Tie-neck pleated crepe de chine mini dress
THEORY's dresses release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $237, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 80/100, and sustainability at 60/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · THEORY
- Category · Dresses
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This mini dress, crafted from lightweight, non-stretchy crepe de chine, is designed for a slightly loose fit, which helps reduce stress on the fabric. However, the "dry clean" care instruction, without further justification, suggests a delicate nature.
Comfort Assessment 80/100
This mini dress, crafted from lightweight and fluid crepe de chine, offers a slightly loose fit for comfortable wear. While the main fabric is non-stretchy, the lining includes 3% spandex, which could add a subtle layer of comfort.
Sustainability Impact 60/100
This mini dress is made from 100% polyester crepe de chine with a 97% polyester and 3% spandex lining, materials that are conventional fossil-fuel synthetics without any mention of recycled content.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Sleeve | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium | 98 cm | 44 cm | 88 cm | 72 cm | 82 cm |
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: Theory's mini dress is designed with a shirt-style bodice and pleated mini skirt. It's made from crepe de chine and has utilitarian pockets and neck ties that sit under the collar.
Editors’ Notes: Theory's mini dress is designed with a shirt-style bodice and pleated mini skirt. It's made from crepe de chine and has utilitarian pockets and neck ties that sit under the collar.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Intended for a slightly loose fit Lightweight, fluid, non-stretchy fabric Model is 177cm/ 5'10" and is wearing a size Small Model measurements: Bust: 79cm/ 31" Waist: 61cm/ 24" Hip: 88.9cm/ 35" View size guide
Details & Care: Black crepe de chine Ties at neck, button fastenings through front 100% polyester; lining: 97% polyester, 3% spandex Dry clean Mother-of-pearl: China
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