HELEN | Irish Linen

Designed and Handmade in Lancashire

A versatile loose fitting dress made from the highest quality Irish Linen. Simple and understated, Helen contains many lovely details;  a scooped neckline with stitch detail front and back neck facings,  soft gathers create extra swish and fullness in the skirt. The sleeves can be rolled at the hem to create a cuff at the elbow. Deep side seam pockets are standard and will fit  all your bits and bobs. Helen comes with an optional  belt made using the same material. The belt is over 2 metres long so that you can style it in different ways. 

Larger sizes have a full bust adjustment with a French dart to ensure your dress sits nice and balanced.

Model is a UK size 12 wearing a size 2

SIZE GUIDE

Withnell garments are designed for a loose & comfortable fit. The measurements below are a guide for the body, please see the product images for our actual garment measurement chart.

1. UK 6-8     Bust 82cm.  Waist 64cm.   Hips 86cm
2. UK 10-12. Bust 91cm.   Waist 74cm.   Hips 99cm
3. UK 14-16. Bust 100cm  Waist 84cm.   Hips 109cm
4. UK 18-20. Bust 110cm   Waist 94cm.   Hips 117cm
5. UK 22-24. Bust 122cm. Waist 106cm. Hips 127cm

If you are in between sizes you can size up or down depending on whether you prefer a slim or loose fit. I am always happy to adjust designs to create the best fit for you. 

I make my patterns for my height which is  5ft 6”.  Length measurements are stipulated  for each design often with a longer  option. Some of our customers request a shorter length. Please do let me know when ordering if you’d like a further adjustment.

100% Irish linen. Hand or machine wash at 30 degrees. Shake out  and hang to dry naturally. Medium iron as required

It is a  2-3  week schedule from order to dispatch.

If in doubt about your size, please contact us at hello@withnell.co

The Story 

Named after my Nanna and my mums mother. Helen was a silk weaver at Withnell Mill. Silk weavers were paid a premium because it was a specialised job.  Helen  married jack lived in Withnell  with her family  all of her life.