
Self-Portrait
Scarf-Neck Paisley Chiffon Dress
The Self-Portrait scarf-neck paisley chiffon dress is a maxi-length formal dress made from sheer polyester chiffon with an allover paisley print and fine metallic gold thread. It features a scarf-style tie neck, long sleeves with elastic cuffs, half-length golden buttons, a ruched elastic waist, smocked details, and a slip lining with thin adjustable straps. The dress measures 152 cm (59.75 inches) from the top of the shoulder and is intended for formal or evening wear.
- Color
- midnight blue
- Material
- Polyester sheer chiffon
- Gender
- female
- Style
- romantic, boho-chic, vintage, contemporary
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Specifications
Airy midnight blue paisley chiffon maxi dress with a scarf tie neck, golden accents, and smocked details.
Sheer polyester chiffon, scarf-style tie neck, long sleeves with elastic cuffs, half-length golden buttons, ruched elastic waist, smocked details, slip lining with adjustable straps, maxi length.
- Color
- midnight blue · blue
- Material
- Polyester sheer chiffon
- Style
- romantic, boho-chic, vintage, contemporary
- Occasion
- party, wedding, date-night, formal
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- sheer midnight blue polyester chiffon
- fine golden thread woven through paisley pattern
- paisley pattern with floral whimsy
- scarf-style tie neck
- long sleeves with elastic cuffs
- half-length golden buttons
- ruched elastic waist
- smocked details
- slip lining with thin adjustable straps
- maxi length
- airy, flowy silhouette
- length of 152 cm (59.75 in) from top of shoulder
Product Insights
Scarf-Neck Paisley Chiffon Dress Self-Portrait 1005 CAD Offered in even sizes 2, 4, 6 and 8 only, with size 8 as the largest. The chiffon is semi-sheer, especially in the sleeves and lower skirt, though the dark navy base and busy paisley reduce show-through. At 1005 CAD, the dress is a designer purchase with an active secondhand and dupe market.
Verified claims
- sizing
- Offered in even sizes 2, 4, 6 and 8 only, with size 8 as the largest.
- fit
- Ruched elastic waist sits at the natural waist and stretches, but the exact stretch range is not published.
- design
- The scarf neck is an attached self-tie, not a separate scarf, and can be knotted or draped in more than one way.
- construction
- Includes a separate slip lining with thin adjustable straps rather than a sewn-in lining.
- opacity
- The chiffon is semi-sheer, especially in the sleeves and lower skirt, though the dark navy base and busy paisley reduce show-through.
- material
- Fine golden/metallic threads are woven through the paisley print, giving the navy chiffon a subtle shimmer.
- care
- Machine washable, but do not bleach, do not tumble dry, and do not iron or press; professional dry cleaning in a mesh bag is also acceptable.
- care
- Polyester chiffon holds creases from shipping and storage; steam it rather than ironing, and store on a padded hanger.
- comfort
- Polyester chiffon can build static in dry air and cling to skin or underlayers.
- comfort
- Chiffon's open weave breathes, but the separate slip, long sleeves and maxi length reduce airflow.
- design
- Lightweight chiffon with a gathered, tiered maxi skirt creates a flowing, airy silhouette.
- construction
- Smocked details cinch the dress at the yoke and waist, releasing volume below for a shaped silhouette.
- construction
- Long sheer sleeves gather into elastic or smocked cuffs with a small ruffle.
- design
- Half-length golden buttons run down the front placket beneath the scarf neck.
- styling
- Dressy maxi with metallic paisley and a scarf neck suits evening events, weddings and holiday parties.
- styling
- Under the sheer navy chiffon, dark or matching navy underlayers are less visible than nude; matte finishes work better than shiny ones.
- comparison
- Shoppers identify this as a Self-Portrait style with many affordable dupes and secondhand alternatives.
- value
- At 1005 CAD, the dress is a designer purchase with an active secondhand and dupe market.
- fit
- Maxi length is 152 cm (59.75") from the top of the shoulder, so it may run long on petite frames.
- durability
- The 100% polyester chiffon weave is more prone to snags than standard polyester, so it needs gentle handling.
- variant
- Only Navy/Midnight Blue is offered; the option set is a size ladder rather than a size-and-colour grid.
