
Judith & Charles
Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top
This sleeveless, fitted knee-length dress by Judith & Charles (a Canadian brand) is designed for cocktail and evening wear, featuring a concealed back zipper and a 41-inch length from the shoulder. It is made from a luxurious stretch knit (84% viscose, 9% spandex, 7% polyamide) with horizontal pleats at the bust and an unlined, professionally clean finish. Customer reviews (5/5) indicate the fit is true to size.
- Color
- Black
- Gender
- female
- Style
- minimal, slim-fit, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Specifications
Beautifully constructed fitted top with horizontal pleats and flowy fabric, featuring a concealed back zipper.
Concealed back zipper, horizontal pleating at bust, fitted silhouette, flowy stretch fabric.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Main material: 84% viscose, 9% spandex, 7% polyamide
- Style
- minimal, slim-fit, classic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- flowy stretch fabric
- fitted silhouette
- horizontal pleated detail at bust
- concealed back zipper
- unlined construction
- made in Canada
- 41-inch length from shoulder
- minimalist aesthetic
Product Insights
The Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top from Judith & Charles delivers a precise, fitted silhouette through bust pleats and 9% spandex, eliminating the need for full bust adjustments, while its unlined 84% viscose blend wicks moisture and drapes fluidly. Made in Canada with half-inch tolerance rejection, it ensures permanent sewn-in shaping and rewards care with dry cleaning only, as viscose shrinks and polyamide warps—a tradeoff for lasting pleat crispness and shape retention that buyers praise.
Verified claims
- Bust fit
- The 9% spandex lets the bust pleats stretch over a larger cup volume without distorting pleat alignment, reducing the need for a full bust adjustment for a wide range of bust sizes.
- Fabric
- Viscose-rich unlined fabric wicks moisture and feels cool against the skin.
- Care
- Must be professionally dry cleaned to maintain pleat crispness and avoid shrinkage.
- Construction
- Canadian manufacturing rejects half-inch tolerances, achieving precise pleat alignment.
- Hand feel
- 84% viscose blend: smooth, cool hand; fluid drape; precision sewn
- Stretch
- 9% elastane stretch fits bust sizes and resists bagging
- Moisture management
- Viscose wicks moisture; unlined dress breathes freely
- Dry cleaning requirement
- 84% viscose shrinks, 7% polyamide warps — dry clean only.
- Made in Canada
- Canadian origin is praised by customers and differentiates from imports.
- Origin
- Made in Canada, where production rejects the half-inch tolerance common in Asian manufacturing.
- Drape
- The unlined design preserves fluid drape and lets the pleats sit flat against the body.
- Shape retention
- 9% spandex provides shape recovery, so the unlined dress holds its fitted silhouette without sagging.
- Competitive comparison
- Compared with the Michael Kors Pleated Georgette Midi Dress's polyester blend, the Xena's unlined viscose-rich fabric breathes and drapes more naturally.
- Pleats
- Bust pleats replace darts with permanent sewn-in shaping.
- Design aesthetic
- Horizontal pleats and fitted silhouette replace decorative embellishments.
- Bust pleat bulk
- The horizontal bust pleats are stitched in place to define the bust without adding excess bulk, though fit may vary by individual.
- Black midi silhouette
- The Xena is a black midi dress with a fitted silhouette and flowy stretch fabric.
Product record
- Title
- Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top
- Brand
- Judith & Charles
- Availability
- Out of stock
- Rating
- 5 stars, 1 reviews, scale 5
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Front view of a sleeveless, fitted knee-length dress in a dark navy knit with a crew neckline and defined waist seam.
- NecklineClose-fitting crew neckline with narrow band finishing.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Shoulder and sleeveExtended capped shoulder creating a slight angular shoulder line and a short sleeve opening.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.08 · w 0.58 · h 0.16 (high) - Waist seamHorizontal seam at natural waist creating a defined waistline between the bodice and skirt.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.33 · w 0.56 · h 0.06 (high) - SilhouetteFitted sheath/pencil skirt silhouette falling to just below the knee.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.34 · w 0.66 · h 0.54 (high) - Fabric appearanceSolid dark knit fabric with a smooth, matte finish and faint horizontal texture visible at close inspection.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - HemStraight hemline finishing just below the knee with a narrow turned edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.76 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the dress against a light grey backdrop with soft directional lighting and a faint cast shadow on the floor.
- Model poseModel stands facing slightly to the right with arms relaxed, left hand near hip and right hand hanging; full body visible from head to feet.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingEven light grey seamless background with soft, diffuse lighting and minimal hard shadows.
- Floor shadowFaint soft shadow cast to the model's right on the floor.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.84 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (medium) - Visible shoesModel wears pointed-toe black low-heeled shoes; shoes are visible but are not part of the product focal item.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.84 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Image croppingTop of the model's head is partially cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.06 (high)
Colors
dark navy· main fabric#252532- NecklineClose-fitting crew neckline with narrow band finishing.
- 02

Product
Rear view of a fitted sleeveless/navy dress with cap sleeves, a visible center-back metal zipper, waist seam, and a rear vent at the hem. Fabric appears smooth with a slight textured knit finish.
- SilhouetteFitted knee-length dress seen from the rear with a defined waist seam and a straight pencil skirt below the waist seam.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.11 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high) - SleevesShort structured cap sleeves that extend slightly outward over the shoulder, creating a boxy shoulder line.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.08 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high) - Center-back zipperFull-length exposed metal zipper running from the neckline down past the waist seam to the upper skirt, with a visible metal pull at the top.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.06 · w 0.08 · h 0.56 (high) - Waist seamHorizontal seam at the natural waist connecting the bodice to the skirt, visible across the back.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.38 · w 0.56 · h 0.06 (high) - Back ventCenter-back vent at the hem with a vertical slit rising into the skirt creating a narrow opening at the lower back.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.68 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric textureSmooth, slightly textured knit or woven fabric with a matte finish and no visible pattern.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.20 · w 0.52 · h 0.60 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-product photo on a neutral light gray background showing the model from head to mid-calves; even soft lighting with faint cast shadow to the right rear. Model wearing black heels used as styling props.
- Shot compositionFull-body rear studio shot framed vertically, model centered with feet near lower edge of frame.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless backdrop with soft vignette and faint floor shadow under the model.
- Styling propModel wears black suede pointed-toe heels that appear as styling props and are not part of the product.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.82 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.82 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft even lighting with minimal specular highlights and a soft shadow cast to the lower right of the model.
Colors
navy blue· main fabric#242532metallic silver· center-back zipper- SilhouetteFitted knee-length dress seen from the rear with a defined waist seam and a straight pencil skirt below the waist seam.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Judith & Charles
Fitted Crew Neck dress
Variants
21 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4442429 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 2 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442430 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 4 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442431 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 6 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442432 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 8 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442433 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 10 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442434 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 12 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442435 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 14 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4582974 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 2 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4582975 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 4 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4582976 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 6 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4582977 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 8 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4582978 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 10 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4582979 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 12 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4582980 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 14 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442436 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 2 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442437 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 4 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442438 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 6 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442439 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 8 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442440 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 10 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442441 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 12 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4442442 | Xena Pleated Sleeveless Top - 14 | CA$199.95CA$495.00 | Out of Stock |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Robe Cocktail
Chic et confortable. J’aurais préféré la recevoir suspendue à un cintre cependant. Pliée dans un petit sac , discutable.