Kaia butter yellow open-back maxi dress product image (primary)
Front-facing sleeveless maxi dress in a soft pale yellow worn by a model; V-neck bodice with gathered underbust seam and a flowing A-line skirt that reaches the ankles.

MINKPINK

Kaia Butter Yellow Open-Back Maxi Dress

3.3/5 (2)
CA$49.95CAD
In Stock

The MINKPINK Kaia is a butter yellow open-back maxi dress crafted from a linen and viscose blend (55% linen, 45% viscose). It features a flared empire silhouette with a plunging V-neck, ruching at the bust, a broad topstitched stripe, and a hidden back zip, measuring 50.75 inches from the shoulder. Customer reviews indicate the sizing runs small, so consider sizing up for a better fit.

Color
Butter Yellow
Material
Linen and viscose blend
Gender
female
Style
empire-waist, flared, boho, romantic
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

Color

Sunflower Yellow

Size

LARGEX-LARGE

Specifications

A butter yellow maxi dress with an open back and plunging V-neck, featuring a flared empire fit and ruched bust detailing.

Open back, plunging V-neck, ruched bust, broad topstitched stripe, hidden zip closure

Color
Butter Yellow · yellow
Material
Linen and viscose blend
Secondary
viscose
Style
empire-waist, flared, boho, romantic
Occasion
party, wedding, vacation, date-night
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

Additional Attributes

  • supple and breathable linen-viscose blend fabric
  • fine bust lining
  • flared empire silhouette
  • maxi length
  • open back design
  • plunging V-neckline
  • ruched detailing under bust
  • broad topstitched stripe trim
  • concealed back zipper closure

Product Insights

The MINKPINK Kaia Butter Yellow Open-Back Maxi Dress, originally $199 now $49.95, offers a plunging V and open back with ruching and topstitching in a pale butter yellow — a trend validated by Spring 2026 runways. Made from 55% linen and 45% viscose, it is soft from first wear, breathable (RET 0.45), colorfast, and resists wrinkles, though it requires hand-washing and air-drying to limit shrinkage. The ruched bust accommodates B-C cups but may pull on others, and the empire seam can sit low on petite frames. No standard bras fit due to the open back and plunging V, requiring adhesive cups or a converter, and the hidden back zip often needs assistance. The dress can be stepped into, and the actual color is more muted than product photos. Despite these tradeoffs, it delivers an on-trend, breathable natural-fiber design with a dramatic silhouette.

Verified claims

Fit
Ruched bust accommodates B-C cups; non-stretch fabric may cause pulling outside that range, and empire seam may sit low on petite frames.
Length
50.75 inch length hits mid-calf to ankle on most heights.
Wearability
Open back and plunging V eliminate standard bras; hidden back zip may require a helper; fabric soft from first wear; ruched construction holds shape.
Breathability
Fabric is rated Very Good breathability, dissipating moisture almost as fast as pure linen (RET 0.45).
Care
Cold-water hand-wash required; shrinkage limited to 3–6% with proper care.
Softness
Soft from first wear, softens with washing, resists wrinkles, and holds color.
Fabric
55% linen, 45% viscose: breathable, soft from first wear, colorfast; hand wash, shade dry.
Design
Plunging V and open back with ruching, in runway butter yellow from Contemporaine.
Pricing
Dropped 75% from $199 to $49.95 for natural-fiber open-back dress.
Ruching and topstitching
Ruching and topstitched stripe replace shirring, holding shape and accommodating B-C cups.
Trend validation
Butter yellow appears in Spring 2026 collections from Chanel to Dior and is hailed as a timeless tone for all skin tones.
Styling pairings
Gold jewelry, blue accents, neutrals like ivory, and chocolate brown for evening elevate the butter yellow dress.
Color appearance
The butter yellow color is a pale, creamy shade—less vibrant than product photos.
Washing
Hand-wash cold, air-dry to limit shrinkage to 3-6% and preserve fiber strength.
Bra compatibility
Standard bras not possible; bust lining unsupportive; adhesive cups or converter required.
Dressing logistics
Hidden zip in open back often needs assistance to close.
Dressing method
Dress can be stepped into, not pulled overhead.
Zip closure
Back zipper often needs a helper to close the final inches.
Undergarments
No standard bra fits; requires adhesive cups or low-back converter.
Color accuracy
Butter yellow is softer and more muted than product photos.
Dye quality
Viscose blend ensures uniform color and resists fading.
Color versatility
Butter yellow pairs with gold, neutrals, blues; headlines 2026 runways.

