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Women’s Black Maxi Dress — Strapless, Fit and Flare, High Slit, Evening, Cocktail Celeste Dress

Celeste Maxi Dress

Strapless Maxi Dress in Black

$145.00

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Size XS S M L XL

Size guide

Garment measurements — inches and centimetres.

Size	Bust	Waist
XS	32" (81 cm)	24" (61 cm)
S	34" (86 cm)	26" (66 cm)
M	35.5" (91 cm)	28" (71 cm)
L	38" (97 cm)	30" (76 cm)
XL	40" (102 cm)	33" (84 cm)

These are garment measurements, not body measurements. Cuts vary, so where a dress carries its own chart that chart is shown here instead. The surest method: measure a dress you already wear and compare.

Model wears size S · Height 5'9" (175 cm)

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Experience elegance with the Celeste Maxi Dress, crafted from a high-stretch polyester and spandex blend. This floor-length, strapless maxi dress features a sleek fit and flare silhouette in solid black, designed to contour smoothly with a natural waistline and a dramatic thigh-high slit. The chest wrapping detail and pullover closure emphasize a seamless, modern finish that is both stylish and comfortable.

The dress is tailored with a slash neckline and sleeveless design, perfect for a refined yet bold look. Its high elasticity fabric allows for a slim fit that moves effortlessly with the wearer, ensuring comfort without compromising on sophistication.

Ideal for upscale evenings, cocktail parties, or exclusive club events, the Celeste Maxi Dress offers versatile styling options. Pair it with minimalist heels and statement jewelry for a striking, fashion-forward appearance.

Product details

Style Features

Strapless design with chest wrapping detail
High slit for added allure and movement
Fit and flare silhouette with natural waistline
Floor-length with pullover closure
Sleek, solid black color for versatile styling

Specifications

Materials & Fabric Composition: Polyester, Spandex
Care Instructions: Gentle hand wash or delicate machine wash, line dry
Size & Fit Details: Slim fit with high stretch for flexible comfort
Measurements: Model is 5'9" wearing size Small
Closure Type: Pullover

Styling Guide

Pair with strappy high heels and minimalist clutch
Add gold or silver statement earrings for contrast
Keep hair sleek or softly waved for polished elegance

A luxurious maxi dress designed for high-impact evening and formal occasions.

Perfect for cocktail parties, upscale dinners, and club events.

Shop the Celeste Maxi Dress for an effortlessly elegant look.

Product Details

Color: Black
Material: Polyester, Spandex
Pattern: Solid
Available Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

Where the supplier listed it, the size and height of the model are shown under the size selector — use them as your reference point.

Garment measurements, fabric composition and care are in the Specifications section of the description above. Where a lining is used it is a full lining, not a half slip.

Fabric composition and care instructions are listed in the description above.

Where a lining is used it is a full lining, not a half slip.

Usually 2 to 3 weeks: it is cut and sewn once you order, then shipped free with tracking. Each country has a latest delivery date — if we miss it, you can ask for a full refund.

See the date for your country

Yes, within 30 days of delivery, unworn and with its tags. To start it, email help@lauven.shop with your order number. For a change of mind or a size issue the return postage is yours; for a damaged or wrong item it is ours.

Your dress is cut and sewn in our partner workshop once you order it — no overstock, no end-of-season pile, nothing made that nobody wanted.

Free tracked delivery, and 30 days to change your mind. See delivery times for your country

Style it with

The Lauven gift box, closed and tied with the black ribbon

The box

It arrives like this

Folded in printed tissue, sealed, and set in a white magnetic box tied with a ribbon. On top, a card signed by Laura, who founded Lauven in Edinburgh.

White magnetic box, black satin ribbon, printed tissue, signed card.

Made to order, not made to sit

What	Lauven	The usual
The cut	Sewn after you order	Made in bulk, months ahead
The sizes	Measurements published, size by size	One block reused across styles
The stock	Nothing made that nobody ordered	Overstock, then markdowns