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Up From A Dream

Alexa in Red and Cream

Regular price £185.00 GBP
Regular price Sale price £185.00 GBP
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Standard UK size

You asked, I listened!!

So many of you said you were gutted you missed out on the Alexa the first time round and so I went searching for a checked fabric that was equally as beautiful and this fabric does not disappoint.

It is made up of dead-stock fabric and finished off with the sweetest broderie frilled collar, a hessian woven type fabric although uncertain of the exact make up. Fabric has been washed beforehand to ensure no shrinkages but to be on the safe side we would recommend hand washing, no dry cleaning or tumble drying and ironing on a low setting. 

Puffed sleeves, of course, with an elasticated cuff making it frill. A very subtle empire line right above the bust means this piece is a more boxy, oversized fit due to the gathering to the skirt of the dress. This also means it caters to more sizes so would recommend taking your usual size or even sizing down. 

The oversized look isn't for everybody so the Alexa dress comes with a matching belt that lets you synch it in at the waist, giving even more volume at the peplum hem. 

Fully lined with a bow tie to the back neck and a hook and eye fastening to keep the collar sitting properly. 

The standard length of this dress from neck/shoulder point is 130cm. Any amendments such as sizing, length, sleeve length (could be made short sleeved), or to add pockets, feel free to add a comment in the box when checking out (go to basket and there is a box that says order special instructions) and I would be more than happy to accommodate. Any queries about this, feel free to give me a message on instagram. 

Lead time on these dresses is up to 6 weeks to be made and price includes first class, tracked shipping once dress is completed.

Due to this being dead-stock fabric, there is a very limited number amount of these available as I am unable to source more fabric. 

Shipping & Returns

SHIPPING 

Every garment is handmade by myself, for this reason the lead time can take from 2-6 weeks depending on the amount of orders, whether it is pre-made or made to order. Also please allow more time if your order is being shipped overseas. Lead times will generally be stated under the products description but any questions please feel free to contact.

I offer Royal Mail 24 Tracked delivery which should reach you within 24 hours of being posted but once posted, delivery times are out of my control. You should receive an email or text message from Royal Mail once your dress has been posted where you will be able to track and divert your parcel, but if you have any queries or your tracking email/text message hasn't reached you then please do get in touch as I will send over your tracking number and information. 

Once your item has left my studio, I cannot be held responsible for any delayed or lost items. 

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING

International packages may require local taxes or custom fees which are to be paid for by the customer. Overseas shipments are also subject to opening and inspection if needed by customs authorities.

The flat rate cost for international shipping for Europe is £14.99 and for Rest of the world it is £30. 

DELIVERY TIMES

Standard Shipping Estimates

UK – 1-2 days when despatched
Europe – 5-10 days when despatched
Rest of the world – 7-14 days when despatched

For PRE-MADE ITEMS the lead time is one week to accommodate for any alterations/packing and dispatching, this time does not include delivery time but see guide above for estimated shipping. 

For MADE TO ORDER ITEMS, the lead time is up to 6 weeks to accommodate for the patterns to be created and your garment be hand made with love by myself. Again this does not include delivery times so see above for a guide to standard shipping estimates.

RETURNS

As everything is handmade to order by myself with a lot of time, consideration and most importantly, love going into each one, I am unable to offer refunds.

All sizing will be listed in the description which will either equate to a size that can be found in the size guide, or will give exact measurements for that garment.

I can accommodate simple alterations such as length of the garment either as you are purchasing by sending a note at checkout specifying any changes or 14 days prior to having received your purchase at contactupfromadream@gmail.com.

Please note postage is free to the UK but if you have requested alternations therefore sending your garment back to me, any postage charges will have to be paid by the customer.

If there is anything you are unsure of that I haven't covered here, please feel free to contact me by email. 

Love, 

Up From A Dream x

 

Care Instructions

Being conscious with our clothes doesn't just stop at what we buy, how we care for it is also really important in making our clothes last and our carbon footprint in doing so. 

We always recommend you try and get as many wears out of something as you can, don't always presume that because you've worn something it's dirty and needs washing. You can consume up to five times less energy by wearing your clothes at least three times!

When things really do need washing, you should always try to hand wash where possible. It's gentler on your clothing and doesn't use as much water or detergent. Where this is not possible, we recommend to wash on a cool gentle wash as this is not only better for the environment, as 90% of a washing machines power usage comes from heating the water alone, but goes a long way in looking after your clothes and ensuring the longevity of each garment as items are less likely to fade. 

Garments can also be dry cleaned but please do not tumble dry. It is okay to iron although please be mindful of the setting and the heat. 

A lot of time, effort and love has gone into creating each item so please put as more care back into looking after your garments.

 

Up From A Dream x

 

  • Free Shipping

    Free Second Class Signed For, Tracked delivery for anybody in the UK. For First Class shipping or for anybody out of the UK, please see Shipping & Returns page.