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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.

  • Slay It With Style Mini Dress
    Slay your look with so much style in this sexy little black mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, spaghetti straps, a scoop neckline, an open back, seam detailing, and a short, form hugging fit to flatter your curves. The dress is composed of a shiny latex fabric that offers moderate stretch.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0218

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $34.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Elisa Formal Floral Jacquard Bubble Hem Skater Dress

    Special Occasion

    Create a dreamy look worthy of your next formal affair in the Elisa floral jacquard bubble hem skater dress! She features a strapless sweetheart neckline with a padded bust, a chic corset-designed bodice with flexible boning detail, a high waist seam, a short skater skirt with pleated detailing, a fabulous bubble hem, and a fit and flare silhouette. The luxe woven fabric features a lovely floral jacquard pattern with a gold stitched trim. Complete your gorgeous look in this short dress with a dainty rhinestone necklace and stiletto heels.

    Fit & Features

    • Strapless sweetheart neckline, built-in padded bust
    • Corset-designed bodice, flexible boning detail, back zipper, hook and eye closure
    • High waist seam, short pleated skater skirt, elastic bubble hem
    • Fit and flare silhouette
    • Floral jacquard pattern, gold stitched trim
    • Woven fabric, smooth woven lining, no stretch
    • No bra required
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2056

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $29.97 $64.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sleek Satin Snake Print Mini Dress

    Sleek as it is sexy, this snake print mini was made for nights out. The dress features a collar, a half button down front, long sleeves with buttons to cuff, and a wrap, tie front detail with a mid-thigh length hem. The garment is composed of a lightweight satin-like fabric 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: 05101-0418

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $48.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Very Necessary Crepe Mini Dress
    You've got your essentials, and then you have the pieces that you can always count on. This little black mini is one of them! Dress features a darted bodice with deep V, back zip, and architectural structured short sleeves, and a seamed slim pencil skirt. Dress is made from a lightweight woven material with moderate stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0352

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $45.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Golden Glow Mini Dress
    Get your glow on girl! Radiate golden hour in this perfect mini. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, an adorable tie front V neckline, a square back, a waist front cut out, a hidden side zipper and hook and eye closure, and a flowy skirt with a ruffle hem. The dress is composed of a lightweight woven fabric with a sheer skirt lining and has no stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0262

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $46.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Show It Off Backless Mini Dress
    Show off with confidence in this sexy little black mini dress! It features a deep V neckline, narrow shoulder straps that lead to a plunging lace V back, a wrap and pleated detail on the front of the bodice, and a body-hugging fit throughout. Dress is composed of a stretchy crepe fabric. 

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0007

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Here For A Good Time Cut Out Mini Dress

    Okay, party babe! This mini dress is all about making sure you look and feel good! 

    Fits & Features 

    • Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
    • Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure 
    • V Neckline I Padded Bust 
    • Mini Length Silhouette 
    • Side Cut Outs With Bar Accents & Studded Rhinestones 
    • Nylon Fabric 
    • Curve Hugging I Moderate Stretch 

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0775

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Crochet Bae Mini Dress
    Bae is lookin' fire tonight! This black mini dress features a lined crochet bodice with a scalloped V neckline, spaghetti straps, a square back with an exposed zipper closure, and a high waist seam leading to a body-hugging ponte knit skirt. 

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3611

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $44.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Light Up The Night Neon Dress
    Light up the night in this fun mini dress! It features a neon yellow hue, a square neckline, narrow shoulder straps and a curve hugging fit to showcase your curves! Dress is composed of a double lined smooth knit fabric that offers a moderate stretch.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0058

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $33.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Brighten Up My Day Mini Dress
    Brighten up the day with this pretty yellow mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, halter straps with a racer back with a keyhole cut out and a back button closure, seam detailing, and a short, asymmetrical hem. The dress is composed of a crepe fabric that offers moderate stretch.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0023

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $29.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Bell Sleeve Mini Dress

    Keep it sweet and charming in this pretty mini! It features a mock neck, bell sleeves and a mini length silhouette. The back features a small keyhole with a double button closure. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0198

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $13.97 $35.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Vixen Side Stripe Mini Dress

    Channel the look of your fave '90s-era cool girls in this of-the-moment mini. Dress features spaghetti straps, a square neckline, and stripes running vertically from bust to hem at either side. Dress slips on and  is made from an ultra-soft woven material with moderate stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05102-0044

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $24.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sheryl Lace Corset Satin Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Built for those slow-motion entrances, the Sheryl mini dress moves with a soft, liquid glow—its satin fabric skimming every curve with quiet confidence. The embellished corset bodice and bodycon silhouette add just the right mix of romance and refinement for any occasion that calls for dressing up beautifully.

    Fit & Features

    • Satin-lined fabric, minimal stretch
    • Sweetheart neckline, built-in underwire padded bust
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Side zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Embellished lace corset bodice, flexible boning
    • Bodycon silhouette, satin mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Birthdays, bachelorettes, date night, Vegas, cocktail parties, rooftop hotel bars, glam red carpet events

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000537

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $79.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLACK

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L

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  • Ravishing Ruffles Mini Dress

    Keep it lovely in pretty ruffles! This twirl worthy dress is perfect for creating a chic look!

