Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green

$160.00

4.8 rating from 197 customers

Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green

$160.00

4.8 rating from 197 customers
The “throw on and go” maxi that still looks polished. Soft, flattering, travel-proof—and yes, it has deep pockets.

"Received my new dress very promptly and it's beautiful. A lovely cut, sizing is perfect and the fabric is super soft. Love the pockets too. Thank you!"

Caity C. Verified Buyer

"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"

Katerina K. Verified Buyer

"Well what can I say but Love love this dress! So flattering!! More colours please… Navy? Chocolate?"

Paula P. Verified Buyer

"I have wanted this dress for so long! Now it’s here and I love love love it 😊. Fits beautifully, feels delicious on and yes…. It has pockets 🤩"

Tracey T. Verified Buyer

"Beautiful fit& gorgeous material. I got lots of great compliments on how nice this dress was. Also, bought in red. Worth it!"

Kathryn K. Verified Buyer
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Description
Designed for versatility, the Essential Maxi Dress blends effortless style with everyday comfort. Crafted from soft, breathable, sustainable modal, it’s the perfect all-day dress—lightweight, flattering, and beautifully easy to wear. A best-selling timeless essential, it features a soft drape, a flattering drop waist, and deep side pockets for practicality without compromising style. Finished at the perfect length, it transitions seamlessly from day to night. Why You’ll Love It: Ultra-soft, breathable sustainable modal Travel-friendly, easy-care fabric Flattering drop-waist silhouette Deep, functional side pockets Perfect, easy-to-style length Comfortable for all-day wear Made without PFAS or harmful chemicals
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
  • 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
Fabric

95% Lenzing Modal, 5% Elastane

Customer Reviews

4.8

Based on 197 Reviews

Reviews Summary

Shoppers keep calling this their “go-to” because it’s genuinely easy: one-and-done comfort that can be styled up with heels or a blazer, or kept casual with sandals and sneakers. The fabric gets constant praise for feeling “buttery soft” and draping instead of clinging, while the cut (fitted bodice + flowy skirt/drop waist) is described as forgiving and flattering across different body shapes. Practical touches like deep pockets and “no ironing” travel performance turn it into a repeat-buy piece, with many customers buying multiple colours.

What Customers Love Most

  • Dress it up or down versatility (sandals/sneakers to heels/blazer)
  • Buttery-soft, silky fabric that feels amazing against the skin
  • Flattering, forgiving fit (skims bumps; fitted top with flowy skirt/drape over hips)
  • Deep pockets (fits phone/keys; “pockets don’t add bulk”)
  • Low-maintenance care + travel friendly (doesn’t crease, wrinkles fall out, “no ironing needed”)

Customers Say These Are Perfect For

  • Travel and packing light (cruises, overseas trips, suitcase-friendly)
  • Work days and smart-casual styling (with a blazer, denim jacket, loafers/boots)
  • Hot-weather wear (summer days, “cool and comfy” in heat)
  • People who want coverage without cling (apple shapes, “menopause middle,” curvy bodies, bigger busts)
  • All-season layering (boots and jackets in winter; sandals in summer)

Customer Feedback on Quality

  • Washes well and holds up: “washes so well,” “no ugly balling,” “no ironing needed”
  • Fabric weight and opacity get repeated callouts: “good weight,” “thick enough not to be see through,” “falls beautifully due to the weight of the fabric”
  • Construction and finish noticed: “beautifully sewn,” “well made,” plus functional details like “no gaping armholes” and pockets that are “deep but don’t add bulk”

Customer Fit Feedback

Most customers report: mostly true to size, with a noticeable minority sizing up for a less-snug bodice or extra length

Many reviewers say “fits perfectly” and “true to size,” often mentioning the size chart/guide helped. Several note the bodice is more fitted (especially for bigger busts), so they sized up (e.g., usually size 10/small choosing a medium; some choosing L/XL for a comfortable top). Length is frequently praised as “perfect,” including petite shoppers (around 160–164cm) saying it isn’t too long, but a recurring subset of shorter customers (around 156cm/5'2") report needing a hem or finding the torso/waist a touch long; a few also sized up specifically for more length.

What Customers Say

  • "“Quite possibly the most perfect dress ever! Dress it up or down. Great for travelling.”"
  • "“Comfortable Stylish Dress that does not require ironing! And continues to be worn for Christmas events.”"
  • "“The deep pockets are so handy and secure, fitting mobile phone and car keys in them without even being able to see them.”"

Shop the Look

I first purchased this dress in black and loved it so much I then purchased the navy. This is the ultimate comfortable and elegant allrounder. You can dress it up or down. The deep pockets are so handy and secure, fitting mobile phone and car keys in them without even being able to see them. I feel I will be adding more colours to my collection soon! My absolute 'go to' dress.
— Tania T.
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
Quite possibly the most perfect dress ever! Dress it up or down. Great for travelling. I got extra small and perfect for me at 5 “2 Its very flattering.
— Elena
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
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
— Katerina K.
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
I received my maxi dress very quickly and I wore it immediately! Silky soft, flattering style and a great price. I’ll be wearing this constantly! I would love to see it in lots of different colours. I’d probably buy them all!
— MRS M.
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
I have this dress in all four colours. So feminine, and flattering. The fabric is beautiful and hangs perfectly.
— Vicki
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
Feels beautiful and the fit and length are perfect, even for me at 160cm!
— Angelika A.
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
Wonderfully soft and airy. Beautiful colour and it has pockets!
— Amanda A.
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
A great dress, so comfortable, so flattering. Will look forward to wearing it on future holiday trips. I will be able to wear casually or dress up with jewellery.
— Mandy M.
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
This dress is buttery soft and feels amazing to wear. The length is perfect and I’m 164cm purchased size 8. It fits beautifully. I’ve worn it out for dinner and to work. Love the pockets as well.
— Fiona F.
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
I love this dress! It’s so comfy, especially on hot days. It has become a staple in my wardrobe ❣️
— Sarah S.
Essential Maxi Dress - Matcha Green
4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 197 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 172 Total 4 star reviews: 14 Total 3 star reviews: 5 Total 2 star reviews: 4 Total 1 star reviews: 2
94%would recommend these products
197 reviews
  • KP
    Kerry P.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Essential Maxi Dress - Black
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'9-5'11
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 minutes ago
    Perfect!

    I have been looking for a basic black dress that can be casual or dressed up for more formal occasions and this dress couldn’t be more perfect . It will definitely be packed for my upcoming travel OS.

    The dress is fitting at the top so I chose to size up and am very happy with the results.

  • GB
    Grace B.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Essential Maxi Dress - Black
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'3-5'5
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Very comfortable

    Lovely and comfortable. Dress up or dress down

  • T
    T
    Reviewing
    Essential Maxi Dress - Black
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    5 Stars

    Absolutely perfect

  • MA
    Moira A.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Essential Maxi Dress - Black
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'9-5'11
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Great comfy elevated black everyday dress

    Great to put on when you have nothing to wear and is comfy, elevated and stylish.

  • LG
    Lia G.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Essential Maxi Dress - Black
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'9-5'11
    Body Type Slender
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    So easy to wear

    Love the way it feels, love the way it falls, love the way it fits. It is forgiving in all the right places. My new go-to black dress :-)

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