Derek Lam Women's Ella Pleated Cotton Midi-Dress
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Women's Ella Pleated Cotton Midi-Dress

Derek Lam

$550.00 64% OFF

$197.99

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Product Insights & Style Tips

The Ella midi-dress in pure cotton from Derek Lam 10 Crosby carries a confident, refined energy. Cap sleeves frame the shoulder line while a plunging V-neck meets a V-back for a touch of drama. The pleated skirt is punctuated with printed inserts, injecting graphic texture into the crisp cotton and giving the silhouette movement as you walk.

Length runs about 50.5 inches from shoulder to hem, delivering true midi presence. A concealed back zip keeps the front clean and uninterrupted, while the printed inserts in the pleats offer a subtle focal point. The all-cotton construction reads tailored yet wearable, with the cap sleeves and lean upper line balancing the generous skirt so the dress sits smoothly over the body and layers nicely with a jacket or cardigan as seasons shift.

Derek Lam 10 Crosby continues to fuse modern femininity with graphic detail, and the Ella pleated cotton midi-dress fits right into that rhythm. The piece runs large, so consider sizing down to lock in the clean, legible silhouette, and lean into its versatility with minimal accessories that let the print work do the talking.

Materials / Fabrication

  • Pure cotton
  • All-cotton construction
  • Cap sleeves
  • Plunging V-neck
  • V-back
  • Pleated skirt
  • Printed inserts in the pleats
  • Concealed back zip
  • Midi length approximately 50.5 inches from shoulder to hem

Recommended Care

  • Machine wash cold inside out with like colors
  • Use a mild detergent; avoid bleach
  • Gently cycle; line dry or tumble dry on low
  • Iron on low to medium heat if needed

Fit Notes

  • Length runs about 50.5 inches from shoulder to hem, creating a mid-length silhouette.
  • The piece runs large, so consider sizing down to maintain a clean, streamlined silhouette.
  • Cap sleeves frame the shoulder line for a balanced upper body fit.
  • Concealed back zip keeps the front clean and uninterrupted for a smooth silhouette.
Derek Lam Women's Ella Pleated Cotton Midi-Dress

Styling Tips

  • Pair it with sneakers to keep the crisp midi length looking modern while the printed pleats stay in motion.
  • Carry it with a shoulder bag to keep the dress's pleated print center-stage.
  • If layering, opt for open-front outerwear so the plunging V-neck remains visible while you stay polished.

About Derek Lam

Derek Lam is a New York based luxury fashion house founded in 2003 by designer Derek Lam. The brand offers contemporary womenswear, shoes, handbags and eyewear, with a signature modern, effortless elegance that blends tailored suiting with soft drape and clean lines. The collection spans ready-to-wear, accessories, and scent, along with the diffusion line Derek Lam 10 Crosby, launched in 2011 as a dressier, more approachable counterpoint to the mainline. In 2023 the Derek Lam 10 Crosby brand was acquired by Public Clothing Company, ensuring the legacy continues. The label speaks to shoppers seeking refined, versatile pieces that translate from day to night with quiet confidence.