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 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.
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Chic Moment Mesh Bodycon Mini Dress
Have a chic and stylish moment in this mesh bodycon mini dress, perf for your next night out. It features an off-the-shoulder neckline with a fold-over detail, sheer long fitted sleeves, ruched detailing, and a short, form-hugging fit that will hug your curves. Complete the look with rhinestone statement earrings and strappy heels.
Fit & Features
- Off-the-shoulder neckline, fold-over detail
- Sheer long fitted sleeves
- Ruching
- Mini-length, form-hugging silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3905
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $40.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Major Obsession Ruched Mini Dress
This sultry ruched mini dress will be your new major obsession! It features a sleeveless wrap-front V-neckline, spaghetti straps, ruched detailing, and a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette. Style this dress with clear heels for your next girl's night out!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless wrap-front V-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Ruching
- Short, form-hugging fit
- Knit fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-2599
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $29.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Marcy Glitter Bow Mini Party Dress
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Dazzle from every angle in the sleek and stunning Marcy glitter mini party dress! Turn heads at weddings, school dances, and formal cocktail parties. She features a strapless, square neckline with non-slip grip lining, a hidden side zipper closure, and front and back pleat and ruching that creates the illusion of an hourglass figure. She stuns from the back with her flirty big bow tie with a dramatic train that glides against the floor. The formal dress is composed of a glitter woven fabric with a sewn-in knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete your dressy look in metallic heels and jewelry!
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Strapless square neckline, non-slip grip lining
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Hidden side zipper, hook and eye closure
- Front and back pleat/ruching, bodycon fit, mini-length hem
- Detachable back bow with train
- Glitter woven fabric, sewn-in knit lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1556
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $76.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLUSH, LIGHT, BLUE, BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Sabina Sequin Mesh Party Dress
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You'll be the hit of the night in the captivating Sabina party dress decorated with shimmering sequins for a major glow! She features a sleeveless cowl neckline, sleek bungee spaghetti straps that cross in the back, an empire waistband, and a short skater silhouette. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-embroidered mesh fabric with a knit lining and minimal stretch. Complete your dressy look in strappy heels and a clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, bungee spaghetti straps
- Strapless or adhesive bra friendly
- Back zipper closure, empire waistband
- Skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Sequin-embroidered mesh, knit lining, minimal stretch
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1050
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Pretty In Pleats Wrap Mini Dress
Wrap yourself in a pretty pleated dress for a head-turning look! Create a charming bridal shower outfit with this pleated beauty. The dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging V neckline with vertical princess seams, spaghetti straps that offer support, and a narrow waistband that leads to a wrap mini length silhouette with pleated detailing. The back features a floral lace accent and a lower back keyhole. The dress is composed of a lace and crepe fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete your look with dazzling rhinestone earrings and clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless v-neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Wrap mini length silhouette
- Pleats
- Floral lace back
- Composed of crepe and lace fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch
Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 24 waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0285
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Rita Glitter Strappy Back Party Dress
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All at once, the Rita party dress brings sultry style to bachelorettes or dressy Vegas clubs! She features a sweet and sleeveless sweetheart neckline, a padded bust, spaghetti straps that create the strappy open back design with dual hook and eye closures, side ruched seams that flatter your gorgeous curves, and a bodycon silhouette and mini-length hem. The dress is composed of a glitter fabric that sparkles under the light and has a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with stunning platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded bust
- Spaghetti straps, open strappy back, dual hook-eye closures
- Side ruched seams, bodycon silhouette, mini-length hem
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Glitter fabric, stretchy knit lining
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1912
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $45.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Anabelle Feather Corset Party Dress
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For dance queens or bachelorettes looking to make a memorable entrance, the Anabelle mini party dress will have all eyes on you! She features a strapless mesh corset bodice with feather trim, flexible boning, sequin and bead embroidery, and a flattering bodycon silhouette with a mini-length hem. The party dress is composed of partial-crepe fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look in this mini dress with statement heels.
Fit & Features
- Strapless corset bodice, feather trim, non-slip grip
- Flexible boning, back zipper, and hook-eye closure
- Sequin and bead embroidery on mesh fabric
- Bodycon, short-length hem
- Partial crepe fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1411
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $84.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Cross Over Skater Dress
Make a smooth transition between the seasons! This lovely navy blue dress features an off the shoulder neckline with a cross over front, an exposed zipper closure, a sweet skater skirt and knit heathered fabric with a moderate stretch.Model is 5'7" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-7164
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Seemingly Stunning Mini Dress
Stun and shine the night away! This mini is a gorgeous show stopper.