Product record
- Title
- Scarf-Neck Paisley Chiffon Dress
- Brand
- Self-Portrait
- Price
- 1005 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 12 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Scarf-Neck Paisley Chiffon Dress: Choose this if you are looking for a statement maxi dress in Navy/Midnight Blue featuring a paisley print and metallic highlights. This Self-Portrait piece includes a high scarf-style tie neck, smocked detailing across the bodice, and a full-gathered skirt reaching 152 centimeters (59.75 inches). As the dress is made of 100% polyester chiffon, areas such as the sleeves and skirt panels are visibly semi-transparent.[1,2,3,4] | Poplin Polka Dot V-Neck Dress: Choose this if you want a nostalgic, fitted polka-dot midi dress: it pairs a black-on-white dot print with a deep V-neck wrap-style crossover bodice, a low curved drop waist, and a full gathered A-line skirt that falls below the mid-calf, all in soft, crinkling pure cotton poplin with side seam pockets and a concealed back zip. The hem sits at a midi length (about 47.25 inches or 120 cm from the top of the shoulder) and the dress comes in sizes 2 through 12, though the merchant advises using the United Kingdom column of the size conversion table to find your fit. Image descriptions also differ on the sleeves, describing the dress as both sleeveless and with very short cap sleeves, so check the photos if shoulder coverage matters to you.[5,6] | Polka-Dotted Ruffled Tiered Maxi Dress: Choose this if you want a romantic, retro-chic navy polka-dot maxi in light georgette crepe, with tiered ruffles, sheer long sleeves, a laced V-neckline, an elastic waist, a high-low hem, and a removable full-length liner. It has a relaxed fit and measures about 46.75 inches (119 cm) from the shoulder. One reviewer found the torso so long that she needed a tailor to alter it, so consider fit carefully if you are under roughly 6 feet tall.[7,8,9,10,11,12] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
A long sheer paisley-print chiffon dress worn by a seated model, showing a high scarf-style neck, semi-sheer long sleeves with ruffled cuffs, and a full gathered skirt with metallic shimmer in the print.
- Silhouette and poseFull-length, long-sleeve dress seen on a seated model, torso angled toward camera with the skirt gathered around the lower body and spilled to the floor.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - Neck constructionHigh scarf-style neck with long narrow scarf/tie panels that drape over the shoulder and down the back.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.08 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Sleeve detailSemi-sheer long sleeves with visible paisley print and gathered ruffled cuffs with slight transparency showing skin tone beneath.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Skirt constructionFull gathered skirt with tiering and a flowing sheer hem; fabric pools on the floor with pleated translucent lower panels.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.46 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (high) - Fabric pattern and finishDense paisley print in multiple colors across a dark base with fine metallic or glittery threads creating a subtle overall shimmer.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - SheernessAreas of the dress, notably the sleeves and lower skirt panels, are semi-sheer and reveal underlying layers or skin tone through the fabric.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.24 · y 0.76 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (medium) - Visible seams and gathersHorizontal gathers and seam lines visible at the waist and at tiered skirt sections where fabric is pleated into fullness.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - No printed brand text visible on fabricThere is no legible brand name or printed text on the dress visible in this image.
Other
Studio shot with a solid red backdrop and a light floor; model seated in a posed studio lighting setup with soft shadows. Image shows head and upper torso with hair and hand near face.
- Background and surfaceSolid, saturated red backdrop occupying the upper image area and a light neutral floor in the lower area where the skirt rests.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.62 · w 1.00 · h 0.38 (high) - Model pose and visible body partsSeated female model with short blonde hair, left hand supporting chin and right arm bent behind back; face turned slightly toward camera.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - Jewelry propSmall circular earring visible on the model's left ear.
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.18 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, directional studio lighting from the front-left producing gentle shadows under the chin and subtle highlights on hair and fabric shimmer.
- Image framingVertical crop showing the model from head to the pooled skirt; small margin of floor visible at image bottom.
Colors
deep navy· main fabric basemulticolor paisley (teal, rust, tan)· paisley printmetallic gold shimmer· metallic shimmer threads- Silhouette and poseFull-length, long-sleeve dress seen on a seated model, torso angled toward camera with the skirt gathered around the lower body and spilled to the floor.
- 02

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a long, sheer chiffon maxi dress with paisley print. Visible details include sheer long sleeves, a shirred waist, tiered ruffled skirt, and a scarf-style neck drape falling at the back/side.
- Overall silhouetteMaxi-length dress shown from the rear three-quarter angle, fitted through the waist with a flowing, full skirt that reaches the floor.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.08 · w 0.70 · h 0.87 (high) - Fabric transparency and textureSheer lightweight chiffon fabric with visible semi-transparency on the sleeves and lower skirt; vertical fine pleating or pintuck texture visible across the skirt panels.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.60 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong sheer sleeves with elasticized or shirred cuff creating a gathered ruffle at the wrist; sleeve is semi-transparent showing arm silhouette.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.16 · w 0.22 · h 0.26 (high) - Waist detailShirred or smocked waist seam producing a fitted waistline with slight gathering above and below the seam.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.25 · h 0.12 (high) - Neck detailScarf-style neck drape visible at the left side of the model's back, looped or hanging near the shoulder area.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Skirt tiers and ruffleLower skirt has at least one horizontal tier with gathered ruffle above a slightly more transparent hem panel.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - Paisley printAll-over paisley pattern in multiple colors printed on the dark base fabric, visible on bodice, sleeves, and skirt panels.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.66 (high) - Metallic or sparkly threadFine vertical metallic or glitter-like threads catch light across the fabric, creating a subtle shimmer in the skirt and bodice.Uncertain
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.50 · h 0.60 (medium)
Other
Studio shot with a red vertical backdrop panel and pale floor; model holds a dark brown leather drawstring bag as a prop. Lighting is soft, producing gentle shadows and a clean look.
