I tried a 'versatile' £45 John Lewis midi dress that 'can be dressed up or down'

I've never been one to spend a lot of money on something like a midi dress, and often turn to retailers such as Primark for my staple wardrobe items.

While I was in town, I thought I'd take a trip to John Lewis as a treat because I've been after a plain midi dress for a while now. I was on the hunt for something that's minimal, but can still be dressed up or down.

It can be a struggle to find something smart yet comfortable to wear when going into the office, and even more of a struggle to find an outfit that's versatile. When visiting John Lewis, I came across a simple Textured Midi Smock Dress in Black and knew I had to try it on.