Fits & Features
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Crew Neck
- Sheer Long Sleeves
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Mesh Knit Fabric With Heat Stone Embellishments I Fully Lined
- Heat Stones Showcase Belted Design At Waist
- Form-Fitting
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3607
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $64.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Crew Neck
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Frida Satin Party Dress
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Babe we love you in satin! Our Frida cocktail dress is sweet and seductive. She showcases a straight neckline with skinny spaghetti straps that cross in the back and cross again, giving you the ability to tighten her up. Her fitted bodice has inserted padded cups and a banded waist. Her skirt meets bodice at high waist and offers a flow that makes it easy to move around in, and has a lower back zipper closure. Her satin like material has a beautiful sheen, and offers no stretch. Dress is fully lined and includes pockets!
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0082
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $20.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Erin Formal Glitter Party Dress
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Create a twirl-worthy moment in a party dress that brings the sparkle! Erin features a sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups, vertical princess seams at the bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a plunging U-shaped back with pleated trim. The slim-fit bodice leads to a flared mini-length silhouette accented with hidden side pockets. The dress is composed of a lined woven glitter fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete the look with rhinestone heels and rhinestone earrings for maximum shine.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, padded cups
- Princess seams, adjustable spaghetti straps
- U-shaped back with pleated trim
- Mini length silhouette
- Hidden side pockets
- Lined woven glitter fabric
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0608
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $59.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Renata Formal Heat Stone Illusion Mini Dress
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Step out with a formal dress that enchants with stunning details for your formal event. Renata features a mock neck, long sleeves, a sheer illusion waist with flexible boning, sparkling heat stones throughout, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a partially lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with door knocker earrings.
Fit & Features
- Mock neck
- Long sheer fitted sleeves
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Illusion waist, flexible boning
- Heat stones
- Mini-length silhouette
- Partially lined mesh fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0717
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $72.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet As Pie Skater Dress
Honey you will look sweet as pie in this cute skater dress! This piece features a V neckline, spaghetti straps, a skater style skirt, and the best part...It has pockets! This dress is comprised of a soft crepe material that offers moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8838
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Late Night Vibes Velvet Flocked Mini Dress
Have a flawless look that will radiate chic vibes all night in this sheer velvet flocked mini dress. It features a sheer mesh bodice with a partial knit lining at the bust, a crew neckline, long fitted sleeves, a sheer waist insert, a mini-length hem, and a bodycon silhouette that will hug your curves. The sheer mesh fabric features an all-over floral velvet flocked pattern and includes a knit skirt lining. Complete your look with a pair of strappy stilettos.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh bodice, partial knit lining at the bust, sheer waist insert
- Crew neckline, long fitted sleeves
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Floral velvet flocked pattern
- Sheer mesh fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2626
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Drew One-Shoulder Midi Formal Dress
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Flaunt your gorgeous self in the jaw-dropping drew midi dress! She features a one-shoulder design with a cutout accent, knotted strap, and side ruching to highlight your curves. Her midi-length hem elongates your figure and the lined fabric offers a moderate stretch. Add the perfect finishing touch to your look with sparkly earrings.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder design, cut out accent
- Knotted shoulder strap
- Side ruching
- Bodycon silhouette
- Midi-length hem
- Lined fabric with moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0867
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Sweet Glamour Beaded Strap Lace Mini Dress
Create the prettiest party look in this airy lace mini dress designed with a sleeveless sweetheart neckline and beaded embellished spaghetti straps for a touch of sweet glamour. The drop waist leads to a mini-length A-line silhouette with pleated detailing.
