
Self-Portrait
Checkered Frayed Faux-Tweed Mini-Dress
The Self-Portrait checkered frayed faux-tweed mini-dress is a fitted, above-the-knee dress made from a heavyweight stretch cotton-blend knit in a red, blue, white, and black checkered weave. It features a V-neck with three crystal-inlaid jewel buttons, short sleeves, four snap-button patch pockets, shoulder pads, and frayed trim at the neckline, cuffs, and hem. Measured length is 78 cm (30.75 in) from the top of the shoulder on a size small.
- Color
- Red and blue
- Material
- Stretch cotton-blend knit
- Gender
- female
- Style
- party, evening, cocktail, trendy, glam, tailored, modern, contemporary
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Specifications
Fitted mini dress in a heavyweight tweed-like stretch cotton knit with a red-and-blue checkered weave, jewel buttons, patch pockets and a frayed hem.
Fitted design, V-neck with three buttons, structured shoulder pads, four snap-button patch pockets, frayed hem and above-the-knee length.
- Color
- Red and blue
- Material
- Stretch cotton-blend knit
- Style
- party, evening, cocktail, trendy, glam, tailored, modern, contemporary
- Occasion
- party, formal, date-night, holiday-party
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- heavyweight tweed-like knit
- stretch cotton-blend knit
- cinched waist
- fitted design
- V-neck with three buttons
- structured shoulder pads
- four snap-button patch pockets
- frayed hem
- above-the-knee length
- textured checkered weave in red and blue
- crystal-inlaid jewel buttons
- modern frayed trim
- length 78 cm from shoulder in size Small
Product Insights
Cut true to size with some give from the stretch knit; size up only if between sizes or wanting a less body-skimming fit. 78 cm / 30.75" from the top of the shoulder, measured on a SMALL, hitting above the knee. Heavyweight tweed-like knit that holds structure and wears best in spring/fall and cool evenings. Dry clean only: do not wash, bleach, tumble dry, iron or press. Fitted, cinched-waist silhouette with a defined waist seam, straight skirt and back seaming for shaping. 645 CAD is flat across XS through L, with no larger-size surcharge and no markdown on the ends of the run.
Verified claims
- fit_and_sizing
- Cut true to size with some give from the stretch knit; size up only if between sizes or wanting a less body-skimming fit.
- length
- 78 cm / 30.75" from the top of the shoulder, measured on a SMALL, hitting above the knee.
- size_range
- Offered in X-SMALL through LARGE, with both ends of the run stocked.
- colourway
- One colourway only: the red-and-blue check.
- materials
- Main fabric: 80% cotton, 12% wool, 8% polyester; trim: 87% cotton, 13% wool.
- weight
- Heavyweight tweed-like knit that holds structure and wears best in spring/fall and cool evenings.
- opacity
- Heavyweight knit reads opaque on its own; no separate lining or slip required.
- pattern
- Dense small-scale check woven from red, white, black and pale-blue threads with a nubby faux-tweed surface.
- trim
- Frayed fringe trim finishes the neckline, sleeve cuffs, pocket edges and hem.
- buttons
- Round gold-tone buttons with crystal-inlaid settings and red centres.
- shoulder_pads
- Removable shoulder pads: leave them in for a sculpted, cinched look or take them out for a softer shoulder.
- neckline
- V-neck with a working three-button partial placket, so you can open it for a deeper V or close it up.
- pockets
- Four snap-button patch pockets are described as functional, though product imagery shows hip-level flaps; they hold small items cleanly, while a phone will print through the fitted silhouette.
- silhouette
- Fitted, cinched-waist silhouette with a defined waist seam, straight skirt and back seaming for shaping.
- care_instructions
- Dry clean only: do not wash, bleach, tumble dry, iron or press.
- durability
- Frayed trim and crystal button settings are the two areas most sensitive to wear and cleaning.
- styling
- Brand positions it for work events and cocktail parties, with flats or heels.
- brand_context
- Self-Portrait is a London label founded in 2013 by Han Chong, known for technical and romantic materials with a modern couture sensibility.
- value
- 645 CAD is flat across XS through L, with no larger-size surcharge and no markdown on the ends of the run.
- season
- Best for spring/fall, cool evenings and air-conditioned offices rather than peak summer heat.
Product record
- Title
- Checkered Frayed Faux-Tweed Mini-Dress
- Brand
- Self-Portrait
- Price
- 645 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a short, fitted checkered tweed mini dress with short sleeves, frayed trim at collar, sleeves and hem, a fitted waist seam, decorative flap pockets at the hips, and a row of round front buttons.
- SilhouetteFitted mini-dress ending above mid-thigh with a defined waist seam and a straight skirt
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Fabric patternDense small-scale checkered woven tweed pattern combining red, white and dark threads throughout the garment
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Neckline and collar trimV-neck opening with a frayed trim running along the neckline edge
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Front closureSingle row of round buttons down the center front visible on the bodice
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with frayed trim at the sleeve hems
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Hip pocket detailsTwo small decorative pocket flaps at the hip level with frayed edges
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.36 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.36 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (medium) - Hem finishVisible frayed fringe trim along the skirt hem
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.58 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric textureTextured woven surface typical of tweed with slight surface irregularity and visible thread structure
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Image shows a model wearing the dress in a studio with a neutral light gray gradient background; model holds a black handbag and wears black pointed-toe flats. Lighting is soft and even with a subtle shadow under the model.
