Short Cocktail Dresses
Elevate your night out look in these gorgeous short cocktail dresses. Perfect for semi-formal weddings, birthday soirees, or a romantic date night, these mini dresses come in classic black, bold red, flirty pink, and timeless white. Choose from bodycon to A-line or drop waist silhouettes, with luxe fabrics like satin, sequins, and glitter mesh. Details like corset bodices, strapless, and off-the-shoulder necklines make these dresses your go-to for a stylish evening out.
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Short Cocktail Dresses
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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.
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Taryn Tulle Taffeta Party Dress
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Pretty, polished, and primed to party, our Taryn dress will be a hit on your next night out! She features adjustable spaghetti straps leading to an X back, a lightly padded, seamed V bodice with back zip, and an A-line skirt with pockets and volume-building tulle underlay. Taryn is fully lined and made from a shiny taffeta material with moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0061
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $22.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sophia Velvet A-Line Mini Dress
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A moment of modern romance, the Sophia mini dress captivates with its strapless velvet bodice and flirty rosette tulle hem. Designed in a sculpted A-line silhouette, it’s the kind of dress that turns every entrance into an occasion.
Fit & Features
- Luxe velvet fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Flexible boning inserts along the bodice
- A-line silhouette
- Rosette tulle trim mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Weddings, holiday parties, cocktail soirees, engagement parties, formal celebrations, anniversaries, date nights, fashion-forward events, formal dances, luxe receptions
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000594
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Product Badge:- New Arrival
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Harper Satin Corset Side Drape Mini Dress
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The Harper mini formal dress is a showstopper in motion—sleek satin meets sculpted romance. Its strapless corset bodice features floral appliqué detailing that catches the light just right, while a dramatic side sash cascades effortlessly for that couture-inspired finish. Equal parts elegant and daring, this mini is made for unforgettable nights.
Fit & Features
- Stretch satin fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, pleated padded bra cups
- Corset structured bodice, flexible boning, beaded applique
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem with a side sash drape
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Cocktail receptions, gala after-parties, holiday soirees, bridal celebrations, engagement photoshoots, fancy dinner parties, birthday nights, red-carpet inspired events, bachelorettes, New Year's Eve festivities
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000499
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $99.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK, WHITE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Sultry Finish Velvet Mini Dress
Soft, sleek, and a little daring. This velvet tube mini brings classic glam with a satin-trimmed ruffle and side slit—made for nights when you’re feeling bold but effortless.
Fit & Features
- Soft velvet-lined fabric with stretch
- Strapless neckline
- Bodycon fit
- Side slit accent and satin-trimmed ruffle
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000592
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $40.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- New Arrival
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City Heat Faux Leather Corset Mini Dress
For nights that call for confidence and a little chaos. This coated halter mini brings a sleek, liquid-shine finish and corset-inspired fit that was made to move on a night downtown.
Fit & Features
- Coated faux leather fabric
- Halter plunge neckline
- Corset-structured bodice
- Bodycon fit
- Mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-000613
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Short And Sweet Crepe Mini Dress
Keep the night short and sweet in this fab mini dress! It features a v-neckline, balloon long sleeves, and a wrap-fitted bodice on a bodycon silhouette. Composed of a crepe fabric. Style with sparkly statement earrings.
Fit & Features
- V-neckline
- Balloon long sleeves
- Wrap-fitted bodice
- Bodycon silhouette
- Short length hem
- Crepe fabric, moderate stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1297
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Imani Get Your Attention Mini Dress
Special OccasionMake your entrance and grab everyone's attention in this vibrant Imani orange mini dress! She features a mock neckline, sheer mesh sleeves, an exposed back zipper closure, and all over trendy heat stones for the perfect party look. Imani offers a body-hugging fit and is composed of a lined mesh fabric.
