Darla Dress - Purple Print

Women's Plus Size Women's Plus Size Darla Dress - Purple Print

Detailed Garment Features

Fabric Composition: Crafted from 95% Polyester and 5% Spandex. This blend ensures the dress is highly durable, wrinkle-resistant, and offers a generous four-way stretch that moves with you rather than restricting you.

Sleeve Length: The sleeves measure 23cm, providing a classic short-sleeve silhouette that offers comfortable upper-arm coverage without feeling bulky.

Garment Length: At 125cm in length, this is a true maxi dress for most heights, offering a sleek, elongated look that flows beautifully while walking.

Design Details:

Front: Features elegant vertical pleating starting from the rounded neckline, which adds texture and allows the fabric to drape gracefully over the bust and midsection.
Back: A clean, seamless back construction that maintains the bold pattern's continuity.

Why You Will Love It

Effortless Style: It is a "one-and-done" outfit—simply slip it on and you look instantly polished.

Travel-Friendly: Thanks to the polyester/spandex blend, it won't crease in a suitcase, making it perfect for vacations.

All-Day Comfort: The breathable stretch fabric and relaxed "A-line" flow ensure you stay comfortable from morning to night.

Best Body Shape for This Style

While this dress is versatile, it is particularly stunning on Apple and Pear shapes.

Apple Shapes: The pleating at the neckline creates a vertical line that draws the eye down, while the loose fit through the waist provides comfort and camouflage.

Pear Shapes: The generous sweep of the 125cm skirt skims easily over the hips and thighs without clinging.



Why It Works for Curvy Figures

The Darla Dress is engineered for curves through its fluid drape. Instead of boxy tailoring, the fabric uses the Spandex content to mold slightly to the bust and then release into a wide hem. The pleats provide extra "room" where it's often needed most, ensuring the fabric doesn't pull across the stomach or hips.



Mix and Match Items

1. Denim Jacket: A cropped light-wash denim jacket adds a casual, youthful edge for daytime wear.

2. Wide-Bustle Belt: Add a cinch-waist belt if you want to create a more defined hourglass silhouette.

3. Longline Cardigan: For cooler evenings, a duster-length cardigan in a solid neutral creates a sophisticated layered look.

4. Footwear: Pairs perfectly with tan leather slides for the beach or block-heeled sandals for a garden party.



Color Pairing

To make the purple and paisley pop, try pairing this dress with:

Teal/Aqua: Pick up the cool tones in the paisley for your jewelry or handbag.

Peach/Coral: Use these warm tones for your lipstick or a light pashmina to brighten your face.

Metallic Gold: Gold hoops or strappy gold sandals complement the warm "peach" elements of the print beautifully.

Cream/Ivory: A crisp cream blazer or cardigan keeps the look airy and fresh

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INSURANCE

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Our Returns Policy

If any product you purchase is faulty, damaged through no fault of your own, not fit for its usual purpose, or simply unsuitable — even if you’ve just changed your mind — you can return it within 30 days for an exchange, refund, or store credit, subject to the terms below:

• All returns must include your original receipt (attached to the front of your parcel). Without a receipt, no refund can be processed.
• Goods must be returned with original tags and packaging and in clean, saleable condition.
• If you can’t find your receipt, and your product is in saleable condition, we’ll gladly offer an exchange or store credit instead.
• No refunds on Clearance and Sale items, unless faulty.
• Custom tees are non-returnable and non-exchangeable unless the garment or print is faulty. Make sure to double-check and order the correct size and colour before completing your purchase.

Fee Delivery Conditions - Exchange

Orders over $165 AUD (Australia) or $180 NZD (New Zealand) qualify for free delivery. However, if you return your entire order or most of the items, reducing the total below the free-shipping threshold, the original delivery cost will be deducted from your refund.

Please note:

We do not exchange or refund credit vouchers for cash.

Customers are responsible for return postage costs. If you request an exchange, we’ll cover free postage for sending the replacement item back to you.Use collapsible tabs for more detailed information that will help customers make a purchasing decision.

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