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Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Alexis Silk Cotton Midi Dress in Petinos Floros
UNDER 5'4 Alexis Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Petinos Floros
UNDER 5'4 Alexis Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Petinos Floros
$449.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Theia Viscose Scallop Embroidered Dress in Petinos Floros
UNDER 5'4 Theia Viscose Scallop Embroidered Dress in Petinos Floros
UNDER 5'4 Theia Viscose Scallop Embroidered Dress in Petinos Floros
$439.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Zenobia Viscose Fringe Midi Skirt in Petinos Floros
UNDER 5'4 Zenobia Viscose Fringe Midi Skirt in Petinos Floros
UNDER 5'4 Zenobia Viscose Fringe Midi Skirt in Petinos Floros
$309.95
Fits under 5'4"
Only 3 in stock
UNDER 5'4 Amara Tencel Embroidered Maxi Dress in Blue Haze
UNDER 5'4 Amara Tencel Embroidered Maxi Dress in Blue Haze
$449.95
Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Blazer in Imperial Stone
Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Blazer in Imperial Stone
$399.95
OnceWas Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Pant in Imperial Stone
OnceWas Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Pant in Imperial Stone
Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Pant in Imperial Stone
$299.95
OnceWas Cascadia Embroidered Linen Viscose Midi Skirt in Black
Cascadia Embroidered Linen Viscose Midi Skirt in Black
Cascadia Embroidered Linen Viscose Midi Skirt in Black
$309.95
OnceWas Helm Embroidered Linen Viscose Pant in Black
OnceWas Helm Embroidered Linen Viscose Pant in Black
Helm Embroidered Linen Viscose Pant in Black
$299.95
Only 2 in stock
OnceWas Gaia Lace Spliced Linen Viscose Dress in Imperial Stone
Gaia Lace Spliced Linen Viscose Dress in Imperial Stone
$439.95
OnceWas Xanthia Diamond Smock Yoke Linen Viscose Dress in Imperial Stone
OnceWas Xanthia Diamond Smock Yoke Linen Viscose Dress in Imperial Stone
Xanthia Diamond Smock Yoke Linen Viscose Dress in Imperial Stone
$449.95
Sold Out
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Oleander Cotton Silk Shirred Blouse in Imperial Stone
OnceWas PETITE Oleander Cotton Silk Shirred Blouse in Imperial Stone
UNDER 5'4 Oleander Cotton Silk Shirred Blouse in Imperial Stone
$299.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Blazer in Imperial Stone
OnceWas PETITE Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Blazer in Imperial Stone
UNDER 5'4 Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Blazer in Imperial Stone
$399.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Pant in Imperial Stone
OnceWas PETITE Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Pant in Imperial Stone
UNDER 5'4 Leandro Contrast Lace Linen Viscose Stretch Pant in Imperial Stone
$299.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Cascadia Embroidered Linen Viscose Midi Skirt in Black
OnceWas PETITE Cascadia Embroidered Linen Viscose Midi Skirt in Black
UNDER 5'4 Cascadia Embroidered Linen Viscose Midi Skirt in Black
$309.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Helm Embroidered Linen Viscose Pant in Black
OnceWas PETITE Helm Embroidered Linen Viscose Pant in Black
UNDER 5'4 Helm Embroidered Linen Viscose Pant in Black
$299.95
Fits under 5'4"
OnceWas PETITE Gaia Lace Spliced Linen Viscose Dress in Imperial Stone
UNDER 5'4 Gaia Lace Spliced Linen Viscose Dress in Imperial Stone
UNDER 5'4 Gaia Lace Spliced Linen Viscose Dress in Imperial Stone
$439.95
Thalia Lace Cotton Slub Shirt in Plume Blossom
Thalia Lace Cotton Slub Shirt in Plume Blossom
$299.95
Only 5 in stock
OnceWas Delray Reversible Cupro Cami in Plume Blossom
OnceWas Delray Reversible Cupro Cami in Plume Blossom
Delray Reversible Cupro Cami in Plume Blossom
$179.95
OnceWas Pandorea Viscose Dobby Yoke Skirt in Plume Blossom
OnceWas Pandorea Viscose Dobby Yoke Skirt in Plume Blossom
Pandorea Viscose Dobby Yoke Skirt in Plume Blossom
$309.95
OnceWas Athena Cupro Viscose Flutter Sleeve Dress in Celosia Pink
OnceWas Athena Cupro Viscose Flutter Sleeve Dress in Celosia Pink
Athena Cupro Viscose Flutter Sleeve Dress in Celosia Pink
$449.95
OnceWas Gaia Lace Spliced Linen Viscose Dress in Plume Blossom
Gaia Lace Spliced Linen Viscose Dress in Plume Blossom
$439.95
Only 5 in stock
OnceWas Xenia Yoke Linen Viscose Dress in Plume Blossom
Xenia Yoke Linen Viscose Dress in Plume Blossom
$449.95
OnceWas Selini Braided Neck Viscose Chiffon Blouse in Celosia Pink
OnceWas Selini Braided Neck Viscose Chiffon Blouse in Celosia Pink
Selini Braided Neck Viscose Chiffon Blouse in Celosia Pink
$299.95
OnceWas Xanthia Diamond Smock Yoke Silk Cotton Embroidered Dress in Blue Topaz
OnceWas Xanthia Diamond Smock Yoke Silk Cotton Embroidered Dress in Blue Topaz
Xanthia Diamond Smock Yoke Cotton Silk Embroidered Dress in Blue Topaz
$449.95
OnceWas Thalassa Embroidered Silk Cotton Flutter Sleeve Top in Blue Topaz
Thalassa Embroidered Cotton Silk Flutter Sleeve Top in Blue Topaz
$299.95
OnceWas Calantha Viscose Dobby Ruched Sleeve Shirt in Azure Mosaic
OnceWas Calantha Viscose Dobby Ruched Sleeve Shirt in Azure Mosaic
Calantha Viscose Dobby Rouched Sleeve Shirt in Azure Mosaic
$299.95
OnceWas Zenobia Viscose Dobby Midi Skirt in Azure Mosaic
OnceWas Zenobia Viscose Dobby Midi Skirt in Azure Mosaic
Zenobia Viscose Dobby Midi Skirt in Azure Mosaic
$309.95
OnceWas Adriana Linen Viscose Embroidered Yoke Dress in Azure Mosaic
OnceWas Adriana Linen Viscose Embroidered Yoke Dress in Azure Mosaic
Adriana Linen Viscose Embroidered Yoke Dress in Azure Mosaic
$419.95
Only 5 in stock
OnceWas Callista Viscose Dobby Petal Sleeve Dress in Azure Mosaic
OnceWas Callista Viscose Dobby Petal Sleeve Dress in Azure Mosaic
Callista Viscose Dobby Petal Sleeve Dress in Azure Mosaic
$449.95
OnceWas Carmen Silk Cotton Maxi Dress in Azure Mosaic
OnceWas Carmen Silk Cotton Maxi Dress in Azure Mosaic
Carmen Cotton Silk Maxi Dress in Azure Mosaic
$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.