Embroidered bodice minidress product image (primary)
Front view of a white sleeveless mini dress with narrow spaghetti straps, a V-shaped embroidered bodice, an empire seam with scalloped trim, and a loosely flared A-line skirt in a lightweight woven fabric.

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Embroidered Bodice Minidress

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CA$19.99CA$69.00-71%
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This Embroidered Bodice Minidress is a sleeveless, A-line dress made from 100% cotton fabric. It features a V-neckline with floral embroidery on the bodice, adjustable thin straps, and a stretch smocked back panel for fit. The flared cut measures 27.25 inches (69 cm) from the top of the bust, making it a lightweight option for warm-weather wear.

Material
100% cotton fabric
Gender
female
Style
a-line
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

Specifications

A-line minidress featuring an embroidered bodice, adjustable thin straps, and a stretch smocked back for a comfortable, flared fit.

Embroidered bodice, adjustable straps, smocked back panel, flared A-line cut.

Material
100% cotton fabric
Style
a-line
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

Additional Attributes

  • 100% cotton fabric
  • Adjustable thin straps
  • Stretch smocked strip insert on the back
  • Flared A-line cut
  • Embroidered bodice
  • Minidress length: 27.25 inches from top of bust
  • Smocked back panel for ease of wear

Product Insights

The Embroidered Bodice Minidress by Only, currently out of stock and priced at 69 CAD with a value comparison to a $100 Abercrombie dress at 39.95 CAD, prioritizes embroidery durability through a non-stretch cotton bodice, smocked back panel, and flared silhouette that prevent distortion and abrasion; adjustable straps with sliding clasps allow custom fit without damaging embroidery, while cold gentle wash and low heat care instructions preserve cotton and embroidery; the tradeoff is the non-stretch fabric which restricts stretch but ensures the embroidered chest remains flat and undistorted.

Verified claims

Embroidery durability
Both the main fabric and lining are 100% cotton, and the non-stretch bodice, smocked back panel, flared skirt, and adjustable straps work together to reduce embroidery wear.
Embroidery protection
Non-stretch cotton bodice and smocked back panel prevent embroidery distortion.
Value
At 39.95 CAD, includes smocked back and flared skirt absent from a $100 Abercrombie dress with embroidery flaws.
Abrasion protection
A-line skirt falls free, protecting embroidered chest from friction.
Strap design
Adjustable straps with sliding clasps let you fine-tune fit, preventing embroidery damage.
Strap adjustment
Sliding clasps allow length adjustment for custom fit without tools.
Care
Cold gentle wash and low heat preserve cotton and embroidery.
Embroidery longevity
Flared cut, smocked back, and care instructions preserve the embroidered bodice.
Fit and adjustability
The dress gets its fit ease from a smocked back panel, and the thin straps adjust with sliding clasps for a closer, more flexible fit.
Fit and sizing
Buyer reviews flag two sizing issues: the bodice runs small in the bust, and one order arrived with mismatched size tags (ordered small, tag said small, but the attached dress tag read large).

Product record

Title
Embroidered Bodice Minidress
Brand
Only
Price
69 CAD
Availability
Out of stock

Buying Guide

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Embroidered Bodice Minidress: Choose this for a warm-weather white mini sundress in fully cotton fabric, with a V-neck floral-embroidered bodice, scalloped underbust seam, and a loose flared A-line skirt. Adjustable thin spaghetti straps and a stretch smocked back panel offer flexible fit, and it comes in sizes X-Small through Large with a listed length of 27.25 inches (69 cm) from the top of the bust. Note that the lightweight woven fabric is described as appearing slightly sheer in layered areas of the skirt, which may matter depending on your comfort with coverage.[1,2,3,4]Supple Faux-Denim Cap-Sleeved Dress: Choose this if you want a lightweight, supple faux-denim sundress in 100% TENCEL lyocell, with a V-neck, cap sleeves, front button placket, and a self-fabric waist tie, in a short light blue cut measuring 33.25 inches (84.5 cm) from the shoulder. Note that a reviews analysis reports it runs at least one size too small, so consider ordering a size up, and that the shoulder cut may be uncomfortable or not drape properly depending on your shoulder width.[5,6,7]Lace V-Neck Minidress: Choose this if you want a lined stretch lace minidress with a V-neck, short fitted sleeves, and a gently flared skirt that ends above the knees at about 34 inches (86.5 cm) from the shoulder. The floral lace overlay is sheer at the sleeves and at the scalloped hem band, where the opaque lining stops higher, so it suits shoppers comfortable with semi-sheer lace details. Note the listed variants are limited to SMALL and MEDIUM in Ivory/Cream Beige or Brown.[8,9,10]

Image Analysis

3 images
Embroidered bodice minidress product image (primary)
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Product

Front view of a white sleeveless mini dress with narrow spaghetti straps, a V-shaped embroidered bodice, an empire seam with scalloped trim, and a loosely flared A-line skirt in a lightweight woven fabric.

  • SilhouetteLoose A-line mini dress with an empire waist; skirt falls freely from a seam below the bust to a short hem above mid-thigh.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high)
  • StrapsVery narrow spaghetti straps that sit on the outer edges of the shoulders.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Bodice embroideryV-shaped bodice with visible floral embroidery and texture across the cups and upper chest area.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Empire seam and trimHorizontal seam beneath the bust with a scalloped or waved trim detail that separates the embroidered bodice from the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.22 · w 0.48 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Fabric and textureLightweight woven fabric with a slightly crinkled or textured appearance, appearing semi-opaque in bright studio light.
    1 regionx 0.25 · y 0.20 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (high)
  • HemSimple narrow hem finishing the short skirt edge that sits above mid-thigh.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.48 · w 0.52 · h 0.10 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a standing model against a plain light neutral background with soft even lighting; visible props and styling include a red headband and transparent lattice flats.

