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Front view of a long button-front shirtdress with an all-over large abstract floral print, a classic shirt collar, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, a self fabric waist tie, and a center front slit; lightweight drapey fabric visible on skirt panels.

Contemporaine

Abstract Flowers Voile Shirtdress

4.5/5 (2)
CA$49.95CAD
Out of Stock

This Abstract Flowers Voile Shirtdress is a midi-length, loose-fitting shirt dress made from ultra-lightweight, slightly sheer cotton voile with a large-scale abstract floral print in cream, navy, and rust. It features an open V shirt collar, full-length pearly buttoning, pleated and buttoned cuffs, slit side-seam pockets, a removable matching tie belt, and side vents. The dress measures 46 inches (117 cm) from the top of the shoulder and falls at mid-calf, making it suitable for warm-weather wear over a slip or as a lightweight layer.

Material
Ultra-lightweight cotton voile
Gender
female
Style
casual, classic
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
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Specifications

Ultra-lightweight cotton voile shirtdress with abstract floral print, loose fit, and mid-calf length.

Open V collar, full-length pearly button front, pleated cuffs, side pockets, removable tie belt, side vents.

Material
Ultra-lightweight cotton voile
Style
casual, classic
Occasion
everyday, casual
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

Additional Attributes

  • Ultra-lightweight cotton voile
  • Slightly sheer
  • Unlined
  • Loose fit
  • Drop shoulders
  • Mid-calf length
  • Open V shirt collar
  • Full-length pearly buttoning
  • Pleated and buttoned cuffs
  • Slit side-seam pockets
  • Matching tie belt (removable)
  • Side vents
  • 46 inch length from top of shoulder

Product Insights

The Contemporaine Abstract Flowers Voile Shirtdress, 49.95 CAD, is a 100% cotton voile dress woven from 60s–100s count high-twist combed yarns chosen so the fabric stays crisp rather than limp, and its core promise is breathable, non-clinging warm-weather wear: the open high-twist weave wicks moisture and resists cling in humidity, the drop-shoulder cut hangs the ultra-light voile away from the torso to keep chest and back airy, extra armhole depth stops the non-stretch voile pulling at neck and underarm, and the lowered shoulder seam spreads load across upper arm and torso to ease shoulder pressure in long wear, with the light drape keeping those dropped shoulders in soft flowing lines instead of a boxy shape. Function follows the same logic: full-length front buttoning closes without assistance and also opens the dress into a long duster over trousers, jeans or a slip, pleated cuffs roll to three-quarters or push to the elbow, side vents release the hem, and the open V collar codes the piece as relaxed everyday holiday and summer dressing rather than office cotton; worn unbuttoned the vents let the voile slide without bunching. The tradeoffs are structural. Sizing is reported to run extra huge and is offered only in LARGE–XL, with no smaller size to step down to. The removable tie belt is the sole waist shaper, so knotted it defines a waist for hourglass and rectangle frames but unbelted the dress falls as a straight, voluminous column. Buttoned high, the deep navy-and-rust floral reads close to opaque despite the dress being unlined. Care is hand wash cold or machine wash inside out in a mesh bag, lay flat to dry, and never press the iron over the buttons. Voile itself descends from Bengal's fine muslins and became a warm-weather staple. Availability is out of stock, with a rating of 2 reviews.

Verified claims

Sizing
Reported to run extra huge, and offered only in LARGE–XL with no smaller size to step down to.
Waist shaping
The removable tie belt is the sole waist shaper; without it the dress falls as a straight, voluminous column.
Silhouette
Drop-shoulder construction gives a relaxed, slouchy outline that never pulls across Large or Extra Large frames.
Drop shoulders
The drop-shoulder cut hangs the voile away from the torso, keeping the chest and back airy.
Drape
The ultra-light voile keeps the dropped shoulder in soft, flowing lines rather than a boxy shape.
Shoulder comfort
The lowered shoulder seam spreads load across the upper arm and torso, easing shoulder pressure in long wear.
Fabric
100% cotton voile woven from 60s–100s count high-twist combed yarns that stay crisp, not limp
Breathability
Open high-twist cotton voile wicks moisture and stays crisp, preventing cling in humidity
Heritage
Voile descends from Bengal's fine muslins and became a warm-weather staple
Closure
Full-length front buttoning lets the dress close without assistance and also opens as a duster layer
Collar
The open V collar codes the dress as relaxed everyday, not office wear
Movement
Pleated cuffs roll up and side vents release the hem for unrestricted movement
Coverage
Buttoned high, the deep navy-and-rust floral reads close to opaque for unlined voile
Care instructions
Hand wash cold, or machine wash inside out in a mesh bag; lay flat to dry and never press the iron over the buttons
Construction
Extra armhole depth stops the non-stretch voile pulling at the neck and underarm.
Layering
Unbuttoned, it works as a long duster-style layer over trousers, jeans or a slip.
Belt styling
Knotted, the tie belt defines a waist for hourglass and rectangle frames; unbelted the dress skims straight.
Worn open
Worn open, it layers as a long duster over trousers, jeans or a slip.
Cuff styling
Pleated cuffs roll to three-quarters or push to the elbow for a relaxed look.
Open wear
Worn unbuttoned over a base layer, the side vents let the voile slide without bunching.
Occasion
The floral voile and open V collar read as holiday and summer dressing, not office cotton.

