• Faux suede that holds its shape - the fabric has enough body to keep the structured shoulders and A-line skirt sitting exactly as intended, without feeling stiff against the body.
• Cocoon sleeves gather at the wrist, creating a dramatic volume from shoulder to cuff that contrasts sharply with the nipped-in waist beneath.
• Four oversized gold-tone buttons run down the centre front - chunky, textured, and doing more than just fastening; they're the focal point of the whole silhouette.
• Deep V-neckline with a wrap-style lapel gives the front an open, tailored look that reads sharp rather than casual.
• Two patch pockets sit low on the skirt, adding a utilitarian edge to what is otherwise a very polished, dressed-up shape.

This one sits at the crossover between a blazer and a mini dress - structured enough to hold its own as outerwear, short enough to wear as a standalone piece. It works hardest as a single-layer outfit: the dress itself is the statement, so keep everything else low-key. The model wears it alone, and that's the right call. Swap in a pair of knee-high boots to extend the leg line under the mini hem, or keep it grounded with block-heeled ankle boots for a daytime edit. A small shoulder bag or clutch in a complementary tone keeps the look cohesive without competing with the gold buttons. This is the kind of piece that carries a brunch, a gallery visit, or an afternoon event without needing anything added to it - the structure does the work from the moment you put it on.