The sleeves are not sleeves. They are open panels, seamed at the shoulder and left to fall free down the arm, so the whole thing moves like a cape while the body underneath stays fitted and structured.
That body is essentially a blazer - a deep V, two rows of covered buttons closing double-breasted, and princess seams pulling it in sharply at the waist before it flares into a short A-line skirt. The fabric is a smooth crepe with enough structure to hold the panels open rather than let them collapse against the arm.
It is a dress designed to be seen from the side, which is unusual and worth knowing before you buy it.
Details You'll Love
- Open cape sleeves - seamed at the shoulder and left to fall free down the arm.
- Double-breasted front - two rows of covered buttons closing over a deep V.
- Princess-seamed waist - pulls in sharply before releasing into the skirt.
- Short A-line skirt - flares from the waist rather than following the hip.
- Structured crepe - holds the cape panels open instead of letting them collapse.
