Cute Short Dresses for Women
- Easy fit, button front shirtdress with a stand collar and hem ruffle. Style also features a separate self belt, front bib with pintucks, and Lilly lace trim.
- 35 1/2" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Skims the body. Roomier fit.
- Fitted, crewneck shift dress with short sleeves.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Fitted shift dress with a wide square neckline, exposed dart details on the skirt, and a rosette detail at the neckline.
- 36 1/2" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Fit-and-flare dress with a deep v-neckline, kimono sleeves, and a functional front tie detail at the waist.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- Easy fit dress with a v-neckline, front yoke detail, and 3/4 length blouson sleeves with cuffs.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Skims the body. Roomier fit.
- Fitted shift romper with a high collar and heart button details.
- 34" From top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- 3" Inseam.
- Straight fit shift dress with on-seam pockets and a beaded collar.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and hip with more room at the waist.
- Long sleeve skirted romper with a twist-front sweetheart neckline.
- 33" From top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- 3" Inseam.
- Fitted shift dress with a notch neckline, contrast neck trim, and front bow detail.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Skirted romper with shirring at the shoulders and a ruched waistband.
- 33" From top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- 3" Inseam.
- Skirted bottom romper with short sleeves and a square neckline.
- 34" From top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- 3" Inseam.
- Fitted shift romper with buttons and faux pocket details.
- 34" From top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- 3" Inseam.
- Fitted, crewneck shift dress with short sleeves and an inset gold chain trim at the waist.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Shift romper with top applied lace and side slits.
- 33" From top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- 3" Inseam.
- Fitted dress with a smocked back panel, adjustable spaghetti straps, bodice cups, and a rosette detail on the front bodice.
- 37" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Straight fit shift dress with a square neckline.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and hip with more room at the waist.
- Fitted shift dress with a rounded square neckline and short sleeves with a twist detail.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Fitted, crewneck shift dress with short sleeves.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Straight fit, crewneck shift dress with an exposed back metal zipper and a novelty zipper puller.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and hip with more room at the waist.
- Fitted shift dress with a crew neckline, gold buttons, pockets, and an A-line skirt with fringe trim at the hem.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Easy fit, long sleeve, pullover dress.
- 37" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Skims the body. Roomier fit.
- Easy fit, long sleeve, pullover dress.
- 37" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Skims the body. Roomier fit.
- Easy fit, long sleeve dress with a notch neckline, placket, and tall ruffle at the hem.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Skims the body. Roomier fit.
- Straight fit, 3/4 sleeve dress with a tie-waist detail.
- 35 1/2" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and hip with more room at the waist.
- Fit-and-flare dress with a deep v-neckline, long sleeves, and ruched waistband.
- 35 1/2" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
- Straight fit dress with a crew neckline, long sleeves, and floral beading detail at the neckline.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and hip with more room at the waist.
- Fitted dress with a beaded sweetheart neckline, double ruffle sleeves, bodice cups, and a smocked back panel.
- 37" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest, waist and hip with close-to-body line fit.
- Straight fit shift dress with on-seam pockets and a beaded collar.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and hip with more room at the waist.
- Swing fit, sleeveless dress with lattice detail at back v-neckline.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Pima Cotton Jersey (100% Pima Cotton).
- Straight fit, sleeveless shift dress with ruffle detail at neckline.
- 36 1/2" From top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Ottoman Yarn Dye Lucky Catch Stripe (67% Polyester, 32% Cotton, 1% Spandex).
- Swing fit, sleeveless dress with lattice detail at back v-neckline.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Pima Cotton Jersey (100% Pima Cotton).
- Swing fit, sleeveless dress with lattice detail at back v-neckline.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Pima Cotton Jersey (100% Pima Cotton).
- Swing fit, sleeveless dress with lattice detail at back v-neckline.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Pima Cotton Jersey (100% Pima Cotton).
- Swing fit, sleeveless dress with lattice detail at back v-neckline.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Pima Cotton Jersey (100% Pima Cotton).
- Swing fit, sleeveless dress with lattice detail at back v-neckline.
- 35" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Pima Cotton Jersey (100% Pima Cotton).
- Fit-and-flare dress with adjustable straps, corset-like seaming on bodice, and bodice cups. Style features a smocked back panel, circle skirt with side seam pockets, and Lilly lace trim at the neckline and straps.
- 36" from top of shoulder to hem (based on a size small/4).
- Fits against body at chest and waist and is full at bottom hem.
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Colorful Mini Dresses and Short Dresses for Women
With warmer days on the radar, your closet is calling for shorter hemlines, breathable fabrics, and bright citrus colors. It's time to break out your favorite sunglasses, sandals, hair accessories, colorful skirts, and a sunny day classic: mini dresses!
Carefree and stylish everyday mini dress looks
Sunny days always put some extra pep in your step—a vibe perfectly paired with a colorful mini dress from Lilly. Whether you’re headed to a ladies’ lunch or need a chic cover-up for your swimwear, make every day fabulous with a classic print shift dress, a lightweight t-shirt dress, or a pleated white dress. Lilly essentials in shorter lengths include trending fit-and-flare skater dresses and babydoll dresses, which feature smocked and ribbed corset style tops and flowy tiered skirts.
Sporty and chic casual dresses
Our picks for beachy walks or taking the little ones to dip their toes in the water are mini dresses featuring bright colors and shorter lengths. Feel comfortable on the move with a shirt dress or a wrap style romper with a flirty ruffle hem. Find other warm-weather favorites for active Lilly ladies in our skort collection!
Mini dresses in full swing
We can't talk about mini dresses without mentioning our best-selling swing dresses. Lilly Pulitzer print swing dresses are easy to throw on and style up or down for any event this sunny season. Our swing dress highlights include print dresses with delicate cutouts and, of course, our version of the little black dress: the Ophelia long sleeve mini dress.
Short party dresses
When shopping for a short cocktail dress, add sass and flair with a mini! A ruched mini bodycon dress with dainty puff sleeves balances ease and sophistication, while stylish wrap dresses are ideal for an outdoor date night dinner. Shop Lilly's fancier favorites including midi dresses, maxi dresses, backless dresses, and slip dresses for all your special occasions.
Versatile Mini Dresses for Every Occasion
From day dress options to formal dress choices, our collection of cute short dresses has something for everyone. Explore our range of sleeve length options, from sleeveless strapless dresses and long sleeve mini dress styles. Whether you're looking for a chich mini dress for a date night out or trendy mini dresses for casual wear, Lilly has you covered with a variety of styles, colors, and patterns to suit every taste and occasion.
