Next shoppers buy 'classy' £34 linen summer dress 'in all colours'

Daily Mirror

21-05-2025

Shoppers were impressed by the quality of this 'flattering' dress as well as the range of style options to choose from
Next shoppers have been adding a summer dress to their wardrobe that they say can be worn for casual days out or dressed up for an elegant evening look. It boasts practicality, too—it is made with a cooling material and has handy pockets.
Next's Scoop Back Mini Shift Dress with Linen is made from a 'lightweight' linen blend that the store says will be perfect for wearing over the summer. The 'breathable' and 'soft' material offers a way to remain both 'stylish' and 'cool' in warmer weather.
Sold for £34, the Cream Mono Placement Floral colour option has proved the most popular pattern with shoppers. Dozens have shared their thoughts on the 'classy' dress in the reviews section.
Besides, Next, there are plenty of linen dresses available online if you are after one to add to your summer collection. For example, Roman is selling this £40 Linen Mix Shift Dress, and Debenhams is stocking this Linen Print Dress with Pockets by SOLO for £29.99, down from £60.
For something more affordable, H&M has discounted this Linen-blend halterneck dress down in a 'fun' print from £27.99 to £23.80. Alternatively, New Look has this Apricot Pink Pleated Linen-Look Knee Length Dress, with a major price cut, reduced from £34 to £10.
People who have already bought Next's Scoop Back Mini Shift Dress with Linen have raved about the different ways it can be styled - either dressing it up with heels or toning it down with trainers or sandals. It also comes with generous side pockets and a 'relaxed, 'comfortable' fit.
In a five star review, one shopper said: "I bought it as a simple day dress for holidays, only now having been able to try it on. It can be easily dressed up for an evening venue too." Another added: "Loved the fabric. Loved the easy-to-wear style and the fit was just right."
A third put: "Love it. Classy but casual at the same time. Easy to dress up or down." Some of the reviews were mixed though, as a few shoppers claimed the material felt "very thin and cheap".
Another wrote: "As this item is not lined, it's completely see-through when worn, even with flesh-coloured underwear." However, someone else said: "Material is soft and comfy to wear on holiday, perfect fit. I bought all designs in same dress. Good value for money as they look more expensive!"
A fifth posted: "A simple but stylish dress that I'm looking forward to wearing." And, one more added: "It's a really striking and attractive design. It looks so nice on and makes such a change from small flowery prints."
The dress is available in sizes 6 to 26 in regular, 4 to 20 in petite and 10 to 20 in tall. Although, at the time of writing, some sizes and patterns have sold out or are low in stock - so shoppers should get their orders in soon.