Elie Saab Guipure lace silk-blend maxi dress

What stands out about the Elie Saab Guipure lace silk-blend maxi dress is how little it tries — the house lets the construction do the talking.

The premium materials build comes through in a versatile colourway, with a finish that holds up to close inspection.

Built to outlast a season or two, which is really the point of buying at this level.