
Icône
Organic Cotton Jersey And Broderie Anglaise Minidress
This is a solid black minidress from the Icône by Simons line, exclusively designed in Canada. It is made from 100% organic cotton jersey and features broderie anglaise trim with scalloped edging on the short sleeves and hem. The dress has a crew neck, a gathered flared skirt, and measures 32.0 inches (81 cm) in length from the top of the shoulder.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Size
Specifications
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Product Insights
Icône's Organic Cotton Jersey And Broderie Anglaise Minidress, from Simons' in-house label, is a breathable, low-fuss cotton jersey dress whose broderie anglaise trim elevates it beyond a basic tee dress—with accessories it reads business casual, and buyers favor it as a comfortable travel piece. The core promise is an airy, stretchy (no-spandex) A-line that skims hips and stays cool, backed by sturdy bound eyelet trim and mostly praised stitching. The main tradeoff is fit: the cut runs large (reviewers order down despite a true-to-size FAQ), there is no waist shaping so curvy wearers find it shapeless, the 32-inch length lands short on taller frames, and the thin elastic waist can permanently relax with wear.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Several reviewers report the cut runs large and order down, even though the fit FAQ says true to size.
- Proportion
- At 32 in from the shoulder it lands above mid-thigh on average frames; 5 ft 8 and taller reviewers find it too short.
- Body flattery
- No waist shaping; the A-line skims pear hips, but curvy reviewers report a shapeless fit.
- Stretch
- 100% cotton jersey gives two-way stretch without spandex; recovery is limited and the thin elastic waist can loosen with wear.
- Neckline
- The crew neck is cut close like a T-shirt band; one buyer found the effect pajama-like rather than dressy.
- Breathability
- Open loops in the jersey cotton let air through the solid bodice and carry sweat off skin
- Trim care
- Machine wash cold on gentle, skip bleach, and bag it so the eyelets don't snag
- Elastic waist
- The thin gathered elastic waistband is the only recovery point and can relax after repeated stretching.
- Waistband recovery
- The thin gathered elastic waist can permanently relax with wear, leaving a looser waist rather than a torn band.
- Ironing
- Iron on low heat with a cotton press-cloth over the scalloped trim.
- Storage
- Store flat in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight to keep the trim crisp.
- Trim durability
- Bound trim is sturdy in normal wear; the openwork is not inherently fragile.
- Quality consistency
- Buyers mostly give 4 or 5 stars and praise the stitching; a few report crooked seams or fabric that feels different from an earlier purchase of the same dress.
- House label
- Icône is Simons' in-house label from Canada's oldest family-owned retailer (est. 1840).
- Historical background
- 19th-century broderie anglaise was used on lingerie, sleeves, collars, outerwear and children's clothing.
- Travel
- One buyer calls it great for travel, and several reviews describe it as comfortable for all-day summer wear.
- Occasion versatility
- One buyer reports it can be worn as casual daywear or business casual.
- Detailing
- Reviewers call the eyelet broderie unique and flattering on the simple cut.
- Fabric behavior
- Jersey knit drapes soft and loose, stretches two ways without elastane, and the open loops between fibers keep air moving so the solid cotton body stays cool in summer heat.
- Brand provenance
- Icône is the in-house label of Simons, the Quebec retailer founded in 1840 that designed this Canada exclusive.
- Lining and opacity
- The dress is unlined, but the black cotton-jersey body is opaque; the broderie anglaise cutouts will show skin through the eyelets.
- Organic certification and manufacturing
- The listing says 100% organic cotton but does not cite GOTS or another third-party certification, and only the design origin (Canada) is disclosed, not the country of manufacture.
- Shrinkage and drying
- Care instructions aren't listed, but 100% organic cotton jersey typically shrinks in the first wash; cold water and low or air drying minimize shrinkage, while high-heat machine drying is likely to cause significant shrinkage.
- Trim fiber composition
- The broderie anglaise trim is not separately specified; the listing gives only 100% organic cotton for the whole dress, and while broderie is traditionally cotton, exact trim composition is not disclosed.
- Trim skin feel
- The broderie anglaise trim sits only on the short sleeves and hem, away from the torso; reviews don't mention it feeling scratchy, and the cotton trim softens with washing, though very sensitive skin may notice the reinforced eyelet edges.
