SOLID SMOCKED BODICE MIDI LENGTH DRESS IN RED CLAY

💃 Plus-Size Friendly | ✨ Effortlessly Chic | 🖤 Closet Staple | 👗 Dress Must-Have | ⚡ Selling Fast

Designed for real curves, comfortable movement, and effortless style in sizes M–4X.

Meet the dress you'll want to wear on repeat. Designed for real women and real curves, this boutique dress combines a comfortable smocked bodice with a flattering V-neckline and effortless style. The rich red clay hue makes this a standout seasonal piece, while breezy flutter sleeves and a flowy skirt with a kick hem detail add movement and charm to every step.

With its smocked bodice, V-neckline, and midi length, this dress creates an easy, polished look without sacrificing comfort, whether you're heading to a casual gathering or dressing up for a special fall event. Pair it with your favorite accessories and footwear to make it your own.

Why You'll Love It

• Flattering V-neckline and smocked bodice designed with curves in mind
• Rich red clay hue for a standout seasonal look
• Comfortable fabric that moves with you
• Smocked, stretch bodice fit detail
• Pockets for added functionality
• Easy to dress up or down
• Perfect for casual gatherings, fall events, or date nights
• One-and-done outfit that makes getting dressed effortless
• Pairs beautifully with Love Marlow jewelry, handbags, and accessories
• A versatile wardrobe staple you'll reach for again and again

Fit & Feel

• Fit: True to size
• True to size: Yes
• Size correlation: M (8) · L (10) · xL (12) · 2x (14|16) · 3x (18|20) · 4x (22|24)
• Silhouette: Fitted smocked bodice with a flowing midi skirt
• Length: Midi
• Fabric weight: Lightweight
• Waist placement/detail: Smocked bodice for flexible, adjustable fit
• Bust fit: V-neckline
• Hip fit: Flows easily through the skirt with a kick hem
• Pockets: Yes
• Bra-friendly: Yes
• Stretch: Moderate (smocked bodice)

If between sizes, stay true to size or size up for a more relaxed fit.

Who It's Great For

This style is especially flattering for:

Circle Shapes – The V-neckline elongates the neckline while the smocked bodice offers gentle, comfortable stretch through the midsection.

Triangle Shapes – The flowing midi skirt balances hip proportions beautifully.

Hourglass Shapes – The smocked bodice hugs your natural waist and follows your curves beautifully.

Rectangle Shapes – The flutter sleeves and kick hem add definition and shape throughout.

Inverted Triangle Shapes – The flowing skirt adds balance below while the V-neckline keeps the shoulders soft.

Remember: These are styling suggestions, not rules. The best outfit is always the one that makes you feel confident.

Dress Details

• Color: Red Clay
• Pattern: Solid
• Texture: Smooth woven
• Opacity: Opaque
• Closure: Pull-over
• Adjustability: Smocked bodice
• Hem: Midi length with kick hem detail
• Special Details: Flutter sleeves, pockets

Fabric & Care

• Fabric content: 100% Polyester
• Care: Hand wash in cold water, separately. Turn inside out. Hang to dry. Low iron if needed. Do not bleach.
• Wash: Hand wash cold
• Dry: Hang to dry
• Iron: Cool iron if needed

Occasion Guide

Everyday wear, Casual gatherings, Date nights, Fall events, Family gatherings, Seasonal celebrations.

And honestly? Wear the dress because it's a day that ends in "Y." ... Sometimes the occasion is simply you decided today was a dress day. ❤️

Styling Ideas

• Pair with ankle boots and a denim jacket for a laid-back autumn vibe
• Dress it up with heels and gold accessories for a night out
• Layer with a cardigan or sweater during cooler weather
• Add a belt to define the waist
• Complete the look with Love Marlow jewelry, handbags, and accessories

Model Info

Kaylee

• Height: 5'10"
• Usual Size: 16, 2x
• Wearing Size: 2x

Why Shop Love Marlow

At Love Marlow, we curate confidence-boosting dresses for mid & plus-size women (sizes 8–28). Every piece blends flattering fit, thoughtful details, and quality fabrics, so you can feel beautiful, comfortable, and effortlessly chic every day.

As a women-owned boutique in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, we offer personalized styling, exceptional customer service, and fashion-forward pieces you won't find everywhere else.

Looking For More Boutique Dresses?

Love this style? Keep shopping Love Marlow for more boutique dresses, tops, bottoms, layering pieces, handbags, jewelry, and accessories designed for women in mid and plus sizes 8–28.

Looking for a different fit or style? Explore our newest arrivals and everyday boutique favorites to find pieces you'll love wearing again and again.

Size Chart | Measurements

Fits True to Size	If you typically wear an 8, get a medium.	If you typically wear a 10/12, get a large.	If you typically wear a 14/16, get an X-large.	If you typically wear an 18/20, get a 2x.	If you typically wear a 22/24, get a 3x.	If you typically wear a 26/28, get a 4x.
Size	Bust	Sleeve Length	Waist	Hips	Body Length
M	32"	9"	36"	40"	44.5"
L	33"	9"	37"	41"	45"
xL	36"	9"	40"	44"	45"
2x	40"	10"	43"	47"	45.5"
3x	44"	10"	46"	50"	46"
4x	48"	11"	49"	53"	46"

We understand that every body is unique, so we've provided garment measurements above to help you find your best fit. Please note that measurements are taken from a single piece, and even items in the same size may vary slightly.

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