Marks & Spencer fans rushing to buy new summer dress with ‘flattering waist' – and it's perfect for weddings
FASHION fans are set for a frenzy over Marks & Spencer's latest summer dress - and it's versatile for all occasions.
The Lyocell Rich Polka Dot Sweetheart Neckline Maxi Waisted Dress has hit the shelves in
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The new midi dress is perfect for weddings
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The strapless polka dot frock features a ruched bodice and ties on the side.
The retailer said: 'This polka dot maxi dress is a
"It's designed in a regular fit, with a flattering dropped waist and a comfy lining.
'The Bardot neckline and ruching on the bodice create an elegant silhouette.
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'M&S Collection: easy-to-wear wardrobe staples that combine classic and contemporary styles.'
Styles with white strappy heels for a summer wedding or team with gold wedges for a glam night out.
The best thing about the dress is that it comes in petite, medium or tall.
Ranging in sizes 6 to 24, the midi dress will compliment all heights.
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Costing €109, the polka dot dress will stay in your
Shoppers took to the comments to rate the polka dot guna.
One person said: 'Stunning dress, looks amazing on and the fabric is lovely quality and drapes beautifully but size up.
"I normally wear an 8 but couldn't zip the top of the bodice and had to exchange for a 10. I'm 5ft9 and the long length is perfect.'
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Another said: 'Nice dress, but it comes up small. I am usually an 8 and sometimes a 6 in M&S.'
Meanwhile, a style fanatic has hailed a top supermarket for its gym-wear dupes and even picked up the perfect airport outfit for summer.
Abbie Blyth, from Glasgow, regularly shares her shopping and lifestyle tips on TikTok where she boasts 37,000 followers (@
The 30-year-old is one of Scotland's biggest and most successful influencers, and even owns her own fashion label BLY.
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But she still likes to pick up a pretty bargain when it catches her eye.
She previously praised
She said: "And oh my god, who is the buyer for Tesco? Chef's kiss. You deserve a pay rise for starters.
"A big a** pay rise because it's popping off."
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And in a recent video, Abbie showed off the new gymwear pieces she picked up from the supermarket.
She bagged a pair of cream jogger shorts with black piping, and a quarter-zip sweatshirt to match.
HISTORY OF MARKS & SPENCER
WHEN Michael Marks, an immigrant from the north of England, was able to obtain a stall in Leeds' Kirkgate Market in 1884, M&S was born.
He used the catchphrase "Don't ask the price, it's a 'penny'" to build his career after arriving with little money and minimal command of English.
His little booth selling basic home goods was rapidly booming because of this simple idea and his diligent work.
Michael teamed up with Dewhirst wholesalers' cashier Tom Spencer to help his expanding firm.
This collaboration gave rise to "Marks & Spencer" and its initial Penny Bazaar locations, which helped the company take shape as we know it today.
More than 15,000 purchases were made on the first day of trading.
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The dress has a 'flattering waist'
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The frock is available online and in stores
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