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Blue party midi ruffle pencil ADKN Abel Dress ethically made in London from sustainable recycled materials perfect for spring
Abel Blue Pencil Dress

What is ADKN Lux Collection

This is ADKNLux Collection - a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and bespoke elegance. Each item in this exclusive collection is custom-curated, reflecting the highest standards of quality and artistry.

The creation of an ADKNLux piece involves intricate, hands-on processes that require significant time and expertise. As these items are made especially for you, please allow 2-3 weeks for dispatch. Kindly note that returns for these specially crafted pieces are accepted only for store credit. Experience the unparalleled luxury of ADKNLux, crafted just for you.

Ethically Made in London | 100% Vegan | Green & Responsible Production and Materials | Fair Wages | Made to Last

Abel Blue Pencil Dress

£400.00 GBP
The True Cost of Sustainable Ethical Fashion

We believe you deserve to understand what you're paying for.

Made Slowly in London - Unlike fast fashion, which relies on assembly lines, your ADKN garment is crafted by a single artisan or a small team in London, using focused skill to cut, construct, and finish a premium quality ADKN item. We replace the speed of the assembly line with deliberate, technical precision:

  • Pyjama sets represent 2.5 to 6 hours of labour to master fluid drapes and hand-turned piping;
  • Dresses and Gowns require 3 to 8 hours of cutting, draping and precision stitching;
  • Outerwear is a technical marathon, taking 6 to 14 hours to hand-set storm flaps and bias-bound interiors.
  • In menswear, a Shirt or Jumper demands 1.25 to 5 hours to ensure sag-free necklines and interlined collars
  • Women’s Tops and Blouses receive 1.5 to 4 hours of slow-stitching for liquid movement
  • Finally, our Trousers and Skirts represent 3 to 6 hours of "hidden architecture," focusing on reinforced waistbands and precision-set zip flies.

We believe this time is essential for durability, ensuring your garment lasts years, not months.


Every ADKN garment is priced to reflect the real costs behind creating truly ethical, sustainable fashion, without shortcuts or compromises.

From initial design to marketing, production, and aftercare, everything is handled in-house by our dedicated team in London, all paid fairly for their craft and expertise. Our materials are bespoke-developed for ADKN, always vegan, recycled or organic, ethically sourced, made to last and never mass-produced.

Each piece is produced in-house in small, zero-waste batches, using green and responsible practices and thoughtful design to reduce excess.

We also work differently to reduce waste from the inside out. A part of our collection is made by salvaging leftover materials and past designs or samples, carefully reworking, refining and restoring them into unique, revived pieces. This second-life approach allows us to honour resources already in circulation, extend their lifecycle, and create something new without creating unnecessary waste.

Our commitment extends beyond the garment: we use recycled and recyclable packaging and carbon-conscious logistics to reduce our environmental footprint from studio to doorstep,
because sustainability doesn’t stop at the product; it runs through every part of our process.

This isn’t just a price tag. It’s a reflection of the time, care, and integrity that go into making true ethical slow fashion.

By choosing ADKN, you're investing in a system that values people, animals, and the planet, not margins or trends. This is fashion that respects every thread of its journey.

Professionalism meets playfulness in this stunning baby blue dress. With an unique neckline and layers of ruffles, this feminine dress is perfect for both the boardroom as well as a snazzy cocktail bar. With hidden pockets, an invisible nickle-free zip and a slit on the back, this dress is ready to be given a twirl!

The ADKN Repair Promise

Because what’s made to last, deserves to be looked after

At ADKN, we believe that quality is a responsibility, not just a feature. Every garment we create is made with craftsmanship, care, and longevity in mind. And to honour that, we offer complimentary repairs for up to one year from the date of purchase, because we believe in standing by the quality of what we make, and extending the life of what you love.

After one year, we're still here for you. Repairs beyond the first year are available for a small fee, based on the service required. It’s our way of supporting thoughtful ownership, not disposability. This is our way of standing by what we make, and helping reduce the waste that fast fashion leaves behind.

Read more about the ADKN Repair Promise here.
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Ethically Crafted in London | Fair Wages
Ethically Crafted in London | Fair Wages
Always 100% Vegan and Peta-Approved
Always 100% Vegan and Peta-Approved
Awarded Green Business of the Year
Awarded Green Business of the Year
Made to Last | ADKN Repair Promise
Made to Last | ADKN Repair Promise
Re.ADKN Circular Fashion Program
Re.ADKN Circular Fashion Program

Shipping Options

United Kingdom

  • FREE Standard Tracked Delivery — 4–7 working days
  • Priority Tracked Delivery — £3.50 | 2–3 working days
  • Express Tracked Delivery — £7.95 per order | 1–2 working days
  • ADKN Concierge Same-Day Delivery (London only) — £100 | Same day

Europe

  • Standard Delivery — from £9.50 per order | 3–12 working days
  • Express Shipping — from £35 | 1–3 working days

North America (Canada, USA & Mexico)

  • Standard Delivery — from £10 per order | 3–12 working days
  • Express Shipping — from £30 | 3–5 working days

Rest of the World

  • Standard Delivery — from £10 per order | 5–15 working days

Order Processing Times

All orders placed before 11am (Monday–Friday) are processed the same day. Orders placed after this cut-off, over the weekend, or on public holidays will be processed the next working day.

