Icône
Microfibre Ruched Fitted Dress
This Icône by Simons dress is a sleeveless, fitted midi dress made from soft, silky stretch microfibre with reprocessed nylon. It features a small mock neck, gathered waist, and side slit, with a length of 47.25 inches from the top of the shoulder. Designed in Canada, it is unlined and has a smooth, slightly matte finish in black.
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Size
Specifications
- Material
- 76% nylon made from recycled plastic, 24% spandex
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Icône Microfibre Ruched Fitted Dress is a versatile midi dress that transitions from office to evening with a low mock neck and side slit, offering shape recovery through 24% spandex to prevent bagging; though priced $21-29 above comparable dresses, its 76% recycled nylon content (matching virgin quality) reduces water use by 90% and CO2 emissions by 80%, but the fabric's stretch requires air-drying and avoidance of fabric softener to maintain its longevity.
Verified claims
- Comfort
- Low mock neck, side slit, and unlined build enhance comfort; recycled nylon feels like virgin nylon.
- Design
- Mock neck and side slit combine for office-to-evening style and easy walking.
- Fit
- 24% spandex provides shape recovery that prevents bagging throughout the day.
- Value
- $89 price, $21-29 above rivals, for 24% spandex shape recovery.
- Environmental impact
- Recycled nylon uses 90% less water, emits 80% less CO2, and diverts waste from oceans.
- Fabric quality
- Modern recycled nylon matches virgin nylon in feel, durability, and appearance.
- Competitive edge
- Has 76% recycled nylon; comparable dresses use 55-57% polyester blends.
- Longevity
- Requires air-dry, no fabric softener, and gentle detergent to preserve stretch.
- Care
- Air-dry, launder promptly, no fabric softener, use pH-neutral detergent.
- Neck and slit
- Small mock neck with stretch and side slit create a dress that works for both office and evening.
- Exclusivity
- Exclusively designed for Simons in Canada.
- Materials
- 76% recycled nylon and 24% spandex provide shape retention and 90% less water use.
Product record
- Title
- Microfibre Ruched Fitted Dress
- Brand
- Icône
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Care and longevity for unlined microfibre
- Exposing the dress’s 24% spandex content to temperatures above 60°C — which typical dryer medium-heat cycles reach — permanently degrades the elastane fibers and causes irreversible loss of stretch, meaning air drying is the only way to maintain the ruched waist’s gathering and the overall fitted silhouette over time.
- Sweat and body oils deposited on the dress’s unlined microfibre directly degrade the spandex and cause permanent staining if allowed to set, making prompt laundering after wear — or at least before storing — essential to prevent stretching and discoloration in high-contact areas like the underarms and waist.
- Fabric softener leaves a waxy coating on the microfibre that clogs its moisture-wicking channels in as few as 3–5 washes and accelerates spandex breakdown, so avoiding it entirely preserves both the dress’s breathability and its long-term stretch recovery — especially important since the unlined fabric sits directly against the skin.
- Standard laundry detergents formulated for cotton contain enzymes (proteases, lipases) and alkaline builders that chemically attack elastane fibers, so switching to a pH-neutral sport wash or gentle detergent prevents the gradual loss of stretch recovery that would make the fitted dress lose its shape.
Mock neck and side slit in everyday wear
- At 47.25 inches, the hem reaches mid-calf, which on a fitted dress would restrict stride without the side slit; this slit acts as a leg vent, opening with each step so you can walk naturally, and because the dress is unlined, the fabric moves fluidly without extra bulk catching on the slit edges.
- Listed explicitly as a 'small' mock neck, this neckline sits lower than a full turtleneck, reducing throat pressure and making it feel more like a high crew neck — a key detail for all-day comfort since the stretch microfibre (24% spandex) moves with your body rather than gripping.
- The combination of a covered-up neck and a side slit creates deliberate tension: the dress reads polished and conservative from the front, ideal for offices or formal settings, while the side slit introduces leg-baring movement that makes it evening-ready without looking overtly sexy.
Value compared to similar ruched midi dresses
- Branded as 'Icône by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada,' the dress is a private-label piece available only through Simons, setting it apart from multi-brand stock and giving it a curated, boutique identity that mass-market ruched midis lack.
- The dress uses 76% nylon made from recycled plastic, while competing ruched midi dresses under $100 like the OAK + FORT Sleeveless Ruched Waist Midi (55% cotton, 43% polyester, 2% spandex) and Boutique 1861's Carly dress (57% polyester, 38% rayon, 5% spandex) rely on polyester blends — giving this dress a clear sustainability advantage and a silkier, less synthetic hand at a comparable price.
