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W5425 Dress - Black Oversized 5-Gauge Knit Coated Rib Bare Shoulder Women's Italian
The Dress That Wears Like Armour, Moves Like Skin
The W5425 is a contradiction made wearable. A 5-gauge oversized knit dress with a laminated rib finish — coated to a near-metallic surface — that bares the shoulders while rising to a high neck. Micro tears at the hem complete the picture: controlled destruction as design language. Conceived and made in Italy by LA HAINE INSIDE US.
Why This Dress Is Different
- 5-Gauge Knitwear Construction: A thick, open-gauge knit that creates visible texture and substantial weight — unlike standard jersey dresses, this has architectural presence.
- Laminated Rib Treatment: The coated finish transforms the rib into a near-metallic surface, catching light and adding a tactile hardness that contrasts with the softness of the knit beneath.
- Bare Shoulders + High Neck: A deliberate tension — the neck rises while the shoulders are left exposed, creating a silhouette that is simultaneously austere and sensual.
- Micro Tears at the Hem: Intentional distressing at the bottom edge — not damage, but a design decision that adds rawness and movement to the hem line.
- Oversized Silhouette: Cut to fall away from the body, the dress works as a standalone piece or layered over trousers for a deconstructed look.
- 74% Polyester, 26% Polyamide: A blend chosen for its ability to hold the laminated coating while maintaining the drape and recovery of a knit fabric.
- Made in Italy: Produced under LA HAINE INSIDE US's Italian atelier standards — every detail, from the coating to the micro tears, is intentional and controlled.
- Year-Round Wearability: The weight of the 5-gauge knit makes this a transitional piece — substantial enough for cooler months, dramatic enough for evening year-round.
Specifications
- Style: Oversized knit dress, bare shoulder, high neck
- Color: Black
- Material: 74% Polyester, 26% Polyamide — 5-gauge knitwear with laminated rib treatment
- Features: Coated rib, bare shoulders, high neck, micro tears at hem
- Fit: Oversized / Women's
- Origin: Made in Italy
- Brand: LA HAINE INSIDE US
- Season: AW / transitional — year-round evening
Women's Size Chart
| Size | Bust (cm) | Waist (cm) | Hip (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 80–84 | 62–66 | 88–92 |
| S | 84–88 | 66–70 | 92–96 |
| M | 88–94 | 70–76 | 96–102 |
| L | 94–100 | 76–82 | 102–108 |
| XL | 100–106 | 82–88 | 108–114 |
| XXL | 106–112 | 88–94 | 114–120 |
Note: Model wears XS. Height 180cm, bust 85cm, waist 64cm, hip 90cm. The oversized cut means the dress falls generously — size down if you prefer a more defined silhouette.
The Moment You Put It On
The coated rib catches the light before you've even moved. The high neck frames the face; the bare shoulders do the rest. There is a weight to this dress — not heaviness, but presence. The kind that makes a room adjust.
The micro tears at the hem are the detail you notice last, but remember longest. A quiet signal that this is not a dress that plays by the rules of occasion or season. It is worn when you want to be seen on your own terms.
The Art of Laminated Knitwear
Lamination is a surface treatment applied to knit fabric to create a coated, near-metallic finish. In the W5425, the rib structure of the knit is preserved beneath the coating — you can feel the texture, but the surface reads as hard, reflective, and deliberate. The polyamide content in the blend (26%) is key: it provides the tensile strength needed to hold the coating without cracking or peeling, while the polyester base ensures the knit retains its shape and drape over time. The result is a fabric that behaves like knitwear but looks like something else entirely.
How to Wear It
- Evening Minimal: Wear alone with barely-there heeled sandals — the dress is the statement, nothing else is needed.
- Deconstructed Layering: Pull over wide-leg trousers or tailored pants, letting the hem fall unevenly over the waistband for a deliberate, editorial proportion.
- Avant-Garde Day: Style with chunky-soled boots and a structured bag — the coated rib reads differently in daylight, more architectural than evening.
- Full LA HAINE: Combine with other pieces from the collection — the laminated finish pairs naturally with the brand's other coated and treated fabrics.
Care Instructions
- Hand wash cold or machine wash on delicate cycle
- Do not tumble dry — lay flat to dry to preserve the knit structure
- Do not iron directly on the laminated surface — heat will damage the coating
- Do not bleach
- Store flat or hung — avoid folding along the coated rib to prevent crease marks
This is not a dress for blending in. It is a dress for arriving. LA HAINE INSIDE US. Laminated Knitwear. Italian Craftsmanship.
