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W5491 Dress - Black Asymmetric Regular Jersey Garment-Dyed Laminated Removable Sash Women's Italian
The Dress That Rewrites Its Own Silhouette
The W5491 is a study in considered complexity. A regular-fit asymmetric jersey dress in 100% cotton, garment-dyed and then laminated — a process that gives the surface a coated, near-metallic depth while preserving the softness of the cotton beneath. A back button closure, a front hem button with side buttonhole to adjust the length, and a removable double-lined waistband: three details that make this dress entirely different depending on how you choose to wear it. Made in Italy by LA HAINE INSIDE US.
Why This Dress Is Different
- Garment-Dyed with Laminated Treatment: The cotton is dyed after construction, then laminated — a two-stage process that creates unrepeatable depth of color and a coated surface that is unique to each garment. Unlike standard printed or woven metallics, the lamination here sits on top of a living, dyed cotton base.
- Asymmetric Cut: The hem is deliberately uneven — not a styling choice, but a design decision built into the pattern. The asymmetry creates movement and visual interest without requiring any additional styling.
- Adjustable Length: A button at the front hem and a buttonhole at the side allow the length to be gathered and adjusted — transforming the silhouette from full-length to gathered mid-length depending on preference.
- Removable Double-Lined Waistband (Sash): The fusciacca — a doubled, structured sash — can be worn belted at the waist to define the silhouette, or removed entirely for a clean, unstructured fall. Two dresses in one.
- Back Button Closure: A single button at the back keeps the closure minimal and the front silhouette uninterrupted.
- 100% Cotton: A natural base that holds the garment dye with depth and variation, and accepts the laminated treatment without losing its inherent softness and breathability.
- Regular Fit: Unlike the oversized silhouettes in the collection, the W5491 follows the body more closely — the asymmetric hem and adjustable length do the work of creating interest.
- Made in Italy: Produced under LA HAINE INSIDE US's Italian atelier standards — the garment dyeing, lamination, and construction are all completed in Italy.
Specifications
- Style: Regular fit asymmetric dress
- Color: Black (garment-dyed)
- Material: 100% Cotton — jersey with garment-dyed laminated treatment
- Features: Asymmetric hem, back button closure, adjustable length (front button + side buttonhole), removable double-lined waistband/sash
- Fit: Regular / Women's
- Origin: Made in Italy
- Brand: LA HAINE INSIDE US
- Season: SS / AW — year-round
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. Regular fit — true to size.
The Moment You Put It On
The sash changes everything. Tied at the waist, the W5491 becomes structured, intentional, defined. Removed, it falls as a single uninterrupted column of laminated cotton — the asymmetric hem catching at the ankle, the back button the only interruption. Two entirely different dresses, one garment.
The garment-dyed lamination means no two pieces are identical. The black is deep and varied — richer in some areas, more matte in others, depending on how the dye absorbed into the cotton before the lamination was applied. This is not a flaw. It is the point.
The Art of Garment Dyeing
Garment dyeing is a process where the finished garment — fully constructed — is submerged in dye rather than using pre-dyed fabric. The result is a depth and variation of color that cannot be replicated with standard fabric dyeing: seams, hems, and stress points absorb color differently, creating a lived-in, dimensional finish from the first wear. In the W5491, this process is followed by a laminated treatment — a coating applied over the dyed surface that adds a near-metallic sheen while preserving the variation of the garment dye beneath. The combination is unrepeatable: each piece is unique.
The Art of the Removable Sash
The fusciacca — a doubled, structured waistband — is not an accessory. It is a design element that fundamentally changes the silhouette of the dress. Worn belted, it creates a defined waist and transforms the asymmetric hem into a gathered, layered shape. Removed, the dress returns to its clean, unstructured fall. The double lining gives the sash enough body to hold its shape when tied, without adding bulk.
How to Wear It
- Belted, Evening: Tie the sash at the waist and wear with heeled mules — the gathered hem creates movement with every step.
- Clean, Minimal: Remove the sash and wear the dress as a column — the asymmetric hem and laminated surface do the work without any additional structure.
- Gathered Length: Use the front button and side buttonhole to shorten the hem — a mid-length silhouette that works with boots or flat sandals.
- Layered: Wear over a long-sleeve base layer with the sash tied loosely — the laminated cotton reads differently over a matte underlayer.
Care Instructions
- Hand wash cold or machine wash on delicate cycle
- Do not tumble dry — lay flat or hang to dry to preserve the garment dye and laminated finish
- Do not iron directly on the laminated surface — heat will damage the coating
- Do not bleach — bleach will strip the garment dye
- Store hung to preserve the asymmetric hem shape
This is not a dress with one answer. It is a dress with three. LA HAINE INSIDE US. Garment-Dyed Cotton. Italian Craftsmanship.
