Rachel carson women's dress bizzy lizzy cotton lawn with elderflower hand smocking

Named after the grandmother of modern environmentalism and author of ‘Silent Spring’ the book which opened the world’s eyes to nature’s cause,  comes this hand smocked spring time sensation.

The dress is made from acres of silk like cotton lawn with a dainty print flower print that recalls the loveheart shape petals of the Busy Lizzy flower,  pleated together with a deep garland of zigzag smocking in off white and neon prink threads that run all around the bodice, front and back. The sweeping silhouette is further enhanced by a frill tiered skirt and elegant frill straps adding a feminine swing to your summer escapades. And because nature's cause is as practical as it is beautiful, the dress features pockets, an elasticated bodice and fully adjustable straps for a perfect fit across different body shapes.  But there is more to this particular spring miracle: you can unbutton the flutter straps to transform the dress into a strapless style or wear on the hip as a high waisted summer skirt - a neat trick sure to make this leading lady the hardest working style in your summer wardrobe.   

Hand smocked. Limited edition. 

100% cotton. Machine wash at 30 degrees, slow spin.