, rooftop hotel bars

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000430

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $89.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLACK

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

    Product Badge:
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  • 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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    • Daring Luxe Velvet Bodycon Mini Tube Dress

      When luxe meets daring. This velvet tube mini dress brings all the allure with a sculpted fit and dramatic side sash—made for nights that deserve a little extra glam.

      Fit & Features

      • Velvet fabric, stretch knit lining, moderate stretch
      • Strapless straight-across neckline
      • Pleating
      • Side sash accent
      • Mini-length bodycon silhouette
      • Runs true to size

      Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000637

      Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

      Price: $36.90

      Availability: In Stock

      Available Color: HUNTER

      Available Size: XS, S, M, L

      Product Badge:
      • New Arrival
    • 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

      Product Badge:
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