Please note that processing times may vary depending on the collection:

  • ADKN RTW (Ready-to-Wear): Ships within 1 working day
  • ADKN Zero Waste Collection: Please allow 5–8 working days for production and dispatch
  • ADKNLux Collection: Made to order — allow 3–4 weeks for production and processing

Shipping rates for ADKN Materials may vary depending on weight and delivery method.

Returns & Cancellations

We offer free UK returns within 28 days. To request a return, simply log into your account [here].

  • Returns are not accepted on ADKN Materials (fabrics, accessories) or ADKN Face Masks, due to hygiene and custom production.
  • ADKNLux pieces are specially made to order; while we do not offer refunds, we may provide store credit at our discretion.
  • Outlet “Perfectly Imperfect” pieces can only be returned in exchange for full store credit.

Cancellations must be requested within 1 hour of placing your order.
Details and Care

Model wears UK size 6. Height: 1.65m/5ft4; Bust 82cm/32inch; Waist 65cm/25.5inch; Hips 88cm/34.5inch
Eco-friendly and sustainable
100% vegan
100% recycled
Fitted bodice
Ruffle waistband
Nickel-free recycled zip
No chemicals used, no residue left in fabric (so you can wash it worry-free)
Bra friendly
Super-soft
Long-sleeve
Square V-neck
Light and breathable
Responsibly-sourced materials and trims
Ethically produced in our own green studio in London, UK

Composition: Outer Layer: 100% RPET Polyester; Lining: 100% RPET Satin

Our RPET polyester is from postconsumer plastic bottles, processed through a mechanical, not chemical, process and spun into yarn in Italy - all traceable. The material is super soft, 100% recycled, anti-UV, fast drying, antibacterial and hypoallergenic, certified by GRS (Global Recycle Standards by Textile Exchange) and Oeko Tex. RPET requires significantly less energy, releases 65% less carbon dioxide and requires 90% less water than normal polyester. All PET used is rescued from the waters of the world and are Global Recycle Standard Certified. Read more about our RPET here.
Our RPET is made from 100% recycled post-consumer PET bottles fished out from waters across the world. The RPET is produced through a chemical-free process and using a waterless dying technique, making our unique fabrication antibacterial and hypoallergenic.
Care guide: wash at 30°, iron on low, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, do not dry clean.

Please note actual product colour may vary from the images shown due to different screen and monitor settings. Please refer to the product description or enquire for extra clarification.

Your contribution towards the environment with the purchase of this dress*:

1,564.94 liters of water saved
9.88 kg of CO2 reduced
153.11 Kw reduced
26.85 2L post-consumer plastic bottles recycled (material, lining, thread and zip)

(*calculations based per one piece of clothing, sustainably produced in our own green studio in London)

Wear it proud! You made a difference.

Made by ADKN [Animal-free Designs and Kindness for Nature]. London Ethical Slow Fashion.
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Why ADKN?

We design beyond trends - for those who value craft, clarity and conscience. Each ADKN piece is a reflection of our belief that fashion can be beautiful without harm, and timeless without excess. Every ADKN piece is ethically made in our London studio, within a trusted supply chain. Fair wages. Responsible processes throughout.

Sustainability Without Compromise

Every piece is thoughtfully crafted in small batches or on demand in our zero-waste London studio, using certified sustainable, vegan and responsibly-sourced materials. No cruelty, no compromise. Made to be worn, loved, and re-loved.

Timeless Designs That Last - Guaranteed

Rooted in slow fashion principles, our collections are intentionally designed to transcend trends, so you can wear what you love, season after season, over and over again. All our products are designed for longevity, backed by our free repair promise. If your garment ever needs mending, we're here to make it right - for you and the planet with The ADKN Repair Promise.

Circular by Design

When you’re ready to part ways with your ADKN piece, send it back. We’ll repair, repurpose, donate or responsibly recycle it - and you’ll receive store credit toward something new. Because true sustainability means keeping garments in use and out of landfill. The end of one piece can be the start of another. Learn more about Re.ADKN, our Circular Fashion Program.

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