• Natural fibers go beyond casual basics in white or beige
  • World mythologies translated into original prints. Norse, Yoruba, Sumerian, Egyptian, Celtic, Greek...
  • Natural fibers go beyond casual basics in white or beige
  • World mythologies translated into original prints. Norse, Yoruba, Sumerian, Egyptian, Celtic, Greek...
  • Natural fibers go beyond casual basics in white or beige
  • World mythologies translated into original prints. Norse, Yoruba, Sumerian, Egyptian, Celtic, Greek...
  • Natural fibers go beyond casual basics in white or beige
  • World mythologies translated into original prints. Norse, Yoruba, Sumerian, Egyptian, Celtic, Greek...
  • Natural fibers go beyond casual basics in white or beige
  • World mythologies translated into original prints. Norse, Yoruba, Sumerian, Egyptian, Celtic, Greek...
  • Natural fibers go beyond casual basics in white or beige
  • World mythologies translated into original prints. Norse, Yoruba, Sumerian, Egyptian, Celtic, Greek...

Aphrodite's Shore Ramie & Cotton Maxi Dress with Pockets
$489.00 USD
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Product Information

The dress is made in a heavyweight 80% ramie / 20% cotton blend and fully lined in breathable 100% cotton, this dress combines natural luster, structure, and comfort. Ramie is a plant fiber from the nettle family, valued for its strength and crisp, sculptural hand; here, it gives the collar, neckline, bodice, bishop sleeves, and gathered maxi skirt their refined shape.

An original Diva Thea interpretation of Aphrodite’s mythic realm, the unbleached ivory print layers roses, pomegranates, seashells, sea birds, floating pearls, and gold-accented vines. The full gathered skirt creates volume and movement, while discreet side-seam pockets and enclosed interior seams bring considered function to the finish.

Wear it to garden celebrations, cultural gatherings, art openings, destination dinners, and warm-weather occasions when you want a full-length natural-fiber dress with architectural presence and an original mythological story. A concealed hidden zipper is the non-textile functional synthetic component for closure.
Delivery

Ships quickly from Dallas, Texas with complimentary standard shipping. Tracking is emailed as soon as your order is on the way. Handling time is less than 48 hours. 

Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery. Return Policy

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Measurements

In inches - US Regular Size

XXS (US 0)
Chest: 32.7 | Waist: 26.8 | Hem Sweep: 88.6

XS (US 2)
Chest: 34.3 | Waist: 28.3 | Hem Sweep: 91.7

S (US 4–6)
Chest: 35.8 | Waist: 29.9 | Hem Sweep: 94.9

M (US 8–10)
Chest: 37.4 | Waist: 31.5 | Hem Sweep: 98.0

L (US 12–14)
Chest: 39.0 | Waist: 33.1 | Hem Sweep: 101.2

XL (US 16)
Chest: 40.6 | Waist: 34.6 | Hem Sweep: 104.3

Notes:
1) This style has a little extra room at the waist for easier breathing, sitting, and movement while keeping the intended shape of the dress. If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing down.

2) Hem Sweep is the full measurement around the bottom edge of the skirt. On this dress, it ranges from about 89 to 104 inches depending on size, giving the linen cotton skirt a full, flowing shape with plenty of movement without feeling overly wide or heavy.
Care Instructions

Ramie resists odor naturally, which means you can wear this dress multiple times between washes without it holding scent. That is an inherent property of the fiber.

Care Instructions

Washing
Hand wash or machine wash cold on a gentle cycle. Turn inside out before washing. Use a mild detergent. Do not bleach. Do not wring or twist.

Drying
Hang to air dry or lay flat. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight while drying.

Ironing
Iron on medium heat while slightly damp. Steam is recommended to release natural creases, particularly through the gathered skirt. Iron on the reverse side to protect the print.

Dry Cleaning
Dry clean is optional if preferred.

Notes on the fabric
Ramie is stronger than linen and naturally resistant to mildew and odor, so the dress stays fresh through extended wear without requiring frequent washing. Subtle creasing is part of how the fiber behaves; steam releases it in minutes.
The cotton in the blend softens the hand of the fabric and adds flexibility without compromising the structure ramie provides.
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Questions and answers about this item

What is ramie and how is it different from linen?

