Delft Blue Dress: Taking Inspiration From Delftware
Jessica Wagner
The Summer Maxi Dress
Laaaaaaaaadies! This one is for you.
Upcoming travels or celebratory festivities? Have a summer wedding to attend? This could be your “go to” dress. Fresh, ethereal and perfect for all warm-weather occasions.
You’re welcome. ;)
It seems that blue and white never really go out of style. I love a beautiful dress that hits all the high notes. I don’t know if I’ve ever told you but blue is definitely one of my favorite colors to wear. I like it in absolutely all its shades and forms.
This delicate blue ivory print feels inspired by Delftware ceramics.
Have you ever heard of Delftware?
According to Vogue, Valentino himself used Delft Blue in a design for his own Fall 1968 collection that propelled him into the national spotlight as a celebrity fashion designer. How’s that for some fashion history?
17th century Dutch craftsmen (obsessed with the Ming Dynasty porcelain that was then being imported from China) saw a market for less expensive versions, and Delftware pottery was born.
Blue and white-painted china can be found everywhere, pouring out of small vintage storefronts. It’s hard to imagine antique shops without this lovely form of ceramics.
Found the Tinman passing through on his way to Emerald City.
I find Delftware incredibly charming (my favorite teacup is a Delft Blue!) So when I stopped in Top Knot Boutique (@shoptkb) a couple weeks ago to scope their goods in person, I was immediately enchanted with this blue porcelain maxi.
Let’s tick the boxes shall we?
- Vintage-inspired update of the quintessential prairie dress
- Super soft breezy blend with a dainty floral motif
- Ruffled fluttery details and the off-the-shoulder neckline
- Distinctly modern femininity in a classic silhouette
In person, the pattern is even reminiscent of the Cuban Spanish / Moroccan or talavera tiles from my favorite travel spot down in Mexico, but I still feel so very Dutch wearing it.
Have you ever bought clothing inspired by your travels?
I love how long column/maxi dresses can be styled on the more casual side. You can pair them with sandals and throw your hair up in a bun. It’s the epitome of that effortless summer style. I’m looking forward to styling this one for a date night or my next garden party.
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