Every bead, every detail—this dress was made to shine. Searching for more statement styles? Discover our exquisite beaded prom dresses or find a look that dazzles from our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer lace fabric with full-length knit lining, high stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, angled underbust seam
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, beaded and faux pearl embellishments
- Back zipper with hook-eye closure
- Drop waist
- Mini-length pleated A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-000032
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: LIGHT, BLUE
Available Size: M, L
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Dazzle The Night Glitter Mesh Mini Dress
Razzle and dazzle all night in this glitter mesh mini dress to sparkle at every party! The dress features a foldover off-the-shoulder neckline, ruched long fitted sleeves, and ruched side seams that hug your curves along the bodycon mini-length hem with a faux wrap-front design. The sheer glitter mesh fabric includes a smooth sewn-in knit lining. Complete the look with platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Foldover off-the-shoulder neckline
- Ruched long fitted sleeves
- Back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Ruched side seams, bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem, faux wrap-front
- Glitter mesh fabric, sewn-in knit lining, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1797
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Macie Formal Satin Lace-Up Skater Dress
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Experience the perfect blend of beauty and elegance with this Macie satin skater dress at homecoming and formal parties! Featuring a sleeveless plunge V-neckline and an open lace-up back for a customized fit, this dress will flatter your figure and add glamour to your look. Enjoy a classic skater silhouette in a short-length hem made from luxurious satin-knit fabric. Complete the look with gorgeous rhinestone jewelry to add an elegant shine!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless plunge V-neckline, padded bust, curved underbust seam
- Open lace-up back, tie closure
- High waist seam, skater silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Luxe satin-knit fabric, knit lining at the bust, moderate stretch
- Bra optional
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1898
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Down To Party Mini Dress
Stick to the necessities, like this cute bodycon!
Fits & Features
- Flattering V Neckline I Princess Seams
- Narrow Spaghetti Straps
- Sexy Bar Cut-Out Detail At The Waist
- Fitted Bodycon
- Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0210
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $32.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Miriam Pearl Beaded Formal Mini Dress
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Turn heads with your glitzy aura in the Miriam formal mini dress crafted with lined mesh fabric and all-over faux pearl and beaded embroidery for a gorgeous look. It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline, tank shoulder straps, an open back with a lace-up strappy design for a customized fit, and a short flowy A-line silhouette.
This dress proves that short and stylish is always a vibe. Want more? Discover our bold short prom dresses or find a celebration-ready fit in our party dresses.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh fabric with knit lining, moderate stretch
- All-over faux pearl and beaded embroidery
- Sweetheart neckline, underbust seam
- Tank shoulder straps
- Open lace-up back
- Mini-length A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2520
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: Out of Stock
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Radiant Glow Feather Trim Glitter Mini Dress
You'll radiate beauty in this curve-hugging glitter knit mini dress! It features a strapless neckline with a fab marabou feather trim, chic ruching down the side seams, and a mini-length hem with a fitted bodycon silhouette. The glitter knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Style with strappy stilettos for your next night out.
Fit & Features
- Strapless neckline, marabou feather trim
- High waist seam
- Ruching down the side seams
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Glitter knit fabric, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2483
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $22.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Exquisite Sultry Lace Bustier Wrap Bodycon Mini Dress
Turn up the temperature in this sultry lace mini dress on date night! Featuring a sweetheart neckline and adjustable spaghetti straps, the sheer lace bustier bodice highlights your curves while the faux wrap skirt overlay and side tie enhance your silhouette along the lace mini-length hem. Complete the look in strappy stiletto heels and earrings!
Fit & Features
- Smooth knit fabric lined, moderate stretch
- Sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Back zipper hook-eye closure
- Sheer lace bustier bodice
- Faux wrap skirt overlay with side tie, lace mini-length hem
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5577
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Admiring Glances Long Sleeve Ponte Mini Dress
Catch admiring glances dancing in this ponte mini dress perfect for brides, birthday girls, or graduates! The sheer chiffon peasant sleeves add a touch of elegance, while the square neckline with pleating keeps it playful. Flexible boning ensures a perfect bodycon fit, and the mini-length hem is perfect for showing off your legs! Complete the look with earrings and heels.
Fit & Features
- Ponte knit fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Square neckline with pleating
- Flexible boning
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5738
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $42.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: BLACK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Impeccable Shine Glitter Mesh Party Dress
Shine the brightest this season sparkling in this glitter mesh party dress! It features slightly sheer peasant long sleeves, a sexy plunge V-neckline, ruched side seams that hug your curves along the bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. Complete the look in statement earrings and strappy heels for a dressy celebration!
Fit & Features
- Slightly sheer peasant long sleeves
- Plunge V-neckline
- Ruched side seams, bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Glitter mesh fabric, partial sewn-in knit lining
- Moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2523
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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