Roma Dress in Burnt Orange Satin — Halterneck Maxi Bridesmaid Dress
Roma Dress in Burnt Orange Satin — Halterneck Maxi Bridesmaid Dress
Burnt orange doesn't arrive quietly. It walks in, owns the room, and makes every photo worth framing. The Roma in Burnt Orange is the bridesmaid dress for brides who want their wedding party to be genuinely memorable — warm, striking, and completely modern.
Cut on the bias in premium satin, the Roma drapes fluidly from a fitted halterneck bodice into a loosely flowing full-length skirt that moves beautifully with every step. The long crossover neck ties add drama at the back and can be styled as a bow or a clean knot — two completely different looks, one dress. The high back with centre back zip keeps everything polished and fuss-free.
Available in sizes 8–22, full length approximately 114cm from waist to hem.
The Roma works harder than your average bridesmaid dress because:
- Burnt orange is a statement, not a risk. Warm, rich, and striking in any light — it pairs beautifully with terracotta, sage, ivory, gold, and warm neutrals, and glows in outdoor and natural light.
- The halterneck elongates and flatters. An elegant neckline that draws the eye upward and works beautifully across a wide range of body types.
- Those neck ties are not an afterthought. Long crossover ties styled as a bow or knot give each bridesmaid a slightly different look. Intentional variety photographs really well in group shots.
- Bias-cut satin that moves with you. Loosely draped through the skirt for fluid movement — never stiff, never clingy, always elegant.
- A dress you'll genuinely wear again. Bold enough for black tie, warm enough for an autumn dinner. The Roma doesn't retire after the wedding.
Not sure about the shade? Swatches are free — just pay £1.50 postage for a Burnt Orange Satin swatch. Burnt orange is one of the most screen-variable colours we stock, so this is especially worth doing before a group order.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Roma fits true to size. If you have a smaller bust, consider sizing down for a better fit through the bodice. The bias-cut skirt drapes loosely, so the fit is more relaxed from the hip down.
The Roma has a centre back zip and halterneck design, making it well suited to a strapless bra. Stick-on bras and nipple covers also work well. The halterneck provides its own support across the front, so many customers find they don't need additional support at all.
The Roma features long crossover neck ties that can be styled in a bow or a simple knot at the nape of the neck. A bow gives a softer, more romantic feel; a knot is cleaner and more minimal. It's a great way for bridesmaids to put their own stamp on the dress.
The Roma is a full-length maxi dress, approximately 114cm from waist to hem at its longest point. It can be shortened by a seamstress if needed — alteration guidance is available here.
Burnt orange is especially stunning on warm and golden skin tones, but the depth and richness of this shade works beautifully across the spectrum. It pairs particularly well with gold jewellery and warm-toned accessories, and photographs beautifully in natural and outdoor light.
These terms are often used interchangeably — burnt orange tends to be deeper and smokier; rust is more reddish-brown; copper has a more metallic warmth. Our Roma Burnt Orange sits in the warm, rich middle ground that photographs beautifully in any light. Order a swatch to see the exact shade in person — swatches are free, just pay £1.50 postage.
Yes — and we strongly recommend it. Order a Burnt Orange Satin fabric swatch before committing to a full bridal party order. Swatches are free — you just pay £1.50 postage. Burnt orange in particular can look more red or more golden depending on your monitor, so a swatch takes the guesswork out completely.
The Roma is made from a premium heavyweight satin — 97% polyester, 3% elastane. It drapes elegantly without clinging and photographs beautifully in both natural and artificial light, with a rich lustre that captures warm tones particularly well.
Yes, the Roma in Burnt Orange is available in sizes 8–22 including UK plus sizes 18, 20, and 22.
Burnt orange works beautifully with autumnal, botanical, rustic, earthy, and maximalist wedding themes. It pairs especially well with terracotta and sage, rust and ivory, warm neutrals, and gold tones. It also glows in outdoor and late summer ceremonies, and makes a striking choice for destination weddings.
Absolutely. The Roma is designed to mix and match with other Rewritten burnt orange styles. Pairing the Roma's halterneck silhouette with a strappy style like the Amelia, for example, is a great way to suit different bridesmaids' body types and preferences — and it photographs really well.
Wash at 30 degrees with similar colours, or dry clean. Use a hand steamer to remove creases — do not iron directly on the satin. Please note that slight colour variations can occur between dresses due to the dyeing process, so ordering all dresses at the same time from the same batch is recommended for group orders.
Not sure about the colour? Order a Burnt Orange Satin fabric swatch — swatches are free, you just pay £1.50 postage. Burnt orange varies more than most colours on screen, so this is especially worth doing before a group order.
- Fits true to size. If you have a smaller bust, size down for a better fit through the bodice
- Bias cut note: The skirt is loosely draped with no stretch, designed for fluid movement rather than a close fit. If you're wider on the hip than the bust, sizing up one gives a more comfortable fit through the hip but alterations may then be needed on the bust
- Halterneck design with long crossover neck ties, adjustable and flattering on a wide range of body types
- High back with centre back zip, well suited to a strapless bra, stick-on bra, or nipple covers
- Neck ties can be styled in a bow or a knot. Two different looks, one dress
- Non figure-hugging silhouette. The Roma skims rather than clings, with a relaxed drape through the skirt
- Full length approximately 114cm from waist to hem, can be shortened by a seamstress if needed
- 100% polyester | No stretch | High-quality satin
- Not sure of your size? Always go by measurements over your usual dress size for bias-cut styles
- Alterations information: here
- Wash at 30 degrees with similar colours
- Suitable for dry cleaning
- 100% polyester
- Use a hand steamer to remove creases. Do not iron directly on the satin
- We dye our fabric to our exact colour specifications. Slight colour variations can occur between dresses, so we recommend ordering all dresses for your bridal party at the same time from the same batch
UK Delivery
- Free standard delivery on orders over £150
- £4.99 standard delivery for orders under £150
- Estimated delivery time: 3 to 5 working days
- Next Day Delivery available (order before 11am)
US Delivery
- Currently free delivery on all orders
International Delivery
- Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout, so no additional charges should be payable upon delivery
- For more information on international shipping and duties, please click here.
Swatches
- Swatches are free. You just pay £1.50 postage via Royal Mail
Returns
- As a small independent business, we currently do not offer free returns. For UK customers, we are happy to cover the return shipping cost if you choose to exchange your item or receive store credit
- We accept returns on unworn items in their original condition, with all tags attached, within 21 days of delivery
- Earrings and underwear are non-returnable
- Find out more about our returns policy here.
