Vinchy AI Review · Dresses

Strapless sequin-embellished open-knit midi dress

BALMAIN's dresses release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.

Tagged at $2,034, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 60/100, and sustainability at 60/100 for discerning shoppers.

Price · $2,034
Quick take: Strapless sequin-embellished open-knit midi dress from BALMAIN delivers 60/100 craftsmanship, 60/100 comfort, and 60/100 sustainability for dresses seekers.
  • Brand · BALMAIN
  • Category · Dresses
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AI scorecard

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Verdict: Strapless sequin-embellished open-knit midi dress by BALMAIN balances 60/100 build, 60/100 wearability, and 60/100 responsibility—solid for dresses seekers wanting a rounded profile.
60 Quality

Craftsmanship, stitching, and long-term durability.

60 Comfort

Movement, breathability, and day-long wear.

60 Sustainability

Environmental impact and responsible sourcing.

Brand BALMAIN
Price $2,034 $3,390

Attribute deep dive

We break down what drove each score so you can weigh trade-offs.

Quality Analysis 60/100

This Balmain dress, crafted from a mid-weight open knit with sequins, is designed to sculpt and hold your figure. While the open knit and figure-hugging fit suggest potential stress points, the mid-weight fabric offers a degree of resilience.

Comfort Assessment 60/100

This Balmain dress, with its "figure-hugging fit" and "textured open-knit," might feel a bit restrictive despite the open knit. The "tiny sequins" could also introduce some scratchiness, making it less than ideal for all-day wear.

Sustainability Impact 60/100

This garment contains conventional fossil-fuel synthetics (polyamide and polyester) without any mention of recycled content, which negatively impacts its sustainability profile.

Measurement breakdown

Measurements across available sizes.

SizeBustWaistLengthHip
FR 3458 cm60 cm100 cm66 cm
FR 40
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FR 42
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FR 36
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FR 44
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FR 38
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Garment details

Need-to-know info pulled from the retailer’s description, sizing notes, and care callouts.

Editors’ Notes: Flecked with tiny sequins, Balmain's dress is made from a textured open-knit that shows off flashes of skin - temper the sheerness with a neutral bodysuit. It has a strapless neckline and figure-hugging fit all the way down to the midi hem.

Editors’ Notes: Flecked with tiny sequins, Balmain's dress is made from a textured open-knit that shows off flashes of skin - temper the sheerness with a neutral bodysuit. It has a strapless neckline and figure-hugging fit all the way down to the midi hem.

Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Designed to sculpt and hold your figure Mid-weight, open knit Model is 180cm/ 5'11" and is wearing a FR 36 Model measurements: Bust: 86cm/ 34" Waist: 65cm/ 25.5" Hip: 90cm/ 35.5" View size guide

Details & Care: Pastel-pink open-knit Zip fastening along back 70% viscose, 16% polyamide, 14% polyester

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.

Need-to-know
  • Brand: BALMAIN
  • Category: Dresses
  • Price: $2,034
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