When we receive packages from wholesalers, we seem to often be in for an unexpected surprise. These dresses were one of those surprises; we ordered them believeing they were tops. On an average woman though, they fall well beneath the knee, so we're definitely classing them as dresses.
It's a beautiful dress. Worn alone it is perfect for the summer. It's light weight, airy, and very comfortable. It can easily be the piece ladies choose to wear over their costume. Yet it also makes an amazing part of a larger ensemble; layering it with a skirt, t-shirt and cardigan, creates an eclectic winter outfit, as in the picture below.
The dress is designed to flatter curvacious women. As you can see, the fabric flows from just below the breastline, so it drapes beautifully over your curves.
The cleverly designed neckline and bust area easily encompass larger sized breasts, yet for smaller chested ladies the fabric does not gape as it can so easily do on badly cut clothing.
The manufacturer of these dresses is clearly very well versed in tie-dying, as they've been able to acheive intricate patterns on some areas of the fabric.
I'm uncertain of how they've acheived these patterns, but the beautiful ribbed effect; the part that looks a little like multi-coloured giraffe spots, anyone can do. It has various names, which include sewing, folding, and the accordion. The effect is acheieved by creating a consatina effect with the fabric intended for dying, and securing it with rubber bands or string before applying the dye.
Each item differs slightly, but all those we currently stock are of the colours / patterns depicted here.
The dress is only £15.
We offer free shipping on all purchases from The Funky Orchard.
Gift wrapping is available.
Buy it here.
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