Bahia Mini Dress — WAYF
Our Bahia Mini Dress captures that sun-soaked vacation feeling you want to bottle up and bring home. We designed this dress with a relaxed A-line silhouette that skims the body without clinging, making it ideal for warm days when you want to look pulled-together but feel completely comfortable.
Fabric & fit details
Fabric & Construction Details
We chose a medium-weight cotton weave for the Bahia Mini Dress because it delivers structure without stiffness. The fabric has a subtle texture that catches the light beautifully and resists wrinkling better than lightweight voiles.
Sizing & Fit Guidance
The Bahia runs true to size with a relaxed fit through the bust and waist. If you’re between sizes, we recommend sizing down for a more tailored look or staying with your usual size for maximum ease.
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Questions About the Bahia Mini Dress
The dress measures 32 inches from shoulder to hem across all sizes. On someone 5’4″, it typically hits 4-5 inches above the knee. Taller heights around 5’8″ or above will see it sit slightly higher, closer to mid-thigh. The adjustable tie straps let you raise or lower the bodice by about an inch, which can affect the overall length slightly.
Yes, you can machine wash the Bahia on a gentle or delicate cycle in cold water. We recommend placing it inside a mesh laundry bag to protect the tie straps and using a mild detergent. Hang it to dry rather than putting it in the dryer—the cotton fabric air-dries fairly quickly and this helps maintain the shape and prevent shrinkage.
We currently offer the Bahia Mini Dress in white, black, and a soft terracotta shade. Seasonal colors are introduced throughout the year based on customer demand. Sign up for our email list to receive notifications when new colorways become available.
Yes, the entire dress is fully lined with a soft cotton voile lining. The lining extends through the bodice and skirt, providing complete opacity and added comfort. This makes the dress suitable for bright outdoor settings without any concerns about sheerness.
Each shoulder strap features a cotton tie that threads through the bodice and can be adjusted to your preferred length. You simply pull the ties tighter for a shorter strap or loosen them for more length. The ties are reinforced with bar tack stitching at the attachment points for durability and can be tied in a bow or knotted flat depending on your preference.
The square neckline and adjustable straps work well with most bra styles, including standard bras, strapless bras, and adhesive bras. Many customers wear the dress with a strapless or bandeau bra for a seamless look. The tie straps can be adjusted to sit slightly wider or narrower on the shoulders to accommodate different bra strap placements.
We accept returns within 30 days of purchase for unworn, unwashed items with original tags attached. You’ll receive a full refund to your original payment method minus return shipping costs. Exchanges for different sizes ship free, and our customer service team can help you determine the best size before you return if you have questions about fit.