Cecilie Bahnsen
Faye Midi Dress
The Faye Midi Dress is a sleeveless, unlined black dress made of 100% cotton poplin, with a rounded scoop neckline, a hidden side zip, wide shoulder straps, three adjustable gathered tiers tied with ribbon, and an A-line midi skirt; the size 6 measures 109 cm (43 in) from the top of the shoulder and the dress is made in Portugal. It is intended for wear as a midi-length dress. Product images also show a rectangular patch pocket on the left hip.
- Material
- 100% cotton poplin
- Gender
- female
- Style
- romantic, minimal, handmade, artisan
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Specifications
Sleek Cecilie Bahnsen midi dress in crisp cotton poplin, animated by gathers, pleats, ribbons, and feminine whimsy.
Crisp, light cotton poplin; unlined; hidden side zip; rounded neckline; layered design with three adjustable gathers on ribbons; midi length; made in Portugal.
- Material
- 100% cotton poplin
- Style
- romantic, minimal, handmade, artisan
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- crisp, light 100% cotton poplin
- unlined construction
- hidden side zip closure
- rounded neckline
- layered design with 3 adjustable gathers on ribbons
- midi length
- made in Portugal
- handcrafted in Europe using traditional practices
- sleek silhouette with gathers, pleats, and ribbons
- feminine whimsy characteristic of the Danish designer
- length 109 cm (43") from top of shoulder, size 6
Product Insights
Faye Midi Dress Body is crisp, light 100% cotton poplin; trim is 100% polyester. Three adjustable ribbon gathers act as drawstrings at the underbust, waist, and hips. Although unlined, the tight-weave black poplin is generally opaque; in strong backlight a faint silhouette may show, so nude or black underwear is advised. All sizes are priced at 1350 CAD with no larger-size upcharge.
Verified claims
- fit
- The 43-inch shoulder-to-hem length is measured on a size 6; a 177 cm model is shown wearing UK8.
- sizing
- The carried size range is 6–12; the brand's own chart extends to a UK 16 and another retailer lists a 14.
- construction
- Hidden side zip closure makes the dress easier to get into and can add ribcage or hip room.
- fit
- Three adjustable ribbon gathers act as drawstrings at the underbust, waist, and hips.
- material
- Body is crisp, light 100% cotton poplin; trim is 100% polyester.
- material_behavior
- The dense poplin weave gives a crisp hand that holds pleats and voluminous gathers.
- comfort
- Breathable cotton poplin with moisture absorption for comfortable wear.
- opacity
- Although unlined, the tight-weave black poplin is generally opaque; in strong backlight a faint silhouette may show, so nude or black underwear is advised.
- care
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, do not bleach, and do not tumble dry.
- care
- Iron on the cotton setting, with or without steam, to restore the crisp poplin finish.
- care
- Wash inside out to protect the polyester trim and re-tie ribbon gathers before laundering.
- durability
- Cotton poplin creases easily, may shrink in first washes, and black can fade gradually with repeated washing.
- durability
- Poplin may soften with repeated washing, though densely woven qualities can stay noticeably crisp.
- durability
- Woven poplin cut edges can fray, so finished seam allowances are a relevant durability detail.
- design
- Sleeveless with a rounded scoop neckline and wide tank-style straps, exposing the upper arm.
- design
- Three gathered tiers with decorative ribbon ties create a layered, romantic silhouette.
- design
- A rectangular patch pocket sits on the left hip.
- construction
- Made in Portugal as part of Cecilie Bahnsen's European handcrafted production.
- value
- All sizes are priced at 1350 CAD with no larger-size upcharge.
- tradeoff
- Unlined construction keeps the dress light and crisp but means no lining to smooth or add opacity.
- season
- Current Pre-Fall 2026 style.
Product record
- Title
- Faye Midi Dress
- Brand
- Cecilie Bahnsen
- Price
- 1350 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 12 sourcesUses
A lightweight piece for layering through changing seasons
Cecilie Bahnsen presents the Faye Midi Dress as a piece to layer or wear alone as the seasons shift. Made from a crisp, tightly woven poplin, it's lightweight by design—though this reflects the brand's stated intent for the dress rather than reported wearer experiences.[1]
A lightweight dress for wearing alone as seasons change
Made from a crisp, tightly woven poplin, this lightweight midi dress is designed to be worn on its own as the weather changes. That said, the wear-alone suggestion comes from the brand itself rather than from customer experiences, so keep that in mind when deciding how it fits your wardrobe.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Faye Midi Dress: Choose this if you want a sleeveless black midi dress in crisp, lightweight 100% cotton poplin with the brand's signature gathered ruching at the underbust, waist, and hips, three gathered tiers, decorative ribbon ties, and an A-line skirt with a patch pocket on the left hip. The brand presents it as a layerable piece to wear alone as seasons shift, and it comes in sizes 6 to 12. Note that the dress is unlined, and the hem is reported to fall to about mid-calf on the model rather than as a fixed measurement.[1,2,3,4] | Christy Poplin Dress: Choose this if you want a sleeveless designer midi in 100% cotton crinkling poplin, with a fitted ruched bodice across bust and waist, an elastic waist, and a full gathered A-line skirt that falls to mid-calf at a 52-inch (132 cm) length from the shoulder. It suits shoppers drawn to Cecilie Bahnsen's understated-yet-eccentric aesthetic, with a crew neckline, a tie-ribbon keyhole at the back of the neck, and visible side pockets in a dark solid shade shown as black or very dark navy. Note that no zipper or fastener is visible from the back, so check how it goes on if that matters to you.[5,6,7] | Aino Tiered Minidress: Choose this if you want a Cecilie Bahnsen sleeveless red minidress with an eclectic Scandinavian street-couture look, featuring a cropped, voluminous A-line shape built from four gathered tiers, an empire waist seam, and an adjustable drawstring collar at the wide scooped neckline. It is made of crisp, matte 100% polyamide faille in a straight fit that runs about 32.75 inches (83 cm) from the top of the shoulder, ending above the knee, and is imported from Latvia. Note the design offers minimal shoulder coverage, and sizing follows the European Union column of the size conversion table (listed in sizes 6 through 14).[8,9,10,11,12] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a sleeveless black midi dress with a scoop neckline, multiple gathered/shirred tiers and decorative ribbon ties; A-line skirt falling to about mid-calf on the model.
