
Stella McCartney
Rounded Hem Reversed Satin Dress
The Stella McCartney Rounded Hem Reversed Satin Dress is a women's ankle-length, sleeveless evening dress with a crew neck, straight-fitted cut, and raw-cut rounded hem. It is made from satin's reverse side in a 73% acetate, 27% viscose blend, featuring side slits and a removable belt band, and is produced in Europe; it measures 53.5 inches (136 cm) in length from the shoulder. According to user feedback, a size 40 corresponds to Italian 40 (US 4-6), but sizing can vary.
- Color
- orchid
- Material
- acetate blend
- Gender
- female
- Style
- formal, minimal, tailored, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Size
Specifications
Orchid-hued reversed satin dress with fluid drape, side slits, and rounded hem, featuring a removable belt.
Fluid satin in acetate blend, ankle length, straight fitted style, sleeveless, crew neck, removable belt, raw-cut hem.
- Color
- orchid · purple
- Material
- acetate blend
- Style
- formal, minimal, tailored, modern
- Occasion
- party, formal
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- Satin fabric with reverse side for subtle lustre
- Fluid drape
- Elongated silhouette
- Side slits
- Rounded hem
- Removable belt band
- Raw-cut hem
- Crew neckline
- Sleeveless design
- Ankle length
- Straight fitted style
- Acetate blend construction
- Made in Europe
Product Insights
The Stella McCartney Rounded Hem Reversed Satin Dress is an architecturally modern piece with a slim straight fit, removable belt for three silhouettes, side slits, and a sleeveless crew neck for layering; its matte reversed satin offers a muted luster but is unlined and somewhat sheer, requiring seamless nude undergarments. The 73% acetate/27% viscose fabric defines the core tradeoff: it loses 40–50% strength when wet, shrinks, bleeds mauve dye from perspiration or dampness, and is damaged by dry cleaning or high heat, while its raw-cut hem is deliberate design. Value is split—some see acetate as incongruous with the $1,595 price, while the sustainable viscose, versatile styling, and smooth hand justify it for others. The brand’s ethical rating is noted with caveats regarding vegan leather.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Size 40 fits Italian 40/US 4-6 but sizing is inconsistent per community.
- Fit
- Slim straight fit with removable belt for three fit modes, side slits for movement, and sleeveless cut for layering.
- Lining
- The reversed satin is unlined and somewhat sheer, requiring seamless nude undergarments or a slip.
- Fabric feel
- The reversed satin side has a matte, smooth hand that feels comfortable against skin.
- Sheerness
- Mauve unlined reversed satin can be sheer; seamless nude undergarments recommended.
- Dye bleeding
- Mauve dye may transfer to undergarments from perspiration.
- Moisture damage
- Loses 40–50% strength and shrinks when wet, limiting wear to dry conditions.
- Dye fastness
- Mauve dye has poor wet fastness, bleeding onto skin and surfaces when damp.
- Material
- 73% acetate/27% viscose: acetone dissolves, alcohol stains, wet strength-50%, shrinks, sweat-bleeds, plastic-yellows.
- Moisture and heat sensitivity
- The fabric weakens when wet, is damaged by dry cleaning, and can melt if ironed hot.
- Heat precautions
- Melting from high iron heat and water spots from direct steam.
- Wet strength
- Acetate loses 40–50% strength when wet and viscose shrinks, distorting fit.
- Storage
- Store on a padded hanger in a breathable cotton bag; never fold.
- Static cling
- Acetate-viscose blend resists static cling and does not plaster against legs.
- Comfort and drape
- Matte reversed satin reduces friction for comfortable movement and walking.
- Design intentionality
- The rough, raw-cut hem is a deliberate design statement.
- Static resistance
- The acetate-viscose blend reduces static cling so the dress drapes smoothly.
- Finish
- Reverse satin's subtle lustre and raw-cut hem create a muted modern finish.
- Silhouette versatility
- Removable belt, side slits, and sleeveless cut allow three silhouettes and layering.
