Bella Dress - Apricot

$160.00$30.00
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3.0 rating from 6 customers

Bella Dress - Apricot

$160.00$30.00
Save 81%

3.0 rating from 6 customers
The flattering day-to-night dress customers reach for when they want comfort without looking casual. Soft, stretchy, and easy to dress up or down, it creates an elegant silhouette with very little effort.

"Butter soft fabric, gorgeous cut, fit perfect. I am usually a size M in all my DB clothes, however decided to size up to an L. Great decision this dress will be my go to for all occasions."

Lisa L. Verified Buyer

"Super happy with my purchase. Seamless day to night taking up little space in luggage and wash and wear fabric."

Melynda M. Verified Buyer

"Great material and beautiful cut that is very slimming. Very stretchy so makes sizing more generous."

Yasmin Y. Verified Buyer

"Love this dress! So soft and hugs u perfectly.. I am 177 cm and 72 kg, got a large which fits perfectly!"

Tone T. Verified Buyer

"This dress is very comfy. The rouching on the side hides lumps and bumps.It goes well with flats or dress it up a bit with heals. I sized up after reading reviews and glad that it did"

Sharon S. Verified Buyer
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Description

Designed to flatter, the Bella Dress showcases side ruching, a softly contoured neckline, and a refined tulip hemline. An elegant silhouette that enhances shape while remaining effortless and feminine.  Made from sustainable Lenzing Modal, it's buttery-soft against the skin with a natural drape that feels as good as it looks.

Front body  length 118cm

Model is wearing a size Small.

True to size fit. Size up if you prefer a more relaxed fit with extra flow.

Angie wears a small size  and is 174cm

Shipping

Australia Standard Delivery - $12

Australia Express Delivery - $15

New Zealand Standard Delivery - $20

International Standard Delivery – $20

DHL Express Service - $35 where available

Returns

If you want to return your products you must inform us within 7 days of receiving your order and we must receive your garment within 10 days of submitting your return request in the portal. View our returns policies for more information.

FINAL SALE items cannot be returned or exchanged.

Care Instructions
  • Cold hand wash separately 
  • Do not bleach
  • Dry flat inside-out in the shade
  • Do not tumble dry
  • Avoid rough surfaces
  • Cool iron under cloth
  • Do not wash with Towels
  • Avoid harsh detergents or stain removers
Fabric

95% Lenzing Modal, 5% Elastane

Customer Reviews

3.0

Based on 6 Reviews

Reviews Summary

Customers keep coming back to the same themes: this dress feels soft on the body, flatters curves, and works just as easily with flats as it does dressed up for evening. The cut is repeatedly described as slimming, with reviewers loving how it hugs in the right places while the side gathering helps smooth the midsection. Sizing feedback leans slightly small, so several shoppers were glad they sized up.

What Customers Love Most

  • Soft, comfortable fabric that reviewers describe as butter soft and easy to wear all day or night
  • Flattering cut that hugs in all the right places and creates an elegant, hourglass shape
  • Versatile styling that works with flats, heels, casual outfits, or dressier occasions
  • Slimming shape with side ruching/gathering that helps hide lumps and bumps around the abdomen
  • Stretchy fit that feels forgiving while still looking polished and fitted

Customers Say These Are Perfect For

  • Day-to-night dressing when you want one piece that can go casual or dressy
  • Travel, because it takes up little space in luggage and has wash and wear fabric
  • All-day wear, dinner, events, and occasions where comfort still needs to look elegant
  • Shoppers who like curve-flattering dresses that create an hourglass silhouette
  • Petite or shorter customers looking for a dress length that still feels wearable

Customer Feedback on Quality

  • Soft, substantial fabric described as butter soft, nice fabric, and amazingly soft and comfortable
  • Material has enough weight that it does not cling harshly to the body
  • Travel-friendly wash and wear fabric that packs small and moves easily from day to night

Customer Fit Feedback

Most customers report: Slightly runs small; many customers recommend sizing up, though the stretch makes the fit forgiving.

Several reviewers sized up and were glad they did, including one who is usually a medium in DB clothing but chose a large for a perfect fit. One customer found the XL tight, while another noted the fabric is very stretchy, making sizing feel more generous. Overall, the dress is fitted and curve-hugging rather than loose.

What Customers Say

  • "The fit is incredibly flattering and hugs in all the right places."
  • "Seamless day to night taking up little space in luggage and wash and wear fabric."
  • "Material is heavy enough not to cling to the body and slight gathering around the abdomen is creating an illusion of a flat stomach."

Frequently Asked Questions

Real answers based on customer reviews

Fit & Sizing

How does the sizing run—should I size up?

Sizing feedback is mixed but leans toward sizing up if you are between sizes or prefer a less snug fit. Several reviewers said they sized up and were glad they did, and one customer found the XL tight and felt the dress runs small; however, others noted the stretchy fabric makes the fit more forgiving. Based on 8 reviews mentioning fit or sizing, your usual size may work if you like a close body-hugging fit, but sizing up is a safer choice for more comfort.

Based on 8 customer reviews
Is this dress flattering on curves or around the stomach area?

Yes, this was one of the strongest themes in the reviews. Customers described the cut as flattering, slimming, creating an hourglass shape, and hugging in the right places, while the side ruching or gathering was specifically praised for hiding “lumps and bumps” and creating the illusion of a flatter stomach. About 6 reviewers highlighted the dress as especially flattering for curves or the abdomen area.

Based on 6 customer reviews
Is the length suitable if I’m shorter?

Length feedback is limited but positive. One shorter customer specifically said the dress was a great length for a short girl, and another reviewer also called the length good. Based on 2 reviews, shorter customers may find the length wearable, though there is not enough feedback to confirm this for all heights.