- Backdrop and floorBright red vertical backdrop occupying the right two-thirds of the frame and a pale off-white floor at the bottom edge.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.00 · w 0.68 · h 0.82 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.82 · w 1.00 · h 0.18 (high) - Prop bagDark brown leather drawstring bucket-style bag held in the model's right hand, visible beside the skirt.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Model pose and cropModel shown in three-quarter rear pose, head turned slightly down and left; image framed from just above the head to the floor so full dress length is visible.
- Hair and skin visibleShort blonde hair and left-side profile are visible; left forearm and hand with a ring are visible and not obstructing dress details.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.03 · y 0.44 · w 0.15 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft even studio lighting with mild shadowing under the skirt and slight specular highlights on the bag indicating directional light from above-left.
Colors
deep navy· main fabric backgroundrust orange· paisley print accentsslate blue· paisley print highlights- Overall silhouetteMaxi-length dress shown from the rear three-quarter angle, fitted through the waist with a flowing, full skirt that reaches the floor.
- 03

Product
Upper-body view of a long-sleeve chiffon dress with a tied scarf neck, sheer sleeves, smocked yoke and waist, vertical pleating, and a detailed paisley print with metallic highlights.
- Scarf neck bowNarrow fabric scarf tied in a bow at the center front of the neck; bow tails hang down over the chest.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Sheer long sleevesFull-length sheer sleeves made from the same printed chiffon as the body, slightly translucent so underlying skin tone is visible; sleeves gather into smocked cuffs with a small ruffled trim.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.57 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.24 · w 0.36 · h 0.50 (high) - Smocked yoke and waistbandElasticized smocking across the upper chest and around the waist creating gathered texture and defined waistline.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.44 · w 0.42 · h 0.12 (high) - Front button placketVertical front opening with several small round decorative buttons visible down the center chest beneath the bow.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Pleated skirtVertical narrow pleats start below the smocked waist and continue downward, visible as fine vertical folds in the fabric.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.56 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high) - Paisley print with metallic highlightsAll-over paisley pattern in contrasting warm metallic and lighter tones on a dark base; some thread or print elements catch light producing a subtle shimmer.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.16 · w 0.72 · h 0.76 (high) - Semi-sheer torso layerTorso region shows a semi-sheer outer chiffon layer with an inner lining visible through it in parts around the chest.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.20 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high) - Ruffled cuff edgeCuffs finish with a narrow ruffle formed from the sheer fabric extending beyond the smocking.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Visible seam lines and gathersGathering and seam lines visible at the shoulder, yoke, waist, and cuff where fabric is gathered into smocking and seams.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.06 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio fashion shot cropped at mid-thigh showing model from shoulders down; plain neutral gradient background with soft even lighting and minimal shadow; model's left hand rests at side with partial face visible at top edge.
- Shot compositionCropped three-quarter frontal view of a model showing upper body and skirt area; head partially visible and lower legs outside frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray to white gradient background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal hard shadows.
- Model hands and partial faceModel's hands are visible at the lower edges of the frame and a partial view of the lower face and hair is visible at the top; no text or props held.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.00 · w 0.38 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.70 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on fabric texture and pattern; no visible motion blur; colors may be slightly influenced by studio lighting.
Colors
dark navy· main fabric backgroundmetallic copper gold· paisley print and metallic accentspearlescent ivory· buttons- Scarf neck bowNarrow fabric scarf tied in a bow at the center front of the neck; bow tails hang down over the chest.
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4695278 | Scarf-Neck Paisley Chiffon Dress - Navy/midnight Blue - 2 | CA$1,005.00 | Yes |
| 4695279 | Scarf-Neck Paisley Chiffon Dress - Navy/midnight Blue - 4 | CA$1,005.00 | Yes |
| 4695280 | Scarf-Neck Paisley Chiffon Dress - Navy/midnight Blue - 6 | CA$1,005.00 | Yes |
| 4695281 | Scarf-Neck Paisley Chiffon Dress - Navy/midnight Blue - 8 | CA$1,005.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/findfashionRedditors identify the dress as a Self-Portrait style and highlight numerous affordable dupes and secondhand options.
The thread is collaborative and positive, with users helping identify the dress and suggesting affordable alternatives; no negativity expressed.
Themes
Compared To
vs AQUA dupe
AQUA brand dupe can be found secondhand on Poshmark for around $30.
vs ASOS dupe
ASOS had its own-brand dupe around 3-4 years ago.
vs City Chic dupe
City Chic made dupes for sizes 12 and up in multiple colors.
vs H&M dupe
H&M had a pale yellow version.
vs New Look UK dupe
New Look UK also made a version.
Source Threads
Identification of Self-Portrait dress and dupe suggestions
This is likely the Azaelea dress from Self-Portrait. There are many dupes of this dress from different brands; I’ve gotten one from the brand AQUA secondhand for around $30 on Poshmark.
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