
Self-Portrait
Contrasting Collar Floral Lace Midi Dress
Self-Portrait midi dress in black floral lace with a contrasting white point collar and small bow, decorative silver-tone buttons, short scalloped sleeves, removable black waist belt, and zipped back closure. It has a fitted bodice and upper skirt with opaque lining, a sheer lace lower skirt with scalloped hem and center back slit, a tulle background, and measures 122 cm from shoulder to hem. It is used as wedding guest attire and rated 4/5 by one reviewer; Reddit feedback notes the sheer sections appear less revealing in person due to a thick slip, though some consider the style slightly risqué.
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Lace with tulle background
- Gender
- female
- Style
- romantic, classic, contemporary, formal, evening
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Specifications
Elegant fitted midi dress in intricate black floral lace with a contrasting point collar, bow detail, and shimmering buttons.
Openwork black lace over tulle, contrasting point collar with bow and decorative shimmering buttons, removable belt, back zip closure, fitted midi silhouette.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Lace with tulle background
- Style
- romantic, classic, contemporary, formal, evening
- Occasion
- party, wedding, formal, date-night
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- intricate openwork black lace
- tulle background under lace
- floral lace motif
- fitted silhouette
- contrasting point collar
- decorative bow at collar
- shimmering decorative buttons
- removable belt
- zipped closure at back
- midi length
- length measures 122 cm from shoulder
- Self-Portrait designer label
- romantic technical lace construction
Product Insights
Contrasting Collar Floral Lace Midi Dress 725 CAD Fitted, non-stretch lace that relies on sizing rather than give Bodice lined; lower skirt partially lined and semi-sheer Dry clean only; no washing, bleaching, tumble drying or ironing Suited to weddings and formal occasions
Verified claims
- category
- Midi dress in the dresses category
- color
- Black lace with a white contrasting collar and bow
- color_options
- Black is the only colourway offered here
- sizing
- Sizes 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12; no size 10 or 14
- fit
- Fitted, non-stretch lace that relies on sizing rather than give
- bust_fit
- No boning or cups; larger cup sizes should size up
- lining
- Bodice lined; lower skirt partially lined and semi-sheer
- bra_compatibility
- Openwork lace makes a standard bra hard to hide
- revealing_reports
- Buyer reports: less risqué in person, but shoulder coverage debated
- material
- All-polyester shell, trim and main lining; polyamide second lining
- construction
- Openwork lace stabilized by a tulle backing
- care
- Dry clean only; no washing, bleaching, tumble drying or ironing
- durability
- Lace is snag-prone; fasten jewellery after dressing
- design_details
- Contrasting point collar with bow, jewel buttons and scalloped sleeves
- belt
- Removable belt with rectangular covered buckle
- closure
- Hidden back zip; back slit below the knee
- silhouette
- Fitted bodice, straight midi skirt, 122 cm from shoulder
- occasion
- Suited to weddings and formal occasions
- styling
- Black-and-white contrast styling for evening or occasion
- value
- Flat 725 CAD across sizes, but dry cleaning adds upkeep
- brand_background
- Self-Portrait, founded 2013 by Han Chong
Product record
- Title
- Contrasting Collar Floral Lace Midi Dress
- Brand
- Self-Portrait
- Price
- 725 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4 stars, 1 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesUses
Wearing it as a guest to a wedding ceremony
One wearer who considered this lace midi for an English wedding found the cut-outs less noticeable in person and said the built-in slip underneath is quite thick, without a sheer effect — she felt comfortable on reveal when trying it on. She still planned to cover her shoulders during the ceremony itself given the UK weather, so bringing a layer may be worth considering.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Contrasting Collar Floral Lace Midi Dress: Choose this if you want a fitted black midi dress in delicate floral lace with a statement white point collar, bow, and decorative buttons at the neckline, plus a removable belt to cinch the waist. It has short scalloped lace sleeves and a scalloped hem, with an opaque lining that ends above the knee so the lower skirt is visibly sheer lace. One wearer reported feeling comfortable with the reveal since the slip underneath is quite thick, and note this exact design comes only in black or white.[1,2,3,4] | Openwork Lace Point-Collar Dress: Choose this if you want a romantic navy midi in delicate openwork floral lace, with a solid point collar, cap sleeves, an adjustable belted waist, and a fitted bodice flowing into a flared scalloped-hem skirt. The slightly stretchy guipure lace sits over a removable slip lining, though the lace is sheer in places and the lower skirt panels have absent or less visible lining. One try-on reviewer found the cut-outs less noticeable than they appear and the slip quite thick, feeling comfortable in terms of coverage, but planned to cover their shoulders for a ceremony.[1,5,6,7] | Draped Lace Bust Dress: Choose this if you want a romantic, fitted midi in cream with sheer floral lace sleeves, a pleated crepe skirt, and embellished details like jeweled bows, a beaded belt, and a sweetheart bodice with a stand-up collar. It suits events where an ornate, long-sleeved look works, with a length of about 47.75 inches from the top of the shoulder and US sizes 4 through 14 offered. Note that one wearer found the under-slip quite thick, so it doesn't really create a nude illusion, and the cutouts are less noticeable in person than photos may suggest.[1,8,9] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
A knee-to-calf length black floral lace dress with a contrasting white pointed collar, short sleeves, a slim black waist belt, decorative front buttons, and a sheer lower skirt with scalloped hem.