Based on 2 customer reviews

Comfort

Is the fabric soft and comfortable enough for all-day wear?

Reviewers consistently described the fabric as soft, buttery soft, comfy, and comfortable. One customer said it was perfect to wear all day or night, while others praised the material as lovely, nice, and high quality. Based on 7 reviews, comfort and softness are major strengths of this dress.

Based on 7 customer reviews

Style & Versatility

Can I dress this up and down, or is it more for one occasion?

Customers found this dress very versatile and suitable for both casual and dressier occasions. Reviewers mentioned wearing it with flats or heels, taking it seamlessly from day to night, and using it as a go-to dress for all occasions. Based on 7 reviews, it works well as a wardrobe staple rather than a single-purpose outfit.

Based on 7 customer reviews
Are the colors nice in person?

Color feedback was positive where mentioned. Customers praised the black version as beautiful, one buyer purchased both black and coffee bean, and another described the color as nice and rich. Based on 3 reviews, the available colors appear to look polished and wardrobe-friendly in person.

Based on 3 customer reviews

Material & Quality

Does the dress cling to the body?

The dress is designed to hug the body, but reviewers generally found this flattering rather than uncomfortable. One customer specifically said the material is heavy enough not to cling, while another noted the stretch makes sizing more generous. The ruching and gathering also help smooth the midsection, based on 4 reviews discussing cling, stretch, or body-hugging fit.

Based on 4 customer reviews
What is the fabric like—light, heavy, stretchy, or structured?

Customers describe the fabric as soft, stretchy, and substantial enough to sit nicely on the body. One reviewer said it has enough weight not to cling, while another said the stretch makes the sizing feel more generous. Based on 5 reviews, the material appears comfortable, flexible, and better structured than a thin clingy fabric.

Based on 5 customer reviews

Performance

Is this a good dress for travel?

One reviewer specifically said the dress takes up little space in luggage and works seamlessly from day to night, which makes it appealing for travel. The same customer also described the fabric as wash-and-wear. While travel feedback is limited to 1 review, the versatility and low-fuss wear mentioned by multiple customers support it as a practical packing option.

Based on 1 customer review

Care & Maintenance

How does it hold up after washing?

There is limited washing feedback in the reviews. One customer described the fabric as wash-and-wear, while another said they had not washed it yet and were waiting to see how it performed. Based on 2 reviews, early feedback is cautiously positive, but there is not enough evidence to comment strongly on long-term wash durability.

Based on 2 customer reviews

Shop the Style

Reviews and Counting

The Bella dress in black is absolutely beautiful. The fit is incredibly flattering and hugs in all the right places, creating a really elegant silhouette. The fabric is amazingly soft and comfortable, great length for a short girl, making it perfect to wear all day or night. Overall, it’s a versatile, high-quality piece that looks and feels amazing—definitely a wardrobe staple.
— Maree M.
Bella Dress - Apricot
Lovely dress,fits perfectly creating hourglass shape. Colour is nice and rich and I will be wearing this dress as soon as the weather permits. Material is heavy enough not to cling to the body and slight gathering around the abdomen is creating an illusion of a flat stomach.
— nelly n.
Bella Dress - Apricot
Butter soft fabric, gorgeous cut, fit perfect. I am usually a size M in all my DB clothes, however decided to size up to an L. Great decision this dress will be my go to for all occasions.
— Lisa L.
Bella Dress - Apricot
Super happy with my purchase. Seamless day to night taking up little space in luggage and wash and wear fabric.
— Melynda M.
Bella Dress - Apricot
Great material and beautiful cut that is very slimming. Very stretchy so makes sizing more generous.
— Yasmin Y.
Bella Dress - Apricot
Love this dress! So soft and hugs u perfectly.. I am 177 cm and 72 kg, got a large which fits perfectly!
— Tone T.
Bella Dress - Apricot
I love it, it is a beautiful dress and very flattering.
— Dion
Bella Dress - Apricot
Great dress. Fits well and versatile. I bought the black and coffee bean.
— Margaret
Bella Dress - Apricot
This dress is very comfy. The rouching on the side hides lumps and bumps.It goes well with flats or dress it up a bit with heals. I sized up after reading reviews and glad that it did
— Sharon S.
Bella Dress - Apricot
Versatile, good length, nice fabric. Could wear dressy or casual.
— Peta P.
Bella Dress - Apricot
3.0
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars
Based on 6 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 1 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 2 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 1
33%would recommend this product
6 reviews
  • SW
    Sharon W.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Height 5'0-5'2
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Very comfy

    This dress is very comfy. The rouching on the side hides lumps and bumps.It goes well with flats or dress it up a bit with heals. I sized up after reading reviews and glad that it did

  • SM
    Sue M.
    Verified Buyer
    I do not recommend this product
    Height 5'6-5'8
    Body Type Athletic
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Too small

    Very disappointed I purchased the extra large due to the styling and it is still very firm. I have previously located extra lagged and they have been slightly too large

  • CS
    Catherine S.
    Verified Buyer
    I do not recommend this product
    Height 5'6-5'8
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Not the right colour it’s orange

    Didn’t fit, didn’t get any customer service not the right colour as advertised. Got told sorry can’t help you.

  • JP
    Janet P.
    Verified Buyer
    Height 5'0-5'2
    Body Type Curvy
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Sadly not a good fit

    This dress is also quite tight on me.

    Even though it is a size medium, there is little room for my curves.

    I am normally a size 10.

  • SG
    Suzanne G.
    Verified Buyer
    Height 5'6-5'8
    Body Type Slender
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Beautiful feel…

    Fabric has a beautiful feel to it & dress is super comfy. However, the colour I chose is not the greatest for ‘showing all’. A darker colour would have been a better option.

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