Ami
Contrasting Seams Black Dress
CA$199.95CAD
Out of Stock
This sleeveless, fitted black midi dress from Ami features contrasting white topstitching that outlines vertical panel seams and a flared ruffle hem, with a round crew neckline. It is made from dense, stretchy, flowy modal fabric and is designed to hug the body before flaring at the hem. The dress is made in Portugal and measures 43 inches (109 cm) in length from the top of the shoulder.
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Modal
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, slim-fit, minimal, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Specifications
A fitted dress crafted from flowy modal fabric with contrasting seams that create verticality and a flared hem.
Contrasting seam detailing; flared hem; stretch modal fabric; fitted silhouette.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Modal
- Style
- casual, slim-fit, minimal, smart-casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- Flowy fabric with luxurious drape
- Contrasting seams accentuate verticality
- Low-key silhouette that hugs the body and flares at the hem
- Dense, stretch, and flowy modal fabric
- Fitted style
- Made in Portugal
- Length 43 inches from shoulder
- Parisian casual-chic aesthetic
- Sleek silhouette with casual elegance
Product Insights
The Ami Contrasting Seams Black Dress is a modal-blend piece (67% modal, 23% polyamide, 10% elastane) with Italian-trained stitch density and Portuguese manufacturing, ensuring durability, shape retention, and a refined finish. Its vertical contrast seams optically elongate the figure and structure the silhouette, but demand precision in wear. The fabric is REACH-compliant, machine washable, resists pilling and fading, and stays jet black after 30 washes, while modal's finer fibers provide soft, breathable comfort with superior moisture absorption. This dress embodies Ami's casual-chic Parisian ethos and, at $299.95 CAD (75% off $1,190), offers an exceptional entry-level price for the brand, though currently out of stock.
Verified claims
- Material
- 67% modal, 23% polyamide, 10% elastane; EU REACH compliant for skin safety.
- Comfort
- Modal fibers are roughly 50% finer than standard cotton and absorb roughly 50% more moisture, yielding soft, breathable comfort against the skin.
- Durability and care
- Machine washable; resists pilling, fading, and shrinkage; holds shape after washing.
- Fit
- Stretch modal and reinforced seams give a flexible, shape-retaining fit.
- Seam reinforcement
- Topstitching reinforces seams, controls stretch, keeps seams flat.
- Silhouette structure
- Contrast seams structure the silhouette and demand precision.
- Construction quality
- Portuguese manufacturing with Italian-trained garment workers gives the dress seam construction and finish likely on par with premium Italian houses.
- Optical elongation
- Vertical contrast seams make the wearer appear taller and slimmer.
- Tailoring
- White contrast seams elongate the figure, and the Portuguese production supports precise tailoring.
- Craftsmanship
- Italian-trained stitch density keeps modal dress silhouette crisp.
- Prestige
- Made in Portugal signals ethical, technically perfect manufacturing, rare under $300.
- Chemical safety
- Because the dress is manufactured in Portugal, the factory must comply with EU REACH regulations restricting hazardous substances, so the modal fabric should avoid contact-irritating chemicals.
- Design philosophy
- Contrasting seams express Ami's casual-chic Parisian design philosophy.
- Value profile
- On sale for $299.95 CAD (75% off $1,190), a rare entry-level price for Ami.
- Seam construction
- The dress's seams are reinforced and likely sewn to Italian-level precision.
- Care instructions
- Machine wash on a cold, gentle cycle and air dry or use a cool tumble dryer; follow the garment care label.
- Fabric
- Modal fabric resists pilling, wicks moisture better than cotton, and has been shown to stay jet black after 30 wash cycles in testing.
- Flared hem fit
- The dress has a fitted bodice that hugs the body and a hem that flares out, creating a flowy skirt effect.
- Length and hemming
- At 43 inches shoulder-to-hem, the dress is cut shorter than many designer modal midis, making it an ideal unhemmed length for wearers under 5 feet 7 inches.
