1970s Made in India Cheesecloth Embroidered Floral Smock Dress
This smock dress from the 70s is absolutely stunning and serves as a perfect throw-on piece. It is crafted from semi-sheer cheesecloth with flecking and adorned with delightful floral embroidery featuring appliqué heads in blue, pink and yellow. This dress is made in India from 100% cotton and comes with a square neckline and a high babydoll-style waist tie at the back. The sleeves are flared and open at the underside.
Condition: Some very light discolouration to the neck. There is some very light colour bleeding around some of the yellow flowers, as well as some loose threads. Some funny blue marks at the back of the left shoulder.
Shown on an approx UK size 6 mannequin (B:34"/W:25"/H:34”).
- Bust 40"
- Waist is pretty much free
- Hip free
- Length 49.5”
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Condition Guide
Condition Guide
We use the vintage condition chart from the Vintage Fashion Guild. This is as follows:
- Excellent: Used, with no noticeable flaws or unworn and in perfect condition.
- Very Good: Used, with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
- Good: Visible wear. Minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
- Fair: Numerous flaws, repairs needed, fragile.
- Poor: Extensive damage. For display or study only.
Sizing Guide
Sizing Guide
Vintage clothing is often homemade and/or follows a very different size guide to modern-day clothing. Please ensure you check the measurements carefully on the product description before making your order. We use a rough sizing guide based on waist sizing:
XS | Waist 22"- 25"
S | Waist 26"- 27"
M | Waist 28"- 30"
L | Waist 31"- 32"
XL | Waist 33"- plus
Please do not take the size guide as gospel as the size stated here may not be the size you would normally buy. It is very important to know your bust, waist and hip sizing ahead of purchase.
Garment Care
Garment Care
Refer to our care & condition guide for expert tips on preserving your vintage.