Emerson Fry Baroque Maxi Dress in Salt

A soft, romantic maxi with a nostalgic nod — the dress that makes every day feel like a slow summer afternoon.

The Emerson Fry Baroque Maxi Dress in Salt is the kind of dress you reach for when you want to feel effortlessly beautiful. Made from 100% cotton with woven dobby stripe detailing, it has a light, breathable hand that's made for warm days and easy living. Elastic at the neckline with a flutter detail, adjustable spaghetti straps, a seamed bodice with self-fit waist ties, side seam pockets, and a maxi length skirt with a ruffle tier at the hem — every detail is considered, feminine, and exactly right. Dress it up with sandals and gold jewelry, or wear it barefoot on the porch. Made in Rajasthan, India.

Why she'll love it

The elastic neckline with flutter detail is the silhouette detail that makes this dress genuinely special — it frames the shoulders beautifully and allows for stretch at the bust, so it fits a range of bodies without adjustment. The self-fit waist ties let her customize the fit and the look — tied at the front for a bow, at the back for a cleaner line, or left loose for an easy, relaxed drape. The side seam pockets are the detail that makes every woman smile. The ruffle tier at the hem gives the skirt movement and romance that photographs beautifully.

Fit & Feel

100% Cotton woven dobby stripe. Light, breathable, and soft with a slight texture from the dobby weave. Partially lined. Elastic at neckline allows for stretch at the bust. Adjustable spaghetti straps. Self-fit waist ties. Maxi length with ruffle tier at hem. Made in Rajasthan, India.

Size guide (garment measurements):
XS: Bust 29", Waist 34½", Center back length 43¾"
S: Bust 31", Waist 36½", Center back length 44¼"
M: Bust 33", Waist 38½", Center back length 44¾"
L: Bust 35", Waist 40½", Center back length 45¼"
XL: Bust 37½", Waist 43", Center back length 45¾"
Elastic at neckline will allow for stretch at the bust.

What makes it different

Emerson Fry designs with a quiet, considered femininity — nothing overdone, nothing generic. The dobby stripe cotton has a subtle texture that elevates the fabric beyond plain cotton, and the construction details (flutter neckline, ruffle hem tier, waist ties) are the kind of thoughtful touches that make a dress feel special rather than simply pretty. Made in Rajasthan, India by skilled artisans.

How to wear it

Wear with flat leather sandals and a straw hat for a classic summer look. Or dress up with block-heeled mules and gold hoops for an evening out. The Salt colorway pairs naturally with tan, camel, gold, and warm neutrals. The self-fit waist ties can be worn tied at the front for a bow, at the back for a cleaner silhouette, or left loose for an easy, relaxed drape.

Details

• 100% Cotton, woven dobby stripe
• Elastic at neckline with flutter detail
• Adjustable spaghetti straps
• Seamed bodice with self-fit waist ties
• Side seam pockets
• Maxi length skirt with ruffle tier at hem
• Partially lined
• Color: Salt
• Made in Rajasthan, India
• By Emerson Fry

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