Virella – Asymmetric Ring-Ruched Ribbed Knit Dress
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The Knit Dress That Finds Your Waist
Picture yourself walking into dinner feeling put together from the first step.
This dress follows your shape instead of fighting it.
A single metal ring gathers the side seam, drawing the fabric in at your waist.
The asymmetric neckline keeps the whole look soft and modern.
The knit stretches with you, so you can sit, turn, and reach without a second thought.
The knit stretches wide and springs back — it moves with you, then holds its shape.
✓ A waist that looks defined, not squeezed
The side ruching gathers the fabric at one point, so it skims your middle instead of clinging to it. No shapewear needed underneath.
✓ One dress, many nights out
Dinner, a birthday, a wedding guest seat, a work event. Add gold earrings and heels, or flats and a jacket. It reads differently every time.
✓ Stretches wide, snaps right back
The ribbed knit pulls generously and returns to shape. You can sit through a long meal and stand up without smoothing anything down.
✓ A neckline that does the work for you
The asymmetric cut draws the eye up and across your collarbone. It's the detail people notice before they notice anything else.
What you get today
- Virella asymmetric-neckline knit dress
- Metal-ring side ruching that defines the waist
- Long sleeves and a full-length, body-skimming line
- 5 colorways to choose from
- Free tracked shipping
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Seasonal production run — once this batch sells out, restock pricing may change.
Try Virella 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 Virella 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
Will the ruching flatter me if I carry weight around my middle?
Yes. The gathers pull the fabric away from your stomach instead of pressing against it, so the knit skims rather than clings. The vertical lines from the ruching also draw the eye up and down, not side to side.
Is the knit see-through?
No. The ribbed knit is dense enough to wear on its own in daylight. Seamless underwear is still the smoothest choice under a close-fitting dress.
Does the metal ring press into your side when you sit?
It sits flat against the side seam and lies along your hip, not at a bend point. Most people stop noticing it within a few minutes of wearing.
Does the neckline shift when I move?
The asymmetric edge is cut on the same stretchy knit as the body, so it holds its position across the shoulder. A strapless or one-shoulder bra works best underneath.
Specifications
- Size: See the size chart for bust, length, and sleeve measurements in inches.
- Material: Soft, stretchy polyester knit.
How to wash
- Machine wash cold with similar colors.
- Do not bleach. Hang dry.
Bring Virella to your closet today. Enjoy an effortlessly elegant look with this 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.