Weill Paris Black Wool Crepe Shift Dress with Gold Floral Buttons

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Distinctive gold-tone floral buttons bring a jewelry-like finish to this black wool crepe shift dress by Weill Paris. Two rounded keyhole openings frame the neckline, adding a considered statement to its clean, straight silhouette.

Made in Poland from Italian fabric, the dress features a 100% virgin wool main fabric, three-quarter sleeves, and a lined construction. Bust darts provide subtle shaping, while a concealed back zipper preserves the simplicity of the design.

Ideal for cocktail parties, dinner invitations, and evening receptions, this little black dress combines Parisian design with striking detail.

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Design Details

• Black wool crepe dress with a straight-cut shift silhouette.
• Round neckline with two rounded keyhole openings.
• Two sculptural gold-tone floral buttons at the front neckline.
• Three-quarter sleeves with a clean, unembellished finish.
• Bust darts for subtle shaping.
• Concealed center-back zipper.
• Lined construction.
• Straight hem.
• Short length, shown above the knee on the model.
  

Size & Fit

Weill describes this style as true to size. Choose your usual Weill size and review the size guide before ordering; the designer's numbered sizes should not be assumed to correspond directly to US sizes.

The straight cut follows a clean line through the body, with bust darts providing shaping. Hem placement varies with your height, proportions, and selected size.

The model, Sarah, is 174 cm tall, approximately 5'8½", and wears Weill size 0.

Designer-provided measurements for Weill size 1

These are garment measurements, not body measurements. Allow room for a comfortable fit.

Weill's published grading notes

• Length: add 1.55 cm for sizes 2 and 3, then 1.80 cm for sizes 4 and 5.
• Waist circumference: add 6 cm for sizes 2 and 3, then 8 cm for sizes 4 and 5.
• Back shoulder width: add 1.50 cm for sizes 2 and 3, then 2 cm for sizes 4 and 5.

These are the designer's stated grading adjustments, rather than a complete chart of individual size measurements.

Fabric & Care

The main fabric is 100% virgin wool in a crepe texture, with a subtly grained surface that complements the dress's clean silhouette.

• Main fabric: 100% virgin wool.
• Secondary fabric: 100% polyester.
• Construction: lined.
• Designed at Weill's historic studio in Paris.
• Made in Poland using Italian fabric.

Care instructions

• Professional dry cleaning using a gentle hydrocarbon-solvent process.
• Do not wash.
• Do not bleach.
• Do not tumble dry.
• Cool iron only, up to 110°C / 230°F.
• Follow the garment's sewn-in care label.

Styling & Occasions

Let the floral neckline details take the place of a statement necklace. Small earrings and a simple handbag keep the outfit balanced.

• Cocktail party or evening reception: black pointed-toe pumps, a compact clutch, and small gold-tone earrings.
• Dinner or theater evening: slingback heels and a structured top-handle bag.
• Autumn or winter gathering: opaque black tights, fitted knee-high boots, and a tailored coat.
• Holiday celebration: metallic evening sandals, a small evening bag, and understated earrings.
• Evening wedding reception: refined heels and a clutch, where black and a short cocktail dress suit the dress code.

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