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Karoline Hourglass Mini Dress
bardot - $169
This canary yellow mini dress relies on a structured, boned bodice to hold its architectural shape against the torso. The skirt flares slightly from a dropped waistline, creating a sharp, clean-lined silhouette that leans into 90s minimalism. It is an unapologetic nod to high-summer occasionwear, trading fluid movement for rigid, body-conscious tailoring.
Safety Rating: Lowest
Analysis: The garment is constructed primarily from polyester and elastane, both of which are petroleum-derived synthetic polymers that offer poor breathability and skin-surface ventilation. The inclusion of viscose, a chemically processed semi-synthetic, further contributes to a material profile that prioritizes structural rigidity over physiological biocompatibility.
Retailer Notes
Self: 65% polyester, 30% viscose, 5% elastaneLining: 95% polyester, 5% elastane Made in China Hand wash cold Fully lined Back zip closure Angled pockets Boned bodice Neckline to hem measures approx 25" in length Revolve Style No. BARD-WD881 Manufacturer Style No. 59333DB