Coast Women's Petite Lace Peplum Belted Long Sleeve Midi Dress in Navy | Size: 18

Fine lace with an open-worked floral pattern runs throughout - the lined bodice and skirt keep it refined, while the sheer lace sleeves add quiet detail without veering into excess. A peplum waist with a toning self-belt cinches the silhouette cleanly, drawing the eye to the narrowest point before the skirt flares gradually into a midi-length fishtail hem. Jewel-embellished buttons run down the front placket - a considered finishing touch that reads as polished rather than ornate. The shirt collar grounds the lace in something structured, giving the dress a composed, tailored quality that works for formal daytime occasions as readily as evening events. The lining is breathable and soft against the skin, making the dress genuinely comfortable to wear across a full day - no fidgeting, no discomfort by the afternoon. The lace here behaves beautifully - it holds its shape through the bodice without feeling stiff, and the fishtail skirt has just enough movement to make an impression as you