A cocktail dress or cocktail gown is a woman's dress worn at cocktail parties, or other semi-formal occasions. The length of cocktail dresses varies according to fashion and local customs. Ballerina length (touching the ankle) dresses usually fall into the evening gown category. On semi-formal occasions, less elaborate, shorter-length cocktail dresses may be worn. Here you'll find cheap short cocktail dresses in fashion and elegant styles.