- Model and poseFemale model shown in three-quarter front pose, head partially cropped, left hand holding a handbag and right arm relaxed at side
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high) - Prop handbagBlack soft-structured handbag held in the model's left hand positioned near the left thigh
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - ShoesBlack pointed-toe flat shoes visible on the model
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.78 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray gradient studio background with soft even lighting and a faint cast shadow beneath the model
Colors
red-white-black check· main bodymulticolor fringe (red white dark)· fringe trim- SilhouetteFitted mini-dress ending above mid-thigh with a defined waist seam and a straight skirt
- 02

Product
Close-up of the dress torso showing checkered faux-tweed fabric with frayed trim, decorative gold buttons with red centers, short sleeves, and a visible black leather shoulder bag strap on the left.
- Fabric patternDense checkered woven tweed composed of red, black, white and pale blue threads forming a grid-like pattern across the visible torso and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.65 (high) - Frayed trimFrayed, multi-color yarn trim finishing the V-neckline, sleeve hems and pocket openings with loose thread ends forming a soft fringe.
3 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.08 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.03 · y 0.35 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.64 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high) - Decorative buttonsRound gold-tone buttons with textured rims and a red central detail; buttons are set vertically along the front and also on pocket flaps.
4 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.20 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.34 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.48 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.67 · y 0.69 · w 0.09 · h 0.08 (high) - Neckline shapeShallow V-neck formed by the front opening with frayed trim following the V shape.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve styleShort, slightly fitted sleeves ending in a frayed edge that matches the neckline trim.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.28 · w 0.23 · h 0.18 (medium) - Pocket flap detailHorizontal pocket flap with matching frayed trim and a decorative gold button on the lower right torso.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.64 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Shoulder seam and fitVisible shoulder seam at the top of the sleeve; the fabric lies smoothly across the bust indicating a tailored fit in the photographed area.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (medium) - Accessory presentBlack leather shoulder bag strap running from the top left shoulder down along the side of the torso, partially covering the left sleeve.
1 region
x 0.11 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped at mid-thigh showing a model wearing the dress; neutral light gray background, soft even lighting, and minor hair movement over the face.
- Shot compositionCropped close-up framing the model from the upper chest to just below the hips, centered on the dress front.
- BackgroundEven light gray studio background with no visible props other than the bag strap and the model.
- Model presencePartial view of a model including neck, chin and lower face; hair partially covering the right side of the face.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.50 · h 0.20 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with minimal harsh shadows; slight shadowing under the arm and along the left side of the torso.
Colors
bright red· primary woven thread (red)deep black· contrasting thread (black)pale blue· accent thread (pale blue)multicolor fringe (red white pale blue)· fringe threadsantique gold· decorative buttonsblack leather· shoulder bag strap- Fabric patternDense checkered woven tweed composed of red, black, white and pale blue threads forming a grid-like pattern across the visible torso and sleeves.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a fitted short-sleeve mini dress in a textured checkered tweed with frayed trim at the sleeve cuffs, collar, and hem.
- Overall silhouetteBack-facing fitted mini dress following the model's torso and hips, ending above mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.84 (high) - Fabric textureTextured woven faux-tweed or boucle fabric with visible nubby yarns and intersecting yarns forming a checkered grid.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.70 (high) - PatternSmall-scale checkered grid pattern composed of horizontal and vertical bands creating a plaid-like effect across the entire dress.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.70 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves ending above the elbow with a visible frayed fringe trim around each cuff.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Frayed hemFringed frayed trim along the skirt hem forming a visible row of loose yarns.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.76 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Back seam shapingVertical seaming and subtle paneling visible along the back for shaping, with a slightly curved waist seam.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.48 (medium) - Neckline detailHigh round neckline with a short frayed fringe trim visible at the nape.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible stitchingRows of stitching or trimmed yarn lines visible near the hem and sleeve edges accentuating the frayed finish.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.74 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-view product shot on a plain white background showing the model from the nape to mid-thigh with even studio lighting and minimal shadow.
- Model presence and poseFemale model shown from behind with head turned slightly to the right and arms relaxed at sides; hands partially visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - BackgroundUniform light gray to white studio background with no props or additional elements.
- Framing and cropImage cropped from just above the model's hair down to mid-thigh, centering the dress's back.
- LightingEven, soft studio lighting with minimal shadows and neutral color balance.
Colors
bright red with white and black checks· main fabricmulticolor red white black fringe· fringe trim- Overall silhouetteBack-facing fitted mini dress following the model's torso and hips, ending above mid-thigh.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Self-Portrait
Red Check Frayed Knit Mini Dress
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4695330 | Checkered Frayed Faux-Tweed Mini-Dress - Red - X-Small | CA$645.00 | Yes |
| 4695331 | Checkered Frayed Faux-Tweed Mini-Dress - Red - Small | CA$645.00 | Yes |
| 4695332 | Checkered Frayed Faux-Tweed Mini-Dress - Red - Medium | CA$645.00 | Yes |
| 4695333 | Checkered Frayed Faux-Tweed Mini-Dress - Red - Large | CA$645.00 | Yes |