Product record

Title
Kaia Butter Yellow Open-Back Maxi Dress
Brand
MINKPINK
Price
199 CAD
Availability
In stock
Rating
3.3 stars, 3 reviews, scale 5

Image Analysis

3 images
Kaia butter yellow open-back maxi dress product image (primary)
01

Product

Front-facing sleeveless maxi dress in a soft pale yellow worn by a model; V-neck bodice with gathered underbust seam and a flowing A-line skirt that reaches the ankles.

  • Silhouette and necklineSleeveless maxi dress with a deep V-neck front and a fitted bodice that gathers beneath the bust, flowing into a full A-line skirt.
    1 regionx 0.31 · y 0.10 · w 0.38 · h 0.75 (high)
  • Material and finishSmooth, lightweight woven fabric with a matte finish and soft drape visible in the skirt's fall and small folds.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.40 · w 0.34 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Waist seam detailHorizontal seam or band just under the bust creating a slightly raised empire waistline and subtle gathering at the front center.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.29 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Hem length and shapeAnkle-length hem with a gently flared skirt creating an A-line profile toward the lower edge.
    1 regionx 0.31 · y 0.62 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Visible garment colorUniform pale butter yellow color across the entire visible dress surface.
    1 regionx 0.31 · y 0.10 · w 0.38 · h 0.85 (high)

Packaging

Retail beverage packaging visible: multiple bottled drinks with colored labels on display inside a cart and a white printed menu panel mounted on the cart.

  • Bottled beveragesMultiple clear glass bottles with visible rectangular colored labels (predominantly teal and orange) arranged in the cart interior behind the model.
    2 regionsx 0.48 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.36 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (medium)
  • Menu panel textVertical white sign panel on the cart with stacked product names in red and black text; top letters 'PIRAG' visible.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.37 · w 0.16 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Crate of bottled goodsBlue plastic crate containing white-capped bottles positioned on the ground next to the cart.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.62 · w 0.22 · h 0.30 (high)

Other

Lifestyle street setting with a model holding a cold drink and a woven tote; turquoise cart prop, a standing man in background, potted plant and pavement visible.

  • Model pose and accessoriesFemale model standing front-facing, holding a translucent cup with an amber beverage in both hands and wearing a woven striped tote bag on her right arm and flat sandals.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.14 · w 0.43 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Woven tote appearanceLarge straw tote with horizontal rust-red and natural stripes and fringe trim hanging from the model's right arm.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.41 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Background prop - cartMint-turquoise street cart with a canopy and small wheel at lower right serving as a staged backdrop.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.54 (high)
  • Supporting personMan in a black T-shirt standing behind the cart to the left of the model, partly cropped by the image edge.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.05 · w 0.22 · h 0.37 (high)
  • Legible text panel fragmentPIRAG
    1 regionx 0.35 · y 0.39 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Shot composition and lightingOutdoor daylight scene with even soft lighting and slight directional shadows on the pavement; full-body vertical crop including head to feet.

Colors

butter yellow· dress#EADCBBteal and orange label· bottle labelsPackaging#C9A474
Kaia butter yellow open-back maxi dress product image 2
02

Product

Sleeveless butter-yellow maxi dress with deep V front, fitted pleated waistband, A-line skirt and at least one side pocket; smooth matte fabric, mid-calf length on the model.

