
Balmain
Long Draped Open-Back Dress
The Balmain Long Draped Open-Back Dress is a floor-length, long-sleeve maxi dress made in France from flowy, satiny viscose. It has a high draped collar that ties at the back, an open back, structured shoulders with epaulets, a fitted waist, a hidden side zip closure, and a ruffled side slit with a cord and gold chain pompon detail. The measured length is 165 cm (65 in) from the top of the shoulder on a size 44, and the product images show a dark brown colorway.
- Material
- Luxurious, flowy, and satiny viscose fabric
- Gender
- female
- Style
- formal, evening, glam, classic, tailored
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Specifications
Balmain maxi dress with a draped high collar, open back, and ruffled side slit in lustrous viscose.
Flowy satiny viscose fabric, draped high tie collar, open back, structured epaulet shoulders, hidden side zip, ruffled side slit with golden chain pompon cord, fitted waist, maxi length, made in France.
- Material
- Luxurious, flowy, and satiny viscose fabric
- Style
- formal, evening, glam, classic, tailored
- Occasion
- formal, party, wedding, date-night, holiday-party
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- luxurious flowy satiny viscose fabric
- draped high collar that ties up at the back
- open back design
- hidden side zip closure
- structured shoulders with epaulets
- long sleeves
- ruffled side slit
- fitted waist
- maxi length
- golden chain pompon cord detail at side slit
- sculptural silhouette
- rich drape with antique charm
- made in France
- length 165 cm (65 inches) from top of shoulder
- fitted style
Product Insights
Long Draped Open-Back Dress 3695 CAD French sizing 38-44; cut runs fitted and close 100% viscose in a satiny, fluid jersey Specialist cleaning only; iron with or without steam Deep cowl open back reveals skin by design
Verified claims
- fit_and_sizing
- French sizing 38-44; cut runs fitted and close
- fit_and_sizing
- Size up if between sizes or broad through the shoulder
- fit_and_sizing
- Size range stops at 44
- fit_and_sizing
- 165 cm length is measured on size 44 from shoulder
- variants
- Brown only; all four sizes in stock
- materials
- 100% viscose in a satiny, fluid jersey
- materials
- Viscose drapes beautifully but is sensitive when wet
- care_instructions
- Specialist cleaning only; iron with or without steam
- care_instructions
- Iron on reverse at medium heat to avoid shine
- construction
- High draped collar ties up at the back
- construction
- Deep cowl open back reveals skin by design
- construction
- Structured epaulet shoulders anchor the silhouette
- construction
- Hidden side zip closes the fitted waist
- construction
- Ruffled side slit with gold chain pompon cord
- styling
- Keep the draped neckline bare or use delicate jewelry
- styling
- Style around the open back as the focal point
- suitable_uses
- Evening and formal occasion maxi
- comfort
- Stretch helps, but check movement through slit and back
- durability
- Viscose needs careful handling to hold its shape
- value
- Made in France with Balmain's sculptural house codes
- materials
- Lined through the body; open areas are intentional reveals
Product record
- Title
- Long Draped Open-Back Dress
- Brand
- Balmain
- Price
- 3695 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Long Draped Open-Back Dress: Choose this if you want a fitted, floor-length viscose gown (100% viscose, made in France) with dramatic evening styling: a high draped cowl collar that ties at the back, structured shoulders with epaulets, long fitted sleeves, and a deep open back. It suits occasions where you want the retailer's described rich, satiny drape in glossy dark brown, a ruched side seam opening into a thigh-high slit trimmed with a gold chain pompon cord, and a hidden side zip. Note the maxi length measures 165 cm (about 65 inches) from the shoulder on the size 44 sample, and the back and slit are quite revealing, so it is best if you are comfortable with that exposure.[1,2,3] | Ruched Long Single-Strap Dress: Choose this for a glamorous, body-skimming maxi in teal with a single wide strap over the left shoulder, adjustable slanted ruching down the front, and a large thigh-high slit. It is cut from soft, stretch satiny jersey (95% viscose, 5% spandex) with a fitted, asymmetrical silhouette and a 150 cm (59 inches) shoulder-to-hem length. Sizing is limited to medium and large, so check the fixed measurements against your fit preferences.[4,5] | Short Dress With Fringes: Choose this if you want a form-fitting, sleeveless statement dress in black stretch ribbed knit with a high round neckline, crossover waist band, and long fringes that hang from the short skirt hem to below mid-calf. The openwork knit is intentionally revealing, with sheer slit lines showing skin beneath, which suits bold occasion wear but may not suit anyone wanting full coverage. It is made in France from 75% viscose and 25% polyamide, measures 51.25 inches (130 cm) from the top of the shoulder, and comes in sizes 36 to 42.[6,7,8] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Floor-length, long-sleeve draped gown with high neckline and asymmetrical gathered drape across the torso, made from a smooth, slightly shiny stretch fabric visible on the front of the garment.
- SilhouetteFloor-length, form-skimming gown with a long straight skirt that reaches the floor and pools slightly at the hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high) - Neckline and drapeHigh, draped neckline with loose folded fabric crossing the upper chest and creating soft asymmetric folds.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.03 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - SleevesLong fitted sleeves extending to the wrists with subtle horizontal ruching along the forearms.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.19 · w 0.21 · h 0.39 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.19 · w 0.17 · h 0.40 (high) - Waist and side gatheringAsymmetrical gathering and ruched folds converge at one side of the waist, producing diagonal drape lines across the front skirt.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly glossy knit or jersey that shows soft highlights on folds and drapes, suggesting a fluid, stretch fabric.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.44 · h 0.80 (high) - Visible accessories held by modelSmall soft-structured handbag held in the model's left hand and pointed-toe shoes visible at the hem, both visually separate from the dress.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.63 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.47 · y 0.89 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model against a neutral light gray gradient background, evenly lit from the front with soft shadowing under the hem; image cropped above the model's eyes and includes the full dress to the floor.
