
Cecilie Bahnsen
Cilia Crinkled Dress
The Cecilie Bahnsen Cilia Crinkled Dress is a midi-length dress crafted from sheer, structured polyester with a crinkled texture and a fine fluid lining. It features a crew neck, short puff sleeves, a fitted bodice with a drop waist, a tiered gathered skirt, and a concealed zipped back closure. The dress measures 51.25 inches (130 cm) from the top of the shoulder and is handcrafted in Europe.
- Material
- Sheer structured polyester, fine fluid lining
- Gender
- female
- Style
- minimal, romantic, streetwear, slim-fit, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Size
Specifications
A gauzy, crinkled minimalist dress with drop waist, combining couture elegance and streetwear edge.
Sheer structured polyester, fine fluid lining, concealed back zipper, fitted style, crew neck.
- Material
- Sheer structured polyester, fine fluid lining
- Style
- minimal, romantic, streetwear, slim-fit, modern
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- gauzy crinkled texture
- structured sheer polyester
- fine fluid lining
- drop waist silhouette
- fitted style
- crew neckline
- concealed back zipper
- handcrafted in Europe
- assertive volume and ruffles
- romantic minimalist design
- rich texture and sheerness
- length 51.25 inches from shoulder
- couture elegance with streetwear edge
Product Insights
The Cilia Crinkled Dress by Cecilie Bahnsen is a 1,195 CAD out-of-stock piece that embodies 'everyday couture' through a hand-crafted silhouette. Its permanent heat-set crinkled polyester shell—hand-draped and steamed in a Copenhagen demi-couture atelier—masks fit imperfections and resists ironing, while the drop waist at the hip elongates the torso, requiring heels to balance the shortened leg line. With a fixed 130 cm shoulder-to-hem drop, it meets the floor on heights below 5'9 without heels. The zero-stretch shell demands exact sizing (UK 8-14, size up if between sizes), but the forgiving crinkle accommodates fluctuations. A fluid cupro-polyester lining and layering with cropped tops preserve proportions; heeled sandals or pointed-toe mules, along with statement earrings and vintage accessories, honor the 1920s flapper heritage. Dry-clean-only.
Verified claims
- Size guidance
- Sizes 8-14 are UK; zero-stretch, so size up if between sizes.
- Length
- Fixed 130 cm shoulder-to-hem drop; on heights below 5’9 it meets the floor without heels.
- Drop waist fit
- Drop waist at hip elongates torso; heels recommended to offset shortened leg line.
- Fit forgiveness
- Crinkled polyester masks minor fit imperfections, forgiving size fluctuations.
- Crinkle performance
- Heat-set crinkle is permanent, handcrafted, and yields architectural volume.
- Care
- Dry-clean-only crinkle that hides packing creases and resists ironing.
- Fit and feel
- Lightweight and forgiving but non-stretch shell demands exact sizing.
- Atelier process
- Hand-cut, draped, and steamed in a Copenhagen demi-couture atelier.
- Fabric
- Proprietary hand-designed polyester shell with permanent heat-set crinkle that hides creases and holds shape.
- Design philosophy
- Combines structured crinkled shell with fluid lining, embodying 'everyday couture' philosophy.
- Craftsmanship
- Handcrafted in a Copenhagen demi-couture atelier using proprietary crinkled polyester.
- Layering
- Cropped layers or contrasting separates above the hip line preserve proportions.
- Footwear
- Heeled sandals or pointed-toe mules balance the drop-waist skirt’s visual weight.
- Accessories
- Statement earrings and vintage accessories balance the drop-waist silhouette and honor its 1920s roots.
- Design heritage
- Drop waist seam at hip elongates the torso, rooted in 1920s flapper rebellion and everyday couture contrasts.
- Material
- Shell is recycled polyester with a heat-set crinkle that is permanent and requires no ironing; lining is 53% cupro, 47% polyester.
Product record
- Title
- Cilia Crinkled Dress
- Brand
- Cecilie Bahnsen
- Price
- 1195 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Black tiered midi/maxi dress with short puff sleeves, round neckline, and visible gathered seams forming three distinct tiers down the skirt.
- SilhouetteFull-length tiered A-line silhouette with fitted upper bodice and a voluminous gathered skirt that ends above the ankles.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - NecklineClose-fitting round crew neckline with no visible collar or trim.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - SleevesShort puff sleeves with gathered volume at the shoulder and elastic or gathered hem at the sleeve opening.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.08 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high) - Bodice gatheringHorizontal gathered seam under the bust creating a slightly raised empire-like waist panel; fabric above seam is gently gathered toward the seam.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Tiered skirt constructionTwo additional horizontal gathered seams below the waist form three skirt tiers, each tier fuller than the one above.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.28 · w 0.68 · h 0.60 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth woven fabric with a soft low sheen and visible vertical drape lines where skirt falls; surface appears slightly crisp rather than knit.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.66 (medium) - Hem and lengthStraight hem falling to mid-calf, with slight movement creating gentle folds at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.78 · w 0.68 · h 0.18 (high) - Visible closures or fastenersNo zippers, buttons, or visible fasteners are apparent on the visible front of the dress.
