Roma Dress in Chianti Satin — Halterneck Maxi Bridesmaid Dress
Roma Dress in Chianti Satin — Halterneck Maxi Bridesmaid Dress
Chianti is the colour that commands attention. A rich, deep red wine shade that's sophisticated, warm, and completely show-stopping — it's the bridesmaid colour for brides who want their wedding party to look genuinely memorable.
Cut on the bias in Rewritten's viscose satin, the Roma has a beautifully smooth handle with a little more give than our standard satin — making it one of the most comfortable and fluid styles in the collection. It 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.
Available in sizes 8–18, full length approximately 114cm from waist to hem.
Please note: The Roma in Chianti is being discontinued and will not be restocked once current stock sells through. If you love this colour, we'd recommend ordering sooner rather than later.
The Roma in Chianti works harder than your average bridesmaid dress because:
- Chianti is a rich, luxurious statement. Deep red wine with warmth and depth — it photographs beautifully in any light and pairs with ivory, gold, blush, and greenery for a palette that feels genuinely special.
- Viscose satin with a difference. Smoother and with a little more give than standard polyester satin, the viscose fabric drapes beautifully and feels incredible against the skin.
- 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 for fluid movement. Loosely draped through the skirt. Never stiff, never clingy, always elegant.
- A dress you'll genuinely wear again. Black tie, festive dinner, anniversary — the Roma in Chianti never struggles to find an occasion.
Not sure about the shade? Swatches are free — just pay £1.50 postage for a Chianti Satin swatch. Deep red and burgundy tones vary significantly on screen, so well worth checking before a group order — especially given limited stock remaining.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Roma in Chianti runs a little large. The viscose satin has a little more give than our standard satin, so if you're between sizes we'd suggest sizing down for the most flattering fit.
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.
The Roma in Chianti is made from a viscose satin — different to our standard polyester satin colourways. Viscose satin is exceptionally smooth with a little more give, making it one of the most comfortable and fluid styles in the collection. It drapes beautifully and photographs with a rich, deep lustre that really captures the depth of the chianti shade.
These terms are often used interchangeably. Chianti is a deep, warm red wine shade with brown undertones. Burgundy is slightly darker and more purple-toned. Wine red sits between the two with more pure red. Our Roma Chianti is the rich, sophisticated middle ground that photographs beautifully in both warm and cool light. Order a swatch to see the exact shade in person. Swatches are free, just pay £1.50 postage.
Yes — deep red and burgundy tones are some of the most universally flattering shades for bridesmaids. Chianti works beautifully across warm, cool, and neutral skin tones alike, and is particularly striking on deeper skin tones where the richness really resonates. It pairs beautifully with gold jewellery across the board.
Yes — order a Chianti Satin fabric swatch before committing to a full bridal party order. Swatches are free, you just pay £1.50 postage. Deep reds and burgundies vary significantly on screen, so a swatch is particularly worthwhile — especially given limited stock remaining on this colourway.
Yes — the Roma in Chianti is being discontinued and will not be restocked once current stock sells through. If you love this colour, we'd recommend ordering sooner rather than later.
The Roma in Chianti is currently available in sizes 8–18.
Chianti works beautifully for autumnal, festive, rustic, botanical noir, and maximalist wedding themes. It pairs especially well with ivory and gold for a warm, opulent palette, greenery and terracotta for an earthy feel, and blush and champagne for a romantic contrast. It's a particularly stunning choice for autumn and winter weddings where the rich tone really glows in candlelight.
Absolutely. The Roma is designed to mix and match with other Rewritten chianti 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.
Dry clean only. Use a hand steamer to remove creases — do not iron directly on the satin. As a viscose fabric, it requires more care than our standard polyester satin styles, so dry cleaning is strongly recommended to keep it looking its best. Please note that slight colour variations can occur between dresses due to the dyeing process, so ordering all dresses for your bridal party at the same time from the same batch is recommended.
Not sure about the colour? Order a Chianti Satin fabric swatch — swatches are free, you just pay £1.50 postage. Limited stock remaining on this colourway, so worth ordering your swatch promptly.
- Size runs a little large. If you're between sizes, size down for the most flattering fit - the viscose satin has a little more give than our standard satin, so sizing down works well for in-between sizes
- 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
- 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
- Eco-conscious viscose satin | Smooth with a little give | Dry clean only
- Not sure of your size? Always go by measurements over your usual dress size for bias-cut styles
- Alterations information: here
- Dry clean only
- 100% viscose
- Use a hand steamer to remove creases. Do not iron directly on the satin
- Once de-creased, the fabric holds its shape well for the wedding day
- 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.
Exchanges
- We offer free exchanges within 60 days of delivery. All items must be unworn, with tags and in their original condition. All exchanges are subject to availability
- Exchanges are only for UK customers