- Design philosophy
- The dress relies on proportion and cut rather than ornament for its architectural modernism.
- Layering
- Sleeveless crew neck accommodates both outer and inner layering.
- Belt styling
- Belt offers three silhouette options: cinched, half-belted, or unbelted.
- Side slits
- Side slit allows comfortable stride and works with flats or heels.
- Day-to-night versatility
- Muted sheen of reversed satin makes the dress appropriate for day or evening.
- Color accuracy
- Reviewers say the orchid hue matches photos with minor lighting variation.
- Sheen
- Reversed satin creates a muted, elegant luster.
- Brand ethics
- Brand's 'good' ethical rating is tempered by vegan leather concerns.
- Value perception
- Buyers see acetate as incongruous with the $1,595 price, while sustainable viscose, versatile styling, and matte hand justify the premium for some.
Product record
- Title
- Rounded Hem Reversed Satin Dress
- Brand
- Stella McCartney
- Price
- 1595 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Sleeveless pastel lilac midi/ maxi dress with a rounded asymmetric hem, defined waist belt, and a high side slit revealing the right leg; smooth draping fabric with soft folds.
- Overall silhouetteSleeveless fitted bodice flowing into a full, rounded asymmetric skirt with a longer back hem and a shorter front/right-side opening.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.86 (high) - Fabric and finishSmooth, lightly lustrous draping fabric that falls in soft vertical folds and gentle waves along the skirt edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.28 · w 0.46 · h 0.56 (high) - Waist belt detailSelf-fabric horizontal belt that sits at the natural waist with a visible fabric-covered button or tab fastening on the viewer's right side.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high) - Side slitHigh side slit on the right side revealing the right thigh and inner skirt facing with a soft curved slit edge.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.44 (high) - Sleeve and armholeCap-style sleeveless shoulder with a slightly extended shoulder line and a clean finished armhole opening.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.06 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem shapeRounded asymmetric hem that dips lower at the back and forms a soft curve along the front skirt edge.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.64 · w 0.50 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the dress in a three-quarter frontal pose against a neutral light gray background; visible props include a small chain-strap bag and black pointed shoes. Even studio lighting with subtle shadowing under the model.
- Model pose and framingThree-quarter frontal pose with the model facing slightly left of center; image cropped above the mouth and shows full body down to feet.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 1.00 (high) - Handbag propSmall black bag with a visible metal chain strap held in the model's left hand, hanging near the left thigh.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (medium) - Footwear propBlack pointed-toe low kitten-heel pumps visible on both feet positioned on the studio floor.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.86 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.86 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and a faint cast shadow under the model to the right.
Colors
pastel lilac· main fabric#E3ABD4- Overall silhouetteSleeveless fitted bodice flowing into a full, rounded asymmetric skirt with a longer back hem and a shorter front/right-side opening.
- 02

Product
Side-profile of a sleeveless, asymmetrical midi-to-maxi dress in a pale pink/lilac satin with a fitted waist and draped rounded hem; visible sash at the waist and a side slit revealing an inner skirt layer.
- Silhouette and viewSide-profile view showing the dress on a model with the right side of the body facing the camera; torso appears fitted at the waist with a flowing skirt below.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.45 · h 0.88 (high) - Neckline and shouldersHigh, round neckline with capped sleeveless shoulders and a clean finished armhole opening exposing the model's upper arm.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Waist detailNarrow self-fabric sash or belt encircling the waist, continuing into a long hanging sash on the side that extends past the skirt hem; sash appears secured at the side with a small stitched tab or button detail.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Skirt constructionFlowing, multi-layered skirt with an asymmetrical rounded hem and soft draped panels creating cascading folds; a side slit reveals an inner skirt layer of the same fabric.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.52 · w 0.38 · h 0.43 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.62 · w 0.18 · h 0.38 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly lustrous fabric consistent across bodice, sash, and skirt with soft drape and minimal surface texture.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.75 (medium) - Visible seamsVertical princess or side seam visible along the bodice from underarm toward the waist on the photographed side.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.22 · w 0.08 · h 0.26 (high) - Hem lengthHem falls between mid-calf and ankle with the longest points at the draped rounded edges; uneven asymmetric hemline is visible from this side view.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.72 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the dress against a plain light gray background; model is cropped at upper neck and lower legs visible with shoes; soft shadow on floor from studio lighting.