- Overall silhouetteForm-fitting bodice with a straight skirt that extends to a midi/calf length; the lower portion of the skirt is semi-sheer lace while the upper skirt and bodice have a lined appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - Lace fabric and floral patternAll-over floral lace overlay with visible flower and leaf motifs; lace shows varying opacity with denser motifs on the bodice and more open lace on the lower skirt.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.72 (high) - Contrasting collarPointed, flat white collar that contrasts with the black lace; sits closed at the neck with a visible small gap at the front center.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.03 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Front button placketVertical front placket with three visible decorative buttons beneath the collar; buttons appear to have a reflective or jeweled center and are mounted on the black lace placket.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (medium) - Short sleevesShort, cap-style sleeves made from the same black floral lace, ending above the elbow with a scalloped lace edge.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high) - Waist beltSlim black belt with a rectangular buckle sits at the natural waist; belt appears to be matte and contrasts slightly in texture with the lace.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.06 (high) - Sheer lower skirt and scalloped hemFrom mid-thigh downward the lace is unlined and visibly sheer against the model's legs; hem finishes with a scalloped lace edge.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.54 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high) - Visible model arms and hand placementModel's right arm rests alongside the body with fingers visible near the hip; left arm is cropped at the top of the image. These are part of the styling and show fit at the shoulder and waist.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high)
Other
Studio fashion shot with a model against a neutral light gray to white gradient background; even soft lighting minimizes harsh shadows and there is a faint floor shadow beneath the model.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view of a standing model cropped slightly above the head and including feet; product centered vertically and slightly left of center in the frame.
- BackgroundNeutral light gray to white gradient studio background with no props or additional items.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with a subtle shadow beneath the model's feet and minimal specular highlights on the buttons and collar.
- Image cropTop of the model's head is slightly cropped from the frame.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.00 · w 0.50 · h 0.08 (high)
Colors
deep black· lace dress bodybright white· contrasting collarmatte black· waist beltwarm metallic· front button embellishments- Overall silhouetteForm-fitting bodice with a straight skirt that extends to a midi/calf length; the lower portion of the skirt is semi-sheer lace while the upper skirt and bodice have a lined appearance.
- 02

Product
Upper half of a black floral lace dress with a contrasting white collar tied in a small flat bow, decorative silver-tone spiky buttons at the front keyhole, short scalloped lace sleeves, and a black fabric belt with a rectangular covered buckle at the waist.
- White contrasting collarStandalone white flat collar that wraps around the neck opening and meets at the center front where it forms a narrow flat bow tied on top of the collar.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.08 (high) - Front bow detailSmall flat double-loop bow made from the same white fabric as the collar, positioned at the collar center above the keyhole opening.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.09 · w 0.11 · h 0.05 (high) - Decorative front buttonsVertical row of four round silver-tone decorative buttons with radiating spiky/textured surfaces, aligned down the center front within a narrow keyhole opening.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.13 · w 0.06 · h 0.28 (high) - Black floral lace bodiceOpaque black floral lace fabric covering the bodice with visible floral motifs and openwork; lace overlays a lining that is darker and less open below the yoke.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high) - Short scalloped sleevesShort sleeves made from the same black lace with a delicate scalloped hem showing small lace fringe at the sleeve edges.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.18 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high) - Black fabric belt with covered buckleBlack belt around the waist made from a matte fabric with a rectangular covered buckle and visible belt holes beside the buckle.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.62 · w 0.66 · h 0.12 (high) - Keyhole neckline openingSmall vertical keyhole opening at center front beneath the bow where the decorative buttons are placed.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.12 · w 0.07 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing the model from just below the chin to the hips against a light neutral gradient background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Framing and cropImage cropped at the model's chin and mid-hip, centered on the garment front.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven light gray to off-white gradient studio background with no visible props.
