+ The Vanguard Medusa open-back crocheted cotton-blend dress
DIOTIMA's dresses release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $897, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 80/100, and sustainability at 60/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · DIOTIMA
- Category · Dresses
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This dress is intricately crocheted by hand from a cotton-blend, which suggests a delicate construction. While the mid-weight knit offers some substance, the open-back design and fringing indicate it's best suited for special occasions rather than everyday wear, making it less about rugged durability and more about artisanal beauty.
Comfort Assessment 80/100
This dress, crafted from a soft cotton-blend and intricately crocheted by hand, promises a delightful feel against the skin. Its figure-skimming fit suggests a comfortable drape, while the swishy fringing adds a playful, unrestrictive movement.
Sustainability Impact 60/100
This dress is crafted from a cotton-blend, which includes conventional nylon, a fossil-fuel synthetic without any indication of recycled content. While the Digital ID offers provenance, it doesn't directly address material sustainability.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Sleeve | Length | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| x small | 70 cm | 30 cm | 54 cm | 76 cm | 114 cm | 62 cm |
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: Diotima's 'Medusa' dress has been intricately crocheted by hand from soft cotton-blend in a figure-skimming fit and falls to tiers of swishy fringing. The metallic emerald tone makes it perfect for parties.
Editors’ Notes: Diotima's 'Medusa' dress has been intricately crocheted by hand from soft cotton-blend in a figure-skimming fit and falls to tiers of swishy fringing. The metallic emerald tone makes it perfect for parties.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Designed for a slim fit Mid-weight knit Model is 177cm/ 5'10" and is wearing a size XSmall Model measurements: Bust: 81cm/ 32" Waist: 65cm/ 25.5" Hip: 92cm/ 36" View size guide
Details & Care: Green and black cotton-blend Slips on 76% cotton, 24% nylon This product contains a Digital ID that unlocks access to tailor-made digital content including the item’s provenance, design features, styling tips and more. Scan the QR code on the care label to discover how to make the most of your item.
Delivery & Returns: Find out more about our delivery options . Try items in the comfort of your own home. If they're not quite right, you've got 28 days to request an exchange or return and send them back to us. We'll collect them from your nearest UPS drop off point. Free returns are offered within 14 days of delivery.