Lace Lantern Sleeve Belted Maxi Dress

There are dresses you wear and dresses you make an entrance in. This belted maxi from Brocade sits firmly in the second group, with a sheer lace bodice, a stand collar fastened by a row of pearl buttons, and full lantern sleeves that gather softly at the cuff. A matching buckle belt draws everything in at the waist before the skirt falls long and unbroken to the floor.

It is made from 100% polyester with no stretch, and the body is partially lined, so the lace stays sheer where it is meant to and the skirt keeps its weight and swing. The lace is worked across the bodice and sleeves in a fine floral pattern, while the lower half stays smooth and quiet by comparison. That contrast is what makes the dress feel considered rather than costume.

It is built for the events you plan around, so think garden weddings, engagement dinners and long celebrations where you want to stay covered and still feel dressed. Heeled sandals or a pointed pump work with the maxi length, and a small structured clutch keeps the line clean. Let the lace lead and keep jewelry delicate, or skip earrings entirely and let the collar do the work. It comes in gold, green and white in sizes S through 2XL.

Why you will love it

• Sheer floral lace bodice and full lantern sleeves
• Stand collar with a row of buttons and a matching buckle belt
• Material composition: 100% polyester
• No stretch, with a partially lined body
• Full length maxi skirt in gold, green or white

Care

• Machine wash cold
• Tumble dry low