Product record
- Title
- Organic Cotton Jersey And Broderie Anglaise Minidress
- Brand
- Icône
- Price
- 9.99 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
- Rating
- 28 reviews
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a short black dress with a T-shirt style bodice and a gathered mini skirt; broderie anglaise eyelet trim appears on the short sleeves and the skirt hem creating a scalloped edge.
- Overall silhouetteShort mini dress with a straight T-shirt style upper bodice and a gathered skirt attached at a visible waist seam.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.64 (high) - NecklineClose-fitting round crew neckline with a narrow band in the same fabric.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.07 · w 0.20 · h 0.07 (high) - Sleeve detailShort sleeves finished with broderie anglaise eyelet cutwork forming floral-like holes and a scalloped outer edge.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.16 · w 0.16 · h 0.13 (high) - Skirt constructionGathered skirt panel starting at a horizontal seam at the waist, falling to a short hem with matching broderie anglaise eyelet and scalloped edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.34 · w 0.44 · h 0.26 (high) - Fabric appearanceUpper bodice appears smooth, jersey-like; skirt and sleeve trims appear slightly stiffer or woven to hold the eyelet cutwork.Partial
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (medium) - Color of garmentEntire visible dress is a solid deep black tone.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.64 (high)
Other
Studio full-body front-three-quarter shot on a light neutral backdrop and smooth reflective floor; model wearing sandals and hoop earrings; soft even lighting with faint shadows under feet.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio shot centered on the model, showing the garment from slightly front-facing angle.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and floorPlain light off-white background with a smooth pale grey reflective floor surface visible at the lower part of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.70 (high) - Model accessoriesModel is wearing black heeled thong sandals and gold hoop earrings; these are props, not part of the garment.
2 regions
x 0.43 · y 0.86 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven soft studio lighting with subtle shadow beneath the model's feet and minor reflections on the floor.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.86 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
deep black· entire dress (bodice, sleeves, skirt)#130D0D- Overall silhouetteShort mini dress with a straight T-shirt style upper bodice and a gathered skirt attached at a visible waist seam.
- 02

Product
Front-left three-quarter view of a short black jersey minidress with a round neckline, short scalloped broderie anglaise sleeves, a gathered skirt seam, and a scalloped broderie anglaise hem.
- NecklineClose-fitting round crew neckline with a narrow folded band in the same black jersey fabric.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.07 · w 0.27 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve detailShort sleeve ending in a scalloped broderie anglaise cutwork pattern with floral and circular perforations; sleeve is slightly loose over the upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.21 · w 0.16 · h 0.17 (medium) - Bodice materialSmooth matte black jersey fabric on the upper bodice with no visible pattern or texture.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.15 · w 0.44 · h 0.30 (high) - Waist seam and gatherHorizontal seam across the lower bodice where the skirt is gathered, creating soft vertical folds below the seam.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.46 · w 0.54 · h 0.12 (high) - Skirt and hemShort gathered skirt with a scalloped broderie anglaise cutwork hem featuring repeating floral-shaped perforations and circular eyelets.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.56 · w 0.68 · h 0.36 (high) - Color uniformityDress appears uniformly black across bodice, sleeves, and skirt with no visible contrasting trims.
- Visible stitchingTopstitching visible along the waist seam and neckline band in matching black thread.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.20 · w 0.34 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the dress against a plain light neutral background. Soft, even lighting with minimal shadows. Model posed three-quarter left with hair moving slightly and gold hoop earring visible.
- Model poseFemale model shown from mid-thigh up in a three-quarter left pose with left arm bent behind back and head turned slightly to the right.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.04 · w 0.90 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light beige or off-white seamless background with soft, diffuse studio lighting and faint soft shadows behind the model.
- Accessory visibleSingle gold-colored chunky hoop earring visible on the model's left ear; accessory not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.51 · y 0.09 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Hair movementModel's long dark hair extends outward to the left with visible flyaway strands, suggesting a slight breeze or movement during the shot.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.42 · h 0.26 (medium)
Colors
matte black· main fabric#130D0D- NecklineClose-fitting round crew neckline with a narrow folded band in the same black jersey fabric.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a short black minidress on a model showing a smooth knit upper bodice, short scalloped broderie anglaise sleeves, a gathered skirt seam, and a scalloped broderie hem with circular cutouts.
