Twik
Beaded Starfish Fringed Minidress
CA$120.00CAD
In Stock
Twik's Beaded Starfish Fringed Minidress is a fitted, sleeveless mini dress with adjustable thin straps and a knotted fringe hem. It features three beaded starfish appliques and is knit from a blend of 80% acrylic and 20% nylon. The dress has a slim fit and measures 24.50 inches (62 cm) from the top of the bust.
- Material
- Acrylic and nylon blend
- Gender
- female
- Style
- slim-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Mint/Pistachio Green
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGE
Specifications
Beaded starfish minidress with fringed hem and slim fit
Adjustable thin straps, beaded starfish decoration, fringed bottom, slim fit
- Material
- Acrylic and nylon blend
- Secondary
- nylon
- Style
- slim-fit
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- adjustable thin straps
- fine knit construction
- acrylic and nylon blend
- beaded starfish detail
- fringed hem
- slim fit silhouette
Product Insights
The Twik Beaded Starfish Fringed Minidress offers a subtle nautical look with three beaded starfish and knotted fringe on a soft, lightweight, breathable knit that resists stretching and fading thanks to its acrylic-nylon blend. At $120 CAD, it provides good value as a Canadian-designed Simons exclusive, though the slim fit requires sizing up if between sizes, and the beadwork demands hand or gentle machine washing.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- True to size for slim fit; brand recommends sizing up if between sizes or prefer looser fit.
- Fabric Hand
- Soft, lightweight, cashmere-like feel.
- Breathability & Moisture
- Breathable knit with moisture-wicking nylon.
- UV Resistance
- Acrylic UV resistance prevents fading of mint green color.
- Shape Retention
- No spandex knit holds shape and secures beads.
- Value
- $120 CAD Twik dress: priced between $80 and $361, designed in Canada, exclusive to Simons.
- Fit
- Knit holds shape and secures beadwork; size up if between sizes for comfortable fit.
- Design
- Three beaded starfish and knotted fringe offer a subtle nautical look, unlike allover sequin competitors.
- Bead retention
- Three beaded starfish on stable knit versus allover-beaded dresses.
- Care
- Hand wash or gentle machine to preserve bead threads.
- Brand reputation
- Twik, Simons' Canadian in-house brand, is praised for thick, well-made fabrics.
- Fabric quality
- 80% acrylic/20% nylon knit resists stretching to protect beadwork, resists fading, and feels soft.
Product record
- Title
- Beaded Starfish Fringed Minidress
- Brand
- Twik
- Price
- 120 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Twik brand quality and sizing consistency
- Twik is the exclusive in-house brand of Canadian department store Simons, with garments designed in Canada — a detail that offers a point of difference for shoppers who prefer locally conceived fashion over generic fast fashion.
- Multiple customers across different Twik product categories note that the brand maintains 'quality with affordable pricing,' and that its fabrics don't feel cheap or thin — a reassuring signal for a $120 dress where the value is in the decorative beadwork and knit rather than luxury materials.
Comparable beaded minidresses under $150
- The AKIRA dress ($79.90 USD) builds its shimmer from a 100% polyester base with allover lattice sequin and bead embellishment in a halter silhouette, whereas the Twik dress's acrylic/nylon knit and isolated starfish beads offer a softer, less mirrored surface, trading full sparkle for a more subtle textured accent.
- At $361 USD, the NastyGal version delivers hand-embellished all-over sequins, while the Twik dress achieves a comparable starfish-and-fringe silhouette at $120 CAD (approx. $90 USD), making the trend accessible in a knit-based, lower-surface-sparkle interpretation for under $150.
Breathability and feel in warm weather
- The 80% acrylic content gives the dress a soft, almost cashmere-like texture that feels plush against the skin, distinguishing it from stiffer cotton or linen sundresses and adding a cozy dimension to summer wear.
- Even a 20% nylon inclusion introduces some moisture-wicking capability, helping to pull light perspiration off the skin for faster evaporation than a pure acrylic knit, which means the dress feels less clammy during a warm afternoon stroll.
- The fine knit structure, with its interlocking loops, creates small channels that let air pass through and sweat escape, partially offsetting acrylic's tendency to trap heat—so the dress breathes noticeably better than a tightly woven synthetic of the same fibers.
- Acrylic's inherent resistance to ultraviolet light means the mint green stays vivid and the fabric won't degrade under repeated sun exposure, making the dress a durable choice for outdoor summer events.
Beaded starfish and fringe durability over time
- The 80% acrylic / 20% nylon knit without spandex resists excessive stretching, so the fabric around the beaded starfish won't repeatedly expand and contract — a cycle that, on high-stretch fabrics, can widen thread holes until beads pop off or threads snap, making this slim-fit dress inherently less stressful on its ornamental embellishment.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a fitted sleeveless minidress on a model: scoop neckline, thin shoulder straps, knit fabric in a light yellow-green color, three beaded starfish appliques on the front, and a knotted fringe hem.
- SilhouetteFitted, sleeveless mini dress with a straight body that narrows slightly at the waist and ends above mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high) - Neckline and strapsLow scooped neckline with thin spaghetti shoulder straps of the same knit fabric and color.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric and textureClose-knit, smooth knit fabric with a matte finish; fabric appears slightly form-fitting on the body.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high) - Fringe hemKnotted fringe hem composed of individual twisted tassels hanging from the bottom edge of the dress.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.60 · w 0.26 · h 0.10 (high) - Upper left starfish appliqueBeaded starfish applique positioned on the upper left chest of the dress.