- With 24% spandex, the dress delivers far more elasticity than the 2% in the OAK + FORT ruched midi, 5% in the Boutique 1861 Carly, or 10% in the PrettyLittleThing woven ruched midi — this high spandex content enables a shape-hugging, recovery-driven fit that holds its silhouette through a day of wear rather than bagging out.
- At $89 CAD, the dress commands a $21 premium over the OAK + FORT Sleeveless Ruched Waist Midi ($68 full price) and a $29 premium over the Boutique 1861 Carly ($60), but that premium buys a 24% spandex/recycled nylon fabric versus the competitors' 2–5% spandex polyester blends — for a buyer prioritizing sustainability and a sculpting fit, the incremental cost is modest.
Recycled nylon: sustainability and everyday feel
- Recycled nylon can be processed to feel just as soft and silky as virgin nylon, so the dress’s promised 'soft and silky, stretch microfibre' texture holds true without relying on petroleum-based nylon — the sustainability story doesn’t come at the expense of tactile luxury.
- Recycled nylon production consumes up to 90% less water and emits up to 80% less CO₂ than virgin nylon manufacturing; this dress therefore achieves its soft, stretchy fit with a dramatically lower resource footprint, a tangible eco-mark for the 89 CAD price.
- A large share of recycled nylon feedstock originates from post-consumer waste like discarded fishing nets and carpets, so buying this dress helps intercept plastic that would otherwise persist in oceans and landfills for hundreds of years — a narrative that adds tangible meaning to the 'reprocessed nylon' on the care label.
- Modern recycled nylon retains comparable tensile strength and abrasion resistance to virgin nylon, so the dress's body-contouring fit and ruching are as durable as any high-quality nylon garment — it won't lose shape or develop thin spots faster than conventional activewear.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Sleeveless, fitted black midi dress with a high neckline, ruched side detailing at the waist, and a mid-thigh to knee-length side slit on the left side as shown on a model.
- SilhouetteForm-fitting midi dress that follows the model's torso and hips then falls straight to a mid-calf hem.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.06 · w 0.52 · h 0.78 (high) - NecklineHigh mock neckline that sits close to the throat.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.05 · w 0.25 · h 0.10 (high) - SleevesCap-style sleeveless shoulders with narrow arm openings exposing the upper arms.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Waist ruchingHorizontal ruched gathers concentrated at the right side of the waist, creating subtle asymmetrical texture.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Side slitVertical slit on the dress's left side exposing the model's lower thigh and calf.
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x 0.64 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.40 (high) - HemlineAsymmetrical-looking straight hem that falls to a midi length around mid-calf on the model.
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x 0.32 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly stretchy knit with a low sheen consistent across the dress surface.
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x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high) - Seams and constructionMinimal visible seams on the front; side seam implied where the ruching and slit are located.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.34 · w 0.28 · h 0.46 (medium) - Visible accessories on garmentNo visible buttons, zippers, or closures on the visible front and sides of the dress.
Other
Studio full-body fashion shot on a plain light background with soft directional lighting from the left creating a distinct cast shadow. Model is wearing silver high-heeled sandals and jewelry; image is vertically framed and shows the entire model.
- Shot compositionFull-body vertical studio shot showing the model standing at a slight three-quarter angle to camera.
- Background and shadowSmooth light gray to white backdrop with a strong soft-edged cast shadow of the model to the left.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.50 (high) - Props and stylingModel styled with metallic silver high-heeled sandals and large metallic earrings; hands relaxed at sides.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.82 · w 0.30 · h 0.17 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - LightingSoft, even studio lighting from the left produces gentle highlights on the dress fabric and a clear shadow on the backdrop.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with accurate detail on fabric texture and accessories.
Colors
deep black· dress body#0E0E0D- SilhouetteForm-fitting midi dress that follows the model's torso and hips then falls straight to a mid-calf hem.
- 02
Product
Upper half of a fitted black sleeveless dress shown on a model; visible high neckline, sleeveless armhole, and gathered ruching at the right-side waist. Fabric appears smooth and slightly matte with close-fitting construction.
- NecklineHigh mock neck that fits close to the base of the model's neck with a smooth finish and no visible collar seam at the front.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.38 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeveless armholeSleeveless cut with a cleanly finished armhole edge on the visible right shoulder, showing a moderate-sized opening that tapers toward the side seam.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - Side ruchingHorizontal ruched gathering visible at the right-side waist, formed by stitched gathers that create narrow horizontal folds in the fabric.
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x 0.42 · y 0.62 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, close-fitting knit or microfibre fabric with a matte finish and minimal surface texture that follows the model's contours.
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x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (medium) - Side seamVisible side seam running from the armhole down past the waist where the ruching begins; seam is slim and follows body curve.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.56 (high)
Other
Image shows a model from the mid-torso up against a plain light background; large textured silver earring and loose wavy hair are visible; soft directional lighting casts a shadow on the left background.
