Draped ebony midi dress product image (primary)
Front view of a draped, knee-to-calf length dress in a dark satin fabric with a gathered knot detail at the left waist, short wide dolman-style sleeves, and an asymmetric wrap skirt with a side opening.

Lanvin

Draped Ebony Midi Dress

CA$3,500.00CAD
In Stock

The Lanvin Draped Ebony Midi Dress is a sleeveless midi-length dress made in Italy from a satiny acetate-viscose crepe with a silk lining, intended for formal and evening wear. It has a rounded neckline, a draped and knotted waist, side-seam pockets, a side slit and a hidden zip closure at the back; the size 36 sample measures 130 cm (51.25 in) from the shoulder to the shortest part of the hem. The dark brown fabric has a soft sheen and fluid drape, with a wrap-effect front panel and an asymmetric, stepped hem overlap.

Color
Ebony
Material
Acetate-viscose blend with silk lining
Gender
female
Style
cocktail, evening, formal, classic, minimal
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

Specifications

Luxurious Lanvin sleeveless midi dress in a satiny acetate-viscose crepe, defined by a draped waist, rounded shoulder line and fluid, head-turning elegance.

Satiny acetate-viscose crepe, silk lining, rounded neckline, sleeveless cut, hidden back zip, side-seam pockets, side slit, draped waist, midi length (130 cm), made in Italy.

Color
Ebony · black
Material
Acetate-viscose blend with silk lining
Secondary
viscose, silk
Style
cocktail, evening, formal, classic, minimal
Occasion
party, wedding, formal, date-night
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

Additional Attributes

  • satiny crepe fabric in an acetate-viscose blend
  • silk lining for a smooth feel against the skin
  • draped waistline that falls elegantly down the silhouette
  • softly rounded shoulder line for a modern feminine look
  • sleeveless design
  • rounded neckline
  • hidden zip closure at the centre back
  • side-seam pockets
  • side slit for ease of movement
  • midi length: 130 cm (51.25") from shoulder to shortest part of the hem
  • measurements taken on a size 36 garment
  • made in Italy
  • Lanvin 'Chic Ultime' heritage design under artistic direction of Peter Copping

Product Insights

Draped Ebony Midi Dress 3500 CAD On a 5'6" frame the 130 cm shoulder-to-hem measurement lands mid-to-lower calf, wearing as a true midi; taller wearers see it closer to the ankle. The main fabric is a 71% acetate, 29% viscose satin crepe with a fluid drape and soft sheen. Care instructions specify do not wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, and professionally clean; ironing with or without steam is permitted. The dress requires professional cleaning and cannot be washed or bleached, adding ongoing care cost and limiting casual, high-frequency wear.

Verified claims

fit
On a 5'6" frame the 130 cm shoulder-to-hem measurement lands mid-to-lower calf, wearing as a true midi; taller wearers see it closer to the ankle.
fit
Sizes 38–44 are French/EU numbering, roughly US 6 to US 12.
fit
The acetate-viscose crepe has no elastane, so fit relies on accurate measurements; the bias-cut draped waist falls away and skims the hips.
fit
The size ladder runs 38, 40, 42, 44 with no intermediate rung, so between-size buyers must commit to one edge.
color
The title names an 'Ebony' dress, but all four buyable variants are labeled Chocolate/Espresso, so selecting a size commits to the deep brown.
material
The main fabric is a 71% acetate, 29% viscose satin crepe with a fluid drape and soft sheen.
material
The silk lining helps preserve the dress's shape, lets it slip over the body easily, protects the fabric from body oils, and may make a separate slip unnecessary.
material
Acetate absorbs moisture poorly and is less breathable than cotton, linen or viscose, so the dress can feel less comfortable in warm or active conditions.
care
Care instructions specify do not wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, and professionally clean; ironing with or without steam is permitted.
care
Acetate is heat-sensitive; iron at a low rayon/silk setting with a pressing cloth or steam from a distance.
construction
The front features a gathered knot at the left waist that creates diagonal folds and an asymmetric wrap-style skirt with a side opening and stepped hem.
construction
The back has a V-shaped neckline with a small centered fastener, a draped blouson top tucked to a defined waist seam, and a center-back skirt seam.
construction
The dress is sleeveless with a rounded neckline and a hidden zip closure at the back.
construction
Side-seam pockets and a side slit are integrated into the skirt.
styling
A standard bra works with the high rounded neckline and hidden back zip; choose a smooth seamless cup in a shade close to the dress because the satin finish reflects light.
styling
The deep burgundy-brown satin with soft sheen and fluid drape reads dressy, suiting evening events, dinners, weddings or other formal and semi-formal occasions.
value
At 3500 CAD, the dress reflects Lanvin's Italian manufacturing and heritage of meticulous craftsmanship, positioning it as a luxury investment piece.
value
All four sizes are priced identically at 3500 CAD and in stock, so fit alone drives size choice.
tradeoff
The dress requires professional cleaning and cannot be washed or bleached, adding ongoing care cost and limiting casual, high-frequency wear.

