Nobody's Child has restocked the dress of the summer
Best known for their pretty midi dresses and wardrobe staple co-ords, no brand exudes carefree and nostalgic elegance quite like Nobody's Child.
So, it's no surprise to us that they've well and truly hit the nail on the head with absolutely every single SS25 collection so far.
Think: flowy and feminine silhouettes, sun-soaked shades, and plenty of vintage-inspired polka dots and stripes that feel really playful and charming.
And they've also come in clutch with a fair few brilliant butter yellow pieces, too — most notably, the Butter Yellow Linen-blend Cora Midi Dress — which sold out pretty quickly after it was released in March.
This beautiful summer dress is finally back in stock in this sell-out soft yellow shade. It's super sweet and swishy, and looks gorgeous styled with a simple blue denim jacket, and either barely-there heels or a fresh pair of white trainers. BUY NOW FOR £75
There's so much to love about this dress. For starters, as we'd expect from a sustainable brand like Nobody's Child, this Cora midi is made from a responsible and eco-friendly blend of linen and lyocell — which are both highly breathable and durable fibres. More Trending
A truly romantic silhouette, its fitted bodice beautifully defines the waist — while the square neckline gives a lovely contemporary touch. Meanwhile, the lightly lined A-line skirt is swishy and body-skimming — giving the whole dress a really breezy and effortless feel.
When it comes to colours, this sell-out soft yellow shade is hard to beat — but the dress also comes in black, olive green, cream stripe, and ditsy floral. Alternatively, for a more coastal-inspired look, there's also a brand new blue and white pinstripe option, too.
Our top pick? It just has to be the butter yellow. But you'll want to move fast if you're going to snap it up before it sells out again.
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