KAREN MILLENChiffon Tie Neck Maxi Dress

- The self-tie neck sits high and loose, forming a draped knot at the shoulder that adds sculptural volume to the upper body without structured padding. - A wide band of fine horizontal ruching runs across the hip, cinching the silhouette at precisely the right point before the skirt releases into a flared, godeted hem. - Long bishop sleeves gather into a fitted cuff, giving the arms a softly billowing shape that moves with every gesture. - The skirt falls to an approximate length of 135cm - long enough to graze the ankle and carry real presence, with a lining that keeps it from clinging as it moves. - The layered chiffon hem has a raw, slightly uneven finish that catches the light and adds depth to the skirt's swing without any additional embellishment. The chiffon has a lightness that means the skirt never sits still - it shifts and trails with the slightest movement, which makes the contrast with the structured ruched hip panel all the more striking. That tension between volume and definition is where the dress does its best work. Worn as the model has it here, with sleek heeled suede boots that disappear beneath the hem, the silhouette reads as entirely considered. For a daytime occasion with a formal edge - a wedding, a garden party, a smart lunch - keep the accessories refined: a structured leather bag and a single bold ring are all it needs. In the evening, the tie neck lends itself to being loosened and rearranged, shifting the mood from polished to quietly dramatic. This is a dress that rewards wearing rather than overthinking. Product Details & Care Main: 100% Polyester. Lining: 100% Polyester Wash inside out. Wash with similar colours. Model wears Size UK 10/US 6. Model height 5'9. Length approx: 135cm.