Burgundy Red Floral Halter Maxi Dress

A floral print maxi dress in burgundy and red, gathered at the neck into a halter that ties closed.

The halter neckline ties rather than clasps, so the fit at the neck is set by hand and stays there. Ruffle detail breaks up the length, and a split at the side keeps the dress moving instead of hanging still. The floral print runs across the whole piece in reds. An invisible zip closes the back, finished with a hook and eye clasp, and the dress is lined.

A halter leaves the shoulders and upper back open, which makes this a warm weather dress first: a garden party, an outdoor wedding, an evening that starts in daylight. Ruffles and a print already give the eye plenty to do, so keep the accessories plain and let the side split show a flat sandal or a low heel. Hair off the neck finishes the line the halter starts.