
Theory
Raglan Crepe Dress
The Theory Raglan Crepe Dress is a short, fitted women's dress made from fluid crepe with a polyester lining, featuring a crew neck, short raglan sleeves, vertical panel seams through the bodice and skirt, and a hidden zip closure at the back. It measures 85 cm (33.5 inches) from the top of the shoulder and falls above the knee, with a straight hem and A-line skirt. Sizing reference: the measured item is a size 4; the dress is designed for everyday and occasion wear as a season-transcending wardrobe staple.
- Material
- Fluid crepe; polyester lining
- Gender
- female
- Style
- minimal, modern, slim-fit, tailored, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Color
Specifications
Minimalist short crepe dress with panelled construction, raglan sleeves, and a fitted, structured silhouette.
Fluid crepe with rich drape, polyester lining, crew neck, hidden back zip closure, short raglan sleeves, fitted style, above-knee length.
- Material
- Fluid crepe; polyester lining
- Secondary
- polyester
- Style
- minimal, modern, slim-fit, tailored, classic
- Occasion
- work, business-casual, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Dresses
Additional Attributes
- short crepe dress
- fluid crepe fabric with a rich drape
- polyester lining
- panelled construction for a structured, streamlined silhouette
- crew neck
- hidden zip closure at the back
- short raglan sleeves
- fitted style
- hits above the knee
- length 85 cm (33.5 inches) from top of shoulder
- minimalist American label aesthetic
- designed to transcend seasons
- versatile, timeless, meticulously crafted
Product Insights
Shell 60% acetate / 40% polyester; lining 100% polyester Fitted but skims; size up for seated breathing room Panelled seams sculpt a structured, streamlined silhouette Dry clean only; low iron if needed Dry clean only, non-stretch fit, warm lining, one color
Verified claims
- color
- Black only
- sizing
- Sizes 2–14, even numbers only
- variant choice
- All seven sizes in stock at 595 CAD
- material
- Shell 60% acetate / 40% polyester; lining 100% polyester
- fabric behavior
- Fluid drape with enough body to hold panel seams
- stretch
- Non-stretch weave with no elastane
- fit
- Fitted but skims; size up for seated breathing room
- length
- 85 cm from shoulder on size 4; above-knee mini
- sleeves
- Short raglan cap sleeves; standard bra straps may show
- movement
- Raglan sleeves can reduce ease of movement
- lining
- Full polyester lining smooths and adds structure
- breathability
- Polyester lining runs warm
- construction
- Panelled seams sculpt a structured, streamlined silhouette
- neckline/closure
- Crew neck with hidden back zip
- care
- Dry clean only; low iron if needed
- travel
- Crepe resists wrinkling and packs well
- styling/versatility
- Minimalist black base for day-to-night styling
- value
- Designer pricing supported by lining and construction
- tradeoffs
- Dry clean only, non-stretch fit, warm lining, one color
- durability
- Polyester lining supports shape retention
Product record
- Title
- Raglan Crepe Dress
- Brand
- Theory
- Price
- 595 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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A seasonless dress for everyday elegance
Theory describes this raglan crepe dress as a modern essential designed to transcend the seasons with elegance, making it an option to reach for year-round. Keep in mind this reflects the retailer's intended design rather than reported wearer experience.[1]
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a short, fitted black dress with a high round neckline, short cap sleeves, and visible vertical seam lines shaping the bodice and skirt; hem falls above the knee.
- Overall silhouetteShort A-line dress with a fitted bodice that tapers slightly at the waist and flares minimally toward the hem; hem sits above mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - NecklineHigh round neckline that sits close to the base of the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - SleevesShort cap sleeves that extend only slightly over the shoulder, with a smooth seam at the arm opening.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.08 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.08 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high) - Seam detailingVertical seam lines run from shoulder and down the front of the bodice and skirt forming princess-seam-like panels that shape the garment.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.32 · h 0.48 (high) - Fabric finishUniform smooth, matte surface with no visible texture or pattern in the photographed area, suggesting a crepe-like fabric appearance.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (medium) - HemlineStraight hemline with a clean finish that sits above the knees.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.56 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible closuresNo visible front closures, buttons, or zippers on the observed front side.
