Carolina Pink One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
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STEP 1: MEASURE YOURSELF
Style Tip: For the most accurate results, measure yourself in your undergarments. All measurements are in inches.
BUST: Measure under you arms and around the fullest part of your bust.
NATURAL WAIST: Measure the narrowest part of your torso or Bend to one side to find the natural crease. Straighten and measure at this point.
HIP: Stand with feet together and measure around fullest part of hip.
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STEP 2: FIND YOUR SIZE
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Pink Printed One-Shoulder Maxi Dress — Versailles-Inspired Kaftan in Pink and Purple
There is a particular kind of entrance that only a one-shoulder dress can make — one bare shoulder, one draped balloon sleeve, and a diagonal sweep of color that pulls every eye in the room toward you. The Carolina is a maxi-length kaftan dress in an original Sandhya Garg print inspired by the private chambers of Marie Antoinette at the Palace of Versailles, rendered here in diagonal stripes of hot pink, lavender, cobalt blue, and blush. The single elasticated balloon sleeve balances the asymmetric neckline with volume and drama, while the kaftan silhouette falls in a fluid, drapey column from shoulder to ankle — the kind of dress that does not cling, does not restrict, and does not require you to think about it once it is on. Designed by Sandhya Garg, a Project Runway alumna, the Carolina is produced in limited quantities on exclusive luxurious viscose fabric.
What Makes This Dress Different
The Versailles print family is the crown jewel of Sandhya's current collection, and the Carolina is its most dramatic expression. Where the Antonia uses vertical panels and the Sophie uses a straight midi silhouette, the Carolina cuts the same ornamental scrollwork and floral sun motifs on a bold diagonal — so the color bands sweep across the body rather than running up and down. The effect is cinematic. Sandhya developed this print from scratch by researching the gilded interiors of Versailles, then hand sketching, painting, and digitally refining each motif before printing on her own exclusive fabric. The hot pink and lavender colorway gives the centuries-old ornamental motifs a completely contemporary energy — this is Versailles at a rooftop cocktail party, not behind velvet ropes.
Then there is the construction. The one-shoulder neckline is asymmetric — bare on one side, a full gathered balloon sleeve on the other. The sleeve is elasticated at the cuff, so it billows without sliding and stays in place through dancing, gesturing, and every photo-worthy moment of the evening. The kaftan body is cut with generous width that drapes into a fluid column, skimming over every curve without defining any of them. You get the drama of a statement dress with the physical comfort of something you could sleep in. That combination is rare — and it is why women who discover kaftan dressing rarely go back to structured fits for events.
Perfect For
The Carolina was made for the woman who walks into a room and owns it without raising her voice. Think: wedding guest dressing at a spring or summer ceremony where the pink-and-purple palette feels celebratory and the one-shoulder silhouette photographs like it was made for the occasion. Cocktail receptions and evening parties where the balloon sleeve and diagonal print create visual movement that a simple slip dress cannot match. Garden weddings and destination beach celebrations where the kaftan drape moves with wind and warmth rather than fighting it. Bridal showers and baby showers where the joyful multicolor print matches the mood. Resort dinners and vacation evenings when you want one piece that carries the entire outfit from restaurant to moonlit walk. Date nights where the asymmetry and bare shoulder do exactly what you want them to do. Formal evening events, milestone celebrations, and any occasion where "what are you wearing?" is a compliment you expect to hear.
How to Style This Dress
The Carolina is a full statement — your accessories exist to support the dress, not compete with it. For a wedding or cocktail event, gold strappy sandals (flat or heeled — the maxi length works with both) are the ideal pairing. A single statement earring on the bare-shoulder side creates a striking asymmetric effect — a gold or crystal chandelier drop catches light and draws the eye along the diagonal print line. If you wear earrings on both sides, keep them matching but not oversized — the one-shoulder neckline already provides asymmetric drama. Skip the necklace entirely: there is no neckline to frame it, and it competes with the bare collarbone. A clutch or small crossbody in gold, nude, or deep purple (pulling from the print) finishes the look. For outdoor and resort events, lean into the kaftan energy — gold flat sandals, a wrist stack of thin bangles, and loose waves or a side-swept ponytail that shows off the bare shoulder. Hair pulled up on the sleeve side and down on the bare side creates a deliberately unbalanced silhouette that feels modern and intentional.
Product Details
Fabric: luxury viscose
Print: Exclusive Sandhya Garg Versailles-inspired design featuring ornamental scrollwork, floral sun motifs, and botanical details in diagonal stripes of hot pink, lavender, cobalt blue, and blush
Silhouette: Kaftan — relaxed, drapey column that skims the body without clinging
Neckline: Asymmetric one-shoulder
Sleeves: Single balloon sleeve with elasticated cuff on one side; bare shoulder on the other
Length: Full maxi (ankle-length)
Fit: Relaxed kaftan fit — generous width for fluid drape.
