Knotted Waist Silk Dress

JW Anderson black maxi dress in luxurious 100% silk with a scoop neck, twisted straps, and a broad central knot at the pelvis.

Scoop neckline, twisted shoulder straps, broad central knot at the pelvis, flowy slightly form-fitting silhouette, maxi length, 100% silk, made in Portugal.

Color

black · black

Material

100% silk

Style

artsy, experimental, editorial, modern, playful, whimsical

Occasion

party, vacation, date-night, formal

Gender

female

Age Group

adult

Condition

new

Category

Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses

01

Product

Front view of a sleeveless black maxi dress with a scooped neckline, narrow shoulder straps, gathered waist converted into a knotted drape that falls down the front, and a long flowing skirt with subtle sheen and vertical texture.

• Neckline and strapsScoop neckline with narrow shoulder straps continuing from the bodice edges; straps sit on the model's shoulders and are the same material and color as the bodice.
  1 region

  x 0.26 · y 0.05 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high)
• Bodice finishFitted upper bodice with a slightly glossy, smooth finish and faint vertical ribbed texture visible from chest down to the gathered waist.
  1 region

  x 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.65 · h 0.35 (high)
• Waist gathering and knotWaist is gathered into a central knotted tie that creates layered draped folds cascading down the front center of the skirt; knot area has pronounced folds and visible tension points where fabric is cinched.
  1 region

  x 0.28 · y 0.38 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high)
• Front drapeLong vertical drape panels extend from the knot to the hem, creating asymmetrical layered front folds that open slightly to reveal inner skirt layers near the hem.
  1 region

  x 0.22 · y 0.50 · w 0.56 · h 0.45 (high)
• Skirt hemlineMaxi-length skirt with a subtly irregular hem that is slightly higher at center front and longer at the sides, finished with a narrow turned hem.
  1 region

  x 0.20 · y 0.82 · w 0.60 · h 0.16 (high)
• Side openings at hipVisual indication of side openings or insets at hip level where the model's hands rest, creating relaxed side drape; edges of these openings are visible as folded fabric panels.
  2 regions

  x 0.16 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.64 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium)
• Fabric sheen and textureFabric shows a low to medium sheen with visible vertical linear texture in reflected light, consistent across bodice and skirt.
  1 region

  x 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.64 · h 0.80 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a model wearing the dress against a plain light background. Soft even lighting with minimal shadowing and the model cropped at the head and lower legs; visible prop shoes.

• Model and poseFemale model shown standing with hands placed near hips (partially in side openings), weight shifted to one leg producing slight asymmetry in the dress drape.
  1 region

  x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 1.00 (medium)
• Background and lightingPlain light gray to off-white seamless background with even studio lighting that produces soft diffuse shadows beneath the hem and shoes.
• Shoes as propModel wears open-toe heeled sandals in a contrasting color visible at the bottom of the frame; shoes are staging elements, not part of the product.
  1 region

  x 0.32 · y 0.86 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high)
• Image cropTop of the model's head is cropped out of the frame and lower calves are partially shown; full garment length is visible to near the ankles.

Colors

deep black· dress main fabric

02

Product

Sleeveless black dress in a soft shiny fabric with a scooped neckline, narrow shoulder straps, a gathered/knotted waist seam and pronounced draped folds below the knot.

• Neckline shapeWide scooped neckline with a smooth curved edge sitting below the collarbone.
  1 region

  x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.62 · h 0.22 (high)
• Shoulder strapsTwo narrow shoulder straps made from the same black fabric, one visible on each shoulder; straps are roughly uniform width and sit flat against the skin.
  2 regions

  x 0.10 · y 0.06 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high)
• Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly glossy woven fabric with faint vertical striations or ribbed texture that catch highlights and create a sheen.
  1 region

  x 0.10 · y 0.20 · w 0.80 · h 0.72 (high)
• Gathered waist seamHorizontal gathered seam at the waist that pulls fabric inward and creates tight vertical gathers above the seam.
  1 region

  x 0.20 · y 0.50 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)
• Knotted/draped lower detailBelow the gathered seam a knotted or tucked construction produces voluminous asymmetric draped folds that fall downward in rounded, sculpted waves.
  1 region

  x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high)
• Side seam exposureRight side of the dress (viewer left) shows a deep armhole cut and visible side seam contour, with fabric pulled slightly inward toward the waist knot.
  1 region

  x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.40 (medium)

Other

Cropped studio product shot showing a model from the neck to upper thighs against a neutral white background with soft even lighting.

• Model cropImage is cropped at the model's chin and mid-thigh so the face is partially visible but not fully shown; both arms are visible with hands placed behind the back.
  1 region

  x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
• Background and lightingSmooth neutral white background with soft, even studio lighting that produces mild diffuse shadows and subtle highlights on the fabric.
• Image compositionCentered composition with the garment occupying the central vertical axis; no visible props or packaging elements.

Colors

black· main fabric

03

Product

Rear view of a floor-length black silk dress with a deep V back, thin shoulder straps, smooth drape and subtle sheen; center-back seam and soft flared hem are visible.

• View and silhouetteRear-facing full-length dress shown on a model, falling to the floor with a straight-to-slightly-flared hem and long vertical silhouette.
  1 region

  x 0.18 · y 0.04 · w 0.64 · h 0.94 (high)
• Back necklineDeep V-shaped back opening that reaches below the shoulder blades.
  1 region

  x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.22 (high)
• StrapsThin shoulder straps, appearing to be narrow fabric strips, connecting at the top of the V back.
  1 region

  x 0.33 · y 0.03 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high)
• Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight fabric with a subtle vertical texture and a soft sheen characteristic of silk or satin; fabric drapes and shows gentle highlights along curved surfaces.
  1 region

  x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.70 (high)
• Seam detailVisible center-back seam running from the V neckline down through the skirt; appears as a subtle vertical line.
  1 region

  x 0.45 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.74 (high)
• Hem and drapeHem is slightly curved and fluid with a soft flare at the bottom, creating a small break over the model's shoes.
  1 region

  x 0.24 · y 0.78 · w 0.52 · h 0.20 (high)
• Hand placement and fitDress fits close at the upper back and loosens through the hip and leg; model's hands rest alongside the hips, partially covering side seams.
  1 region

  x 0.22 · y 0.36 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high)

Other

Studio product shot with a neutral light gray background showing the model from the rear; even soft lighting with minimal shadows; model wearing heels that are partially visible.

• BackgroundEven, light gray seamless background with no visible props or text.
• Model and poseFemale model posed standing with body turned slightly to the right from camera view, head turned to the right, showing the dress rear and some side profile.
  1 region

  x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.96 (high)
• Shoes visibleHeeled sandals visible at the bottom of the frame beneath the dress; straps in a contrasting color and block heels are partially visible.
  1 region

  x 0.40 · y 0.88 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high)
• LightingSoft, diffused studio lighting producing subtle specular highlights on the dress fabric and gentle shadows around folds.

Colors

black· main body#0E0C12