Product record
- Title
- Contrasting Seams Black Dress
- Brand
- Ami
- Price
- 1190 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Contrasting Seams Black Dress: Choose this if you want a sleeveless black midi with a graphic edge: vertical white topstitch seams run down the front and back, outlining a fitted bodice and waist that flares into a paneled ruffle hem with a contrasting stitched border. The dense, stretchy modal blend (67% modal, 23% polyamide, 10% elastane) is described by the merchant as flowy with a luxurious drape, and the dress measures 43 inches (109 centimeters) from the top of the shoulder in sizes X-SMALL through LARGE. Note it has a fitted, body-hugging style through the bust and waist, so it suits shoppers who prefer a close fit rather than a loose cut.[1,2,3,4] | Lightweight Crepe Tiered Dress: Choose this if you want a lightweight, flowy maxi dress in a silk-blend crepe (76% acetate, 24% silk) with a romantic, ruffled character: it is sleeveless and black, with cascading tiers, softly curved hems, an asymmetric layered hemline, a round neckline and a buttoned keyhole slit at the back of the neck. It has a straight fit and measures 52 inches (132 cm) from the top of the shoulder, though on the model it falls to mid-calf, and the retailer advises using the France column of the size conversion table to find your size.[5,6,7] | Embossed Logo Shirtdress: Choose this if you want a minimalist, unisex shirtdress in soft, crisp 100% cotton poplin with a loose, wide fit and a full-length button front in mother-of-pearl buttons. It offers a point collar, buttoned barrel cuffs, a chest patch pocket with the brand's tonal stitched logo, and a curved hem that falls slightly longer at the back, at about 41 inches (104 cm) from the shoulder. It comes in a solid light blue in sizes X-Small through Large, and the loose silhouette can be styled with a belt for a more defined shape if you prefer.[8,9,10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Sleeveless black midi dress with visible contrasting white topstitch seams running vertically and a fitted bodice that ends in a flared ruffle hem; crew neckline and sleeveless armholes are visible on the front-facing model.
- SilhouetteFront-facing fitted midi dress silhouette that narrows through the waist and hips then flares into a gathered ruffle hem.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.68 · h 0.84 (high) - NecklineRound crew neckline finished with visible edge and contrasting topstitching.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.05 · w 0.30 · h 0.11 (high) - ArmholesSleeveless cut with narrow shoulder coverage and finished armhole edges visible on both sides.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Vertical panel seamsMultiple vertical contrasting seams/topstitch lines in white that run from shoulder/neckline down through the body to the ruffle hem, visually dividing the dress into vertical panels.
3 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.06 · w 0.02 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.02 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.67 · y 0.10 · w 0.02 · h 0.60 (high) - Horizontal seam at skirt joinContrasting horizontal topstitch seam encircling the dress where the fitted skirt meets the flared ruffle.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.04 (high) - Ruffle hem detailFlared ruffle panel with visible seam lines and a slightly wavy lower edge edged with contrasting stitch.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.60 · h 0.25 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte fabric appearance with fine visible stitch lines; no obvious surface texture like knit loops or sheen is present.Uncertain
- Visible hardware or closuresNo zippers, buttons, snaps, or external fasteners visible on the front side of the dress.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.68 · h 0.84 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the dress on a plain light gray background with soft studio lighting and a subtle shadow on the floor to the right of the model.
- Model and poseFull-body front view of a standing model with arms relaxed by her sides and legs visible; head partially cropped at top.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven light gray seamless studio background with no props or visible distractions.
- Floor shadowSoft shadow on the floor to the model's right side extending toward the lower right corner of the image.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.82 · w 0.30 · h 0.15 (medium) - Shoes visiblePointed-toe black heels visible on the model; appear glossy compared with the dress fabric.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.80 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
Colors
black· main body and ruffle#0D0D0Ewhite· contrasting topstitch seams- SilhouetteFront-facing fitted midi dress silhouette that narrows through the waist and hips then flares into a gathered ruffle hem.
- 02
Product
Sleeveless black fitted dress shown on a model; visible are a round neckline, sleeveless armholes, and contrasting white double topstitch vertical seams including a center front seam and side panel seams.
