How to Style a Satin Slip Dress, and How to Keep It Looking New
A satin slip is the most versatile dress in a wardrobe and the least forgiving about what goes underneath. Here is how to wear one and how to look after it.
What to wear underneath
Satin shows every line, so wear seamless underwear, a shaping bodysuit or nothing but stick-on support with a backless cut. Avoid lace and anything with a seam across the hip.
Three ways to style it
- Wedding guest. Slip maxi, block heel, cropped knit or blazer, small bag.
- Dinner. Slip midi with a fine knit over the top tucked at the front, and boots.
- Night out. Slip mini with a faux leather jacket and a heeled mule.
Creases, snags and washing
- Hang it the moment it arrives. Most travel creases drop out overnight.
- Steam rather than iron. If you must iron, use the lowest setting on the reverse, through a cloth.
- Keep it away from rings and rough nails, which snag satin more than anything else.
- Wash cold on a gentle cycle in a mesh bag, and dry flat away from radiators.
Where to look
Satin slips sit across maxi dresses, midi dresses and mini dresses, and the cowl-neck styles are in most wanted.
US to US size conversion
Kovelle sizes are shown in US numbers in the United States and in US numbers in the United States and Canada, so you always shop in the sizing you know. The conversion is two sizes down from US to US.
| US | US | EU |
|---|---|---|
| US 2 | US 2 | EU 34 |
| US 4 | US 4 | EU 36 |
| US 6 | US 6 | EU 38 |
| US 8 | US 8 | EU 40 |
| US 10 | US 10 | EU 42 |
| US 12 | US 12 | EU 44 |
Every product page carries a Size and fit section with the body measurements for that piece, and a fit verdict that says whether it runs small, true to size or large.
Shipping, returns and paying
Every order is dispatched the same day. Standard shipping is free, express next day is available at checkout, and returns are free for 21 days from the day your order arrives. 20% off everything is applied automatically at checkout, so you pay 20% less than the price on the product page. Pay later options is available in the United States, and PayPal, Google Pay and cards are accepted everywhere.
Questions people ask
What bra do you wear with a slip dress?
A seamless bra, a shaping bodysuit or stick-on cups if the back or straps are cut away.
Can you wear a satin slip dress in autumn?
Yes. Add a knit, a blazer or a faux fur jacket, and swap sandals for boots or a closed heel.
How do you get creases out of satin?
Hang it overnight first, then steam it. Direct ironing on a high heat will mark the fabric.