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Discover our best selling maxi dresses, elevated leather, knitwear and luxe faux fur layers in timeless silhouettes

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OnceWas Carmen Silk Cotton Maxi Dress in Golden Medina
OnceWas Carmen Silk Cotton Maxi Dress in Golden Medina
Carmen Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Golden Medina
$449.95
OnceWas Amira One Shoulder Tie Linen Viscose Dress in Golden Medina
OnceWas Amira One Shoulder Tie Linen Viscose Dress in Golden Medina
Amira One Shoulder Tie Linen Viscose Dress in Golden Medina
$439.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Carmen Silk Cotton Maxi Dress in Golden Medina
OnceWas PETITE Carmen Silk Cotton Maxi Dress in Golden Medina
UNDER 5'4 Carmen Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Golden Medina
$449.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Helm Tencel Embroidered Straight Leg Pant in Sky
OnceWas PETITE Helm Tencel Embroidered Straight Leg Pant in Sky
UNDER 5'4 Helm Tencel Embroidered Straight Leg Pant in Sky
$299.95
Helm Tencel Embroidered Straight Leg Pant in Sky
Helm Tencel Embroidered Straight Leg Pant in Sky
$299.95
Only 1 in stock
OnceWas Aurora Reversible Linen Viscose Jacket in Golden Medina / Marrakech Topaz
OnceWas Aurora Reversible Linen Viscose Jacket in Golden Medina / Marrakech Topaz
Aurora Reversible Linen Viscose Jacket in Golden Medina / Marrakech Topaz
$399.95
Only 3 in stock
OnceWas Soraya Cotton Silk Dress in Golden Medina
Soraya Cotton Silk Dress in Golden Medina
Soraya Cotton Silk Dress in Golden Medina
$419.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Ivory
OnceWas PETITE Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Ivory
UNDER 5'4 Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Ivory
$299.95
OnceWas Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Ivory
OnceWas Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Ivory
Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Ivory
$299.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Willow Linen Viscose Pant in Golden Medina
OnceWas PETITE Willow Linen Viscose Pant in Golden Medina
UNDER 5'4 Willow Linen Viscose Pant in Golden Medina
$299.95
OnceWas Willow Linen Viscose Pant in Golden Medina
OnceWas Willow Linen Viscose Pant in Golden Medina
Willow Linen Viscose Pant in Golden Medina
$299.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Dune
OnceWas PETITE Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Dune
UNDER 5'4 Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Dune
$299.95
OnceWas  Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Dune
OnceWas Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Dune
Zara Linen Viscose Pant in Dune
$299.95
Rimal Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Marrakech Topaz
Rimal Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Marrakech Topaz
$439.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Rimal Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Marrakech Topaz
OnceWas PETITE Rimal Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Marrakech Topaz
UNDER 5'4 Rimal Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Marrakech Topaz
$439.95
Only 5 in stock
OnceWas Yasmin Linen Viscose Skirt in Marrakech Topaz
OneWas Yasmin Linen Viscose Skirt in Marrakech Topaz
Yasmin Linen Viscose Skirt in Marrakech Topaz
$309.95
Only 3 in stock
OnceWas Sakina Cotton Silk Blouse in Ivory Jade
OnceWas Sakina Cotton Silk Blouse in Ivory Jade
Sakina Cotton Silk Blouse in Ivory Jade
$299.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Lilia Viscose Faille Pant in Topaz
OnceWas PETITE Lilia Viscose Faille Pant in Topaz
UNDER 5'4 Lilia Viscose Faille Pant in Topaz
$299.95
OnceWas Lilia Cotton Silk Dress in Topaz
OnceWas Lilia Cotton Silk Dress in Topaz
Lilia Cotton Silk Dress in Topaz
$419.95
Onceas Lilia Viscose Faille Pant in Topaz
OneWas Lilia Viscose Faille Pant in Topaz
Lilia Viscose Faille Pant in Topaz
$299.95
OnceWas Luma Cotton Silk Flutter Sleeve Top in Oasis Flora
OnceWas Luma Cotton Silk Flutter Sleeve Top in Oasis Flora
Luma Cotton Silk Flutter Sleeve Top in Oasis Flora
$279.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Cordelia  Shirred Silk Cotton Skirt in Oasis Flora
OnceWas PETITE Cordelia  Shirred Silk Cotton Skirt in Oasis Flora
UNDER 5'4 Cordelia Shirred Silk Cotton Skirt in Oasis Flora
$309.95
Only 4 in stock
OnceWas Oleander Cotton Silk Blouse in Oasis Flora
OnceWas Oleander Cotton Silk Blouse in Oasis Flora
Oleander Cotton Silk Blouse in Oasis Flora
$299.95
Fits under 5'4"
Only 5 in stock
OnceWas PETITE Maysa Viscose Dress in Oasis Flora
UNDER 5'4 Maysa Viscose Dress in Oasis Flora
UNDER 5'4 Maysa Viscose Dress in Oasis Flora
$449.95
Only 4 in stock
OnceWas Cordelia  Shirred Silk Cotton Skirt in Oasis Flora
OnceWas Cordelia  Shirred Silk Cotton Skirt in Oasis Flora
Cordelia Shirred Silk Cotton Skirt in Oasis Flora
$309.95
OnceWas Nisreen Silk Cotton Embroidered Flutter Sleeve Dress in Oasis Flora
OnceWas Nisreen Silk Cotton Embroidered Flutter Sleeve Dress in Oasis Flora
Nisreen Silk Cotton Embroidered Flutter Sleeve Dress in Oasis Flora
$419.95
OnceWas Maysa Viscose Dress in Oasis Flora
OnceWas Maysa Viscose Dress in Oasis Flora
Maysa Viscose Dress in Oasis Flora
$449.95
Only 4 in stock
OneWas Sakina Cotton Silk Blouse in Palmarosa
Sakina Cotton Silk Blouse in Palmarosa
$299.95
Only 3 in stock
OnceWas Aseel Linen Viscose Embroidered Top in Palmarosa
Aseel Linen Viscose Embroidered Top in Palmarosa
$299.95
OnceWas Zina Linen Viscose One Shoulder Dress in Palmarosa
Zina Linen Viscose One Shoulder Dress in Palmarosa
$449.95

