05-05-2025
Next shoppers hail dress that 'skims over your tum' and is 'ideal for summer'
'Material is soft and comfy to wear on holiday, perfect fit'
If the recent brilliant weather has got your longing for more days in the sunshine, then you may be considering refreshing your wardrobe. And we've found a "stunning" printed dress that is "ideal for summer".
Next's Linen Scoop Back Mini Shift Dress is perfect for the warmer months. Able to be dressed up with a pair of heels or worn dressed down with some trainers, shift dresses are a great fit for all summer events.
Next's dress comes in six different styles, with a range of prices from the black colour at £24 to a cream and green palm floral print for £38. Other styles include a rust brown Paisley print, a cream, pink, and blue house print, and a mono placement floral design.
The shift dress is made from a lightweight linen-blend and features a scoop back neck, side pockets and a split side hem, Nottinghamshire Live reports.
Made of 70 per cent Livaeco viscose and 30 per cent linen, the dress is machine washable and available in a variety of sizes.
Available in sizes 6 to 26 in regular, 4 to 20 in petite, and 10 to 20 in tall - though some sizes in some of the different prints have sold out or are low in stock.
Alternatively, if you're looking for a longer dress, Next offers a Strappy Tie Front Midi Dress in five different styles, including navy, striped, or gingham. You can currently snap it up for either £39 or £40, depending on the design.
Elsewhere, Boden's Leah Jersey T-Shirt Dress is £52 and available in six different designs, including red and white stripes, several floral designs, and a tropical bonanza print.
But if it's Next's Linen Scoop Back Mini Shift Dress you're after, then you're not the only one. Customers praised its stunning design and how perfect it is for the warmer weather.
One happy shopper said: "Great fitting linen dress. Ideal for the summer months. Good quality. Would recommend buying."
Someone else added: "I'm not normally a dress person, but I was attracted initially by the striking print. I was also really pleased with the fit - skimmed over my less than flat tum, without looking frumpy. Smart, yet casual, ideal for summer."
While a third five-star reviewer added: "Material is soft and comfy to wear on holiday, perfect fit. Bought all designs in same dress. Good value for money as they look more expensive."
However, some customers were a bit put off by the fact that the dress' summer style meant it was unlined.
One buyer said: "The dress is a little see-through, I had planned to wear at a party and dress it up but as it's see-through I won't, but it's good for daytime on holiday."
Another agreed, adding: "As this item is not lined, it's completely see-through when worn, even with flesh coloured underwear. Only suitable as a beach coverup, not for everyday wear."
Fashion deal of the week
Ahead of the summer season, Urban Outfitters has just knocked £20 off a popular dress - and it's perfect for weddings.
The high street retailer's Light Before Dark Bex Printed Midi Slip Dress has rave reviews from shoppers who say it is "flattering in all the right ways". Usually retailing at £62, shoppers can bag it ahead of the warm spell for just £42.
The midi-length dress boasts a few "romantic" details that make it perfect for wearing to fancy functions you have planned. This includes the all-over rose print and delicate lace detailing that both add a touch of femininity.
With its slip-style silhouette, lightweight material and shoulder straps, it is the ultimate breathable and breezy layer for the summer season. A classy v-neckline, cut-out back detail, side zip fastening and rear button fastenings complete the design.
Designed in a baby pink colourway, the Printed Midi Slip Dress will suit pretty much all skin tones and shades. It's also still available in quite a few sizes, with XXS to XL available on the Urban Outfitters website.
The dress averages a 4.3 rating on the Urban Outfitters website, and one glowing review read: " This dress is so gorgeous on! Definitely hugs your figure soooo nicely."
A second delighted shopper wrote in their review: "Fits really well, perfect for summer wedding."
Purchase the Light Before Dark Bex Printed Midi Slip Dress for £42, down from £62, on the Urban Outfitters website here.
However, other shoppers raved about the dress' versatility. One said: "Love it. Classy but casual at the same time. Easy to dress up or down."
A second added: "It's a really striking attractive design. It looks so nice on. It is such a change from small flowery prints."
While someone else commented. "Lovely, simple but stunning dress. I felt slightly oversized so went one size smaller. Could be dressed up or casual. Not too short - came to just above knee on me - 5ft5in."
If you want to snap up Next's Linen Scoop Back Mini Shift Dress ahead of the summer season, click HERE.
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