Two fabrics, joined at the waist. Above it, velvet - matte, light-absorbing, cut close with a turtleneck that runs to the jaw. Below it, satin - reflective, structured, pleated out into a full circle skirt that holds its own shape.
The contrast is the entire design, and it works because neither half apologises for the other. The bodice is cut long and lean with set-in sleeves running to the wrist, the waist seam sits exactly at the natural waist, and the skirt is deeply pleated from that seam with pockets hidden in the folds. The hem falls at mid-calf.
It is a dress that solves an entire category of evening on its own, which is more than most of them manage.
Details You'll Love
- Velvet bodice - matte and light-absorbing, cut close to the body.
- Pleated satin skirt - reflective and structured, holding its own circle shape.
- Full turtleneck - runs to the jaw with no fastening at the neck.
- Waist seam at the natural waist - joins the two fabrics exactly where the shape changes.
- Hidden skirt pockets - set into the pleats rather than cut into a seam.
