Manhattan One Shoulder Gown | Marcella

One shoulder. One sleeve. One silhouette that anchors a wardrobe. The Manhattan One Shoulder Gown is an asymmetric minimalist occasion dress built around a halter neckline that extends into a single fitted long sleeve on one side, framing a fully open back on the other. The geometry is deliberate, the effect architectural. She is cut in European ponte, also known as Punto di Roma, a structured mid-stretch knit with enough body to sculpt a mermaid silhouette and enough give to move with you through a long evening. The fabric sits close without pulling, drapes at the hem without clinging, and holds its shape across hours of wear. Reviewers consistently describe it as heavier and richer than expected, a thickness that reads as considered rather than restrictive. The open back is the counterpoint to the covered sleeve: maximum exposure in the back, clean coverage in the front, with an asymmetric shoulder line that makes the whole construction feel resolved rather than revealing. It is the kind of elegant long sleeved dress with an edgy minimalist line that works at a cocktail reception, a black-tie gala, a city wedding, or a formal dinner where you want the silhouette to carry the room without trying to. A step-by-step tutorial is available if you would like guidance on styling the neckline. Available in Black and Burgundy, sizes XS through XXXL. A petite-friendly version is also available. Fits true to size. [SPLIT] • Milana is 5'9.5" (176.5 cm) tall, wearing size XS. • Total length is approximately 53" (134 cm). • Fit: True to size. Mid stretch. Fitted. • European Ponte, also known as Punto di Roma: 77% Viscose, 18% Polyamide, 5% Elastane. • Machine wash or hand wash in cold water, and lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry. Do not bleach. Iron on low heat. Steam after washing to smooth any creases. • Designed in NYC. Handcrafted in Europe. • Our production team enjoys a living wage, a 40-hour work week with paid overtime, free health insurance and 20 days annual paid vacation.