• Voluminous bubble sleeves are gathered at both the shoulder and cuff, creating a rounded, billowing shape that adds softness without overwhelming the frame.
• An empire-line bodice with ruched detailing beneath the bust defines the waist high up, letting the skirt fall away freely - a silhouette that works across a range of body shapes.
• The tiered hem finishes with a generous gathered frill, giving the midi length movement and a gentle bounce as you walk.
• Trim detailing runs along the bodice seams, adding a considered finishing touch that reads as dressed-up without being overdone.
• Jersey fabric - soft and stretchy - means the dress moves with you rather than against you, holding its shape through a full day of wear.

The empire line does the heavy lifting here. By sitting the waist seam just below the bust, the skirt skims rather than clings, making this one of those rare occasion dresses that feels as comfortable at hour six as it did at hour one. The V-neckline keeps things refined without being too revealing - very much in line with dressing smartly without overthinking it. The bubble sleeves bring a romantic edge that suits a summer wedding or a garden party, while the tiered frill at the hem stops it reading too formal for something like a graduation lunch or a baby shower. Style it as the model does, with barely-there strappy heeled sandals to keep the focus on the dress itself. A delicate pendant necklace and small drop earrings are all you need to complete the look - anything heavier would compete with the sleeve detail. Machine washable, too, which is always worth knowing before an event-heavy season.