Short Cocktail Dresses

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The Lorelei mini dress is all about intricate texture and shine. Velvet florals and mesh layer with beading and sequins across the A-line silhouette for a dimensional finish that feels polished, not overdone. A lace-up back completes the embellished design.

Fit & Features

• Floral velvet fabric with sheer mesh overlay, moderate stretch
• Beaded and sequin floral-embellished design
  
• V-neckline with padded bra cups
• Spaghetti straps
• Lace-up back, lower zipper with hook-eye closure
• Mini-length A-line silhouette
• Runs true to size

Where to Wear:

HOCO, big birthday events, weddings, semi-formal occasions, and dressed-up date nights.

You'll look oh-so-glitzy and gorgeous in this flirty glitter knit skater dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline, dual spaghetti straps that lead to a cross-back strap design, and a short skater skirt with a fit and flare silhouette. Style this glamorous dress with rhinestone statement earrings and embellished heels.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless V-neckline
• Princess seams
• Dual spaghetti straps
• Cross-back strap design
• High waist, short skater skirt, fit and flare silhouette
• Glitter knit fabric, knit lining, moderate stretch
• Runs true to size

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Sparkle up the night in the stunning Maeve sequin mini dress! She features a sleeveless V-neckline with a wrap-front design, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, ruching at the waist, a wrap-front skirt silhouette, and a short, form-hugging fit. The lined mesh fabric features all-over sequin embroidery in a chic scroll pattern. Style with clear heels.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless V-neckline, wrap-front design
• Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
  
• Ruching at the waist, wrap-front skirt silhouette
• Mini-length hem, form-hugging fit
• Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
• Sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
• Strapless or sticky bra recommended
• Runs true to size

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Bring the princess vibes to your Homecoming look in the gorgeous Kendra sequin party dress! She features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a bustier-style bodice, 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 sequin embroidery with a stunning iridescent shine in a luxe scroll pattern. Style this dress with rhinestone heels for all the more sparkle.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, bustier-style bodice
• Padded bust, structured underwire
• Spaghetti straps
• Cross-back lace-up strappy design, tie closure
• Lower back zipper, hook and eye closure
• High waist seam, short party skirt, fit and flare silhouette
• Sheer mesh fabric, full knit lining, moderate stretch
• Iridescent sequin embroidery, scroll pattern
• Runs true to size

This luxe mini dress is a stunning dream, babe! The dress features a sleeveless V-neckline, spaghetti straps, ruching, an asymmetrical hem, and a mini-length silhouette. The dress is composed of a lined velvet fabric that offers a form-hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Complete look with mules.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless wrap V-neckline
• Spaghetti straps
• Ruching
• Asymmetrical hem
• Mini-length silhouette
• Lined velvet fabric, form-hugging fit, moderate stretch
• Runs true to size

A glitter mini dress that looks and feels glitzy and glamorous! The short dress features a V-neckline, long balloon-style sleeves, ruching down the side seams, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette. Style the mini dress with metallic heels for a night on the town.

Fit & Features

• V-neckline
• Long balloon-style sleeves, tapered hems
• Ruched detailing down the side seams
• Mini-length hem, fitted bodycon silhouette
• Glitter knit fabric, moderate stretch
• Runs true to size

This sleek satin bodycon mini dress will showcase a sultry attitude. It features a sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps, a high waist, ruching down the front, a wrap-front skirt with a mini-length hem, and a curve-hugging silhouette. The smooth satin-knit fabric offers a moderate stretch. Style this short dress with a pair of strappy stilettos.

Fit & Features

• Sleeveless square neckline, spaghetti straps
• High waist seam
• Ruched detailing down the front
• Wrap-front skirt, mini-length hem
• Fitted bodycon silhouette
• Satin-knit fabric, moderate stretch
• Runs true to size

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

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

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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

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.

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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

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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

Model is 5'7" with 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.

Stun and shine the night away! This mini is a gorgeous show stopper.

Fits & Features

• 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.

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Chat, dance, and twirl the night away in the Brenda taffeta skater dress! The short dress is ready to party with a voluminous silhouette and a stunning low-cut back with a statement bow.

Fit & Features

• Taffeta fabric lined with tulle, stretchy knit fabric
• Tank shoulder straps
• Low back with bow
• Skater silhouette
  
• Short-length hem
• Runs true to size

Where to Wear:

Prom, brides, weddings, bridesmaids, fancy date nights, dinner parties, cocktail events

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

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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! 

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Oh so chic and just as sultry, the Ellerie short dress will have everyone fall head over heels! Designed with a low back, flattering bodycon silhouette, and an adorable ruffled bubble hem, this dress is charming from every angle.

Fit & Features

• Smooth woven fabric, sewn-in stretchy knit lining
• Boat neckline
• Low back, zipper and hook-eye closure
• Bodycon silhouette
• Ruffled bubble short-length hem
• Runs true to size

Where to Wear:

Prom, brides, weddings, garden parties, dressy date nights, cocktail soirees, graduations

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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

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Playful yet glam, the Vienna rhinestone pearl mesh mini dazzles with a draped cowl neckline, curve-skimming bodycon fit, and strappy tie-back detail. Perfectly flirty and sparkling, it’s a look made for unforgettable nights out.

Fit & Features

• Rhinestone, faux pearls, mesh-lined stretchy fabric
• Cowl neckline
• Spaghetti straps
• Strappy tie-back design
• Bodycon fit
• Mini-length hem
• Runs true to size

Where to Wear:

Birthdays, bachelorettes, GNO, holiday soirees, romantic date nights, club nights

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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