White Cotton Beach Dress
Designer's Notes
Size & Fit
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Delivery & Returns
Lindsey Brown luxury resort wear is based in the United Kingdom and delivery worldwide is from our resort wear design office in the UK. The full list of where we ship to can be found in the list below. Please scroll down to reveal the Duty and Tax method of shipping for your country.
Our UK returns policy is 14 days for UK customers. You can read more here when you open our refund policy
UNITED KINGDOM ~ British Brand Delivery from UK.
We use Royal Mail Express Tracked 24 service for all UK Orders. If you would like a guaranteed Next Day delivery please select Next Day at the checkout. Orders received before 11am will be shipped on the same day. Read UK Delivery options
Express Tracked 1-3 Days | Orders over £100 | Delivery Monday to Sunday FREE
Express Tracked 1-3 Days | Orders under £100 | Delivery Monday to Sunday £3.99
Next Day Delivery | Royal Mail Signed for Delivery | Place Order by 11am £8.99
Saturday Delivery | Royal Mail Signed for Delivery | Place Order by 11am Friday £8.99
* Express Tracked with Royal Mail can be left in a safe place if you are not home. Let us know your safe place by adding a note at the checkout. If you won't be home, this is the best service to select. A doorstep is not a safe place.
* Next Day Delivery with Royal Mail requires to be handed over to a person and cannot be left on a doorstep. Royal Mail will send you a text when your order is ready for delivery and with an approximate time slot. If you need to nip out ~ please leave a note on your door and arrange with a neighbour to accept your parcel as Special Delivery requires to be handed over to a person and cannot be left on a doorstep.
BRITISH ISLES ~ Prices have UK VAT removed where appropriate
ALDERNEY, GUERNSEY, JERSEY, ISLE of MAN
Express Tracked 2-3 Days | Orders over £100 Delivery Mon - Sun FREE
Express Tracked 2-3 Days | Orders under £100 Delivery Mon - Sun £3.99
Express Tracked 1-2 Days | Shipped Next Working Day £8.99
USA ~ Prices Exclude USA Duties and Taxes
DHL 1-3 Days | Duty Taxes Un Paid | $35 Shipping
As the US import system keeps changing, we have removed the paid option of USA Import Duty and Taxes. This means the USD$ prices have reduced as they know exclude USA import duty and taxes. You , the shopper will pay the Import Duty and tax on delivery to DHL directly. This is beneficial to you as a shopper, in case you have to return an item for a refund, you can reclaim any import duty and tax from the American government. Please click to read more about USA Delivery and Duty
AUSTRALIA - DUTY TAXES NOT PAID
We have removed the UK VAT from the AUD$ prices and also the AUD£ duty if over the Australian threshold of $1000. When your order arrives, you will pay DHL any duty and taxes owed. DHL May charge a $35 admin fee as they are acting as a broker to clear your shipment through Australian customs on your behalf. We also pay an admin fee to export to Australia.
EXPRESS DHL 4-9 DAYS | DAYS DUTY & TAXES UN PAID | $85 AUD
Due To the vast country of Australia, shipping can be 2-4 days longer than estimated. DHL will provide exact times once the goods are in transit. The Duty and taxes unpaid system of shipping is beneficial, incase you wish to send goods back to us, you can apply to reclaim the Duty and Tax you may pay, from the Australian government.
BAHRAIN - DUTY TAXES NOT PAID
EXPRESS DHL 3-6 DAYS | DUTY & TAXES NOT PAID
Orders under £999 £45 GBP
Orders over £1000 £75 GBP
CANADA - DUTY TAX NOT PAID
CANADA POST | DUTY & TAXES UNPAID | $40 CAD over $800 $65
All garments show prices in CAD$ without any duty or tax, as we ship DDU Duty Tax Unpaid. This is beneficial to you as a shopper, in case you have to return an item for a refund, you can reclaim any duty and tax from the Canadian government.
* Due to strikes with Canada Post delivery may take longer than expected.
HONG KONG
EXPRESS DHL 4-8 DAYS | DUTY & TAXES PAID
Orders under $6180 HKD Shipping $360 HKD
Orders Over $6180 HKD Shipping costs $775 HKD
JAPAN
NEW ZEALAND
DHL EXPRESS 4-9 DAYS | DAYS DUTY & TAXES UN PAID | $75 NZD
Orders over NZD $999 DHL EXPRESS 4-9 DAYS | DAYS DUTY & TAXES UN PAID | $215 NZD
Due To the vast country of New Zealand shipping can be 2-4 days longer than estimated. DHL will provide exact times once the goods are in transit . We have removed the UK VAT from the NZD $ prices and also the NZD duty if over the threshold of $1000. When your order arrives, you will pay DHL any duty and taxes owed. DHL May charge a $35 admin fee as they are acting as a broker to clear your shipment through New Zealand customs on your behalf.
NORWAY
DHL EXPRESS 2-4 DAYS | DUTY & TAXES NOT PAID | 500 NOK
Duty Tax Unpaid
We have removed the UK VAT TAX & DUTY from our prices. On entry into Norway, you will pay the Tax & Duty. Approximately 25% TAX and 11% duty. This is the best option as if you wish to return your items for a refund. You can re claim the VAT and TAX as you are a Norwegian Citizen. We are unable to reclaim the VAT and Duty on your behalf. This is the best option for everyone.
