Layercake Linen Tail Smock - Made to Order
Regular price £185.00 Layercake sizes run from 0 - UK8-12 to 3 - UK 22-26 (0-3 = US6-22)
So PLEASE check your measurements against our sizes before you order.
The picture showing the models is to illustrate fit (not fabrics), the models ranging from 5'3" to 5'9" wearing sizes 0, 1 and 2 over Black Cocoons which you can find HERE.
This page is to choose your Made-to-Order Linen Tail Smock, since we only keep a small selection of ready to ship garments in stock. To see all ready to ship Tail Smocks, check HERE.
For Product Details click the tab below the order procedure.
The garment pictures show you a number of colours made up into a Tail Smock. However, there are many more colours available - 31 in total, grouped into 4 charts. The last chart, MC4, shows colours of which we have VERY little fabric stock left.
How to order your Made to Order Tail Smock:
- Select the colour chart that shows the colour of your choice.
- Select your size and length, then add to bag.
- On the bag page, type the colour of your choice in the "Note to The Slow Wardrobe" box.
- Check out as usual.
- Your order will take 2-4 weeks to produce. You will receive a shipping notification as soon as it is on its way to you.
The Tail Smock is a dramatic addition to your wardrobe thanks to the sweeping hemline and the way it swishes as you walk. It looks chic, unique and stunning: elevating any outfit to something special. The Tail Smock is at home being a over-piece and an extra layer whenever you need it. However, you may find that wearing cropped jumpers and cardigans over the top of the Tail Smock works fabulously as well!
The Tail Smocks are all shown worn over Playsuits to help illustrate their shape. If these catch your eye, you can find the Playsuits HERE.
The Tail Smock takes its inspiration from the classic gentleman's Morning Coat and turning it into a stunning Layercake. The front of the Tail Smock stops short of your stomach, showing the colour and shape of the garment you are wearing under your Tail Smock. The "tail" falls down to around knee length.
The Slow Wardrobe sizes
We follow our own sizing system, recognising that the traditional system of "ladies dress-sizes" does not account for body shape and height. See how The Slow Wardrobe sizes relate to body measurements HERE.
Smock/Tabard/Mini Tabard/Tail Smock/Felted Wool Jacket
These garments are designed to fit a very wide range of sizes and heights, from a UK size 10 to 28. Check these garment measurements to give you an idea of their dimensions.
| Layercake size |
Garment bust |
Smock waist - hip cm/in |
Tabard waist - hip cm/in |
Smock length cm/in* |
Tabard length cm/in* |
| 0 | 95/38 | 107/42 - 148/58 | 106/42 - 130/51 | 116/45.5 | 104/41 |
| 1 | 112/44 | 118/46 - 166/65 | 116/46 - 144/56 | 122/48 | 110/43.5 |
| 2 | 127/50 | 134/53 - 182/72 | 136/54 - 158/62 | 126/49.5 | 114/45 |
| 3 / 3 petite | 140/55 | 150/59 - 192/76 | 152/60 - 180/71 | 132/52 - 119/47 | 118/46.5 - 106/41.5 |
* from shoulder to longest point
Apron:
The Apron sizing is close to our Smocks and Tabards (0, 1, 2 and 3) so if you know your Smock/Tabard size then choose the corresponding Apron size. However, the Apron shape is more open around the bust, so there is some more flexibility if you prefer to wear it more or less fitted.
NOTE: length measurements are taken from the top of the shoulder straight down to the bottom hem.
See the most important guides in the grid below.
| Layercake size |
UK dress size |
Maximum recommended bust |
High Hip (measured 10 cm / 4 in below belly button) |
Total length min/max |
| 0 | 8 - 12 | 95 cm / 38 in | 104 cm / 41 in | 105-110 cm / 41-43 in |
| 1 | 12 - 18 | 109 cm / 43 in | 112 cm / 44 in | 112-117 cm / 44-46 in |
| 2 | 16 - 22 | 122 cm / 48 in | 124 cm / 49 in | 118-123 cm / 46.5-48.5 in |
| 3 | 20 - 26 | 138 cm / 54 in | 138 cm / 55 in | 118-123 cm / 46.5-48.5 in |
Custom sizes
We do everything we can to be truly size-inclusive. We can highly individualise your Layercake, by adapting the standard fit and/or choosing a non-standard fabric/colour.
Linen Care & Washing Instructions
Every Layercake has washing labels sewn into them, usually in the left side-seam. All our linen is pre-shrunk, unless stated otherwise and can be machine-washed at 40º C and either line-dried or machine-dried. If you machine-dry them, take them out of the dryer as soon as it finishes and hang them up straightaway, then you will not have to iron them.
Our Linen
Linen is one of the world's strongest textiles and most sustainable fashion choices, creating zero waste as every part of the plant is used (for textiles and food). Our linen is all European grown, yarn-dyed and woven especially for us, then boil-washed to pre-shrink it.
Find out more about our linen.
Wearability
Linen is not only a Summer fabric, it is also a natural insulator, providing warmth when it is needed and offering the perfect base for a layered look, trapping air between the layers to keep you cozy year-round.