Fringed open-knit cotton midi dress
THE ELDER STATESMAN's dresses release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $2,150, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 80/100, and sustainability at 90/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · THE ELDER STATESMAN
- Category · Dresses
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This open-knit cotton midi dress, designed for beachwear, features a delicate construction that suggests it's not built for rugged use. The "dry clean only" care instruction further indicates a need for gentle handling, which is typical for garments with intricate details like knotted fringing.
Comfort Assessment 80/100
This midi dress, crafted from 100% cotton with an open-knit design, promises a breezy feel perfect for warm weather. Its mid-weight construction suggests a comfortable drape without being too heavy.
Sustainability Impact 90/100
This midi dress is crafted from 100% cotton and open-knitted in Los Angeles, suggesting a natural fiber and local production which are positive steps towards sustainability.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Waist | Length | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small | 72 cm | 68 cm | 125 cm | 72 cm |
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. The Elder Statesman's breezy Californian style shines through in our exclusive resort capsule. This dress has been open-knitted in Los Angeles from bubblegum-pink cotton and has knotted fringing along the hem. Style yours over a bikini when heading to the beach.
Editors’ Notes: EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. The Elder Statesman's breezy Californian style shines through in our exclusive resort capsule. This dress has been open-knitted in Los Angeles from bubblegum-pink cotton and has knotted fringing along the hem. Style yours over a bikini when heading to the beach.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Intended for a close fit Mid-weight, open knit Model is 175cm/ 5'9" and is wearing a size Small Model measurements: Bust: 81cm/ 32" Waist: 62cm/ 24.5" Hip: 89cm/ 35" View size guide
Details & Care: Bubblegum cotton Slips on 100% cotton Dry clean
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