- Neckline and strapsWide scoop neckline with medium-width tank-style shoulder straps forming sleeveless armholes.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Bodice shirringUpper bodice shows horizontal gathered/shirred rows creating a slightly ruched texture under the bust.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Tiered gatheringThree distinct horizontal gathered tiers extend down the dress, each tier defined by a band of elastic-like shirring that creates fullness in the lower panels.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (high) - Decorative ribbon tiesFlat ribbon ties in the same dark color are attached at multiple tier seams and tied into simple bows or loose loops on the front and sides of the dress.
3 regions
x 0.41 · y 0.25 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.38 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (medium) - Skirt silhouette and hemA-line skirt panel with soft fullness and a slightly curved hem that falls to mid-calf on the model.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (high) - Fabric appearanceOpaque matte woven fabric with a smooth surface and subtle creasing where the skirt gathers.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Studio front-facing product shot on a white gradient background with a standing model cropped just above the mouth; metallic silver lace-up shoes visible; soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionModel stands facing forward in a centered full-body crop, image framed from just above the mouth to the feet.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingEven studio lighting on a clean white to light-gray gradient background with soft, minimal shadows beneath the feet.
- Visible footwearModel wears metallic silver low-profile lace-up shoes visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.85 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Model cropTop of model's head is cropped out of the image; face partially visible from below the nose.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
black· dress fabric and ribbons#0E0C12- Neckline and strapsWide scoop neckline with medium-width tank-style shoulder straps forming sleeveless armholes.
- 02
Product
Sleeveless black midi dress with scoop neckline, gathered tiers and tied ribbon details at the waist, A-line skirt falling to just below the knee and a rectangular patch pocket on the left hip.
- SilhouetteSleeveless A-line midi dress with a fitted, ruched bodice and a fuller skirt that falls to just below the model's knees.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - NecklineWide scoop neckline with relatively wide shoulder straps.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Bodice gatheringHorizontal gathered/ruched bands across the bodice at multiple levels creating a tiered, cinched effect.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high) - Waist ribbon tiesTwo visible flat ribbon ties fastened at the front waist area and one tied at the side, hanging as narrow loops and tails.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.24 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Patch pocketRectangular patch pocket on the left hip, top edge visible above the skirt seam.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.40 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (high) - Skirt fabric drapeSmooth, slightly structured skirt fabric with soft folds and light volume, plain surface without visible pattern.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.38 · w 0.64 · h 0.44 (high) - Visible seamsHorizontal seam lines where the bodice gathering meets the skirt creating distinct tiers.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.30 · w 0.50 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a white background showing a model wearing the dress in a three-quarter side stance; metallic silver sneakers visible; even diffuse lighting with soft shadow under feet.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to just below knees in a three-quarter side stance with left arm relaxed and right arm slightly back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundUniform white studio background with no visible props or set elements.
- Shoes (prop)Low-profile metallic silver lace-up sneakers worn by the model, visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.82 · w 0.60 · h 0.14 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven, diffuse lighting with a soft shadow cast beneath the model's feet and minimal specular highlights on the dress fabric.
Colors
matte black· main fabricdark charcoal· ribbon ties- SilhouetteSleeveless A-line midi dress with a fitted, ruched bodice and a fuller skirt that falls to just below the model's knees.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a sleeveless black midi dress with a round neckline and three horizontal gathered/shirred bands at the midsection leading to an A-line skirt that falls to mid-calf.
- Overall silhouetteSleeveless A-line midi dress shown from the rear, fitted through the bodice with increased fullness through the skirt that falls to about mid-calf.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.05 · w 0.76 · h 0.85 (high) - Neckline and armholesRound neckline at the back with wide sleeveless arm openings and clean finished edges.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.02 · w 0.52 · h 0.22 (high) - Shirred/gathered bandsThree distinct horizontal gathered/shirred elasticized bands across the back bodice and waist creating textured, ruched tiers.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.26 · w 0.50 · h 0.28 (high) - Skirt constructionBelow the gathered bands the skirt is smooth with vertical soft folds and moderate fullness; hem is a straight finished edge.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.44 · w 0.68 · h 0.40 (high) - Side seamVisible side seam on the left side of the garment (viewer right) running from underarm toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.60 (medium) - Fabric appearanceOpaque woven fabric with a matte finish and slight surface sheen in highlights; fabric shows small structured folds at gathers.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.72 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from the rear against a plain light background; model wears silver sneakers which are props; lighting is even with soft shadows on the floor.
- Shot compositionFull-body rear studio shot centered vertically with the product occupying the central column of the image.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray to white seamless background with even soft lighting and faint shadow on the floor beneath the model.
- Visible propModel is wearing metallic silver sneakers that are not part of the product being described.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.86 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
deep black· dress main body#0E0D12- Overall silhouetteSleeveless A-line midi dress shown from the rear, fitted through the bodice with increased fullness through the skirt that falls to about mid-calf.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Cecilie Bahnsen
CBFaye Dress