Emerald Sweetheart Frill Midi Dress

An emerald midi dress with a sweetheart neckline and short sleeves worn off the shoulder.

The shoulders are elasticised, which is what holds the sleeves down off the shoulder line, and each sleeve finishes in an elasticised cuff. Gathered detail sits across the bust below the sweetheart curve, and a cross overlay carries the fabric to an attached waist tie under the bust, so the shape is drawn in at the narrowest point. The satin has a soft sheen. A hook and eye clasp closes the back invisibly, and the dress is partially lined.

A strong green is a colour to wear where the light is good, which makes this an afternoon wedding dress or a summer evening one. The neckline and bare shoulders already do plenty, so keep the neck clear and put the effort into earrings. A heel matches the midi length; a block heel is safer outdoors, and either way the emerald midi dress is the only colour needed.