L'Ornement - Coral Amy Dress may20 The hand-smocked bodice is worked

The hand-smocked bodice is worked across the full bodice of the dress right up to the shoulders

Very versatile

The bloomer is made of cotton

all set against a rich royal blue backdrop with an almost hand-drawn quality

Louise de La Vallière was seventeen when she first walked the gardens of Versailles

L'Ornement - Coral Amy Dress may20 The hand-smocked bodice is workedEastern flourishes meet summer's profusion in this unexpected artistic design. L'Ornement features coral fabric in a sleeveless silhouette adorned with ornamental print. The round neckline sits cleanly at the collarbone. The chest features two coordinating ribbon lines with rows of star shaped flowers blending in delightfully with the colors of the pattern. The waist features gathering flowing into a skirt with ample room for play and movement.