Dresses
Dresses
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Black Luxury Harlow Dress
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Black Glow Harlow Dress
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Vintage Pink Cotton Harlow Dress
Vintage Pink Cotton Harlow Dress
Regular price $159.95 Sale price $79.95Sale price $79.95 Regular price $159.95 -
Soft Chocolate Tencel Lola Dress
Soft Chocolate Tencel Lola Dress
Regular price $139.95 Sale price $59.95Sale price $59.95 Regular price $139.95 -
Pewter Washed Linen Bias Dress
Pewter Washed Linen Bias Dress
Regular price $179.95 Sale price $99.95Sale price $99.95 Regular price $179.95 -
Tan/Navy Stripe Knit Dress
Tan/Navy Stripe Knit Dress
Regular price $159.95 Sale price $89.95Sale price $89.95 Regular price $159.95 -
Black Tencel Lola Dress
Black Tencel Lola Dress
Regular price $139.95 Sale price $59.95Sale price $59.95 Regular price $139.95 -
Burgundy Washed Cotton Diamante Dress
Burgundy Washed Cotton Diamante Dress
Regular price $149.95 Sale price $99.95Sale price $99.95 Regular price $149.95 -
Black Tencel A-Line Dress
Black Tencel A-Line Dress
Regular price $149.95 Sale price $84.95Sale price $84.95 Regular price $149.95 -
Blue/Tan Glow Fluted Harlow Dress
Blue/Tan Glow Fluted Harlow Dress
Regular price $159.95 Sale price $89.95Sale price $89.95 Regular price $159.95 -
Oatmeal Washed Linen Bias Dress
Oatmeal Washed Linen Bias Dress
Regular price $179.95 Sale price $99.95Sale price $99.95 Regular price $179.95 -
Blue Tencel Dolman Dress
Blue Tencel Dolman Dress
Regular price $149.95 Sale price $64.95Sale price $64.95 Regular price $149.95 -
Red Washed Cotton Sport Dress
Red Washed Cotton Sport Dress
Regular price $159.95 Sale price $79.95Sale price $79.95 Regular price $159.95 -
Black Tencel Slip Dress
Black Tencel Slip Dress
Regular price $99.95 Sale price $49.95Sale price $49.95 Regular price $99.95 -
Brown/Beige Tencel Dolman Dress
Brown/Beige Tencel Dolman Dress
Regular price $149.95 Sale price $39.95Sale price $39.95 Regular price $149.95 -
Sage Stripe Cotton Sport Dress
Sage Stripe Cotton Sport Dress
Regular price $139.95 Sale price $89.95Sale price $89.95 Regular price $139.95 -
Indigo Washed Cotton Sport Dress
Indigo Washed Cotton Sport Dress
Regular price $159.95 Sale price $79.95Sale price $79.95 Regular price $159.95 -
White Chiffon A-Line Dress
White Chiffon A-Line Dress
Regular price $139.95 Sale price $79.95Sale price $79.95 Regular price $139.95 -
Blue Stripe Cotton Sport Dress
Blue Stripe Cotton Sport Dress
Regular price $139.95 Sale price $89.95Sale price $89.95 Regular price $139.95 -
Khaki Washed Cotton Sport Dress
Khaki Washed Cotton Sport Dress
Regular price $159.95 Sale price $79.95Sale price $79.95 Regular price $159.95
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Frequently asked questions
Which dresses come with sleeves for cooler evenings?
Sleeved options include the Pewter Washed Linen Bias Dress, which has a relaxed three‑quarter sleeve that sits at the elbow, making it flattering and comfortable for bigger thighs and cooler evenings. The Tan/Navy Stripe Knit Dress adds a subtle stretch for ease of movement.
How do I choose between midi, A‑line and maxi styles for my body shape?
Midi dresses give a balanced proportion, A‑line dresses add extra room around the hips, and maxi dresses create a flowing line that drapes over the tummy, each cut designed to be flattering and comfortable for curvy bodies. Select the style that matches the event's formality and your personal silhouette preference.
What size should I order if I have a smaller waist and fuller hips?
