Long Essential Maxi Dress - Navy
Long Essential Maxi Dress - Navy
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An elegant update to our best-selling sleeveless style, the Long Sleeve Essential Maxi is designed for effortless versatility. Whether you're dressing for daytime ease or an evening out, this wardrobe staple offers the perfect balance of style and comfort.
Crafted from soft, breathable Lenzing™ TENCEL™ Modal, it drapes beautifully on the body while delivering all-day comfort. The sustainable fabric is easy to care for, naturally crease-resistant, and completely chemical-free—ideal for everyday wear.
Designed with deep side pockets and a softly gathered waistline, this silhouette is flattering, functional, and endlessly wearable.
Dress length: 128.5cm (Size Small)
Why You’ll Love It
• Based on our best-selling sleeveless style
• Soft, breathable Lenzing™ Modal for a beautiful drape
• Fabric is easy to care for and doesn’t crease
• Chemical-free and sustainably sourced
• Flattering gathered waistline
• Deep side pockets for everyday ease
• The perfect all-day to evening dress
Model wears a small
Australia Standard Delivery - $12
Australia Express Delivery - $15
New Zealand Standard Delivery - $15
International Standard Delivery – $20
DHL Express Service - $35 where available
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.
- 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
82% Micromodal, 18% Lyrca
SIZE GUIDE - DRESSES
If you have any questions regarding sizes, please ask us a question in the chat or email customer support
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 for this dress because the fabric feels “divine” and drapes beautifully while still letting them move freely. The fit gets repeated praise for being flattering—especially on curvy, pear-shaped bodies—without sacrificing comfort. Versatility is a big theme: people style it with boots and tights, denim jackets, or leather jackets and belts, and many call out the pockets as the icing on the cake.
What Customers Love Most
- Soft, “divine” fabric with a beautiful drape
- Flattering fit for curvy/pear shapes while staying comfortable
- Easy to dress up or wear casual (jackets, belts, boots/tights)
- Pockets
- Good length/full length coverage
Customers Say These Are Perfect For
- Winter wear as a go-to “little black dress” (with tights and boots)
- Everyday errands or all-day comfort when you still want to look put-together
- Dressing up with a leather jacket and belt for dinner or going out
- Curvy or pear-shaped shoppers who want a flattering, non-restrictive fit
- Petite shoppers who like the option to shorten it (straight hem mentioned as easy to alter)
Customer Feedback on Quality
- Fabric described as “good quality,” “light weight,” and draping “beautifully”
- Customers repurchase the dress (suggesting lasting satisfaction and wear)
- Praised construction/finish and practical design details like a straight hem that’s easy to alter
Customer Fit Feedback
Multiple reviewers describe the fit as “perfect” and “in line with online description,” with shoppers noting success following the recommended letter sizing. Examples include a usual size 12 buying M with a “great fit,” and a size 12–14/14DD choosing L for a “perfect fit.” Petite feedback notes the dress can feel “a bit long,” but the straight hem makes it easy to shorten.
What Customers Say
- "“Material feels divine, fit is perfect for a curvy shape and it has pockets!”"
- "“Just living this fabric, drapes beautifully… So comfortable, can move freely and still look gorgeous!”"
- "“Love this dress it’s a go anywhere anytime… put tights on and boots… or wear it dressed up.”"
I loved the black one so much I bought the navy. Material feels divine, fit is perfect for a curvy shape and it has pockets!
Great dress, so soft, comfy and flattering. Fit was in line with online description. As always, great (and speedy) service and delivery from DharmaBums.
Just living this fabric, drapes beautifully and full length. So comfortable, can move freely and still look gorgeous!. I’m 167 cm, generally size 12-14, 14DD bust. Size L perfect fit on me.
Lovely soft fabric. Am usually a size 12 in dresses. . Purchased the size M. Great fit.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is your Returns Policy?
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.
When will my order be dispatched?
Your order will be dispatch within 1 business day of your order being place. During busy sale periods your order will be dispatched within 7 business days.
If you require expediated delivery during sale periods, please choose Express Shipping and your order will leave within 1 business day.
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.