Emmeline Satin High-Low Dress for Weddings, V-Neck

Emmeline solves the problem of wanting a long dress and still wanting to walk properly. The high-low hem sits short at the front and sweeps long at the back, so the drama is all behind you and your feet are free. Satin gives it a fluid drape and a soft sheen that reads expensive under almost any lighting, and the V-neckline keeps the top half simple.

It suits a wedding guest slot, an engagement party, a summer gala or a milestone dinner. Black is the most formal. White is the one to choose for a rehearsal dinner or an all-white event. Brown and pink are the warmer, softer options and photograph beautifully outdoors in daylight. Because the front hem is short, the shoe is visible and worth choosing properly: a strappy heel or a metallic sandal both work.

The size run covers XS through XL. Satin shows the line of whatever is underneath, so seamless underwear is worth the trouble, and the fabric skims rather than clings. Check the size chart below against your own measurements before ordering, and if you are between two sizes take the larger one for a smoother fall through the hip.

• Silhouette: high-low hem, short at the front and long at the back
• Neckline: V-neck
• Fabric: satin with a soft sheen
• Colourways: Black, Brown, White, Pink
• Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
• Care: hand wash cold or dry clean, lay flat to dry, do not wring

Measurements are approximate body measurements in inches. Size up if you prefer a looser fit.