This tailored sleeveless dress from Next plc is presented in a deep purple tone with a clean, streamlined silhouette suited to formal occasions. The labelled size reads 14; we've converted this to the equivalent international letter size for clarity and shopping convenience.
Product Details
A minimalist, structured dress cut in a smooth woven fabric with a concealed back zip and subtle paneling for shape. Condition is graded As New — the textile and seams show no visible wear in the supplied images.
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Brand: Next plc
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Colour: Purple (deep plum tone)
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Size: Labeled 14 — listed as XL (Women Uppers) / EU 42
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Condition: As New — no visible marks or structural wear
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Fit: Regular, tailored through the body with a sleeveless, sheath silhouette
Styling & Versatility
This dress works as a transitional piece from office to evening: its tailored cut reads professional while the deep purple elevates evening styling. It integrates easily into a European capsule wardrobe for city and event dressing.
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Occasion: Ideal for presentation evenings, office-to-dinner occasions, or theatre nights
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Pair with: Structured blazer, leather pumps, minimalist clutch
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Practicality: Easy layering for cooler maritime climates; compact concealed zip for secure wear
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Versatility: Works under a long coat for colder months or alone with heels in warmer seasons
Sustainability
Purchasing this pre-owned dress extends the useful life of a quality garment and reduces textile waste associated with single-use fashion. The piece is a durable, well-constructed item from a recognised high-street label.
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Textile Waste: Buying pre-owned saves this garment from landfill
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Circular Fashion: Every resale purchase supports circular economy principles
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Brand Values: Next plc produces perennial tailoring staples that retain wearability across seasons
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Garment Lifecycle: As New condition means long remaining service life
FAQ
Answers to common purchase questions about fit, care and delivery for this Next plc dress.
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Q: What size is this garment? The sewn label reads 14; we list it as XL in our Women Uppers sizing (EU 42).
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Q: How does the fit run? Regular — tailored through the waist and hips; choose your usual UK size or consult our conversion chart.
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Q: What is the condition? As New — the dress shows no visible wear and is structurally sound.
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Q: Can I return if the fit isn't right? Yes — returns are accepted per our standard policy; please check the returns window on the product page.
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Q: What are the care instructions? No care label was legible in images; we recommend gentle machine wash or professional cleaning for woven tailoring — please ask us for the fabric content if required.
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Q: Is international shipping available? Yes — we ship across Europe and worldwide; delivery estimates are shown at checkout.
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Q: Are measurements available? Measurements are rechecked by our team on request — contact us for chest, waist and length figures.
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Q: Does the dress have a lining? The visible images show a single-layer woven construction; ask us for a close-up if lining confirmation is required.
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Q: Who is the supplier? Supplier listed for inventory is Kilo Kilo — please ask us directly for provenance details.
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Q: Anything missing from the listing? If you need additional photos, measurements or care details, please ask us directly.
Next plc Purple Occasion Dress Women XL 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.