Faux leather is unforgiving as a fabric because it does not drape - it holds whatever shape it is cut into. The way around that is ruching, and this dress uses it everywhere.
Gathers run diagonally across the body from hip to waist, breaking the surface into folds that catch light at different angles instead of presenting one flat panel. The neckline is cut straight across on fine spaghetti straps, the body follows the figure closely to a midi hem, and there is no visible fastening interrupting the front.
It is a dress with exactly one setting, and it is not subtle. That is the entire proposition.
Details You'll Love
- Diagonal ruching - gathers run hip to waist, breaking a flat surface into folds.
- Straight-cut neckline - set square across on fine spaghetti straps.
- Close bodycon fit - follows the figure without a seam breaking the line.
- Midi length - falls below the knee rather than stopping at it.
- Faux leather surface - holds its shape rather than draping, which the ruching works with.
