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Sustainable European Jersey

Our jersey is made with TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers, good for the Earth and your busy life. Its soft touch, high-stretch and wrinkle resistant qualities make it a staple fabric in our collections.

Care: Machine wash on delicate cycle, or hand wash in cold water. Tumble dry on low heat, or for best results, lay flat to dry.

Stretch: Very high.

Sustainable European Jersey
 Sheer European Jersey

Our sheer viscose jersey is our signature fabric with just the right amount of sheerness and stretch, which allows us to create unique ephemeral silhouettes that you wouldn’t find elsewhere.

Care: Machine wash on delicate cycle, or hand wash in cold water.Lay flat to dry. We would discourage the use of a dryer to avoid pilling.

Stretch: Very high.

Sheer European Jersey
 European Ponte

Wonderful for both fitted and loose garments, Ponte offers a flattering fit so you can focus on more important things than constantly tugging and readjusting. Less stretchy than jersey, it gives a more structured look that’s perfect for formal pieces like our signature Manhattan One Shoulder designs. It’s also wrinkle resistant and perfect for traveling.

Care: Machine wash on delicate cycle, or hand wash in cold water. Tumble dry on low heat, or for best results, lay flat to dry.

Stretch: Mid-to-high.

European Ponte
 Midweight European French Terry

Our Midweight french terry sweatshirt fabric has so much to offer, including sustainable construction and lasting quality wash after wash. Complete with a brushed french terry inner layer, it’ll keep you warm and cozy through any chilly day.

Care: Machine wash on delicate cycle, or hand wash in cold water. Tumble dry on low heat, or for best results, lay flat to dry.

Stretch: Mid-to-low.

Midweight European French Terry
 Lightweight European French Terry

Our cotton-based lightweight french terry is the thinner of the two kinds of sweatshirt fabrics we offer. Constructed with a fine, french terry inner layer, it mimics the feeling of silk on the skin. Complete with a high-stretch content, it's perfect for keeping you comfortable on your busiest days.

Care: Machine wash on delicate cycle, or hand wash in cold water. Tumble dry low on heat, or for best results, lay flat to dry.

Stretch: High.

Lightweight European French Terry
 European Poplin Cotton

OEKO-TEX® certified, our 100% European poplin cotton fabric has become a core material in our collection with its elevated look and its comfy, crisp feel. It’s used for our looser, structured silhouettes.

Care: Machine wash. Do not tumble dry. Do not bleach. Dry cleaning is recommended. Iron on low

Stretch: None.

European Poplin Cotton
 Organic Cotton Jersey

Our 100% French organic cotton jersey is breathable and airy. Used for many of our tees and casual shirts for an elevated look and luxurious feel.

Care: Machine wash on delicate cycle, or hand wash in cold water. Lay flat to dry. Iron on low heat.

Stretch: Not much stretch.

Organic Cotton Jersey
 Italian Virgin Wool

Our 100% virgin Italian wool is nothing short of a dream—part of its production involves being boiled, giving it a noticeably felted appearance. Our Merino wool, both the French Merino wool mix (20% Merino wool, 80% acrylic) and the 100% Italian extra fine Merino wool, are of fine fibers resulting in soft, lighter, and more flexible garments.

Care: Gentle care required—dry clean only. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Dry flat when needed. Iron on low heat.

Stretch: None.

Italian Virgin Wool
 European Wool Blend

Our European wool blend is the thickest selection of our yarns. This yarn is a balance of 30% wool and 70% acrylic fibers - making it soft to the touch and more comfortable on the skin than traditional wool yarns.

Care: Dry clean only.

Stretch: Mid stretch.

European Wool Blend
Tehya

Tehya is 5'10" (178 cm). Often wears our size XS.

Tehya
 Alison

Alison is 5'10.5" (179 cm). Often wears our size XS.

Alison
 Aliza

Aliza is 5'10" (178 cm). Often wears our size XS.

Aliza
 Ariane

Ariane is 5'10.5" (179 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Ariane
 Astrid

Astrid is 5'9" (175 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Astrid
 Bianca

Bianca is 5'8.5" (174 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Bianca
 Carmel

Carmel is 5'9" (175 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Carmel
 Christina

Christina is 5'9" (175 cm) tall. Often wears our size XL.

Christina
 Emma

Emma is 5'9" (175 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Emma
 Emmy

Emmy is 5'10.5" (179 cm). Often wears our size XS.

Emmy
 Emily

Emily is 5'9.5" (177 cm). Often wears our size XS.

Emily
 Fatou

Fatou is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Fatou
 Fred

Fred is 5'9.5" (176.5 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Fred
 Janine

Janine is 5'8" (173 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Janine
 Katrina

Katrina is 5'10.5" (179 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Katrina
 Julia

Julia is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Julia
 Laura

Laura is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Laura
 Lottie

Lottie is 5'11" (180 cm) tall. Often wears our size L.

Lottie
 Lydia

Lydia is 5'10" (178 cm). Often wears our size XS.

Lydia
 Mariana

Lottie is 5'9" (175 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Mariana
 Maritza

Maritza is 5'9.5" (177 cm) tall. She is a size S and is often shown wearing size XS.

Maritza
 Martyna

Martyna is 5'8" (173 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Martyna
 Maya

Maya is 5'7" (170 cm) tall. Often wears our size L.

