Bella Dress - Black

$160.00$70.00
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4.0 rating from 9 customers

Bella Dress - Black

$160.00$70.00
Save 56%

4.0 rating from 9 customers
A buttery-soft, curve-flattering dress you can wear day to night. Packs small, feels amazing on, and looks polished whether you go casual or dress it up.

"Super happy with my purchase. Seamless day to night taking up little space in luggage and wash and wear fabric."

Melynda M. Verified Buyer

"Great material and beautiful cut that is very slimming. Very stretchy so makes sizing more generous."

Yasmin Y. Verified Buyer

"Versatile, good length, nice fabric. Could wear dressy or casual."

Peta P. Verified Buyer

"Butter soft fabric, gorgeous cut, fit perfect. I am usually a size M in all my DB clothes, however decided to size up to an L. Great decision this dress will be my go to for all occasions."

Lisa L. Verified Buyer

"Super happy with my purchase. Seamless day to night taking up little space in luggage and wash and wear fabric."

Melynda M. Verified Buyer
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Description

Designed to flatter, the Bella Dress showcases side ruching, a softly contoured neckline, and a refined tulip hemline. An elegant silhouette that enhances shape while remaining effortless and feminine.  Made from sustainable Lenzing Modal, it's buttery-soft against the skin with a natural drape that feels as good as it looks.

Front Body Length is 118cm 

Model is wearing a size Small.

True to size fit. Size up if you prefer a more relaxed fit with extra flow.

Angie wears a small and is 174cm tall 

Shipping

Australia Standard Delivery - $12

Australia Express Delivery - $15

New Zealand Standard Delivery - $20

International Standard Delivery – $20

DHL Express Service - $35 where available

Returns

If you want to return your products you must inform us within 7 days of receiving your order and we must receive your garment within 10 days of submitting your return request in the portal. View our returns policies for more information.

FINAL SALE items cannot be returned or exchanged.

Care Instructions
  • Cold hand wash separately 
  • Do not bleach
  • Dry flat inside-out in the shade
  • Do not tumble dry
  • Avoid rough surfaces
  • Cool iron under cloth
  • Do not wash with Towels
  • Avoid harsh detergents or stain removers
Fabric

95% Lenzing Modal, 5% Elastane

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Customer Reviews

4.0

Based on 9 Reviews

Reviews Summary

Shoppers consistently describe this dress as “butter soft” with a beautiful, slimming cut that hugs in the right places and creates an elegant silhouette. Its biggest win is versatility—people wear it from day to night and style it up or down, with several noting it travels well and feels comfortable for all-day wear. Fit feedback is mostly positive, though a handful mention it can run small and some choose to size up for comfort.

What Customers Love Most

  • Buttery-soft / amazingly soft fabric that feels comfortable on
  • Flattering, slimming cut that hugs curves in the right places
  • Versatile styling (works dressy or casual, day-to-night)
  • Stretchy material that moves with you
  • Good length (including for shorter customers)

Customers Say These Are Perfect For

  • Day-to-night wear (work to dinner)
  • Travel and packing light (takes up little space in luggage)
  • Dressing up or down (heels and a jacket vs casual styling)
  • Curvy shapes wanting a dress that’s flattering without feeling restrictive
  • All-day events where comfort matters as much as looking polished

Customer Feedback on Quality

  • Fabric repeatedly described as “great material,” “nice fabric,” and “amazingly soft”
  • Praised as a “high-quality piece” and “wardrobe staple” for repeated wear
  • “Beautiful cut” and “gorgeous” shape noted as standout construction/finish

Customer Fit Feedback

Most customers report: mixed (mostly true to size, with some saying it runs small)

Many reviewers say it “fits well” or “fit perfect,” and the stretch makes it feel a bit more forgiving, but at least one customer found the XL tight and said “sizing runs small.” Another typically wears a Medium in the brand but sized up to a Large and was glad they did.

What Customers Say

  • "“Seamless day to night taking up little space in luggage and wash and wear fabric.”"
  • "“The fit is incredibly flattering and hugs in all the right places, creating a really elegant silhouette.”"
  • "“Love the shape of this dress - flattering to curves.”"

