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Recycled Spandex Shell Belt Maxi Dress
Ready-to-Wear · Shell belt

Recycled Spandex Shell Belt Maxi Dress

A slinky recycled-jersey column anchored by the mother-of-pearl shell buckle.

$680 at SSENSE
SSENSE $680 ↗

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Story & heritage

The official chocolate maxi is labeled a CI classic, while the black maxi page connects the style to Look 18 from Spring/Summer 2024 Late Capitalism.

Retailers including SSENSE list the shell-belt maxi as a current Conner Ives dress family.

Materials & craft

The dress is cut in recycled spandex with a soft matte finish, shaped with a halter or boatneck line, godet hem panels, and an integrated sash fastening through mother-of-pearl hardware.

78% recycled polyester22% elastanemother-of-pearl hardware

How to choose & style

Lean into the long line: low heels and a clean cuff keep it evening-ready, while a flat sandal makes the shell buckle feel resort-like.

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