SINGAPORE
DHL EXPRESS 5-8 Days Duty and Taxes Paid
Orders under $1500 SGD Shipping $60 SGD
Orders over $1501 SGD Shipping $120 SGD
SWITZERLAND - DUTY TAX UNPAID
DHL EXPRESS 2-4 DAYS | DUTY & TAXES NOT PAID | 40CHF
Duty Tax Unpaid
We have removed the UK VAT TAX & DUTY from our prices. On entry into Switzerland, you will pay any Tax & Duty. Swiss % TAX rate and Swiss % duty. This is the best option as if you wish to return your items for a refund, you may be able to re claim can the duty and taxes as you are a Swiss Citizen. We are unable to reclaim the VAT and Duty on your behalf. This is the best option for everyone.
UAE - DUTY TAXES NOT PAID
DHL EXPRESS 2-4 DAYS | DUTY & TAXES NOT PAID
Orders under 4000AED Shipping 175AED
Orders over 4001AED Shipping 350AED
EUROPE & EU IMPORT LAWS HAVE CHANGED
We are currently revising our EU shipping costs and requirements inline with the new GSPR EU ruling. As soon as we have completed our review, we will be able to ship in Europe. Shipping into Europe has been paused as of December 2024.
CURRENCY
When shopping, select your Country and Currency to see the correct local price as the website will convert the price. At the checkout you will see the price including Duty & Taxes. If you have any queries regarding your order please contact our customer service team.
AT THE CHECKOUT
If your country is not shown we are unable to ship here due to travel or shipping restrictions. Please select an alternative address and country. If you have any queries please contact our customer service personal shoppers who will be happy to help you.
Why Choose Lindsey Brown
Each Lindsey Brown garment is thoughtfully created, from the first design concept to the moment you wear it on holiday. Lindsey selects only the highest quality cotton and silk, chosen for their breathability, lightness, and luxurious feel against the skin.
Every piece is crafted in our family-run ateliers, with whom we have worked for over fifteen years. Lindsey not only designs all our prints in-house and creates the colour combinations for our hand–tie-dye designs; she also designs every kaftan and dress silhouette. This ensures each piece remains exclusive to our brand and to your wardrobe.
Each sequin is individually hand-sewn, ensuring exceptional quality in every piece. Above all, Lindsey Brown resort wear is timeless. Dress in confidence and comfort, in pieces you’ll treasure for years to come
Scroll down to see our size charts for each of our resort wear collections and each category for example bloused dresses and silk fitted maxi dresses will have their own size charts and recommendations. We also have links on each product page when shopping to help find the best size. As a resort wear brand we really do know what you need to pack for a warm Summer Holidays and Winter Sun Cruises. We have created size guides for the different shapes of beach coverups as some styles are loose and floaty, others have an elasticated drop waist that blouses over the hips. styles. as the fit is consistent across our collection but some dresses are designed to be fitted and shaped to wear in the evening, so please refer to each product for exact dimensions and scroll through the size charts below to find different shapes and styles. We also have a resort wear shape guide, to talk you through which silk beach cover ups that will suit you. Browse through our style and fit guides to find the best holiday dress shapes to suit your body shape. The majority of our light weight silk resort wear fit is loose and floaty bloused styles to keep you cool in hot sunshine.
Introducing the white cotton beach dress we call Melbourne, a soft crinkle cotton beach dress by Lindsey Brown cotton resort wear. Our beach dresses are beautifully crafted holiday dress designed for warm sunshine destinations and effortless summer style. This short sleeve tiered dress combines a flattering silhouette, luxurious embellishment, and soft breathable cotton to create a timeless resort wear piece you’ll reach for again.
The Melbourne dress is inspired by two of Lindsey Brown’s most-loved signature shapes. The floaty tiered skirt takes its influence from our iconic Provence dress, known for its graceful movement and feminine volume. The sleeves draw inspiration from our elegant Broadway design, offering a cool, lightly structured shape that provides comfortable coverage without feeling heavy. Together, these elements create a beautifully balanced holiday dress that suits a wide range of body shapes and is exceptionally comfortable to wear in warm climates.
A standout feature of the white cotton Melbourne beach dress is its exquisite embellishment. The gently ruffled V-neckline is hand-decorated with shimmering gold sequins and delicate gold embroidery, adding a subtle touch of glamour perfect for beach days, poolside lunches, or balmy evening dinners. The embellishment continues around the back of the neckline, ensuring the dress looks polished and luxurious from every angle. Gold embroidery along the neckline ruffles and the soft sleeves draws the eye upward, enhancing the natural lines of the dress and adding brightness that complements the crisp white cotton beautifully.
The body of the dress is made from our signature soft crinkle cotton, chosen for its lightweight, breathable, and cooling qualities. This fabric allows the Melbourne dress to float effortlessly with movement, creating a relaxed yet flattering shape that never clings to the body. On hot days, the airy silhouette keeps you feeling fresh and comfortable while still looking chic and elegant. One of the joys of the Melbourne design is its versatility. Wear it loose for a breezy, easy-going holiday look, perfect for slipping on over swimwear or wandering around a beachside town. Alternatively, use the matching belt to gently define the waist and create a more fitted silhouette for evening dinners or resort cocktails. This adaptability makes Melbourne a wonderful packing choice, taking you seamlessly from day to night with minimal effort.
Designed to be worn loose and flared, the Melbourne offers a naturally relaxed fit that flatters without restriction. If you find yourself between sizes, we recommend selecting a size down for the ideal shape, as the design offers generous movement across the bust, waist, and hips. For those who prefer a roomier fit or require extended sizes, the Melbourne dress is also available in 2XL and 3XL, providing a full range of sizing to suit your needs. You can explore these pieces within our Plus Size beach dresses collection. Whether you are heading to a luxury resort, enjoying a sunny city break, or planning a beach holiday, the Melbourne White and gold cotton beach dress brings effortless elegance to every moment. Light to pack, easy to style, and beautifully flattering, it’s a timeless summer staple you will adore wearing year after year.
