Olive Asymmetric Neck Maxi Dress

An olive maxi dress with an asymmetric neckline and shoulder straps that tie to length.

The neckline is cut off-centre, so the line across the chest runs on a diagonal and the dress never quite reads symmetrical. The straps tie rather than buckle, which means the height of that diagonal is a decision rather than a fixed measurement. The satin has a soft feel and falls with the length. A side zip closes invisibly with a hook and eye clasp. The dress is unlined.

An asymmetric neckline is enough of a design idea that nothing else needs adding, so leave the neck bare and put the jewellery on the ears. Olive suits a wedding better than most muted colours, since it reads considered rather than dark. A heel matches the length. Tie the straps shorter for a cleaner line, longer for a softer one, and the olive maxi dress covers both.