Woman seated on wooden chair wearing The Linen Work Dress by KnockKnockLinen—long-sleeved gray linen buttoned dress; barefoot with feet resting on brown shoes. Reading large book with green pencil in rustic room with stone wall, desk, bust sculpture, and dried palm leaves.
Below-the-knee grey loose linen dress with buttoned front and 3/4 sleeves, worn by one woman sitting at a wooden work table in a studio with rolled drawings.
Close-up of a grey linen shirt dress with a soft V-neck and button front, shown on a model resting her head in her hands while reading indoors against a rustic stone wall.
Person seated wearing The Linen Work Dress by KnockKnockLinen—a dark gray linen buttoned dress with collared neckline, chest pocket, and wood buttons; styled with gold pendant necklace. Linen dress women shown indoors with blurred plants.
Close-up of person seated wearing The Linen Work Dress by KnockKnockLinen—a long-sleeved, dark gray linen buttoned dress with visible wood buttons and textured fabric; arms resting on lap. Open book on wooden desk in softly lit indoor setting.
One navy linen dress with V-neck, wooden buttons and 3/4 sleeves, shown on a model with one hand in the pocket, standing in a garden setting.
Navy blue linen dress shown on a seated model in a full-length side view, with a V-shaped collared neckline, three visible front buttons, elbow-length sleeves, wide skirt and brown lace-up boots.
Navy blue linen dress shown full-length on a model from the back, with a round neckline, fitted waist seam, elbow-length sleeves, flared mid-calf skirt and a woven shoulder bag.
One navy blue linen shirt dress with V-neck, button front, 3/4 sleeves and large front pockets, worn by a model standing on a mossy garden path.
Gray linen shirt dress shown full-length on a model from the front, with a V-shaped collared neckline, five visible buttons, elbow-length sleeves, waist seam, long straight skirt and ankle-length hem.
Full-length navy linen dress with rolled 3/4 sleeves, shirt-style buttoned bodice and pockets, worn by one model standing in a leafy garden walkway.
black and white sketch of THE WORK linen dress by knock knock linen, shown on a hanger. collared v-neck dress with button front, two chest pockets, long sleeves rolled to three-quarter length, and a below-the-knee A-line skirt. text reads “The Work Dress”
Flat lay of 27 medium weight linen fabric swatches on a wooden surface, each labeled with its color name. Colors range from Black, Plum, Sage, Terracotta to Navy. Includes OEKO-TEX 100 certification note. Fabric palette belongs to Knocknocklinen
Flat lay of linen fabric swatches on wood, grouped by weight. “Light Weight” includes Charcoal, Frost Grey, Natural Flax. “Heavier Weight” includes Black, Ginger Brown, Mushroom Brown, Natural Herringbone. OEKO-TEX 100 Certified label shown. Fabric palette belongs to Knocknocklinen. 2026-05-30
Size chart for KnockKnockLinen clothing, showing recommended body measurements for sizes XXS to XXL in centimeters and inches; includes bust, waist, and hips alongside a dress form illustration marking measurement points and a measuring tape for reference.
Flat lay of twelve linen fabric swatches on wood, labeled with color and weight. Top row: Cottage Thyme, Cottage Rose, Black Gingham (medium weight, checkered). Bottom row: Grey (heavier), Taupe, Sand, Dewy Rose, Rose Geranium, Lavender, Charcoal, Blueberry, Dusty Sky (medium weight solids). “LIMITED STOCK” and OEKO-TEX 100 Certified text included. Fabric palette belongs to Knocknocklinen. 2026-06-09

linen shirt dress WORK, retro dress, cottagecore dress

(12 customer reviews)

A linen shirt dress is a timeless and iconic piece from the 1930s-1940s. This retro dress has a simple, yet flattering shape and features a buttoned bodice, V-neck with a notched lapel, 3/4 length sleeves, side seam and breast pockets for comfort, below the knee length, but it can be made in a custom length as well. The dress is a great option for women wanting to look stylish and professional while maintaining a timeless look.

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Description

A linen shirt dress is a timeless and iconic piece from the 1930s-1940s. This retro dress has a simple, yet flattering shape and features a buttoned bodice, V-neck with a notched lapel, 3/4 length sleeves, side seam and breast pockets for comfort, below the knee length, but it can be made in a custom length as well. The dress is a great option for women wanting to look stylish and professional while maintaining a timeless look.

—ABOUT THE ITEM—
•Fabric: 100% linen, OEKO – TEX Standard 100 certified
•Laundered and softened linen
•Color shown: GREY (medium weight); NAVY BLUE (medium weight). More colors available.
•A notched lapel
•The bodice is about 44-48cm / 17.3-19″ (from the shoulder to the waist, depending on the size)
•3/4 sleeves
•Buttoned bodice (coconut buttons)
•Side pockets, patch front breast pockets
•Can be made in a custom length (standard length is 112cm/ 44″ )

I’m wearing size S, dress length: 112cm and 142cm
My measurements are (Bust/Waist/Hips): (90cm/67cm/91cm), (35.4″/26.4″/35.8″), height: 174cm/5.71ft

— PROCESSING TIME —
Each item is individually cut and sewn by order it will be made especially for you.
Quality handmade items take time to make, so please allow approximately 4 weeks for your order to be crafted.
Thank you so much for your patience.

— A GENERAL SIZE CHART (body measurements) —

SIZE XXS
Bust: 80cm/31.5″ Waist: 62cm/24.5″ Hips: 88cm/35″

SIZE XS
Bust: 84cm/33″ Waist: 66cm/26″ Hips: 92cm/36″

SIZE S
Bust: 88cm/35″ Waist: 70cm/27.5″ Hips: 96cm/38″

SIZE M
Bust: 96cm/38″ Waist: 78cm/30.75″ Hips:104cm/41″

SIZE L
Bust: 104cm/41″ Waist: 86cm/34″ Hips:112cm/44″

SIZE XL
Bust: 112cm/44″ Waist: 94cm/37″ Hips: 120cm/47″

SIZE XXL
Bust: 120cm/47″ Waist: 102cm/40″ Hips: 128cm/50″

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With Love,
Egle & Gintaras
Knock Knock Linen

Additional information

clothing type

Dresses
Sleeve length

3/4 sleeve
Neckline

V-neck
Skirt silhouette

A-line
Pockets

Yes
Dress style

Shirtdress
Leg/hem length

Below-the-knee
Material multi

Linen

12 reviews for linen shirt dress WORK, retro dress, cottagecore dress

  1. etsy buyer –

    A great personal service and a lovely dress. I highly recommend knock knock linen.

  2. etsy buyer –

    Wonderful linen dress. As always, thank you for your beautiful, intricate work and personal help. Always a pleasure.

  3. etsy buyer –

    Das Arbeitskleid ist mein Lieblingskleid, so dass ich mir noch ein zweites aus dem schweren Leinenstoff in charcoal bestellt habe. Auf meinen Wunsch habe ich lange Ärmel bekommen.

  4. etsy buyer –

    Great dress, as always. Lovely quality linen. Well done on the improved pattern for the work dress! 🙂

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  11. etsy buyer –

    Good quality and well made item.

  12. etsy buyer –

    Always perfect! Thank you, Egle, for your lovely designs and well-made dresses!

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