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Max Mara
Max Mara 'Balzac' Dress
Sale price
$500.00 USD
Regular price
$1,174.00 USD
Wear it once a week and each wear costs just $9.61
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Estimated delivery: June 18 – June 23 (4–7 business days)
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Product Details
Long 'Balzac' dress in stretch cotton twill, shirt model with wallet closure with asymmetrical pleats sewn at the waist and sash to be fastened with snap buttons on the back, long sleeves with pleat pattern sewn on the shoulder, high cuffs and cufflink button.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MAX MARA |
| Composition | 97% cotton, 3% elastane |
| Made In | Italy |
| Size & Fit | true to size fit |
| Color | White |
| Gender | Women |
| Season | Spring Summer 2025 |
Delivery & Duties
Worldwide delivery
Shipping Rates:
United States
- Free shipping for orders over 350 USD*Import tax/duty will be calculated at checkout (If applicable)
- 25 USD flat rate for orders below 350 USD
Other Countries
- Free shipping for orders over 350 USD
- 25 USD flat rate for orders below 350 USD
Express delivery via UPS / DHL / FedEx
Delivery time: 4–7 business days to most countries
Import duties
Customers from the European Union
For orders shipped to countries within the European Union, there are no customs duties. All prices are inclusive of value-added tax (VAT).
Customers outside the European Union
For orders shipped to countries outside European Union, delivery duties are included and will be calculated at the checkout. The price you see is the price you pay.
Import duties/taxes are non-refundable as Customs collect them in your country.
For more information, please review our Return Policy and Shipping Policy.
Return-No Reason
You have 7 days from the delivery date to request a return.
For customers in the European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden), you have the right to request a return within 14 days of receiving your item, in accordance with EU consumer protection law (EU Directive 2011/83/EU).
Return for Any Reason
We accept returns for any reason (sizing, style, etc.) provided items are unused and tagged.
Easy Return Process
We provide a pre-paid return label for your convenience. No return fees will be deducted from your refund.
Refund Options
Refunds are processed to your original payment method.
For more information, please review our Return Policy and Shipping Policy.
Complete the Look
Editor's Note
Tailored Cotton Essential
The silhouette arrives as a study in restraint: crisp stretch-cotton cut as a long shirt dress, its asymmetrical pleating and neat sash altering the line at the waist so proportion reads intentional rather than ornate. The fabric keeps the shape taut without stiffness; the shirt collar and high cuffs lend a familiar architectural logic.
Wear it over tailored trousers or alone with a low block heel and a compact leather bag; layer a soft knit or a single-breasted blazer in navy, camel or black for contrast. The neutral palette and considered seams make simple combinations feel deliberate — fine leather, subdued metals and minimal accessories complete the look.
This is a piece for measured days and quiet evenings: city commutes that shift into late meetings, weekend travel where simplicity matters, and transitional seasons when structure provides the day’s rhythm. It sits comfortably among practical, composed wardrobes rather than ephemeral trends.
Fit & details
NecklineShirt collar
SleeveLong
LengthMidi
CutShirt
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How it feels
Hand-feelCrisp · Smooth · Lightweight
WeightMid-weight
StructureTailored · Fitted
StretchMinimal Stretch
MaterialCotton · Elastane
PatternSolid
Where to wear
Office Power MoveBrunch Circuit
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Why this piece
Timeless Classic
Wardrobe roleAnchor
Formality3 - Smart Casual
AestheticScandi Minimal, Power Tailoring
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Single-Store Inventory
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Shelf-Ready, As Is
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Service Ends At The Door
Once you leave the store, so does the attention. Issues become your problem.
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What Our Clients Say
4.2
Based on 583 reviews
Such a great customer service! I bought an YSL bag and it came in 3 days, Sarah was so helpful and nice, her response was so quick.
Amazing customer service! The postal office caused delays, which I emailed about. Jord then kept me up to date and made sure it was delivered to the right address.
Great service, great quality products and personal care. Always a good experience shopping here, and if there rarely is a problem, they are always super helpful and friendly.
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