Maya
 Mical

Mical is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Mical
 Milana

Milana is 5'9.5" (176.5 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Milana
 Mily

Mily is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Mily
 Miqueal

Miqueal is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Miqueal
 Nane

Nane is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Nane
 Natalee

Natalee is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size M.

Natalee
 Palak

Palak is 5'9.5" (176.5 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Palak
 Rocio

Rocio is 5'9.5" (177 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Rocio
 Rosa

Rosa is 5'9" (175 cm) tall. Often wears our size L.

Rosa
 Sam

Sam is 5'8" (173 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Sam
 Sarah

Sarah is 5'9.5" (177 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Sarah
 Saria

Saria is 5'9" (175 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Saria
 Savannah

Savannah is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Savannah
 Sejal

Sejal is 5'8" (173 cm) tall. Often wears our size M.

Sejal
 Sophie

Sophie is 5'9 (175cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Sophie
 Shannon

Shannon is 5'8" (173 cm) tall. Often wears our size L.

Shannon
 Steph

Steph is 5'11" (180 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Steph
 Sydney

Sydney is 5'11" (180 cm) tall. Often wears our size L.

Sydney
 Xun

Xun is 5'9" (175 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Xun
 Yada

Yada is 5'9" (175 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Yada
 Amam

Amam is 5'10" (178 cm) tall. Often wears our size XS.

Amam

Clara Dress

European Poplin Cotton & Ponte Maxi Dress

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Clara Dress

European Poplin Cotton & Ponte Maxi Dress

Sale price$163.00 Regular price$192
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Petite
Color:Black

Fit: True to size. Mid stretch bodice, non-stretch skirt. Intentionally relaxed waist and high hips.

Size:
Delivery: 5-10 Business Days.
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Our beloved Clara is your perfect capsule dress—a classic, comfy design that flatters all shapes and will always stay in style. Clara's top features a low scoop neckline with tank straps handcrafted from structured, mid-stretch European ponte. Her skirt is fashioned from 100% European poplin cotton with a side zip for easy wear, offering full coverage and all-day comfort. And, yes, Clara has pockets!

Shop also Clara in off white with a lined skirt.

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Overall rating: 4.9019136 / 5 from 418 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Clara Dress is highly praised for its flattering fit, beautiful fabric, and high-quality material. Customers appreciate its flattering look, excellent neckline, and functional pockets. The dress is also noted for its perfect length and comfortable wear.

Summary topics

  • Fit: 26%
  • Look: 11%
  • Neckline: 3%
  • Pockets: 5%
  • Length: 7%

Review topics: ["size","fit","color","shipping","length","weight","look","price","straps","waist","quality","piece","material","fabric","design","dress","comfort","pockets","feel","skirt","cut","style","shape","top","zipper","neckline","packaging","cotton","fun","versatility"].

Review highlights

  • "Great fit, great length, great materials!" — Bonnie
  • "Love the styling and fit and length awesome." — Mercie H.
  • "The material is of good quality and the fit is great!" — Myrna L.

Reviews

Amazing petite dress with stretch.

"I purchased a large because many people mentioned zipper. I purchased that because I am a little more barrel chested and didn’t know how much give the dress would have. The top is a bit stretchy and I think ordering a medium would suit me just fine. The skirt material is light and would not be a dress that is too heavy for the summer. I also purchased the petite size and do wish it was just a little bit shorter. I’m 5’3”, 45 years or age, roughly 180 and will be ordering a medium soon enough as the top has a little more give and stretch. It’s worth every penny. The ONLY downside. The pockets do not really hold anything in them when you sit down. I used a small wallet the day I wore it and the keys to my car and both items fell out several times. I wish that could be corrected. But I’ll just carry a purse."

— Shannon D. (5/5)

Love it

"I love this dress so much! Chic and comfortable and the pockets are great."

— Acia G. (5/5)

Really gorgeous!!

"Really a gorgeous dress! Fit me tts!! I bought another one on off white, but unfortunately it didn't fit good on my 4"11 hight. However it is very fresh and beautiful!! It is was taller I would keep it. It just that , it was too much extra fabric that swallowed me because of my small frame Marcella thank you for making very pretty and quality clothes with a good purpose!!"

— Maria T. (5/5)

Perfect dress

"Beautiful dress! High quality fabric ! Great fit!"

— Elizabeth S. (5/5)

"Stunning little black dress. I'll likely shortened it, but love it. Ended up in a large which surprised me. The bodice may run small."

— Terrilyn (5/5)

The dress is of high

"The dress is of high quality and it’s very comfortable. I am 5’2” tall. I ordered a petite, and still needed to get it altered as it was too long."

— Jennifer A. (4/5)

Love it!

"I feel so fancy in this dress! Can be dressed up or down effortlessly. I love the fabric of the skirt and how it has some natural poof. I only knocked off a star because the bust is tight but the waist a bit loose. Overall it fits OK but it could be a bit better."

— Rae (4/5)

"Couldn’t be happier with this dress. I used the size finder and it fits perfectly. Super comfortable and well made like the other Marcella products I have purchased so far."

— CAROL (5/5)

Perfect dress

"What a pretty dress. Sexy and elegant at the same time. I'm so happy that it's available in Petite. Please make more petite designs available!"

— Fashiongirl (5/5)

"Perfect fit-love it"

— Catherine (5/5)

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