Layercake Linen Smock in Blackcurrant or Large New Check
Regular price $238.00Layercake sizes run from 0 - UK8-12 to 3 - UK 22-26 (0-3 = US6-22)
so PLEASE check your measurements against our sizes before you order.
Details
The Smock is an over-piece with a great curvy silhouette that can be thrown over pretty much any outfit. You know when you wear one of these that they are extremely comfortable (loose and relaxed), practical (pocketses!) and that you will love what you see when you catch your reflection in a mirror or window. Not to mention the seemingly never-ending stream of compliments you get wearing a Layercake Smock.
Length from shoulder (size 2): 90 cm (36 in) front and back, dipping to 115 cm (45 in) at the sides – slightly shorter in the smaller sizes.
Size 3 Petite: for size 3's of 5'4" or less.
Key features:
- made from top quality custom-woven 100% linen
- pre-washed and pre-shrunk, so they can be thrown in the washing machine and dryer, getting only better over time
- nice big pockets on both sides
- in a range of colours making them versatile and suitable for wide range of occasions
- made for a range of different shapes and sizes
- their bell-shape creates a very flattering, flowing silhouette.
The Slow Wardrobe sizes
We follow our own sizing system, recognising that the traditional system of "ladies dress-sizes" does not account for body shape and height. See how The Slow Wardrobe sizes relate to body measurements HERE.
Smock/Tabard/Mini Tabard/Tail Smock/Felted Wool Jacket
These garments are designed to fit a very wide range of sizes and heights, from a UK size 10 to 28. Check these garment measurements to give you an idea of their dimensions.
| Layercake size |
Garment bust |
Smock waist - hip cm/in |
Tabard waist - hip cm/in |
Smock length cm/in* |
Tabard length cm/in* |
| 0 | 95/38 | 107/42 - 148/58 | 106/42 - 130/51 | 116/45.5 | 104/41 |
| 1 | 112/44 | 118/46 - 166/65 | 116/46 - 144/56 | 122/48 | 110/43.5 |
| 2 | 127/50 | 134/53 - 182/72 | 136/54 - 158/62 | 126/49.5 | 114/45 |
| 3 / 3 petite | 140/55 | 150/59 - 192/76 | 152/60 - 180/71 | 132/52 - 119/47 | 118/46.5 - 106/41.5 |
* from shoulder to longest point
Apron:
The Apron sizing is close to our Smocks and Tabards (0, 1, 2 and 3) so if you know your Smock/Tabard size then choose the corresponding Apron size. However, the Apron shape is more open around the bust, so there is some more flexibility if you prefer to wear it more or less fitted.
NOTE: length measurements are taken from the top of the shoulder straight down to the bottom hem.
See the most important guides in the grid below.
| Layercake size |
UK dress size |
Maximum recommended bust |
High Hip (measured 10 cm / 4 in below belly button) |
Total length min/max |
| 0 | 8 - 12 | 95 cm / 38 in | 104 cm / 41 in | 105-110 cm / 41-43 in |
| 1 | 12 - 18 | 109 cm / 43 in | 112 cm / 44 in | 112-117 cm / 44-46 in |
| 2 | 16 - 22 | 122 cm / 48 in | 124 cm / 49 in | 118-123 cm / 46.5-48.5 in |
| 3 | 20 - 26 | 138 cm / 54 in | 138 cm / 55 in | 118-123 cm / 46.5-48.5 in |
Custom sizes
We do everything we can to be truly size-inclusive. We can highly individualise your Layercake, by adapting the standard fit and/or choosing a non-standard fabric/colour.
Linen Care & Washing Instructions
Every Layercake has washing labels sewn into them, usually in the left side-seam. All our linen is pre-shrunk, unless stated otherwise and can be machine-washed at 40º C and either line-dried or machine-dried. If you machine-dry them, take them out of the dryer as soon as it finishes and hang them up straightaway, then you will not have to iron them.
Our Linen
Linen is one of the world's strongest textiles and most sustainable fashion choices, creating zero waste as every part of the plant is used (for textiles and food). Our linen is all European grown, yarn-dyed and woven especially for us, then boil-washed to pre-shrink it.
Find out more about our linen.
Wearability
Linen is not only a Summer fabric, it is also a natural insulator, providing warmth when it is needed and offering the perfect base for a layered look, trapping air between the layers to keep you cozy year-round.