Self-Portrait
Embellished Tulle Caped Midi Dress
This Embellished Tulle Caped Midi Dress from Self-Portrait is a fit-and-flare midi dress with a mermaid silhouette, featuring a sequined micro-tulle overlay with all-over floral embroidery and a sheer cape covering the upper arms. It includes a jewelled crew neck, buttoned teardrop opening behind the neck, concealed back zipper, and full lining. The dress measures 52.25 inches (133 cm) from the top of the shoulder.
- Gender
- female
- Style
- glam, romantic, mermaid, formal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Size
Specifications
Refined mermaid silhouette dress with sequined tulle and delicate cape sleeves
Sequined micro-tulle, full lining, jewelled crew neck, delicate cape, concealed zip back closure
- Material
- Main material: 100% polyester; Decorative trim: 100% polyamide; Connective yarn 1: 100% polyamide; Connective yarn 2: 100% polyester; Lining 1: 100% polyester; Lining 2: 100% polyamide
- Style
- glam, romantic, mermaid, formal
- Occasion
- party, formal, wedding
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- Sequined micro-tulle fabric
- Full lining for opacity
- Jewelled crew neckline
- Delicate cape covering upper arms
- Buttoned teardrop opening behind neck
- Concealed back zipper closure
- Fit and flare silhouette
- Mermaid hemline
- Embellished with sequins
- Sheer tulle overlay
- Midi length of 52.25 inches
- Very feminine fit
Product Insights
Self-Portrait's Embellished Tulle Caped Midi Dress, a London-based brand favored by the Princess of Wales, delivers an Old Hollywood red-carpet look with its sequined micro-tulle cape overlay and mermaid silhouette that flares at the knee, featuring floral embroidery and a 133 cm floor-grazing length. Priced at $995 CAD, it commands a $170 premium over the brand's similar non-caped version, justified by its embroidered (not glued) sequins on slightly stretchy ultra-fine tulle, full lining for comfort and opacity, and royal endorsement reinforcing black-tie eligibility. The mermaid fit runs snug through the hips—size up if between sizes—and the concealed zipper and neck button make solo dressing difficult, requiring assistance. The cape is fully sheer, recommending a strapless bra, while the body is fully lined and opaque; standard undergarments suffice. Care demands dry cleaning and steam only, no iron, and storage on padded hangers or folded in cotton bags. Suitable for garden weddings and galas, the sewn-in cape and comfortable, lined construction balance dramatic style with wearability.
Verified claims
- Brand heritage
- Self-Portrait is a London-based brand founded by Han Chong and favored by the Princess of Wales.
- Design
- Sequined micro-tulle cape with mermaid silhouette and floral embroidery.
- Care
- At $995 CAD, this dress is $170 premium over Self-Portrait's similar non-caped sequin midi.
- Movement
- Mermaid silhouette flares at knee; 52.25-in hem on size 4 ensures stride freedom.
- Comfort
- Slight stretch and full lining ensure comfort when seated and against skin.
- Sizing
- Mermaid cut is snug through hips; size up if between sizes for comfort.
- Length
- 133 cm shoulder-to-hem length creates a floor-grazing gown silhouette.
- Brand trust
- Kate Middleton wears Self-Portrait, reinforcing its black-tie eligibility.
- Craftsmanship
- Sequins are embroidered onto tulle and dress is fully lined for comfort and durability.
- Brand prestige
- Royal and designer credentials add intangible brand value to this dress.
- Sequin attachment
- Sequins are embroidered into micro-tulle, not glued, resisting peeling.
- Tulle base
- Ultra-fine micro-tulle is slightly stretchy for a soft, airy drape.
- Lining
- Full lining prevents sequins from feeling abrasive against the skin.
- Cleaning
- Dry clean only; steam to remove wrinkles, never iron.
- Storage
- Hang short-term on padded hanger, fold long-term, store in cotton bag.
- Precautions
- Dry perfumes and cosmetics before wearing to avoid discoloration.
- Fit
- Size up if between sizes; the stretchy tulle and full lining provide comfort.
- Closure
- Back closure with concealed zipper and neck button requires assistance to fasten.
- Dressing
- Back zipper, neck button, and attached cape make solo dressing difficult.
- Sheerness
- Bodice and skirt are fully lined and opaque; the cape is unlined and fully sheer.
- Undergarment guidance
- Standard undergarments are suitable for the body; a strapless bra is recommended for the cape.
- Silhouette
- Cape overlay and mermaid-fit silhouette create an Old Hollywood red-carpet look
- Occasion suitability
- Floor-grazing romantic cape dress for garden weddings and galas; cape is sewn-in.
- Wearability
- Fully lined tulle with slight stretch; cape drapes freely for comfort.
Product record
- Title
- Embellished Tulle Caped Midi Dress
- Brand
- Self-Portrait
- Price
- 995 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Three-quarter side view of a fitted midi dress made in sheer nude/blush tulle with an attached short cape overlay and all-over floral sequin and bead embroidery, fitted through the bodice and flaring into a tiered, flounced hem. Visible beaded neckline and sheer cape draping over the shoulders.
