Material Composition
The 95% cotton base keeps this dress breathable and comfortable through warm weather - at this concentration, cotton wears naturally against the skin and softens with repeated washing. The 5% spandex is noted in the JSON composition but the listed stretch is "No stretch" - the fit flexibility in the bodice comes from the smocked elastic construction rather than inherent fabric stretch. The two mechanisms work independently: the fabric is stable, while the smocking provides the bodice's adjustable fit.
Construction Details
Strapless design with a smocked bandeau-style bodice - the smocking runs across the entire bust and upper torso with horizontal elastic banding that creates a structured, adjustable fit. The dress transitions into a full A-line skirt from the natural waist, with volume that allows free movement through the hem. Side pockets are built into the skirt seams and are clearly visible and functional based on the product image. The vertical stripe pattern runs the full length of the garment. Not lined. No external closure - the smocked elastic bodice is the sole fastening mechanism.
Fabric Behavior
Care Instructions
Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. Smocked construction holds well on cold wash cycles - avoid hot water and high heat, which can cause the elastic banding in the bodice to lose tension over time. The cotton body softens naturally with regular washing while maintaining the stripe definition.
