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1950s Pleated Maternity Smock Blouse – Sleeveless Cotton Top

1950s Pleated Maternity Smock Blouse – Sleeveless Cotton Top

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1950s Pleated Maternity Smock Blouse – Sleeveless Cotton Top

A fabulous reproduction of a classic 1950s maternity smock blouse, designed to give plenty of room for a growing bump while retaining that wonderfully distinctive mid-century silhouette.

This sleeveless style features a neat fitted upper yoke, with full pleating all the way around the blouse creating generous volume through the body. The result is a wonderfully floaty, comfortable shape that falls freely over the bump and can be worn throughout pregnancy.

We particularly recommend cotton fabrics for this design, as they hold the pleating beautifully and give the blouse that crisp, structured look seen in original 1950s maternity styles. It also makes this a lovely lightweight option for warmer weather.

The dramatic fullness makes it a real statement piece while still being incredibly easy to wear. Pair with fitted capri pants, cigarette trousers, shorts or a pencil skirt to balance the silhouette and create an authentic 1950s maternity look.

Details:

  • Authentic 1950s-inspired maternity smock design
  • Sleeveless
  • Fitted upper yoke
  • Fully pleated around the body
  • Generous, flowing silhouette
  • Designed to accommodate a growing bump
  • Cotton recommended for the best structure and pleat definition
  • Made to order

A wonderfully fun way to embrace vintage style throughout pregnancy — because maternity wear certainly doesn’t have to be boring!

This item is hand made to order and has a shipping time of 6-8 weeks.

WHICH FABRIC CAN THIS BE MADE IN?

Cotton! This listing can be made from any cotton fabric in stock!

Please note the fabrics pictured are examples and may not be available. Refer to the gallery for current availability and provide your chosen fabric reference.

MATCHING PIECES

Boleros: To order a matching bolero find boleros under our separates menu.

Men's shirt or cabana set: Check out the men's section via the shop menu.

UK SIZING:

Hips is full hip measurement - refer to the measuring guide for how/where to measure.

UK size Bust Waist Hip Rise
6 32" 24" 35" 12"
8 34" 26" 37" 12.5"
10 36" 28" 39" 13"
12 38" 30" 41" 13.5"
14 40" 32" 43" 14"
16 42" 34" 45" 14.5"
18 44" 36" 47" 15"

Front rise for any trousers/shorts/playsuits can be altered free of charge. Please leave a note at checkout with the adjustment required.

Measurement guide

Shipping

Your Violets In May pieces are handmade to order! Hand made items are shipped from 6-8 weeks from point of sale.

Please be mindful of this when ordering for special events and order in sufficient time.

Exception: Ready made items and the Aloha Lola Accessories are shipped within 2 days from order.

For Christmas deliveries see last order dates.

Returns

No returns or exchanges as items are custom made.

However, please contact us if there are any issues with an order.

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Shop sustainably with Violets In May - clothing designed and handmade in the UK

Did you know all Violets In May pieces are individually handmade and sewn rather than being mass produced in a factory?

We combine the glamour and shape of vintage fashion with a fit designed for modern wear, while working to provide you with sustainable, ethically made, high quality pieces.

Designed and handmade in our home studio in Somerset, England.