Melina Metallic Halter Cocktail Dress

Name: Melina Metallic Halter Cocktail Dress
Brand: Khaite
SKU: sku242675023
Price: 1279.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Khaite's Melina Metallic Halter Cocktail Dress glints with a quiet, couture-like glow, knit from a cotton blend that balances softness with lift. The halter neckline sits clean at the collarbones, while an open back keeps the mood sultry and modern. A full A-line skirt sways away from the waist, adding drama without weight. The fabric mix—41% cotton, 33% viscose, 18% metallic fibers, 6% polyamide, 2% polyurethane—reads luxe yet easy, a knit that feels substantial but not heavy.

Pulls over with no hardware, and the silhouette skims the bust before blooming into a sweeping skirt. The halter and open back frame the shoulders, while the knit holds its shape through movement, letting the dress glide from cocktail hour to after-dark hours. Layer it under a tailored jacket for evening city moments or pair with minimal sandals for a breezy party look; its scale and shine ride smoothly across settings.

Melina sits in line with Khaite's refined approach to texture and timing—the kind of piece that reads quiet glam, not loud sparkle, and feels at home in both editorial moments and real life.

Materials / Fabrication

Knit cocktail dress built from a cotton blend with a shimmering metallic finish
Halter neckline
Sleeveless
Open back
Full A-line skirt
Composition: 41 percent cotton, 33 percent viscose, 18 percent metallic fibers, 6 percent polyamide, 2 percent polyurethane
Cotton blend knit fabric
Length: about 52 inches from shoulder to hem
Made in Italy

Recommended Care

Dry clean only to preserve metallic fibers and knit integrity
Avoid direct heat; use a cool steamer to remove wrinkles
Store on a hanger to maintain shape or fold carefully with tissue to prevent creasing

Fit Notes

Halter neckline with a sleeveless cut and an open back.
Full A-line skirt in a knit cotton blend with a shimmering metallic finish.
Pulls over without a zipper for a clean front.
About 52 inches long from shoulder to hem.

The Khaite Moodboard

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About Khaite

Khaite is a New York City based contemporary women’s fashion label that offers an array of ready-to-wear pieces. Launched in 2016, designer Catherine Holstein has been creating elevated classics that can be worn forever. Timeless pieces are designed to transcend trends. Clean lines, modern silhouettes, and wearable staples embody Khaite collection. Shop the latest collection from Khaite, ranging in slip dresses to cozy sweaters, fitted jeans, pants, knitwear and shirts.