Sizes: XS (00-0), S (2-4), M (6-8), L (10-12), XL (14-16), XXL (18-20), XXXL (22-24) — See Size Chart
Care: [Confirm care instructions specific to this fabric]
Production: Limited-quantity. Exclusive Versailles print designed and printed at Sandhya Garg's own facility.
Designer: Sandhya Garg — Project Runway alumna, featured in Elegant Magazine and 7 Hues Fashion Magazine
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Shipping: Free USPS/UPS shipping on US orders over $250. Ships from Scottsdale, AZ within 1-3 days.
About the Designer
Sandhya Garg is a Project Runway alumna and the founder of her namesake label, headquartered in Los Angeles. She designs every print from original artwork — hand sketching, painting, and developing through CAD before printing at her own facility. Her collections are produced in small batches in studios in the USA and India, supporting heritage craftspeople whose textile skills have been perfected over generations. Featured in Elegant Magazine and 7 Hues Fashion Magazine.
The Carolina is part of the Versailles print family — the same ornamental motifs appear in the Antonia Green A-Line Maxi (vertical panels, handmade floral straps), the Sophie Green Bell Sleeve Midi (straight cut, scalloped lace trim), and the Versailles Pink Mini Shirt Dress. The Carolina's diagonal cut and pink-purple palette make it the most boldly expressive version of the print.
Is a one-shoulder maxi dress appropriate for a wedding?
Yes. A one-shoulder maxi dress is one of the most wedding-appropriate silhouettes — the maxi length reads as formal, the single sleeve provides coverage on one side, and the asymmetric neckline is inherently elegant. The Carolina's Versailles-inspired print and pink-purple palette are celebratory without competing with the bride. It works for semi-formal, cocktail-attire, garden, beach, and destination weddings. For more conservative ceremonies, the balloon sleeve side provides arm coverage while the bare shoulder adds a tasteful edge.
What is the asymmetric one-shoulder neckline?
The Carolina has a single-shoulder construction — one side is bare from the collarbone to the shoulder, while the other features a full gathered balloon sleeve. This creates asymmetry across the entire upper body: one clean, bare line on one side and volume and drape on the other. The neckline edge is finished cleanly and sits securely without slipping. The asymmetry extends through the diagonal print direction, so the entire dress has a deliberate sense of dynamic movement.
How does the balloon sleeve work?
The single balloon sleeve is gathered at the shoulder seam and billows outward with generous fabric, then gathers again at the wrist with an elasticated cuff. The elastic keeps the sleeve securely in place without being tight — it will not ride up or slide down during dancing or movement. The volume of the sleeve creates a dramatic visual counterpoint to the bare opposite shoulder. It provides full arm coverage on one side, making it suitable for events where sleeveless might feel underdressed.
What body types does a kaftan maxi dress flatter?
The kaftan silhouette is universally flattering because it drapes rather than clings. The generous width creates a fluid column that skims over every curve — hips, waist, stomach — without defining or compressing any of them. The one-shoulder construction draws the eye upward to the face, collarbone, and shoulders, while the maxi length creates a long, unbroken vertical line. The diagonal print direction adds visual movement that further de-emphasizes any single area of the body. Available in sizes XS through XXXL.
What does "Versailles-inspired" mean for this print?
Sandhya Garg researched the ornamental interiors of Marie Antoinette's private chambers at the Palace of Versailles — the gilded scrollwork, floral ceiling medallions, and repeating botanical motifs that define those rooms. She reinterpreted those decorative elements as a textile print through hand sketching and digital refinement. The Carolina renders these motifs in a hot pink, lavender, cobalt blue, and blush palette arranged in diagonal stripes — the most contemporary and boldly colorful interpretation in the Versailles print family.
What shoes and jewelry work with a one-shoulder dress?
Gold strappy sandals — flat or heeled — are the strongest pairing. The maxi length works with both heel heights. For earrings, a single statement drop on the bare-shoulder side creates a striking asymmetric effect. Skip the necklace entirely since there is no neckline to frame it. A clutch or small crossbody in gold, nude, or deep purple finishes the look. Avoid heavy bangles on the sleeve arm — they compete with the balloon volume. Thin wrist bangles on the bare-shoulder arm are a better balance.
How is this different from the other Versailles print dresses?
The Versailles print family includes four pieces, each with the same ornamental motifs in a different silhouette, colorway, and cut direction. The Carolina (this dress) uses a diagonal print in pink and purple with a one-shoulder kaftan silhouette. The Antonia is a green and teal A-line maxi with handmade floral straps. The Sophie is a green bell-sleeve straight midi with scalloped lace trim. The Versailles shirt dress is a pink mini with a collared shirt-dress cut. Same heritage motifs, four completely different dresses.