- Model presencePartial front-facing model visible from the chin to the upper arms; no additional styling props visible.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.38 (high) - LightingSoft studio lighting producing gentle, even illumination and slight shadowing under the collar and belt.
Colors
matte black· black lacesoft white· collar and bowsilver metallic· decorative buttonsmatte black· belt and buckle- White contrasting collarStandalone white flat collar that wraps around the neck opening and meets at the center front where it forms a narrow flat bow tied on top of the collar.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a midi-length black floral lace dress with a contrasting white collar, fitted waist sash, short sleeves, scalloped hem and a center back slit revealing a sheer lace lower skirt.
- View and poseRear-facing model showing the back of the dress, standing with weight on one leg and right arm relaxed at side.
- Overall silhouetteStraight midi silhouette with a fitted waist and a skirt that falls below mid-calf.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.08 · w 0.54 · h 0.82 (high) - Fabric and patternBlack floral lace overlay with dense floral motifs; lace is semi-sheer in lower skirt and more layered at bodice.
2 regions
x 0.23 · y 0.08 · w 0.54 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.57 · w 0.40 · h 0.33 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves made from the same black floral lace with scalloped eyelash trim at the hem of the sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.27 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Contrasting collarWhite, pointed collar that contrasts with the black lace; visible at the back of the neck.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.03 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (high) - Neck closure detailSmall back neck closure where the collar meets the lace; closure area has a tied or looped fastening partially obscured by the collar.Partial
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.05 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (medium) - Waist sashMatte black sash or belt at the natural waist that cinches the dress; a small bow or knot is visible at the model's right side.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.35 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium) - Center back slitVertical center-back slit starting below the knee, revealing sheer lace and the model's legs through the lace.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.57 · w 0.24 · h 0.36 (high) - Hem detailScalloped lace hem with eyelash-like lace edging at the skirt bottom.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.84 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - LiningOpaque lining ends above the knee so the lower skirt section is visibly sheer lace.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model against a neutral light gray gradient background showing the garment; visible props include shoes and the model's hair and skin which are not part of the product.
- Background and lightingEven studio lighting on a smooth light gray to white gradient background with soft shadow under the model.
- Shoes (prop)Model wears black open-back kitten-heel mules visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.87 · w 0.23 · h 0.10 (high) - Model croppingHead is visible but partially cropped at the top; full body down to shoes is visible.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
black· lace overlay and main bodywhite· collarblack· waist sash
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Self-Portrait
Navy Floral Guipure Midi Dress
Variants
5 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4695303 | Contrasting Collar Floral Lace Midi Dress - Black - 2 | CA$725.00 | Yes |
| 4695304 | Contrasting Collar Floral Lace Midi Dress - Black - 4 | CA$725.00 | Yes |
| 4695305 | Contrasting Collar Floral Lace Midi Dress - Black - 6 | CA$725.00 | Yes |
| 4695306 | Contrasting Collar Floral Lace Midi Dress - Black - 8 | CA$725.00 | Yes |
| 4695308 | Contrasting Collar Floral Lace Midi Dress - Black - 12 | CA$725.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Robe midi
Très petite ; aussi a-t-il fallu que je me rende 2 fois au magasin pour avoir ma taille (6).
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/WeddingattireapprovalReddit users largely approve the Self-Portrait dress for an English wedding, with some noting the cutouts may be slightly risqué but overall positive.
Most comments praise the dress and say it is appropriate; a few mention it may be a bit revealing, but the OP felt comfortable and leaning towards red.
Themes
Use Cases
- Wedding guest attire
Watch Out For
Source Threads
OP shares feedback on the Self-Portrait dress's revealing nature and color options
To those who suggested it may be a tad risqué - in real life the cut outs are really not as noticeable and the slip underneath is really quite thick and doesn’t really create the nude illusion as some implied here. Well at least I felt comfortable in the dress when trying it on revealing-wise + I know the UK weather, so I’d definitely cover my shoulders during the ceremony itself. It was the colour I was querying. Annoyingly the only other colour this exact design comes in is white 😅
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