Ramie is a natural bast fiber derived from the stalks of a plant in the nettle family. Like linen, it's plant-derived and breathable. Unlike linen, ramie has a natural luster built into the fiber itself, is stronger per strand, and stays cooler to the touch in humid conditions. The 20% cotton in this blend softens the hand and adds drape, and ramie doesn't carry the same stiffness risk as pure linen when cut on the bias.

What is the botanical print based on?

The print draws on the same Aphrodite iconography as Botticelli's classical work: roses, coral forms, and gold vine details drawn from that visual tradition rather than reproduced from a single painting. The pattern is original, developed in-house by Diva Thea.

Is ramie sustainable?

Ramie is a natural fiber that requires no irrigation beyond rainfall in its native growing regions and no pesticides in standard cultivation, and it produces multiple harvests per year from a single planting. Diva Thea doesn't use sustainability language without factual basis and legal review, what can be stated factually is that ramie is a natural fiber, plant-derived, and doesn't involve synthetic chemistry in its base production. Full textile composition is listed above under Fabric and Construction.

Can this dress be worn to a black-tie event?

The long sleeve, V-neckline, and ramie luster position this dress for formal occasion wear. Whether it meets a specific black-tie dress code depends on the event and how that code is interpreted; the construction standard, fiber quality, and silhouette are consistent with formal wear. The Concierge is available by appointment for specific styling questions.

How do I care for this dress?

Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle. Air dry flat or tumble dry low. The ramie and cotton blend softens with each wash without losing structural character. Iron on medium heat on the reverse side while slightly damp if smoothing is needed, and treat any contact staining promptly since the ivory ground won't mask it.

Ramie is derived from the stalks of a flowering plant in the nettle family. Its documented use in textile production extends back several thousand years, with evidence of cultivation in ancient China, Egypt, and across East and Southeast Asia. It's one of the strongest natural fibers available, stronger than cotton and comparable to silk in tensile strength, without the animal origin.

It resists bacteria and odor naturally, doesn't hold onto moisture, and dries faster than cotton or linen while getting softer with each wash and wear cycle. These are fiber properties, not marketing claims, they're measurable and repeatable.

Cooler Than Linen, Stronger Than Cotton, Naturally Lustrous

Ramie doesn't trap heat the way linen can in high-humidity environments. The natural luster is visible in the fabric surface: it reflects light evenly rather than absorbing it, which under interior light produces a soft glow. In photographs, it reads as a luminous ivory rather than a flat white, an ethereal quality that comes from the fiber. The cotton share moderates the stiffness pure ramie carries, producing a drape that's fluid through the body without the weight of silk.

Construction Details

Long Sleeve, V-Neckline, Ivory Ground

The dress is long-sleeved, with the sleeve sitting at the wrist without requiring adjustment. The V neckline is cut to a formal depth that holds without adhesive; the bodice construction distributes support across the torso, and most regular bra styles work with this cut. The ivory ground reads as warm rather than stark white.

Side Pockets, Concealed Hardware
Side pockets are built into the seam. Any hardware, including the concealed zipper where the construction calls for one, sits inside the garment with no exposed elements at the exterior, the garment's exterior presents clean lines without visible closures.

Occasions and Care

Aphrodite's Shore is built for formal occasion wear. The long sleeve and V-neckline read at gala, wedding guest, and formal dinner formality, and the ramie-cotton blend performs across variable environments because the fiber regulates temperature rather than trapping it. Every Diva Thea piece shares the same construction standard: enclosed seams and a lining chosen to match the shell, not cut as a shortcut. Full textile composition and any non-textile functional components for this piece are listed above under Fabric and Construction.

Dress it down for daytime with sandals and minimal jewelry; the long sleeve and V-neck carry the same polish without the full formal styling.

The ramie and cotton blend softens progressively with each wash. It shouldn't be washed on high heat, gentle cycle, cold water, air dry flat or tumble dry low. The ivory ground responds best to prompt treatment of any contact staining.
Sizes run from XXS to XL. The long sleeve fits true to size through the shoulder and upper arm.

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