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Composure – The Lace Maxi That Falls Into One Long Line

$99.99

$49.99

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  • Free shipping with Australia Post
  • 30 days money-back guarantee
  • Australia’s women’s brand since 2010
  • Almost sold out, only a few left in stock!
Color Navy Blue
Size S
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UPDATE: Due to overwhelming support during our 20th Anniversary Sale, only a few units remain at the current price.

One Belt, One Line, Waist to Floor

Picture yourself walking into the room and forgetting what you're wearing.

That's the whole point of this dress.

Composure elegant lace maxi dress in motion

The satin belt sits at your narrowest point, and the pleats fall unbroken to the floor—the eye reads one long line instead of two halves.

The lace bodice is fully lined, so it feels soft against your skin instead of scratchy.

You look put together.

You never look like you tried.

One of our most reordered occasion dresses this season

✓ Look two inches taller without heels
The high satin belt catches your waist at its slimmest point, then the pleated skirt falls in one clean line to the floor. The eye follows that line all the way down.

High-waisted satin belt and floor-length pleated skirt

✓ Soft lining means no scratchy lace
Many online lace dresses feel stiff and itchy the moment you put them on. This one is lined through the bodice, so the lace doesn't sit directly against your skin.

Softly lined lace bodice detail

✓ Comfortable for a cool December venue
The three-quarter sleeves cover your arms without feeling too heavy. No shawl to keep track of and no bare arms in a chilly banquet hall.

Three-quarter lace sleeves for cooler venues

✓ Dress it up or down with one swap
Wear it with heels and earrings for a wedding, or flats and a soft coat for a holiday dinner. The same dress works for two very different evenings.

Composure maxi dress styled for an occasion

What you get today

  • 1 x Composure Elegant Lace Maxi Dress
  • Lace bodice with a soft inner lining
  • Separate satin-finish tie belt
  • Pleated floor-length skirt
  • Three-quarter sleeves
  • Free tracked shipping

This is a seasonal production run for the holiday event season. Once this batch sells out, availability and pricing may change.

Bring Composure to your closet today and step into the room with one long, effortless line.

30-day at-home trial
Try Composure at home for 30 days. If it doesn't fit, look, or feel the way you expected, return it within 30 days for a full refund.

 

Frequently asked questions

Does the belt come attached or separate?
The satin-finish belt is a separate tie belt, so you can position the waist where it flatters you most. Some women wear it slightly higher to create a longer-looking leg line.

Can I wear a regular bra with it?
Yes. The lined bodice provides coverage for a standard bra, while the three-quarter sleeves keep the straps covered.

Will the lining show through the lace?
The lining is color-matched to the dress, helping the lace and bodice appear as one coordinated piece from the outside.

Is it heavy to wear for a long event?
No. The pleated skirt is designed to fall and flow without feeling unnecessarily heavy, making it comfortable for longer occasions.

Specifications

  • Style: Floor-length maxi dress
  • Approximate length: 55–59 inches from shoulder to hem, depending on size
  • Bodice: Lace-look polyester with soft polyester lining
  • Skirt: Pleated polyester
  • Belt: Separate satin-finish polyester tie belt
  • Sleeves: Three-quarter length

How to wash

  • Machine wash cold with similar colors
  • Use a gentle cycle
  • Do not bleach
  • Hang to dry

All shipments are sent free of charge and with tracking via well-known and reliable shipping companies throughout Australia, such as Australia Post.

You can return your clothes or shoes to us at any time within 30 days.Please contact our customer service team to ensure that this process runs smoothly and quickly!

20 YEARS, ONE SHARED DREAM 🤍

🎀 20 YEARS OF SOPHIE & ELLE’S

Twenty years ago, Sophie & Elle’s Boutique began with a simple dream — a mother and daughter sharing their love for beautiful fashion.

What started as our little boutique grew into a wonderful community of women we’re so grateful for. 🤍

To celebrate 20 amazing years, we’re saying thank you with our biggest sale yet!

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Thank you for being part of our story.

With love,
Sophie & Elle ♡

TRUSTED BY THOUSANDS OF HAPPY CUSTOMERS

The fit is perfect and the quality really surprised me. I’ve been wearing it everywhere!

Chloe A. - Melbourne, Australia

Absolutely love this knit. It’s warm, soft and looks even nicer in person.

Megan D. - Sydney, Australia

Such a flattering dress! It fits beautifully and feels so comfortable to wear.

Natalie P. - Canberra, Australia

I was nervous to order online but the quality blew me away. Fits perfectly and looks exactly like the photos. Already ordered two more pieces!

Patricia H. - Perth, Australia

I followed the size guide and it fit like it was made for me. Wore it to church Sunday and three women asked where I got it.

Diane R. - Adelaide, Australia

Had to return one top and customer service was so kind and easy. Got my refund within days and ordered again the same day.

Carol W. - Brisbane, Australia

I thought boutique meant expensive but I got three beautiful pieces for less than one from the department store. My sister ordered the same day she saw me wearing it.

Beverly T. - Hobart, Australia

Everything in stores is either for teenagers or for women who gave up on style. Dorothy and James is different. I feel like myself again.

Margaret L. - Queenstown, Australia

I never spend money on myself but my friend said this sale was a gift from Dorothy and James to me. She was right. Worth every penny.

Ruth Ann K. - Darwin, Australia

Arrived faster than I expected and packaged so nicely. The quality is better than anything I've found at the mall. Best online purchase I've made in years.

Sandra M. - Perth, Australia

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Proudly based in the heart of Australia since 2006.

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FREE SHIPPING

We offer free shipping incl. Track & Trace to Australia!

MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

You have 30 days from receiving your order to decide whether to keep the product or return it.

AUSTRALIA BASED COMPANY

Proudly based in the heart of Australia since 2006.

SECURE CHECKOUT

You can securely and conveniently pay for your order using Credit Card or PayPal.