Camilla Short Dress With Jersey Bodice
Camilla
$649.00
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Product Insights & Style Tips
Camilla captures midnight opulence in the Palace Zoology short dress. A dusky black night forms the backdrop for hand-painted bisque and cream wildlife, accented by moody peach and burnt orange florals framed in ornate borders. The jersey bodice offers a smooth, flexible fit, while the fit-and-flare silhouette lets the mini skirt move with you. Adjustable straps and crystal embellishment finish the look.
Elasticated waist creates a forgiving silhouette that moves with you, while the fitted bodice holds its shape without pinching. The unlined skirt swirls to a mini hem, easy to layer with a cropped jacket or blazer by day, then swap to sandals and a clutch for evening. Sleeveless with a round neckline and adjustable straps keeps the lines clean and breathable.
As a Camilla piece, it sits in the brand's drama-meets-wearability wheelhouse. The Palace Zoology print nods to Vienna palace interiors with a wink of natural history, making this dress a standout for events or elevated daytime outings. Pair with metallic heels for evening or soft flats for a sunlit party look.
Materials / Fabrication
- 100 percent organic cotton
- Jersey bodice
- Round neckline
- Mini length
- Fit-and-flare silhouette
- Fitted bodice
- Elasticated waist
- Sleeveless
- Unlined
- Adjustable straps
- Crystal embellishment
- Print inspired by natural history and imperial grandeur with hand-painted bisque and cream wildlife amid moody peach and burnt orange florals and ornate framing
Recommended Care
- Dry clean recommended to preserve crystals and print
- If washing at home, hand wash cold with mild detergent; turn inside out; avoid wringing
- Do not bleach
- Lay flat or hang to dry away from direct sunlight
- Iron on low heat on reverse side if needed; avoid direct heat on crystals
- Store hanging or folded; keep away from sharp items to prevent snagging
Fit Notes
- The bodice is fitted with an elasticated waist that defines the silhouette before the mini skirt.
- Adjustable straps and a round neckline support a sleeveless fit.
- Mini length defines the hemline and overall proportion.
- Unlined construction with a jersey bodice made from 100% organic cotton.
