Kyra Mini DressSaffron

gorgeous

The Kyra mini is one of my new favourites, floaty and beautiful, so easy to wear. There's plenty of volume to the skirt so haven't had any concerns about it being see-through even in bright sun. The fabric is soft but with that slight structure that cotton gives, still drapes well and feels cool and breathable in hot weather. I'm about 155cm tall and it falls to mid-knee. My only issue (and totally my own fault for being nervous about the size chart!) is it's much larger than I thought, I'm about 119cm in the bust and I bought a 3xl to give a little space as so often size charts are a bit off but it's swimming on me. I think an xl actually would have been just fine (the volume of the sleeves give the underarm so much room that it's spacious through the bust). Problem solved with a belt when going out just to cinch all that fabric in, and honestly I work from home and love to be comfy so it's not really a problem. Also pregnant right now and it's giving gorgeous floaty goddess vibes with lots of bump room, can't go wrong. Coming back to buy a second one in another colour!

Perfect dress for my petite frame

This was my first purchase from DoI, and while I read the reviews of this dress before purchasing it, nothing prepared me for the beautiful flowy and airy lightness of this dress. It's a lovely soft cotton and is very easy to wear and care for. The sleeves and skirt are slightly translucent but it has so many gathers you can't see through when you're out and about. And the bodice is double-layered so, it's not at all see-through. I was worried it would engulf my petite frame, but it drapes and gathers in all the right places; not overly voluminous/full. I am 5' 00" (152. 4 cm), weigh 115 lbs. (52. 16 kg), US Size 4 and bra size 32A. I ordered a size XS in this dress and it fits me perfectly around the chest, shoulders, waist and both arm and leg length. It hits me just slightly above my knees. I would (& will!) happily buy another dress from DoI.

Feminine and Fun

I was really torn about the color for the Kyra mini dress. I went with the Saffron because it was so different than other colors I have seen online. The color is gorgeous! I purchased the XL as I have a large chest (DDD) and was concerned about the fit. I would have preferred the bust line falling a little lower on me but it is does not look odd and the rest of the dress fits so well on the shoulders, back and arms. I was also concerned it would be too low cut in front (another large chest problem) but it falls just perfectly without the need for a camisole underneath or any manipulation with tape or safety pins. The length is perfect for me as well as I am only 5'4. I did not find the fabric too sheer but will probably wear bike shorts underneath anyway for a little modesty as I move around. The fabric is beautiful, appears to be very well made, easy on and off, cotton for breathability and the flow is so feminine and fun. I am so in love with this dress that I just purchased the same dress in the color pepper. I plan on wearing these all summer long!

It's a lovely dress

My Kyra mini dress is lovely, it's made from gorgeous soft fabric and is a lovely versatile colour. I bought a size S; I'm 156 and an Aus size 8/10 Unfortunately it didn't fit me at all well. My long torso / hourglass body shape working with such a full cut was always going to be a punt and while I confirmed all of my measurements with the sizing chart before purchase, sadly my dress finished up being to full through the torso and skirt, while also short in the bodice and awkwardly short in length. When I made contact with customer service they were absolutely delightful, swift to help resolve the problem and very, very kind. Their generosity and care completely reinforced the ethos of this business and left me reconsidering my fit issues and keeping the dress as it'll be fantastic as a swimsuit coverup.

Lovely light dress, but needs improvement

I loved the idea behind the dresses and the look of them and bought this dress after checking the website like thousand times. I'm more of a size 10 and busty (and only 5,5 height) so size S only just fits me and depending on a bra, it can be super tight around the boobs. I considered changing to M, but they don't do exchanges and I would've had to return, wait and then buy again. So I decided to keep S, which I'm happy with. The material is quite thin and flimsy - photos on the website made me think the material would be much thicker and dresses would be more robust. I feel like the dress can be improved with a stretchy rubber line around the boobs - as currently there's none and every time I put it on, I hear creaks which means the seam is slightly ripping. A stretchy rubber band would help with this and ensure that bustier girls can still wear their size. I also accidentally stood on the bottom of the dress (when I was picking something up off the floor) and it ripped seams in 2 places, which I needed to fix myself. I noticed that seam line on the dress doesn't have any protective material to make sure the stitches stay intact and not stretch the fabric overtime producing small holes. Again, this is a design fault that can be easily helped with. All in all, the dress looks very nice, but is basic - so you definitely get what you pay for. I feel more improvements in its design and using more robust material will lift it's value up.

