Kivu Dress

This dress is rendered in a high-shine metallic knit that hugs the frame with a weighted, fluid drape. The surface is punctuated by dimensional crocheted floral appliqués, adding a tactile, botanical contrast to the otherwise sleek, architectural silhouette. It sits close to the body, leaning into a 90s-inflected minimalism that feels at home in the golden hour light of a coastal evening.

Safety Rating: Lowest

Analysis: The garment is composed of a 60/40 blend of viscose and polyester. The use of standard viscose involves intensive chemical processing, while the high percentage of polyester—a petroleum-based plastic—limits breathability and increases the likelihood of heat entrapment against the skin.