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Recent Examples of smocking
The flowy silhouette allows for easy movement, while the smocking provides an unrestrictive, flexible feel.
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Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
Speaking of texture, the smocking effect of this boho set adds an expensive-looking edge, even though the whole thing is under $50.
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Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
At Ulla Johnson, smocking appeared on romantic drop-waist maxis.
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Irina Grechko,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
Colorful graduation dresses Elastic smocking hugs the bodice for a secure fit, while flutter sleeves and ruffles keep this dress cool and breezy.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
In addition to focusing on feminine touches, including ruffles, smocking and delicate straps, breathable fabrics help the brand stand out.
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Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Liu’s work often merges corsetry, delicate smocking, and floral motifs with a romantic yet subversive edge.
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Essence,
4 Sep. 2025
Queen Letizia’s cotton gray blue midi dress featured a wide elastic waist, also known as smocking.
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Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
2 July 2025
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
Speaking of texture, the smocking effect of this boho set adds an expensive-looking edge, even though the whole thing is under $50.
—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
At Ulla Johnson, smocking appeared on romantic drop-waist maxis.
—
Irina Grechko,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
Colorful graduation dresses Elastic smocking hugs the bodice for a secure fit, while flutter sleeves and ruffles keep this dress cool and breezy.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
In addition to focusing on feminine touches, including ruffles, smocking and delicate straps, breathable fabrics help the brand stand out.
—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Liu’s work often merges corsetry, delicate smocking, and floral motifs with a romantic yet subversive edge.
—
Essence,
4 Sep. 2025
Queen Letizia’s cotton gray blue midi dress featured a wide elastic waist, also known as smocking.
—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
2 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smocking
Noun
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And Champagne meticulously sourced an impressive collection of rare vintage erotic needlepoint cushions from their French birthplace via Etsy.
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Heritage crafts like needlepoint, knitting, sewing, and embroidery are seeing a major resurgence, especially among younger makers.
Noun
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Find these prints in tapestry, crewel work and cut velvet for the biggest impact.
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The client fell in love with a crewel fabric for the great room.
Noun
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The cross-stitch border gives this kilim rug the feel of an heirloom piece–without the effort of rummaging through an estate sale.
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Some embroider the logo into a small cross-stitch pendant for key chains.
Noun
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For this place setting, Kate Goddard of Wild Sky Events paired a textured white charger with a silver crosshatch pattern, a white hemstitch napkin, and a handmade paper menu with dusty gray-blue calligraphy.
Noun
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Through her studies, Walker began traveling to source textiles, meeting women artisans who still practiced complex handcraft techniques passed down for generations, such as needlework, ikat dyeing and beading.
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The weekly Social Stitching group welcomes anyone working on needlework or textile projects.
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“Smocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smocking. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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