- Overall silhouetteFitted sheath through the bodice and hips with a flared, flounced midi hem; dress appears ankle-to-calf length on the model and is shown at a three-quarter side angle with the model's right side slightly forward.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.86 (high) - Fabric and layersSheer nude-blush tulle outer layer over a nude lining; outer tulle is translucent and shows embroidered embellishment sewn on top.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.50 · h 0.72 (high) - Cape overlayShort, cape-like tulle overlay that falls from the neckline to just above the bust and drapes over the shoulders creating short cape sleeves.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.20 (high) - Neckline trimNarrow beaded trim encircling the neckline with slightly darker, metallic-looking beads providing a contrast to the blush tulle.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.00 · w 0.24 · h 0.06 (high) - Embellishment patternAll-over floral motifs formed from clusters of sequins and beads connected by beaded vine lines; motifs repeat across bodice and skirt and continue onto the cape.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.66 (high) - Hem detailFlounced, slightly sheer tiered hem with visible scalloped edge of tulle and embellishment continuing to the hemline.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.62 · h 0.30 (high) - Visible seams and constructionVertical seams visible on the side and back panel shaping the bodice; seam lines appear under the embroidered tulle.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.46 (medium) - Footwear shownModel is wearing black strappy heeled sandals with a thin toe strap and a low flared heel; sandals are separate from the dress but visible in the image.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.82 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a seamless light gray to white gradient background showing a cropped model at three-quarter side angle; soft, even studio lighting with minimal shadowing and slight floor shadow under feet. Model's head is partially cropped at the top.
- Background and lightingEven, shadow-soft studio illumination on a neutral light gray to white seamless background producing a faint shadow beneath the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionModel positioned slightly left of center in a three-quarter side pose showing mostly the dress's right side; image crops off the top of the model's head and includes the model's legs to the feet.
- Model presenceHuman model wearing the dress with visible arms and legs; no other people or props visible.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.00 · w 0.72 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
blush nude· tulle base#ECCAACpastel pink· floral embellishments#EBC5B2metallic silver· beaded vine and sequin workgunmetal· neckline trim- Overall silhouetteFitted sheath through the bodice and hips with a flared, flounced midi hem; dress appears ankle-to-calf length on the model and is shown at a three-quarter side angle with the model's right side slightly forward.
- 02
Product
Upper-body view of a sheer nude-pink dress with a short tulle cape overlay decorated with sequined floral embroidery and a densely beaded round neckline; model torso and hands visible.
- Neckline beadingRound crew neckline finished with a dense band of multi-colored faceted beads and rhinestones forming a continuous collar.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.07 (high) - Tulle cape overlaySheer short cape of pale blush tulle that drapes from the neckline over the shoulders and upper chest with a scalloped hem at the front edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.88 · h 0.28 (high) - Sequin floral embroideryAll-over floral motifs embroidered with pink fabric pieces and outlined and filled with silver sequins and small beads forming circular and petal shapes on the tulle and bodice.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.80 · h 0.62 (high) - Sheer nude mesh bodiceFitted sheer nude mesh visible beneath the tulle, forming the dress base and showing embroidery applied directly to it.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.76 · h 0.50 (high) - Short cape sleeve lengthCape ends above the mid-upper arm with the tulle forming a short sleeve-like overlay rather than a full-length sleeve.
2 regions
x 0.68 · y 0.14 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.14 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (medium) - Scalloped front edgeFront edge of the tulle cape shows a delicate scalloped trim following the floral motif line.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.80 · h 0.08 (high) - Visible model hands and placementModel hands are clasped at the lower chest/upper abdomen, partially obscuring some embroidery in that area.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.56 · w 0.52 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio shot cropped to show model from chin to hips against a plain light background; even soft lighting with minimal shadowing.
- Shot compositionCropped studio photograph showing model from just below the chin to the upper thighs, centered horizontally.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray to white seamless background with soft, diffused lighting that minimizes harsh shadows and highlights fabric texture.
- Model stylingShort blonde hair visible at top of frame; no additional props or accessories besides the dress collar are visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on embroidery and beads with fine detail visible; no legible printed text in image.
Colors
pale blush pink· tulle cape#EBC5B3nude beige· mesh bodice#EBC5B3metallic silver· sequin embroiderysoft light pink· floral appliques#EBC5B3mixed gold clear pink· neckline beads#D5A37B- Neckline beadingRound crew neckline finished with a dense band of multi-colored faceted beads and rhinestones forming a continuous collar.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a nude-pale-pink tulle midi dress with a short cape overlay and allover floral sequin and bead embroidery; fitted through the bodice with a flared skirt and a center-back closure.
- Silhouette and viewDress shown from the rear at a slight three-quarter angle, fitted through the waist and hips with a flared midi skirt ending below mid-calf.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.86 (high) - Cape overlayShort, sheer tulle cape drapes from the shoulders to just above the elbow and across the upper back, edged with the same sequin embellishment as the dress.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.22 (high) - Embellishment patternAllover floral motif composed of round flower shapes and curving vine lines rendered in light-pink appliques and silver sequins/beads distributed across the bodice, cape, and skirt.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high) - Center-back closureVertical center-back seam with a concealed zipper or seam running from the neckline down past the waist to the skirt, visible as a narrow line through the embellishment.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.10 · w 0.10 · h 0.60 (medium) - Hem detailSheer tulle hem with a scalloped or gently irregular edge where embellishments reach the lower border of the skirt.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.68 · w 0.70 · h 0.28 (high) - Neckline finishingNeckline at the nape is finished with a short beaded or jeweled trim visible above the cape, forming a small decorative collar element.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.04 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Studio shot with white seamless background showing a model wearing the dress and brown heeled mules; soft, even lighting and faint shadow beneath feet.
- Background and lightingEven, high-key white studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model poseModel standing with weight on one leg, left arm relaxed at side and right arm slightly behind, showing the back and a three-quarter side profile of the dress.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Footwear propModel wears dark brown heeled mules with a slim heel, visible at the bottom of the image and not part of the dress.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.86 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.86 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high) - ShadowingSoft shadow visible on the studio floor beneath and slightly behind the model's feet.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.90 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (medium)
Colors
nude pink· tulle base#ECCAAClight pink· floral appliques#EBC5B3metallic silver· sequins and beadwork- Silhouette and viewDress shown from the rear at a slight three-quarter angle, fitted through the waist and hips with a flared midi skirt ending below mid-calf.