Tuxedo Illusion Sheath Midi Dress

A tuxedo-inspired sheath that turns a black dress into an actual outfit. This is the kind of cocktail dress that gets picked without much thinking about it: it is made in a substantial stretch ponte that holds its shape all evening, it follows the waist and releases cleanly over the hip, and the illusion panelling and a long sleeve does the rest. Ivy Quarter chose it because the cut holds up in real wear rather than only on a hanger.

Look closely and the construction is where the value sits — contrast black-and-white illusion panels, a crisp collar detail, set-in long sleeves and a fully lined body. The panelling is engineered to draw a long vertical line, which is why this one photographs so well. Nothing here is decorative for its own sake.

It is built for cocktail hours, holiday parties, rehearsal dinners and wedding-guest duty in cooler months. Style it with a pointed pump and a small clutch, or flat boots and a wool coat for the office version. The fit is true to the size chart, and sizing up gives a softer, easier line if you prefer one. Dry clean, or wash cold on delicate and lay flat to dry. Colour is shot in natural light rather than under studio lamps, which keeps the shade honest.

• Silhouette: long sleeve sheath midi
• Fabric: stretch ponte knit
• Detail: black and white illusion panels
• Lining: fully lined
• Colour: Black / White
• Sizes: 2 to 14
• Care: dry clean recommended

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