Anne Klein SURF BLUE Plus Size Short Sleeve Midi Length Dress
Anne Klein Plus Size Short Sleeve Midi Length Dress

Plus Size Short Sleeve Midi Length Dress

$169.00
Color SURF BLUE
Size

A cotton broderie anglaise midi dress with short puff sleeves, a smocked elasticated waistband, and a gently flared A-line skirt that falls to midi length. Refined enough for a client-facing afternoon, comfortable enough for a full day of back-to-back commitments in warm weather.

  • cotton broderie anglaise, with tone-on-tone floral eyelet embroidery throughout
  • smocked elasticated waistband for a defined fit without a structured closure
  • short puff sleeves and a notched neckline with a slight V detail
  • Cut to midi length, with an A-line skirt that allows ease of movement

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Why It Works

A smocked-waist cotton eyelet dress that reads polished without requiring structured tailoring.

  • The elasticated smocked waistband creates a defined silhouette without the restriction of a fitted bodice, making it practical for a full day of wear.
  • 100% cotton broderie anglaise is breathable and appropriate for warm-weather work days, outdoor events, and weekend commitments.
  • The A-line midi skirt length is versatile across casual professional settings and social occasions without veering into formal or overly relaxed territory.

Use Cases

  • Warm-weather client lunch
  • Saturday afternoon garden party
  • Casual Friday at a creative or relaxed office
  • Weekend brunch with colleagues
  • Outdoor daytime event in summer

Compatibility

  • Pairs With: Lightweight cardigan or open-front blazer, Strappy block-heel sandal, Structured leather handbag, Delicate gold pendant necklace
  • Outfit Contexts: Warm-weather client lunch, Saturday afternoon event or garden party, Casual Friday at the office

Fit Logic

  • Silhouette: Fit-and-flare silhouette with a smocked elasticated waistband, a gently structured bodice, short puff sleeves, and a full A-line skirt falling to midi length
  • Best For: Plus size frames that benefit from a defined waist with skirt volume; the elasticated waistband accommodates a range of mid-section fits without tailoring
  • Styling Tip: Add a slim open-front cardigan at the shoulder to extend the dress into cooler evenings without disrupting the waist definition

Care Notes

  • Fabric: 100% Cotton broderie anglaise
  • Washing: Dry clean only
  • Drying: Do not tumble dry — dry clean process only
  • Ironing: If needed, press on a low cotton setting on the reverse side to protect the eyelet embroidery
  • Special Notes: The smocked elasticated waistband should not be wrung or stretched during any cleaning process

Country of Origin

  • China