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HELEN | pleated dress | linen

HELEN | pleated dress | linen

Designed and Handmade in Lancashire

A contemporary and classic dress.  The reason she's our best seller. Deep inverted pleats create extra swish and fullness in the skirt. Kimono sleeves are rolled to finish at the elbow. Deep side seam pockets as standard for all your bits and bobs. Helen comes with a belt made using the same material. The belt is over 2 metres long so that you can style it in different ways. 

Model is a UK size 10 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% linen. Hand or machine wash at 30 degrees. Shake out  and hang to dry naturally.
Medium iron whilst damp to re-press pleats. Alternatively dry clean.

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. 

Sustainability & Ethics

We only cut garments once an order has been placed. Our off-cuts are repurposed to make accessories.

All our materials are made from natural fibres.  

We design, make patterns, samples  and your garments  in house.  

Every Withnell garment comes with a repair kit to maintain your garment for longer.

We offer repairs for trickier jobs.

Regular price £230.00
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Customer Reviews

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Mary
I love this dress

It's already my favourite item of clothing! I ordered the goldenrod but now I want every colour. You're so talented, and I love the attention to detail - my name embroidered into the label, the repair kit etc, it's so special.

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Kathy Fallon
LOVE IT!

The colour and fabric of this dress caught my eye at the Manchester craft fair! The dress on show didnt quite fit so I ordered a differrent size which arrived very quickly and fits perfectly. Love the fit and styling. Beautifully made and will last a lifetime. Looking forward to many happy days wearing this!

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Sarah Holland
Beautiful dress

I love my Helen dress, the fabric is stunning, it feels so special to wear and the attention to detail is amazing. I’ll treasure my dress forever.

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Beautiful dress, well made and easy to wear. Would highly recommend this brand.