Xu Zhi

Polka-dot silk-blend maxi dress

Xu Zhi Polka-dot silk-blend maxi dress

Reflecting Xu Zhi’s commitment to innovative textures, this maxi dress captures a sense of modern romance. Its defining feature is the fluid, floor-sweeping silhouette, subtly animated by multicoloured polka dots. It’s an effortless choice for occasions that call for understated polish and graceful movement.

The art of the detail

This dress is defined by its considered details, from the gathered halterneck that creates soft ruching to the flowing maxi-length cut. Rendered in a lightweight silk blend, the fabric drapes elegantly, providing a fluid quality. The surface is adorned with a delicate, multicoloured polka-dot pattern, adding a playful yet sophisticated element. The design secures with gentle self-ties at the back, ensuring a personalized and comfortable fit that moves with you. This piece balances refined craftsmanship with an air of relaxed grace.

How to wear

Style this maxi dress with minimalist heeled sandals and a small metallic clutch for an elegant evening at a gallery opening or a seaside wedding. For a daytime garden party, pair it with refined flat sandals and delicate gold jewelry to complement the metallic flecks in the fabric. The halterneck silhouette works beautifully with swept-up hair and statement earrings, creating a look that is both polished and effortlessly chic. Its lightweight nature also makes it an ideal piece for warm-weather destination events, offering both comfort and sartorial impact.

About Xu Zhi

Founded in London, Xu Zhi is recognized for its artisanal approach to contemporary womenswear. The brand’s identity is built on exploring unique fabrications, intricate detailing, and romantic silhouettes that feel both modern and timeless. Known for its signature yarn-work and textural experimentation, the label creates pieces that are thoughtful and distinctive. This dress is a clear reflection of that ethos, blending a classic polka-dot motif with a modern form and tactile materials, resulting in a design that embodies quiet confidence and artistic sensibility.