Having a bit of a love affair with DISSH at the moment, and, can you blame me? Their neutral-toned, minimalistic designs with a modern touch are right up my alley. Basics that aren’t boring. I’d mentally bookmarked quite a few items from the site, so decided to add my favourites to cart and do a full try on. Lets run through a full DISSH clothing try-on and review, chatting through quality, sizing, and whether these pieces are worth adding to cart. Scroll to the bottom of this post for my YouTube review if you’d like to see any of these items in motion.
Cass white linen asymmetric midi dress | size AU8
I’ve been wanting to add this to cart ever since the style first dropped on the DISSH website. It comes in two lengths, midi and mini; the midi to me has a bit more of a formal feel. In the white, would be a beautiful bridal option for “the day after” brunch with a simple strappy sandal, or a hens do paired with heels. I’ve seen this styled with both straps up on the shoulders, but it’s not really practical or comfortable to do this. The waist band naturally runs straight across the body, so ends up being tugged up on an angle it you try to adjust the placement of the straps. In a way that won’t stay put, and it just feels a little awkward against the body to do this, too. The back is elasticated so it creates volume up top while cinching you in at the waist. This is really pretty. Fits true to size.
Monique black long sleeve knit top | size AU8
Typically an item with cut outs wouldn’t appeal, but there was just something about the Monique top that I couldn’t stop thinking about. And I have to say, it’s very easy to wear. Surprisingly bra friendly too, as the placement of the fabric under the bust conceals the band nicely. This is a viscose and nylon blend, in a very compact knit with ribbed texture. Form fitting and cut close to the body. I think if you wanted to get interesting with styling, you could wear a fitted tank underneath in a fun colour or print for a peek a boo effect. I really like this one, though I do think it’s a little expensive given the pricing of their other tops. Fits true to size.
Brooklyn black/stone stripe jumper | size S
I’d shared this knit as an alternative to my Toteme striped jumper. As such a tactile person, I wanted to see how the fabric actually felt against the skin, as it’s always a gamble when buying synthetic-blend knitwear. This is oversized… And I mean oversized. Not only is the fit relaxed through the body, but it’s also quite long too. One I’d recommend more so for taller girls as if you’re petite you may find this overwhelms your frame. The fabrication feels a little like Jenni Kayne’s boucle, but softer. It has a bouncy, smooth sort of hand feel to it. This is 88% synthetic and 12% wool, so it’s anyone’s guess how it will hold up in the wash, but honestly? One I’d give a miss. I think that you can easily find a natural fibre alternative in a cotton or wool blend at a similar price point which will wash and wear better over time.
Goldie natural long sleeve top | size S
DISSH does elevated basics well; by which I mean, I find both the cut and the visual textures of their “simple” tops appealing. I added the Goldie long sleeve to cart to act as a neutral alternative to this top from Baserange. I liked the boat-style neckline, and exaggerated sleeve length, along with the wide ribbed knit. I’d expected that this would cling to the body in that form-fitting kind of way, but the fabric has some slack to it. This gives a slim, but not snug fit. It’s also slightly sheer, even when wearing a skin-toned bra. The fabric has a bit more of an earthen, raw feel which is malleable but not slinky soft. Before checking the composition, I was almost certain that this had to be a hemp blend. But it’s actually an acrylic, linen and tencel blend. This to me is just “okay”. I think the brand offers nicer versions of a long sleeve fitted knit top, and the acrylic content made this a no for me.
Aiden off-white muscle tank | size S
Shoulder pad tanks may have had their moment many years ago, but I still think this signature cut is a worthwhile variation on the sleeveless singlet. The Aiden muscle tank is fully opaque, which adds to the clean nature of the silhouette. Love that this means the shoulder pad detail isn’t visible when worn. One of the best ways to wear this? Under a slim fitting knit. It’s a simple way to add structure and make an older piece in your closet feel new again. This is 100% cotton, and has this thin, drapey quality which feels elegant against the skin. Another good basic which gets a thumbs up from me.
Nile bone rouched strapless top | size AU8
A formal strapless top like this wasn’t on my list of must-haves, but I was curious to see how it looked paired with the matching skirt. This girl loves a set. The fabrication for both pieces is the same, so let’s chat about that here. It’s a poly, rayon and spandex blend. While it isn’t stretchy, it does have some flexibility to it. I like the ruched detail across the front; I think it adds some visual layers to the piece. I found this fit true to size, but note I’m not especially busty. There is a band across the top seam which adheres to the body. Zipper is a little sticky; it opens up the full way to get on/off which I appreciate. Cute if you’re looking for a more formal strapless top.
Nile bone rouched skirt | size AU8
Then to match the strapless top, the Nile rouched skirt. I really like this bone colour; it’s creamy but doesn’t pull yellow or pink. Has more of a grey undertone to it. I thought this was a nice piece, but the fit on it was a little odd. I went with my usual size AU8, and felt the waist fit on the large side, while the hips were just right. Meaning, I wouldn’t consider sizing down. And also, I think would be a tricky one to alter because of the folded pleat detail. You can see it has a flat front, and elasticated band at the back of the waist. The key detail that appealed was the ruching across the hips. Creating visual interest, and when paired with the strapless top, the ruching gives me a beautiful hourglass effect which feels well proportioned. Also love the asymmetric side slit detail, which adds some nice movement to the style.
