Holly dress

Sale Price: A$126.00 Original Price: A$149.00

An exquisite heirloom piece, the Holly dress showcases meticulous hand-smocking and delicate white embroidery across its yoke. This elegant bishop-style design features gathered puff sleeves with charming, hand-smocked and embroidered ruffle cuffs and a flowing A-line silhouette.

Crafted from 100% premium cotton and fully lined with soft white muslin, the Holly dress features back button closures for a refined finish. Each stitch represents centuries-old techniques, meticulously executed by our skilled female artisans.

Lovingly made as part of our small-batch production, this unique piece is designed to be treasured and passed down through generations – perfect for elegant Christmas celebrations, professional family photoshoots, and all her most special festive moments.

Only two dresses made in each size.

Ethically handmade by female dressmakers working from their own homes in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Your purchase supports their work. Find out more.

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An exquisite heirloom piece, the Holly dress showcases meticulous hand-smocking and delicate white embroidery across its yoke. This elegant bishop-style design features gathered puff sleeves with charming, hand-smocked and embroidered ruffle cuffs and a flowing A-line silhouette.

Crafted from 100% premium cotton and fully lined with soft white muslin, the Holly dress features back button closures for a refined finish. Each stitch represents centuries-old techniques, meticulously executed by our skilled female artisans.

Lovingly made as part of our small-batch production, this unique piece is designed to be treasured and passed down through generations – perfect for elegant Christmas celebrations, professional family photoshoots, and all her most special festive moments.

Only two dresses made in each size.

Ethically handmade by female dressmakers working from their own homes in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Your purchase supports their work. Find out more.

Reviews

  • Model is aged 5 and wears a size 5.

    The Holly dress is A-line and loose around the chest, and is cut generously.

    Length measurements are made from shoulder to hemline. The handmade nature of our dresses means the measurements will be subject to a tolerance of approx +/- 1cm. Smocking in itself is an inexact artform, and also provides an elasticity to the dress’ fit.

    Holly dress length measurements

    Size 1 – 45cm
    Size 2 – 50cm
    Size 3 – 55cm
    Size 4 – 60cm
    Size 5 – 65cm
    Size 6 – 70cm
    Size 7 – 75cm

    More information can be found on our FAQ page.

  • 100% cotton with inbuilt muslin petticoat, and fastens with back buttons. Includes complimentary matching bow.

    Given a little love, your dress will be worn for generations. Gentle machine wash with similar colours, hang to dry. Do not tumble dry. Use a warm iron.

  • Australian Shipping – Aust Post

    FREE shipping for orders over $200

    • $10 Standard shipping throughout Australia, delivered approximately 2-5 business days from dispatch.

    • $25 Express post, delivered approximately 1-3 business days from dispatch.

    New Zealand Shipping – Aust Post International

    FREE shipping to New Zealand for orders $200 or over

    • AUD$16.00 Standard shipping.

    • AUD$36.00 Express international shipping.

    Find out more on our FAQ page.

  • Dot & Mila dresses and blouses are handmade by women dressmakers working from their own homes in Colombo, Sri Lanka. We use 100% cotton fabric only, and are zero waste – cut-offs are minimised and used elsewhere wherever possible.

    Your purchase supports the ongoing employment of our dressmakers.

    Find out more.