Marks & Spencer shoppers have been racing to snap up a stylish £28 midi dress for summer after its been praised for being flattering and versatile enough to wear for any occasion
As summer hits, there’s no better outfit than a midi dress to make you feel instantly put together with minimal effort required. Just the right balance of breezy, stylish and easy to wear, a good midi dress will be one of the hardest working items in your wardrobe, especially when it’s versatile enough to be worn for countless occasions.
One dress that checks off all of these boxes is Marks & Spencer’s Jersey Ribbed Midi Drop Waist Dress which you can pick up for just £28. Available in two colours, it’s both smart and casual, making it easy to dress up or down depending on the event you’re planning on wearing it to.
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If you’re feeling bold, the chilli red colourway is perfect for making an impact, not to mention bringing a much-needed pop of colour for summer or holidays. However if you prefer something more neutral, the Jersey Ribbed Midi Drop Waist Dress also comes in navy, which is less severe than black but still allows you to create a more understated outfit.
The bodice is made from a soft, stretchy jersey which keeps it comfortable to wear all day, whilst the midi-length skirt is made from a breathable, lightweight cotton blend. This not only gives it a little bit of structure and volume, but also makes it easy to iron. You can shop the dress in petite, regular and tall lengths, as well as sizes six to 24.
Whilst the jersey bodice keeps it form fitting, the fuller skirt and drop waistband mean it flares out over your hips and thighs for a flattering, unrestricted feel. This is also what helps the Jersey Ribbed Midi Drop Waist Dress to feel both smart and relaxed at the same time, making it wearable for any event.
For more casual occasions, like a beach day, holidays or just a summer in the city, you can easily wear it with some simple flip flops or sandals and a straw tote bag, or pair it with trainers and a bomber jacket for an edgier, laid-back look. However if you want to wear it for, say, a summer wedding or garden party, it’ll easily work with some kitten heels and a clutch bag and some statement jewellery.
If you prefer softer, more pastel colours, Nobody’s Child’s Ribbed Boat Neck Knitted Dress comes in butter yellow shade, and is now on sale for £52.20 down from £87. Meanwhile at New Look, you can pick up the Brown Dropped Waist Midi Dress for just £32.99, which is made from a woven material which gives it a little more structure.
However, M&S ’ Jersey Ribbed Midi Drop Waist Dress is the most affordable of them all, and comes with a pretty impressive 4.8 star rating. In fact, the dress only has four or five star reviews from shoppers, making it a great option.
One wrote: “Lovely simple dress so easy to wear and very flattering. Can be casual or dressed up. Good for all ages.”
Whilst another agreed: “This a rather wonderful simple, stylish, easy to wear, and well priced dress – super recommend and now want it in the red.”
A couple offered some constructive criticism, saying: “Bought for the recent heatwave as it is a simple throw on, good to go outfit. Fabric on top a tad thin so clings but wouldn’t want thick ribbing in hot weather. Great to have navy as an option.”
Another suggested: “If it had pockets (and maybe a slightly lower neckline) it would be the best dress IN THE WORLD for this summer.”
But plenty more shoppers thought the Jersey Ribbed Midi Drop Waist Dress was just what they needed, with another saying: “Lovely, chic dress, I’ve dressed it up with heels & worn it casual with flats. So comfortable, dreamy dress.”