- BackgroundEven light gray studio background with no visible props or packaging.
- Model and stylingModel shown in profile with braided hair pulled back, wearing pointed black slingback heels; hands resting behind the back.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.02 · w 0.30 · h 0.48 (medium); x 0.30 · y 0.86 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing gentle highlights on the fabric and a faint shadow on the floor beneath the model.
- Image cropImage is vertically oriented and cropped above the model's nose and below the ankles so parts of the head and feet are not fully shown.
Colors
pale pink-lilac· main fabric and sash#DAABCD- Silhouette and viewSide-profile view showing the dress on a model with the right side of the body facing the camera; torso appears fitted at the waist with a flowing skirt below.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a sleeveless, rounded-hem midi/maxi dress in a pale lavender satin fabric with a center-back zipper, waist seam, and a high side slit revealing the left leg.
- Overall silhouetteBack view of a dress with a fitted upper bodice, defined waist seam, and a flowing skirt that is longer at the back, producing a rounded asymmetric hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.86 (high) - SleevesShort cap-style sleeves that cover the shoulder tops and leave the arms exposed below the shoulder line.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.06 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - Center-back closureA visible center-back zipper running from the neckline down to the waist seam with a small zipper pull at the top of the neckline.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.02 · w 0.06 · h 0.28 (high) - Waist seamA horizontal seam at the natural waist that separates the fitted bodice from the flowing skirt.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.32 · w 0.48 · h 0.08 (high) - Side slit and drapeHigh side slit on the left side (viewer right) that opens to reveal the left leg and creates an inner draped panel with a curved inner edge.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.44 · w 0.22 · h 0.48 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly lustrous satin-like fabric with soft fall and minimal surface texture visible as gentle highlights along curved areas.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.10 · w 0.50 · h 0.74 (high) - Hem shapeRounded asymmetric hem that is higher at the side slit and falls longer toward the back center.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.64 · w 0.56 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from the rear against a plain light gray background, wearing black slingback kitten-heel shoes. Soft even lighting produces mild shadows and subtle reflections on the fabric.
- Model poseModel standing with weight on the right leg, left leg slightly forward and exposed through the side slit; left hand resting near the slit and right arm relaxed by the side.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.58 (high) - Shoes as propBlack pointed-toe slingback kitten-heel shoes visible on both feet; shoes are not part of the dress but visible in the shot.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.86 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.84 · w 0.24 · h 0.14 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless studio background with soft, even lighting and faint shadows beneath the model.
Colors
pale lavender· main body#D4ACCB- Overall silhouetteBack view of a dress with a fitted upper bodice, defined waist seam, and a flowing skirt that is longer at the back, producing a rounded asymmetric hem.
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Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/ethicalfashion, r/ThredUpReddit users praise the Stella McCartney dress for its flattering design, but opinions on the brand's ethics and value are mixed.
The dress receives strong compliments for its appearance, while brand discussions reveal concerns about material quality and ethical claims, resulting in a mixed overall sentiment.
Themes
Use Cases
- Evening/Date Wear
Watch Out For
Source Threads
Stella McCartney's ethical rating and material quality
It’s rated as “good” according to goodonyou, much better than most luxury brands! https://directory.goodonyou.eco/brand/stella-mccartney And considering they make really high quality vegan leather that people claim holds up rlly well, imo they are amongst the very few luxury brands that are ethical.
u/Dangerous-Pumpkin-77r/ethicalfashionView thread →
Stella McCartney dress sizing and fit experience
From Stella McCartney website, her 40 is Italian 40, and converts to US 4-6. Sizing is so nonstandard though, it always is a bit lucky when you order something you like AND it fits
u/brightenerr/ThredUpView thread →