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Alba | Paneled Black Formal Maxi Dress
Elegant Black A-Line Maxi Dress with Flowing Contrast Panels
Meet Alba, a black maxi dress that is quietly dramatic. Its A-line skirt is cut with tall white godet panels set between black sections, so the hem opens into soft, sweeping volume with every step. A fitted bodice on slim straps keeps the top clean and polished, making it an elegant evening dress for fall party guest invitations, holiday parties and black tie dinners.
Product Details
- Fabric look/feel: Smooth, matte black fabric on the bodice with lighter, fluid white panels that drape and move.
- Cut/Fit: Close-fitting through the bust and waist, flaring into a full A-line skirt below the hips.
- Neckline: Softly curved sweetheart-style neckline with seamed bust detailing.
- Sleeves: Sleeveless with thin spaghetti straps.
- Length: Floor-grazing maxi length with a gently pooling hem.
- Details/Finish: Tall pointed contrast panels inserted into the skirt create a striking two-tone pattern and plenty of movement.
- Style: Classic black-and-white colorblock with a graphic, gallery-ready feel.
Styling Tips
- For a fall celebration, add strappy heels, gold drop earrings and a slim cream clutch.
- Layer a sharp black blazer over the shoulders for cooler evenings and holiday dinners.
- Dress it down for a city day with a quilted mini bag, oversized sunglasses and flat sandals.
Care
Gentle cold hand wash or delicate machine cycle inside out, then hang to dry. Cool iron or steam the panels if needed, and always check the care label.
Size & Fit
The bodice sits close to the body while the skirt is loose and flowing. Choose your usual size for a defined waist; if you are between sizes or prefer more ease through the bust, size up.
Size Guide
| Size | US | Bust in (cm) | Waist in (cm) | Hip in (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 0–2 | 32–33 (81–84) | 24–25 (61–64) | 34.5–35.5 (88–90) |
| S | 2–4 | 33–34 (84–86) | 25–26 (64–66) | 35.5–36.5 (90–93) |
| M | 6–8 | 35–36 (89–91) | 27–28 (69–71) | 37.5–38.5 (95–98) |
| L | 10–12 | 37–38.5 (94–98) | 29–30.5 (74–77) | 39.5–41 (100–104) |
| XL | 14–16 | 40–41.5 (102–105) | 32–33.5 (81–85) | 42.5–44 (108–112) |
Estimated body measurements. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up.
A two-tone A-line maxi that turns every entrance into a moment, from party season to holiday nights.
Good to know
- Color: colors 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.