Easy Smocked Mini Dress

Madewell

4
(51 Reviews)

Product Details

Feel comfy and chic in this smocked mini dress by Madewell when you pair it with your favorite knee-high boots for everything from errands to a night out. 

Materials and Measurements

Red printed crepe (100% Viscose). Shift. Long sleeves. Crewneck. Front button closure. 35.5" from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: XS-XXL

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Ratings &
Reviews

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Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 185lbs
Browse Hailey's reviews
March 13th, 2025
A great comfy dresss

A great transitional dress for fall/ winter or winter/ spring. The buttons are a little wonky if you have a bigger chest like me, but it works with a tank top!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34AA
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Emily's reviews
January 3rd, 2025
Super comfortable and cute!

Overall Fit

Just right

Team RTR
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 28DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Regan's reviews
June 6th, 2024
Team RTR Review

This dress was the most comfortable casual thing to wear around when we had to walk a bunch. Super lightweight breathable fabric that made it easy to sweat, eat, but also was warm enough with a breeze. Has pockets!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Kristin's reviews
February 12th, 2024
So cute

Was very short on the tall girls but still loved.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Shana 's reviews
November 1st, 2023
Will rent again!

I should have bought this. Comfy, very 90s My So Called Life vibes as others have said. I loved it

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Ann's reviews
September 1st, 2023
Comfy casual dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Shilo's reviews
August 22nd, 2023
Perfect transition into Fall

Very comfortable. Good for any occasion. The boob area has a little gap when the buttons are closed, but otherwise the prefect little dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Amanda's reviews
January 4th, 2023
Easy to wear

Pockets. I wore for a Christmas celebration and was comfortable all day long. Did have to wear a tank top under as bra would show. Lightweight and recommend for fall wear.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Maren's reviews
January 3rd, 2023
Simple frock

Just an easy dress, nothing exciting. The bust line gapes and didn’t lay well, which was unflattering on me. Maybe on a more petite build?

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 18
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 40DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 215lbs
Browse Kalin's reviews
December 4th, 2024
2nd time renting - still cute!

Wore this for 2 thanksgivings and it was a big hit!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 28B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
November 29th, 2024
Comfy Fall Fit!

This is a great casual piece! Very breezy, an easy fall fit for a nice day. Good quality, stretchy top & perfect length to wear with boots! I also paired it with tights & boots on a cooler day. Would be a nice fit for a sight seeing sunny day.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Jordan's reviews
March 6th, 2025
Super comfy and cute

Easy to wear and true to size. Was short so would need to wear shorts or tights under based on the weather.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 42DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 206lbs
Browse Samantha's reviews
February 14th, 2025
Button gapped at chest, but otherwise cute dress

This was a cute comfy dress. I have a large chest and the buttons did gap. I used double tape to resolve the issue so was still able to wear it several times.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Runs small

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Allison's reviews
December 28th, 2024
Comfy and cute

This dress is adorable and was perfect for Thanksgiving. Plenty of room to breathe. The buttons on the chest let you play with different kinds of looks. The smocking is nostalgic, but I didn't read it as "young." The shoulders and arms are cut beautifully.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Browse Lindsay's reviews
September 12th, 2024
Cute and comfortable

This dress was extremely comfortable and can be dressed up or down. It runs a little large but not in a way that makes it look shapeless or frumpy. I wore to a casual dinner and didn't feel over or under dressed.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Trinity's reviews
September 15th, 2023
Easy wear

I wanted to wear this everyday. Soft and light fabric. You can button as high or as low as you want.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 182lbs
Browse Elizabeth's reviews
August 10th, 2023
comfy and flattering

This dress has become a favorite for work and days off. It runs a little oversized as a look. I could size down but I like the flow and movement of it in my usual size. The pockets are fab and don't spoil the lines. I do pin or tape the placket behind the elastic loops that hold the top buttons because it doesn't stay in place otherwise and I prefer not to show as much skin. On a taller woman with a longer torso, this wouldn't be an issue. With tights, it works for early spring and late fall as well.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 30DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Kim's reviews
March 10th, 2025
Silly

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
September 11th, 2024
Super flowy and comfortable dress

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Cynthia's reviews
July 6th, 2025
Cute and Comfy!

Loved this - wore it several times!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Nadia's reviews
February 5th, 2025
fun

very comfortable

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Natalie's reviews
January 27th, 2025
Cute 90’s style dress

Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 18
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Pear
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Grace's reviews
November 25th, 2023
Love it.

Light and fun.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Valonda's reviews
May 18th, 2023
Great fit

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Ashley's reviews
December 2nd, 2023
Casual look

Super cute, oversized dress for a casual day to day look. It is a little too big, consider sizing down if between sizes

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Angela's reviews
October 10th, 2023
Cute

The buttons gap on the top, and it's too low cut for small chested girls. But it was super cute for fall.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 38F
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 225lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
August 30th, 2023
Super comfy with pockets! But beware the gap!

LOVE this dress for summer into fall - the fabric is breathable, the cut is comfortable and the pockets are big enough for your phone and wallet. My only suggestion is to size up if you have a larger chest, because there can be some gapping between the buttons due to the smocking. It's not tight at all, but the distance between the buttons combined with the texture can give a little more peak-a-boo than you may be comfortable with!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Meg's reviews
May 14th, 2023
Very Angela Chase circa 1995

...and I am no longer a teenager. I tried this on, laughed, and took it off. But if you are looking for My So-Called Life vibes, this is your dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Andrea's reviews
March 6th, 2023
Runs huge

I wore this two weeks postpartum (165 lbs) and it was MASSIVE. Would have easily fit me in my third trimester instead. Was also quite shapeless. Would not rent again, unless maybe I wanted something really comfy for nursing (in which case I would get a S)

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Meg's reviews
January 10th, 2023
This is a very cute dress but size down. I got the large first and then sized down to a medium

The medium is still spacious but much more flattering and stylish

Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 190lbs
Browse Gina's reviews
October 12th, 2023
Didn’t like it

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Megan's reviews
March 8th, 2023
Length is too short

I am 5’5” and this was too short to be acceptable in work setting.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 123lbs
Browse Whitney's reviews
January 1st, 2023
Small was huge

Very oversized look and was not flattering in any way! I looked like a balloon in the size small. Didn’t end up wearing

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 190lbs
Browse Emma's reviews
January 2nd, 2025
Basic

Simple, loose fitting dress. Gapes at the chest--need to wear something underneath.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 137lbs
Browse Zoila's reviews
October 28th, 2024
nice fall colors

the top with buttons on were still gaping on the top so you should wear a tank underneath

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Runs big

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Sophia's reviews
October 24th, 2024
Throwback vibes

Cute, I think I owned a version of this dress in high school. Material comfortable but didn't breathe that well for late summer wear in the Deep South.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Michelle's reviews
August 31st, 2024
Interesting 90s throwback

I felt like Claire Danes, and wanted to love this but the color wasn't for me.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Too short

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 195lbs
Browse Stephanie's reviews
April 22nd, 2025
Casual fun

I really like this dress. The casual cut may be the reason for some of my comments about fit but it's cute and comfortable. Needs a tank underneath since the buttons leave a gap in the fabric. Cute with combat boots!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 136lbs
Browse Hannah's reviews
September 29th, 2024
Buttons are a little loose

Had to wear an undershirt because the buttons don't close tightly, but still a very cute dress! Love the pockets! Perfect for post partum and nursing.

Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 102lbs
Browse Inger's reviews
January 31st, 2024
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