- Shot compositionCentered vertical crop showing the model from above the mouth to the floor; upper face partially cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray gradient background with soft, even front lighting that produces gentle highlights on the garment folds and a faint shadow beneath the hem.
- Model presenceLive model wearing the garment and holding a handbag; hands and part of the forearms are visible.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.17 (high) - Image crop limitationTop of the head and eyes are cropped out of the frame, limiting visibility of the full head.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.00 · w 0.50 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
dark brown· dress- SilhouetteFloor-length, form-skimming gown with a long straight skirt that reaches the floor and pools slightly at the hem.
- 02

Product
Floor-length, long-sleeve draped dress in a glossy dark brown fabric with a high cowl neck, side ruching that forms a high slit, and a visible gold-tone tassel drawstring at the slit.
- Overall silhouetteFloor-length body-skimming dress with long sleeves, a high cowl neckline, and a heavily draped front that tapers into a ruched side seam creating a thigh-high slit on the model's left leg.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.64 · h 0.90 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, satin-like fabric with a noticeable sheen that catches highlights along folds and drapes.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.58 · h 0.50 (medium) - Cowl necklineHigh, loose cowl neckline with multiple horizontal draped folds across the upper chest and shoulder area.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.05 · w 0.38 · h 0.18 (high) - Long sleeves and sleeve fitFitted long sleeves that extend to the wrist with slight extra length creating a slim, ruched look at the forearm.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.24 · w 0.34 · h 0.44 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.42 (high) - Side ruchingGathered ruched seam along the model's left hip down toward the thigh producing diagonal folds across the skirt.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.34 · w 0.26 · h 0.44 (high) - High slitThigh-high slit on the left side opening through the ruched area, showing the model's left leg.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.50 · w 0.20 · h 0.42 (high) - Gold tassel drawstringSmall gold-tone tassel or bead detail hanging near the top edge of the slit attached to a drawstring at the ruched seam.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.52 · w 0.04 · h 0.08 (medium) - Visible seams and hemLower hem pools slightly at the floor with visible vertical folds; seam lines follow the ruched construction.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.56 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio-lit product shot showing a model cropped from just below the nose to the floor against a plain light gray background. The model holds a small black handbag and wears black patent pointed-toe pumps.
- Handheld propSmall gathered black leather handbag with a short rounded handle held in the model's right hand.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.62 · w 0.12 · h 0.15 (high) - ShoesBlack patent pointed-toe high heel pumps visible on both feet, with the left foot stepping forward.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.84 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Framing and cropImage is vertically framed showing the model from just below the nose to the floor; the head is partially cropped and the left side of the body is centered.
- Background and lightingEven neutral light gray studio background with soft, diffused lighting and faint shadow beneath the model toward the bottom right.
Colors
deep chocolate brown· dress main fabricmetallic gold· gold tasselblack· handbagpatent black· pumps- Overall silhouetteFloor-length body-skimming dress with long sleeves, a high cowl neckline, and a heavily draped front that tapers into a ruched side seam creating a thigh-high slit on the model's left leg.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a floor-length, long-sleeve draped dress with a deep cowl open back and asymmetric ruching at the hip, made from a smooth, slightly shiny knit fabric.
- Back openingDeep cowl-style open back that forms a wide vertical oval from upper back down to the mid-back with fabric folding inward at the bottom of the opening.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.06 · w 0.24 · h 0.35 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong sleeves with a relaxed fit at the upper arm that taper to a closer fit at the forearm and wrist.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.45 (high) - Hip ruchingAsymmetric gathered draping/ruching at the right hip that creates diagonal folds running down the skirt.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.45 · w 0.30 · h 0.35 (high) - Skirt length and fallFloor-length skirt that drapes straight with soft folds pooling slightly at the hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.55 · w 0.60 · h 0.43 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, drapey fabric with a low sheen that shows soft highlights on folds, suggesting a fluid knit or silk-like material.
- Visible skin at backModel's bare upper and mid-back visible through the open back of the dress.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from behind holding a small black handbag; plain light gray background with soft shadowing under the model.
- Handbag propSmall black leather handbag held in the model's right hand, hanging near the hip with visible strap and gathered body.
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.65 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Neck detailSmall metallic clasp or necklace visible at the nape, above the dress opening.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.04 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium) - Background and lightingEven light gray studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and mild shadow under the model's feet.
Colors
deep brown· main body#3C2224- Back openingDeep cowl-style open back that forms a wide vertical oval from upper back down to the mid-back with fabric folding inward at the bottom of the opening.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Balmain
Long flowing jersey dress
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4715706 | Long Draped Open-Back Dress - Brown - 38 | CA$3,695.00 | Yes |
| 4715707 | Long Draped Open-Back Dress - Brown - 40 | CA$3,695.00 | Yes |
| 4715708 | Long Draped Open-Back Dress - Brown - 42 | CA$3,695.00 | Yes |
| 4715709 | Long Draped Open-Back Dress - Brown - 44 | CA$3,695.00 | Yes |