Pleat & Poise – Button-Front Pleated Midi Dress
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Don't Dress Quietly. Dress Like This.
You stopped dressing quietly years ago. This is the dress that keeps up.
The blazer top nips in at your waist, then the pleats fall soft and long and move with every step.
It's one dress built to look like two: a tailored blazer on top, a pleated skirt below.
No matching. No tugging things straight. You put it on and you're the most put-together woman in the room.
Waist measurements run 23.5 to 30 inches across the chart — check yours before you pick.
A waist that looks defined, not squeezed
✓ A waist that looks defined, not squeezed
The single button pulls the bodice in right at the narrowest point. Your shape shows. Nothing digs.
✓ Pleats that move with you all day
Accordion pleats fall from the waist into a full midi skirt. Sit, stand, walk — they swing back into place.
✓ One dress, two pieces of polish
Most days you'd pair a blazer with a skirt and spend ten minutes making them agree. This is already done.
✓ Smooth woven fabric that shrugs off wrinkles
The polyester weave holds its shape through a long day and a car ride. No creases across your lap.
✓ Right for the office and the wedding
Structured enough for a meeting. Graceful enough for a banquet. One dress covers both.
What you get today
- Pleat & Poise blazer-style pleated midi dress
- Faux two-piece build: tailored bodice, accordion-pleated skirt
- Wrinkle-resistant woven polyester
- Available in 2 colorways
- Free tracked shipping
Seasonal production run — once this batch sells out, restock pricing may change.
Try Pleat & Poise at home for 30 days. If it doesn't fit, look right, or wear the way you expected, return it for a full refund.
Try Pleat & Poise at home for 30 days. If it doesn't fit, look right, or wear the way you expected, return it for a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
Can I wear this in cooler months?
Yes. The woven polyester works well with a long coat over it. Tights and closed-toe heels take it straight into fall and winter.
Does the skirt have much volume?
It's a full A-line with accordion pleats, so there's real movement without being stiff. It skims rather than clings through the hip.
What shoes work best with the midi length?
A heel of two inches or more keeps the proportions balanced. Flats work too if you prefer — the hem sits mid-calf.
Can I dress it down for daytime?
Yes. Swap the heels for loafers or low boots and add a slim belt bag or tote. The blazer top keeps it looking intentional.
Specifications
- Size: Length 35.5–37.5 in depending on size; see the size chart for bust and waist
- Material: Smooth polyester
How to wash
- Machine wash cold with similar colors. Do not bleach. Hang dry to keep the pleats crisp. Cool iron only if needed.
Bring Pleat & Poise to your closet today and enjoy a polished look with a limited-time offer.
Use the fit finder next to the size selector for a recommendation in a few seconds, or see the full measurement charts below.
Every product page has a fit finder next to the size selector — three questions, one recommendation, a few seconds. These charts are for anyone who would rather read the numbers.
How to measure
- Bust / chest. Around the fullest part, tape level, arms relaxed at your sides.
- Waist. Around the narrowest part of your torso, usually just above the navel.
- Hips. Around the fullest part, roughly 8 in below the waist.
- Inseam. From the crotch seam to the floor, in the shoes you'll wear the trousers with.
Measure over the underwear you'd normally wear, not over clothing. Keep the tape snug but not tight.
Women's clothing
| Size | US | Bust (in) | Waist (in) | Hips (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 0–2 | 31–32 | 24–25 | 34–35 |
| XS | 2–4 | 33–34 | 26–27 | 36–37 |
| S | 4–6 | 35–36 | 28–29 | 38–39 |
| M | 8–10 | 37–38½ | 30–31½ | 40–41½ |
| L | 12–14 | 39½–41 | 32½–34 | 42½–44 |
| XL | 16–18 | 42–44 | 35–37 | 45–47 |
| XXL | 20–22 | 45–47 | 38–40 | 48–50 |
Men's clothing
| Size | Chest (in) | Waist (in) | Neck (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 33–35 | 27–29 | 14–14½ |
| S | 36–38 | 30–32 | 15–15½ |
| M | 39–41 | 33–35 | 15½–16 |
| L | 42–44 | 36–38 | 16½–17 |
| XL | 45–47 | 39–41 | 17½–18 |
| XXL | 48–50 | 42–44 | 18½–19 |
Women's shoes
| US | EU | UK | Foot length (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 35 | 2½ | 8⅝ |
| 6 | 36 | 3½ | 8⅞ |
| 7 | 37–38 | 4½ | 9¼ |
| 8 | 38–39 | 5½ | 9½ |
| 9 | 39–40 | 6½ | 9⅞ |
| 10 | 41 | 7½ | 10¼ |
| 11 | 42 | 8½ | 10½ |
Men's shoes
| US | EU | UK | Foot length (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 40 | 6 | 9⅝ |
| 8 | 41 | 7 | 9⅞ |
| 9 | 42 | 8 | 10¼ |
| 10 | 43 | 9 | 10⅝ |
| 11 | 44 | 10 | 10⅞ |
| 12 | 45 | 11 | 11¼ |
| 13 | 46 | 12 | 11½ |
How our pieces are cut
- Dresses are cut true to size. If you are between sizes, take the smaller one — most of our dresses have ease through the waist.
- Coats and jackets are cut with room for a knit underneath. Take your usual size; size up only if you layer heavily.
- Knitwear is relaxed by design. Between sizes, take the smaller one unless you want an oversized look.
- Trousers and jeans run true to size. Between sizes, take the larger one.
- Shoes run true to size. If you have a wide foot, take half a size up.
Still not sure?
Write to info@halstead.com with your usual size, your height and the piece you're looking at. We'll tell you what we would pick — usually within a few hours. We would far rather get it right the first time than process a return.
We work in natural fibres — wool, cashmere, cotton, linen and full-grain leather.
Knitwear: cold hand wash or a wool cycle at 30 °C, no softener, dried flat and stored folded.
Coats: dry clean once or twice a season, stored on a broad wooden hanger.
Leather: wipe with a damp cloth, condition twice a year, never dry near heat.
Full guidance is on our Materials & Care page.
Shipping is free on every order to all 50 states, with no minimum.
Processing: 2–4 business days, while your order is picked and checked by hand.
Transit: 3–4 business days.
Total: 6–9 business days, with tracking emailed the moment it leaves Chesapeake.
Returns: 90 days from delivery. We email you a printable label; return shipping is deducted from the refund unless the fault is ours, and your first exchange is always free.