Bagatelle off-the-shoulder gathered duchesse silk-satin mini dress
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD's dresses release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $5,780, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 60/100, and sustainability at 80/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
- Category · Dresses
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This elegant dress, crafted from delicate duchesse silk-satin, is designed for special occasions rather than everyday wear, as indicated by its "dry clean" care instructions. While "handmade in England" suggests quality craftsmanship, the inherent fragility of silk means it requires gentle handling to maintain its beauty.
Comfort Assessment 60/100
While the duchesse silk-satin fabric sounds luxurious, the structured, corset-style bodice and non-stretchy nature of this mid-weight fabric suggest a garment designed more for form than flexible comfort.
Sustainability Impact 80/100
This exquisite mini dress is handmade in England from 100% silk, a natural fiber, which offers a positive step towards sustainability.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Waist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK 12 | 86 cm | 68 cm | 84 cm |
| UK 8 | |||
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| UK 14 | |||
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Editors’ Notes: Vivienne Westwood often looks to the archives for inspiration - for instance, this mini version of the 'Bagatelle' dress is inspired by one from the Spring '97 collection. A romantic choice for your reception or bridal shower, it's been handmade in England from duchesse silk-satin and has a structured, corset-style bodice with a draped off-the-shoulder neckline and voluminous pleated skirt.
Editors’ Notes: Vivienne Westwood often looks to the archives for inspiration - for instance, this mini version of the 'Bagatelle' dress is inspired by one from the Spring '97 collection. A romantic choice for your reception or bridal shower, it's been handmade in England from duchesse silk-satin and has a structured, corset-style bodice with a draped off-the-shoulder neckline and voluminous pleated skirt.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Designed to be fitted at the bust and waist, loose at the hip Internal bodice for support Mid-weight, structured, non-stretchy fabric Model is 175cm/ 5'9" and is wearing a UK 8 Model measurements: Bust: 81cm/ 31.75" Waist: 63cm/ 24.75" Hip: 91cm/ 36" View size guide
Details & Care: Ivory duchesse silk-satin Concealed hook and zip fastening at back 100% silk Dry clean Designer color: Pearl
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