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Chancery Dress WQ052
$118.00

You loved the fuller shape of the Finsbury Wool Dress, so we’ve added a Ponte style with a fitted bodice and a swishy skirt. Navy and Graphite Marl options can also be worn with our Breadwinner Blazer.

Please Note:
Please note that the seam on this style is positioned at the empire, not at the waist.

  • 41% cotton 29% polyamide 27% modal 3% elastane
  • Machine washable
  • Flattering fitted shape through bust and waist with a full skirt
  • Short sleeves
  • Length finishes at knee
  • Unlined
  • Pleat detail at neckline
  • Concealed side zip
  • Imported
Garment Measurement  (inches)
 2 R4 R4 L6 R6 L8 R8 L10 R10 L
Front length4040¼4340½43½40¾43¾4141
Chest circumference3132¾32¾34¼34¼35¾35¾37¾37¾
Front neck drop5555555
Waist circumference2627½27½292930¾30¾32¾32¾
Hip circumference45¼47¼47¼49¼49¼51¼51¼5353
Hem circumference100½102½102½104¼104¼106¼106¼108¼108¼
Sleeve length5555
 12 R12 L14 R14 L16 R16 L18 L
Front length41½44½424542¼42¼45¾
Chest circumference39¾39¾424244½44½47
Front neck drop
Waist circumference353537¼37¼39½39½42
Hip circumference55½55½585860¼60¼62½
Hem circumference110½110½113113115½115½117¾
Sleeve length660

REVIEW SUMMARY

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4.3

(based on 59 reviews)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (53)
  • Practical (40)
  • Great design (39)
  • Well made (36)
  • Durable (26)

Cons

  • Bad design (5)
  • Poor fit (4)

Best Uses

  • Wear to work (50)
  • Night out (28)
  • Special occasions (24)
  • Casual wear (16)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      88% 

      (43 reviews)

      Feels too large

       
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Classic dresser (43), Casual dresser (12), Trendy/stylish dresser (4)
    • Comfort vs Style:
    • Comfort driven (39), Style driven (15)

Reviewed by 59 customers

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5.0

Perfect for work!

By jnp242

from Washington, DC

About Me Classic Dresser

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        I loved this dress so much I came back and bought the rest of the colors!

        This dress is absolutely perfect for work in the summer. It's even machine washable!

        • Age:
        • 25-34 yrs old
        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Comfort vs Style:
        • Comfort Driven
         
        5.0

        My Go-to dress - style, color & comfort

        By WestEndGal

        from New York

        About Me Classic Dresser

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Feminine
        • Great Design
        • Practical
        • Well Made
        • Wrinkle Resistant

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Night Out
          • Wear To Work

          This is my favorite Boden dress and it looks exactly like pictured in the emerald green. I like the fact it isn't lined as that would just add extra fabric. It has a full skirt but not too much fabric and hangs better than some of the jersey knit dresses. If you arent as short waisted as i am, the empire waist might feel a bit high. I am 5'7" and 130lbs and the size 8R is perfect (i wear a 6 or 8 in Boden). I had considered buying the 8L but am glad i didnt as it doesnt need the extra length and hits just at bottom of the knee on me. I would buy it in other colors in the next sale.

          • Age:
          • 45-54 yrs old
          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Comfort vs Style:
          • Comfort Driven
           
          5.0

          Simply Fabulous

          By Suzie

          from New York, New York

          About Me Classic Dresser

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Great Design
          • Practical
          • Retains Shape
          • Washes Well
          • Well Made
          • Wrinkle Resistant

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Special Occasions

            Feels wonderful and looks even better!!!

            • Age:
            • 55-64 yrs old
            • Comfort vs Style:
            • Comfort Driven
             
            5.0

            Classic lines and wonderful fabric

            By Nan

            from Michigan

            About Me Classic Dresser

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Durable
            • Great Design
            • Practical
            • Retains Shape
            • Washes Well
            • Well Made
            • Wrinkle Resistant

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Wear To Work

              Beautiful, flattering dress for the hourglass figure, but I would guess it to be good for most shapes. Fabric has some weight, so it feels as though this dress will last, which is great, since it is a classic style. I bought the navy and plan to love it for a long time as easy and put-together work wear.

              • Age:
              • 45-54 yrs old
              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Comfort vs Style:
              • Comfort Driven
               
              5.0

              LOVE!

