ALPHA60 midi dress in one of those slightly unexpected color combinations the Melbourne label does so well: deep navy paired with a warm brown stripe. The dress is cut in a long, clean column silhouette with short sleeves and a ribbed crew neckline, giving it a sporty, almost retro knitwear character while still feeling distinctly contemporary. The fine horizontal stripe runs consistently through the body and sleeves, creating a subtle graphic texture. What makes the design particularly good is the balance between simplicity and small considered details. The neckline is finished in solid navy ribbing, giving the upper body a clean frame, while the sleeve cuffs repeat the navy and introduce a wider orange band bordered by a very fine metallic-looking accent stripe. It is a small detail, but it gives the dress a slightly richer finish and prevents the piece from feeling like a basic striped jersey dress. The silhouette is relatively straight through the body, with enough ease to skim. There is no exaggerated waist shaping, which gives it that relaxed ALPHA60 feel: minimal, slightly intellectual and easy to wear without looking overly styled. The fabric appears to be a soft, lightweight knit jersey with good drape and natural stretch. The color is especially good in person: a very dark navy base with muted burnt orange/brown. Stylistically, this sits somewhere between sportswear, minimalist knit dressing and relaxed contemporary Australian design. It is the sort of dress that can look casual with sneakers but becomes much more directional with the right accessories. For an easy everyday look, wear it with white or cream sneakers, a denim jacket and a crossbody bag. For something more polished, pair it with black or dark brown ankle boots, a long wool coat and simple jewelry. It would also work beautifully with loafers and socks for a slightly collegiate, art-school look. Please compare the measurements provided below with your own measurements, as sizing may vary between manufacturers. Tag size: M, fits L too Stretches well. Actual flat measurements: Shoulders (seam to seam) - 38 Armhole width - 22 Sleeve length (from underarm) - 12 Cuff - 13 Chest (armpit to armpit) - 47 Waist - 44 Hips - 52 Hem - 51 Total length – 121 General condition of the item: Very good. The knit is clean and well kept overall, with no holes, stains or damage. The ribbed neckline and sleeve cuffs retain their shape well, the striped fabric presents evenly. Imperfections: There is some light surface fuzziness/minor pilling consistent with normal wear, but nothing that materially affects the dress's appearance. The fabric composition has worn off the label, but it is either cotton or a cotton blend. Overall condition (1–10): 7 #17
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