Elsie Dreamy Lilac Puff Sleeve Chiffon Maxi Dress

There's a moment just before you walk in — the light has gone gold, someone hands you a glass, and you realise you haven't thought about what you're wearing since you left the house. That's what this soft lilac dress is made for: garden weddings, spring race days, long lunches that drift into evening. It moves before you do, so you can simply enjoy the day.

Why you'll love it

• A soft, daylight lilac - Not a bright purple, but a pale, gentle lilac that runs from the square neckline all the way to the floor — the kind of shade a garden afternoon was built around.
• Puff sleeves that finish above the elbow - Short and voluminous, gathered high on the arm, so there's a little softness across the upper arm instead of a bare shoulder. It's a puff sleeve dress that sits as easily at a ceremony as it does later in the evening.
• A defined empire line - The gathered bodice runs into a fitted empire waistband that sits just under the bust, marking the narrowest point before the skirt begins.
• A skirt that moves with you - Full, multi-layered and floor-length in a sheer, floaty chiffon-look fabric with a tiered, high-low hem, it lifts in the breeze and settles again as you walk.

Style it

A block heel or wedge for grass and lawn receptions, or strappy sandals in nude or soft gold for a warmer afternoon. Delicate gold jewellery, a small clutch and loose waves are all this lilac maxi dress needs — the sleeves and skirt are already doing the talking. For race day, add a cream or gold headpiece and a structured bag; for a long summer lunch, leave the jewellery off and let it stay effortless.

Care

We recommend gentle hand washing in cool water, on its own, with a soft touch through the sheer layers. Reshape and dry flat, away from direct sunlight. If the skirt needs settling, hang it for a few hours and let the layers fall back into place.

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