Icône
Tiered Floral-Print Midi Dress
This tiered floral-print midi dress is made from crisp, lightweight 100% cotton poplin. It features a relaxed, tiered silhouette with a round neckline, a small buttoned slit opening at the back of the neck, slightly puffed short sleeves, and a 45.25-inch length from the top of the shoulder. The unlined dress is subtly sheer and is designed for warm-weather wear; customer reviews indicate that sizing runs large, with some recommending sizing down.
- Material
- 100% cotton poplin
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, romantic, boho
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Size
Specifications
A lightweight cotton poplin midi dress featuring a relaxed tiered silhouette, subtle sheer finish, and puffed short sleeves.
Tiered midi silhouette, round neck with buttoned back slit, slightly puffed short sleeves, unlined subtly sheer, crisp cotton poplin.
- Material
- 100% cotton poplin
- Style
- casual, romantic, boho
- Occasion
- vacation, date-night, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- crisp cotton poplin fabric
- lightweight
- unlined semi-sheer finish
- relaxed fit
- tiered skirt
- midi length
- round neckline
- buttoned back slit
- puffed sleeves
- short sleeves
Product Insights
The Tiered Floral-Print Midi Dress by Icône offers a 1920s-inspired drop-waist design in 100% cotton poplin, delivering value comparable to dresses over $130 but requiring careful sizing due to its generous cut, potential shrinkage, and sheerness that demands thoughtful styling—typically with a belt and heels—to avoid a frumpy or boxy look, especially on petite or straight body types.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Buyers report the dress runs large; size down recommended; S/M overwhelms petites; cotton shrinks if not washed cold.
- Construction
- Shoulders and bust determine fit; no defined waist; drop seam sits at hip; a belt and heels often needed for shape.
- Sheerness
- The unlined cotton poplin is sheer enough to show dark undergarments in direct sunlight.
- Styling
- Buyers avoid a frumpy look with heeled boots and a belt.
- Value
- Same 100% cotton poplin and tiered silhouette as dresses over $130.
- Shrinkage
- 100% cotton poplin may shrink; cold wash and flat dry preserve fit.
- Fit on different heights
- 45.25-inch length hits mid-calf on 5'6 but runs long on petite.
- Fabric
- Machine wash cold on delicate and lay flat to dry to minimize shrinkage.
- Design heritage
- 1920s-inspired drop-waist with puff sleeves and two sizes.
- Exclusivity
- Available exclusively in Canada at Simons.
- Petite fit
- Overwhelming volume and narrow neck opening challenge petites when sizing down.
- Straight body fit
- Straight body types look boxy without a belt.
- Occasion suitability
- Suitable for summer heat, garden parties, and evenings, but too sheer for work and overwhelms petites.
Product record
- Title
- Tiered Floral-Print Midi Dress
- Brand
- Icône
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.4 stars, 31 reviews, scale 5
Deep Research
How the relaxed fit works for different body types
- Because the dress slips on over the head and has no zipper or stretch panel, the round neck with its small buttoned back slit is the most constricting circumference; once past the bust, the fabric falls free, so if your bust measurement aligns with the smaller size range but you prefer less body volume, the SML-MED will still work as long as the neck opening clears your shoulders comfortably.
- The dress is only available in two composite sizes rather than a full numeric range, which signals an intentionally relaxed, unfitted silhouette where the difference between sizes is a few extra inches of overall volume — not precise bust-waist-hip grading — making it feasible to size down for a slightly less billowy look or up for maximum ease without the usual fit penalties.
- The dress is constructed in stacked gathered tiers rather than fitted bodice panels, so there is no darted or seamed waistline to define a shape — the fit is controlled entirely by how the fabric falls from the shoulders, meaning the sizing choice is about the desired drape and coverage, not about matching a specific waist or hip number.
Value compared to similar floral midis
- As an Icône exclusive at Simons, the dress isn't available on fast-fashion floors like Zara or H&M, giving it the feel of a curated boutique find at a mass-market price — this kind of distribution exclusivity at $69 is rare for a cotton poplin tiered midi.