- Model pose and cropThree-quarter left-facing torso and head shot cropped near the hips; model's right arm is bent and placed on the hip outside the frame's right edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Earring accessoryLarge circular silver textured earring covering most of the earlobe area on the model's left ear (image right), with hammered irregular surface detail.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.08 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Background and shadowPlain light gray or off-white wall background with a soft shadow cast to the left of the model's head and shoulder.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (medium) - Hair stylingLoose wavy hair falling over the left shoulder and down the back, partially covering the dress shoulder seam.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.46 (high)
Colors
deep black· main body#0E0E0D- NecklineHigh mock neck that fits close to the base of the model's neck with a smooth finish and no visible collar seam at the front.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a black sleeveless midi dress with a high neckline, waist ruching, and a left-side slit extending to the calf.
- Silhouette and viewDress shown from the rear three-quarter angle on a model, revealing the back and left side of the garment.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.85 (high) - Neckline and sleevesHigh neckline with short cap-style sleeves that sit close to the shoulder line.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.10 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Waist ruchingHorizontal gathered ruching at the waist that creates a slightly ruched side profile above the hip on the photographed side.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Skirt cut and slitStraight-fitting midi skirt with a vertical slit on the left side reaching to the lower calf, opening to reveal the model's leg.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.62 · w 0.12 · h 0.32 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly matte fabric with a fine, uniform surface and minimal visible texture consistent across the dress.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.60 (high) - HemlineStraight hem that falls to a midi length, mid-calf on the model.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.74 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a white seamless background with the model casting a soft shadow to the left; silver high-heeled sandals worn by the model and simple accessories are visible.
- Studio backgroundSmooth white seamless backdrop and floor with a faint seam where wall meets floor visible near the lower right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and poseFemale model standing with weight on the right leg, left leg slightly back exposing slit; hands resting near hips and lower back, head turned slightly to the left.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.88 (high) - ShadowSoft, well-defined cast shadow of the model projected to the left on the backdrop.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.50 (high) - Accessories visibleModel wearing metallic high-heeled sandals and a bracelet and large disc earring on the visible ear; these accessories are not part of the photographed garment.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.84 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.06 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
deep black· main body#151515- Silhouette and viewDress shown from the rear three-quarter angle on a model, revealing the back and left side of the garment.
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Customer Reviews
12 total12 reviews · out of 5
était brisée lorsque reçue pas décousue mais coupée près des coutures longueur de 2 pouces
La qualité de cette robe laisse à désirer la cause les coutures utilisées sont en faits de plastiques ce qui a comme conséquence des coutures croches et qui font des vagues Malgré le fait quelle est très ajustée j'ai dû prendre grandeur M chose qui ne m'arrive jamais
Awesome
Looks great, fits great
Completely not the size
This is way too small for the measurements that were quoted on the webaite
Petite robe noire
Robe tout aller. Simple et confortable.
Trop ajustée pour moi
Magnifique robe mais trop ajustée pour ma silhouette.
Super
Petite robe noire simple, élégante et hyper confortable
runs small
Have to return very tight
Trop serrée
Beau tissu mais très moulant
Gives an amazing figure!
I love this dress! The material is nice and thick enough to make you feel secure. It hugs your curves in all the right places and gives you a great figure.
Wanted To Love This
I love the colour and style of this dress. However when I put it on, you could see there were some, what looked like last minute sewing alterations to the dress in a different colour thread than the actual dress's sewing thread. It was a lighter green that showed only when you put it on. When I looked closer on the inside of the dress, it was clear that there were some additional alterations to the dress in which the threading was also coming undone, and it was attempted to be resolved. This was the first time I've ever had a seam issue in any of the pieces from Simons, but I am really disappointed as this dress was for a special occasion.
Questionable material cute fit
I usually wear a 4 or 27, I'm not curvy andsmall is tight. I would definitely go up to medium if i was going to keep it. Anything more than a B would burst the seams. Style is cute but feels too much like a shower curtain for me to keep,
Robe élégante et versatile. Je
Robe élégante et versatile. Je porte habituellement Small, j’ai donc pris cette taille et le fit est bon bien qu’assez ajusté.
Q&A
1 answered- How does the dress fit on different body shapes? For example, if you have a larger bust or hips, does the ruched waist accommodate?
- The dress is made from a stretch microfibre (76% recycled nylon, 24% spandex) that provides flexibility, and the gathered waist is designed to offer a forgiving fit around the midsection. For larger bust or hips, the stretch fabric and ruched detailing can accommodate curves, but since it's a fitted silhouette, we recommend checking your measurements against the size chart or sizing up if you're between sizes for a more comfortable fit.