n exceptionally feminine Chloé design from the Fall/Winter 2022 collection, this black midi dress balances the house’s romantic sensibility with a beautifully restrained monochromatic palette. Cut from a substantial yet refined 61% silk and 39% wool textile, the dress is distinguished by dramatic cascading ruffles that sweep from the shoulders down the sides of the bodice, creating a cape-like effect with movement from every angle.
The ruffles are finished with softly fringed 100% cotton braid trim, giving the otherwise polished black silhouette a subtly deconstructed quality. A clean round neckline and fitted bodice provide contrast to the volume of the sleeves, while the coordinating self-fabric belt defines the waist with a small double-ring buckle.
Below the waist, the dress opens into an elegant A-line midi skirt with soft fullness and movement. The dramatic shoulder treatment continues beautifully around the back, while a concealed center-back zipper maintains the clean silhouette.
The result is distinctly Chloé: romantic and architectural without becoming overly formal. The tonal black construction allows the shape, texture and movement of the silk-wool fabric to become the focus.
Designer: Chloé
Collection: Fall/Winter 2022
Style: Ruffle / Cape-Sleeve Belted Midi Dress
Style Number: CHC22WR027065
Color: Black / 001
Size: FR 38
Approx. US Size: US 6
Country of Manufacture: France
Material:
Outer shell: 61% Silk, 39% Wool
Braid / trim: 100% Cotton
Approximate Measurements
Photographed on a US size 4/6 mannequin. Measurements are approximate based on the garment's proportions and fit on the form:
Bust: approx. 35–36 in.
Waist: approx. 28–29 in.
Hip: approx. 39–40 in.
Shoulder: approx. 15 in.
Length, shoulder to hem: approx. 48–49 in.
Belt width: approx. 1/2 in.
The dramatic ruffle construction makes the shoulder/sleeve width intentionally fluid. Please use the measurements as a general fit reference rather than exact garment measurements.
Design Details
Round neckline
Dramatic layered cape-style ruffle sleeves
Cascading side ruffles
Fringed cotton braid trim
Fitted bodice
Removable/self-fabric waist belt
Double-ring belt hardware
Full A-line midi skirt
Concealed center-back zipper
Silk and wool construction
Made in France
Condition
Very good pre-owned condition.
Light pilling is present with minimal additional signs of wear consistent with previous use. Please review all photographs closely for the most accurate representation of condition.
The fringed/raw-effect trim is an intentional element of the design and should not be mistaken for unraveling or damage.
Styling
A particularly versatile Chloé piece that can transition from day to evening. Pair with tall leather boots for an understated Fall/Winter look or with pumps or strappy heels for cocktail, dinner or event dressing. The all-black palette also makes the dramatic ruffle construction exceptionally easy to style.
