Emperor Dress - Black

$1546.9 ~~$2495~~ In stock

Commanding attention, this black dress has a neat high neck over billowing sleeves and cascading capelet. A modern take on twenties eveningwear, it cinches at the waist for a sleek A-line silhouette, with delicate lace shoulders making this look perfect for an elegant evening look.

The show-stopping Emperor Story masterfully elevates classic silhouettes, with hand-beaded embellishments and 20th century patterning for dimension and glamour.

High neck
Capelet sleeves
Silky slip
Full length
Back-of-neck ribbon tie

Model is 179cm/5'10.5" tall and wears a size UK8/US4.

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Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Robert E. ★★★★★ Oct 22, 2026

The high neck and cascading capelet give it such an elegant, dramatic feel without being overwhelming. Even with the billowy sleeves, the waist cinching kept everything perfectly shaped for a night out.

Hazel ★★★★★ Oct 18, 2026

The capelet sleeves really make this dress feel like an event the second it’s on—I got stopped twice at the party. The high neck keeps it sleek while the A-line cut flatters without clinging, and the waist cinch lands perfectly. Wore it for six hours and never once felt the urge to adjust.

Grace J. ★★★★☆ Oct 21, 2026

The billowing sleeves are surprisingly lightweight and comfortable, not stiff at all. I do wish the waist cinch were a bit more adjustable for a truly perfect fit, but the overall A-line silhouette is very flattering.