Dresses

Dresses defined by contrast

Baum und Pferdgarten dresses bring together clean Scandinavian construction and an expressive approach to print, proportion and detail. The collection moves between fitted and flowing silhouettes, from mini and midi lengths to longer forms, with shapes that can be close to the body, softly draped or deliberately spacious. It is a varied wardrobe of women’s dresses where a precise neckline, an asymmetric hem or a gathered waist can shift the mood of an otherwise simple silhouette.

Structure and movement sit side by side throughout the collection. Defined bodices meet fuller skirts, while slip-inspired lines, A-line silhouettes and drop-wai...

Dresses defined by contrast

Baum und Pferdgarten dresses bring together clean Scandinavian construction and an expressive approach to print, proportion and detail. The collection moves between fitted and flowing silhouettes, from mini and midi lengths to longer forms, with shapes that can be close to the body, softly draped or deliberately spacious. It is a varied wardrobe of women’s dresses where a precise neckline, an asymmetric hem or a gathered waist can shift the mood of an otherwise simple silhouette.

Structure and movement sit side by side throughout the collection. Defined bodices meet fuller skirts, while slip-inspired lines, A-line silhouettes and drop-waist proportions offer different ways to frame the body. Sleeveless styles, short sleeves and longer sleeves extend the range of expression, allowing the focus to fall on cut as much as surface. Consider women's shoes as a grounding counterpoint: a streamlined pair can sharpen a fluid dress, while a more substantial silhouette adds tension to a lighter shape.

Printed dresses with a graphic point of view

Print is an integral part of the collection’s visual language. Checks, dots, stripes and florals bring familiar pattern families into a sharper, less predictable setting, while abstract motifs introduce a more offbeat note. Printed dresses can carry the full look on their own or become part of a layered outfit, depending on the scale of the motif and the line of the dress. Solids provide an equally considered alternative, placing emphasis on texture, construction and proportion.

Animal motifs offer another distinct direction within the edit. A leopard print dress can be styled with restraint, letting its graphic character do the work, or paired with contrasting layers for a more playful composition. Checks and florals lend themselves to a different kind of contrast: neat or romantic at first glance, then reworked through volume, neckline details, ruffles or an unexpected cut.

Details that shape the silhouette

Ruching, pleats, frills and ruffles create dimension without losing clarity. Adjustable straps, ties and waist details introduce subtle opportunities to alter the line, while slits, layered elements and shaped hems bring movement into longer lengths. Puffed sleeves and fitted upper bodies can add definition; loose skirts, wide forms and flared hems give the silhouette room to move. The result is a collection that balances considered construction with an ease that never feels overly polished.

Fabric and finish contribute to the same interplay. Lace appears as a trim or decorative accent, while organic cotton is part of the collection’s material vocabulary. Denim brings a more utilitarian edge to dress shapes, and lighter draped or crinkled fabrics create softer movement. Rather than treating these elements as separate categories, the collection uses them to explore contrast: softness against structure, a practical detail against a more expressive print, or a pared-back surface against a more elaborate silhouette.

Styling dresses through proportion and layer

A dress can set the direction for an outfit with very little added. Pair a structured mini or an A-line midi with considered women's accessories to draw attention to the neckline, waist or print. For a more direct look, keep the surrounding pieces simple and let pleating, a strong shoulder or a patterned fabric take focus. Longer, flowing dresses work well with footwear and accessories that either echo their softness or introduce a deliberate contrast.

Layering changes the character of the same silhouette. Women's knitwear can add texture and a new proportion over slip-inspired, fitted or fuller dresses, while a shorter layer can emphasise the waist or the volume of a skirt. Whether the preference is for a graphic printed dress, a solid-colour design or a more decorative occasion dress, the collection offers clear lines, playful details and multiple ways to build an individual look.