Purple Floral Strapless Maxi Dress

Strapless and floor grazing, in a purple floral print, with a straight neckline running across the bust.

An inner bust grip in rubber holds the top edge level, which is what a strapless dress lives or dies on. Gathered detail across the bodice pulls the print into folds rather than letting it lie flat, so the pattern shifts as you move. The back closes with an invisible zip and a hook. The dress is lined.

A floral at full length with nothing on the shoulders is a warm weather formal dress, and purple is unusual enough at a wedding to be remembered without being loud about it. The bare neckline leaves room for a necklace if you want one, though earrings alone keep it cleaner. A heel matches the length; on grass, choose a block. Let the purple maxi dress be the only pattern in the outfit.