Karla Black Empire Waist Maxi Dress

The Karla Maxi Dress builds timeless black on a flattering foundation: the empire waist line, which sets the dress's definition high and lets the length fall free.

The scallop v neckline is the signature — a soft, curved edge finished with a tie close detail at the front. Short sleeves with elasticised cuffs frame the arms comfortably, and an invisible back zip with hook and eye clasp keeps the closure hidden. The top is lined; below the empire line, the skirt runs light and unhindered to full maxi length.

Empire waists are the most forgiving geometry in dressmaking, which makes the Karla an all-day black dress in the truest sense — church to lunch to evening without a seam of complaint. Flats keep it graceful for daytime; heels and gold earrings raise it after dark. The scalloped neckline photographs beautifully up close, so sit facing the light.