Belted strapless pleated embroidered sequined tulle midi dress
ELIE SAAB's dresses release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $3,850, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 40/100, and sustainability at 50/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · ELIE SAAB
- Category · Dresses
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This exquisite midi dress, crafted from delicate tulle with intricate embroidery and sequin work, is designed for special occasions rather than everyday wear. The "dry clean only" care instruction and the presence of delicate materials like silk and ramie suggest a garment that requires gentle handling to maintain its beauty.
Comfort Assessment 40/100
This midi dress, while beautifully detailed with sequins and embroidery, is made from a "non-stretchy fabric" and designed to be "fitted at the bust and waist," which could feel restrictive. The "leather belt" also cinches the waist, further limiting movement.
Sustainability Impact 50/100
This midi dress features a leather belt and a blend of conventional fossil-fuel synthetics like polyester, polyamide, and nylon, with no mention of recycled content or ethical sourcing for the leather.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Waist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| FR 44 | 88 cm | — cm | 114 cm |
| FR 34 | |||
| FR 40 | |||
| FR 42 | |||
| FR 36 | |||
| FR 38 | |||
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. Part of our exclusive capsule collection with Elie Saab, this midi dress is designed with utmost attention to detail, from the beautiful embroidery to the meticulous placement of each sequin. Made from tulle, it has a strapless neckline and full, pleated skirt. The leather belt further cinches your waist.
Editors’ Notes: EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. Part of our exclusive capsule collection with Elie Saab, this midi dress is designed with utmost attention to detail, from the beautiful embroidery to the meticulous placement of each sequin. Made from tulle, it has a strapless neckline and full, pleated skirt. The leather belt further cinches your waist.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Designed to be fitted at the bust and waist, loose at the hip Internal bust support Mid-weight, non-stretchy fabric Model is 177cm/ 5'10" and is wearing a FR 34 Model measurements: Bust: 79cm/ 31" Waist: 61cm/ 24" Hip: 89cm/ 35" View size guide
Details & Care: Beige sequined tulle, red leather Concealed hook and zip fastening at back 61% polyester, 18% polyamide, 15% silk, 3% ramie, 3% nylon; lining: 100% silk Dry clean
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