Essential Maxi Dress - Black
Essential Maxi Dress - Black
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The 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
The model wears a small and is 178cm tall.
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 14 days of receiving your order and we must receive your garment within 30 days of your order being delivered. 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
Buttery-soft fabric and a fitted-bodice-meets-flowy-skirt silhouette make this maxi the piece shoppers keep reaching for. Customers rave about the comfort, the pockets, and how easily it shifts from casual to polished with a change of shoes or a blazer. Sizing is largely true, with lengths working for a range of heights (from 5'0" to 174 cm) without feeling clingy or too long.
What Customers Love Most
- All-day comfort—super comfy and easy to wear
- Buttery-soft, drapey fabric that feels lush and dreamy
- Flattering cut (fitted bodice with a flowy, forgiving skirt)
- Versatility—can be dressed up or down in seconds
- Pockets (useful without adding bulk)
Customers Say These Are Perfect For
- Travel and vacation days
- Day-to-night dressing with a simple shoe/jacket swap
- All-season layering (winter with boots/jacket, summer with sandals)
- Anyone who wants a throw-on-and-go maxi with pockets
- Everyday wear and casual weekends
Customer Feedback on Quality
- Soft, drapey, slightly weighty fabric many call lush and dreamy
- Holds up to frequent wear—people wore it all summer and even bought backups
- Beautifully made with a clean cut (fitted bodice + flowy skirt)
Customer Fit Feedback
Most reviewers report true-to-size with a comfortable, non-clingy skim. Petite wearers (5'0"–5'2") note it’s a full-length maxi that still works; taller reviewers (~173–174 cm) find it ankle-skimming to floor-grazing. A few sized up for extra room through the bust/torso or a looser look.
What Customers Say
- "“It’s so easy to wear - one and done. Comfortable and soft.”"
- "“Love love this dress! So flattering!!”"
- "“Perfect for travel - dress up or wear to the beach.”"
First time buyer and it was SPOT ON! Perfect sizing, fits beautifully, so comfortable, and flattering.. I'm 5,2 and curvy, so I bought an XXL. Seriously the perfect dress.. IT HAS POCKETS TOO. I'm a Dharma Bums convert. Thank you
I never wear dresses as they just don't fit me right and I never feel comfortable. But all that changed with this dress. It's beautiful, fits perfectly and is flattering, and feels beautiful and comfortable. The perfect dress. Can't wait for more colour options.
OMG - love it!! I want one in every colour. Fabric feels great, fits really well. For reference: I’m 174 cm tall, 60kg and size M/12 fits perfectly. Dress it up or dress it down, it’s perfect, not just for young ladies, I’m 60 years old.
A friend had recommended Dharma Bums and I ordered the dress, after checking the refund policy, in case I didn't like it! I was pleasantly surprised and amazed at how flattering it was, especially as I don't usually go for sleeveless and immediately took off the tag - this was a keeper :)
I am absolutely in love with this dress, it is so flattering and feels amazing on, I just hope you get it in more colours!!!
I am short, only 5' tall. This dress ticks all the boxes for me. It is full length maxi on me and the waist sits exactly where it should on my frame and that has NEVER happened for me before.. I love it.
My friend saw me in this yesterday and said " I LOVE you in this dress! " It's so easy to wear - one and done. Comfortable and soft. I love me in this dress too!
I have wanted to order this for a while, well I must say. I’m beyond happy with this dress, it fits and looks fabulous 🩵 it’s definitely going to get thrashed 👍🏻. I’m a size 8, 173 cm tall and got the size xs. Would definitely recommend it.
Love it fits beautifully and feels amazing🤩
Love the fabric, flattering and will definitely become a fav. Perfect for travel - dress up or wear to the beach.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is your Returns Policy?
Please inform us via our Returns Portal within 7 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.