KAREN MILLENPetite Pleat Detail Ponte Keyhole Midi Dress

- Voluminous batwing sleeves contrast sharply with the fitted, seamed bodice - the dress is generous through the shoulder and arm, then draws in cleanly at the waist to follow the body through to the hem. - A narrow keyhole opening at the centre front neckline adds a considered detail without disrupting the otherwise composed boat-neck line. - Vertical seam lines run the full length of the skirt, lending structure and a quietly elongating effect - particularly well-suited to the petite proportions this piece is cut for. - A front central vent at the hem allows ease of movement while keeping the silhouette neat and tailored in its overall impression. - The viscose-rich ponte fabric carries a soft drape and cool handfeel that skims the body - it holds its shape through a long day without clinging or creasing heavily. This dress sits at the intersection of boardroom dressing and after-hours polish. The structured body means it works directly from a morning meeting without the need for layering, though a sharp, fitted blazer in a tonal or contrasting shade will extend it into cooler months. The batwing sleeve does the heavy lifting stylistically, so accessories can stay restrained - a slim chain bracelet and pointed slingback heels, as seen on the model, strike exactly the right note. For formal corporate settings, keep the silhouette clean with a structured tote and minimal jewellery. The midi length and front vent make it practical as well as considered - there is nothing fussy about how it moves. It is the kind of dress that reads as intentional without demanding effort, which is precisely where Karen Millen's customer lives. Product Details & Care Main: 68% Viscose/Rayon, 28% Polyamide, 4% Elastane/Spandex. Wash with similar colours. Wash inside out. Iron on reverse whilst damp. Synthetic cycle. Model wears UK Size Petite Small. Models height approx: 5'3. Length approx:120cm.