Model is 5'8.5 with a 32" bust, 24" waist, and 35" hips. She is wearing as size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4088
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Casey Formal Heat Stone Mini Dress
Special OccasionDazzle and shine as you make a diva-worthy entrance in our Casey dress! She features a white hue, a plunging V neckline, narrow adjustable straps that cross at the back and a mini length skirt. Her all over heat stones are all you need to make a glam entrance! Dress is composed of a lined mesh 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.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4051
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Alia Formal Sequin Mini Dress
Special OccasionStand out in sequins as you shimmer under the lights! Alia features a combination yellow with beige color, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline and all over sequin scroll print. She is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure and knit lining.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4066
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.00 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Briella Formal Beaded Mini Dress
Special OccasionBring the glamour in our standout Briella dress! She features a sleeveless bodice, a square neckline with racer bust, a double row strap accent and a mini length silhouette. Her all mini beaded design is set in a baroque-inspired geometric pattern to make her a true one of a kind! She is composed of a lined smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a minimal 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.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4048
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $48.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Juliana Formal Heat Stone Mini Dress
Special OccasionTurn up the heat on your next evening in our dazzling Julian dress! She features a mock neck, fitted long sleeves and a playful mini length silhouette. She features an all over lined natural hue adorned with green foliage and sparkling heatstones. Dress is composed of smooth knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3987
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $32.97 $89.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Lyla Formal Heat Stone Mini Dress
Special OccasionRadiate and sparkle as you bring the glam to your next evening out! Lyla features a sleeveless bodice, a high round neckline with double button closure at the nape of the neck and a racer bust. Her back features an open design to show off plenty of skin and leads to a lower back zipper closure. Her slim fit bodice leads to a mini length silhouette. She is composed of a lined semi-sheer mesh fabric adorned with heat stones and gemstones! Dress offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3845
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Zoey Formal Lurex Party Dress
Special OccasionShine in confidence as you sparkle in our gleaming Zoey dress! She features a luxe gold hue, a sleeveless bodice, a wrap V neckline, adjustable narrow straps and a ruched bodice. Her slim fit waist leads to a twirl worthy party length silhouette. Dress is composed of a dazzling lined lurex fabric. She offers a relaxed with plenty of stretch.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4055
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Paisley Formal Embroidered Mini Dress
Special OccasionMake a sweet charming entrance in our breathtaking Paisley dress! She features an all over gray hue, a sleeveless bodice, a sweetheart neckline, a built in no strip, adjustable narrow straps and built in boning. Her bodice features piping details and leads to a mini length silhouette. She is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with embroidered floral details and dazzling sequins. She offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3998
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $26.00 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Eliza Formal Heat Stone Dress
Special OccasionShine like one in a million as you dazzle in our Eliza dress! She features a round neckline, long fitted sleeves and and contrasting color blocking stripes that run along the sides. Dress is composed of a mesh fabric that is adorned with sparkling heat stone accents for plenty of shine!
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4049
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Danielle Formal Heat Stone And Pearl Dress
Special OccasionRadiate your rare, one of a kind beauty in our dazzling Danielle dress! She features an all over black hue, a sleeveless bodice, a round neckline and a mini length silhouette. The all over assortment of luxe pearls and heat stone embellishments are set in a stunning baroque design. Dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a slight stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3989
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $34.00 $79.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jaelyn Formal Open Back Glitter Dress
Special OccasionEnchant as you create a magical impression in our breathtaking Jaelynn dress! She features a plunging V neckline, ruffled cap sleeves and an open back with a single button closure at the nape of the neck. Her slim fit bodice leads to twirl worthy mini length silhouette! She is composed of a lined mesh fabric adorned with a vintage inspired baroque design and glitter accents throughout! Dress offer a relaxed fit with minimal stretch and includes a back zipper closure.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4024
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Alexia Fab Fringed Dress
Special OccasionHave fun and look extra fab in our rose gold Alexia dress! Get Gatsby ready with a deep V neckline, adjustable narrow shoulder straps, a subtle high waist seam, a straight across square back with an exposed back zipper closure, and a slim fit. Alexia is decorated in beaded diamond patterns with sequin accents for that added sparkle you love!
Model is 5'7 with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3974
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Deandra Precious Heat Stone Bodycon Dress
Special OccasionDeandra shows off the precious little diamond that you are in dazzling heat stones! Her flattering V neckline complements your bust while her long, narrow sleeves give your arms a slender look. Her fitted appearance is composed of a sheer, black mesh fabric that features a geometric embellishment and includes a black, short dress lining.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3985
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Jayne It's Showtime Sequin Dress
Special OccasionWhen it's time to show off, slip on our black Jayne dress and it's showtime! She features a turtle neck, an exposed back zipper closure, feather accents on the shoulders, fitted long sleeves and sequins throughout for added sparkle and glam. Jayne includes a bandeau and brief knit lining and is composed of a sheer mesh fabric with minimal stretch.
Model is 5'7 with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3915
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $52.41 $99.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance