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Sequin Mini Dress for Women — Cowl | Dress for the Holidays, Holiday Party, Winter Wedding Guest, Cocktail & Prom

Helvetia Mini Dress

Cowl | Dress for the Holidays Mini Dress

£144.00

ColorGreen

Size guide

Measured on this dress.

Size	Bust (in)	Waist (in)	Hips (in)	Length (in)
2	31-32	23-24	33-34	33
4	33-34	25-26	35-36	33.5
6	33-34	25-26	35-36	33.5
8	35-36	27-28	37-38	34
10	35-36	27-28	37-38	34
12	37-39	29-31	39-41	34.5
14	37-39	29-31	39-41	34.5
16	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
16W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
18W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
20W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
22W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
24W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35

Free delivery, tracked
30-day returns
Cut and sewn for you

Made for quiet sophistication, this sequin mini dress is crafted from high-quality polyester, designed to provide a distinct, shimmering aesthetic for formal events. The sequin fabric finish offers a textured, light-reflecting surface that brings a polished quality to the overall look. By utilizing a simple aesthetic approach, this garment focuses on the impact of its sequin material, ensuring a clean and consistent appearance throughout. The construction emphasizes the material's inherent luminosity, making it a functional choice for those seeking a coordinated, high-shine visual profile. The absence of a train ensures that the mini length remains a clean focal point, allowing for ease of movement while maintaining a structured, formal presentation.

The garment features a strapless, cowl neckline that defines the upper bodice. This neckline design offers a draped visual effect while maintaining the strapless silhouette. The sleeveless cut complements the strapless construction, creating an open design through the shoulders and neckline area. The silhouette is a structured mini length, falling above the knee. The simple design of the piece relies on these key structural elements to create a formal aesthetic without the need for unnecessary ornamentation, resulting in a cohesive piece that functions well as a foundational element of a formal wardrobe.

Designed for versatile styling, this piece is well-suited for a variety of formal occasions including weddings, proms, and cocktail parties. The simplicity of the sequin fabric allows the wearer to pair this item with a wide range of accessories to adapt the look to the specific event. Whether worn to a semi-formal cocktail party or an evening prom, the sequin material and mini silhouette provide a consistent base. It is appropriate for events where a polished, event-ready appearance is required, serving as a reliable choice for formal gatherings where refined, simple attire is preferred.

Product details

Style Features

Strapless neckline
Sleeveless cut
Sequin fabric
Above Knee, Mini length
Designed for cocktail, party, wedding guest and prom occasions

Specifications

Available Colours: Green, White, Yellow, Black, Blush, Dusty Blue
Available Sizes: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 16W, 18W, 20W, 22W, 24W
Material: Sequin
Length: Above Knee, Mini
Neckline: Strapless
Sleeves: Sleeveless
Designed For: Cocktail, Party, Wedding Guest, Prom

Styling Guide

Cocktail: Style with heeled sandals and statement earrings for cocktail hour.
Party: Add statement earrings and a compact clutch for a night out.
Wedding Guest: Add heeled sandals and a compact clutch to look polished all day.
Prom: Complete the look with strappy heels and a small clutch.

Why It Works

Cut in a fabric with surface sequins that pick up low indoor and evening light.
It opens on a draped cowl at the front.
You get a mini hem — check your heel height for the look you want.

Size Guide

Size	Bust (in)	Waist (in)	Hips (in)	Length (in)
2	31-32	23-24	33-34	33
4	33-34	25-26	35-36	33.5
6	33-34	25-26	35-36	33.5
8	35-36	27-28	37-38	34
10	35-36	27-28	37-38	34
12	37-39	29-31	39-41	34.5
14	37-39	29-31	39-41	34.5
16	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
16W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
18W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
20W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
22W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35
24W	40-42	32-34	42-44	35

Care Instructions

Hand wash cold, or machine wash cold on a gentle cycle inside a mesh laundry bag.
Do not bleach.
Hang to dry; avoid high-heat tumble drying.
Steam rather than iron; use a low heat on delicate fabrics if needed.
Store on a padded hanger to hold the shape.

Shipping & Returns

Free shipping on all US orders. 30-day return policy — items must be unused with original tags attached. See our FAQ page for full details.

Shop yours now.

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