  • Neckline and strapsDeep V-shaped front neckline with wide shoulder straps that continue from the bust to the shoulder without visible closures.
    1 regionx 0.35 · y 0.08 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Bust shapingSubtle gathered shaping at the bust seam directly above the waistband, producing slight vertical darts toward the V.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.16 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Waistband detailWide horizontal waistband with several narrow stitched pleats or tucks running across the front, creating a fitted empire seam.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.25 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Skirt silhouetteSmooth A-line skirt that falls from the waistband to a mid-calf hem with a soft drape and no visible panels or prints.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.33 · w 0.52 · h 0.55 (high)
  • Side pocketRight-side seam pocket visible with the model's right hand placed inside, creating a slight pull in the skirt at the hip.
    1 regionx 0.59 · y 0.36 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high)
  • HemSimple turned hem finishing the skirt, visible as a narrow, smooth edge sitting mid-calf on the model.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth woven fabric with soft drape and no visible texture or pattern at this resolution.

Other

Studio fashion shot of a model wearing the dress, holding a brown woven handbag and wearing cream woven flats; neutral light gray background and polished concrete floor.

  • Model poseModel standing facing slightly toward camera with left hand in pocket and right hand holding a handbag near hip.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.07 · w 0.60 · h 0.86 (high)
  • Prop - handbagBrown woven handbag with rounded top and short handles held in the model's right hand.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.13 (high)
  • Prop - shoesCream or off-white woven flats with a pointed toe and decorative gold-toned buckle detail worn by the model.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.88 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Background and floorPlain light gray studio wall background with a smooth polished concrete floor visible at the bottom of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowEven soft studio lighting with faint shadowing beneath and slightly behind the model toward the right side.

Colors

butter yellow· dress main body#DCBC7C
Kaia butter yellow open-back maxi dress product image 3
03

Product

Rear three-quarter view of a sleeveless, open-back midi/maxi dress in a pale butter-yellow fabric with wide shoulder straps, a fitted waist band, a center-back zipper, and an A-line skirt.

  • SilhouetteA-line midi/maxi dress shown from the rear with a fitted waist seam and a gently flared skirt falling to mid-calf.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.72 (high)
  • Strap designTwo wide shoulder straps that continue from the front over the shoulders and connect to the back at the waistband, leaving the upper back exposed.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Waistband and closureFitted horizontal waistband at the natural waist with a center-back zipper whose top and stitching are visible.
    1 regionx 0.48 · y 0.32 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (medium)
  • Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight woven fabric with a soft matte finish and subtle drape; few small natural creases visible on the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.44 · h 0.56 (high)
  • HemStraight finished hemline that falls evenly around mid-calf.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.72 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Visible hardwareSmall top of zipper and its stitching visible at center back of waistband.
    1 regionx 0.51 · y 0.33 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (medium)

Other

Studio shot showing model standing on a glossy gray floor against a plain light gray background; soft, even lighting with minimal shadow.

  • Model poseModel shown from the rear in a slight three-quarter turn to the left, left hand resting on hip and right arm relaxed at side.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.76 (high)
  • Background and floorPlain light gray wall background with a reflective mid-gray glossy floor surface visible at the bottom of the image.
    2 regionsx 0.00 · y 0.78 · w 1.00 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.78 (high)
  • Model stylingModel has straight red hair pulled behind shoulders and wears small hoop earrings; woven flat shoes visible.
    2 regionsx 0.44 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.84 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high)
  • LightingEven studio lighting with soft shadows beneath the model and faint reflection on the floor.

Colors

pale butter yellow· main dress body#DBAC9B

Customer Reviews

2 total
3.3

2 reviews · out of 5

Mal proportionné

Marie-Claude M.

Trop petit au niveau de la taille et trop grand au niveau de la poitrine

Pas pour les petites !

nathalie d.

Pour femme grande et mince car le haut de la robe est faite plutôt longue et et la taille étroite. Je suis 1. 52m et ça ne me va pas du tout

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/dresses/sundress/kaia-butter-yellow-open-back-maxi-dress--22931-2601655?colourId=0
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