Venice Maxi Dress - Cherry

$160.00$50.00
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4.7 rating from 28 customers

Venice Maxi Dress - Cherry

$160.00$50.00
Save 68%

4.7 rating from 28 customers
A floaty, pocketed summer dress you can live in—soft on skin, flattering on the body, and easy to dress up or down. From hot, humid days to Christmas lunch, it stays cool, comfy, and polished.

"Wore this on Christmas Day, it was cool & comfortable, still looked great at the end of the day."

janelle j. Verified Buyer

"The perfect Chrissy dress!!. Beautifully soft and looks amazing!!. Also ordered a black one… Love Love Love this dress!!♥️"

Melissa M. Verified Buyer

"Love this dress! Fits nicely across the chest and arms and flows from there. Love the pockets ❤️"

Suzanne S. Verified Buyer

"Love this dress and the colour is stunning. Its so comfortable and nice to wear in hot/humid weather."

Rachel Verified Buyer

"I love this style & the colour is perfect for Xmas"

Cherie Verified Buyer
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Shipped from Australia
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Description

The Venice dress is the perfect throw-on dress for the season. It is made from sustainable Lenzing Modal. It is lightweight, breathable and super soft. With hidden side pockets and adjustable straps, it looks perfect dressed down or dressed up for the perfect summer evening look. 

Centre front length 119cm

Shipping

Australia Standard Delivery - $12 (Free over $150)

Australia Express Delivery - $15

New Zealand Standard Delivery - $20 (Free over $200)

International Standard Delivery – $20 (Free over $200)

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
  • Wash inside out
  • Gentle wash 30 degrees
  • Dry inside out
  • Do not dry in direct sunlight
  • Avoid rough surfaces
  • Do not tumble dry
  • Warm iron
Fabric

95% Modal, 5% Lycra

Customer Reviews

4.7

Based on 28 Reviews

Reviews Summary

Shoppers keep coming back to this dress for its soft, silky feel and the way it drapes and “flows” without clinging. The adjustable straps, flattering cut through the chest and arms, and (repeatedly mentioned) pockets make it feel both practical and elevated—something people wear for lounging, popping to the shops, and even Christmas Day. A common note: it’s generously cut with a lot of fabric, so some sized down and a few hemmed the length.

What Customers Love Most

  • Soft, silky fabric that feels comfortable against the skin
  • Flattering, flowy drape that “hangs beautifully” and doesn’t cling
  • Pockets
  • Adjustable straps
  • Versatility—easy to dress up or down (belted or loose)

Customers Say These Are Perfect For

  • Hot/humid summer weather
  • Christmas Day / festive events (the “perfect Chrissy dress”)
  • Lounging at home or slipping into after work
  • Anyone wanting a flattering, loose, easy-wear dress that still looks put-together
  • Casual outings like popping to the shops or a casual summer barbie

Customer Feedback on Quality

  • “Great quality material” with a “lovely weight” and a soft, silky handfeel
  • Holds up through a full day of wear—still looks great at the end of the day
  • Construction details customers notice and use: adjustable straps and pockets, plus fabric that “drapes well”/“hangs beautifully”

Customer Fit Feedback

Most customers report: runs large / generous sizing

Multiple reviewers describe the sizing as “very generous” and suggest sizing down if between sizes. Fit is praised as flattering through the chest and arms before flowing loosely; several mention there’s “a lot of fabric,” and a few note the length can run long (some hemmed or cut length, while a taller reviewer at 175cm loved the length).

What Customers Say

  • "“Wore this on Christmas Day, it was cool & comfortable, still looked great at the end of the day.”"
  • "“Lovely long soft flowy dress. Super comfortable with adjustable straps. Great pockets.”"
  • "“Drapes the body beautifully… Very flattering dress. If your tossing up between sizes, size down on this one.”"

Frequently Asked Questions

Real answers based on customer reviews

Performance

Does this dress have pockets (and are they actually useful)?

Yes—multiple reviewers specifically call out the pockets as a standout feature and a big reason they love the dress. Customers mention them alongside comfort and fit, suggesting they’re a practical, wearable detail rather than just decorative.

