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Short Formal Dresses

Shop Short Formal Dresses from top designers at the best prices. Trusted by over one million shoppers since 2005. If you find a dress at a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it + take an extra 5% off! From cocktail parties to semi-formal events, our curated short evening dresses offer chic, modern sophistication with a perfect fit. Shop with confidence knowing you’ll receive designer quality, fast shipping, and best pricing.

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La Femme 30916 - Lace Bodice Homecoming Dress

$70.00 $250.00

  • Black
  • Dark Berry
  • Light Periwinkle
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La Femme 30857 - Long Sleeve Lace Homecoming Dress

$75.00 $240.00

  • Black
  • Dark Emerald*
  • Royal Blue*
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La Femme 30214 - Sequin Tulip Hem Homecoming Dress

$70.00 $218.00

  • Neon Pink
  • Orange
  • Yellow
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La Femme 30949 Crisscross Back Sequin Cocktail Dress

$79.00 $298.00

  • Black
  • Emerald
  • Red
  • White
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La Femme 30946 - Ruched Sequin Homecoming Dress

$75.00 $298.00

  • Black
  • Dark Berry
  • Emerald
  • White
  • +1
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La Femme 30933 - Fitted Sequin Homecoming Dress with Slit

$75.00 $262.00

  • Black
  • Red
  • Royal Blue
  • White
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La Femme 30932 Sequin Sweetheart Cocktail Dress

$107.00 $318.00

  • Black
  • Emerald
  • Red
  • White
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La Femme 30928 - Fitted Lace Homecoming Dress

$80.00 $278.00

  • Emerald
  • Light Periwinkle
  • Red
  • Royal Blue
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La Femme 30926 - Sleeveless Flare Homecoming After Prom Dress

$70.00 $278.00

  • Black
  • Dark Berry
  • Emerald
  • Royal Blue
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La Femme 30960 - Sequin Scoop Back Homecoming Dress

$80.00 $284.00

  • Black
  • Emerald
  • Red
  • Royal Blue
  • +1
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La Femme 30957 Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

$79.00 $318.00

  • Black
  • Black*
  • Emerald
  • Red
  • +2
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La Femme 30934 - One Shoulder Sequin Homecoming Dress

$70.00 $262.00

  • Aqua*
  • Light Periwinkle
  • Neon Pink
  • Orange
  • +4
Dave & Johnny 10839 - Embellished Waist Cocktail Dress

$250.00

  • Blue
Dave & Johnny 10903 - Sequin Open Back Cocktail Dress

$265.00

  • Blue
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Nox Anabel E779 - Sleeveless Tulle Cocktail Dress

$93.00 $185.00

  • Dusty Lilac
  • Emerald
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La Femme 30988 - Strapless Sequin Cocktail Short Prom Dress

$198.00 $238.00

  • Purple
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Primavera Couture 3817 - Sleeveless Beaded Cocktail Dress

$103.00 $449.00

  • Nude Silver
  • Rose
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Primavera Couture 3835 - Lace-Up Back Sleeveless Cocktail Dress

$79.00 $309.00

  • Ivory
  • Turquoise
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Primavera Couture 3863 - Sequin One Sleeve Cocktail Dress

$79.00 $339.00

  • Black
  • Neon Pink
  • Rose
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Primavera Couture 3842 - Two-Way Sleeves Cocktail Dress

$103.00 $449.00

  • Black
  • Mint
  • Nude Silver
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Primavera Couture 3804 - Floral Beaded Cocktail Dress

$79.00 $309.00

  • Ivory
  • Midnight
  • Pink
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Primavera Couture 3811 - Lace-Up Back Sequin Cocktail Dress

$82.00 $359.00

  • Black
  • Bright Blue
  • Ivory Multi
  • Midnight
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Primavera Couture 3818 - Sleeveless Beaded Cocktail Dress

$124.00 $399.00

  • Black
  • Bright Blue
  • Nude Silver
  • Lilac*
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Primavera Couture 3816 - Scoop Neck Leaf Motif Cocktail Dress

$145.00 $379.00

  • Bright Blue
  • Coral
  • Ivory
  • Neon Pink
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Primavera Couture 3807 - Bejeweled Appliqued V-Neck Cocktail Dress

$124.00 $359.00

  • Coral
  • Emerald
  • Ivory
  • Lilac
  • +3
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Primavera Couture 3836 - Asymmetric Neck Cutout Cocktail Dress

$103.00 $399.00

  • Black
  • Bright Blue
  • Gold
  • Ivory
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Ashley Lauren 4527 - Feathered One Shoulder Cocktail Dress

$350.00 $498.00

  • Black
  • Hot Pink
  • Red
  • Turquoise
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Primavera Couture 3829 - V-Neck Beaded Sheath Cocktail Dress

$82.00 $449.00

  • Nude Silver
  • Powder Blue
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Primavera Couture 3828 - Fringed Beaded Skirt Cocktail Dress

$103.00 $379.00

  • Black
  • Fushia
  • Gold
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Ashley Lauren 4541 - Lace Appliqued Cocktail Dress

$238.00 $338.00

  • Black
  • Pink
  • Red
  • Royal
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Primavera Couture 3843 - Beaded Sleeveless Cocktail Dress

$103.00 $399.00

  • Gold
  • Ivory
  • Royal Blue
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Primavera Couture 3827 - Beaded Ornate V-Neck Cocktail Dress

$82.00 $339.00

  • Black
  • Emerald
  • Midnight
  • Red
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Primavera Couture 3853 - Single Sleeve Sequined Cocktail Dress

