Dorothy Perkins

Women's Natural Petite Keyhole Jersey Midi Dress

Keyhole neckline with a small gathered pleat beneath it - just enough detail at the bust to make it interesting without revealing too much. Structured puff shoulders taper into fitted long sleeves, giving the silhouette a polished shape from top to hem. Ruched gathering runs vertically down the bodice, drawing the eye and adding dimension to the front panel. The skirt falls in a smooth A-line from the waist, hitting at midi length - it moves well when walking and sits neatly without clinging. An all-over abstract animal print keeps the dress grounded in the current season while remaining easy to accessorise across occasions. Cut specifically for a petite frame, with proportions scaled so the midi length falls correctly and the waist sits exactly where it should. A dress that earns its place on a busy autumn weekend. The covered-up cut - long sleeves, modest neckline, midi hem - means it works just as well at a baby shower as it does at a relaxed birthday lunch or a Saturday afternoon catch-up with friends. The structured shoulders do the heavy lifting, so you can keep everything else simple. Pair it the way the model does here: knee-high boots ground the look and keep it seasonally appropriate, while the sleek silhouette below the waist lets the boot shaft sit flush against the leg. A small crossbody bag and simple gold jewellery are all it needs for daytime. If the weather calls for it, a tailored longline coat thrown over the top transitions it effortlessly from door to destination without losing any of its shape. | Dorothy Perkins Women's Petite Animal Keyhole Jersey Midi Dress | Size: 6 Colour: natural