Salamasina Dress
Aute Lelei
Powerful. Elegant. Unforgettable.
A true statement of Pacific femininity — the Salamasina Cape Dress in Aute Lelei is designed for the woman who commands presence with grace and confidence.
Flowing, dramatic and refined, this is your most elevated expression of island elegance.
Why you’ll love it
• Signature cape silhouette with striking, flowing movement
• Bold hibiscus print inspired by the Samoan aute
• Designed to make an entrance and leave a lasting impression
The Story
Aute, the Samoan word for hibiscus, represents beauty, strength and femininity.
In this piece, it comes to life in bold, vibrant scale — set against a deep base, creating contrast, movement and undeniable presence.
Part of our Niu Voyage collection, this dress reflects a woman stepping into her next chapter — grounded in heritage, confident in who she is, and unapologetically seen.
This is more than a dress.
This is a statement.
Fit
• Fitted through the body for a sleek silhouette
• Full-length cape overlay for dramatic flow
• Maxi length
Fabric
• Soft, lightweight fabric with elegant drape
• Designed for movement and impact
Style
Perfect for weddings, formal events, milestone celebrations and unforgettable moments.
Size & Availability
Available in sizes 10 to 22
Very limited release — once sold out, this piece will not be restocked
Proudly made in New Zealand
Fabric: Polyester Stretch Knit & Crepe
Need help choosing your size? View our Size Guide here.
We want you to feel confident shopping with MENA.
Full-priced items purchased online may be returned for a refund, provided they are in original, unworn condition with tags attached. Returns must be received within 10 days of delivery.
Sale items may be returned for a store credit or exchange.
Please note that items marked Final Sale are not eligible for return or exchange.
If you wish to exchange an item, please contact us as soon as possible so we can reserve your preferred size or style. Each item may be exchanged once only.
For exchanges, we are happy to cover the cost of sending the replacement item. Customers are responsible for return postage.
To ensure your return arrives safely, we recommend using a tracked or insured service, as we are unable to reimburse items lost in transit without proof of delivery.
If you need help at any stage, our team is always happy to assist.
(Delivery times are estimates and provided as a guide only.)
New Zealand
• $10 flat rate
• Free shipping on orders over $200
• Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days
• Waiheke Island: $35
Australia
• $30 AUD flat rate
• Free shipping on orders over $499 AUD
• Estimated delivery: 3–5 working days
South Pacific (Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, Papua New Guinea, Cook Islands)
• $40 NZD
• Estimated delivery: 4–5 working days
United States
• $35 NZD
• Estimated delivery: 4–6 working days
UK, Europe & East Asia
• $50 NZD
• Estimated delivery: 4–7 working days
If your country is not listed, please contact us for a personalised shipping quote.
INTERNATIONAL DUTIES & TAXES
Please note that international orders may be subject to customs duties, taxes, or tariffs imposed by the destination country. These charges are set by local customs authorities and are the responsibility of the customer.
For our United States customers, recent government tariffs may apply. While these charges are determined by US customs, rest assured your MENA pieces are packed and shipped with the same care and attention.
DELIVERY RESPONSIBILITY
Once your order has been dispatched, delivery timeframes are managed by the courier service. While we do our best to assist, MENA is not responsible for delays once the parcel is in transit.
We recommend contacting the courier directly using the tracking details provided in your shipping confirmation email if you require an update.
Orders cannot be cancelled or refunded due to delivery delays or loss once handed over to the courier.
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Welcome to MENA!
If you're new to MENA you'll quickly notice how much we love colour and vibrant polynesian prints!
We started creating our own designs over 20 years ago to connect us more to our Samoan culture. MENA is named of our mother Mena Loheni who was born and raised in Samoa. She learned how to sew when she was very young and it has been a talent that has helped provide for her family and later on the foundation on which our family enterprise was built. You can read more about our story via the link below. In the meantime we hope you find something here to treasure.
Taking MENA International
We love having the opportunity to showcase our designs as far and wide as possible.
Last year we were thrilled to be able to show at the first ever Utah Pacific Fashion Show. It was a fantastic week of sharing, connecting and being inspired by other Pacific designers and creatives from all over. We've documented all the fun events and behind the scenes fun in our latest blogs so you can read all about in the link below!