- At $69 CAD, the Icône costs exactly half of the Gentle Fawn Calipso — another 100% cotton poplin tiered midi sold in Canada — so for a buyer who wants that same fabric and silhouette, the savings are substantial without sacrificing the natural fiber.
- The Mizuki dress pairs its tiered midi shape with a 70% cotton / 30% linen blend at $108 CAD, while the Icône delivers 100% cotton poplin for $39 less; the pricing makes the Icône the more accessible all-cotton entry in this style.
- The Clarisse dress, a tiered floral midi in 100% rayon from Boutique 1861, originally retailed for $105 CAD — the Icône's $69 price for a 100% cotton version not only undercuts that synthetic-alternative price by $36 but also delivers the breathable natural fiber that many shoppers prefer for summer.
- Sold at £89 (approx. $155 CAD), the White Stuff equivalent is 100% cotton and fully lined, while the Icône at $69 CAD forgoes that lining — the trade-off keeps the Canadian option under half the price, offering a lighter, sheerer take on the same tiered poplin silhouette.
Why cotton poplin is ideal for summer
- Cotton poplin uses thicker yarns and a tighter weave than the floaty voile found in many summer cover-ups, so this midi dress drapes with visible enough heft that the tiered skirt falls in stable, vertical ripples rather than blowing upward in a light breeze — a practical advantage for pedestrian movement and modesty.
- Every natural cotton creases, but poplin's tight weave avoids the deep, chaotic crumples that make linen so high-maintenance — the creases that do form are softer and more uniform, so the dress retains a clean, polished line through a full day of wear, unlike a linen dress that can look rumpled by lunch.
- Because poplin is a 100% cotton plain weave, air circulates directly through the dress, preventing that clammy cling even when humidity spikes; the same weave's tight, crisp construction gives the tiered silhouette enough backbone to hold its shape, so you get cooling airflow without the garment turning limp or shapeless.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A tiered midi dress with a high round neckline, short sleeves, gathered tiered skirt, and an all-over large floral print of off-white flowers and small white dots on a black ground.
- Silhouette and lengthMidi-length dress with a fitted upper body and a gathered tiered skirt that creates volume below the waist; hem falls below the knees.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.28 · w 0.50 · h 0.62 (high) - Neckline and sleevesRound neckline and short sleeves that sit close to the shoulder and end above the elbow.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.14 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Tiered constructionVisible horizontal seam and gathered tier at the skirt creating a pronounced tier below the hip.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high) - Print scale and layoutAll-over black background patterned with large off-white stylized five-petal flowers interspersed with irregular small white dot clusters.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.30 · w 0.44 · h 0.56 (high) - Fabric drape and textureLightweight woven fabric with soft drape indicated by gentle gathers and fluid fall of the skirt panels.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.46 (medium) - Visible portion of model wearing dressFront view of the dress worn on a model; dress front is fully visible from neckline to hem except where partially covered by a sleeveless vest and the model's arm on the left side.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.50 · h 0.80 (high)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a model in an interior corridor with a red tote prop and editorial wall display. Even indoor lighting with soft shadows.
- Styling propRed tote bag held in the model's left hand, rectangular with a single top opening visible.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (high) - Layered garment (not analyzed as product)Sleeveless white vest layered over the dress, with vertical texture and button detail along the front.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.35 (high) - Background and settingInterior corridor with dark left wall displaying pinned images, concrete or worn floor, and a right wall with metal panels; ceiling with exposed wooden beam.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Model and poseFemale model walking toward camera with relaxed facial expression and hair loose in waves.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting from above with subtle shadows under the skirt folds and along the floor to the right.
Colors
black· fabric groundcream· floral print and dot pattern#DCD9CD- Silhouette and lengthMidi-length dress with a fitted upper body and a gathered tiered skirt that creates volume below the waist; hem falls below the knees.
