Essential Maxi Dress - Navy
Essential Maxi Dress - Navy
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- Cool machine wash, 30 degrees
- Wash inside out with like colors
- Do not bleach
- Dry in shade
- No not tumble dry
- Do not dry clean
- Warm iron
95% Micromodal, 5% Lyrca
SIZE GUIDE - DRESSES
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DRESSES
| SIZE | BEST FITS | BUST | WAIST | HIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 6 | 79-83 | 65-69 | 90-94 |
| XS | 8 | 84-88 | 70-74 | 95-99 |
| S | 10 | 89-93 | 75-79 | 100-104 |
| M | 12 | 94-98 | 80-84 | 105-109 |
| L | 14 | 99-103 | 85-89 | 110-114 |
| XL | 16 | 104-109 | 90-95 | 115-120 |
| XXL | 18 | 110-115 | 96-101 | 121-126 |
| XXXL | 20 | 116-121 | 102-107 | 127-133 |
| XXXXL | 22 | 122-127 | 108-103 | 134-140 |
LENGTHS WILL VARY ACROSS STYLES. PLEASE CHECK PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Customer Reviews
Reviews Summary
Shoppers keep coming back to this dress for its “super soft” feel, easy wearability, and the way it flatters without feeling fussy. It’s repeatedly described as comfortable and versatile—worn casually with sneakers or elevated with boots and a jacket—while details like pockets and a smooth, layer-friendly bodice make it even more practical. Fit is often praised as spot-on, though a few note the top runs fitted and choose to size up for comfort.
What Customers Love Most
- Soft, flowy fabric that feels comfortable all day
- Versatility: easy to dress up or down (boots, sneakers, jackets, knits)
- Flattering cut and gathers that create shape
- Pockets
- Easy care: washes well and “no ironing needed”
Customers Say These Are Perfect For
- Travel and packing light (overseas trips, cruises)
- Everyday wear that can shift from casual to polished
- Cooler-weather layering with denim jackets or knits
- People who want a fitted top with an easy, feminine skirt
- Days when you want comfort but still want “flattering comments”
Customer Feedback on Quality
- “Nice material” and “quality” are repeatedly called out alongside softness
- Washes well and holds up with easy-care wear (including “no ironing needed”)
- Construction sits smoothly under layers—no “shapes or piping standing out… around the bust area” when worn under knits
Customer Fit Feedback
Multiple reviewers describe it as true to size and “fits beautifully,” but a few point out the bodice/top is quite fitting and recommend sizing up if you prefer more room through the bust/upper body. Length is praised as “great” and not requiring alterations, and one customer notes it doesn’t accentuate asymmetry from a higher hip.
What Customers Say
- "“This dress is so versatile and comfortable… the material is super soft and flattering. The added bonus is it has pockets!”"
- "“I love this dress, the material is so soft and flowy, washes well, no ironing needed…”"
- "“Am getting SO many flattering comments about this dress.”"
Am getting the black one now as it's so lovely to wear, comfortable, easy and looks fabulous! Am getting SO many flattering comments about this dress.
I was hesitant to buy a dress from a photo, but I do have multiple purchases from Dharma that I’m very happy with. This dress ! I’m not not tall, or slender, but this dress makes me feel like I am 🤩 love the fabric, the fit, the pockets everything. Love it
Bought this dress to wear on our river cruise. It fits beautifully and is so comfortable. Will be very useful since you can dress it up or down and add a jacket with the weather which won’t be as warm as I expected. Very happy with the dress.
This dress is so versatile and comfortable, I love it! Worn casual or dressed up👌 the material is super soft and flattering. The added bonus is it has pockets!
These dresses are amazing! They are super soft, stretchy and comfy. And have pockets! The thing I love the most is that I can throw on any knit over the top for autumn and winter and there are no shapes or piping standing out and coming through around the bust area. I can wear literally anything over the top due to the form fitting top part.
I love this dress, the material is so soft and flowy, washes well, no ironing needed which is always a plus in my eyes.
Exceeded my expectations, business up top & effortless, feminity below. I have mild scoliosis, one hip is slightly higher than the other though this does not accentuate that. It was also a great length, not too long as previous items I've purchased have been, no altering required!
Great dress / quality, versatile, fab with boots
I bought this dress in navy but I'd love it in every colour. It fits me to perfection and can be dressed up or worn casual.
It feels great and elegant. love that you can dress up or down! True size
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Please inform us via our Returns Portal within 14 days of receiving your order that you wish to return an item.
Items purchased in sale can be returned for a Store Credit.
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What size should I choose?
Our garments are in Australian sizing and are true to size. Please refer to our size guide or contact us at customerservice@dharmabums.com.au for more detailed advice.