Karen Millen

Women's Black Figure Form Bandage Knit Velvet Piping Detail Military Midi Dress

A column of ornate silver-tone buttons runs the full length of the centre front, doubling as the dress's most striking design detail whilst giving the silhouette a precise, structured axis. Velvet piping traces the neckline, pocket flaps and cuffs - a considered contrast that sharpens every edge without adding bulk. Four patch pockets sit in military formation across the chest and hips, functional in proportion and flat against the body so the bandage knit holds its line. The bandage knit construction means the dress moves with the body rather than against it - fitted through the torso and tapering to a midi hem with a narrow front vent that allows a full stride. Long sleeves finish at the wrist with buttoned cuffs that echo the front fastening, tying the militaristic detail together from shoulder to hem. Crew neckline sits close to the throat for a clean, uninterrupted line - no hardware, no embellishment to compete with the button placket below. The bandage knit holds its shape across a full working day - there is no pulling, no shifting, no adjusting required. It sits close to the body with quiet authority, the structure doing the work so you don't have to think about it. The velvet piping catches the light subtly, which means the dress reads differently under office fluorescents than it does in an evening boardroom or a candlelit dinner. That range is the point. For the office, wear it exactly as the model does - pointed-toe court heels and nothing else. The silhouette is complete on its own. For an evening engagement, a structured clutch and a single bold piece of jewellery at the wrist is all it needs. This is a dress built for women who want their clothing to project confidence without requiring explanation - corporate events, client dinners, formal occasions where the dress code is smart but the expectation is sharper still. | Karen Millen Women's Figure Form Bandage Knit Velvet Piping Detail Military Midi Dress in Black | Size: 6 Colour: black