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x 0.42 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Mid-right starfish appliqueSmaller beaded starfish applique located at the right midsection/waist area.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.34 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Lower left starfish appliqueBeaded starfish applique placed on the lower left front of the dress above the fringe.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.42 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Hemline finishRaw-appearance top edge above the fringe where the knit meets the tassels; no visible separate band or piping.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.56 · w 0.26 · h 0.06 (medium) - Accessories on modelModel wears two stacked bangle bracelets on the left wrist visible beside the dress; these are props and not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.36 · w 0.06 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the dress against a plain light gray background, three-quarter pose, soft diffuse lighting with minimal shadows, full-body crop showing legs and shoes.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio portrait of a standing model, slightly turned with weight on one leg and arms loosely positioned behind and to the side.
- BackgroundEven light gray seamless background with no visible props or set elements.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting with minimal harsh shadows; faint shadow cast on the studio floor near the model's feet.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.84 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (medium) - Shoes and floorModel wears translucent woven shoes; visible studio floor included as staging.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.80 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high)
Colors
pale chartreuse· main fabric#CBC494light mint green· bead embellishments - light beads#CCC493bright white· bead embellishments - white beads- SilhouetteFitted, sleeveless mini dress with a straight body that narrows slightly at the waist and ends above mid-thigh.
- 02
Product
Front view of a sleeveless, spaghetti-strap mini dress in a pale green knit fabric with three beaded starfish appliques on the front and a knotted fringe hem.
- Silhouette and viewFront-facing mini dress shown on a model from upper chest to mid-thigh, straight narrow silhouette with thin shoulder straps.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.80 (high) - Fabric and textureFine knit fabric with a slightly soft, matte surface visible across the bodice and skirt.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.60 (high) - Shoulder straps and necklineThin spaghetti straps with a shallow scooped neckline finishing close to the collarbone.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.12 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high) - Beaded starfish applique - upper leftFive-point starfish applique composed of white/pearlescent beads with clustered green beads at the center, placed on the left chest area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.15 · h 0.13 (high) - Beaded starfish applique - lower frontSecond five-point starfish applique of similar white/pearlescent beads with green bead center located on the lower front skirt toward the center-left.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Beaded embellishment - right sideA vertical cluster of small beaded elements in white and green located on the right mid-hip area, partially visible at the dress side.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.08 · h 0.18 (high) - Fringed hemKnotted twisted tassel fringe forming the hem, individual twisted strands hanging from the dress bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.82 · w 0.52 · h 0.16 (high) - Visible seamsNarrow topstitching or seam lines visible around the neckline and armhole openings.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.14 · w 0.48 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a model against a plain light gray background; even, diffuse lighting with soft shadowing and no visible packaging or props besides a bracelet on the model's wrist.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray studio background with even, diffuse lighting and soft shadows along the model's left side.
- Model hand and accessoryModel's left hand rests on front of dress wearing a translucent brown bangle; the hand and bangle are not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Crop and framingImage cropped from above the model's head to mid-thigh, centered on the torso and dress front.
- Image qualityHigh resolution and sharp focus on the dress details and appliques.
Colors
pale green· main fabric#D1C48Dwhite pearlescent· applique beads (base)#D1C692bright chartreuse green· applique beads (center)#C4BB85- Silhouette and viewFront-facing mini dress shown on a model from upper chest to mid-thigh, straight narrow silhouette with thin shoulder straps.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short, sleeveless knit minidress on a model. The dress has thin adjustable shoulder straps, a low scooped back, a smooth single-color knit body, and a row of twisted fringe tassels along the hem.
- Rear silhouetteStraight, close-fitting sleeveless minidress shown from the back with a scooped backline and smooth knit surface.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.63 (high) - Shoulder strapsTwo thin adjustable spaghetti straps with small hardware sliders visible on both shoulders.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.16 · w 0.05 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.16 · w 0.05 · h 0.08 (high) - Hem fringeEven row of medium-length twisted fringe tassels attached to the hem, hanging freely and spaced evenly around the skirt edge.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.62 · w 0.38 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric textureFine, smooth knit fabric with a slightly matte finish and no visible print or pattern.
- Visible seamsSubtle side seams visible from back view where the body narrows toward the waist and hips.Partial
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.50 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the dress against a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model poseModel standing with weight shifted to one leg, arms relaxed and hands near hips, head turned slightly to the side showing the back of the dress.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and faint shadow beneath the model.
- Footwear propModel is wearing translucent purple slip-on shoes with a lattice pattern; shoes are visible but not part of the product garment.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.80 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution studio image with sharp focus on the garment and neutral color rendering.
Colors
pale chartreuse· main body and fringe#CAC495- Rear silhouetteStraight, close-fitting sleeveless minidress shown from the back with a scooped backline and smooth knit surface.
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Q&A
2 answered- How does the dress fit? Is it true to size, or should I size up or down?
- The dress has a slim fit based on the product description. Sizing appears true to size, but given the slim cut, we recommend sizing up if you are between sizes or prefer a looser fit. Customer reviews on similar styles suggest the knit has minimal stretch.
- What is the exact percentage of acrylic and nylon in the blend? Is there any spandex for stretch?
- The fiber content is 80% acrylic and 20% nylon with no spandex, as stated in the product details. This blend provides some structure but minimal stretch, consistent with the slim fit.