              By JT

              from Southwest USA

              About Me Classic Dresser

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Great Design
              • Practical
              • Retains Shape
              • Wrinkle Resistant

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear
                • Night Out
                • Special Occasions
                • Wear To Work

                Received the dress, took it out of the bag, ironed it, wore it out the door. The compliments have not stopped coming. Wore with flats for Audrey Hepburn look, and added chunky necklace. Smoothed my bumps and flattered my curves.Perfect!

                • Age:
                • 45-54 yrs old
                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Comfort vs Style:
                • Comfort Driven
                 
                5.0

                My new favorite dress

                By chocolatelover

                from Utah

                About Me Classic Dresser

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Great Design
                • Practical
                • Well Made

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Casual Wear
                  • Night Out
                  • Special Occasions
                  • Wear To Work

                  This dress is elegant, flattering, and washable. I'm 5'10" and the tall hits just below the knee (perfect length). I ordered one size up from my usual size, and I'm glad I did because the bust seemed a little small. I'm back to order another in a different color, and would love to have this dress in every color (Boden, please consider offering it in red the next time you make a similar dress).

                  • Age:
                  • 25-34 yrs old
                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels too small
                  • Comfort vs Style:
                  • Style Driven
                   
                  5.0

                  Drop. Dead. Classy.

                  By Peliroja

                  from North Carolina

                  About Me Trendy/Stylish Dresser

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Durable
                  • Great Design
                  • Practical
                  • Retains Shape
                  • Well Made

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Special Occasions
                    • Wear To Work

                    I purchased this dress in green, and am SO glad I did. I was initially concerned about the higher price point, but let me tell you - it is absolutely worth it. The design is flawless; it fits perfectly. Moreover, the fact that it is machine washable blows my mind.

                    It is one of those stand-out dresses: Although it has many simple elements to it, the details (pleated neckline, large, "swishy" skirt) make it a total gem... Wear it and you'll be sure to get several compliments. I plan on wearing it mainly in business casual settings, but could also see myself wearing it for some special occasions as well.

                    Definitely one of my all-time top 3 Boden purchases!

                    • Age:
                    • 25-34 yrs old
                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Comfort vs Style:
                    • Style Driven
                     
                    5.0

                    Very comfortable, flattering fit

                    By Chels

                    from Chicago

                    About Me Classic Dresser

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Great Design
                    • Practical
                    • Retains Shape

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Wear To Work

                      Ordered in green and is a true bright Irish green. Fit is very flattering (I am petite but on the curvy side). At 5'2" the 6R does fall just below the knee as pictured. The fabric has a bit of stretch to it which makes it quite comfortable. It is not lined so perhaps not of the same quality as other Boden pieces, but then also more lightweight to wear through the summer. Perfect for my work.

                      • Age:
                      • 25-34 yrs old
                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                       
                      5.0

                      Lovely, Simply Lovely

                      By Stylish and Classic Mix

                      from Houston, TX USA

                      About Me Classic Dresser

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • Durable
                      • Great Design
                      • Professional
                      • Retains Shape
                      • Stylish
                      • Well Made

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Night Out
                        • Wear To Work

                        This is a beautiful dress. The pleats on the bodice are well made and do not stand "up" on a medium-large chest. They actually enhance.

                        The fabric, as with all Boden offerings, is of a soft hand, and drapes well - even though thick like ponte.

                        The skirt flares and drapes, although is terribly long and needs hemming...to be at mid to lower knee.

                        What a great tribute to Dior's The New Dress of the 1950s...but in a modern way. Great shoes, statement necklace and bracelet .. and you're ready for the boardroom (maybe with a jacket or jumper) and the dining room.

                        How about one in a print for fall, Boden? Or more colors? Long sleeved (not 3/4 please) for all?

                        More!

                        • Age:
                        • 45-54 yrs old
                        • Sizing:
                        • Feels true to size
                        • Comfort vs Style:
                        • Style Driven
                         
                        4.0

                        Love!!

                        By klevrgirl

                        from Los Angeles

                        About Me Classic Dresser

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Comfortable
                        • Durable
                        • Practical
                        • Retains Shape
                        • Wrinkle Resistant

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Night Out
                          • Wear To Work

                          I just received this and couldn't wait to wear it to a recent event. The compliments were flying left and right, I couldn't dodge them!!

                          Color is fabulous, material is thick enough to hide my body's imperfections yet thin enough to be fab for summer

                          it is a perfect dress, and that green says WOW :)

                          • Age:
                          • 45-54 yrs old
                          • Sizing:
                          • Feels true to size
                          • Comfort vs Style:
                          • Style Driven

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