Empire Dress
The Empire Dress is designed in ALQUEMA's heat-set vertical pleat fabric, with a V-neckline and short puffed sleeves gathered at the cuff. A drawstring ties in at the empire waist, then the pleat opens into a full A-line through to the midi hem. The vertical pleat holds its form through the day and returns to shape without ironing. Wear it with the drawstring pulled in or left loose, from morning through evening.
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100% Japanese Yarn
All Alquema garments are unique, handmade and hand pleated with care. To maintain their beauty and longevity, we recommend you treat them well.
Wash by hand in cold water with a dash of mild, natural detergent. Flat dry your Alquema and please do not tumble dry or apply any heat.
To dry, lay the garment flat and leave in a shaded area. Once dry, store your garment in a cool, dry place. Hanging such garments for long periods of time may cause stretching at the shoulders and neck.
Australian Orders
Domestic Australian shipping is free for all orders over AUD$100.00.
Australian orders valued under AUD$100.00 are subject to a flat rate shipping fee of AUD$13.00
Domestic Australian orders are dispatched via Australia Post Express satchels and are generally received within 1-3 days from the time of shipping.
Once your order is dispatched, we will notify you of your tracking number.
Orders are generally dispatched within 5 business days of receipt of your order, except over busy periods (sales, holiday seasons etc), where increased demand may create a slight delay.
Orders are processed and shipped between Monday and Friday from our head office. Order processing and shipping does not occur on Weekends or Public Holidays.
New Zealand Orders
Shipping to New Zealand is free for all orders over AUD$600.00.
New Zealand orders valued under AUD$600.00 are subject to a flat rate shipping fee of AUD$30.00
New Zealand orders are dispatched via Australia Post Express satchels and are generally received within 5-10 days from the time of shipping.
Once your order is dispatched, we will notify you of your tracking number.
Orders are generally dispatched within 5 business days of receipt of your order, except over busy periods (sales, holiday seasons etc), where increased demand may create a slight delay.
Orders are processed and shipped between Monday and Friday from our head office. Order processing and shipping does not occur on Weekends or Public Holidays.
International Orders
International shipping is free for orders valued over AUD$600.00
International orders valued under AUD$600.00 are subject to a flat rate shipping fee of AUD$40.00
International orders are dispatched via FedEx International Economy service and are received within 3-7 days from the time of shipping. We do not ship to the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany and Austria at this time.
Once your order is dispatched, we will notify you of your tracking number.
Orders are generally dispatched within 5 business days of receipt of your order, except over busy periods (sales, holiday seasons, etc), where increased demand may mean a slight delay.
Orders are processed and shipped between Monday and Friday from our flagship store. Order processing and shipping does not occur on Weekends or Public Holidays.
Any order shipped outside of Australia may be subject to local duties, taxes or fees applicable in the country of destination, the recipient will be responsible for any duties, taxes or fees charged in relation to the order.
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THE LANGUAGE OF PLEATS
Designed to be felt, not just seen.
DESIGNED TO INSPIRE, CRAFTED TO LAST
