The Nela Midi Dress in Ivory is a spaghetti-strap A-line midi in soft textured ivory with a subtle diagonal weave, a V neckline, and a pleated, flared skirt. It is for the woman who wants the glow of ivory at a wedding weekend without bridal white: the textured ivory carries enough warmth to suit most skin tones and reads as quietly dressed rather than festive.
Fabric
European construction in a textured ivory weave whose depth photographs softly under daylight and warm evening light. The ivory reads as luminous rather than stark white, so it sits respectfully beside bridal whites, and the weight suits outdoor summer occasions where you will stand through a long ceremony or reception. Designed and crafted in Europe as part of Luna Fashion House. Featured at OC Fashion Week 2026, Catalina Island runway. European atelier construction since 1990.
Fit
True to size through the bodice, with delicate spaghetti straps and a V neckline. The A-line silhouette flares gently from the waist into a pleated midi skirt. Sizes extend down to 0. Between sizes, choose the smaller for a closer bodice line or the larger for more ease at the bust. See the Luna sizing guide for measurements. Model is 5 foot 9 inches wearing size 2. The length is 46” from the back of the neck to the hem on a size 2.
Styling
For outdoor summer weddings as a guest, carry the Jody Lace Clutch Bag in Ivory with block-heel sandals for tonal continuity.
For bridal showers and Mother's Day, the Klara Structured Mini Handbag in a soft neutral with pearl drops keeps the focus on the texture.
For rehearsal dinners and welcome nights on a destination wedding weekend, the Iris Short Tailored Coat in Beige layers cleanly when the evening cools.
For cocktail evenings and warm-weather galas, the Julia Evening Clutch Bag in Yellow adds a single color note against the ivory.
For milestone birthday afternoons, the Loretta Silk Floral Scarf works as a light layer.
Warm gold reads richer with ivory than silver; hold one metal across all hardware. Pearl drops sit cleanly against the spaghetti-strap line.
Care
Machine washable on a gentle cycle. Air dry. Steam or iron on low if needed. Spot clean gently with cold water; ivory shows watermarks more than darker tones. Do not bleach. Store on a broad padded hanger.
Featured in the Italian Coastal Wedding Guest guide, the Wedding Guest Dress for Women Over 50 guide, and the 50th Birthday Outfit guide. Explore the Spring and Summer Wedding Edit, the Destination Wedding Edit, and the Luna Dress Edit.
The coat over it
The ivory Nela looks buttercream in the studio photos and off white in daylight, and black wool is the clearest contrast for it. The Black Wool Wrap Coat, Nicole ($825) has the full skirt the pleats need and finishes within an inch of the dress hem. At the same price, the Gray Herringbone Wool Wrap Coat, Nicole measures the same as the dress on a size 2.
Why Luna Fashion House
Every piece is designed and handmade in our own European atelier in a small, limited run, so what you wear is made with care rather than mass produced. We have made occasion wear this way since 1990, and eligible items can be returned within 14 days of delivery.
The coat to wear with it, and what to add
We list the coat first. We chose it by where this hem falls.
The Nela Midi Dress in Ivory is a spaghetti-strap A-line midi in soft textured ivory with a subtle diagonal weave, a V neckline, and a pleated, flared skirt. It is for the woman who wants the glow of ivory at a wedding weekend without bridal white: the textured ivory carries enough warmth to suit most skin tones and reads as quietly dressed rather than festive.
Fabric
European construction in a textured ivory weave whose depth photographs softly under daylight and warm evening light. The ivory reads as luminous rather than stark white, so it sits respectfully beside bridal whites, and the weight suits outdoor summer occasions where you will stand through a long ceremony or reception. Designed and crafted in Europe as part of Luna Fashion House. Featured at OC Fashion Week 2026, Catalina Island runway. European atelier construction since 1990.
Fit
True to size through the bodice, with delicate spaghetti straps and a V neckline. The A-line silhouette flares gently from the waist into a pleated midi skirt. Sizes extend down to 0. Between sizes, choose the smaller for a closer bodice line or the larger for more ease at the bust. See the Luna sizing guide for measurements. Model is 5 foot 9 inches wearing size 2. The length is 46” from the back of the neck to the hem on a size 2.
Styling
For outdoor summer weddings as a guest, carry the Jody Lace Clutch Bag in Ivory with block-heel sandals for tonal continuity.
For bridal showers and Mother's Day, the Klara Structured Mini Handbag in a soft neutral with pearl drops keeps the focus on the texture.
For rehearsal dinners and welcome nights on a destination wedding weekend, the Iris Short Tailored Coat in Beige layers cleanly when the evening cools.
For cocktail evenings and warm-weather galas, the Julia Evening Clutch Bag in Yellow adds a single color note against the ivory.
For milestone birthday afternoons, the Loretta Silk Floral Scarf works as a light layer.
Warm gold reads richer with ivory than silver; hold one metal across all hardware. Pearl drops sit cleanly against the spaghetti-strap line.
Care
Machine washable on a gentle cycle. Air dry. Steam or iron on low if needed. Spot clean gently with cold water; ivory shows watermarks more than darker tones. Do not bleach. Store on a broad padded hanger.
Featured in the Italian Coastal Wedding Guest guide, the Wedding Guest Dress for Women Over 50 guide, and the 50th Birthday Outfit guide. Explore the Spring and Summer Wedding Edit, the Destination Wedding Edit, and the Luna Dress Edit.
The coat over it
The ivory Nela looks buttercream in the studio photos and off white in daylight, and black wool is the clearest contrast for it. The Black Wool Wrap Coat, Nicole ($825) has the full skirt the pleats need and finishes within an inch of the dress hem. At the same price, the Gray Herringbone Wool Wrap Coat, Nicole measures the same as the dress on a size 2.
Why Luna Fashion House
Every piece is designed and handmade in our own European atelier in a small, limited run, so what you wear is made with care rather than mass produced. We have made occasion wear this way since 1990, and eligible items can be returned within 14 days of delivery.
The coat to wear with it, and what to add
We list the coat first. We chose it by where this hem falls.
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