Once Was Carmen Silk Cotton Golden Medina Dress

The OnceWas Carmen Silk Cotton Golden Medina Dress is your statement piece for sun-kissed days and balmy nights. Crafted in a luxurious silk-cotton blend, it drapes beautifully with a light, breathable feel — perfect for summer occasions, long lunches or travel adventures.

The intricate Golden Medina print blends warm gold and rich blue florals, inspired by exotic destinations. A removable self-tie belt lets you define the waist or wear it relaxed and free-flowing — so you can style it your way, every time.

• Lightweight, breathable silk-cotton blend
• Button-through front closure
• Removable self-tie belt
• Maxi length with relaxed fit
• Designed in Melbourne by OnceWas

Styling tip: Pair with neutral slides and gold jewellery for an elevated resort look, or layer with a cropped denim jacket for effortless daytime polish. Shop all dresses or browse the OnceWas collection for more silk-cotton styles.

Model Info

Philippa is an AU size 10 and wears size 10 here. She is 178cm tall, Bust: 89cm, Waist: 71cm, Hip: 96cm.

Garment Measurements

The above values are approximate garment measurements. We recommend comparing them to a similar item in your wardrobe. View size guide

Fabric & Care

Main: 70% Cotton, 30% Silk. Cami: 100% Viscose.
Cool hand wash separately with mild detergent.

FAQs 

What’s the fit like?
Relaxed fit with a removable belt to cinch the waist. True to size for a flowing silhouette.

Is it lined?
Yes, it includes a lightweight viscose cami lining for coverage and comfort.

Can I wear this for events?
Absolutely — its luxurious print and breathable fabric make it perfect for long lunches, resort getaways and evening dinners.

Delivery Options in Australia:

- Free Express post for orders over $150 (Signature required)

- Free Express post for orders over $150 (Leave in a Safe Place) - please note, selecting this option is a risk. We cannot guarantee safe delivery of your parcel if you select this option, therefore in the unlikely (but possible) event your parcel should go missing, finding a resolution with Australia Post will be your responsibility, we will not be able to provide any compensation. 

- $10 Express Post on orders under $150

Our SA customers also now have the option of selecting "Pick Up In Store"- just enter your preferred store to pick up from in the Order Notes section during checkout. We'll contact you when it's ready!

Handling time on all orders ranges from 1-2 business days. 

We are unable to hold orders - if you are pre-ordering and expect you will be away for a time during the deliver month you will need to enter an address where someone will be there to receive it or have it sent to your local post office.

RETURNS: 

• Full Priced items can be returned for a refund or store credit within 14 days of receipt (21 days for international orders)
• Refunds are not offered on Sale items - please see our full Return Policy for more info.
• Please see our full RETURN POLICY for all the info you need including what to do if you receive a faulty item.
• If you ask us to hold your order back from postage because you are going away, for example, please note we cannot accept returns on items that are held here for more than 2 weeks. 

INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY : 

We ship to most countries - unfortunately we are unable to ship the United Kingdom as of Jan 1, 2021 due to changes to VAT collection upon leaving the EU.

Duties / customs fees may be payable please check your local duties and be aware that we do not cover this expense. 

New Zealand : $15 flat rate - Express - 3-8 business days

Rest of World (except UK) : $30 flat rate - Express - 7-15 business days

International returns are accepted providing the item complies with our return policy - just contact us within 3 business days to initiate your return. Return postage cost is not covered by Impulse Boutique.

 At Impulse Boutique / Lumiere Collective we offer loyal customers who have spent more than $500 (excluding returns) with us either online or in store a 10% discount off full priced products during checkout any time they purchase. 

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