The dress has a dressy element to it. It is trimmed in satin binding on the waistline and has a satin panel on the bodice. The round split neckline has been updated to the traditional round neckline.
Afternoon dress is fully lined and is closed with an invisible zipper. The dress is just below the knee in length. Afternoon dress has a skirt that dances and floats because of the flared pattern making. The fabric is hand washable and requires no ironing, thus it travels well.