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Runaway

The Ellison Maxi Dress

The Ellison Maxi Dress

R 599.00
R 1,800.00 R 599.00
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Sleek black, minimalist halter neckline, bare back with tie closure — The Ellison Maxi Dress by Runaway The Label is modern elegance distilled to its most confident and effortless, from R599.

Clean lines, quiet confidence, maximum impact. The high halter neckline creates an elongating, refined silhouette, while the bare back with adjustable tie closure gives the rear view a considered, sophisticated moment. Subtle ruching at the waist enhances natural shape without being excessive, and a side split provides graceful ease of movement. Soft stretch fabrication flatters across a wide size range while keeping the look sleek and polished throughout. This is the dress for rooftop dinners, black-tie events, milestone celebrations, or any evening where you want to arrive and simply own the room.

Brand: Runaway The Label
Sizes available: XS · M · L · XL
Retails new for: R1,800 (excl. duties) · Rent from R599

Measurements (per Runaway The Label official size guide):

  • XS: Bust 81 cm · Waist 63 cm · Low hip 91 cm
  • M: Bust 91 cm · Waist 73 cm · Low hip 101 cm
  • L: Bust 96 cm · Waist 78 cm · Low hip 106 cm
  • XL: Bust 101 cm · Waist 83 cm · Low hip 111 cm

The details:

  • High halter neckline with a clean, minimalist finish
  • Bare back with adjustable tie closure for a personalised fit
  • Subtle ruching at the waist to enhance natural shape
  • Side split for graceful ease of movement and quiet allure
  • Soft stretch fabrication that flatters across sizes
  • Fully lined for smooth, comfortable wear
  • Maxi length for timeless, elongating elegance

Size + Fit:
Available in XS, M, L, and XL. Fits true to size with stretch throughout — the adjustable tie back allows for some flexibility in fit. The column silhouette is most flattering when your measurements are close to the size guide above.

Garments are steamed before dispatch but may crease in transit — we recommend a quick steam on the day of your event.

Please do not pin, alter, or adjust garments. Any alterations may result in liability for the item's full replacement value. Questions? WhatsApp us at 079 393 4213.

Not sure about the fit? If your rental arrives and the fit isn't right, WhatsApp us on 079 393 4213 within 4 hours of delivery and we'll issue a store credit to the full value of your rental.

How renting works

Please note, every rental includes a snag and spill insurance which covers you for minor damages (broken zips, small marks etc. however, should a garment need special stain removal, you will be liable for the cost of this additional fee.

How to select my dates:

Please select your rental start date (the preferred date you would like to receive your rental) on the calendar above.

Saturdays + Sundays are greyed out as we don't deliver on weekends.

How long do I keep the garment for?

Our standard rental period is 4 days. If the last day of your rental falls on a weekend or public holiday, we will collect on the next working day.

Shipping & returns

Cut-off time: Orders placed after 1 pm are dispatched the next business day.

We deliver nationwide across South Africa.

See full shipping info here.

Want to try it on?

Style Rotate is Online Only, if you would like to try-on please select the "Try-On" Rental period on the calendar. If the product does not have this open or you would like to try on more than one dress, please WhatsApp us here. Love it? Your try-on fee counts towards your rental — just book within 7 days and it comes straight off the price."

Fit Guarentee

If your rental arrives and the fit isn't right, WhatsApp us on 079 393 4213 within 4 hours of delivery and we'll issue a gift card to the full value of your rental. If we are able to and time and delivery allow, we will organise a replacement dress.

Wear & care

Our pieces are pre-loved and may show light signs of wear.

All rentals include snag and spill insurance covering minor damage (e.g. small marks or broken zips). Specialist stain removal, if required, will be charged separately.

Garments are steamed before dispatch but may crease in transit — we recommend a quick steam on the day of your event.

Please do not pin, alter, or adjust garments. Any alterations may result in liability for the item’s full value.

For questions, contact us on WhatsApp at 079 393 4213.

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How to Use the Calendar 🗓

The calendar shows our real-time availability- here’s how it works 👉

Select your size & your rental duration from the dropdown just above the calendar.

Hover or tap on a weekday to book your rental or check availability. We don’t deliver on weekends, so only weekdays will show as bookable.

Book it in. Your dates will show green if available. on hover, and yellow once selected. Click "rent now" to add to cart.

Your rental is now in your cart, you can checkout and select your shipping options

🚚 We ship and pickup your Rentals nationwide - anywhere in South Africa! (No need to be in Cape Town.)

Simply add your address for delivery at checkout, and select the shipping method that suits you best.