- Rear bodiceSmooth, solid black upper back panel with a crew neckline and no visible closures; fabric appears uniformly knit with a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.50 (high) - Short sleeve broderieShort sleeve with a wide scalloped broderie anglaise edge featuring flower-shaped cutouts and embroidered eyelets extending slightly past the shoulder seam.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.16 · w 0.30 · h 0.24 (high) - Gathered skirt seamHorizontal gathered seam at the lower back that creates a flared, tiered skirt beginning near the upper thigh; gathering creates soft vertical fullness.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.48 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Scalloped hem and lower broderieSkirt hem finished with a wide scalloped broderie anglaise border showing repeating floral cutout motifs and embroidered edges; cutouts reveal background and model skin beneath.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.64 · h 0.26 (high) - Side seams and silhouetteDress falls straight from the gathered seam to a short mini length ending above the knee; side of dress shows smooth uninterrupted fabric except where skirt flares.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.72 (medium) - Visible hardware and fastenersNo zippers, buttons, or other fasteners visible on the back surface.
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the dress against a plain light neutral background with even soft lighting; model's long dark hair, gold hoop earring, and hands are visible and partly occlude the dress edges.
- Background and lightingEven, neutral off-white background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadows around the model.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from the rear three-quarter angle, head turned slightly to the side, left arm relaxed alongside body and right arm visible at the side; long dark wavy hair drapes down the back right side.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.54 · w 0.20 · h 0.38 (high) - Jewelry and accessoriesSingle visible gold hoop earring on model's near ear.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.04 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Image crop and qualityFull body crop from mid-thigh upward with slight space above head; image is sharp and in focus with natural color rendering.
Colors
black· bodice and skirt fabric#0E0D0Cblack· broderie anglaise sleeve and hem trim#130D0C- Rear bodiceSmooth, solid black upper back panel with a crew neckline and no visible closures; fabric appears uniformly knit with a matte finish.
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Customer Reviews
28 total28 reviews · out of 5
Très belle mais …
Belle robe je les pris en vert fait plus grand j ai pris médium mais small aurais mieux fait et oui c est une minirobe
Very comfortable
I bought this for my daughter and then I bought it again for myself. It is comfortable to wear in the summer. I love it.
Confortable
J'aime le tissu, il est confortable tout en ayant un certain chic
Impeccable
Taille, tissu, confort
Miniroble broderie
J'avais déjà acheté ce produit, mais il était différent, et je pense que le tissus est de moindre qualité.
Dress
No shape to your body. Returned
retourné
retourné
Parfaite
Parfaite
Nice but a bit too short
Beautiful colour and design but a bit too short for me at 5’8”. I bought both small and medium. The small fit better but got even shorter and I like a good mini skirt.
Pas fait pour moi
Couture croches de la taille bassa
Meh
Unflattering. It’s really shapeless. I sometimes like this style…but I found the neckline too tshirt ish and made it feel like pjs
Robe blanche broderie anglaise
Cette robe simple est très jolie avec sa dentelle anglaise!
Great
Loved the colour and style
Love this dress!
Super soft! Great for travel. The neck line is a bit small/tight. I’m 5’3” and over 60 years old, and find the front hemline a wee bit short.
Superbe
Comme sur la photo. Grandeur parfaite.
BCBG
Belle robe tendance offrant une belle qualité au niveau du tissu et de la confection, le seul « hic » fait beaucoup trop grande étant donné la coupe. Prendre une taille plus petite, sinon vous aurez l’air en surpoids!
Oui je recommande très belle
Oui je recommande très belle robe
Wow très jolie robe
Elle est très confortable j’adore 🥰
Trop court
J’ai dû retourner l’article parce qu’il était trop court, malheureusement!
Très jolie robe
Tout à fait comme sur la photo
Robe parfaite
La coupe est impeccable. Elle se porte de façon décontractée ou business casual.
Pretty fit
This is very comfortable and flattering and the eyelet pattern is unique
Jupe trop évasée
Jupe trop évasée
Robe confortable. Belle qualité. Fait
Robe confortable. Belle qualité. Fait un peu grand
Cute!
It’s super cute, casual dress!
Déçue
Le design de cette robe est bizarre au niveau des hanches
Coupe trop ample
Le tissus est de qualité mais la coupe ne m’allait pas bien.
Confortable
J’adore la coupe, je suis super confortable dedans. Très bon achat!