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Stock Due: 3/4 weeks.
Tess is the heroine who walks barefoot through fields and still leaves a trail of chaos behind her. With her Malibu blue stripes, neon heart-print bodice and zingy green ric rac, she’s softness with an edge. Fully lined and made to swish, she floats - but she doesn't fade.
From the quilted structure to the oversized bow and secret pockets, every detail is crafted for the woman who lives a little louder, loves a little harder, and never asks for permission. Whether she’s dancing at dusk or leaving a trail of stardust through the city, Tess rewrites every room she walks into.
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Crafted from cloud-soft Indian cotton voile: Dreamy, breathable, and made for movement.
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Quilted neon heart-print bodice with contrast ric rac: Playful meets precise.
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Puff sleeves with elastic: Ruche 'em, stretch 'em , or wear long - just like a rebel would.
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Oversized bow and hidden zip at the back: The ultimate soft-power move.
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Side pockets for rule-breaking essentials: Secrets, lipstick, wildflowers.
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Neon tassel details: Because sweetness should always come with a spark.
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Arrives in a Bombaby dust bag: A modern heirloom, ready for adventure.
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Inspired by Tess of the D’Urbervilles: Gentle on the surface - unshakeable underneath.
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Naturally dyed using traditional techniques: Colour may gently fade with time - each dress will tell its own story.
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Care is key: Treat her gently - hand wash cold, and line dry to preserve her magic.
Ethical | Bespoke | Handmade
Every Bombaby piece is a labour of love, not mass production. Designed in Rutland and handcrafted in Jaipur, our bespoke block print bedding and quilted accessories take 4–6 weeks to create - from hand-blocking and stitching, to quilting and their voyage from India to the UK.
Each fabric is printed to order by skilled artisans using the centuries-old technique of hand block printing - an intricate process where wooden blocks are hand-carved, dipped in natural dyes, and carefully pressed onto fabric, layer by layer. Because of this, you may notice small smudges, ink splashes, or slight variations in the print - these are not flaws, but the hallmarks of true craftsmanship.
To reduce waste, we also use surplus fabrics for linings, piping, and trims - so colours and patterns may vary slightly from batch to batch. This only adds to the bespoke, one-of-a-kind nature of our designs.
Unlike factory-made textiles, no two pieces are ever identical, making your item truly unique. These handcrafted details are a badge of authenticity, celebrating slow fashion, tradition, and artistry.
We also print to order to minimise waste and plant a tree for every purchase, helping to offset emissions.
Love the story behind your piece? Discover more about our artisans and their time-honoured craft in our full ‘How it’s Made’ section.
Speedy Shipping | Hassle-Free Returns
UK Shipping via Royal Mail Tracked
📦 Standard Delivery (Tracked 48): £3.95
🚚 FREE Standard Delivery on orders over £100
⚡ Speedy Standard (Tracked 24): £4.95
🚀 Express (Special Delivery): £10*
*Order by 11am for same-day dispatch. A signature is required.
International Shipping
🌍 Standard shipping under 2kg: £20
(Exact rates calculated at checkout.)
📢 Customs & taxes are the customer’s responsibility.
Easy Returns
🔄 Changed your mind? No problem! Simply head to our online returns portal HERE to purchase your return label - quick, seamless, and hassle-free.
✅ Returns within 14 days in unused condition = full refund.
🛍️ Sale items: within 14 days for a refund.
⚡ Samples & seconds: Credit note only.
Items returned outside of the returns window will not be eligible for a refund.
For full details, read our shipping & returns policy here.

It's all in the detail
beautiful, inside and out
Appearances are important and we want you to squeal with delight when you open your Bombaby package.
Think: pretty tissue, neon ribbons, colourful postcards - we've got it covered...
You're welcome.
slowly handmade
in tiny, exclusive batches...
Did you know? All of our bespoke neon prints are designed by us and then hand-printed slowly by our very own artisan team in Jaipur.
Most of our products take up to six weeks to make, from printing to stitching & final QC.
This is what slow fashion is all about.