- Partial occlusion by modelRight arm and hand of the model partially cover the right side of the skirt; left arm is relaxed at side exposing dress side seam.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the dress against a neutral light grey seamless background; silver metallic lace-up shoes and studio shadow visible on the floor.
- Model and poseFemale model standing facing slightly to viewer left with weight on one leg; head turned slightly right and right arm resting alongside body.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.96 (high) - Footwear propLow-top metallic silver lace-up sneakers visible on both feet, positioned on studio floor in front of dress hem.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.86 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingEven, diffused studio lighting on a plain light grey seamless background producing soft shadow on the floor to the right of the model.
- Image cropTop of the model's head is cropped out of frame; whole-body view from upper torso to shoes is visible.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
black· dress main body#0E0E0E- SilhouetteFull-length tiered A-line silhouette with fitted upper bodice and a voluminous gathered skirt that ends above the ankles.
- 02

Product
Rear view of a long black tiered dress on a model, showing back closure, puff sleeves, defined waist band, and gathered skirt tiers down to mid-calf.
- Overall silhouetteFull-length, A-line silhouette with a fitted bodice, defined wide waistband, and a voluminous gathered skirt falling to mid-calf, shown from the back on a standing model.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.64 · h 0.87 (high) - Back closure tieNarrow fabric tie at the center back neckline that fastens in a small bow, with short trailing ends down the upper back.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.03 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve styleShort puff sleeves with gathered volume and elasticized or gathered hem sitting above the upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.08 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.08 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Waistband detailWide, horizontal waistband at natural waist with visible seam lines and slight gathering of skirt below it.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.30 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Tiered skirt constructionTwo distinct gathered tiers below the waistband, each joined with visible horizontal seam and evenly distributed gathers creating fullness.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.40 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high) - Fabric surfaceSmooth, slightly lustrous woven fabric with soft sheen and minimal visible texture in this lighting.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.70 (medium) - Center back seamVertical center back seam running from neckline through waistband and down the skirt aligned with the back closure.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.02 · w 0.06 · h 0.80 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot on a neutral light gray background with the model standing and hands at sides; visible styling includes metallic sneakers. Even diffuse lighting with soft shadow on the floor to the right.
- Model and poseFemale model shown standing facing away from camera with head turned slightly to left, arms relaxed at sides, and feet shoulder-width apart.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.95 (high) - Styling prop - shoesMetallic silver low-top sneakers visible on the model's feet, touching the floor and partially cropped by image bottom edge.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.86 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.86 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and floorUniform light gray studio background with faint shadow cast to the right of the model on the floor.
- Lighting qualitySoft, even studio lighting producing minimal deep shadows and gentle highlights on the fabric's sheen.
Colors
deep black· dress body#0E0D0E- Overall silhouetteFull-length, A-line silhouette with a fitted bodice, defined wide waistband, and a voluminous gathered skirt falling to mid-calf, shown from the back on a standing model.
- 03

Product
Close-up of the dress bodice showing a round neckline, short puff sleeves, a fitted wide waist panel, and gathered skirt attachment in a dark smooth fabric with slight sheen.
- NecklineShallow round neckline finished with a narrow stitched binding that lies flat against the skin.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.03 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - SleevesShort puff sleeves with visible gathers at the shoulder and elasticated or stitched hem at the sleeve opening giving a rounded silhouette.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Upper bodice gatheringVertical soft gathers radiating down from the neckline to the waist seam, forming gentle folds in the fabric.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.28 (high) - Waist panelWide fitted waist panel with a smooth surface and a horizontal seam at its lower edge connecting to the gathered skirt; slight curved shaping at the upper seam.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.32 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high) - Skirt gatheringDense gathered attachment at the lower waist seam forming full vertical folds of the skirt fabric.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.50 · w 0.64 · h 0.46 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth woven fabric with a subtle sheen that reflects light, creating soft highlights and deeper shadowed folds.
- Visible seams and topstitchingVisible seam lines along the waist panel edges and topstitching at the sleeve hems and neckline.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (high) - Color of garmentGarment appears uniformly very dark, visually black in this image.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high)
Other
Studio-style close portrait crop showing the upper torso and partial face against a neutral light gray background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCropped mid-upper body shot showing from just above the chin to the upper skirt; model turned slightly to the viewer's left.
- BackgroundUniform pale gray background with no visible props or patterns.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model skin and poseLeft forearm and part of the face are visible; skin shows natural complexion and slight freckles on the arm.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.30 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused studio lighting producing gentle highlights on fabric folds and minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
deep black· main fabric#0E0D0E- NecklineShallow round neckline finished with a narrow stitched binding that lies flat against the skin.