What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"The Carmen Smocked Dress became my default for every warm evening out on a recent trip, and I never once felt underdressed or overdressed in it. The voile fabric is incredibly light and breathable for how put-together the tiered skirt looks, and the side pockets sealed the deal for me completely."The Carmen Smocked Dress from Marine Layer is the kind of dress that makes open-ended plans feel like a great idea. The lightweight cotton and TENCEL lyocell voile is soft, drapey, and genuinely opaque, a combination that is harder to pull off than it sounds. The sculpting scoop-neck top and tiered skirt strike a balance between effortless and intentional, and side seam pockets mean you can actually leave the bag at home if you want to. Adjustable tie straps and a lined skirt from the waist down keep comfort and confidence dialed in from morning sightseeing through a late dinner and whatever comes after. Marine Layer built this one for the days with no fixed itinerary and a good feeling about how they will turn out.