Gathered-Waist Midi Dress

This season, the COS womenswear team experiments with ruching techniques to enhance simple silhouettes.

Reminiscent of summer days, this dress is styled with a stretchy gathered bodice, slender straps and an open V-back with tie detailing. The skirt billows from the waist while maintaining its delicate form, and pockets are subtly slotted in the side seams.

• Shell: 74% Cotton, 23% Polyamide, 3% Elastane. Lining: 100% Cotton
• Product No: 1244881002

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