A knee-length chiffon dress with a built-in cape look
If you searched for a wrap style long chiffon mother of the bride dress with cape, we want you to know exactly what this dress is before you buy. It is a plus-size chiffon dress with a sheer, layered cape overlay and batwing-style sleeves. The neckline sits at or off the shoulders, with ladder-style cutout straps trimmed in a silver or rhinestone-style finish.
The body is fitted, and a handkerchief-hem chiffon layer floats over it. The length is above the knee to knee length. It is not floor-length, and it is not a true wrap dress. It pulls on over the head rather than tying or wrapping at the waist.
We are telling you this up front because it is the closest dress we have to what that search describes, and we would rather you choose it for the right reasons. If you want a shorter, easy-to-wear dress with the soft coverage of a cape, read on.
It comes in Red and Purple, in sizes XL, XXL, XXXL, 4XL and 5XL. Our price is $109, with free shipping to the US.
Why it works for a curvy customer who wants coverage and polish
This dress is cut for plus sizes, and the cape layer is the reason many people like it. It gives you the draped, covered look of a shawl without a separate wrap that slides off your shoulders all evening.
The cape overlay
In the photos, the sheer chiffon cape sits over the shoulders and upper arms, with wide batwing-style sleeves. The sleeve length is listed as half sleeve. That means the upper arms are covered by sheer fabric, not left bare, which many customers appreciate at events where they will be photographed.
Chiffon is light and moves when you walk. Because the cape is sheer and layered, it adds shape and a bit of movement without making the dress feel heavy.
The neckline and cutout straps
The neckline is listed as O-neck, while the photos show a square or off-shoulder line with ladder-style cutout straps. The decoration is listed as hollow out. Those straps are trimmed in silver or rhinestone-style detail, so the dress has a little sparkle near the shoulders without needing jewelry to carry it.
Since the neckline sits wide, we suggest checking how you like off-shoulder styles to sit. Choose the size that lets the straps rest comfortably instead of pulling.
The fitted body and chiffon hem
Below the cape, the dress is a fitted, knee-length sheath. A chiffon overlay with a handkerchief hem drapes over it, which means the hem has soft, uneven points instead of a straight line. This gives movement at the hemline, and the overlay softens the fitted shape underneath.
Fabric and feel
The listing gives the material as polyester, a synthetic fiber. The fabric is described as chemical fiber with a solid pattern, and the weaving craft is listed as tatting. The chiffon overlay and cape in the photos look sheer and lightweight.
The listing says the dress has slight stretch. That helps with moving and sitting, but it is not a stretchy knit. We have no fiber percentages or lining details from the supplier, so we are not going to guess. If you need to know whether you can wear it without a slip, please check the photos closely. Sheer layers can look different in different light.
The listed season is summer, which fits the lightweight chiffon. For cooler evenings, you may want a jacket or wrap over it.
Care instructions
No care label details came with the listing. These are our general suggestions for polyester chiffon, not manufacturer instructions:
- Check the label inside the dress when it arrives and follow it first.
- Wash gently by hand in cool water, or use a mesh bag on a delicate cycle.
- Skip bleach and fabric softener.
- Hang to dry away from direct heat.
- Use a cool iron or a steamer from a distance if needed, and avoid pressing on the trim.
- Be careful with the cutout straps and trim, since snags and heat can damage them.
Size guide
The dress is offered in XL, XXL, XXXL, 4XL and 5XL.
How to measure
No size chart is published for this dress, so please measure yourself and compare against the chart shown above, if one appears for your order. If no measurements are listed, contact us before you order and we will help you as best we can.
Use a soft tape measure and keep it snug, not tight.
- Bust: around the fullest part of your chest, with the tape level across your back.
- Waist: around your natural waist, usually the narrowest part of your torso.
- Hips: around the fullest part of your hips and seat.
- Shoulders and upper arms: measure across your shoulders and around your upper arm, since the neckline and cape sleeves sit there.
- Length: measure from your shoulder down to where you want the hem to land, such as just above or at the knee.