For a smaller waist and fuller hips, choose dresses with a defined waistline and a slight stretch, such as the Tencel A‑Line Dress, which sits just below the bust, making it flattering and comfortable across the size range 8‑20. If you're between sizes, size up for a relaxed fit that moves with you.
What fabrics are used across the dresses and how easy are they to care for?
The collection uses Tencel, linen, cotton and knit fabrics that provide a breathable, premium feel. These materials are low‑maintenance, often machine‑washable cold and ready to wear, keeping the dresses flattering and comfortable all day. The natural fibres also resist wrinkling, so you look polished from morning coffee to evening dinner.
Can I style a dress from this range for a client meeting and then transition to drinks?
A structured midi like the Black Luxury Harlow Dress pairs perfectly with a tailored blazer for a client meeting, delivering a sleek silhouette that is flattering and comfortable. Swap the blazer for statement earrings and a sleek clutch for drinks, and the dress transitions effortlessly. Complete the look with a crisp shirt from our Tops collection.
What should I wear to a wedding as a guest?
Go for colour and something that makes you feel fabulous. A midi or maxi dress in a bold colour or print is perfect for most weddings, with a statement earring and a heel or wedge if it’s on grass. Steer clear of white and ivory, which belong to the bride, and check the dress code on the invitation. A wedding is the ultimate excuse to wear your good stuff, so go bold.
Is there an age limit on what I can wear to a wedding?
Not a chance. Whether you’re 30 or 60, wear the colour, length and shape that make you feel amazing. If you want some guidance, midi lengths, V-necklines and fluid fabrics that move with you work beautifully on everyone. Add sleeves, a light jacket or a wrap if you’d like arm coverage for the ceremony.
What should I wear as mother of the bride or groom?
Something that feels special and photographs well, because you’ll be in a lot of photos! Choose a colour that sits alongside the wedding palette without matching the bridal party exactly. Ask the couple their colours, then go a shade richer or softer. Midi and A-line dresses are a great choice, especially if you have curves, as they define your waist and then flow over your hips. Look for fluid fabrics with a soft sheen, which look elegant in photos and move beautifully from the ceremony to the dance floor. Add a tailored jacket or wrap for the ceremony, and finish with statement jewellery for a confident look. Need help? Book a styling session in store and our team will put the whole look together with you.
Which dresses suit fuller hips?
Look for wrap, A-line and bias-cut styles. They define your waist and then fall over your hips without clinging. Fluid fabrics with a bit of weight skim rather than stick, and a midi length that finishes below the knee gives you a long, graceful line. Avoid stiff fabrics and tight pencil shapes if you’d rather have room to move.
Will I be able to wear the dress again after the event?
That’s the plan! Choose a dress you’ll love beyond one day. Swap heels for sandals and lose the jewellery for a summer lunch, or add a blazer and boots for winter. A great dress in a bold colour gets worn again and again, which is so much better than leaving it in the wardrobe.
What size should I choose in dresses?
Our dresses come in sizes 8 to 20 in standard Australian sizing, so most women order their usual size. Check the size guide for bust, waist and hip measurements, and size for the biggest of the three. Wrap styles adjust easily. Returns are free within Australia on full-priced items, so you can swap sizes if needed.
What if it doesn’t fit? Can I exchange or return it?
Absolutely. You’ve got 30 days to return or exchange. Returns are free within Australia for full-priced items. Just lodge your return through our Australia Post returns portal, pop the pink returns form in your parcel and drop it at any post office or red post box. You can choose a refund to your original payment method, an exchange for another size, or store credit that never expires. Sale items can be returned at your own postage cost, and items marked Final Sale can’t be returned unless faulty. Prefer to do it in person? You can also return to any Motto store. Questions? Call (03) 9445 1288 or email customercare@motto.com.au.
Can I try them on in store?
Yes! We have five stores around Melbourne: Brighton, Mornington, Niddrie, The Pines in Doncaster East, and Williamstown. Pop in to try on your size, get fit advice from our team, or book a free personal styling session. Stock varies between stores, so if you’re after a particular style or size, give your nearest store a call before you visit. You’ll find store details and hours on our Stores page.