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The first thing is there’s no consistency between KJP dresses season to season. I bought one of last year’s dresses, size 4, and it was snug. I bought this dress, size 4, and I’m swimming in it.
The other thing is the madras material is super thin and the dress has no lining. I’ve bought a lot of high-end Madras skirts and dresses before from places like J.Crew and Talbots and they always have thicker madras and then are lined so the material is more substantial. This is super see-through and the madras is so this, so it just feels really cheap. Not at all what I was expecting for almost $130.
This is a very nice dress, even though it has different colors from the online images. However, the warmer colors work better with mine.
The size is larger in width and length (longer is better as I am nearly 5'-11"), and with the belt, the extra width is fine and comfortable. I pre-ordered it and it took a month until arrival.
I love this dress! It's super light weight and fits beautifully. Unfortunately on my first wear I noticed there's a hole in the fabric. Bummed that fabric wasn't in better shape out of the box.
Admired the madras pieces the past few years but they sold out before I decided which to try first. 5’2”, between hourglass frame, shorter torso, longer legs. Selected a 6 based on measurements & size chart and dress fit perfectly. Wore throughout the summer, looked equally great for church and dinners out. Will throw a sweater over when the temps cool to continue enjoying into the fall. Fair to Medium cool toned skin, blue eyes, dark brown hair - Jacqueline color way very flattering.
This madras dress is perfect for my upcoming New England vacation. It fits well and is well made. It’s stylish because it has a belt.
Adore the dress. Perfect for summer!
Beautiful fit, the Bar Harbor shirtdress is such a lovely mix of colors. The dress is so well made and classic, it's easy to wear with dress shoes, flats, or sneakers. I love it!
My first purchase from this retailer and very impressed. The dress is excellent quality and fits perfectly. The packaging was impressive too, with a customized box with a cute design.
Nice quality dress to take me from summer to fall. Will wear often.
KJP never disappoints with classic preppy styling! Thank you for bringing back madras. This dress is spot on with great lines, even for someone 5'2". This dress will be a favorite for many summers to come!
I was missing my old madras dress from the 90s-from another brand—and tried a few from all over but this one finally hit the mark! Cute, lightweight, flattering fit, everything I wanted! I’m going to get another!
This dress is very cute and summery. Cant wait to wear it…it seens to run a little large.
High quality, adorable colours, perfect fit, but I sized up to a 8. I’m a classic M.
I love this dress! I’ve only had it for a few days and I’ve already received dozens of compliments.
The madras itself is stitched well, breathable and light. The bias cut skirt has excellent drape and movement, while the torso has adequate space to cover your chest without having to worry about gapping between the buttons when you move.
The only thing of note is that the lighting in the photographs on the listing do impact the colors of the fabric making it appear more vibrant than it is in life. I personally was expecting brighter, yellows, blues, and reds, but in my particular garment, the plaids were skewing tan, black,and navy which was a bit of a surprise for me. Definitely something I would keep in mind when selecting which of the Madras patchwork plaids you select!
I love the Montauk Madras shirt dress I purchased. I wish I ordered a size 6, because the 8 was a little too roomy in the waist. I am normally a 6. But I hope it will shrink in the dryer. The fabric is high quality, heavy, but still light enough for summer. The colors are more muted than the online picture like everyone says. But I prefer this. The muted colors look more elegant and fit me better. Perfect happy summer dress vibes!
This dress is stunning. Its a nice weight and really flattering. I ordered a size 6, and it fit perfectly. This will be a great summer/fall closet staple.
Colors are not the same in the picture at all. Very dull colors. Very yellowy snd dingy looking. Fit is great but colors are not
I got so many compliments while wearing this. The sizing chart was accurate. Great construction and fit. Colors as more subdued compared to photo but I prefer that.
This is a classic dress I will wear year after year. Flattering and length works for my petite 5'1" frame. Love this!
Beautiful dreas - flattering and well made. Looking forward to sunny weather.
I am a huge fan of this brand… I am continually amazed and pleased with every purchase… I have loved Madras since I was in high school and wondered if a 62 year-old woman could still pull it off in dress form— the answer is a resounding YES! The Madras is beautifully subtle, and the fit is perfect… I am a curvy girl and it is very flattering… Plan to collect the rest of the patterns!
Love KJP timeless pieces . This is a medium weight and beautiful madras. Fit is true to size . 5'4 and 130 wide shoulders and 8 fits perfect ! Can't wait to wear it in the Hamptons next month !
Just received. It’s great. Got lots of compliments.
The purchase of the Bar Harbour Patchwork Shirtdress brings my total to 3. The Jacqueline was my first purchase. Montauk was the second. Each dress fits slightly differently which I attribute to their authentic handmade construction. I love the genuine madras. The Bar Harbour is probably my favorite color way. These dresses fit easily and comfortably on the hottest day while receiving compliments. I cannot remember wearing one without someone admiring it. Although perfect for summer, I transition these dresses through the seasons with jean jackets, sweaters or a velvet blazer. When I want to dress them up, I change the belt to slim leather or raffia and add heels. The fit is generous but true to size. Care is easy. At 5'9" I love the length of these dresses. I would purchase the Americana Madras if it was made in this length or in a simple midi skirt. Please consider a madras midi skirt without the ruffle. A wrap or button front would be spectacular.
Love the dress and the colors of the Madras material. It fits true to size and is very comfortable.
I am delighted with the Montauk! The dress is very well constructed, of substantial weight, and arrived in Kiel James Patrick's lovely packaging. I have two madras blazers from other sources and they are not even close in quality. At 5' I'll be getting it hemmed, but this is not a complaint.
It's still too cool in New England to wear a sleeveless dress so I haven't worn it yet but I was pleased with the fit when I tried it on. The bodice fits fine. The skirt is full with stitching detail around the side seam pockets that isn't seen on the 'net, and the dress comes with a matching fabric belt. I'll be wearing my madras dress everywhere- everything in my closet matches a color in the Montauk. I'm crazy about my new dress.
I've always loved madras and finally found a perfect summer dress in this versatile, classic fabric. I know I'll enjoy this dress for many summers to come. Thank you, KJP!