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Women’s Black Maxi Dress — Lace, Long Sleeve, Stand Collar, Bodycon, Formal, Evening, Wedding Guest Noctavia Dress

Noctavia Maxi Dress

Lace Maxi Dress in Black

$99.95

Early Black Friday: 2nd piece 50% off

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.

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30-day returns
Cut and sewn for you

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The Noctavia Maxi Dress is a refined black bodycon maxi dress designed with an elegant stand collar and a sleek, floor-length silhouette. Crafted from delicate lace polyester, this long sleeve maxi dress offers a sophisticated balance of structure and texture, creating a polished look suited for formal and evening settings.

Designed with a high waist and precise tailoring, this bodycon maxi dress features intricate lace detailing and a subtle cutout at the neckline for added visual interest. The fitted bodice flows into a streamlined skirt, while the long sleeves provide a clean, elongated finish that enhances the overall silhouette.

This black lace maxi dress is ideal for evening events, formal dinners, and upscale occasions. Its timeless color and refined construction allow for effortless styling with classic heels, statement jewelry, or elegant outerwear.

Product details

Style Features

Bodycon maxi dress with full-length silhouette
Stand collar neckline with refined cutout detail
High waist design for a streamlined profile
Long regular sleeves in sheer lace
Allover lace construction with elegant texture

Specifications

Materials & Fabric Composition: Polyester lace
Care Instructions: Hand wash cold; lay flat to dry
Size & Fit Details: Fitted bodycon shape with minimal stretch
Measurements: Maxi length; refer to size chart for detailed bust, waist, and hip measurements
Construction Details: Pull-on style with lace overlay and cutout accent

Styling Guide

Pair with pointed-toe heels for a formal evening look
Style with minimal jewelry to highlight the lace and neckline
Add a tailored coat or shawl for refined layering

A sophisticated black lace maxi dress designed for elegant, modern styling.

Perfect for evening wear, formal occasions, and elevated event settings.

Complete your refined wardrobe with the Noctavia Maxi Dress.

Product Details

Color: Black
Material: Polyester
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