Beautiful, but Didn’t Work For Me

I had wanted this dress for awhile and finally pulled the trigger. To start, the dress is beautiful and the red color is stunning. I’m 5’6”, 165 lbs, 36DD and got the medium. The dress fit well and there weren’t any issues with it fitting over my chest like other reviews mentioned. My main problem with was it just added so much volume onto my already curvy frame, and I didn’t find it very flattering. On someone who is slimmer, less curvy I feel like it would drape better. But overall a beautiful dress, just didn’t work for me.

Gorgeous dress

Very light and cool, perfect for the beach or getting out and about on a hot day. I am 180 cm tall and 82 kg and found XL was a good fit. Loose fitting through the body (but not too much so) and not too short for a tall person. 🙂

Fabulous Dress!

Love this dress! Came in less than a week! I was concerned it was going to be too big or too short and not fit my bust area. I'm little (5'1" and 100 lbs) but big in the chest and it fits great! Got an XS. Great color! It's a little see through so I wear bike shorts underneath and a cami (if I'm going to work). Got lots of compliments my first day! Would highly recommend. Did think it was going to feel a bit softer at first, but maybe after the first wash. In an ideal world, it would come with pockets and be less see through. Definitely looking forward to my next daughters of india dress!

So cute and perfect for summer

I bought this on a whim (I have other DOI dresses but in longer lengths). The colour (saffron) is a true red, IMO, which is just what I was hoping for. The length is perfect for a hot summer’s day but because the colour is so rich I think it will work in winter as well (with stockings and boots). Definitely a casual dress, unlike my other waisted DOI dresses which I can wear to the office. And get a slip - the fabric is lawn / voile weight and pretty transparent when the wind blows (frequently for me - I live in Wellington). This dress makes me feel so pretty and feminine.

kyra mini dress saffron

the dress is absolutely amazing. size s fits great for 174 cm and 52 kg however someone may think its too short (not me). fabric is fantastic and its very well done in terms of finishing of steams. i will come for another one in midi

Summer ready . . .

Just like my midi, I love this mini - i just wish it was a few inches longer. I am not tall, but I do have slightly longer legs. Between the breeze and the length, I would love a little more length but also love the dress. The colour is so much better in person (even thought I love it in the pictures). I feel like the bust area gets smaller over time (no stretch), so it may be an idea to size up. In saying this, no bra, no worries!

Lovely but fit was off

The dress is beautiful but I found it to be extremely short through the chest, so that the bust did not hit where it should but instead quite a bit higher. This resulted in a very odd fit, where the bustline of the dress landed several inches high and cut my actual bustline in half, which made the dress fall in a really unflattering way. The size otherwise was fine but it just seems that these dresses aren't really meant for women with larger busts. I was really disappointed in the poor fit and the fact that I wasn't able to return it.

Summer ready . . .

Just like my midi, I love this mini - i just wish it was a few inches longer. I am not tall, but I do have slightly longer legs. Between the breeze and the length, I would love a little more length but also love the dress. The colour is so much better in person (even thought I love it in the pictures). I feel like the bust area gets smaller over time (no stretch), so it may be an idea to size up.

Stunning dress

The Kyra dress is so beautiful. The colours were vibrant yet soft and the quality was outstanding. I'm a 12ish in most clothes so ordered the M but I found the top part sat too high on my chest. I exchanged for an L but then had the problem of too much material in the sleeves and skirt. I reluctantly returned the dress as for that price point I wanted it to be perfect. Just to be clear, I only returned as the style didn't suit my body shape but the dress was stunning :)

Vibrant colour

Really light, flowy fabric. It is sheer but not completely see through, so you can see your silhouette but not much more than that. I’m 5’3, measurements are 36-27-39 and got a medium. Just wish it had pockets!

Beautiful

The colour of the dress was stunning, a bright cool red. I'm usually a medium or NZ size 12 but my chest is larger than usual as I'm breastfeeding. I brought the large in this colour as I have the wine mini in medium and its just a wee bit tight across the chest so I thought sizing up would give me more ability to breastfeed. Unfortunately the large was too big around the shoulders and I got lost in the puffy sleeves, creating a frumpy look! So I have exchanged the dress for something easier to feed in. Returning and exchanging is an easy process. I've read that it's expansive to return post from NZ but I find this to not be true. It cost $16 NZD to post, it's cheaper to buy the international postage online through NZ post and print your own label. It was $10 cheaper doing it this way than in store. DOI make it a super easy process and I already have a new dress on the way. Thank you x

Lovely and Light

I ordered the mini in size Small, fearing it would be too short. I am 65 years old so the length was definitely a concern to me. It fit perfectly and the length is fine. I would prefer it about another inch longer but it works well. It is sheer if you stand in the light so if I wear it to a family gathering, I may choose to wear a slip under it. Shipping was fast and the dress is very feminine. My husband loved it. I would purchase another in the same style. It's that pretty. I recently got the wrap style in the same size and I love it as well. Haven't worn that one yet. Not the best photo but give you an idea.

