If you haven’t been keeping up with M&S this summer, you’ve been missing out. The high street hero has had a standout season, and its huge selection of summer dresses has been a favourite amongst shoppers and celebrities – like Vicky Pattison, who was just spotted wearing the standout floral ruffle detail midi column dress from M&S.
With more hot weather on the horizon, her elegant midi, priced at just £36, is a style that can work for balmy days, sunny evenings out, holiday lunches, and smartened up for special occasions with the right accessories. Thanks to a timeless cut and sleek midi silhouette, the V-neckline and subtle, stitched empire waist, this flattering floral design is one you'll turn to again and again.
With a dainty, all-over floral print in contrasting shades of powder blue and pink, Vicky kept her styling simple. A stack of gold-toned bangles and a pair of flat sandals were all she needed to accessorise the look, showing just how easy it can be to pull together elevated, warm-weather looks when you’ve got a great dress to hand.
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Vicky's flattering column dress features a draped cut, giving it a floaty, figure-skimming finish. In a pretty, summer-ready print, this dress is easy to dress up with heels and a fascinator for a special occasion, or slip it on with your best white trainers and a denim jacket.
Like Vicky's dress, this one from Nobody's Child is cut to a column shape, with an empire waistline and ruffles at the deep neckline creating a flattering and feminine look. Even better, it's currently discounted in the brand's summer sale.
These Dune sandals come in a variety of different shades, and this tan is a great option if you're looking to recreate Vicky's outfit. Made from leather, the look is sleek and minimalistic, with a cushioned sole and low heel adding to their wearability
A pretty bloom print, a flattering empire line cut and a timeless cornflower blue and white colour palette make this long-sleeve summer dress a great alternative to Vicky's style, especially if you want to carry your floral fancy into the autumn months.
If you love the light and airy feel created by the ruffled sleeves on Vicky's dress but want a bit more upper arm coverage, this midi from French Connection might be just what you're after. Its cut is so romantic, and the floral print is simply beautiful.
These mule sandals are available in a 'standard/wide fit' and a 'wide fit,' with Next's Forever Comfort technology offering extra cushioning and support. They're super stylish too, thanks to a sleek shape and modern square toe.
The floaty, column silhouette of Vicky’s dress is especially flattering, thanks to its body-skimming cut; the dress creates a streamlined shape. This soft fit is complemented by a scooped, sloping V-neckline and ruffles that bring a feminine finishing touch to the romantic, summery-ready design.
A super affordable option, this floral frock could be worn casually, but would also make one of the best summer wedding guest dresses, thanks to an elegant but eye-catching print and pretty colour palette.
If you do snap up this piece for an upcoming wedding or party, it can go further than a single wear. Once in a summer capsule wardrobe, it’s a dress that would work for a range of dress codes – it’s all down to the styling.
Vicky’s choice of flat sandals is ideal for everyday, while trainers are another safe, casual bet. There are also plenty of ways to elevate it for special occasions; add espadrilles, kitten heels or strappy peep-toe heels to create a more polished outfit.