- NecklineRound crew neckline finished with visible white topstitching along the edge.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.03 · w 0.54 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeveless armholeSleeveless cut with piped armhole edge showing white topstitching around the arm opening on the visible side.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.06 · w 0.33 · h 0.34 (high) - Center front seamsPair of parallel vertical white topstitch lines running down the center front; lines are evenly spaced and stitched on black fabric.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.14 · w 0.14 · h 0.78 (high) - Side panel seamsVertical twin white topstitch lines define the side panel, curving slightly near the bust to form a princess-seam effect.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.14 · w 0.22 · h 0.78 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, solid black fabric with a matte finish and minimal visible texture in this lighting.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.62 · h 0.84 (high) - Fit and silhouette (visible portion)Close-fitting silhouette across the bust and waist on the visible front-right side of the dress.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a cropped model from chin to mid-thigh against a neutral light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadow.
- Model crop and poseImage shows a partial model view from the chin down to mid-thigh with the right arm bent behind the back and left arm out of frame; head partly visible but eyes out of frame.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.72 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless background with soft, even studio lighting that produces very faint shadows and minimal reflections.
- Image cropRight edge of dress and model's right forearm extend close to the image edge; lower hem of dress is cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.58 · w 0.56 · h 0.42 (high)
Colors
black· main fabric#0D0D0Ewhite· stitching and seam trim- NecklineRound crew neckline finished with visible white topstitching along the edge.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a sleeveless black midi dress on a model with high-contrast white topstitching forming vertical panel lines and a horizontal seam above a flared ruffle hem.
- SilhouetteSleeveless, form-fitting bodice through the waist with a skirt that transitions to a flared ruffle hem at mid-calf length, shown from the back on a standing model.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.05 · w 0.52 · h 0.80 (high) - Neckline and armholesRound neckline at the back with sleeveless armhole openings; neckline and armhole edges are finished and outlined by contrast stitching.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Panel seam linesMultiple vertical seam lines run down the back: a central vertical seam and two additional vertical panel seams slightly off-center on each side; seams are accentuated by contrasting light-colored topstitching.
3 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.02 · w 0.06 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.32 · y 0.16 · w 0.06 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.60 (high) - Horizontal seam and ruffleA horizontal seam encircles the skirt where the flared ruffle attaches; the ruffle is paneled and each panel edge is highlighted by the same contrasting topstitching, producing a small mermaid-style flare.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.56 · w 0.46 · h 0.28 (high) - Fabric appearanceMain fabric appears smooth and matte with slight structure; surface shows no visible pattern apart from seams and stitching.
- Stitch detailTopstitching is light-colored and consists of closely spaced parallel stitch rows visible along vertical and horizontal seams as decorative accents.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.02 · w 0.12 · h 0.70 (high) - Hem finishLower edge of the ruffle hem is finished with the same contrasting stitch line visible as a narrow light border around the hem.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.76 · w 0.48 · h 0.14 (high) - Partial occlusionRight side of the dress near the model's right arm is slightly occluded by the arm and hand, affecting visibility of the panel seam there.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.22 · w 0.14 · h 0.34 (high)
Other
Studio rear-three-quarter shot of a model wearing the dress on a neutral light gray seamless background; low shadow on the floor; black low-heeled shoes worn by the model; image is well-lit and centered on the product.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio shot framed to show the model from head to just below the calves, centered in the image with even negative space left and right.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundSmooth neutral light gray background with a soft shadow cast on the lower right side of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.72 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (high) - Prop - footwearModel is wearing black low-heeled pointed-toe shoes that are visible at the bottom of the image.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.84 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - Model postureModel stands with weight shifted to one leg producing a subtle hip curve; left arm relaxed by the side and right arm slightly bent with hand near hip.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.58 (high)
Colors
deep black· main fabric#0D0D0Ebright white stitching· topstitching- SilhouetteSleeveless, form-fitting bodice through the waist with a skirt that transitions to a flared ruffle hem at mid-calf length, shown from the back on a standing model.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Ami
Black Jersey Sleeveless Fitted Long Dress
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4531191 | Contrasting Seams Black Dress - X-Small | CA$299.95CA$1,190.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4531192 | Contrasting Seams Black Dress - Small | CA$299.95CA$1,190.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4531193 | Contrasting Seams Black Dress - Medium | CA$299.95CA$1,190.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4531194 | Contrasting Seams Black Dress - Large | CA$299.95CA$1,190.00 | Out of Stock |