Dresses

Raise your hand if you wanted to be just like Rachel Greene when you grew up. I still do, if I’m honest, and I’m exactly the age she was in the pilot episode of Friends. Besides her quick wit and signature hairdo, Rachel’s outfits alone deemed her worthy of icon status. Her dress sense captured exactly what was great about 1990s fashion. Think simple, flattering silhouettes and a moody palette of chocolate brown and black, punctuated with brighter neutrals.  If you hadn’t heard, ’90s minimalism has been solidified as one of autumn/winter’s trend biggest trends by designer labels like Bottega Veneta and Etro, so now is the perfect time to look to our fashion-savvy friend for style guidance. And dresses feel like an obviou...

On the cusp of a new season, I’m keen to update my dress roster. So naturally, I’ve turned to M&S to try on its best-selling dresses right now. In the interest of being transparent, I’m 5’3″ and a pretty true size 12 with curves and a 32G bust. However, M&S is one of the few high-street stores where 10s are an option for me, so if you too are between sizes, I recommend opting for the smaller. All the dresses you see me in below are a 10. Now that we’ve got the facts straight, let’s turn our attention to the dresses that truly impressed me. Some tap into my penchant for neutral tones, while others, well, I was surprised at just how much I loved them. Scroll on to read my honest reviews of the best M&S dresses to buy now. You De...

Sometimes a brand just gets it right, and it rarely goes unnoticed. In the 1970s, Norma Kamali released the now-iconic Diana dress, a one-shoulder design with all-over ruching that’s been repeatedly selling out ever since. Even Carrie Bradshaw approves—SJP was spotted donning the signature design on the set of And Just Like That… last year. The secret to its success? As we see it, it’s all down to the timeless simplicity and universally flattering details. Modified in recent years to include a built-bodysuit that nips in the waist and creates an hourglass silhouette, the Diana is designed to make you feel confident and classy. Plus, compared to other designer styles, it is relatively affordable coming in at around £200. But it’s not the only Norm...

I’m a dress person, but I found myself going out of control with the number of Topshop dresses I was adding to my saved items. With over 1100 dresses currently on site, there were guaranteed to be a few that were going to catch my eye. But because no one’s wardrobe is big enough for the whole lot, I’ve done the hard work for you and picked the hero styles you may want to consider adding to your closet. So what are the trends that Topshop is backing this season? From cosy knits and floor-sweeping hems to long-sleeve numbers and sassy silhouettes, there’s something for everyone. I’ve got my eyes on the dresses that are versatile enough to carry right through to spring, so many of the below styles will look just as good with knee-high boots as...

Bold statement incoming: A jumper dress is probably one of the most important items to have in your cold-weather wardrobe. Few pieces tick so many boxes at once. Firstly, there’s the obvious fact that it’s basically a whole outfit in one; all you need to do is add shoes (unless you’re just planning to hang around the house). Then there are its other practical points, most notably the warmth and comfort it promises. A knitted dress is the sartorial equivalent of wrapping up in a blanket. But the best bit? All this, and you’ll still look incredibly chic wearing it. Whether you dress it up or down, this stylish and versatile hero is just a winner.  We’re seeing a lot of jumper dresses in brands’ new-in ...

Dresses, dresses, dresses, we can’t get enough of them. And if you thought they were more of a summer thing, thing again, because the autumn offerings are so good. We’ve got cosy knitted styles, satin and sequin iterations for any upcoming parties, and then there’s jersey. Yep, that’s right, we consider jersey dresses to be up there with the best of them. Because we can all remember how incredible that ruched £25 H&M version (which sold out within hours and is back in stock now) looked, right?  The best part about anything jersey is the stretch, which means instant comfort. It also means they can work for just about any occasion, with the ability to be dressed up or down with a simple swap of shoes and accessories. In fact, some of the best dresses we&...

From high necks and midi lengths to knit and satin fabrics, the results of 2022’s most affordable cold weather dresses are in, and I can confirm we’re experiencing a stellar year. With temperatures slowly dropping, its clear that autumn is very much here and winter is just around the corner. This sent us scrambling in our wardrobes trying to dig out our favourite cold-weather frocks. Think long sleeves, mid to maxi styles, and plenty of cosy knit versions to keep you warm this season.  You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back ...

From high necks and midi lengths to knit and satin fabrics, the results of 2022’s most affordable cold weather dresses are in, and I can confirm we’re experiencing a stellar year. With temperatures slowly dropping, its clear that autumn is very much here and winter is just around the corner. This sent us scrambling in our wardrobes trying to dig out our favourite cold-weather frocks. Think long sleeves, mid to maxi styles, and plenty of cosy knit versions to keep you warm this season.  You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back ...

It’s our job to pore over the trends so that you don’t have to, separating the sure-to-be-short-lived from the enduring, and that’s exactly what we’re presenting you with here. Cue four key styles of dresses (because who doesn’t love the ease of a dress?) that we tipped as winners in our autumn 2022 trend report and that are looking like they’ll go the distance. As we know all too well, the good weather on our shores can be short-lived, and before we know it, those temperatures will be cooling right down, so we’re thinking about dresses that can take us into the transitional time while still ticking off the trend-conscious box. From fuchsia hues to maxi hemlines, discover what styles our money is on below. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates On...

I’ve been working in this industry as a stylist and fashion editor for almost a decade and having dressed stars for glamorous magazine covers and red carpet events, I can, by now, pinpoint the traits of an enduring gown that turns heads but always feels elegant. One that is unique yet timeless— and appropriate for the majority of formal occasions. My advice? Look out for unique, elevated details—things like a cape-effect, a feathered trim or interesting neckline. Even an unexpected colour (of course, black or white remain the most classic but opt for a bright hue that looks incredible on you and you’re bound to be remembered) or textured fabric. Either that or channel Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy and go extremely minimalist.  Keep scrolling to see the thirty best gowns that I, as a s...

Though the sun is still making its appearance providing warmer days, there’s definitely the first feel of chilly autumn in the air and with cooler days pressing in, there’s no time like now to plan for the cooler months. And if there’s one item I’ll be wearing once the temperature starts to drop it’s a chic knit dress. Whether it’s a classic black knit mini dress paired with flat knee-high boots or a trending ribbed knit silhouette paired with sandals, the cosy piece is ideal for taking you into the new season in comfort and style. It’s easy to layer and ideal for when you want to feel comfortable yet put together. Knit dresses come runway-approved too. They were spotted in all styles and silhouettes on the runways these past few seasons&...

“What a surprise—she’s wearing another dress,” say people who are probably fed up with following me on Instagram. If, however, you haven’t muted me and my ridiculously expansive collection of dresses, maybe it’s because you share the same shopping passion (and therefore you should check out my monthly column of the best new-in dresses). Which means you might enjoy this story, as it’s dedicated to the places where I buy my favourite ones from. I’m talking, of course, about the brands I have confidence in going back to time and again for both the special-occasion dresses but also the day-to-day ones I like to wear to the office. If there’s one item I know I can feel myself in, it’s a relatively modest, long-sleeved, probably bright o...