Product record

Title
Abstract Flowers Voile Shirtdress
Brand
Contemporaine
Price
49.95 CAD
Availability
Out of stock
Rating
2 reviews

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Abstract Flowers Voile Shirtdress: Choose this if you want an airy, warm-weather shirtdress in ultra-lightweight 100% cotton voile with a loose drop-shoulder fit, a removable self-fabric tie belt, buttoned cuffs, slit side-seam pockets, and side vents, in a large-scale abstract floral print falling to mid-calf (about 46 inches from the shoulder). Note that the fabric is slightly sheer and the dress is unlined, so consider layering if you prefer more coverage.[1,2,3]Pleated Chiffon Shirtdress: Choose this if you want a maxi-length, fit-and-flare shirtdress in ultra light, fluid sheer chiffon (100% recycled polyester) with pintucks, full-length shiny buttons, puff sleeves, and a removable matching tie belt. It has a partial chiffon lining, so the long semi-sheer sleeves and slightly sheer lower hem show through, which matters if you prefer fuller coverage. It comes in Black and Burgundy, in sizes X-SMALL through XX-LARGE, and measures 50.75 inches (129.0 cm) from the top of the shoulder.[4,5,6,7]Medallion Mosaic Pleated Chiffon Dress: Choose this if you want a flowy, fit-and-flare maxi in ultra-lightweight pleated chiffon, with an elasticized waist, slightly puffed three-quarter sheer sleeves, and golden buttons at the collar and cuffs. It suits shoppers drawn to an all-over small medallion print in Patterned Green and a design made from recycled polyester, exclusive to Contemporaine by Simons and designed in Canada. Note the sheer sleeves and the hem, where the outer chiffon extends below the lining and reads semi-transparent where the pleats separate.[8,9,10,11]

Image Analysis

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Abstract flowers voile shirtdress product image (primary)
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Product

Front view of a long button-front shirtdress with an all-over large abstract floral print, a classic shirt collar, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, a self fabric waist tie, and a center front slit; lightweight drapey fabric visible on skirt panels.

  • SilhouetteMidi-length shirt dress with a straight shirt-front body, defined waist from a tied fabric belt, and a center-front vertical opening showing a slit in the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high)
  • Collar and necklinePointed shirt collar with an open V neckline created by unfastened top buttons.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.07 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
  • ClosureVertical row of small round buttons down the center front from collar to skirt; buttons are spaced and visible on the front placket.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Sleeves and cuffsLong set-in sleeves with single-button cuffs; sleeves appear slightly blouson at the shoulder and fitted at the cuff.
    2 regionsx 0.56 · y 0.14 · w 0.36 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Waist tieSelf-fabric belt tied at the front forming a soft knot that visually defines the waist; belt is same printed fabric as the dress.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.44 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Fabric and drapeLightweight, slightly sheer voile-like woven fabric with soft drape visible in skirt folds and on sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.38 · w 0.60 · h 0.52 (high)
  • Print patternLarge-scale abstract floral motif composed of rounded petal shapes and circular centers in alternating colors covering the entire visible surface of the dress.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.22 · w 0.72 · h 0.68 (high)
  • Visible hardwareNo visible metal hardware; buttons appear to be sewn-on plastic or similar and match the light tone of the fabric.Partial
  • Pattern alignmentPrint continues across bodice, belt and skirt panels with large motifs crossing seam lines; motifs are not symmetrically centered.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.36 · w 0.52 · h 0.48 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a seated model on a black stool against a neutral gray backdrop with soft, even lighting and mild shadowing; model accessories include earrings and rings.

  • Shot compositionThree-quarter front view of a seated model, crop from head to below knees, centered in frame.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high)
  • BackgroundNeutral warm-gray seamless backdrop with slight texture and even studio lighting.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • PropBlack metal or painted stool visible behind and under the model, with a circular seat and visible leg.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.74 · w 0.32 · h 0.22 (high)
  • AccessoriesModel wears round drop earrings and at least one ring on the left hand resting on the hip.
    2 regionsx 0.30 · y 0.04 · w 0.24 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium)
  • Lighting and shadowSoft directional studio lighting from front-left producing gentle shadows under folds and along the right side of the model.

