Bella Dress - Cherry

$160.00$50.00
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5.0 rating from 1 customer

Bella Dress - Cherry

$160.00$50.00
Save 68%

5.0 rating from 1 customer
The seamless day-to-night Bella dress. Soft, stretchy and flattering, it packs small for travel and dresses up or down with a simple shoe change.

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

Yasmin Y. Verified Buyer

"I love it, it is a beautiful dress and very flattering."

Dion Verified Buyer

"Love this dress! So soft and hugs u perfectly. I am 177 cm and 72 kg, got a large which fits perfectly!"

Tone T. Verified Buyer

"This dress is very comfy. The rouching on the side hides lumps and bumps.It goes well with flats or dress it up a bit with heals. I sized up after reading reviews and glad that it did"

Sharon S. Verified Buyer

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

Peta P. 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.

Dress 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 

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

Customer Reviews

5.0

Based on 1 Reviews

Reviews Summary

Shoppers describe this as an easy wardrobe staple: soft enough for all-day wear, polished enough for night, and flattering without feeling restrictive. The cut and side ruching get repeated praise for hugging in the right places, creating an elegant silhouette, and helping hide “lumps and bumps.” Fit feedback leans toward sizing up, especially for those between sizes, though the stretchy fabric makes the dress forgiving.

What Customers Love Most

  • Soft, comfortable fabric described as “butter soft,” “amazingly soft,” and “nice fabric”
  • Flattering shape that hugs curves and creates a slimming, elegant silhouette
  • Versatile styling that works dressy or casual, with flats or heels
  • Stretchy material that feels comfortable and makes the fit more forgiving
  • Travel-friendly design that takes up little space in luggage and transitions from day to night

Customers Say These Are Perfect For

  • Packing for summer travel or Europe trips
  • Seamless day-to-night dressing
  • Wearing casually with flats or dressing up with heels
  • Anyone wanting a soft, curve-flattering dress that still feels comfortable
  • Building a simple wardrobe staple for home, holidays, and all occasions

Customer Feedback on Quality

  • Soft, high-quality-feeling fabric repeatedly praised as comfortable and “butter soft”
  • Stretchy material that hugs the body while keeping the dress wearable for long periods
  • Travel-friendly fabric noted as taking little space in luggage with “wash and wear” convenience

Customer Fit Feedback

Most customers report: Runs slightly small for some customers; consider sizing up, especially if between sizes or preferring a less fitted feel.

Several customers found their usual or chosen size fit well, but multiple reviewers specifically sized up and were glad they did. One noted the XL felt tight and that sizing runs small, while another said the very stretchy fabric makes sizing more generous. Overall, expect a body-hugging fit with forgiving stretch.

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.”"
  • "“The rouching on the side hides lumps and bumps.”"

Frequently Asked Questions

Real answers based on customer reviews

Fit & Sizing

How does the sizing run, and should I size up?

Sizing feedback is somewhat mixed across 7 reviews. Several customers said the dress fit perfectly, including one reviewer who is 177 cm and 72 kg and found a Large ideal, but 3 reviewers specifically said they sized up or felt it ran small. Because the fabric is stretchy but the cut is figure-hugging, sizing up may be a good choice if you are between sizes or prefer a less snug fit.

Based on 7 customer reviews
Is this dress flattering on curves?

Yes, flattering fit is one of the strongest themes, mentioned in 9 of 13 reviews. Customers described it as slimming, curve-flattering, creating an hourglass shape, and hugging in the right places. The cut and side gathering were especially appreciated for creating an elegant silhouette.

Based on 9 customer reviews
Does the ruching help hide the tummy area or lumps and bumps?

Yes, 3 reviewers mentioned the shaping effect around the body and abdomen. Customers said the side ruching hides lumps and bumps, while the gathering around the abdomen helps create the illusion of a flatter stomach. The fabric was also described as substantial enough not to cling too closely.

Based on 3 customer reviews
Is the length suitable for shorter people?

Length feedback is limited but positive, with 2 reviewers mentioning it directly. One shorter customer said the dress was a great length, and another reviewer also described it as a good length. There was also a taller reviewer at 177 cm who said her size Large fit perfectly, though she did not comment specifically on length.

Based on 2 customer reviews

Material & Quality

What does the fabric feel like?

Reviewers consistently described the fabric as soft, comfortable, and high quality, with 8 reviews mentioning material feel or quality. Customers used phrases like “butter soft,” “amazingly soft,” “nice fabric,” and “great material.” One reviewer also noted the material feels heavy enough not to cling too much to the body.

Based on 8 customer reviews

Style & Versatility

Can I dress this up and down?

Yes, versatility was mentioned in 7 reviews. Customers said it works as a day-to-night dress, can be worn casually with flats, or dressed up with heels. Several reviewers called it suitable for all occasions and a wardrobe staple.

Based on 7 customer reviews

Comfort

Is it comfortable enough to wear all day?

Comfort came up in 5 reviews, with customers saying the dress is very comfy, soft, stretchy, and easy to wear. One reviewer specifically said it was comfortable enough for all day or night wear. The stretchy fabric and flattering cut seem to make it both polished and wearable.

Based on 5 customer reviews

Performance

Is this a good dress for travel?

Travel use was specifically mentioned in 2 reviews, and both were very positive. One customer took multiple DB dresses to Europe for summer and called them perfect travel dresses, while another said this dress transitions seamlessly from day to night, takes up little luggage space, and has wash-and-wear fabric. It seems especially useful if you want one dress that can cover multiple occasions while packing light.

Based on 2 customer reviews

Care & Maintenance

How does it wash and hold up after laundering?

There is only limited washing feedback so far, with 2 reviews mentioning care. One reviewer described the fabric as wash-and-wear, which is a positive sign for easy maintenance, while another said they had not washed it yet. Based on the reviews provided, there is not enough long-term durability feedback to make a strong claim about repeated washing.

Based on 2 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 - Cherry
Super happy with my purchase. Seamless day to night taking up little space in luggage and wash and wear fabric.
— Melynda M.
Bella Dress - Cherry
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 - Cherry
I love it, it is a beautiful dress and very flattering.
— Dion
Bella Dress - Cherry
Great material and beautiful cut that is very slimming. Very stretchy so makes sizing more generous.
— Yasmin Y.
Bella Dress - Cherry
This dress is very comfy. The rouching on the side hides lumps and bumps.It goes well with flats or dress it up a bit with heals. I sized up after reading reviews and glad that it did
— Sharon S.
Bella Dress - Cherry
Versatile, good length, nice fabric. Could wear dressy or casual.
— Peta P.
Bella Dress - Cherry
5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Based on 1 review
Total 5 star reviews: 1 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
100%would recommend this product
1 review
  • LP
    Lia P.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'6-5'8
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Love it

    Great fit, could of sized down.

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