Product record

Title
Draped Ebony Midi Dress
Brand
Lanvin
Price
3500 CAD
Availability
In stock

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Draped Ebony Midi Dress: Choose this if you want a Lanvin designer midi in luxurious satiny crepe — an acetate-viscose blend with a 100 percent silk lining, made in Italy — with an elegant draped waist, gathered knot detail, sleeveless cut, and an asymmetric wrap-style skirt with side-seam pockets and a hidden back zip. It comes in the color Chocolate/Espresso in sizes 38 to 44, and the listed length is 130 cm (about 51.25 inches) measured from the shoulder to the shortest part of the hem on a size 36, so expect the hem position to vary in other sizes. Note that the photographed color reads as a very dark, warm-toned brown with a slight burgundy or aubergine cast under studio lighting, which may differ from the product name's ebony designation.[1,2]Contrasting Ribbons Dress: Choose this if you want a statement Lanvin maxi dress with contrasting ribbons forming an XL tartan design that flows freely along the silhouette, made in Italy from flowy cotton-silk crepe (80% cotton, 20% silk). It offers a fitted style with an adjustable tie-belt waist, cap sleeves, a high round neckline, in-seam side pockets, and a 51.25 inch (130 centimeter) shoulder-to-hem length in black with cream ribbon detailing. Note that the listing covers only a size SMALL in this black colorway, so larger sizes are not shown here.[3,4,5,6]Satin Cuffs Draped Maxi Dress: Choose this if you want a fitted, full-length navy maxi with couture-style draping — the waist is draped and sculpted so the cut follows the body's curves — finished with Lanvin's signature contrasting satin cuffs and metallic pearl-style buttons, and made in Italy with a lined body for structure and drape. It suits occasions calling for a long-sleeve, boat-neckline dress in fluid viscose crepe with silk satin accents, offered in sizes X-SMALL through X-LARGE. Note that Lanvin is reported to run noticeably small, using French sizing roughly one to two sizes smaller than standard UK sizing, and many of its dresses are quite fitted through the bust and waist, so sizing up may be worth considering if you're fuller through the bust.[7,8,9,10,11]

Image Analysis

3 images
Draped ebony midi dress product image (primary)
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Product

Front view of a draped, knee-to-calf length dress in a dark satin fabric with a gathered knot detail at the left waist, short wide dolman-style sleeves, and an asymmetric wrap skirt with a side opening.

  • Overall silhouetteMidi-length dress with a loose, slightly boxy upper body that tapers into a more fitted skirt; hem falls below the knees.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high)
  • Fabric and finishSmooth, satin-like fabric with a visible soft sheen and fluid drape across the body and skirt.
    1 regionx 0.15 · y 0.08 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high)
  • NecklineHigh, slightly rounded neckline with a small center seam or stitch detail running down from the collar.
    1 regionx 0.35 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.08 (high)
  • SleevesShort, wide dolman-style sleeves creating a dropped-shoulder, loose fit over the upper arms with an open underarm seam visible at the left side.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Waist detailGathered knot or twisted drape at the left waist that creates diagonal fold lines across the front of the skirt.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Skirt constructionAsymmetric wrap-style skirt with an overlapping front panel and a visible side opening that shows an inner skirt layer beneath.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.56 · h 0.38 (high)
  • HemlineUneven hem with front overlap shorter than the inner layer, creating a stepped effect at the lower front left.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Visible stitchingCenter front vertical seam running from neckline toward waist visible as a subtle line in the fabric.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.06 · w 0.10 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Color appearanceVery dark, warm-toned brown with a slight burgundy or aubergine cast under studio lighting.
    1 regionx 0.15 · y 0.08 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high)

Other

Studio shot with a centered model against a plain light-to-white gradient background; pointed two-tone shoes visible as styling props; image is full-body cropped from the chin to shoes.

  • BackgroundEven light-to-white gradient background with no visible props or textures.
  • Styling prop - shoesModel wears pointed two-tone high-heeled slingback shoes in black and white visible at the bottom of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.82 · w 0.34 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Shot compositionCentered vertical composition showing the model from near the chin to the shoes; even frontal lighting with soft shadows under the hem and feet.

