KAREN MILLENTailored Drape Detail Midi Dress
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Description
- The defining detail is an asymmetric drape at the neckline - fabric is gathered and folded on one shoulder only, creating a sculptural effect that reads as intentional tailoring rather than decoration. - One side carries a loose, wide-cut flutter sleeve that falls just above the elbow; the opposite shoulder is left bare, giving the silhouette a deliberate imbalance that draws the eye upward. - A seamed waist sits precisely at the natural waistline, holding the skirt section close through the hips before falling into a straight midi-length column that lands mid-calf. - The fabric blend - viscose, lyocell, and a touch of wool - delivers a soft drape and cool handfeel, skimming the body without clinging, and holding its shape through a full working day. - Midi length sits at approximately 125cm, cut clean and straight with no flare, keeping the overall line sharp from waist to hem. This dress sits in the part of a wardrobe reserved for occasions that demand effort without showing it. The structured drape at the neckline does the work of an accessory - there is no need to layer necklaces or add a scarf. It pairs cleanly with pointed-toe heels, as seen on the model, which reinforce the elongated, unbroken line from waist to floor. A slim-cut blazer in a tonal shade would take it straight into a boardroom or client-facing setting without disrupting the silhouette. For evening, swapping to a strappy heel and adding a small clutch shifts the mood entirely - the asymmetric sleeve gives it enough presence for a formal dinner or awards event. The midi length and waist seaming make it a reliable choice for occasions where you need to look considered and put-together: a corporate conference, a gallery opening, or a wedding where the dress code calls for something polished but not overtly formal. It stands alone. Product Details & Care Main: 69% Polyester, 22% Viscose/Rayon, 4% Elastane/Spandex, 3% Lyocell, 2% Wool. Lining: 100% Polyester. Dry clean separately. Model wears Size UK10/US 6. Model height approx: 5'9. Length approx: 125cm.
Product details provided by: KAREN MILLEN*
Product IDs
- REVERSIBLE ID
- 413851260
- Brand style ID
- BKK31256-186