Rowan bone signature blazer | size AU8
To complete the look, the DISSH Rowan bone signature blazer. Again, another piece I’ve been dying to try on. And I think, a really good version of a relaxed boyfriend style blazer. It feels eased out, with room through the body but not oversized in that exaggerated Frankie Shop way. If you’re petite, I’d say you’d want to get the sleeves taken up at the very least; possibly even the length if you wanted a bit more control over the fit. I do wish that this didn’t have tortoiseshell buttons. To me, they feel a little incongruous with the formality level of an item like this, given it’s made from more of a suiting material. Stick with your usual size to get that relaxed fit.
Leilani black linen mini dress | size AU8
Aside from its suiting, DISSH is best known for their dresses. More specifically, their linen dresses. Another one of their style stories that comes in both a mini and midi length is the “Leilani”. I decided to opt for the mini as I thought this might be a cute, playful style for the summer. Especially with that little twist and cut out detail at the waist. Overall, the quality of this is really nice, but I just don’t think it’s doing anything for my figure. Instead, making my waist look broader rather than smaller as I’d been anticipating. If I was placing this order again, I’d opt for the midi length instead. I just think it has a little more impact, and the cut out feels more balanced by the modesty of the length.
Sienna white knit tank | size AU8
This is one of the tops I purchased from DISSH a few weeks back. I was drawn to the plisse knit and high neckline, the latter of which I especially like, as it peeks out the top of sweaters when worn as a base layer. It’s a viscose and nylon blend, and has a form fit, but lots of stretch. A really good option for the office under a blazer, and quite thick. The white is fully opaque, no sheerness here. An absolute win, and good value for money, too. I recommend their Sienna knit pieces over the Harper style any day; the Harper is quite delicate, and mine has pulled despite taking care when wearing it. Opt for your true size in the Sienna tank.
Atwood black tank | size S
One of those pieces I bought to utilize as a staple base layer, and I’m very happy to report that it delivers on all counts. It fits true to size for a slim/snug fit that hugs the contours of your body. It has a slight cropped length and the fabric is on the thin side which makes it a good contender for tucking into skirts or pants. The composition is a cotton and viscose blend, which is a little off-piece for me as for this type of closet staple I’d usually seek out something that was 100% cotton. But, what the viscose does is add a silky hand-feel to the fabric, as well as a slight sheen. Also pleased to report that it comes out of the wash looking like new. Would repeat purchase, or buy in another colour. The price doesn’t break the bank, either.
Rowan black pant | size AU8
Perfect pants. When it comes to fit, at least. The Rowan pant is what I’d consider a DISSH icon. A piece that to me, is synonymous with the brand (along with the rest of the Rowan collection). Constructed with the same poly/rayon/spandex blend as the Nile top and skirt, these are very comfortable to wear. This fabrication has a soft, spongey quality which gives them the “good” drape. For a wide leg trouser, these hang beautifully and don’t feel like there’s too much fabric. A good option for those who are more petite and are after this look, but don’t want to feel swallowed by fabric. Fit is true to size, with a little bit of give at the waist. You can wear them as is or belt them a little higher up if desired. Only thing I don’t like is how easily they seem to pick up fluff. This means that they can come off looking a little messy – the bone colour is a better bet if you’re choosing between the two.
Layla black silk midi skirt | size AU8
Perhaps my favourite item I have in my wardrobe from DISSH is the Layla silk skirt, and it’s severely underrated as far as I’m concerned. 100% washed silk, the quality of this is on par with a similar style I’ve tried from Marle, but at a lower price point. You get so much movement with this skirt too. It has an elasticated waist band with tie so you can secure it at any point on your waist (low or high), which additionally makes it a perfect contender as an elevated piece for a maternity wardrobe. Again stick with your usual size. A true maxi length but can easily be taken up.
Harley charcoal wool blend pant | size AU8
I purchased the Harley pant as a replacement for another pair of grey wool pants. What I was seeking out, was a pant that cinched at the waist, and had a lot of movement through the legs. These deliver, and then some. They’re very wide through the leg, so I’d only recommend this style to those who are 5’6” and above. A small detail, but I really love the wide belt loops. These are a poly, viscose, wool and elastane blend, which has a slight textured hand feel but in a smooth substantial sense rather than a rough sense. Very warm because these are more of a medium weight fabric, but they can also easily be layered up with heat tech too if needed. You can see here that they’re also really long. I’m planning to take mine to the tailor this week to get them taken up enough to be worn easily with a sneaker or low heeled boot. Reinforcing what I said earlier about these being best for taller girls. I think these are good value for money, and mine have washed well, too.