Stunning

I adore this dress. So comfortable and flattering on. The red is gorgeous. It’s a good length for me- just above knees. Im a size 10 but I got a medium as I have a big bust. It’s a perfect fit. It looks great with boots too. I know I’m going to live in this dress.

Kyra Mini Dress

The experience was fab. The dress arrived quicker than expected with good communication. I bought an extra large…. I'm a 16. Plenty of room. I wouldn’t want to be taller than I am (5’4) without wearing some sort of shorts/leggings. Quite short for an ol’ girl nearing 60. In saying that I've hardly taken it off due to the stifling hot weather we’ve had. Make sure you do hand wash as colour does seep out.

Love my Kyra

I really do love my Kyra. I was concerned about it being too “mini” but at 165cm I found that it comes to slightly above my knee in the front and much longer at the back. It’s a beautiful dress to wear - light, flowy, pretty and great for our hot summer.

First purchase

I had been trawling their feed on Instagram for months before I committed to purchase. Awesome support online re: sizing - true to size. Def pay attention to bust measurement as there is no stretch. The quality of the fabric & make is beautiful and I was so impressed. Price justified. I’m short - 160cm and often these dresses are too long for me and look like a sack but this is gorgeous. Will definately buy again!! Thank you and amazing to know you are ethically supporting the women who make the garments. Love it!

Kyra Mini Dress size M

I could live in this dress! Beach dress/ overshirt with sandals or white sneakers, it does it all. Once I took it out of the bag, I threw it in the wash and it came up super soft and light. Perfect high summer dress for hot and humid days. Had loads of comments. Only downside is the big gust of wind, so make sure you’re wearing something underneath! I’m a size 10-12 , M is a great fit.

Stunning dress, but not enough place for my bust.

The dress lives up to its promise, the fabric is beautiful and light, it really is a dream, except that there really isn't enough room for my bust, which isn't huge. I hesitated to wear it anyway, but it makes me look too big and I don't need that. I don't understand why these models, even in large sizes (I'm 3 XL), are only suitable for small breasts.

Not for big busts

I want to love the dress. The colour is gorgeous. But even though I took measurements it doesn’t really work with my bust, the seam runs across the lower part of my breast and looks weird. I’m not sure this dress will work for anyone that has breasts! I’m only 5’6 and I feel it makes me look like I’m wearing a big parachute. For reference I wear a XS in SPELL but the Small doesn’t work for my D size(3 kids later) bust :(

Beautiful flowy dress

I really love this dress. My only reason for reducing 1 star is I would love it to be just an inch or so longer. At 167cm it's rather short. But that's what a Mini is so not a complaint really just feedback. Print and colour and fabric beautiful

Beautiful dress. Just the best quality fabric. Gorgeous color way. The only issue is that if you have a curvy bust or bottom the dress does not quite sit or lay where it should. So grateful for extended sizing. Just wish the back were slightly longer in the drape so that it laid nicer with a fuller backside.

Flowy and light

Perfect summer dress that is light and airy. Is see through though but because of the print, the red colour and pleats, you can't really tell. I really wish this came with pockets! but probably too light of a material to add pockets to.

Just right

Due to my height of 150cm (5 ft) length and cut are always a challenge for me. The Kyra mini dress is just the right length and the shoulders sit nicely, and I love the colour. Thankyou.

Such a beautiful dress, but bit too short for me, I will have to wear a shorts inside. I am 169 cm tall purchased size small

Lovely dress

I brought the XL as I am a size 16, sizing is great. The colour is lovely. Feels nice to wear. Great for North Queensland weather. Just wish the front panel was longer and the stitching sat under my bust, making it more flattering for my shape. Still a great dress and would recommend it.

Lovely colour

Loved the colour. Exactly what I hoped for from the pictures on website. Fabric was not as light/cool as I thought it would be. Very big sleeves didn't quite suit me but otherwise, happy with dress.

Love in India ❤️

I initially purchased a medium Kyra Mini, I am a size 12, however when I got it and tried it on I felt it was a little smaller fit on me than I liked. This when I started to worry about the return process cos sometimes that’s a nightmare but not with Daughters of India. It was so easy. No sooner as I had done the return, printed out the reply paid label, repackaged the dress and sent it back, the team at Daughters of India prepped & packaged my new Kyra Mini (L) and I received it 2 days after I’d sent the (M) back. I love this dress, the colour, the style and the fit. It falls beautifully and would look on all sizes & shapes.

