Cascade Slit Maxi Dress

Built for the Moment You Walk In

The Cascade Slit Maxi Dress is built to be noticed. An asymmetric one shoulder neckline meets a dramatic thigh slit and a floor-length skirt, turning what could have been just another black dress into a genuine statement piece.

One shoulder stays bare while the opposite arm wears a fitted long sleeve, and a separate off-the-shoulder sleeve piece on that same side keeps the design balanced rather than lopsided. Soft ruching through the waist and hips defines the figure, and the fitted bodice flows into a floor-length skirt with a high thigh slit. Draped fabric cascades along the edge of the slit for a bit of movement with every step.

This is a dress for occasions when you know a simple black dress won’t quite cut it: a wedding, a gala, a holiday party, or any night where you want to make an entrance rather than just show up.

See It In Motion

See the drape, slit, and one shoulder sleeve detail on a model.

What Makes This Dress Stand Out

Fit and Fabric Details

The dress is made from a blend of polyester and mixed materials that gives the bodice a soft, stretchy, body-hugging feel. The ruched detailing through the waist and hips is built into the fabric itself rather than added with a belt, so the shape stays consistent no matter how you move through the evening.

The skirt is where the drama lives. It flows from the fitted bodice into a full floor-length silhouette, with a high thigh slit finished by draped fabric that cascades down one side. Since the fit is closer through the body and the length is floor-grazing, it’s worth checking your measurements carefully against the size guide below. If you want a broader look at how different silhouettes and necklines work with different body types, this complete guide to dress styles and body types is a useful reference. The dress is fully lined, which helps it hold its shape through a full night of wear.

Product Specifications

Size Guide

Please check your own measurements against the chart below before ordering, since the fitted bodice and floor-skimming length leave less room for adjustment than a shorter, looser style. If you’re not sure how to measure yourself accurately, our guide on how to measure a dress walks you through it step by step. You can also check our full women’s size guide for international size conversions across all our styles.

How to Style It

This dress is designed to be the focal point of the outfit, so the rest of the look works best kept simple, along with shoe suggestions to match your dress:

When to Wear It

This dress is built for occasions that call for something more considered than an everyday outfit:

• Weddings: Formal enough for most wedding dress codes, with a modern edge from the slit and asymmetric neckline.
• Galas and formal parties: Floor-length and detailed enough to hold its own in a black-tie adjacent setting.
• Cocktail events and dinners: Dressy enough to stand out without feeling like a costume.
• Holiday parties and date nights: A strong choice when the occasion calls for something beyond a simple black dress.

Care Instructions

A few simple steps help this dress hold its shape and finish over time:

• Hand wash recommended for the best results and the longest-lasting fit.
• Machine washable on a gentle or delicate cycle if you’re short on time.
• Avoid bleach, as it can weaken and discolor the fabric.
• Use cold or lukewarm water to help the dress hold its shape wash after wash.
• Hang to dry rather than using a dryer, to help the floor-length skirt keep its drape.
• Store on a hanger to prevent creasing across the ruched waist and skirt.

For more on caring for formal and eveningwear pieces, our guide on how to care for women’s dresses covers the full process in more detail.

Frequently Asked Questions

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