If you’ve been left feeling dread while looking at the forecast for the upcoming weeks, don’t fret. Yes, another heatwave is on the way, and temperatures will once again soar, but Clodagh McKenna’s floral dress makes light work of what to wear in the heat.
While enjoying a holiday in France, she donned Sézane’s Patty dress in the brand’s dainty Rosita print. Dotted with pink and yellow florals, the frock might seem relatively simple, but it’s actually packed with thoughtful details that make it a true staple for summer capsule wardrobes in the late-August heat.
Made from a fabric that's organic cotton-rich for a breathable and lightweight finish, the empire waistline sits just below the bust to create the illusion of a longer torso. It also means the lower part of the dress skims the silhouette for an altogether more flattering fit. Luckily, Clodagh’s dress is still available across all sizes, and there are plenty of similar pieces in midi lengths, too.
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Clodagh's sweet summer dress is made from a cotton-rich fabric for a light and breathable finish, with a flattering figure-skimming shape for the final days of summer.
The pink and yellow tones in the floral print on this dress are a great match for those on Clodagh's, but the midi length hemline offers more coverage and a swingier 50s silhouette.
Like Clodagh's dress, this one from Nobody's Child features a lovely yellow floral print that brings a touch of colour to the otherwise neutral style. With an empire waistline, this dress also flatters curves beautifully.
Cut from cotton Broderie Anglaise, this floral design features a high waistline and curve-loving wrap-inspired front for a shape that frames the bust and skims over middles.
A square neckline and empire waist give this dress a flattering silhouette. Dress it up with heels for a late-summer wedding, or team it with sandals for everyday.
Puffed sleeves and a shirred bodice deliver a lovely, flattering shape. Covered in a dainty, fruity floral print, the colours might be more muted, but the dress still certainly packs a punch.
Clodagh kept her styling unfussy, with her lack of jewellery and swept-up hair creating an effortlessly chic look. Paired with a pretty, dainty floral dress in soft summer colours, Clodagh made dressing for the final throes of summer a breeze.
When it comes to warm-weather looks, the last thing we want is over-complicated outfits and a simple summer dress, plus minimal accessorising, feels like the antidote to layered jewellery trends and mixing and matching separates.
Although Clodagh's shoes are out of shot, thanks to the dress's white base and relatively muted floral print, she could easily style it with the best white trainers or the most comfortable sandals and still look cool and put-together.