Based on 4 customer reviews

Comfort

Is the fabric soft and comfortable, or does it feel scratchy?

Reviewers consistently describe the fabric as “beautifully soft,” “soft, silky,” and comfortable. Several mention it feels great on and is easy to wear for long periods, including all-day events like Christmas Day.

Based on 6 customer reviews
Is it comfortable enough to wear all day (like for Christmas or events)?

Customers describe it as cool and comfortable and say it still looked great at the end of a full day of wear. The recurring feedback around softness and flowy fit supports that it’s designed for comfort, not fussing or adjusting throughout the day.

Based on 4 customer reviews

Fit & Sizing

How does the dress fit—does it sit nicely on the chest and arms?

Customers report a flattering fit that sits nicely across the chest and arms and then flows from there. Multiple reviews also mention the dress “falls over the body” comfortably and “hangs beautifully,” pointing to an easy, flowy silhouette rather than a clingy one.

Based on 4 customer reviews
How long is it—will I need to hem it if I'm not tall?

Length is a common theme: one reviewer at 175cm said it was a great length, while others found it a little long and planned to hem it. Another customer said they had to cut “quite a bit” off, so shorter buyers may want to expect alterations depending on preferred hemline.

Based on 4 customer reviews
Does it have adjustable straps?

Yes—at least one reviewer highlights adjustable straps as a comfort and fit benefit. This suggests you can fine-tune the neckline and overall hang to suit your body and preferred coverage.

Based on 3 customer reviews

Style & Versatility

Is this dress easy to dress up or down for different occasions?

Yes—reviewers say they wear it both dressed up and casual, including at home, to the shops, and to casual gatherings like a summer BBQ. One customer even bought a second one because it worked so well across different settings.

Based on 3 customer reviews

Material & Quality

Is the fabric light and airy, or is it on the heavier side?

Feedback suggests it’s a “lovely weight” fabric, but not everyone finds it light—one reviewer noted there is a lot of fabric and it can feel quite heavy. If you prefer very lightweight dresses, this one may feel more substantial, though customers still describe it as comfortable.

Based on 3 customer reviews

Shop the Look

The perfect Chrissy dress!!. Beautifully soft and looks amazing!!. Also ordered a black one… Love Love Love this dress!!♥️
— Melissa M.
Venice Maxi Dress - Cherry
Love this dress! Fits nicely across the chest and arms and flows from there. Love the pockets ❤️
— Suzanne S.
Venice Maxi Dress - Cherry
Wore this on Christmas Day, it was cool & comfortable, still looked great at the end of the day.
— janelle j.
Venice Maxi Dress - Cherry
Love this dress and the colour is stunning. Its so comfortable and nice to wear in hot/humid weather.
— Rachel
Venice Maxi Dress - Cherry
I love this style & the colour is perfect for Xmas
— Cherie
Venice Maxi Dress - Cherry
4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 28 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 24 Total 4 star reviews: 2 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 1
93%would recommend these products
28 reviews
  • AF
    Allison F.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Venice Maxi Dress - Black
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 minutes ago
    Very comfy dress

    Very generous sizing I possibly could have gone down a size.

    Fabric is so soft and comfortable, perfect to slip into after work.

    Loving this, I have it on now as I write this review.

  • R
    Ranee
    Reviewing
    Venice Maxi Dress - Paloma
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    5 Stars

    Lovely comfortable dress

  • JM
    Janette M.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Venice Maxi Dress - Paloma
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'0-5'2
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Lovely

    Super soft and comfy. So easy to wear. Very long for shorties like me (I'm 159cm) but I love that. Gorgeous dress. Size was perfect.

  • R
    Rachel
    Reviewing
    Venice Maxi Dress - Cherry
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    5 Stars

    Love this dress and the colour is stunning. Its so comfortable and nice to wear in hot/humid weather.

  • DD
    Donna D.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Venice Maxi Dress - Cherry
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'3-5'5
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Get comfortable.

    The colour is cheery for the summer .While the fabric is a bit heavier than I expected it is soft and really comfortable against the skin. I like the adjustable straps and am enjoying the dress for lounging around on hot days.

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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.