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Staud Elyse knitted pleated midi dress

Name: Staud Elyse knitted pleated midi dress
Brand: Staud
SKU: 0198429384617
Price: 305.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product Insights & Style Tips

Staud Elyse knitted pleated midi dress feels like a cool breeze in a tailored world. In a rich cigar shade, the knit blends 59% viscose, 40% nylon, and 1% elastane for a soft, fluid hand that moves with you. Pleated panels run through the midi length, catching light and creating gentle volume, while a clean crewneck anchors the silhouette in modern, quiet polish.

With its forgiving knit and defined pleats, it slips on and skims the body, the touch of elastane giving just enough stretch to glide through the day. The midi hem offers coverage without heaviness, easy to pair with sandals, ankle boots, or sleek heels. Hand wash cold keeps the texture crisp, and the dress layers gracefully under a blazer or cropped knit for varying mood and season.

Staud continues to fuse texture and wear-everywhere ease, and the Elyse dress is a refined example. A crest of pleats and the knit backbone translate into a piece that feels at once architectural and endlessly versatile, suited to city days and night looks alike.

Materials / Fabrication

59 percent viscose
40 percent nylon
1 percent elastane
Collar: crewneck
Designer color name: Cigar

Recommended Care

Hand wash cold to preserve fibers and color

Style Check

Aesthetics: 9/10

Bold, sculptural presence with a midi silhouette that moves with the body. The knitted pleats create architectural texture while the cigar hue reads as modern and versatile. This piece commands editorial attention yet remains wearable with clean lines, a touch of retro romance, and a mood that suits both cocktail events and street style moments.

Craftsmanship: 7/10

crafted with a soft yet structured knit, the dress balances fluid drape and pleated detail. Expect neat topstitching, precise pleat alignment, and a clean hemline. The blend of viscose and nylon adds sheen without glare, while elastane yields comfort. Visuals suggest solid construction, though knit seams warrant careful wear to avoid stretching.

Affordability: $$$$

Price reflects a designer knit with editorial appeal rather than fast fashion, and the value feels justified by silhouette and texture. The dress reads premium in hand, color, and form, while remaining versatile beyond a single event. The cost aligns with its design intention, offering a standout piece without reaching luxury-level pricing.

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