Strapless High Split Formal Dress | Black Tie Maxi Gown

Black strapless ruched maxi dress with thigh-high split and draped side panel

Vivienne | Strapless High Split Formal Dress

$74.99

Strapless Black Formal Dress with a Thigh-High Split

Vivienne is a strapless formal dress cut close to the body, then released into a floor-length maxi skirt with a sweeping thigh-high split. Soft ruching gathers across the bodice and hips, while a draped panel falls from the split and pools into a slight train at the hem. Wear it to a black tie event, a Christmas party, an evening wedding or your next formal, and let the clean lines do the talking.

Product Details

Fabric look/feel: Smooth, matte woven fabric with a soft, substantial drape.
Neckline: Straight-across strapless neckline finished with a folded cuff band.
Cut/Fit: Fitted bodycon silhouette through the bust, waist and hips.
Details: Horizontal ruching across the bodice and a gathered drape at the hip.
Split: High front leg split with a cascading side panel that flows to the floor.
Length: Floor-length maxi with a gentle train at the back hem.
Style: Elegant evening and cocktail dress, ideal for black tie dress codes.

Styling Tips

Pull your hair into a sleek bun and add stacked gold cuffs and strappy heeled sandals for a polished black tie look.
For a Christmas party, layer a cropped faux fur jacket over the shoulders and finish with a sparkly clutch and statement earrings.
Take it to a cocktail evening with a tailored oversized blazer worn open, pointed heels and a slick of red lip.

Care

Gentle cold hand wash or a delicate machine cycle, then hang or dry flat away from direct heat. Cool iron on the reverse if needed, and always check the care label first.

Size & Fit

The photos show a close, body-skimming fit from the neckline to below the hips, so this dress is designed to sit snugly. Take your usual size for a sculpted look; if you are between sizes or prefer a little more ease through the bodice, size up. The floor-length hem is best paired with heels.

Size Guide

Size	US	AU	Bust cm (in)	Waist cm (in)	Hip cm (in)
S	2–4	8	84–86 (33–34)	64–66 (25–26)	90–93 (35.5–36.5)
M	6–8	10	89–91 (35–36)	69–71 (27–28)	95–98 (37.5–38.5)
L	10–12	12	94–98 (37–38.5)	74–77 (29–30.5)	100–104 (39.5–41)

Estimated body measurements. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up.

A sleek black evening dress you can rely on for every formal invite on the calendar.

Good to know

Colour: colours can look slightly different depending on lighting and your screen settings.
Measurements: sizes are measured by hand, so small differences of 1–3 cm are possible.
Creases from shipping: light creases from packaging fall out after a day on a hanger or with a little steam.

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