The Clara Dress is a romantic maxi featuring a timeless A-line silhouette, stunning appliqué detail, and subtle puff sleeves. The full skirt transitions to sheer for the finishing touch. The Clara Dress is a romantic maxi featuring a timeless A-line silhouette, stunning appliqué detail, and subtle puff sleeves. The full skirt transitions to sheer for the finishing touch. Helsi — a namesake of the founder’s mother, meaning “independent,” “confident,” and “ambitious” — designs hand-crafted, special occasion garments. Focusing on boutique pieces, Helsi’s team of artisans carefully crafts dimensional florals and trims with embroidery, feather, and pearl accents.