REVIEWS FROM THE OW COMMUNITY

★★★★★

Wonderful, helpful customer service and, as always, the most beautifully designed and made garments.

Caroline D
★★★★★

I love the petite range, especially the pants , I’m 162cm and the length is always perfect for me. I especially love the prints and quality of the fabric.

Julie M
★★★★★

From the ease of purchasing online to the fast delivery, OnceWas has beautiful, well made, quality clothing that makes you proud to wear.

Trudy W
★★★★★

Love it!!!I Love the fabric it feels so beautiful on and adds a delightful texture. The detail is exquisite and I love the versatility of the dress.

JULIE C

GET TO KNOW OUR MOST-LOVED COLLECTIONS

DRESSES

Our dresses are loved for their timeless silhouettes, considered detailing and exceptional craftsmanship designed with effortless versatility to take you from one occasion to the next.

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UNDER 5'4 EDIT

Are you 5’4/162cm or under and find it difficult to buy clothing that fits just right? Our Under 5'4 range has reduced lengths & carefully balanced volumes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can use our Size Guide here to help you find your perfect size. We also provide all garment measurements on each product page under 'Size and Fit'. We recommend comparing these measurements to something similar in your own wardrobe to help with sizing.

For general enquiries, you can contact us through our online chat, by phone 0478 041 230, or via emailhello@oncewas.com.au. Our Customer Care Team is available Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, and we’re here to assist you!

Yes, we offer Free Shipping on all orders over $200 for a limited time only. Standard shipping is available for orders under $200 at a flat rate of $12 & Express shipping is available at a flat rate of $18

Yes, enjoy instant exchanges so you don’t have to wait long for your replacement. From the moment you lodge your exchange in our portal, your new piece is dispatched within 24 hours, meaning you get your items faster!

We offer free shipping on your first exchange to make finding the perfect fit easy.

Peace of mind knowing you have 14 days from dispatch to return eligible items.

Our Head Office is located in Hawthorn East, Victoria, and every second Friday, we open the front of our office to the public as our 'Styling Studio'. This gives our customers the opportunity to try on all the OnceWas pieces available online. You can check here for the next Styling Studio open date.

Preorder means you are purchasing an item before we have the physical stock available. Our preorder items are marked with a preorder banner and will always include the preorder dispatch information in the product description.

We accept all major credit cards, Afterpay, Klarna, and PayPal Pay in 4. Please refer to our Returns Policyfor details on using these payment methods.

All orders placed before 1 pm will be shipped out the same day. Shipping timeframes are typically 2-4 business days for metro areas and 4-6 business days for rural areas. You can view our full shipping information here.

*Please note, these timeframes may vary depending on conditions with Australia Post and during their Peak Seasons (November and December). Once your parcel is with them, unfortunately, any delays are out of our control.