Shape Chocolate Plunge Drape Detail Tailored Dress

Deep plunge neckline with a tailored lapel collar - the kind of neckline that does the talking before you've even walked in. Draped, ruched detailing at the waist and hip creates a gathered, sculpting effect that's built into the structure of the dress itself. Long sleeves with a split cuff detail lend a sharp, elongated finish to the silhouette - mini length keeps it firmly in night-out territory. Blazer-inspired bodice gives this a tailored, structured feel - the Shape collection's whole thing is architecture that works with your body, not against it. Note: due to the fabric composition, colour transfer may occur - keep that in mind when styling with lighter pieces. The drape does the heavy lifting here - gathered fabric pooling at the hip and waist means the fit is doing something considered, not just fitted. This is a dress that reads as dressed-up without trying too hard, which is exactly the point. The blazer neckline keeps it sharp enough for cocktail hour or a dinner reservation worth dressing for, while the mini length and plunge make the after-party just as viable. Wear it with barely-there heeled mules and minimal jewellery to let the structure speak, or layer a sleek longline coat over the top for the arrival. It's the kind of piece that transitions from the restaurant to the dancefloor without a second thought.