Maxi Dress in Satin-Feel Pleats with Bardot Neckline

A polished floor-length occasion dress with a sculpted Bardot neckline, diagonal pleating through the bodice and a clean skirt that falls into a soft flare. The wide folded off-shoulder band frames the collarbone beautifully, while the gathered waist detailing gives the dress a more defined, dressed-up shape than a plain satin maxi.

Made from smooth polyester with a satin-look sheen and slight stretch, this style is designed for weddings, black-tie events and mother-of-the-bride dressing where you want coverage, structure and a long elegant line. Unlike heavily boned formal gowns, this dress keeps the silhouette slimmer and cleaner through the torso, with pleating across the midsection and a gentle fishtail effect from the lower skirt. The grey colourway feels understated and modern, wine red reads richest for evening, and green brings a stronger jewel-tone finish in photos.

Details

• Colours: Grey, Wine Red, Green
• Fabric: Satin-look polyester with slight stretch
• Neckline: Bardot off-shoulder with wide folded band
• Bodice: Diagonal pleating with gathered waist shaping
• Length: Maxi
• Fit: Slim through the bust, waist and hips with a soft flare through the hem
• Occasion: Wedding guest, mother of the bride, formal eveningwear

How It Fits - UK Sizing

Garment measurements were not supplied for this style, so use the body-measurement guide below to choose your best fit.

This dress is cut close through the upper body and hip before easing out through the lower skirt. If you are between sizes or fuller in the bust, choose the larger size so the Bardot neckline sits smoothly across the shoulders.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the off-shoulder neckline stay in place during an event?

Yes. The neckline is built with a wide folded Bardot band rather than a narrow edge, so it sits flatter across the collarbone and looks more secure for long formal events. A strapless bra is the best match.

Does the dress cling over the stomach and hips?

The bodice is more forgiving than a flat-cut satin dress because the diagonal pleating breaks up the front of the torso. It still fits slim through the waist and hip, then softens into a gentle flare lower down.

Which colour works best for mother-of-the-bride dressing?

Grey is the most understated option for daytime ceremonies, wine red feels the most formal for evening receptions, and green gives the boldest jewel-tone look if you want more presence in photographs.

Care

• Machine wash at 30°C on a gentle cycle with similar colours
• Turn inside out before washing to protect any prints or embellishments
• Do not tumble dry — line dry to keep the fabric’s shape
• Iron on a low setting if needed; do not iron over prints
• Do not bleach

UK Delivery & Returns

How long does UK delivery take?

Standard UK delivery takes 7–14 working days from the day you order. Delivery is free on every order, with no minimum spend.

What is your returns policy?

You have 14 days from the day your order arrives to return any item in its original condition with tags still attached. Once we receive your return, we’ll process the refund to your original payment method within 5 working days.