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1. What are your sizes like?
Answer- You can find our size chart here, for custom size or any question about sizes please email us on Labelsandhyagarg@gmail.com
2. What is your email if I have any questions or concerns?
Answer- Email us at Labelsandhyagarg@gmail.com, we are reachable 24-7. We usually respond within 5-7 hours if not before.
3. How do I care for my dress that I bought from you?
Answer- For scuba fabrics (Soft Stretchy material) you can hand/machine wash the dress inside out in cold water using mild detergent, gentle setting and hang dry. Scuba dresses usually don't need ironing but if needed you can iron them on medium setting.
-For silk fabrics gentle hand wash or dry cleaning is recommended.
-For embroidered dresses dry cleaning is recommended.
-For hand woven dresses gentle hand wash or dry cleaning is recommended.
4. What is your shipping policy?
Answer- All orders above $250 ship free domestic USA, use code FREESHIP. Please allow 7-14 days for your order to arrive. We use UPS or USPS trackable shipping for all US domestic orders and DHL for all internationaly shipped orders.
5. What is your return policy?
Answer- We charge $20 on exchanges on sizes of the same dress. For example you bought size XS in Minara dress and you would like to exchange it for size S of Minara dress, You can do that within 14 days of receiving your order.
- Our refund policy on Custom made or altered dresses is Non-refundable.
- Refund policy on regular size (XS, S, M, L, XL) orders is that you can return unused, unworn garment in perfect original condition and original packaging within 10 days of receiving the order. Incase you return the garment, once we inspect the garment and approve the return you will be charged shipping fee of $20 (Domestic US) and rest of the amount will be returned to you through Sandhya Garg Gift Card. Please allow 7-14 business days for the gift card to arrive in your email.
6. Do you offer custom, made to order, bespoke services?
Answer- Yes, we offer all of the above just email us on Labelsandhyagarg@gmail.com and we will discuss the possibilities with you.
7. Do you offer alterations?
Answer- Yes, we offer alterations on our regular sized dresses. Email us on Labelsandhyagarg@gmail.com and we will let you know how much it would cost. We usually charge $30-$60 for any alterations.
8. Can I return altered Clothing?
Answer- Sorry, we don't accept altered dresses, trousers, jackets or tops because the garment has been already altered from its regular sizing to fit your needs.
9. Where can I come see the dresses physically and try them on?
Answer- We update our website- event section for any popups or shows we are doing so we can meet in person. Signing up for our helps us get in touch with you when we have an event including an awesome fashion show. Our regular studio is in Uptown Dallas, Texas and you are welcome to email us a few days in advance to book an appointment and come try stuff on.
10. Can I bring my friends along to shop at your studio?
Answer- We love to throw parties at our studio. If you and your friends would like to come and shop, just email us on Labelsandhyagarg@gmail.com and we will have some treats and the studio ready for you to party.
11. How do I know my dress is exclusive?
Answer- The print of the dress is exclusively designed by Sandhya herself. She draws inspiration from her travels and takes many days to research and design the print from scratch by drawing, sketching, painting, CAD and more before arriving at the final print and then getting it printed at her own printing facility. From starting till the end the process is all hers. After we have the perfect print on the perfect fabric we start working on dress shapes and the collection. We manufacture in our own design studio in USA and India, thus making sure our clothing is exclusive and top quality.
12.What is the Fabric and quality of your garments?
Answer- All of our fabrics are printed and embroidered in India. We work to ensure the finest quality of construction and never employ the use of child labor or unfair trade practices. Embellishments are meticulously hand-applied. This skill is very specialized and only performed by the greatest of heritage craftsman who have perfected their trade. We pride ourselves in supporting the Indian people (Sandhya herself comes from India and grew up around craft) at this very unique craft. The beauty of our fabrics and embellishments lie in their uniqueness and there may be slight variations in color and design. Because these pieces are 100 percent made by hand, slight variations in the placement of the patterns are to be expected (and, we think, part of the charm!)
13. Can I find your dresses at cheaper prices or do you go on sale?
Answer- We print a limited quantity of fabric and make a select number dresses with it so we rarely go on sale as we are already sold out and don't need to reduce prices. No one except us sells our clothing and you will get the best pricing on our website. We have offers for new and returning customers if you are signed up to our .
14. How should I style my dress?
Answer- We would love to send you styling tips, just email us on Labelsandhyagarg@gmail.com with your dress name and occasion and we will send you amazing tips and tricks!
15. I want a dress for my daughter, can you make it?
Answer- We can definitely make a dress for your daughter, just tell us her measurements for bust, waist, hips and height. Order details with time frame and price will be sent, once all works out we make the dress and ship it to you. You can email us on Labelsandhyagarg@gmail.com
