Intricately embellished with embroidered florals and sequins, the Piper Dress is a form-fitting sheath complete with puffed short sleeves. Intricately embellished with embroidered florals and sequins, the Piper Dress is a form-fitting sheath complete with puffed short sleeves. 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.