Pleat & Poise – Button-Front Pleated Midi Dress
Fall/Winter event: save 50% on this piece. Bundle & save up to 20% more when you buy 2 or more.
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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 Find your size above for a personal recommendation in seconds, or see our Size Guide. Between sizes? Size up for coats and knitwear you plan to layer.
Still unsure? Email contact@hocking-hale.com with your height and weight and we will recommend a size.
Free standard shipping on every US order.
Orders ship within 1–3 business days from our North American warehouse in Obetz, Ohio. Delivery takes 3–6 business days after dispatch. You receive a tracking link by email as soon as your order ships.
90 days to return unworn items with tags attached. Email us to start a return and we reply with instructions, usually within a few hours.
Return shipping is paid by the customer. If an item arrives damaged, defective or is not what you ordered, we send you a prepaid return label to print at home. Read the full policy.
Please check the description above for the exact fabric composition. To keep wool and knitwear at their best, hand wash cold or dry clean, lay flat to dry and store folded. Leather and suede: brush gently and protect from rain with a suitable spray.
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