{"product_id":"sofia-animal-print-sleeveless-maxi-dress","title":"Sofia Women's Animal Print Lace Corset Maxi Dress | Mixed Print Going Out Gown | Evening \u0026 Occasion","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe mixed print corset maxi dress is one of the most daring and talked-about going out styles in the UK right now, and the Sofia is built to deliver exactly that. Maximalist mixed-print dressing and leopard print styles are firmly back at the top of UK fashion searches this season — fashion editors are pointing to the combination of animal print, baroque-inspired scarf print, and lace detailing as one of the boldest and most compelling trend directions of SS26, valued for the way it channels a distinctly Italian, luxury fashion house energy into a going out silhouette that commands attention from every angle. The Sofia takes that maximalist confidence and delivers it with genuine design intelligence — a structured lace-overlay bustier bodice with crystal button detailing, paired with a dramatic floor-grazing skirt constructed from contrasting leopard and baroque print panels that create a patchwork of luxury that feels entirely intentional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat makes the Sofia a genuine standout is the way every individual element works together to create a cohesive, fashion-forward whole. The structured lace bustier grounds the look in femininity and elegance, while the crystal button detail adds a premium, jewellery-like quality to the bodice. The contrasting print panels in the skirt — leopard on one side, baroque scarf print on the other — create a dynamic, asymmetric visual that shifts with every step, making the Sofia a dress that looks different and equally compelling from every angle. Pair with barely-there heeled sandals and minimal jewellery to let the print and lace do all the talking — the Sofia is the kind of dress that starts conversations before you've even crossed the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStructured lace-overlay bustier bodice with a sweetheart neckline creates a feminine, considered focal point that grounds the maximalist print combination in genuine elegance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCrystal button detail at the centre of the bustier adds a premium, jewellery-like finishing touch that elevates the bodice with a couture-adjacent quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eContrasting leopard print and baroque scarf print panels in the skirt create a dynamic, patchwork visual that shifts and changes from every angle throughout the evening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDelicate spaghetti straps frame the shoulders lightly, maintaining the sleek, feminine quality of the overall silhouette without competing with the print and lace detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFloor-grazing maxi length provides a sophisticated, elegant coverage that balances the boldness of the mixed print with a genuinely refined finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eThe combination of lace bodice and contrasting print skirt panels creates a multi-layered, maximalist look with genuine depth that rewards a closer look from every angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eA dress that requires minimal accessorising — the lace overlay, crystal buttons, and mixed prints do all the styling work entirely on their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eA considered, standout going out investment piece built to be worn and remembered — a mixed print maxi that commands attention before you've crossed the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIAL \u0026amp; CARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFabric: Chiffon mesh blend with lace overlay bodice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDelicate mixed fabric construction with lace overlay and chiffon print panels that require careful handling to preserve all elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHand wash only or machine wash on the most delicate cycle (30°C or below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAlways use a mesh laundry bag to protect the lace overlay, print panels, and crystal button details during washing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDo not tumble dry — hang to dry away from direct sunlight to preserve the lace, print quality, and crystal details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIron on the lowest heat setting only; 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