Petite Stretch Taffeta Surplice-Neckline Gown

Elbow Sleeve Floor-Length Evening Gown

$199.00

COLOR: DEEP BLUE

$199.00

Variant

Style # 8266723

Tailored for petite proportions, this stretch taffeta midi moves with generous ease, so you stay comfortable from the ceremony through the last dance. The surplice neckline wraps and elongates, the portrait collar adds a confident note, and the tie waist lets you define your silhouette on your own terms. The midi length sits at a graceful point that works beautifully as a petite cocktail dress for a wedding guest, a bridal shower, or a black-tie evening where a full gown feels like too much.

Fit Details

Stretch Level: Generous
Length: based on size 8P, from top of shoulder to hem is 40 3/4"
Material: Polyester, Nylon, Spandex
Bra Friendly: Yes

Size Chart

If you feel like you are between sizes, please give us a call or email us at hello@alexevenings.com and we will help you to choose the best size based on any specific styles.

Regular & Petite measurements are the same for bust, waist & hip.

Petite sizes are cut higher in the natural waist by about 2" - and about 4" shorter in overall length vs. regular sizes.

We do run true to size, we suggest going with the size you typically wear.

Our garments are designed for stretch & comfort.

If you are in between sizes, we suggest sizing down.

Care Instructions

Hand wash in cold water
Lay flat to dry

Shipping Details

We offer Free Ground Shipping on all domestic orders $250+. *Exceptions Apply.

Orders ship within 1-3 business days via FedEx ground, and can take 1-5 days depending on where you live in the country.

*Exceptions: due to shipping time and cost, we require all orders for Alaska, Hawaii & Puerto Rico to ship with express shipping.

Expedited shipping is available at checkout for an additional cost.

Canadian Customers: Due to very high duties and fees being levied for shipments into the country as of May 2025, we have paused all shipping to/from Canada. We expect this to be temporary and look forward to servicing you again soon.

We cannot ship to PO boxes.

Return Policy

RETURN POLICY

We hope you found what you were looking for. If that's not the case, we gladly accept returns & exchanges within 30 days of delivery.

If you choose to return your purchase, a $15 restocking & shipping fee will be deducted from the refund.

Items must be unworn, unwashed and undamaged, with all tags attached.
Final sale items & jewelry cannot be returned or exchanged.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How should you care for a taffeta dress?

The Petite Stretch Taffeta Dress is dry clean only. Taffeta holds a crisp finish that washing would soften permanently, so hang the dress between wearings and let any travel creases fall out naturally rather than pressing the fabric directly.

Is a midi dress formal enough for a cruise formal night?

A midi dress in an evening fabric such as taffeta is well suited to a cruise formal night, where a full gown can feel like too much. It reads as genuinely dressed, travels well, and is far easier to pack than a floor-length alternative.

What is the difference between a portrait collar and a surplice neckline?

A surplice neckline is formed by two panels crossing at the front to create a V. A portrait collar is a wide neckline folded back across the shoulders to frame the face. This dress combines both, with the crossover at the bust and the collar above it.

Does a tie waist work on a petite frame?

A tie waist is particularly useful on a petite frame because you set the waist position yourself rather than relying on a fixed seam that may sit too low. Tying it at your natural waist keeps the proportions correct through the body.

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Available on all domestic orders $250+ (continental US Only)

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Returns & exchanges within 30 days of delivery.

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