Colors

deep burgundy brown· dress fabric
Draped ebony midi dress product image 2
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Product

Sleeveless, draped satin dress bodice with wrap-like front and gathered knot at the waist; visible left arm and shoulder. Smooth lustrous fabric with soft folds and a pronounced drape at the waist.

  • Sleeveless constructionLeft shoulder and armhole are cut sleeveless with a clean narrow bound edge; armhole opens directly to the side seam.
    1 regionx 0.01 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Wrap-style frontFront bodice shows an overlapping wrap or faux-wrap panel running from the shoulder toward the center front, forming a V-like fold line.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.46 (high)
  • Waist drape and knotLower bodice transitions into a gathered drape and a tied or looped knot detail at the waist that creates voluminous folds falling downwards.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.58 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Fabric finishFabric has a smooth, shiny satin finish with visible highlights and soft reflected sheen following the folds.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.62 · h 0.80 (high)
  • NecklineRound neckline with a narrow band finishing the edge; neckline sits close to the base of the neck.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Visible seam linesSubtle seam or stitch lines visible at the side and near the waist where the bodice joins the draped waist panel.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.50 · w 0.62 · h 0.36 (medium)
  • Skin visibleModel's left upper arm and portion of shoulder and neck are visible and unobstructed.
    2 regionsx 0.01 · y 0.18 · w 0.22 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.24 · h 0.14 (high)

Other

Studio-shot closeup of the model's upper body against a plain white background with even studio lighting; image is tightly cropped at mid-thigh and top of head is partially out of frame.

  • Shot compositionClose-up vertical crop showing model from about mid-thigh to above the chin, slightly turned to the viewer's right.
  • Background and lightingUniform white background with soft, even studio lighting producing gentle highlights on the satin fabric and minimal shadows.
  • Hair visibleLong dark hair falls over the left shoulder and back, partially overlapping the garment at the shoulder.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Image cropTop of the head and part of the right side of the model are cropped out of the frame.

Colors

deep burgundy satin· bodice and waist drape
Draped ebony midi dress product image 3
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Product

Rear view of a sleeveless draped midi dress in a dark brown satin-like fabric with a V-shaped back neckline, blouson top tucked to a fitted waist, and a straight-to-slightly-flared skirt with a visible center-back seam and mid-calf hem.

  • Back neckline and closureV-shaped back neckline with a small centered fastener or button at the top of the V where the fabric meets
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.05 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Sleeveless drapeSleeveless construction with wide arm openings and a draped, blouson-style upper back that falls loosely to the waist seam
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.64 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Waist seam and tuckUpper draped top appears tucked or joined at a defined waist seam leading into the skirt
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.33 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Skirt shape and seamStraight-to-slightly-flared midi skirt with a visible center-back vertical seam running from waist toward hem
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.45 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Fabric finishSmooth, satin-like fabric with subtle sheen and soft surface drape visible on both upper and lower portions
  • Hem lengthSkirt hem falls to mid-calf on the model
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.82 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Visible stitching detailSingle vertical stitch line visible at center back of skirt, faint but discernible
    1 regionx 0.48 · y 0.42 · w 0.04 · h 0.50 (medium)

Other

Studio product shot showing a model from the rear against a plain light background with soft even lighting and slight shadowing on the floor; image cropped to include the model from head to mid-lower calves.

  • Shot compositionVertical studio shot centered on the model standing with weight on one leg and hands relaxed at sides, rear-facing pose
  • Background and lightingEven, neutral light background with soft shadow visible under the model indicating studio floor surface; lighting highlights fabric sheen
  • Props and footwearModel is wearing black high-heeled shoes that are visible but are not part of the product description in this image
    1 regionx 0.35 · y 0.86 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Image qualitySharp focus on dress and model with neutral color rendering and no visible motion blur

Colors

deep brown (warm, satin finish)· dress fabric

Brand PDP Lookup

Variants

4 SKUs
All variants of Draped Ebony Midi Dress
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4640581Draped Ebony Midi Dress - Chocolate/espresso - 38CA$3,500.00Yes
4640582Draped Ebony Midi Dress - Chocolate/espresso - 40CA$3,500.00Yes
4640583Draped Ebony Midi Dress - Chocolate/espresso - 42CA$3,500.00Yes
4640584Draped Ebony Midi Dress - Chocolate/espresso - 44CA$3,500.00Yes

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https://www.simons.ca/en/women-designer/dresses/maxi/draped-ebony-midi-dress--7704-29826303
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