‘I had so many compliments, it fits really well and makes me feel good’
Fashion fans on the hunt for a dress to wow on New Year’s Eve have plenty to choose from in the Roman sale. The fashion retailer has an eye-catching Green Metallic Lace Sequin Midi Dress reduced to £50, down from the full price of £60.
This metallic lace midi is the perfect occasion dress for winter weddings, festive dos or any event that needs some smartening up without fuss. The delicate lace overlay is threaded with subtle shimmer, while the sequins lend just enough glamour to feel festive without being too overtly “Christmassy”.
It’s available in sizes eight through to 20, with size 10 so popular it has sold out currently. The midi length that hits just below the knee (Roman says it is approximately 120cm in length) and tailored waist mean it is flattering and comfortable to wear for everything from dinners and dances, to a night out for drinks too.
It is finished with a flared hem with godet panelling for added movement for those wearing it. Roman advises shoppers to hand wash only, and with short sleeves, it won’t look out of a place under a stylish shawl to keep arms covered.
For a winter do, let the dress stand on its own with pair with simple black heels, a leather clutch and minimal jewellery so the texture and shine remain the focus. For daytime, a long wool coat in charcoal and an updo hairstyle will create an elegant silhouette. Roman has a similar style dress (the leaf lace dress) in other colours like red and burgundy too.
Get the Green Metallic Lace Midi Dress
This green dress has sequins built into the lace and is flared at the bottom, creating extra movement when worn.
Shoppers wanting a statement lace dress with long sleeves can look to Next, who have the Lipsy Black High Neck Lace Flare Sleeve Midi Dress for £68. This comes in sizing six through to 18 and has a high neck, long sleeves and it is midi length too, with a flattering slit on one side. It’s also ruched up on the left side too above the slit.
A statement red option comes from M&S where the Sosandar Lace Bardot Midi Column Dress is £95. This dress is available online only and is made from guipure lace. It has a statement, off-the-shoulder neckline and the waist is slightly cinched meaning the pencil skirt shape on the bottom half is perfectly fitted.
With just over 100 reviews though, Roman shoppers have said their green dress is elegant. One shopper said: “I love this colour and the dress looks classy.”
The details were singled out by another customer who said: “Lovely dress, fits perfectly, love the bottom lace which extends dress length.”
And it’s gotten one wearer lots of good feedback as they said: “I had so many compliments, it fits really well and makes me feel good.”
One four-star review reads: “Looks pretty good on, even helps disguise my tummy. Love the length and colour but sleeves could look a little more elegant.”
And length was mentioned by someone else who said: “This is a beautiful dress. Unfortunately it cannot be shortened because of the flair at the bottom. I will just get away with the length but wish that Roman would consider petite lengths.”
