There is something so charming about a smocked frock that it is near-impossible to resist. Redolent of childhood, we’ll take our smocking in nostalgic florals or to ruche in waists on block-coloured dresses for a more modern take. We love it on swimwear and can’t say no to it on a high collared blouse. And these are our favourite pieces.

By Nancy Alsop
September 2022