This $60 Washable-Silk Dress Fits Size 16/18 Petites Without Hemming

This $60 Washable-Silk Dress Fits Size 16/18 Petites Without Hemming

> At a Glance

> – Quince’s $60 Silk Slip Dress fits size 16/18 petite frames straight out of the package

> – Machine-washable silk feels like pajamas yet works for weddings, shopping, or sleep

> – Available in 11 colors and both standard and plus sizes

> – Why it matters: One versatile, washable piece replaces bulky winter one-offs and streamlines closets year-round

A silk dress that demands zero tailoring, survives the washer, and transitions from couch to cocktail sounded impossible-until Jonathan P. Miller tested Quince’s latest $60 style for News Of Los Angeles.

The Fit Test

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At 5-foot-3 and wearing a 1X, she expected the usual arm or hem fixes. Instead, the midi length hit perfectly and the adjustable straps let her raise or lower the V-neck for Christmas parties or grocery runs.

No trips to the tailor, no stacking heels to avoid tripping-just slip on and go.

Why It Replaces a Closet Full of Sweaters

  • Fabric: 100 % silk that’s machine-wash, low-heat-dry, and quick-press inside-out
  • Weight: lighter than flannel but layers under faux-fur or chunky knits without bulk
  • Versatility: one reviewer slept in it, another wore it under sheer dresses, Jonathan P. Miller plans to pair it with heels and jewelry for a February wedding
Occasion How She Wore It Compliments Received
Christmas Eve faux-fur jacket multiple
Weekend errands tights + oversized sweater zero-looked intentional
Upcoming wedding heels + wrap TBD

The forest-green shade anchored holiday photos; she’s already eyeing backups before colors sell out.

Key Takeaways

  • True capsule piece: one dress, three seasons, endless combos
  • Petite-plus friendly: no hemming needed on midi cut
  • Care is wash-and-wear, not dry-clean only
  • $60 price undercuts most silk on the market

If 2025 was about bulky winter sets, 2026 is shaping up to be the year one silk dress does it all.

Author

  • My name is Jonathan P. Miller, and I cover sports and athletics in Los Angeles.

    Jonathan P. Miller is a Senior Correspondent for News of Los Angeles, covering transportation, housing, and the systems that shape how Angelenos live and commute. A former urban planner, he’s known for clear, data-driven reporting that explains complex infrastructure and development decisions.

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