Colors

cream· base fabricnavy blue· large abstract shapes#2C3352rust red· floral centers and outlines
Abstract flowers voile shirtdress product image 2
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Product

Front view of a midi shirt dress with full button front, long sleeves with cuffs, a self-fabric waist tie knotted through a circular loop, and a large abstract floral print in cream, rust and navy.

  • SilhouetteStraight midi-length shirt dress falling below the knee with a defined waist created by a tied self-fabric belt.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.78 (high)
  • Collar and necklinePointed shirt collar with a V-shaped open neckline created by the unfastened top button.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.07 · w 0.25 · h 0.12 (high)
  • ClosureVertical central button placket with visible small round buttons running from chest to hem.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.20 · w 0.16 · h 0.60 (high)
  • SleevesLong sleeves gathered into narrow cuffs at the wrists; cuffs appear fastened and slightly elasticized or gathered.
    2 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Waist detailSelf-fabric belt threaded through a circular ring at the front center and tied, creating a gathered waist effect.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.38 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high)
  • PocketsRight hand appears inserted into a side seam pocket; left side shows hand resting against dress suggesting a pocket on that side as well.Partial
    2 regionsx 0.60 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.28 · y 0.52 · w 0.10 · h 0.22 (medium)
  • Fabric appearanceLightweight woven fabric with a soft drape and matte finish, consistent across the garment.
  • Print patternLarge-scale abstract floral motif with oversized petal and circular center shapes repeating across the dress.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.30 · w 0.52 · h 0.50 (high)

Other

Studio shot of a model wearing the dress against a neutral vertical-panel background and floor; visible sandals and soft diffuse lighting produce subtle shadows.

  • Shot compositionCentered vertical studio framing showing the model from head to mid-calf with the product as the focus.
  • BackgroundNeutral light taupe vertical-paneled backdrop with a slightly darker floor surface visible at the bottom.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Styling propModel wears thin black strappy flat sandals visible at the bottom of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.84 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting with soft shadowing along the floor and slight shadow under the dress hem.

Colors

cream· background fabricrust· floral shapesnavy· accent shapes#242A45
Abstract flowers voile shirtdress product image 3
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Product

Rear three-quarter view of a mid-length long-sleeve shirtdress with an abstract large-scale floral print, waist tie, cuffed sleeves, and a side slit at the hem.

  • Overall silhouetteMid-calf length, A-line shirtdress shown from a rear three-quarter angle, with the garment hanging loosely from the shoulders and narrowing slightly at the waist.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.47 · h 0.79 (high)
  • Collar and upper backShirt-style collar visible at the back of the neck with a smooth yoke area; collar lies flat and follows the neckline.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.07 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Sleeves and cuffsLong sleeves with single-button cuffs; sleeves are relaxed and reach the wrist where a narrow cuff closes them.
    2 regionsx 0.30 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.25 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.28 · w 0.16 · h 0.25 (high)
  • Waist tieNarrow fabric belt tied at the back, creating slight gathering at the waist and a defined waistline.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Side slitVertical slit at the side hem on the visible side, starting several inches above the hem and revealing a small portion of the leg.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.67 · w 0.10 · h 0.19 (high)
  • Print motifLarge-scale abstract floral pattern composed of irregular petal and leaf shapes distributed across the dress surface.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Fabric drape and textureLightweight, fluid fabric with soft drape and a slightly matte surface that follows body contours without stiffness.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.28 · w 0.36 · h 0.54 (medium)
  • Hem finishStraight finished hem that falls at mid-calf, even around the visible portion of the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.80 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Back detail ambiguityA shallow vertical seam or fold down the center back is visible but could be a natural fold or construction seam; classification uncertain.Uncertain
    1 regionx 0.48 · y 0.20 · w 0.08 · h 0.45 (medium)

Other

Studio shot showing a model standing on a neutral-toned floor against a vertically paneled neutral backdrop; soft directional lighting from the front-left creates subtle shadows.

  • Background and surfacePlain vertically paneled neutral beige-gray backdrop with a smooth matte floor surface in a slightly darker tone.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Model and poseFemale model standing with weight on one leg in a three-quarter rear pose, head turned to the left showing profile; hands relaxed by sides with one hand lightly touching the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.25 · y 0.05 · w 0.50 · h 0.90 (high)
  • FootwearFlat black strappy sandals visible on both feet, placed on the floor surface.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.87 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting producing mild shadows behind and under the model, with no strong highlights or specular glare.

Colors

warm cream· base fieldrust brown· large organic shapesdeep navy· leaf shapes#2C3352dark maroon· round centers

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Customer Reviews

2 total
4.5

2 reviews · out of 5

Fait très bien

★★★★★Renaude P.

Je suis satisfaite de cet achat

Love it or leave it!

★★★★★Loice N.

Wanted to love this dress but ran extra huge and had to return it sadly

Provenance

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