Vibrant Color!

My dress arrived in record time and was packaged beautifully. It is absolutely beautiful and the color was beyond beautiful. I am thinking that it made fade over time but that will only make it more and more beautiful. I definitely recommend hand washing but I did throw it in the dryer on low. I am a bit heavier than the models in all the ads so it doesn’t drape on me as it does on the models but it is still one of my favorites. I bought a second dress in the midi length. BOTH are exquisite.

A staple in my closet

This dress was perfect! I went on vacation and the temperatures were above 110F everyday. I ended up using this dress most of the vacation. I felt pretty and comfortable. I’m sure it will transition well into Fall. I will definitely be buying in another color. I measure 38 inch chest and ordered a medium.

Breezy and beautiful

Dress arrived in great time considering I live in Canada. Very breezy and comfortable for hot and humid weather. I ordered a medium. Although the seem does not always sit under my bust when the dress moves. A large may have been better for that option but i am 5'2 and thought it may be too much fabric. My bust measurement is kind of between medium and large.

Stunning dress

Feels so casual and comfortable to wear. . . but is a standout dress. nice with boots and sneakers. Very light so able to wear a long coat in winter

Love this dress!

Beautiful colour, I’m only 5’2” so the length is a perfect length on me. It’s quite thin so I prefer to wear a slip underneath.

Beautiful dress

Kia ora,I absolutely loved this dress when I received it, the quality is amazing, and it's ethereal, floaty and comfortable. I just washed it though (used cold wash and no dryer) and it shrunk quite a bit and unfortunately now is too short for me 😥 So maybe just make people aware of the shrinkage factor. Love what you do

Love this dress

Love it, the fabric is perfect for summer and travels well scrunched up in my bag abs no need to iron it. I feel pretty in it! I only knocked off one star as I expected I’d be able to breastfeed in it, but I suspect I need to size up to do that.

Beautiful colour and pattern

I think the pattern is lovely but the fit is a bit off. I am usually a size 8/S but ordered a small and the bust seam only came to half way down my bust. So sent back and ordered the medium and it was better but not much better. In all the adverts i’ve seen of the dress it looks much more dropped than what it is. The larger size on my isn’t ideal in the sleeve area.

lovely summer

2nd beautiful dress, I bought the large to be loose , I could have bought medium for me, I'm 5 ft 3 and size 14 . colour is beautiful, style will look wonderful with sandals or ankle boots. i'm 63, and adore these dresses, I will buy more. came in mail fast too,

Love it!!!

Absolutely love my Kyra mini! I thought it may be too long as I am only 150cm tall but it sat above my knees and flowed so beautifully. And it is just such a dream to wear. I am in love!!!

Love this dress. Want to wear it and wear it. So comfy and feelso feminine. I am usually a size 8 but tallish (5’7). For a looser fit up top I’d maybe try a size M next time.

Kyra Mini Dress

Love the cut of the dress and the colour and print of the fabric. The fabric itself wasn’t what I expected - quite course cotton and quite transparent. Definitely need a slip underneath. I’m a classic size 8 and had plenary of room in an XS

Love the Fabric

I love the fabric and the print and the whole ethos behind the brand. The dress is lovely to wear. I'm 5ft 10 and could do with a couple of extra inches in the length as it does come up a bit short (high thigh - don't bend over kinda short on me!). Maybe they can do a tall and regular length sizing, as I'd love to buy more?

Simply Beautiful

Not only did I receive this package earlier than expected, it arrived in a beautiful precious bag. The dress itself is beautiful, soft, light and super comfortable. A must for hot days where feeling pretty will not be compromised! I love how I can team it with different accessories for different looks. A gold chain and gold slides, a strawhat and black sandals. It even works with black leotards for slightly cooler days and mornings before it warms up. This would be perfect for the beach, too. Love where the bustline sits, it is quite flattering and love the option of tying up or loose. I'll be back soon!

Lovely Dress

Very comfortable and flattering. I like that the hem is a bit longer in the back. Love the flowy feeling - super cool and comfortable in warm weather. Lovely colors. Washes well.

Love how soft and flowy it is. Would suggest a skirt style lining

Beautiful dress

I love the colour, the print and the workmanship is beautiful. I’m a curvy girl and I feel I look a bit like a tent in it - it might take some getting used to. The cotton is beautifully cool for the steamy tropics though.

Gorgeous dress!! Love this colour so much! Beautifully made, I usually wear a size 16 and found size XXL to be the perfect fit