Known for her classic shapes and elegant tailoring, Carolina Herrera has been designing for First Ladies, actresses and socialiates since 1981. A fan of luxury craftsmanship, you'll notice elegant taffata, silk and velvet are often used in a Herrera's dress. Add an iconic design to your closet and shop Carolina Herrera now.
The Carolina Herrera Dresses Buying Guide
Venezuelan-born Carolina Herrera founded the brand in 1981 in the city of New York after being prompted by the chief editor of Vogue to create a clothing line, with a focus on luxury fabrics and materials along with only the best craftsmanship. Carolina Herrera dresses are exquisitely designed and expertly crafted. The brand has been a favorite of celebrities since it was founded and the likes of Jacqueline Kennedy and Princess Diana have both commissioned the brand to create gowns for wedding events. Carolina Herrera has modernized classic dresses, turning couture dresses into contemporary must-haves for anyone, from mini dresses to floral cocktail gowns. There is a Carolina Herrera dress for every occasion and to suit every woman.
Ahead, take a look at our Carolina Herrera dresses buying guide, which shall help you find some of the most popular Carolina Herrera dresses, along with a care guide and sizing guide. Also your most frequently asked questions will be answered.
The Most Wanted Carolina Herrera Dresses
Carolina Herrera Floral Embroidered Shirt Gown
Embellished with delicate floral embroidery, Carolina Herrera's Floral Embroidered Shirt Gown is one of the label's most sought after gowns. The dress is cut in a sophisticated and modern shirt design and flatters any woman’s body shape. The finest silk and the highest quality thread is used in the creation of this gown. It’s not just this gown that’s incredible and showstopping — Carolina Herrera has truly created an exquisite collection of gown dresses to make any woman feel utterly feminine.
Carolina Herrera Casual Day Dresses
Not just known for its one-off gowns and cocktail dresses, Carolina Herrera’s casual day dresses are sublime and the collection features everything from midi and mini dresses to full-length dresses that flow to the floor. Carolina Herrera only uses the most delicate but durable materials, ensuring even a casual day dress is a luxury fashion masterpiece. There’s a variety of differently fitting dresses within the collection, from figure-hugging silhouettes to floaty A-line. One of the most popular pieces within the Carolina Herrera collection of day dresses is the beautiful, white lace Poplin Midi Dress which features a bold, colorful floral print on a mid-length cotton dress. The dress also features an expertly cut V-neck and V-shaped cut-out back. There’s something for every woman in this collection of day dresses, and each piece has a fashion-forward design.
Carolina Herrera Cocktail Dresses
The Carolina Herrera cocktail dress collection is a standout range that features an array of unique cuts, fits, and colors. Carolina Herrera cocktail dresses exude elegance and femininity. Every piece in the collection is as eye-catching as the next. From the Floral Jacquard Dress that has a crew neck cut and a scalloped hem with intricate eyelet details in a stunning pastel blue color, to the Pleated Midi Dress that radiates luxury quality and opulence and is made from 100% silk. Every woman deserves to have a Carolina Herrera cocktail dress in her closet.
The Carolina Herrera Dresses Sizing Guide
Carolina Herrera uses US sizing. So, it should be fairly simple to order the correct size. For example, if you typically wear a US size 6, you need to order a Carolina Herrera dress in a size 6. If you are confused about which size you are, measure your hip, waist and bust size then take a look at which size matches your measurements. You can use the sizing guide below to help.
| USA | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International | XXS | XXS - XS | XS - S | S - M | M - L | L - XL | XL | XXL |
Measurements (IN)
| Bust | 32 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 36 | 37.8 | 39.8 | 41.7 | 43.7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waist | 26.8 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31.5 | 33.5 | 35.5 | 37.4 |
| Hips | 35.5 | 36.6 | 37.8 | 39 | 41 | 43 | 44.8 | 46.8 |
How To Care For Your Carolina Herrera Dress
The majority of Carolina Herrera dresses can only be dry cleaned due to the delicate nature of the materials and prints. We always recommend checking the inner garment label that contains specific care instructions for the garment. Never machine wash or tumble dry a Carolina Herrera dress.
FAQ
- What are Carolina Herrera dresses made from?
A variety of materials are used in the creation of Carolina Herrera dresses, but the most used fabrics are delicate silks and cotton.
- Does Carolina Herrera produce bridal gowns?
Carolina Herrera does produce wedding gowns — they are world-renowned and worn by many a princess.
- Does Carolina Herrera cater to plus size women?
Carolina Herrera does not have a dedicated plus size range. The largest size is a US 14.