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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Bellarose Formal Sequin Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Make a radiating entrance in a formal dress that makes a head-turning impression! The dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline, bungee spaghetti straps that cross at the back, dazzling iridescent sequins throughout, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with slight stretch. Complete look with chrome heels and rhinestone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps, cross at back
- Iridescent sequin embroidery
- Mini-length silhouette
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form-hugging fit, slight stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0889
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Twirl-Worthy Satin Halter Skater Dress
This silky satin skater dress features a trendy V-neckline with a halter strap, an open back with an adorable tie-back bow design, and a short skater skirt with a flirty fit-and-flare silhouette. Get ready to be twirling all night in this perfect dress styled with rhinestone earrings and block heels.
Fit & Features
- Satin-knit fabric, knit bust lining, moderate stretch
- Deep V-neckline, halter strap
- Open back, tie-back bow design
- Pleated high waist
- Short skater silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-3665
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $36.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: SAGE
Available Size: XXS, XS, S, M, L
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Glitz And Glamour Mini Dress
Bring on the glitz and glamour with this stunning mini dress! It features a deep V neckline, long bishop sleeves, all-over ruching, and a mini-length, curve-hugging silhouette. The glitter mesh fabric provides a stylish sparkle. Complete the look with rhinestone earrings and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Deep V neckline
- Long bishop sleeves, cinched hems
- Ruched detailing
- Short, form-hugging fit
- Glitter mesh fabric
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1023
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Leia Sleeveless Sequin Party Dress
Special Occasion
Showcase a gorgeous shine this Homecoming season in the stunning Leia sleeveless party dress! She features a V-neckline with a padded bust, spaghetti straps, a cross-back lace-up strappy design, a high waist seam, and a short party skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features all-over iridescent sequin embroidery in a chic scroll pattern. Complete your look with rhinestone statement earrings and embellished heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, lightly padded, no bra required
- Spaghetti straps, cross-back lace-up strappy design, tie closure
- High waist seam, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Short fit and flare silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining with moderate stretch
- Iridescent sequin scroll embroidery
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1075
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Disco Lights Sequin Party Dress
Stun under the disco lights in this party-ready sequin short dress featuring a sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps that cross along the low-cut back, a bodycon silhouette, and a wrap front hem. Complete your club look in platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neck, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Cross straps, low-cut back
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap front short hem
- Sequin fabric, knit lining, no stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4618
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $50.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Glitzy Radiance One Shoulder Glitter Mini Dress
Bring that glowing radiance with a mini dress that brings the glitz! The dress features a one-shoulder neckline with a fold-over accent, a long sleeve, ruching, a mini front slit, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined glitter knit fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with rhinestone heels and a rhinestone anklet.
Fit & Features
- One-shoulder neckline, fold over accent
- Long sleeve
- Ruching
- Mini front slit
- Mini length silhouette
- Glitter
- Form hugging fit, moderate stretch, runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4108
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Mei Heat Up The Night Dress
Special OccasionHeat up the night in our burgundy Mei mini dress! She features a wide neckline, long fitted sleeves, an exposed back zipper closure, and a body-hugging silhouette. Heat stones vertically curve around Mei to create a sexy hourglass illusion. The dress is composed of a stretchy velvet fabric.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-3884
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $64.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Nights Like This Ruched Short Dress
Stun in a short dress to make your night out stand out. The dress features a sleeveless wired V-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, ruching throughout to enhance curves, and a short-length hem. The dress is composed of a lined mesh fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with heels and earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless wired V-neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Ruching
- Short length hem
- Lined mesh fabric
- Form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4253
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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With Love Sweetheart Dress
Send a little love out there with this lovely sweetheart dress! It features an off the shoulder neckline with shoulder strap accents, a sweetheart bust, princess seams and a side ruched detail that leads to an asymmetrical hemline. Dress is composed of a vibrant red smooth scuba fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3087
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $31.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Cut Out The Drama Mini Dress
Cut out the drama girl with this head turning mini dress!
