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Dresses, Dresses and More Dresses - Made to Measure

Dresses, Dresses and More Dresses - Made to Measure

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Dresses, Dresses and More Dresses  - Made To Measure Just for You

Let your bold spirit out to play with a made-to-measure dress from The Linen Duck, crafted exclusively for you.

Effortlessly stylish and made for your unique measurements, each dress is designed to make you feel comfortable, confident and completely yourself. From work days and relaxed weekends to celebrations and nights out, these versatile dresses are made to fit beautifully into your life.

Every piece is lovingly handcrafted to your measurements, with comfort, longevity and effortless wear in mind.

Each dress is made to order, giving you the opportunity to create something that's uniquely yours.

Pricing

From $150 AUD - See individual style details below

Your purchase includes:

  • Initial consultation for fabric selection and confirming measurements
  • Custom construction of your Dress
  • Fitting appointments, if required
  • One round of alterations after delivery, if needed, to help ensure your satisfaction

We'll discuss what's possible for your chosen dress during your consultation, so you can create a piece that's comfortable, flattering and uniquely yours.

As every dress is individually handmade to order, slight variations are part of the beauty and uniqueness of slow fashion. I believe in creating timeless pieces you'll love to wear and enjoy for years to come.

Modelled by the maker, Anna Deacon and Doris.

Photography by Anna Deacon and the maker.

Style Details

Asymmetric Turtleneck Dress – Cosy, comfortable and
effortlessly stylish, this winter-ready dress features a high turtleneck and mid-length asymmetric hem. Made in a warm French terry knit as shown, or choose a lighter knit for an easy transitional or warmer-weather style.

Batwing Tunic/Dress – A relaxed batwing dress with a
cross-pleated front and cleverly concealed pockets. Wear it over leggings or jeans with boots and a jacket in winter, or choose a lighter knit for an easy summer style with sandals.

Comfy Cap-Sleeve Dress – Your no-fuss, go-anywhere
favourite. Wear it with heels for dinner, flats for a picnic or simply enjoy it at home on a hot day. Available in woven or knit fabrics for comfort and versatility.

Drapey Dress with Collar – A beautifully draped dress
with pockets hidden within the folds, ready for weddings and celebrations or dressed down as a sundress. Fabric makes all the difference, from structured cotton sateen to soft bamboo jersey.

Flowing Midi Dress – Gorgeous, flowing and made for
fun, this midi features ¾ elasticated sleeves, waist ties, an arched waistline and pockets. Perfect for picnics, beach days or nights out.

Graceful Dress – An elegant, beautifully fitted style
with a lined bodice, neck and bust gathers, subtle shoulder pads and a back zip. The 11-panel skirt creates lovely movement and finishes with a hem band.
An unlined version with elbow-length sleeves is also available.

High-Low Dress – A versatile dress with pockets (!)
that can take you from the office to a night out or a sunny beach day. Add a statement necklace for work, boots and a leather jacket for evening, or a straw hat and sunnies for the beach.

High-Low Swing Dress – A versatile swing dress made for every season. Wear it with leggings, boots and a leather jacket for a cosy
winter night out, or bunch up the sleeves, slip on your sandals and head out into the sunshine.

Lantern Sleeve Dress – A fun and feminine dress made for picnics, days out and dancing the night away as a wedding guest. Featuring full lantern sleeves, a tie waist, A-line wrap skirt and pockets.

Longline Shirt Dress – Wear it open over jeans and a
cami for a relaxed look, or button it up for a night on the town. With raglan sleeves, collar, buttons and pockets, it's a wonderfully versatile wardrobe stsple.

Pintuck Dress – A flowing everyday dress with plenty
of personality. Wear it to the office, take it to a picnic or dress it up with boots and a jacket for a night out. Featuring pintucks, a collar and pockets (!).

Puff Sleeve Dress – A gorgeous statement dress with
pockets (!) that can take you from a work event to a night out, or from the beach to brunch.

Shirred Sun dress – Because sometimes you should feel
fancy while doing the dishes! This fun sundress features a shirred bodice, puff sleeves and pockets, making it perfect for picnics, the races, parties or sunny everyday adventures.

Smock Tunic/Dress – A relaxed and practical tunic or dress that's perfect over slacks or leggings, with ¾ sleeves that make it
wonderfully handy around the kitchen too. Featuring floating pockets and an interesting collar detail.

Square Neck Dress – A vintage-inspired, romantic dress with a beautiful square neckline, gathered skirt, back zip and pockets. Perfect as an easy summer throw-on for the park, or dress it up with fun heels and dance the night away.

The Bobbie Dress – A fun, playful dress made for bowling date nights, office days or dancing the Hand Jive in a cool denim
jacket.

The Clara Dress – A playful two- or three-tiered dress made for morning teas, summer picnics and dinners out. Mix and match
fabrics and patterns across the tiers for a look full of personality.

The Tulip Dress – A classic tulip-skirted dress with pockets that's equally at home at work, on a casual outing or dressed up for
the evening. It's also a wonderful maternity, postpartum and breastfeeding option.

Can't decide... Let's meet up and make a plan! – If you’re not sure what you want made, and want some more direction, select this option from the drop down and we can meet to discuss the pros and cons of each style, and put together a design from these elements that suits your unique desires.

Features, Sizing and Personalization

Features

  • Handmade to your measurements
  • Made-to-order and individually crafted
  • A range of unique dress styles
  • Choice of fabrics and patterns
  • Functional pockets on many styles
  • Fittings available if required
  • Made with care in Australia

Sizing

Designed for Australian women's sizing 8–30, with
each dress individually adjusted to your unique measurements for a personalised
fit.

