New Look's light & flowy dress is a ‘flattering pick' for weddings or summer parties – & is flying off rails at 40% off
SHOPPERS are impressed with this light and flowy New Look dress - grab the 40% sale while you can.
The baby pink floral midi has been flying off the rails, as fashion lovers dub it a "flattering pick" for weddings.
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The Pink Floral Print Puff Sleeve Lace Insert Milkmaid Midi Dress
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It could also be donned at summer parties, or even opt as a casual outfit for running errands.
The New Look Pink Floral Print Puff Sleeve Lace Insert Milkmaid Midi Dress is currently on sale at £37.49 - reduced from £49.99.
It's fitted waist and intricate cut-out pattern, will create a cinched affect.
Meanwhile, the square-cut neckline and puffy sleeves both add a touch of sophistication.
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The length also lends itself to both formal, or laid back events.
It could be paired with trainers, summer wedges, or some high heels, depending on the venue.
And, it is also machine washable for convenience.
It's product description reads: "This floral-print milkmaid dress is a flattering pick for summer parties or weddings.
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"Defined by a fitted waist, the puff sleeves and square neckline are balanced by a flared skirt and side slit."
One shopper who nabbed the outfit said: "Amazing product perfect fit."
Another awarded it top ratings for both comfort and quality of product.
It follows one of the latest fashion trends to emerge, the Milkmaid dress.
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They are frequently advertised across social media, TikTok shop, and worn by celebs.
This comes as shoppers have been rushing to pick up another New Look summer dress that's flattering for all body types.
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It offers the illusion of a cinched waist
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The outfit could be dressed up or down
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The £27 maxi dress is perfect for the hot weather with its airy design and stylish puffed sleeves.
New Look has slashed the price by 10% ready for warm weekend, taking it down from £29.99 to £26.99.
The Black Puff Sleeve Midi Dress features a ruched bodice and a flared skirt that will give a cinched appearance on all figures, finished with an elasticated waist.
Everyone loves a dress with pockets, and the practical feature makes the dress even better for everyday wear.
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It comes in black, white, pink, red and navy colourways, while the green version has already sold out.
Sizing is limited for the dress, as it has become a bestseller on the New Look website in recent days.
The versatile design could be styled with just about any look, from trainers for the office to sandals and a rattan handbag for summer holidays.
The New Look number could also be dressed up with heels and chunky gold jewellery for special occasions.
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High-street shoppers have been raving about the midi dress online, and it's received an impressive 4.7-out-of-5 star rating.
One reviewer wrote: "This feels so much more expensive than it is - lovely natural fibre blend and pockets too!
"It's nice to have a properly long dress as I find they often hit at an unflattering point, but this looks very elegant.
"I genuinely might get another one because I like it so much."
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New Look's £27 dress isn't the only affordable fashion find catching shoppers' attention.
Last month, Sainsbury's released a summer dress that flatters mum tum, and it's still available in select sizes (despite being hugely popular online).
The dress comes in butter yellow (the season's hottest colour!), and supermarket shoppers have been gushing over the £28 find.
Both the New Look and Sainsbury's dresses would also be great choices for those shopping for an outfit for Wimbledon, as both can be dressed up or down.
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How to find the perfect DD+ dress for summer
Looking for the perfect summer dress to fit your bigger bust? Deputy Fashion Editor Abby McHale has the perfect solution.
Looking for the perfect summer dress to fit your bigger bust? Deputy Fashion Editor Abby McHale has the perfect solution.
Finding a dress that flatters your bigger bust can be hard, often dresses can leave your bra showing, squash your bust and just be ill fitting in general.
However, there are a few things you can look out for that will make dress shopping easier.
A V-neck is a really flattering neckline as it gives your chest some more space, however, don't discount a square neck also, not only is this a trendy neckline, but will also give your bust the room it needs.
Empire line fits are also super flattering, you just need to make sure they fall underneath the bottom of your bra, that way your bust will sit nicely before the rest of the dress skims your body.
Wrap style dresses are also a great option but just make sure to look for an added popper detail, so that you don't have to use a safety pin to hold the dress in place and stop your bra from showing.
Extra shirring detail on the back will also give the dress more room for stretch around your chest.
And if you're looking for a backless dress then make sure there is one with a tie detail at the back that means you can still wear a bra.
If all that sounds like something you're interested in then here at Fabulous we have created a collection specifically designed for DD+ boobs that ticks all of these boxes.
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