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Paula scalloped front dress with cap sleeve

Paula scalloped front dress with cap sleeve

£335.00
£335.00
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Made for days when comfort and a special touch matter.

Paula is a softly structured linen dress with a gently rounded collar a beautifully hand cut scalloped front and gathered skirt. The covered buttons add a little vintage charm. Designed to move with ease, it feels. feminine and  relaxed without losing shape.

Details

  • Softly rounded collar
  • Scalloped front detail
  • Gathered skirt 
  • Side ties designed to adjust the fullness at the waist
  • deep side seam pockets
  • Hand covered buttons

Fit

Paula has a relaxed fit through the body with gentle gathers at the shoulder. Designed to skim rather than cling.

Dorothy wears a size 2 (10-12) in moss green.  Lynne wears a size 3 (14-16) For best results see our garment size chart below.

My patterns are based on an average height of 5ft 6 inches or approx 170cm. Feel free to select a custom size where you can adjust the length to suit your height. 

Fabric & Feel

Made using carefully selected European tumbled linen chosen for its durability, drape and ability to soften beautifully with wear.

Linen is:

  • Breathable
  • Temperature regulating
  • Naturally biodegradable
  • Suitable for year-round layering

Caring For Your Garment

  • Machine wash at 30°C
  • Line dry where possible
  • Warm iron if desired

A Personal Process

Each Withnell garment is individually cut and sewn to order in my Lancashire studio. Please allow 3–4 weeks from placing your order to completion. This considered approach allows time for careful making, finishing and any requested length adjustments.

All orders are sent using tracked delivery.

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    The story

    Named after me, Paula reflects many of the values that guide Withnell, soft detail,  warmth, quiet strength and my love for curved lines.

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    Sourced with care

    Where possible, I choose materials made in the UK and Ireland, or source through long-established UK merchants. For the things that can't be found closer to home, I work with trusted suppliers who share information about where and how their materials are made.

    I believe you should know what goes into your clothes. Every Withnell garment comes with its own recipe, listing the materials used, where I sourced them and where they were made.

    Size Guide

    How To Take Body Measurements

    UK standard size chart

     

    Our Sizes

    		 UK size Bust Waist Hip
    1 6 - 8 78 -86cm 62-68cm 88-94cm
    2 10 - 12 88-94cm 70-76cm 96-102cm
    3 14 - 16 96-102cm 80-86cm 104-110cm
    4 18 - 20 104-114cm 88-98cm 112-120cm
    5 22-24 116-122cm 100-106cm 122-127cm

      

     Each of our styles has a  garment measurement charts (see below).  
    These charts tell you the actual garment measurements.  They provide allowance for movement and comfort.
    Measurement chart for 'Paula Dress' with size specifications in centimeters and inches.
    We are always happy to help if you have any concerns regarding
    measurements or deciding which size you will be.  Please get in touch
    using our contact form or email hello@withnell.co