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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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Only 1 in stock
OnceWas Estrella Linen Viscose Yoke Skirt in Palmarosa
Estrella Linen Viscose Yoke Skirt in Palmarosa
$309.95
Maya Viscose Midi Dress in Marrakech Ruby
Maya Viscose Midi Dress in Marrakech Ruby
$439.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas Petite Maya Viscose Faille Lace Trim Midi Dress in Marrakech Ruby
UNDER 5'4 Maya Viscose Faille Lace Trim Midi Dress in Marrakech Ruby
$439.95
Nora Viscose Midi Skirt in Marrakech Ruby
Nora Viscose Midi Skirt in Marrakech Ruby
$309.95
OnceWas Petite Nora Viscose Faille Scoop Hem Midi Skirt in Marrakech Ruby
UNDER 5'4 Nora Viscose Faille Scoop Hem Midi Skirt in Marrakech Ruby
$309.95
OnceWas Jamila Silk Cotton Dress in Ruby
Jamila Silk Cotton Dress in Ruby
$419.95
Only 3 in stock
OnceWas Cordelia Shirred Waist Silk Cotton Skirt in Ruby
Cordelia Shirred Waist Silk Cotton Skirt in Ruby
$309.95
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OnceWas Petite Cordelia Shirred Waist Silk Cotton Skirt in Ruby
UNDER 5'4 Cordelia Shirred Waist Silk Cotton Skirt in Ruby
$309.95
Only 2 in stock
OnceWas Tahani One Sleeve Viscose Top in Onyx Casablanca
OnceWas Tahani One Sleeve Viscose Top in Onyx Casablanca
Tahani One Sleeve Viscose Top in Onyx Casablanca
$299.95
OnceWas Maha Diamond Smock Yoke Viscose Faille Dress in Onyx Casablanca
OnceWas Maha Diamond Smock Yoke Viscose Faille Dress in Onyx Casablanca
Maha Diamond Smock Yoke Viscose Faille Dress in Onyx Casablanca
$449.95
OnceWas Willow Viscose Faille Contrast Panel Pant in Onyx Casablanca
OnceWas Willow Viscose Faille Contrast Panel Pant in Onyx Casablanca
Willow Viscose Faille Contrast Panel Pant in Onyx Casablanca
$299.95
OnceWas Aseel Cotton Flutter Sleeve Embroidered Top in Ivory
OnceWas Aseel Cotton Flutter Sleeve Embroidered Top in Ivory
Aseel Cotton Flutter Sleeve Embroidered Top in Ivory
$299.95
OnceWas Dalia Diamond Smock Yoke Cotton Shirt in Ivory Casablanca
OnceWas Dalia Diamond Smock Yoke Cotton Shirt in Ivory Casablanca
Dalia Diamond Smock Yoke Cotton Shirt in Ivory Casablanca
$299.95
Only 2 in stock
OnceWas Zenobia Contrast Trim Viscose Dobby Midi Skirt in Ivory Casablanca
OnceWas Zenobia Contrast Trim Viscose Dobby Midi Skirt in Ivory Casablanca
Zenobia Contrast Trim Viscose Dobby Midi Skirt in Ivory Casablanca
$309.95
OnceWas Malika Viscose Dobby Flutter Sleeve Dress in Ivory Casablanca
OnceWas Malika Viscose Dobby Flutter Sleeve Dress in Ivory Casablanca
Malika Viscose Dobby Flutter Sleeve Dress in Ivory Casablanca
$449.95
OnceWas Malika Silk Cotton Lace Trim Flutter Sleeve Dress in Ivory Casablanca
OnceWas Malika Silk Cotton Lace Trim Flutter Sleeve Dress in Ivory Casablanca
Malika Silk Cotton Lace Trim Flutter Sleeve Dress in Ivory Casablanca
$419.95
Fits under 5'4"
Only 4 in stock
UNDER 5'4 Maha Diamond Smock Yoke Viscose Dress in Onyx Casablanca
UNDER 5'4 Maha Diamond Smock Yoke Viscose Dress in Onyx Casablanca
$449.95
Fits under 5'4"
Only 5 in stock
UNDER 5'4 Willow Viscose Faille Contrast Panel Pant in Onyx Casablanca
UNDER 5'4 Willow Viscose Faille Contrast Panel Pant in Onyx Casablanca
$299.95
Fits under 5'4"
UNDER 5'4 Zenobia Contrast Trim Viscose Dobby Midi Skirt in Ivory Casablanca
UNDER 5'4 Zenobia Contrast Trim Viscose Dobby Midi Skirt in Ivory Casablanca
$309.95
Fits under 5'4"
UNDER 5'4 Malika Viscose Flutter Sleeve Dress in Ivory Casablanca
UNDER 5'4 Malika Viscose Flutter Sleeve Dress in Ivory Casablanca
$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

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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.