chrysalis dress
style 623W01
An update to our most popular piece: the Chrysalis transforms from snapped-up spring shell to unbuttoned sleeveless summer dress. This breathable, wind-resistant and water-repellant dress is designed with detachable sleeves, adjustable empire waist and flattering shawl collar that suits any style or season.
$235.00
Color: Blade Stripe
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Lightweight and soft, the 100% recycled polyester pucker weave is visually interesting, wind and water resistant and extremely breathable and quick to dry. The fabric is treated with a DWR-finish for added water repellency. One piece, removable sleeves are perfect for bike commutes or changing weather, while adjustable hood transforms into an elegant shawl collar. Side ties adjust to reveal flattering empire waist design.
- Crepe soft shell fabrication blends protection and beauty.
- Drawcord hood coverts to draping shawl collar with elegant crossover design.
- One-piece, removable sleeves snap on and off.
- Adjustable ties reveal flattering empire waist design.
- Two front hand drop-in pockets.
- Tailored details: Offset hidden snap front, shaped cuff with self-fabric binding, back pleats add fullness.
- Length: Mid-thigh
Fabric: Water repellent 100% recycled polyester
Fabric Details: Teijin Ecocircle® technology. 100% recycled polyester in a soft shell pucker weave featuring two-way stretch and DWR finish for water repellency.
Fabric Source: Japan
Production: China
Weight: 8.9 oz
Fit: Regular
Care: Machine wash warm (87 degrees to 111 degrees f.), with garment zipped closed, tumble dry low heat to improve water repellency. Do not bleach.
The recycled polyester fabric was developed in partnership with Teijin, the fabric supplier behind ECOCIRCLE® technology, which produces fabric from post-consumer and post-industrial polyester waste. Closing the loop, at the end of its long life, the Chrysalis can be returned to us and recycled into polyester fibers for reuse.