Fits & Features
- Square Neckline
- Spaghetti Straps
- Cut-Out Waist With Multi-Row Strap Accent
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Crepe Fabric
- Form Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
- Back Zip Closure
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0459
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $30.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sparkle The Night Away Party Dress
This dress is the ultimate party ensemble. Glow all through the night in this glitter dress that features a plunging v-neckline, sexy spaghetti straps that cross at the back, and a curve-hugging bodycon fit that enhances curves. Complete your night-out ready look with sleek rhinestone hoops and classic stilettos.
Fits & Features
- V neckline
- Spaghetti straps that cross at the back
- Envelope style hem hits mid-thigh
- Textured glitter knit fabric
- Curve hugging fit
- Moderate stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8482
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Bring The Romance Flocked Floral Mini Dress
You'll for sure bring the romantic vibes in this pretty flocked floral mini dress! It features adjustable spaghetti straps for comfortable wear, a curve-hugging fit, and a scuba knit fabric with moderate stretch. Pair this dress with a dainty layered necklace for a gorgeous date night look.
Fit & Features
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- V neckline
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Short, form-hugging fit
- Scuba knit fabric with moderate stretch
- Flocked floral print
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0581
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $33.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Center Of Attention Satin Mini Dress
Keep the attention on you in this sleek satin-knit mini dress! Featuring a sleeveless cowl neckline, knot-detailed shoulder straps, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette, this bodycon dress was made for a night out. Style with strappy stilettos and an envelope clutch.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline
- Tank shoulder straps, knot detailing
- High waist seam
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Satin-knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1792
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Spencer Floral Jaquard Skater Party Dress
Special Occasion
Be ready for any celebration in the Spencer skater party dress! This stylish and elegant beauty features a sleeveless scoop neckline, a apdded bust, adjustable spaghetti straps, a delicate lace-up open back and some hidden treasures - side pockets for keeping your hands warm! She also is designed with a floral jacquard pattern and gold stitched trim on her lovely skater silhouette with a short-length hem. The party dress is composed of woven fabric with a non-stretch woven lining. Complete the look with a teardrop necklace and heels for a banquet or school dance!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps
- Padded bust, back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Lace-up open back, hidden side pockets
- Skater silhouette, short-length hem
- Floral jacquard pattern with gold stitch trim
- Woven fabric, non-stretch woven lining
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1849
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $69.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Gabriel Formal Satin Midi Dress
Special Occasion
Keep it sleek and chic in the Gabriel formal satin dress sure to sweep the crowd off their feet! She stuns in a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline with a tank-style strap, a high waist seam, side pleating, and an asymmetrical slit midi hem. The formal dress is composed of silky satin fabric with sewn-in lining and minimal stretch. Complete your dressy look in strappy mules.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, tank-style strap
- Strapless or adhesive bra recommended
- High waist seam
- Form-hugging, side pleats
- Asymmetrical slit midi hem
- Satin fabric, sewn-in lining, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1228
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $42.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Lace Is More Dress
This lace dress is everything!
Fits & Features
- High Round Neckline
- Back Zipper With Hook & Eye Closure
- Sheer, Fitted Long Sleeves
- Sheer Mesh Panel At Center Front
- Partially Lined Lace Fabric I Moderate Stretch
- Curve Hugging Fit
Model is 5'9.5 with a 34" bust, 25" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-2680
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Sexy Silhouette Satin Mini Dress
This sleek satin mini dress will give you an alluring and sexy silhouette! It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, an open back with a strappy lace-up design for a customized fit, a wide waistband, and a short, curve-hugging, bodycon silhouette. Style with a pair of platform heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Spaghetti straps
- Open back, strappy lace-up design, tie closure
- Wide waistband
- Mini-length hem, bodycon fit
- Smooth satin knit fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4622
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Eyes On Me Mini Dress
Demand attention in this Insta-worthy day dress! It features a flirty off-the-shoulder neckline paired with short sleeves. Dress has a round hemline and is composed of a textured knit fabric that offers plenty of stretch.Model is 5'6" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-2257
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $28.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Cassie Corset Floral Jacquard Party Skater Dress
Special Occasion
Conversations will light up the room when you enter wearing the Cassie corset party skater dress! With a surplice sweetheart neckline and corset trim bodice, this dress will provide the perfect fit and shape while the hidden side pockets are perfect for holding your phone or lip gloss.
