Coast

Women's Blue Velvet Lace Midi Dress With Bow Belt

Velvet-flocked lace carries a dense, intricate floral pattern that catches the light differently from every angle - more dimensional than flat lace, with a tactile quality that reads clearly across a room. The high round neck is worked entirely in the open-weave lace, creating a sheer yoke that sits modestly while still revealing a hint of skin - a considered detail that sets this apart from a standard neckline. Short sleeves with a scalloped lace hem sit neatly at the elbow, adding structure to the upper body without the formality of a full sleeve. A satin bow belt sits at the natural waist, defining the silhouette cleanly before the skirt flares into a gentle A-line that moves well when walking. The midi length finishes with a raw scalloped lace hem - no clean-cut edge, just the natural curve of the lace pattern, which gives the skirt a refined, artisanal finish. Fully lined for comfort, so the lace sits smoothly against the body without any scratching or transparency through the body of the dress. A dress built for occasions where the details are noticed. The kind of event where you're seated at a ceremony, then standing for photographs, then dancing by the end of the evening - this handles all three without compromise. The structured lace holds its shape through a long day, the midi length works on any heel height, and the bow belt means the waist stays defined without anything needing to be adjusted. Worn as the model styles it, with minimal strappy heeled sandals and no competing jewellery at the neck, the sheer lace yoke does all the work. For a winter wedding or a black-tie evening, a sleek satin clutch and a simple drop earring are all it needs. The scalloped hem means the hemline has movement and interest without requiring a statement shoe - though one wouldn't go amiss. This is the dress you reach for when the occasion demands something that looks considered, not costumed. | Coast Women's Velvet Lace Midi Dress w/ Bow Belt in Black | Size: 8