- 02
Product
Front view of a tiered midi dress with a round neckline, short puff sleeves, a fitted waist seam above a gathered tiered skirt, and an allover large floral and small-dot pattern.
- Silhouette and viewFront-facing midi dress shown on a model, with the hem falling below the knees and a visible tier seam creating a gathered lower skirt panel.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.12 · w 0.70 · h 0.78 (high) - NecklineSimple round neckline sitting close to the base of the neck.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.10 · w 0.26 · h 0.08 (high) - SleevesShort puff sleeves with slight volume and a loose cuff at the hem of the sleeve.
2 regions
x 0.27 · y 0.14 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.14 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Waist and tier seamWaist area transitions into a gathered tier seam located above mid-skirt, producing added fullness below the seam.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.60 · h 0.16 (high) - Fabric patternAllover pattern of large flower shapes with solid centers interspersed with dense small round dots across the whole visible garment.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high) - Surface finishLightweight woven fabric with a matte finish and soft drape evident in the gathered skirt panels.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.45 · w 0.56 · h 0.46 (medium) - Pattern detail - flowersLarge cream-colored five-petal flower motifs with darker circular centers repeated across bodice and skirt.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.16 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.25 · y 0.56 · w 0.50 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model wearing the dress against a plain light wall with a pale blue floor; the model holds a yellow clutch and wears black heeled sandals.
- Background and surfacePlain off-white wall background meeting a pale blue floor at the bottom of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.95 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.95 · w 1.00 · h 0.05 (high) - Prop - clutchSmall folded yellow clutch held in the model's left hand at hip height; appears as a styling prop and not part of the garment.
1 region
x 0.65 · y 0.34 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - FootwearModel wears black strappy heeled sandals visible at the bottom of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.88 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.88 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high) - Model poseModel stands facing forward with arms crossed across the midriff.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows; slight shadowing under the hem and behind legs.
Colors
deep navy· main fabric background#231D2Acream· flower petalsvery dark navy· flower centers#120D13off-white· small dots- Silhouette and viewFront-facing midi dress shown on a model, with the hem falling below the knees and a visible tier seam creating a gathered lower skirt panel.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a tiered midi dress worn on a model, showing an all-over large floral and small-dot print, short puff sleeves, a dropped tier seam near the lower hip, and a mid-calf hem.
- View and fitBack view of the dress worn by a model, showing a relaxed, loose fit that falls to mid-calf with a flared lower tier.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.84 (high) - Tiered constructionA horizontal seam forms a dropped tier around the lower hip, creating a gathered, fuller lower skirt section distinct from the upper body.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.54 · w 0.52 · h 0.28 (high) - SleevesShort puff sleeves with slight volume and a loose hem that sits above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Neckline and upper backRound neckline visible at the back with fabric lying flat against the upper back and shoulders.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high) - All-over print patternLarge stylized five-petal floral motifs in a pale yellow color interspersed over a field of small irregular white dots on a dark background.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.64 (high) - Flower center detailEach large flower has a dark central shape that contrasts with the pale petals.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.64 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (medium) - HemlineStraight cut hem that falls to a mid-calf length on the model.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.74 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Model wearing the dress stands on a two-tone studio floor against a pale neutral wall; a small yellow clutch and black heeled mules are visible as props. Lighting is soft and even with minimal shadow.
- Model and poseFemale model standing with back to camera and head turned slightly to her left, left arm relaxed and right arm holding a clutch at the hip.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.04 · w 0.68 · h 0.88 (high) - Visible prop - clutchSmall rectangular yellow clutch held at the model's right hip, partially covering the dress pattern.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.40 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (high) - Visible prop - shoesBlack open-back heeled mules visible on the model's feet.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.86 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high) - Background and floorPlain light neutral wall background with a pale blue floor strip at the bottom of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.88 · w 1.00 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with faint shadows beneath the model's feet and minimal directional highlights on fabrics.