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background showing a standing model cropped slightly above the head and including shoes; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Model and poseFemale model standing facing forward with arms relaxed at her sides and legs slightly apart; head cropped near top of image so upper hair and chin visible.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.00 · w 0.72 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingEven pale gray to off-white studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and faint shadow under model's feet.
- Styling propsModel is wearing low black slip-on shoes that are visible but appear to be styling props rather than part of the photographed garment.
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.82 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.82 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Image cropTop of the model's head is cropped out of the frame; full legs and shoes are included within the frame.
Colors
matte black· dress body- Overall silhouetteShort A-line dress with a fitted bodice that tapers slightly at the waist and flares minimally toward the hem; hem sits above mid-thigh.
- 02

Product
Close-up of the upper torso of a fitted black crepe dress showing the neckline, short sleeve, and vertical seam lines on the bodice.
- NecklineHigh crew neckline with a narrow band finish that lies flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.04 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve styleShort, capped sleeve with a slight outward curve at the hem; sleeve is set into a raglan-like shoulder seam.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.14 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Bodice seamsVertical princess seams running from shoulder/neck area down the front of the bodice, creating a fitted silhouette.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - Fabric surfaceMatte, crepe-like woven texture with no visible sheen and a smooth, slightly pebbled appearance.
- Fit at waist/side seamFitted side seam shaping visible on the right side of the image, indicating contouring through the waist.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.48 · w 0.38 · h 0.46 (medium)
Other
Studio shot cropped to model upper body with neutral light and plain light gray to white background; blonde hair and model skin visible.
- Shot compositionCropped studio portrait showing model from just below chin to upper thigh, centered on the dress bodice and right sleeve.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundSmooth light gray to white gradient background with no visible props.
- Model hairLong, wavy blonde hair falling over the left shoulder and partially over the dress.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.48 (high) - Visible skin detailRight arm and lower face visible with natural skin texture and a few small freckles or skin marks on the arm.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.30 · w 0.32 · h 0.60 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with gentle shadows defining the dress seams and model contours.
Colors
deep matte black· dress main body- NecklineHigh crew neckline with a narrow band finish that lies flat against the neck.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a short, A-line black dress with short raglan-style sleeves, a visible center-back seam, and a slightly flared hem finishing above the knees.
- SilhouetteShort dress with a fitted upper body that transitions to a slightly flared A-line skirt ending above the knees.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.56 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort raglan-style sleeves that extend from the neckline area and sit close to the upper arm.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Center-back seamSingle vertical seam running down the center of the back from neckline toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.06 · w 0.10 · h 0.46 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth black fabric with no visible surface pattern or sheen.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.56 (high) - Hemline detailClean, straight hem with a slight outward flare at the skirt edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.52 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Model photographed from a rear three-quarter angle against a plain light gray studio background; model holds hands behind back and wears black slip-on flats. Soft, even studio lighting with subtle floor shadow. Top of the head is near the top edge of the frame.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio shot from rear three-quarter angle with the model centered vertically and slightly turned to the left.
- Background and lightingSeamless light gray background with soft, even illumination and a faint shadow under the model's feet.
- Model poseModel stands with both hands held behind the lower back, fingers visible and relaxed.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Visible footwear (prop)Black slip-on flats with a low heel visible on both feet.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.76 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.78 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Image cropTop of the model's head and some hair are close to the image top edge but not fully cropped out.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (medium)
Colors
matte black· main body- SilhouetteShort dress with a fitted upper body that transitions to a slightly flared A-line skirt ending above the knees.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Theory
Cap-Sleeve Mini Dress in Mélange Crepe
Variants
7 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4703134 | Raglan Crepe Dress - Black - 2 | CA$595.00 | Yes |
| 4703135 | Raglan Crepe Dress - Black - 4 | CA$595.00 | Yes |
| 4703136 | Raglan Crepe Dress - Black - 6 | CA$595.00 | Yes |
| 4703137 | Raglan Crepe Dress - Black - 8 | CA$595.00 | Yes |
| 4703138 | Raglan Crepe Dress - Black - 10 | CA$595.00 | Yes |
| 4703139 | Raglan Crepe Dress - Black - 12 | CA$595.00 | Yes |
| 4703140 | Raglan Crepe Dress - Black - 14 | CA$595.00 | Yes |