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KarenMillen

Petite Figure Form Bandage Strappy Knit Maxi Dress

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Colour: Plum
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At a Glance
Horizontal bandage construction
Petite-specific 120cm length
Structured body-skimming silhouette
Square neckline design
Wide flat shoulder straps
Description
  • Horizontal bandage construction runs the full length of the dress, creating a structured, body-skimming silhouette that holds its shape rather than clinging loosely.
  • Wide, flat shoulder straps sit firmly on the shoulder - substantial enough to give the neckline a clean, architectural frame without slipping.
  • Square neckline cuts straight across the décolletage, offering a defined, polished line that works particularly well on a petite frame.
  • The skirt narrows gradually from the hip to the hem, finishing at midi length with a slight column-style taper that allows for a natural stride.
  • Cut specifically for a petite proportions at approximately 120cm from centre back, so the hem falls at the right point without the need for alterations.
  • The elastane content in the knit gives the bandage fabric just enough stretch to move with the body, while the structured weave ensures it never loses its form.

This dress earns its place as the piece you reach for when the occasion demands you look considered from the moment you walk in. The bandage construction does the structural work - there is no need to layer underneath or over it. It sits cleanly on its own, paired simply with strappy heeled sandals as seen on the model, letting the tailored silhouette speak for itself. For a wedding or formal evening event, keep accessories refined: a slim clutch and understated fine jewellery complement the strong neckline without competing with it. If the dress is heading to a graduation or races, a sleek updo draws attention to the square neckline and the clean shoulder line. The maxi length reads as thoroughly considered at formal occasions where shorter hemlines would feel underdressed. This is a dress built for a wardrobe that values precision - it doesn't need much, and that is exactly the point.

SKU: BKK30500-204-12
Product Details & Care

Main: 97% Recycled Polyester, 3% Elastane/ Spandex. Wash 30 synthetics cycle. Model wears UK size Petite Small. Models height approx 5"3. Length approx: 120cm from centre back.

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