Silk Maxi Dress with Open Collar & High Waist – Black with Artistic Print

High-Waist Printed Silk Maxi Dress – Vol.3 Collection “Folded in Medici”

An artistic blend of elegance, culture, and craftsmanship

This one-of-a-kind maxi dress is a statement of wearable art. Designed with a high-waist silhouette and crafted from 100% Italian pure silk, it flows effortlessly with every movement. The original collage print, inspired by traditional Japanese paper art and Florentine Renaissance mosaics, adds vivid depth and story to the piece.

Featuring an open shirt collar, wide short sleeves, and complex pleating around the waist, this dress sculpts a feminine silhouette with fluid draping and structure. A bold 62 cm side slit enhances its allure and makes it a standout piece perfect for special occasions or elevated resort wear.

✧ Key Features

• Material: Top – 100% Silk (Black), Bottom – 100% Silk with Original Paper Art Print in Black, Green, Blue, and Red

• Design:

  • Open shirt collar and short sleeves for a relaxed yet elegant look

  • High-waisted cut with intricate pleats for graceful drape and definition

  • Maxi length with dramatic 62 cm side slit for added movement and femininity

  • Invisible center back zipper (48 cm) and one metal hook for a clean finish

  • Two mother-of-pearl buttons at front for subtle detail

• Construction: No lining for a light, airy silhouette

✧ Garment Measurements (CM)

Model Nicole (Height: 175 cm / Bust: 83 / Waist: 60 / Hip: 90) wears size M

✧ Care Instructions

Please hand wash delicately or consult a professional cleaning specialist for dry cleaning to maintain the fine quality of the silk.

✧ About the Collection – Folded in Medici

Blending the ancient precision of Japanese origami with the rich artistic legacy of the Medici era in Florence, this collection reinterprets classical Western garments with folding techniques that celebrate culture, art, and innovation. The exclusive paper collage prints, using motifs of birds, butterflies, and flowers, are inspired by Pietra Dura—a Renaissance technique of crafting images with semi-precious stones. Each garment is a wearable art piece, crafted in Japan with meticulous attention to detail.

✧ Why You'll Love It

• A unique blend of Japanese and Italian heritage

• Luxurious pure silk fabric with a soft, flowing finish

• Designed to move and flatter the body with artistic elegance

• Bold enough for an event, yet comfortable enough for resort or gallery wear

Be bold. Be cultured. Be unforgettable.
With this piece from YOJIRO KAKE’s Folded in Medici collection, you don’t just wear a dress—you wear a story.