Finally, a dress that looks and feels effortless
You know that feeling — you buy a cute dress, it looks great in the photo, and then you put it on and something's just off. Too stiff. Too clingy. Too much like you're trying too hard.

The Carla Martinelli™ retro trapeze dress exists for the woman who's done settling for one or the other. Slip it on and you're effortlessly put-together — floral print, ruffled collar, a silhouette that flows over your body instead of fighting it — charming without the fuss.
One of our most reordered styles this season
✓ A Ruffled Collar That Reads Chic, Not Costume
The collar sits close to the neckline — soft, not stiff — so the detail reads as a finishing touch rather than a statement piece. Think Sunday brunch or a gallery visit, not dress-up box.

✓ The Trapeze Cut That Actually Flatters Moving Bodies
A trapeze silhouette skims away from the body below the bust, which means no clinging to your hips or waist as you move through your day. It creates shape through contrast — fitted at the shoulders, relaxed everywhere else — so it looks intentional, not shapeless.

✓ Floral Print Sized to Feel Grown-Up, Not Girlish
Retro florals tip juvenile when the print is too small and scattered. This one uses a scaled pattern that reads vintage-inspired — closer to a 1960s shift dress than a sundress from the children's section.

✓ Wear It to 3 Different Places Without Rethinking It
Pair it with sandals for a farmers market, swap in a heel for dinner, layer a denim jacket over it for a coffee run — the silhouette and print hold up across all three without looking like you tried to make it work.

✓ Sizes Through 3XL, Cut to Fit the Same Way Across the Range
The trapeze shape is designed to drape consistently whether you're in a small or a 3XL — the proportions of the collar, sleeves, and hem are adjusted per size so the dress doesn't just get bigger, it stays balanced.

When you order today
- Carla Martinelli™ Retro Trapeze Dress with Flowers and Ruffled Collar — trapeze cut that skims the body and flatters without clinging
- Free shipping (tracking included)
- 50% OFF — today only
Add your size to your cart and see how it looks on you — there's no risk in trying it.
30-day at-home trial
Try Carla Martinelli™ for 30 days. If the fit, look, or feel isn't what you expected, just send it back for a full refund — simple as that.
Frequently asked questions
Does the ruffled collar lay flat, or does it stick up and feel stiff?
The collar is soft and sits close to the neckline rather than fanning out stiffly. It stays in place throughout the day without needing to be adjusted.
Is this dress lined, or is the fabric see-through?
The dress is not sheer and does not require a slip underneath. The fabric has enough weight to hold its shape and keep things covered.
How does the sizing run — should I size up?
The fit runs true to size for most body types. If you are between sizes or prefer more room through the hips, sizing up one is a safe choice with a trapeze silhouette.
Can this dress be worn in warmer weather, or is it too heavy?
The lightweight construction makes it a good option for spring and summer. It breathes well and does not feel heavy even on warmer days.
Specifications
- Material: Lightweight woven fabric (floral print)
- Silhouette: Trapeze
- Neckline: Ruffled collar
- Sizes available: S – 3XL
- Length: Midi (approximate knee to below-knee length depending on height)
Size chart
| Size |
Bust (in) |
Waist (in) |
Hips (in) |
| S |
34–35 |
26–27 |
36–37 |
| M |
36–37 |
28–29 |
38–39 |
| L |
38–39 |
30–31 |
40–41 |
| XL |
40–41 |
32–33 |
42–43 |
| 2XL |
42–44 |
34–36 |
44–46 |
| 3XL |
45–47 |
37–39 |
47–49 |
How to wash
Machine wash cold with similar colors. Do not bleach. Hang dry or tumble dry on low.