riva designs dresses Petal and Pup Women's Riva Maxi Dress

Made from cotton-poplin, it's designed with a flexible smocked bodice complete with smooth cups for a corset-inspired feel and falls to a floaty tiered hem

She began working as a seamstress before going on to become a cabaret singer - it was there that she donned the stage name Coco, which was a shortened version of the word Coquette. During her time on stage, she caught the eye of several wealthy men including Captain Arthur Edward Capel, who financed her first fashion boutique

Thankfully, it's a little easier to style than army pants and flip-flops

Perfect for birthday celebrations, family dinners, or formal gatherings, this dress effortlessly blends modern charm with timeless grace