This Laura Ashley long-sleeve dress is a wardrobe-essential that reads as carefully curated pre-owned clothing. The piece shows a soft, draping knit in a black ground peppered with small pastel polka dots and a gently defined waistline, presented in As New condition.
Product Details
A lightweight, long-sleeved casual dress cut on the bias with a slightly gathered waist and a flowing skirt. The label indicates UK 12 / EUR 38 (we list international size M), and the garment hangs cleanly with no visible structural damage.
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Brand: LAURA ASHLEY
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Colour: Black with pastel polka dots
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Condition: As New — no visible tears, major wear or stains
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Size: Labeled UK 12 (EUR 38) — listed as M internationally
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EU Size: 38
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Fit: Regular fit with a defined waist and flowing skirt
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Material observation: Fine knit jersey with soft drape (observed visually)
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Style: Long-sleeve casual dress suitable for day-to-evening wear
Styling & Versatility
This dress works well for transitional European climates: lightweight enough for layered autumn days, refined enough for smart-casual evenings. Style it up or down depending on the occasion.
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Occasion: Perfect for a museum visit or relaxed office-to-evening schedule
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Pair with: Structured blazer, merino knit scarf, and minimalist leather ankle boots
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Practicality: Easy layering for maritime or changeable city weather; breathable knit for long wear
Sustainability
Buying pre-owned extends the life of classic garments and reduces textile waste while retaining brand provenance. This Laura Ashley piece continues its lifecycle with full wearable integrity.
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Textile Waste: Reusing this dress prevents it entering the waste stream
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Circular Fashion: Purchasing pre-owned supports a circular wardrobe
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Brand Values: LAURA ASHLEY pieces are made to last — this item preserves original quality
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Garment Lifecycle: As New condition means immediate wearability without repair
FAQ
Answers to the most common questions we receive about this listing. If a particular detail is missing, please ask us directly and we will confirm measurements or additional images.
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Q: What is the labelled size? The sewn label shows UK 12 / EUR 38 / USA 8 (listed here as international M).
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Q: What is the condition? Condition: As New — the garment displays no obvious wear or damage.
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Q: How should I care for it? See the product care tag for instructions; if unclear please ask — we normally recommend gentle machine wash or hand wash for fine knits.
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Q: Are measurements available? If you need chest, waist or length measurements please request them and we will measure precisely.
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Q: Is the fabric stretchy? The item appears to be a fine knit with some stretch — ideal for layered wear.
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Q: Can you ship to Europe and worldwide? Yes — we ship across Europe and offer worldwide delivery (see checkout for rates).
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Q: Will you accept returns? Please consult the returns policy on the product page; we offer structured returns where eligible.
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Q: Is this an authentic LAURA ASHLEY piece? The label matches LAURA ASHLEY branding visible in the images; ask us for close-ups if you need further authentication.
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Q: Does the dress have any repairs or stains? No repairs or stains visible in our images; the listing is represented as As New.
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Q: Missing detail? [Please ask us directly.]
LAURA ASHLEY Black Casual Dress Women M has out of 3 sustainability stars. Like all products on BOAS, this product is climate positive and it has at least one independent sustainability label. Read more about the ratings on our sustainability criteria page.
