How does the smocked boatneck fit?

The smocked yoke and shirred waist stretch, so the dress pulls on without a zip. It skims the body rather than clinging, but the gathering can add bulk at the bust and waist.

Does it have pockets?

Yes. It has on-seam pockets at the sides.

Is the fabric stretchy?

The body is a smooth woven fabric with little stretch. The give comes from the smocking at the yoke and the shirring at the waist.

Can I wear it to a casual event?

Yes. The maxi length and woven fabric make it suitable for lunches, outdoor events and travel, and sandals or flats keep it casual.

How should I care for it?

Treat it as a woven dress: wash gently and hang or press to limit creasing. The smocked and shirred sections should be air-dried to keep their shape.

Is it good for hot weather?

The sleeveless cut and lightweight woven fabric suit warm days. The long skirt gives coverage but can feel warm in high heat.

Where is the Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress cheapest?

At gapfactory.com, for $59.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress?

Rated 3 out of 5 from 97 ratings.

Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress

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Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress

Best price now

$59.99at gapfactory.comChecked Nov 9

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Last seen at $59.99 at gapfactory.com on Nov 9.

Our take on the Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress

A sleeveless maxi dress in a smooth woven fabric with a smocked yoke, shirred waist and on-seam pockets. The smocking and shirring give it a relaxed, pull-on fit that skims the body rather than clinging. It suits warm-weather casual wear, travel and easy everyday dressing. Against plain knit maxis it adds texture at the neckline and waist plus pockets, but its 3-out-of-5 rating suggests the fit and fabric do not please everyone.

Best forWarm-weather everyday wearTravel and easy packingShoppers who prefer pull-on dresses without zipsCasual outdoor events and lunches

Pros

Smocked yoke and shirred waist stretch for a forgiving fit
On-seam pockets
Sleeveless cut suits hot weather and layering
Maxi length gives coverage without much styling effort
Smooth woven fabric looks dressier than jersey

Cons

Mixed reception, averaging 3 out of 5 from 97 ratings
Smocking and shirring can look bulky at the bust and waist
Woven fabric may crease and need ironing
Long hem can drag or need shortening for shorter wearers

Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress prices at every store

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Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress price history

Lowest price we've seen: $59.99 on Nov 9 at gapfactory.com. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

3 / 597 ratings

Ratings are middling at 3 out of 5 across 97 reviews. Buyers who like it tend to praise the easy pull-on fit and the pockets; others are less happy with how the smocking and shirring sit on the body.

What people mention

FitMixedSome buyers find the smocked yoke and shirred waist comfortable and forgiving; others say the gathering sits awkwardly.
FabricMixedThe smooth woven fabric is seen as dressier than jersey by some, while others find it stiff or prone to creasing.
PocketsPraisedReviewers like having on-seam pockets on a maxi dress.
LengthMixedThe maxi hem works for taller wearers but some find it long and in need of shortening.
ValueMixedOpinions split on whether the dress delivers enough for what it is, reflected in the average rating.

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Smocked boatneck maxi dress
Out of stock
33% off
Extra 60% off applied at checkout
24 ratings

Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Shipping: Free shipping on orders for Premier Members.

About the Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress

This is a sleeveless maxi dress with a boatneck. It is made from a smooth weave fabric.

The yoke is smocked and the waist is shirred. It has on-seam pockets. Select styles have an allover print.

Style: Smocked boatneck maxi dress
Neckline: Boatneck
Sleeves: Sleeveless
Fabric: Smooth weave
Details: Smocking at yoke, shirring at waist
Pockets: On-seam pockets
Print: Allover print on select styles
Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Product number: 1174899

Questions and answers

How does the smocked boatneck fit?: The smocked yoke and shirred waist stretch, so the dress pulls on without a zip. It skims the body rather than clinging, but the gathering can add bulk at the bust and waist.
Does it have pockets?: Yes. It has on-seam pockets at the sides.
Is the fabric stretchy?: The body is a smooth woven fabric with little stretch. The give comes from the smocking at the yoke and the shirring at the waist.
Can I wear it to a casual event?: Yes. The maxi length and woven fabric make it suitable for lunches, outdoor events and travel, and sandals or flats keep it casual.
How should I care for it?: Treat it as a woven dress: wash gently and hang or press to limit creasing. The smocked and shirred sections should be air-dried to keep their shape.
Is it good for hot weather?: The sleeveless cut and lightweight woven fabric suit warm days. The long skirt gives coverage but can feel warm in high heat.
Where is the Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress cheapest?: At gapfactory.com, for $59.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Gap Factory Smocked Boatneck Maxi Dress?: Rated 3 out of 5 from 97 ratings.