Karen Millen

Women's Purple Petite Lace Pocket Detail Midi Dress

All-over floral lace with an open-worked finish that catches the light without ever tipping into fussy - the scalloped hem and sleeve edges let the fabric speak for itself. A high, structured neckline gives the bodice a composed, upright quality that sets this apart from lower-cut occasion dresses. A column of jewelled buttons runs down the centre front, adding a considered decorative detail that reads as intentional rather than ornamental. The included belt cinches cleanly at the natural waist, giving the otherwise straight-cut silhouette a defined shape without pulling or bunching the lace. Cut to a midi length of approximately 125cm, the dress falls with just enough weight to sit smoothly - the petite proportions ensure the hemline lands correctly without alteration. Fully lined for comfort, so the lace sits against the body cleanly and moves with ease throughout the day. The high neck and midi length work together to create a silhouette that is composed from every angle - there is nothing to fidget with, nothing to adjust. The dress does the work. That structured bodice, anchored by the jewelled button detail and neatened by the belt, means it holds its shape from a morning ceremony through to an evening reception. The short sleeves keep it from feeling too formal, making it equally at home at a summer wedding, the races, or a graduation. Style it as the model does - strappy heeled sandals keep the line long and uninterrupted, letting the scalloped hem become the final flourish. For cooler occasions, a sharp tailored blazer thrown over the shoulders adds a layer without competing with the lace. Jewellery should be kept minimal; the button detail already provides a focal point, so a simple pair of drop earrings is all that is needed. | Karen Millen Petite Lace Pocket Detail Midi Dress in Plum | Size 6 Colour: purple