Which size should I choose?
The listing says regular fit with slight stretch, and the photos show a fitted body. That means the dress will follow your shape rather than hang loose.
Here is how we would think about it:
- If your measurements fall between two sizes, choose the larger one. A fitted dress with slight stretch is more comfortable with a little room.
- If you are wearing it for a long event with sitting and dancing, also lean toward the larger size.
- If you have a fuller bust or wider hips, choose the size that fits the largest of those measurements.
- If you are tall or petite, remember the length is listed as above knee to mini, so it may sit higher or lower on you than in the photos.
All sales are final for fit or change of mind, so take a few minutes with the tape measure before you order.
How to style it
The dress already has detail at the shoulders and a floaty cape, so keep the rest simple.
- Shoes: nude or metallic heels, block heels or dressy flat sandals all work. A closed shoe suits a cooler evening.
- Jewelry: the trimmed straps already catch the light, so choose small earrings or a simple bracelet. Skip a big necklace, since the neckline is wide.
- Bag: a small clutch in silver, black or a neutral shade.
- Hair: an updo or hair swept to one side shows off the shoulders and cutout straps.
- Shapewear: with a fitted body, many people like a smooth slip underneath. Choose one without straps that would show at the shoulders.
- Color: Red is a strong, bold choice with neutral accessories. Purple looks well with silver or soft gold.
If the event asks for a long gown, this is not the right dress. For a short dress with cape-style coverage, it does the job.
Where else you can wear it
A knee-length chiffon dress with sleeves covered by a cape can be useful beyond one occasion.
- Weddings: as a guest, or as mother of the bride or groom at a daytime, garden or casual wedding where a short dress is welcome. If your event is formal or black-tie, check the dress code first, because this dress is knee-length, not floor-length.
- Dinners and parties: birthdays, anniversaries and holiday get-togethers.
- Cruises and vacations: the lightweight fabric suits warm weather and packs without much bulk.
- Church and family events: the covered upper arms are helpful where you want more coverage than a strapless dress.
- Photos and milestone events: the chiffon cape adds movement in pictures.
The listing calls the style casual and the use party, so you can dress it up with heels or down with flat sandals.
Shipping
Free standard shipping to all 50 US states. Orders are made to order and ship from our production partner within 1 to 3 business days, then arrive in about 7 to 14 business days. You get a tracking link by email as soon as your order ships.
All sales are final
All sales are final. Because every item is made to order, we do not accept returns or exchanges for change of mind or fit, so please check the size information before ordering. If your order arrives damaged, defective or not as described, email us within 14 days of delivery with a photo and we will send a replacement or a refund.
Contact us
Email hello@dressdune.com. A real person replies within one business day.
Why shop with Dressdune
We are a US dress shop, and we try to write product pages the way we would explain a dress across the counter. That means telling you where a dress matches what you are looking for and where it does not.
For this dress, the honest summary is that it is a knee-length chiffon dress with a cape overlay, in plus sizes, not a floor-length wrap gown. If that suits your event, we think it is a good fit. If it does not, we would rather you know now.
Prices are in US dollars, shipping to the US is free, and our policies are written out above so you know what to expect before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
Is this dress floor-length?
No. The listing gives the length as above knee to mini, and the photos show a knee-length dress. If you need a long gown, this is not the one.
Is it a true wrap dress?
No. It pulls on over the head with no closure, and it does not tie or wrap at the waist. The cape overlay gives a wrapped, draped look at the shoulders, but the dress itself is a fitted pullover style.
Is the cape a separate piece?
In the photos, the cape appears to be a layered overlay that is part of the dress, and the listing describes it as one dress. We have not been told of a separate cape or shawl in the package.
Which colors can I order?
Red and Purple. The photos may show a different shade, so please go by the color you select when you order.
Can I return it if it does not fit?
All sales are final, with no returns or exchanges for fit or change of mind. If your dress arrives damaged, defective or is the wrong item, we will replace or refund it within 14 days of delivery. Please measure carefully and choose the larger size if you are between sizes.
