The evening dress that made me feel unforgettable again.
On the long black lace gown with a scalloped V-neck, semi-sheer lace sleeves, a ruched bodice and a dramatic high slit — made for the gala dinners, celebrations and nights you want to remember.
I am 59, and for years every evening dress I tried was either so plain it disappeared in the room, or so stiff I couldn't wait to get home and take it off.
The Quintina fixes exactly that. Delicate black lace, long semi-sheer sleeves and a ruched bodice that shapes the waist — with a flowing lace skirt and a high slit that moves beautifully when you walk. No dull black, no stiffness, no second thoughts.
Here is why the Wrenley family made it this way, in their own words.
1Lace that turns heads — from every side
The Quintina is made in delicate black lace with semi-sheer details at the sleeves, the back and the hem. It adds depth and graceful charm — the kind of dress people notice as you walk into the room, and again as you walk away.
2A flattering V-neck with a scalloped edge
The deep V-neck is finished with a fine scalloped lace edge that softly frames the décolleté. Add a pair of statement earrings, and the neckline does the rest.
3A ruched bodice that shapes the waist
Soft ruching through the bodice gathers the lace at the waist and hips, shaping the waist and elongating the figure for a sculpted, graceful silhouette — then the skirt flows out into a long, sweeping hem.
4A high slit that moves with you
A dramatic high slit, edged in the same scalloped lace, opens as you walk and gives the long skirt an elegant, flowing movement. It's what makes the Quintina feel so effortless on the dance floor or the walk to your table.
5Long lace sleeves with a romantic finish
The long, semi-sheer lace sleeves cover the arms and open into a soft, ruffled lace cuff at the wrist. Elegant and romantic — no wrap or bolero needed.
6Made for your most special nights
Formal events, gala dinners, cocktail parties, an anniversary night out — the Quintina is made for them all. Its deep black can show a subtle charcoal undertone in certain light, adding lovely depth to the lace. It comes in sizes XS all the way to 3XL.
The Quintina, against the evening dresses you've been buying
| The usual evening dress | The Quintina | |
|---|---|---|
| The look | Plain black, easily forgotten | Delicate lace with sheer details |
| Neckline | Too plain, or awkward | Deep V with a scalloped lace edge |
| Shape | Shapeless, or tight and stiff | Ruched bodice that shapes the waist |
| Movement | Stiff and lifeless | A flowing skirt with a high slit |
| Arms | Bare, or a wrap on top | Long semi-sheer lace sleeves |
- Plain black, easily forgotten
- Too plain, or awkward
- Shapeless, or tight and stiff
- Stiff and lifeless
- Bare, or a wrap on top
- Delicate lace with sheer details
- Deep V with a scalloped lace edge
- Ruched bodice that shapes the waist
- A flowing skirt with a high slit
- Long semi-sheer lace sleeves
Why it's half price right now
For its 30th anniversary, the Wrenley Family — family-owned since 1996 — has cut the Quintina from $119.90 to $59.95: half the regular price.
Buy 2 and get an extra 10% off, 3 for 15%, 4 for 20%. Every order ships with tracking and a 30-day return window.
The Quintina Dress
- Deep V-neck with a scalloped lace edge
- Long, semi-sheer lace sleeves
- Ruched bodice that shapes the waist
- Flowing skirt with a high slit and semi-sheer lace hem
- Deep black lace
- Sizes XS–3XL · 30-day returns
The Quintina · $59.95 (was $119.90)
Bundle offer: buy 2 for an extra 10% off, buy 3 for 15%, buy 4 for 20%.
I do not usually write things like this. But I spent too many years settling for clothes that were merely fine — and this one dress quietly gave me back the pleasure of getting dressed. If that sounds like you, I hope you find your size before it's gone.
— Julie Henderson
Shop the Quintina — $59.95 →This is a personal account from a Wrenley Family customer. Julie was not paid to write it. · The Wrenley Family · Sizes XS–3XL · Tracked delivery · 30-day returns.