• Baby in a n ivory Kara dress lying down on a fluffy pink rug
  • Close up detail of the Kara silk and Lace sleeve showing detail of the ribbon threading
  • Baby girl wearing the Kara silk special occasion dress with lace trim
  • Baby in a white dress lying on a fluffy pink rug
1 14

Mila & Moss

Kara Dress

Kara Dress

£155.00 GBP
£155.00 GBP
Sale Sold out
Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.
Size

Kara Silk & Venice Lace Christening Dress 

Product Overview

Celebrate your baby's special day in the breathtaking Kara Dress, a luxury heirloom piece handcrafted from the finest 100% silk dupion. Featuring an intricately detailed bodice with premium cotton Venice lace and delicate ribbon weaving, this elegant dress offers a timeless, regal silhouette. Whether for a christening, baptism, wedding, or naming ceremony, the Kara dress ensures a picture-perfect look for a lifetime of memories.

Key Features & Artisan Craftsmanship

  • 100% Pure Dupion Silk: Crafted from premium silk dupion, offering a beautiful natural texture, subtle sheen, and luxurious structure.
  • Exquisite Venice Lace Bodice: The bodice is adorned with stunning cotton Venice lace, featuring a double satin ribbon elegantly woven through the design.
  • Delicate 3/4 Length Sleeves: Beautifully finished with matching cotton guipure lace and sweet, handmade satin ribbon bows.
  • Heritage Fastenings: The back of the dress features a traditional finish with handmade silk-covered buttons and matching silk loop fastenings.
  • Fully Lined for Comfort: Completely lined with soft fabric to ensure a comfortable, pinch-free fit against your baby's delicate skin.
  • Handmade to Order: Proudly handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail for an authentic, high-quality finish.

Specifications

  • Colour: Ivory only
  • Materials: 100% Silk Dupion (Main & Buttons), Cotton Venice Lace (Trim), Satin Ribbon
  • Lining: Fully lined
  • Sleeve Length: 3/4 Length
  • Care & Production: Handmade to order. Specialist Dry Clean
  • Note: Bonnet, booties, and other coordinating accessories are available to order separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of silk is the Kara christening dress made from? The Kara dress is handcrafted from 100% pure dupion silk, known for its elegant texture, crisp structure, and beautiful natural lustre.

Is the Kara baby dress comfortable for a full day event? Yes. The dress is fully lined to ensure all seams and lace detailing are completely smooth against your baby's sensitive skin, providing comfort throughout the day.

How does the Kara silk dress fasten? Designed with traditional styling, the back of the dress fastens using handmade, silk-covered buttons and silk loops.

Delivery

Check our banner at the top of the page for current lead times. Lead times are for gowns, rompers and dresses. Individual accessories are usually made within a few days. Please ask if you need it sooner and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Care Instructions

Care

  • To keep your garment looking it's best for many years we highly recommend dry-cleaning all of our items as soon as possible after wear.
  • We don't recommend using water to clean any of our silk items as it will affect the colour and texture of the material, as well as cause the material to lose its natural sheen
  • If you choose to hand wash your cotton items, use a very mild detergent and rinse items well. Keep in mind that water, heat and detergents can affect the shape, texture and colour of the items and materials. Hang garments to dry, but avoid direct sunlight as this can discolour the materials

Size Chart

Get help from our size guide here

  • Individually Handmade to Order
  • Trusted - nearly 1000 5* reviews in our Etsy store
  • Carefully patterned to match standard baby sizing for a beautiful, dependable fit
View full details