$82.00 $359.00

  • Gold
  • Ivory
  • Lilac
  • Neon Pink
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Ashley Lauren 4531 - Beaded Neckline Cocktail Dress

$350.00 $498.00

  • Blue
  • Fuchsia
  • Orchid
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Ashley Lauren 4524 - Asymmetrical One Flutter Sleeve Cocktail Dress

$364.00 $518.00

  • Aqua
  • Fuchsia
  • Ivory
  • Orchid
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Primavera Couture 3838 - Sleeveless Crisscross Back Cocktail Dress

$103.00 $429.00

  • Nude Silver
  • Rose
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Primavera Couture 3851 - Fringe Sleeveless Cocktail Dress

$82.00 $379.00

  • Gold
  • Mint
  • Rose
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Primavera Couture 3846 - Asymmetrical Sequin Cocktail Dress

$82.00 $339.00

  • Bright Blue
  • Pink
  • Sage Green
Ladivine CD0189 - V-Neck Cocktail Prom Dress

$139.00

  • Blush
  • Champagne
  • Smoky Blue
Ladivine CD0188 - Corset Applique Tulle and Lace Prom Dress

$139.00

  • Blush
  • Burgundy-Gold
  • Champagne
  • Lavender
Ladivine 9243 - Applique Short Dress

$139.00

  • Champagne
  • Rose Gold
  • Royal
  • Smoky Blue
Ladivine CD0174 - Adorned Deep V Neck A-line Dress

$129.00

  • Rose Gold
  • Smoky Blue
  • Champagne
  • Off White
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Ladivine CD0132 - Cold Shoulder Glitter Tulle Short Dress

$135.00

  • Blush
  • Champagne
  • Mauve
  • Off White
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Ladivine UJ0119 - Lace Appliqued Strappy Back Short Dress

$115.00

  • Blush
  • Burgundy Gold
  • Champagne
  • Ice Blue
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Ladivine UJ0012 - Illusion Shoulders Ruffled Hem Short Dress

$59.00 $196.00

  • Mocha
  • Mint
  • Black*
  • Blush
  • +8
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Aidan Mattox - MD2E200937 Embellished Sheath Dress

$183.00 $366.00

  • Black Light Mink
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May Queen MQ1918 - Long Sleeve Glittered Cocktail Dress

$70.00 $143.00

  • Champagne
  • Dusty Blue
  • Rose Gold
  • Rose Gold*
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May Queen MQ1923 - Glittered V-Neck Cocktail Dress

$97.00 $143.00

  • Black
  • Champagne
  • Mocha*
  • Rose Gold*
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Imagine getting ready for a night out and needing a perfect dress that makes you stand out from the crowd.

 As you scroll through our collection, you’re greeted with numerous options, ranging from a sleek bodycon short dress that hugs your curves beautifully or you’re more drawn towards a flirty fit and flare one, perfect for twirling.

Short dresses aren’t just about style, especially when you get them at Couture Candy. Through a carefully curated designer collection, we bring a mix of sweetness and sensuality, ensuring you rock the occasion.

That’s the magic of our short dresses! From shimmering sequins to classic beads and fitted bodice, each short dress from our collection is meticulously crafted to make you feel like the princess of the event.

These flattering dresses belong to some of the most renowned designers like Sherri Hill, Mac Duggal, Jovani, and many more. Apart from short dresses, we have many other dresses for every occasion. Whether you’re looking for a dress for prom night or scrolling through our collection of short wedding dresses, we have everything to suit your taste and preferences.

Popular Short Dress Styles

Let’s explore some of our trending sexy short dresses and short gowns, making you feel like the ultimate diva of the occasion.

Shift Dress

A shift dress is perfect for effortless style and elegance. Its straight silhouette and loose cut skim the body without a well-defined waistline.

Wrap Dress

A wrap dress has a front closure that wraps around the body and ties at the waist. It has a classic V-neckline and adjustable fit, making it one of the best options for mini or midi dresses for various body types. Wrap dresses come in various fabrics, ranging from lightweight chiffon to classic heavy silk.

Skater Dress

It is one of the great options for flirty and feminine styles, which is characterized by a fitted bodice and flared skirt, giving the illusion of an hourglass figure.

Bodycon Dress

With a stretchable fabric, the bodycon dress is one of the most excellent options for short dresses for women. It closely hugs the body, giving the perfect shape to your natural curves.

Choosing Your Perfect Short Dress

Let’s explore various factors to consider when choosing the perfect short length dress.

Occasion

It’s essential to understand the theme and vibe of the event to select the perfect attire. For example, if you are going for a formal affair, it's better to wear a short formal dress in bold colors like maroon, red, or black. Choosing a short floral dress would be the best option if you’re going for a casual outing with friends.

Body type

Knowing your body type is crucial to choosing the dress that perfectly matches your style and body type.

For example, if you have an hourglass figure, choosing the bodycon dress can be a great option to accentuate your body curves.

Fabric choice

Our short dresses come in various fabrics, such as tulle, satin, chiffon, lace, silk, and many more. You can choose according to your comfort and weather conditions.

Experimentation with colors and patterns

Opt for bold hues like vibrant red, blue, and green to make a bold fashion statement, and go for subtle soft hues like powder blue, mint green, and baby pink to create a more classic, subtle look.

Importance of accessorizing for a complete look

Accessorizing is essential to get the complete classic look. Every accessory enhances your overall look, from statement jewelry to stylish shoes.

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