Coast Women's Pleated Long Sleeve Embroidered Bodice High Neck Midi Dress in Cobalt | Size: 16 Coast Cobalt 16

The bodice is worked in intricate embroidery with a raised, textural pattern that draws the eye from the high neck down to the waist - the contrast between this structured top half and the softly pleated skirt is what makes the dress. Fine accordion pleats run the full length of the midi skirt, fanning out as you move and settling back into neat, tight folds when you stand still. Long sleeves with a gathered, billowing cut through the forearm and cuff add volume without weight, keeping the silhouette balanced rather than heavy. A wide, covered buckle belt sits at the natural waist, cinching the transition between embroidered bodice and pleated skirt with a clean, deliberate finish. The high neck is trimmed with a delicate beaded or jewelled detail - a considered touch that means you can keep accessories minimal without the neckline looking bare. This dress works best when the rest of the look stays restrained. The embroidery, belt and neckline detail already carry a great deal, so it r