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Maison Essentiele Buckle Mini Dress

Maison Essentiele

Buckle Mini Dress

$212$262−19%

Available sizes M XL

Why it's worth it

Exposed buckle, box pleats — summer dressed itself.

The Edit

A drop-waist halter mini where two fabrics do separate jobs — the 95% polyester crepe knit bodice hugs the torso with structured compression, while the 100% cotton box-pleated skirt swings free from the hip. An exposed metal buckle hardware closure sits at the right shoulder, visible and intentional, breaking the solid brown with a single moment of hardware. The square neckline stays flat without boning, held in place by the knit's inherent tension.

Insider Tip

Form-fitting crepe knit with zero give at the bodice — if you're between sizes, the brand explicitly recommends sizing up.

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