Karen Millen

Women's Red Plus Size Pleat Detail Ponte Keyhole Midi Dress

The keyhole cutout at the centre-front neckline offers a considered hint of skin - precise enough to feel intentional without compromising the dress's boardroom composure. Vertical pleat seams run from the waist to the hem, drawing the eye downward and giving the skirt its clean, structured front vent that allows ease of movement at the midi length. Viscose-rich ponte fabric carries a soft drape and cool handfeel that skims rather than clings - it holds its shape across a long day without stiffening or creasing heavily. Wide, short sleeves sit away from the arm with a relaxed drop-shoulder cut, balancing the fitted waist below without restricting movement. Midi length sits at approximately 125cm, landing well below the knee for a silhouette that reads as polished across formal and corporate settings. The front vent is the detail that makes this dress move. It breaks at mid-calf with just enough opening to give the ponte skirt a purposeful stride rather than a restrictive one - a small decision that changes how the whole dress wears. The fitted waist seam anchors the silhouette, while the wider sleeve keeps the proportions balanced and relaxed through the shoulder. This is a dress that works hardest in a professional environment: a board meeting, a client presentation, or a formal corporate event where the expectation is sharp but not ceremonial. The model pairs it with strappy heeled sandals, which lengthen the leg beneath the midi hem - a pairing that keeps the look refined. For evening commitments, a structured clutch and fine jewellery at the ear are all it needs. The ponte's smooth surface also layers cleanly under a tailored blazer when the occasion calls for it. | Karen Millen Plus Size Pleat Detail Ponte Keyhole Midi Dress in Chocolate | Size 3XL