Striped Ruffle Dress

A sleeveless dress in red and white stripe, with a gathered ruffle at the neckline, a matching ruffle at the waist, and a softly gathered A-line skirt. It closes with a zip at the back and ties at the waist.

Stripe is unusual in occasionwear and useful for exactly that reason. It reads as cheerful rather than formal, which suits the occasions that fall between a party dress and everyday clothes: a summer birthday, a family lunch, a less formal wedding, a holiday abroad. The cream ruffles soften the graphic quality of the stripe so it still looks dressed rather than casual.

The self-tie waist adjusts the fit as a child grows, which extends the life of the dress well beyond a single season, and the gathered skirt moves easily for a child who will not be standing still.

Suited to flower girl duties at informal weddings, summer birthdays, portraits, and family celebrations.

Made in the United States from imported materials.