Blue V-Neck Knotted Ruffle Sleeve Shirred Layered Mini Dress UK
The Blue V-Neck Knotted Ruffle Sleeve Shirred Layered Mini Dress is a summer piece built on detail — and every detail is doing something beautiful. The knotted ruffle sleeves create dramatic movement, the shirred waist adjusts to your shape, and the layered skirt adds volume that's feminine without being fussy. In fresh blue, it's a dress that looks best in natural light. As Harper's Bazaar UK notes, layered mini dresses with ruffle detail are a key summer occasion piece.
Why You'll Love It
- Knotted ruffle sleeves — dramatic, voluminous sleeves with a knotted detail that creates visual interest at the shoulder
- Shirred waist — elasticated shirring that adjusts to your shape for a flattering, comfortable fit without fastenings
- Layered skirt — tiered or overlay skirt construction that adds movement and volume to the mini hemline
- V-neckline — elongating and flattering neckline that opens the décolletage elegantly
- Fresh blue colourway — versatile, summer-ready tone that photographs beautifully
- Mini length — confident hemline that pairs with heels or sandals
- Available in UK sizes S–XL
Size Chart (INCH)
| Size | Bust | Waist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| S (UK 8–10) | 33–34" | 25–26" | 32–33" |
| M (UK 12–14) | 35–36" | 27–28" | 33–34" |
| L (UK 16–18) | 37–38" | 29–30" | 34–35" |
| XL (UK 20–22) | 39–41" | 31–33" | 35–36" |
Size Chart (CM)
| Size | Bust | Waist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| S (UK 8–10) | 84–86 | 64–66 | 81–84 |
| M (UK 12–14) | 89–91 | 69–71 | 84–86 |
| L (UK 16–18) | 94–97 | 74–76 | 86–89 |
| XL (UK 20–22) | 99–104 | 79–84 | 89–91 |
How to Style
Wear with strappy nude sandals and gold hoops for a summer occasion look. Style with white trainers and a cropped denim jacket for a brunch outfit. The ruffle sleeves mean no jewellery is necessary. Browse more in our dresses collection.
Product Details
- Fabric: Lightweight woven — flowy and comfortable
- Care: Machine wash cold, gentle cycle. Hang to dry.
- Fit: Shirred waist adjusts; true to size recommended
- Occasion: Summer occasions, brunch, holiday, going out
- Model: Wears size S, height 170cm
FAQs
Does the shirred waist provide enough support?
Yes — the elasticated shirring at the waist provides a secure, flattering fit without any additional fastenings. It accommodates slight variations in size within each band.
How voluminous are the ruffle sleeves?
The knotted ruffle sleeves create noticeable volume at the shoulder and upper arm — this is a dress designed to be noticed. If you prefer minimal volume, this may not be the right style.
Is the layered skirt sheer?
The layered construction typically uses a lining or under-layer — check the product images for opacity. We recommend wearing nude underwear as a precaution with lighter colourways.
What occasions is this suitable for?
Garden parties, summer occasions, brunch, holiday dressing, birthday dinners and any warm-weather event where you want to look effortlessly feminine.
Can I wear this as a beach cover-up?
The mini length and relaxed shirred waist make it a beautiful beach-to-bar piece — throw over a bikini and add flat sandals for an instant holiday outfit.
- Material: 100%Polyester
- Fit: Regular
- Length: Mini
- Machine wash cold, gentle cycle. Hang to dry. Do not bleach or tumble dry.
- Model wears UK size 8 · Height 170 cm
- Standard UK (2–5 days) — free over £75, otherwise £3.99
- Express UK (1–2 days) — £5.99
- International — calculated at checkout
- 30-day easy returns · unworn with tags attached
All measurements in CM. When between sizes, size up.
| UK | EU | US | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 34 | 2 | 80–83 | 61–64 | 87–90 |
| 8 / S | 36 | 4 | 84–87 | 65–68 | 91–94 |
| 10 / M | 38 | 6 | 88–91 | 69–72 | 95–98 |
| 12 / L | 40 | 8 | 92–95 | 73–76 | 99–102 |
| 14 / XL | 42 | 10 | 96–99 | 77–80 | 103–106 |
| 16 | 44 | 12 | 100–103 | 81–84 | 107–110 |
All measurements in CM. Measure over underwear. When between sizes, size up.
Blue V-Neck Knotted Ruffle Sleeve Shirred Layered Mini Dress
Blue V-neck shirred mini dress — knotted ruffle sleeves, layered skirt. Machine wash. Summer occasion piece.
How to style it
Strappy nude sandals and gold hoops for occasions. White trainers and cropped denim jacket for brunch. Ruffle sleeves negate the need for jewellery.
Blue V-Neck Knotted Ruffle Sleeve Shirred Layered Mini Dress
Lightweight woven. V-neck. Knotted ruffle sleeves. Shirred waist. Layered skirt. Mini.
Strappy nude sandals and gold hoops for occasions. White trainers and cropped denim jacket for brunch. Ruffle sleeves...Shop this look
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