Made Just for You

Every dress is made to order and created around you. During your initial consultation, we'll work together to choose the right fabric and discuss the details that will make your dress feel just right.

Depending on the style, you can explore a range of
possibilities including:

  • Fabric, hardware and notion selection, including suitable woven or knit fabrics and button, zip and other fastening choices
  • Sleeve style and length, including sleeveless, cap, T-shirt, elbow, ¾ or full-length sleeves
  • Neckline options, including V-neck, crossover, button-down, tie-neck and other variations
  • Bodice styles and details
  • Skirt and hem length adjustments
  • Adding or removing skirt tiers
  • Adding pockets, including patch or concealed pockets where suitable
  • Waist ties, belts and belt loops
  • Button and piping choices
  • Maternity, postpartum and breastfeeding-friendly adjustments on selected styles
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Frequently asked questions

Handmade clothing, custom dressmaking & alterations — without the mysteryWelcome to The Linen Duck! I make clothing a little differently here. You can shop one-of-a-kind pieces, have something made to measure, we can work together to  design your own bespoke garment or bring me a favourite garment that needs a little alteration or repair magic. If you're wondering how it all works, you're in the right place. And if your question isn't answered below, just ask. I promise there are no silly questions — I've probably been asked stranger ones!

Choosing Your Linen Duck Journey

What does The Linen Duck do?

I have four ways I can help you find, make or rescue clothing:

One-of-a-Kind shop— unique handmade pieces that are already made and ready for a new home.

Made-to-measure — clothing from my catalogue made specifically for you, using your measurements and with opportunities to personalise the design.

Design your own — a chance for us to meet and design a bespoke piece made for you, it in volves consultation, quoting and is much more involved as I build a relationship and learn about you.

Alterations and repairs — giving existing garments a better fit, a new lease on life or, where possible, a second chance.

So whether you want something new, something very you, or something you already own made wearable again, I've got you.

Why buy handmade clothing?

Because I think clothing should have a little more personality.

Handmade clothing gives me the chance to pay attention to the details that can get lost in mass production — the fabric, the fit, the pockets, the little quirks and, most importantly, the person who will actually wear it.

I also love the idea of buying fewer things and loving them more.

What makes The Linen Duck different?

I don't want to make clothes that simply fill a gap in your wardrobe.

I want to make clothes you'll reach for again and again.

My focus is on individual style, natural fibres, thoughtful construction, comfortable fit and clothing with a bit of personality.

And because I'm a sole trader, when you deal with The Linen Duck, you're dealing directly with the person making the clothes. No mysterious corporate clothing department hiding behind a curtain!

Do I need to know exactly what I want?

Not at all.

You don't need to arrive with a fully formed fashion manifesto.

You can bring me a picture, a favourite garment, a fabric you adore, an idea you've been carrying around for years, or simply say:

"I want something comfortable that makes me feel fabulous."

We can work from there. And I can help you decide if it if One of a Kind, Made to Measure or Design your own the the way forward for you

Made-to-Measure FAQs

What's the difference between made-to-measure and buying off the rack?

Quite simply: the garment is made with you in mind.

Rather than choosing a standard size and hoping for the best, I work from your measurements and can make adjustments to suit your body.

Depending on the design, there may also be opportunities to personalise things such as fabric, sleeve length, hem length, pattern placement or other details.

For example, The Tulip Dress can be customised during an initial consultation, with size adjustments based on your measurements, and options to add sleeves, change neckline and hem length.

Can I choose the fabric?

Yes, depending on the project.

You can supply suitable fabric and notions yourself, or I can help you choose them through a fabric consultation, and am happy to purchase for delivery to my address, and include the costs in your order.

Fabric is a rather important part of the process, so I'm always happy to talk through what will work best for the garment you're dreaming about.

Can you make clothes for my body shape?

That's one of the lovely things about made-to-measure clothing.

I work from your measurements rather than asking you to squeeze yourself into a number on a label.

My adult garments generally accommodate a broad range of measurements, and some current designs are available up to Australian women's size 30. Individual garments can have different requirements, so check the specific product listing or ask me.

What measurements do I need?

That depends on what you're having made.

For many garments I'll need your bust, waist and hip measurements. Some designs require additional measurements.

Don't panic if you're thinking, "I haven't measured myself since Year 8."

I'll let you know exactly what I need for your particular garment.

What is the made-to-measure process?

It generally goes something like this:

Choose your Linen Duck design → Consult on Details → Shop for Fabric → Construction → Fitting and/or Delivery.

The exact process depends on the garment, but I'll talk you through what needs to happen.

For current made-to-measure designs such as The Tulip Dress, the price includes the initial consultation, construction, fitting/s if needed and one set of alterations.

How long does a Made to Measure piece take?

For many made-to-measure garments, please allow approximately 4–6 weeks.

That timeframe can vary depending on the consultation, fabric and notions and the particular garment.

Once I receive your order, I aim to respond within 2–3 business days with the next steps.

Handmade clothing does take a little longer than grabbing something off a rack — but that's because an actual human is making it rather than a conveyor belt having a particularly productive Tuesday.

Have an idea? Have a garment that needs rescuing? Found a
piece you can't stop thinking about?

Get in touch and let's see what we can make happen.

After all, life is too short for clothes that don't fit,
don't feel good or look like everybody else's.

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