Frequently Asked Questions

Real answers based on customer reviews

Fit & Sizing

How does the sizing run—should I size up or stick to my usual size?

Sizing feedback is mixed across 3 reviews. One customer found the dress “very stretchy” and felt sizing was more generous, but two others reported it ran small/tight (including someone who said XL was tight and another who chose to size up from M to L and was glad they did). If you’re between sizes or prefer a less snug fit, sizing up may be the safer choice.

Based on 3 customer reviews
Is it flattering on curves, or does it show everything?

Based on 3 reviews, most customers found the cut very flattering—described as “slimming,” “flattering to curves,” and “hugs in all the right places” for an elegant silhouette. The dress appears designed to be body-skimming, so if you don’t want a close fit, consider sizing up as some reviewers noted it can feel tight.

Based on 3 customer reviews

Comfort

Is the fabric actually soft and comfortable for all-day wear?

Yes—3 reviewers specifically highlighted the fabric as “butter soft,” “amazingly soft,” and comfortable. Customers also mentioned it feels good enough to wear all day or night, suggesting it’s not just a look-good dress but a wear-long dress too.

Based on 3 customer reviews

Style & Versatility

Can I wear this dress from day to night and for different occasions?

Yes—3 reviewers called out its versatility, with one saying it’s “seamless day to night” and another calling it a “go to for all occasions.” Multiple customers described it as a wardrobe staple that works dressed up or down.

Based on 3 customer reviews

Performance

Is this a good travel dress—does it pack well and handle wash-and-wear?

Travel friendliness came up in 3 reviews: one customer loved that it takes up “little space in luggage” and described it as “wash and wear.” Others also praised the material quality and softness, which supports it being an easy, low-fuss option when you’re packing light.

Based on 3 customer reviews

Shop the Style

Reviews and Counting

The Bella dress in black is absolutely beautiful. The fit is incredibly flattering and hugs in all the right places, creating a really elegant silhouette. The fabric is amazingly soft and comfortable, great length for a short girl, making it perfect to wear all day or night. Overall, it’s a versatile, high-quality piece that looks and feels amazing—definitely a wardrobe staple.
— Maree M.
Bella Dress - Black
Butter soft fabric, gorgeous cut, fit perfect. I am usually a size M in all my DB clothes, however decided to size up to an L. Great decision this dress will be my go to for all occasions.
— Lisa L.
Bella Dress - Black
Great material and beautiful cut that is very slimming. Very stretchy so makes sizing more generous.
— Yasmin Y.
Bella Dress - Black
Super happy with my purchase. Seamless day to night taking up little space in luggage and wash and wear fabric.
— Melynda M.
Bella Dress - Black
Versatile, good length, nice fabric. Could wear dressy or casual.
— Peta P.
Bella Dress - Black
4.0
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
Based on 9 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 6 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 2
78%would recommend this product
9 reviews
  • M
    Margaret
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'3-5'5
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    25 seconds ago
    Fits well

    Fits well and a versatile dress.

  • HU
    Helga U.
    Verified Buyer
    I do not recommend this product
    Height 5'6-5'8
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Basically just a long shapeless tshirt

    This dress is made of very thin fabric with zero structure or actual tailoring. It's just like a giant tube of fabric, like a tshirt dress or a nighty. The fabric wrinkles over every fold and cranny of your underwear so you have to wear a satin slip underneath it if you don't want everyone to admire your knickers.

    I bought this to wear at work, but with that thin a fabric it's definitely sfw or appropriate. Very disappointing.

  • PW
    Peta W.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'9-5'11
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Nice dress

    Versatile, good length, nice fabric. Could wear dressy or casual.

  • MR
    Melynda R.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'6-5'8
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Easy for travel

    Super happy with my purchase. Seamless day to night taking up little space in luggage and wash and wear fabric.

  • YM
    Yasmin M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'6-5'8
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Beautiful Dress

    Great material and beautiful cut that is very slimming. Very stretchy so makes sizing more generous.

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