Dress ID: R/L25-1150
Designer: Designs by Ala
Original Retail Price: $4,200
Purchase Price: $3,500
Rental Price: $350
Dress Type: Rhythm/Latin
Size: 4-6-8
Cup Size: B-C-D
Height Req: N/A
Expiration Date: 05/01/2026
Accessories: (2) Opera Gloves, (2) Wristbands
Mango Muñquita
Bold, graphic, and irresistibly vibrant, Mango Muñequita is a Rhythm/Latin dress that celebrates striking color contrast and dynamic texture through sculptural design. Sleek and daring in its execution, the silhouette exudes a refined cocktail-chic energy that feels both modern and unapologetically confident. The design is centered on a minimalist jet-black bodice with a sophisticated high-neck collar, serving as a dramatic canvas for a striking arrangement of large palettes in radiant iridescent citrus hues. These beaming accents cascade vertically from the collar, drawing the eye downward while enhancing the torso’s length and creating a powerful focal point, dramatically contrasting the black base. They are also mirrored at the hips, creating a rhythmic visual frame that draws the eye to the dancer’s movement. The back reveals a dramatic open scoop framed by slender straps that maintain security while preserving the design’s minimal, architectural feel. Along the hipline, a concentrated band of matching palettes wraps around the silhouette, bridging the transition into the skirt. From this point, vibrant lime-green fringe emerges in dense layers, introducing fluid motion and rhythmic energy.
Mango Muñequita finds its stylistic inspiration in the sharp, provocative glamour of Tom Ford. Known for his ability to pair minimalist, high-contrast silhouettes with bold, opulent hardware and jewel-toned accents, Ford’s influence is evident in the dress’s sleek black foundation and strategically placed statement embellishments. By merging the sophistication of a couture runway look with the high-octane requirements of the Latin floor, Mango Muñequita offers a performance aesthetic that is both fiercely modern and timelessly seductive.




