
Vivienne Westwood
Drunken Midi Shirtdress
This product is a Vivienne Westwood Drunken Midi Shirtdress, a women's shirt dress made from 100% cotton poplin, with a button-front placket, off-centre point collar, long button sleeves, belt loops, and an embroidered orb logo. It measures 43.50 inches (110.5 cm) from the shoulder, includes a chest pocket with multicolor embroidery and gathered waist detailing, and is manufactured in Italy.
- Color
- white
- Material
- 100% cotton poplin
- Gender
- female
- Style
- edgy, classic, vintage, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Size
Specifications
Ivory midi shirtdress with Vivienne Westwood's signature Drunken deconstruction, featuring off-centre collar and button front, crafted in Italy from pure cotton poplin.
Off-centre point collar, button sleeves, belt loops, embroidered orb logo, made in Italy, midi length
- Color
- white · white
- Material
- 100% cotton poplin
- Style
- edgy, classic, vintage, minimal
- Occasion
- casual, everyday, date-night
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- Poetic exploration of the dressy silhouette
- Pristine white cotton poplin
- Iconic 'Drunken' deconstruction from Vivienne Westwood archives
- Lines slip and twist with ironic intent
- Off-centre point collar
- Button front closure
- Button sleeves
- Belt loops
- Embroidered orb logo
- Made in Italy
- Midi length: 43.50 inches from shoulder
- Effortlessly undone structure
- Transforms classic shirt into a dress
Product Insights
The Drunken Midi Shirtdress by Vivienne Westwood delivers Italian-made precision tailoring rooted in archival punk heritage, with twisted seams and dropped shoulders that resolve into a comfortable fit when worn. Its unlined white cotton poplin is opaque and breathable for warm weather, while resisting wrinkles and holding shape. The dress offers versatile styling—wear loose, belted, or layered, with an off-centre collar that anchors accessories and a subtle multicolor orb logo merging punk and monarchy iconography. However, its structure requires dry cleaning, and availability is limited to only two sizes (42, 44), presenting a tradeoff between craftsmanship and accessibility.
Verified claims
- Silhouette
- Twisted seams and dropped shoulders resolve into a comfortable fit when worn.
- Opacity
- The unlined white cotton poplin is opaque enough without a slip.
- Breathability
- Breathable for warm weather, despite the dense weave.
- Care
- Dry cleaning recommended to preserve structure.
- Versatile styling
- Wear loose, belted, layered; swap sandals and boots for day to night; or style with hat and clogs for a vintage look.
- Accessory anchoring
- Off-centre collar anchors a necklace or scarf; subtle orb logo suits multiple contexts.
- Material
- Cotton poplin resists wrinkles, is opaque without a slip, and holds its shape under layers.
- Fit
- Dropped shoulders and Drunken tailoring create a relaxed fit that resolves when worn, with belt loops and a shirttail hem for movement.
- Orb embroidery
- Multicolor orb logo on chest pocket merges punk rebellion and British monarchy iconography.
- Craftsmanship
- Italian construction supports longevity of the dress's complex deconstructed seams.
- Tailoring precision
- Twisted seams align when worn, confirming Italian precision.
- Price context
- At $1,195, the dress is priced for Italian-made precision tailoring.
- Heritage
- Archival Drunken tailoring from the 1983–84 Witches collection, rooted in punk.
- Versatility
- Buttons all the way down for layering as a duster, with belt loops and off-centre collar for styling.
- Exclusivity
- Only two sizes offered (42, 44), limiting availability.
Product record
- Title
- Drunken Midi Shirtdress
- Brand
- Vivienne Westwood
- Price
- 1195 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a white long-sleeve button-up shirtdress on a model, with a straight button placket, long cuffs, a chest patch pocket with a small multicolor embroidered emblem, gathered waist detail, and a rounded midi hem.
- Silhouette and viewFront-facing view of a midi-length shirt dress worn by a model, ending just below the knees with a gently rounded hem and a center-front button closure.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.06 · w 0.70 · h 0.70 (high) - Fabric and finishSmooth, lightweight woven fabric with a matte finish and visible soft creasing at the waist and skirt panels.
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x 0.20 · y 0.14 · w 0.60 · h 0.52 (high) - Button placketVertical center-front placket with single-row round gold-tone buttons spaced down the front.
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x 0.45 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.56 (high) - CuffsLong shirt cuffs with a wide rectangular cuff and a visible gold-tone button on each cuff.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Chest pocket and emblemSingle patch pocket on the left chest (wearer's left) with a small multicolor embroidered emblem positioned above the pocket.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.12 · w 0.08 · h 0.07 (medium) - Waist shapingSubtle gathered shaping at the waist created by small tucks or elasticized panels on both sides, producing slight blousing above the skirt.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.32 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Neckline detailClassic pointed shirt collar with the collar stand visible and a small triangular neck opening at the top of the placket.
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x 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from just below the chin to the feet against a smooth light-gray backdrop; even soft lighting with minimal shadows and a small floor shadow beneath the model.
- Shot compositionCentered full-body portrait crop of a standing model showing the garment on the body from neck to feet.
- Background and lightingUniform light-gray studio background with soft diffuse lighting and a faint shadow cast on the floor beneath the model.
- Footwear presentModel is wearing black textured slingback high-heeled shoes visible at the bottom of the frame; shoes are not part of the product item but are visible in the image.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.76 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Model croppingUppermost part of the model's head is cropped out of the frame (chin and lower face visible).
