Women's Techno Stretch Velvet Midi Dress
Akris punto
$1690.00
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Product Insights & Style Tips
Techno stretch velvet gives the dress a sleek, sculpted feel that moves with you. The sheath silhouette is sharpened by a self belt at the waist and a poised front slit, while a mock turtleneck and long sleeves keep the upper half refined. A concealed back zip preserves the clean line. The body uses 90% polyester and 10% polyurethane, with trim in 76% triacetate and 24% polyester, all in Japanese fabric for a quiet, luxe drape.
On the body, the stretch velvet skims without clinging and the waist is defined by the belt for structure. The midi length and front slit offer movement and drama in one sweep, while the sleeves and mock neck keep the look evening-ready. It layers easily with a sharp blazer or sleek outer layer and transitions from day to night with the right accessories. The line stays clean and modern, a quiet anchor for a seasonless wardrobe.
Brand notes: Akris punto, founded in 1922 in St. Gallen, is known for precise, modern elegance. This dress channels that ethos with minimal lines, refined fabric, and a belt and slit that read as purposeful drama.
Materials / Fabrication
- Techno stretch velvet
- Midi dress
- Sheath silhouette
- Self-belt cinched waist
- Front slit
- Mock turtleneck
- Long sleeves
- Belted
- Concealed back zip
- Fabric: 90 percent polyester, 10 percent polyurethane
- Trim: 76 percent triacetate, 24 percent polyester
- Imported of Japanese fabric
Recommended Care
- Dry clean recommended to preserve stretch velvet and silhouette
- If washing at home, hand wash cold with a mild detergent; lay flat to dry
- Avoid wringing or twisting; reshape while damp
- Use a garment steamer to remove wrinkles; avoid direct heat from an iron
- Store on a hanger or folded with tissue to maintain shape
Fit Notes
- The sheath silhouette is defined at the waist by a self belt, creating a cinched, clean line.
- Techno stretch velvet offers a close, smooth drape that moves with the body.
- The concealed back zip provides a clean, seamless finish from neck to hem.
- The mock turtleneck and long sleeves give covered, refined styling.