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Antonia Kraskowski

Not lace, not pleats, broderie anglaise is the elegant and timeless summer dress trend taking over the high street

Three women wearing different broderie anglaise dresses.

Now that the summer season is in full swing, there's a steady stream of social events in the calendar, and if you're wondering what to wear to a wedding or your next garden party, add a pretty broderie anglaise dress to your summer outfit ideas.

The pretty embroidered style is a summer capsule wardrobe classic that will work for several occasions - if you're lucky enough to be wondering what to wear to Wimbledon this year, add this quintessential summer look to the top of your list. The delicate cut work of the style is not only a pretty detail, but it also makes it perfect for hot summer days, as air can easily circulate.

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