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.08 (high)
Colors
bright white· dress body#F2F1FAwarm gold· buttons and cuff buttonsdeep blue· embroidered emblem - blue elementbright red· embroidered emblem - red elementgolden yellow· embroidered emblem - yellow element#B6B1B7- Silhouette and viewFront-facing view of a midi-length shirt dress worn by a model, ending just below the knees with a gently rounded hem and a center-front button closure.
- 02

Product
White long-sleeve button-front shirtdress on a model with gold-tone buttons, a chest patch pocket with a small embroidered multicolor logo, a narrow scarf-like collar detail, waist tab belt loops, and sleeve cutouts above the cuffs.
- Overall silhouette visibleLong-sleeve, button-front shirtdress shown on a model from mid-thigh to just above the head; relaxed fit through torso with defined waist created by fabric tabs and slight gathered shaping below waist.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.88 (high) - Material and finishSmooth matte white woven fabric with crisp appearance consistent with lightweight cotton or cotton-blend poplin.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (medium) - Front button placketCentered vertical button placket with visible gold-tone round buttons spaced down the front; placket stitched and folded so buttons sit on exposed strip.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.67 (high) - Chest patch pocket and logoSingle patch pocket on the left chest with a small embroidered multicolor orb-like logo near the upper outer edge of the pocket.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.16 · w 0.13 · h 0.11 (high) - Collar and scarf detailClassic point collar with an attached narrow scarf-like extension threaded under the collar and falling across the throat; collar fastened with a small visible gold snap at the neck.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Waist tabs and shapingHorizontal fabric tabs at the waist on both sides appear to form belt loops or decorative tabs, creating slight gathered pleating below the waist seam.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.46 · w 0.42 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve cutouts and cuffsSleeves have elongated oval cutouts above the wide cuffs; cuffs are finished with matching gold-tone buttons.
2 regions
x 0.67 · y 0.52 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.58 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (medium) - Visible stitching and seam linesTopstitching visible along pocket edges, placket, shoulder seams, and sleeve cuffs; vertical seam lines define the front panel shaping.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.14 · w 0.52 · h 0.72 (high) - Model hands and pocketsModel's right hand partially in a side seam or pocket area and left hand relaxed at side; hand visible at lower left of frame with dark skin tone contrasting the white fabric.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a cropped three-quarter view of the model wearing the garment against a neutral light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCropped three-quarter portrait framing from mid-thigh to just above the head, garment centered and model slightly turned to the right of frame.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 0.98 (high) - Background and lightingEven diffuse studio lighting on a uniform light gray background producing soft, minimal shadows and neutral color rendering.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear focus on garment details and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
bright white· main fabricwarm gold· buttons and snapsmulticolor embroidery· embroidered chest logo#B3ACB5- Overall silhouette visibleLong-sleeve, button-front shirtdress shown on a model from mid-thigh to just above the head; relaxed fit through torso with defined waist created by fabric tabs and slight gathered shaping below waist.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a white shirtdress on a model showing a cropped shirt-style upper layer, long sleeves with wide cuffs, and a curved midi hem that is higher at the sides.
- Overall silhouetteRear view of a dress combining a cropped shirt-like upper back panel over a fitted skirt section that falls to a midi length with a curved hem higher at the side seams.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.72 · h 0.84 (high) - Upper back yoke and collarVisible shirt collar and horizontal back yoke across the shoulders; upper back panel is boxy and cropped ending near the waist.
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x 0.22 · y 0.03 · w 0.56 · h 0.22 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsLong set-in sleeves with pronounced wide single-button cuffs extending past the wrist and folded slightly; sleeves made from same white woven fabric as body.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.25 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.40 (high) - Waist seam and skirt panelA seam or overlap at the waist where the cropped upper panel meets a smoother skirt panel; skirt appears more fitted through the hips with faint vertical shaping lines.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.32 · w 0.40 · h 0.34 (high) - Hem shapeRounded hem at center back with higher curved cutouts at both side seams revealing part of the back of the thighs.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.62 · w 0.52 · h 0.28 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, woven white fabric with a crisp finish showing soft folds and light reflections; no visible pattern or texture beyond weave.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.78 (high) - Visible stitchingSingle-needle seam lines visible along the back yoke and side seams and a topstitched cuff edge.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.16 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (medium) - Model skin visible at hemBare lower legs and calves visible below the hem at center and sides, revealing the dress length on the model.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.66 · w 0.24 · h 0.34 (high) - Hand placementModel's left hand rests alongside the left thigh with fingers relaxed and visible against the dress fabric.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot composition on a neutral light-gray background showing the model from upper neck to shoes with even studio lighting and minimal shadow.
- Shot compositionFull-body rear studio shot cropped with the top of the model's head partially out of frame and feet fully visible; subject centered horizontally.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light-gray seamless background with soft, even lighting that produces faint shadows beneath the shoes.
- Model hair and partial headBraided hair pulled back visible at upper right; top of head and ear partially cropped from the frame.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high) - Footwear as propBlack slingback high-heeled shoes worn by the model visible at the bottom of the frame; shoes show a pointed toe and a kitten-heel silhouette.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.80 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.80 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear detail and minimal noise.
Colors
bright white· dress bodyblack· shoes- Overall silhouetteRear view of a dress combining a cropped shirt-like upper back panel over a fitted skirt section that falls to a midi length with a curved hem higher at the side seams.