  • Model and poseFemale model standing facing forward with one hand on hip and the other relaxed at side; full body visible from head to feet.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.02 · w 0.68 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Headband propWide bright red headband worn across the forehead and hair, contrasting with the dress.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.02 · w 0.24 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Shoes propTransparent lattice-style slip-on flats with visible pink insoles worn by the model.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.82 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with soft even studio lighting and subtle shadowing beneath the model.

Colors

white· dress body
Embroidered bodice minidress product image 2
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Product

Upper half of a white sundress with thin spaghetti straps, V-shaped neckline, embroidered floral bodice and a gathered seam under the bust leading to a lightweight flowing skirt. The image shows a front view from chest to upper hips, with the model's arms partially visible.

  • NecklineV-shaped neckline with narrow lace trim along the edge.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high)
  • StrapsTwo thin spaghetti straps, one over each shoulder, made from the same white fabric as the dress.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.16 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Embroidered bodiceDecorative floral embroidery on the bodice area above the bust, featuring raised stitched motifs that are the same light color as the dress.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.24 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Underbust seamA horizontal seam directly under the bust with a slightly scalloped finished edge separating the bodice from the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.36 · w 0.56 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Skirt fabric and vertical panelsLightweight, slightly textured woven fabric forming a loose, flowing skirt with visible vertical seam panels extending downward from the underbust seam.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Right arm croppingModel's right arm is partially visible and cropped at the lower image edge, slightly occluding the dress side seam.
    1 regionx 0.72 · y 0.36 · w 0.26 · h 0.48 (high)

Other

Studio shot showing a model from head to upper hips against a plain light background. A red headband and long straight hair are visible; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.

  • Shot compositionFrontal three-quarter crop from head to upper hips, dress centered in frame.
  • Model and styling propModel wearing a bright red wide fabric headband; long brown hair falls over the left shoulder and across the dress.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain uniform light gray or off-white background with soft, even studio lighting and subtle shadowing under the jaw and arm.

Colors

off-white· dress fabric and trim#F1F1F5
Embroidered bodice minidress product image 3
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Product

White sleeveless short dress with thin adjustable spaghetti straps, a smocked back bodice, and a flared skirt made from a lightweight woven fabric.

  • SilhouetteShort, A-line flared skirt beginning at a smocked bodice; dress falls above the knee on the model.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high)
  • Back bodiceHorizontal smocked elastic panel across the upper back forming the dress bodice's rear, with gathered stitching visible.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.22 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high)
  • StrapsThin adjustable spaghetti straps that attach at the top of the back bodice with visible metal slider hardware on each strap.
    1 regionx 0.50 · y 0.16 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Fabric textureLightweight woven fabric with a subtle natural texture and soft drape, appearing slightly sheer in layered areas of the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.44 · w 0.48 · h 0.46 (medium)
  • HemClean finished skirt hem that follows the flared silhouette and sits above mid-thigh on the model.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.76 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high)

Other

Studio shot showing a model in a three-quarter rear pose on a neutral light background; a red headband is worn as a prop and even lighting produces soft shadows.

  • Pose and angleModel shown from a rear three-quarter angle looking over her left shoulder; upper back and left arm are prominent.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.08 · w 0.52 · h 0.76 (high)
  • Headband propWide red fabric headband worn across the model's forehead and hair, contrasting with the dress color.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.02 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Background and lightingUniform pale neutral studio background with soft, even lighting and gentle shadows beneath the skirt and on the model's left arm.
  • Image cropFull body crop from just above the head to mid-thigh; lower legs and feet are not visible.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)

Colors

off-white· dress fabricmetallic silver· strap hardware

Brand PDP Lookup

Variants

8 SKUs
All variants of Embroidered Bodice Minidress
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4564913Embroidered Bodice Minidress - X-SmallCA$39.95CA$69.00Out of Stock
4564914Embroidered Bodice Minidress - SmallCA$39.95CA$69.00Out of Stock
4564915Embroidered Bodice Minidress - MediumCA$39.95CA$69.00Out of Stock
4564916Embroidered Bodice Minidress - LargeCA$39.95CA$69.00Out of Stock
4564917Embroidered Bodice Minidress - X-SmallCA$39.95CA$69.00Out of Stock
4564918Embroidered Bodice Minidress - SmallCA$39.95CA$69.00Out of Stock
4564919Embroidered Bodice Minidress - MediumCA$39.95CA$69.00Out of Stock
4564920Embroidered Bodice Minidress - LargeCA$39.95CA$69.00Out of Stock

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Customer Reviews

2 total
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2 reviews · out of 5

Parfaite

★★★★★Nathalie B.

Parfaite mais faite petite du buste, j'aurais aimé avoir une x-large mais ça arrête à large. À part le buste le reste tombe bien, alors je la garde quand-même.

Wrong size

★★★★★Jade G.

I ordered a small and the tag said small but the actual dress tag was a large

Reddit Insights

1 threads · r/AbercrombieandFitch

The Abercrombie linen-blend embroidered mini dress receives mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the inconsistent machine-embroidery quality for its $100 price.

negative sentiment80% match

Most comments express disappointment with the embroidery quality, noting it looks cheap and not as pictured, though one user received a good version.

Themes

Embroidery qualitynegative
Price-value rationegative

Watch Out For

mediumEmbroidery may look different from online photos; stitching may be loose or incorrectly placed.

Source Threads

  • Comment on inconsistent embroidery quality

    Insane for the price of the garment but yeah this is the quality I expect from machine embroidery from abercrombie

    u/osuisokView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/dresses/sundress/embroidered-bodice-minidress--22778-15370990?colourId=10
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