Colors
deep navy· background of fabric#120D13pale yellow· large flower petalsoff white dots· small dot patterncharcoal black· flower centers#0D0D0C- View and fitBack view of the dress worn by a model, showing a relaxed, loose fit that falls to mid-calf with a flared lower tier.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
27 total27 reviews · out of 5
Love it!
Loved it so much bought a 2nd one for my sister in law!
Très joli mais ce modèle
Très joli mais ce modèle me sied moins bien ,les couleurs sont magnifiques
Midi dress
Love this dress! Fun and stylish
Versatile Dress
This dress can be dressed up or be casual. I sized down as per the other reviews and it fit perfect. The fabric is lightweight and very comfortable. Originally wanted the black but it wasn't available in my size so ordered the red and was pleasantly surprised. I actually prefer the red now.
Très belle robe d’été
Je suis contente de mon achat même si la taille est un peu trop grande
Belle qualité
Très jolie et très confortable. Coupe un peu large, j'aurais dû prendre une grandeur S-M. , mais j'adore!
Confortable
Cette robe est très rafraîchissante pour les chaudes journées et super confortable.
parfait
personne ne m'a servi au magasin , alors j'ai pris une chance et je l'ai commandé
Robe légère fai très bien
Robe légère fai très bien
Qu' en avez- pense?
J' en ai achetée 3
Parfaite pour l’été
Très beau tissu. Couple ample parfaite pour les journées très chaudes. Longueur ideale
Perfect summer dress
The material is super thin — which means it should be perfect for those unbearably hot summer days. The puff sleeves are lovely. The shape is loose — the dress stands out from the body — so again, perfect for summer (whenever it comes!!).
The perfect summer dress
I love hoe flowy this dress is. The drop waist reminds me of a new take on a 1920s style.
midi dress
the style is good but fabric is light.
SUPERBE
SUPERBE
J’adore l’imprimé des grosses fleurs
Elle est encore plus belle lorsqu’on l’a reçois! Je croyais qu’elle serait trop grande mais non…. S/M elle est parfaite!
Legerey
Une robe légère pour les journées chaudes, je l’aime beaucoup déjà
Pas pour moi
Pas flatteur pour ma silhouette. Trop carré. Joli tissu léger, idéal pour été.
Lovely summer dress
I love the light cotton and bold print. Fits very large—I had to size down but otherwise a great purchase.
Robe
Tissu léger et confortable
Dress
The dress was beautiful but the fit was way too big. The length was fine. There should have been a size XS/S
Print dress
Nice fabric, fits as described
Beautiful dress
Lovely lightweight dress. Beautifully made and fits perfectly.
Not flattering at all
The dress looks nice on the model, but I didn’t like the look at all. Too much material, strange length… I guess boots are a must, if not looks very strange.
Light poplin print dress
Unlined very light almost sheer but would be lovely in summer. Wanted to love it but ultimately returned as it just wasn’t the right cut/fit for me.
Coton de qualité et confortable
Rare et excellent rapport qualité/prix
Robe
Superbe tissus très belle
Q&A
3 answered- How sheer is the unlined cotton poplin in direct sunlight? Could you wear a dark bra without it showing?
- The dress is described as 'unlined (subtly sheer)' in 100% cotton poplin. In direct sunlight, a dark bra may be somewhat visible through the fabric, especially given the lightweight nature of the material. We suggest wearing a nude or seamless undergarment for best results.
- Does the cotton poplin shrink significantly after washing? What is the recommended care method?
- 100% cotton poplin can shrink if exposed to high heat. We recommend machine washing cold on a delicate cycle and laying flat to dry to minimize shrinkage. Avoid bleach and high heat ironing; low iron inside out if needed.
- How does the length of 45.25 inches hit on someone who is 5'6"? Is it truly midi or closer to maxi?
- On someone 5'6", the 45.25" (115 cm) length from the shoulder typically hits at the mid-calf, making it a true midi dress. It should fall below the knee but above the ankle.