Fit & Features
- Floral jacquard pattern with metallic threading
- Woven fabric lined with stretchy knit
- Back zipper and hook-eye closure
- Wide shoulder straps, padded bra cups
- Hidden side pockets
- Skater silhouette, short-length hem
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Prom, birthdays, graduations, day events, semi-formal weddings, garden parties
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-2650
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $99.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: LIGHT, BLUE
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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Shake It Up Sequin Fringe Mini Dress
Shake it up on girl's night in this flirty sequin mini dress sure to capture all the attention! The short mini dress features a sleeveless one-shoulder neckline, dual adjustable spaghetti straps, and a bodycon silhouette showcasing an all-over fringe on lined mesh fabric. Complete the look in stiletto heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless one-shoulder neckline
- Dual adjustable spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin all-over fringe
- Lined mesh fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-4867
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $23.97 $52.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Clearance
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Lisa Sequin Scoop Neck Party Dress
Special Occasion
Sparkling sequins lend endless shine to the Lisa party dress ready to make her debut at formal parties, school dances, or graduations! She features a sleeveless scoop neckline, sleek bungee spaghetti straps, a bodycon silhouette, and a mini-length hem. The formal party dress is composed of a sequin-leaf pattern on mesh fabric with a stretchy knit lining. Complete the look with earrings and lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless scoop neckline
- Bungee spaghetti straps
- Bodycon silhouette
- Mini-length hem
- Sequin-leaf pattern, mesh fabric, stretch knit lining
- Strapless bra, sticky bra, or pasties recommended
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1492
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $66.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Fab Flocked Velvet Mini Dress
Keep it fab with captivating velvet in this gorgeous mini dress! It features a partially unlined bodice, a mock neck, unlined long fitted sleeves, a front keyhole cutout accent, and a mini-length silhouette that hugs curves in all the right places. The dress is composed of a sheer, partially lined mesh fabric with a velvet flocked pattern throughout and offers a moderate stretch. Style up this dress with rhinestone duster earrings and a sleek clutch.
Fit & Features
- Mock neckline, unlined long fitted sleeves
- Partially unlined bodice
- Front keyhole cutout
- Back zipper and hook and eye closure
- Mini-length, bodycon silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric with partial lining, velvet flocked pattern
- Form-hugging fit
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0050
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $37.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale
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Briar Sleeveless Sequin Party Dress
Special Occasion
Effortless and enchanting, showcase your beauty in the Briar sequin party dress this Homecoming season. She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a bustier-style bodice, padded cups, and adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit. Her high waist seam flows out to a short party skirt with a fit and flare A-line silhouette. The lined mesh fabric features all-over sequin embroidery in a stunning scroll pattern. Complete the look with gemstone earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, bustier-style bodice
- Padded cups, no bra required
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- High waist seam, short party skirt
- Fit and flare A-line silhouette
- Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
- Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1082
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Ships Free
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On Your Mind Pleated Satin Mini Dress
You'll def be on their mind after they see you in this sassy satin mini dress! It features a sleeveless square neckline, thin tank shoulder straps, trendy corset-style seams at the bodice, a faux wrap-front with pleating at the waist, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. The smooth satin-knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Complete the look with lace-up heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless square neckline
- Thin tank shoulder straps
- Corset-style seams
- Faux wrap-front, pleating
- Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
- Satin-knit fabric, lined bust, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1881
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $5.97 $39.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
Product Badge:- Sale