Frilled Neck Smocked Bodice Velvet Mini Dress
Luxurious, romantic and made for special occasions — the Frilled Neck Smocked Bodice Velvet Mini Dress combines a premium 95% polyester / 5% elastane velvet-effect fabric with a delicate frilled neckline, a smocked bodice, long sleeves and a dramatically full fit-and-flare silhouette. High stretch. Available in rose red and black. Sizes S–XL. Browse our dresses collection.
Why You'll Love It
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Velvet-effect fabric — a soft, lustrous velvet-effect 95% polyester / 5% elastane blend that has the look and feel of luxury velvet with excellent stretch and recovery.
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Frilled neckline — a delicate frill at the neckline that adds a sweet, romantic, feminine quality and frames the face beautifully.
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Smocked bodice — gathered elastic smocking at the bodice that adds texture, a flattering fit and comfortable flexibility.
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Long sleeves — S: 26.0" / 66cm; full-length for a polished, elegant occasion look.
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High waist — sits at the natural waist for an elongating, flattering silhouette.
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Dramatically full hem — S hem: 71.3" / 181.1cm for a sweeping, voluminous fit-and-flare effect.
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High stretch — excellent stretch and recovery. True to size recommended.
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Two colours — available in rose red and black.
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Mini length — S=34.3" / 87cm; falls above the knee.
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Sizes S–XL (UK 8–22) with full measurements below.
Fabric & Care
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95% Polyester + 5% Elastane: velvet-effect, soft, high stretch.
- Hand wash cold or machine wash on the most gentle cycle. Do not bleach. Hang to dry. Do not iron directly on velvet.
How to Style It
Party / evening: wear with heeled sandals or strappy heels and simple gold jewellery for a stunning, romantic occasion look — the velvet-effect, frilled neckline and full skirt create a genuinely beautiful, special silhouette. Vogue UK names the velvet smocked mini one of the most romantically feminine and occasion-ready party choices. Date night: add heeled mules and a simple evening bag for a polished, effortlessly elegant look. Who What Wear UK covers velvet mini dress styling. Browse our dresses collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
▶ Does it stretch?
Yes — high stretch from the 5% elastane content. Excellent stretch and recovery. True to size recommended.
▶ What is smocking?
Smocking is rows of gathered elastic stitching sewn into the bodice — it creates a textured, honeycomb-like gathered effect and adds comfortable, flattering flexibility at the bodice without a zip or button closure.
▶ How full is the skirt?
Dramatically full — S hem: 71.3" / 181.1cm, XL: 80.2" / 203.8cm. The fit-and-flare cut creates a sweeping, voluminous and beautifully romantic effect.
▶ How long are the sleeves?
Full-length sleeves — S: 26.0" / 66cm, XL: 27.2" / 69cm.
▶ What occasions is this suitable for?
Party, evening, date night, occasion wear and any event where you want a genuinely romantic, feminine and special look. The velvet-effect, frilled neck and full skirt give this dress a beautiful, luxurious quality.
Size Guide — Body Measurements
| SIZE CHART — INCH (high stretch · true to size) |
| Size |
UK |
Bust |
Waist |
Shoulder |
Sleeve |
Length |
| S |
8–10 |
29.9 |
25.6 |
14.0 |
26.0 |
34.3 |
| M |
12–14 |
32.3 |
27.6 |
14.6 |
26.4 |
35.0 |
| L |
16–18 |
34.6 |
29.5 |
15.2 |
26.8 |
35.8 |
| XL |
20–22 |
37.8 |
32.3 |
16.0 |
27.2 |
36.6 |
| SIZE CHART — CM (high stretch · true to size) |
| Size |
UK |
Bust |
Waist |
Shoulder |
Sleeve |
Length |
| S |
8–10 |
76 |
65 |
35.5 |
66 |
87 |
| M |
12–14 |
82 |
70 |
37 |
67 |
89 |
| L |
16–18 |
88 |
75 |
38.5 |
68 |
91 |
| XL |
20–22 |
96 |
82 |
40.7 |
69 |
93 |
Specifications
| PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS |
| Material |
95% Polyester + 5% Elastane |
Neckline |
Frilled |
| Sleeve |
Long (S: 26.0" / 66cm) |
Bodice |
Smocked |
| Fabric |
Velvet-Effect |
Stretch |
High |
| Colours |
Rose Red / Black |
Length |
Mini (S: 34.3" / 87cm) |
| Sizes |
S, M, L, XL (UK 8–22) |
Occasion |
Party / Evening / Date Night |