    Fit & Features

    • Off The Shoulder Neckline 
    • Tiered Ruffles
    • Brushed Knit
    • Wide Shorts Lining
    • Lined
    • Relaxed Fit
    • Moderate Stretch 

     


    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0592

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $49.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Seraphina Glitter Velvet Lace-Up Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    A little luxe, a little daring—the Seraphina glitter velvet mini dress shines with a strapless neckline, lace-up back, and flirty slit accent. Made to catch the light and command the room, it’s your go-to for nights that deserve sparkle.

    Fit & Features

    • Glitter velvet fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Strapless neckline, padded bra cups
    • Lace-up back, zipper and hook-eye closure
    • Bodycon fit, front slit
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Birthdays, bachelorettes, cocktail parties, fancy date nights, Vegas, girl's night, rooftop hotel bars

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000477

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $64.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLACK

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

  • I Think It's Love Off-The-Shoulder Mini Dress

    A mini dress that effortlessly combines sultry and glam! Strut into any party or event in this stunning dress boasting an off-the-shoulder neckline to show some skin and a ruched bodycon silhouette that fits like a glove.

    Fit & Features

    • Smooth knit fabric, moderate stretch
    • Off-the-shoulder neckline, U-wired insert
    • Back zipper closure
    • Ruched bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000445

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $49.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: ROSE

    Available Size: S, M, L

  • Maizie Taffeta Faux Pearl Button A-Line Dress

    Special Occasion

    For a cute yet elevated party look, the Maizie taffeta dress is the one you're after! She features a sleeveless crew neckline, exquisite faux pearl button-down back closures, hidden side pockets for keeping your hands warm, and a flattering A-line silhouette with a flirty ruffled short-length hem. The dress is crafted from a shimmery taffeta woven fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look for dressy birthdays or celebrations with a chic embellished headband and block heels!

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless crew neckline
    • Faux pearl button-down back closures
    • Hidden side pockets
    • A-Line silhouette, ruffled short-length hem
    • Shimmery taffeta woven fabric, stretchy knit lining
    • Bra-friendly design
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2071

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $69.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Sleeveless Faux Leather Metallic Dress

    Keep it sleek with head turning faux leather girl! This mini dress is what you need for your next night out! 

    Fit & Features 

    • V-Neckline 
    • Tank Straps
    • Faux Leather 
    • Metallic Finish 
    • Lined
    • Form Hugging Fit 
    • Slight Stretch 


    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0505

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $9.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Frankie Velvet Rhinestone Cowl Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Made for your spotlight moment, the Frankie mini dress turns every entrance into an event. Crafted in luxe velvet with rhinestone embellishments, this cowl neck mini dress drapes effortlessly over a ruched bodycon silhouette that flatters from every angle—perfect for that unforgettable night out.

    Fit & Features

    • Rhinestone-embellished, velvet-lined fabric, moderate stretch
    • Cowl neckline, padded bra cups
    • Adjustable spaghetti straps
    • Side ruched seams
    • Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Cocktail soiree, bachelorettes, holiday party, upscale date nights, birthdays, dressy milestone celebrations

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000474

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $59.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: WINE, NAVY

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

  • Flirty Flair Ruffle Trim Bodycon Mini Dress

    Bring the flirty flair to your date night look with this trendy ruffle trim bodycon mini dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline with an adorable ruffled trim, spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette that will hug your curves, and a mini-length hem with long ruffled accent trims that cascade down the side. The smooth-lined knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style with strappy stilettos.

    Fit & Features

    • Sleeveless V-neckline, ruffled trim
    • Spaghetti straps
    • Curve-hugging bodycon silhouette
    • Mini-length hem, long ruffled accent trims
    • Lined knit fabric
    • Plenty of stretch
    • Runs true to size

    Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2540

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $19.97 $36.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Neon Appeal Mini Dress
    Make a flirty appeal in neon! This must have mini dress features a neon coral hue, a square neckline, narrow shoulder straps and a mini length. The fitted dress is composed of a lined scuba fabric that offers a moderate stretch. 

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

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0094

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $10.00 $27.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Hayden Halter Lace-Up Mini Dress

    Special Occasion

    Flirt with the spotlight in the Hayden embroidered mini dress, designed with a high halter neckline and an open lace-up back that wows from every angle. Its textured floral finish adds just the right touch of luxe.

    Fit & Features

    • Embroidered woven-lined fabric
    • High halter neckline
    • Open lace-up back design
    • Bodycon fit, mini-length hem
    • Runs true to size

     

    Where to Wear:

    Homecoming, weddings, engagement parties, baby showers, bridal showers, fancy brunches, birthdays, milestone celebrations, cocktail soirees

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000255

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $79.90

    Availability: In Stock

    Available Color: BLUE

    Available Size: XS, S, M, L

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  • Kali Satin Heat Stone Dress
    Special Occasion

    Wrap yourself in elegance as you bring the shine to the evening in our glam Kali dress! She features a rich burgundy color, a daring wrap V neckline, fitted long sleeves and a narrow waistband seam accent. Her waist leads to an asymmetrical mini length silhouette that reaches a mid-thigh length. The gold heat stones are set in a vertical stripe pattern to flatter curves. Dress is composed of a satin-like fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Dress is lined with a smooth knit fabric. Includes a back zipper closure with hook and eye closure.

    Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4122

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $22.97 $54.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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  • Werk It Mini Dress
    Yes girl, werk it and serve looks in this sultry mini! The dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a sweetheart neckline with padded and structured cups, a square back with an exposed zipper closure, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a smooth knit fabric that offers moderate stretch.

    Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0183

    Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses

    Price: $14.97 $37.90

    On Sale: Yes

    Availability: Out of Stock

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