Roxy Hot Tropics Maxi Dress
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Built for the Beach, Ready for Wherever the Day Goes
The Roxy Hot Tropics Maxi Dress is designed for women who want full-length coverage without sacrificing style or comfort. A textured cotton-viscose slub fabric gives the skirt its relaxed, breathable hand-feel, while the fitted smocked bodice provides structure without closures or boning. Adjustable straps let you dial the fit and the deep V-neck keeps the silhouette open and airy.
Construction Details
- V-neckline with a fitted smocked bodice
- Contrast patterned zigzag stitching across the bodice adds a surf-inspired accent
- Adjustable straps for a customizable shoulder fit
- Fixed smocked construction with built-in stretch
- Side cut-out detail at the waist for a modern, resort-ready silhouette
- Voluminous tiered maxi skirt in textured slub fabric
The bodice is smocked for stretch and hold, finished with contrast patterned stitching in a zigzag motif that adds visual interest without added weight. At the waist, a subtle side cut-out detail breaks the silhouette and gives the dress a modern edge. Below the waist, the skirt is voluminous and tiered, with horizontal seams that create movement and dimension.
Fabric
The main fabric is a 65% cotton, 35% viscose slub blend. The cotton content breathes and absorbs moisture in warm weather, while the viscose adds drape and a soft hand-feel. The slub texture gives the fabric visual depth and a relaxed, lived-in quality that wears well from the beach to the boardwalk.
Wear and Care
The Hot Tropics Maxi Dress transitions easily from a morning beach walk to an afternoon lunch or evening out. The tiered skirt moves freely, the smocked bodice stays put, and the overall silhouette reads dressed-up without requiring effort. Follow the care label on the garment for washing instructions specific to this cotton-viscose blend.
About Roxy
Roxy was the first dedicated female surf brand to emerge from a male-dominated surf culture. The brand represents women and girls who follow their own path, and it stays rooted in surf and board-riding through its professional teams. The Hot Tropics Maxi Dress reflects that same spirit: functional details, beach-calibrated fabric, and a silhouette that works as hard as you do.
Available at Island Water Sports in South Florida and online.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Roxy
- Main Fabric
- 65% Cotton, 35% Viscose (textured slub)
- Fit
- Fitted bodice, voluminous tiered skirt
- Neckline
- V-neck
- Straps
- Adjustable
- Closure
- Fixed (smocked bodice, no external closure)
- Bodice Detail
- Smocked with contrast patterned zigzag stitching
- Design Feature
- Side cut-out at waist
- Skirt
- Tiered maxi
- Gender
- Womens
- MPN
- itemMatrix-36968
Frequently Asked Questions
- What fabric is the Roxy Hot Tropics Maxi Dress made from?
- The dress is made from a textured slub fabric composed of 65% cotton and 35% viscose. The blend gives the skirt breathability from the cotton and soft drape from the viscose, keeping the dress comfortable in warm weather.
- Does the Roxy Hot Tropics Maxi Dress have a structured bodice?
- Yes. The bodice is smocked, which provides a fitted hold with natural stretch. There are no hooks, zippers, or external closures. Adjustable straps let you customize the fit at the shoulder.
- What is the side cut-out detail on this dress?
- The Hot Tropics Maxi Dress features a side cut-out at the waist that breaks the silhouette and gives the dress a modern resort look. It is positioned at the natural waist where the bodice meets the skirt.
- Is this dress suitable as a beach cover-up or for other occasions?
- It works well for both. The tiered maxi skirt and smocked bodice make it appropriate for beach days, boardwalk walks, casual lunches, and evening outings. The cotton-viscose fabric travels light and recovers well from folding.
- What makes the bodice stitching distinctive on the Hot Tropics Maxi Dress?
- The smocked bodice features contrast patterned stitching in a zigzag motif. This stitching runs across the front of the bodice and adds a decorative surf-inspired detail that sets the dress apart from plain smocked styles.
- Where can I buy the Roxy Hot Tropics Maxi Dress?
- The Hot Tropics Maxi Dress is available at Island Water Sports in South Florida and through the Island Water Sports online store. For in-store questions call 954-427-4929.
- How does the smocked construction affect the fit of this dress?
- The smocked bodice stretches to accommodate a range of body shapes while maintaining a fitted look. It provides structure without needing separate shapewear or boning. The tiered skirt is cut full for freedom of movement. Use the variant picker on this page for sizing options.