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Belfast Telegraph
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
Pretty in pastels
Spring/summer is an ideal time to slip into something muted but still sophisticated, writes Aine Toner Spring/summer is an ideal time to slip into something muted but still sophisticated, writes Aine Toner Trousers, £89.99, H&M Studio Knitted vest, £24, Threadbare Shacket, £30, Primark Shirt, £22, Tu Clothing Padded body, £78, Curvy Kate Trousers, £59, FatFace Jumper, £36, Roman Originals Sleeveless top, £9, Primark Blazer, £39, trousers £28, George at Asda Satin top, £89, Busby & Fox Blouse, £34, Cotton Traders Shirt, £45, River Island Mary Janes, £45, Joe Browns Barrel jeans, £45, River Island Jumper, £75, Scamp & Dude Sunglasses, £16, River Island Blazer, £54.99, H&M Fit and flare dress, £65, Roman Originals Mini dress, £46, River Island Gilet, £30, Threadbare Dress, £28, Matalan
Daily Mirror
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Roman summer dress with pockets 'looks amazing' as shoppers 'get lots of compliments'
Roman Originals' floral midi dress has been a hit with fashion fans - and it's still in stock in all sizes in time for heatwave shopping A floral midi dress is a classic spring and summer staple that never goes out of style. Vibrant, comfy and chic, having one in a collection ensures an effortless outfit that's suitable for any event. Roman's Purple Floral Print Button Detail Maxi Dress is a stunning choice, and with the code HOT at checkout, shoppers can snag it for £43.20. With its striking lilac, red and teal print, this boho-inspired dress is bound to turn heads. Whether attending a spring wedding or pairing it with trainers and a denim jacket for a laid-back look, the shirring effect around the waist offers a comfortable and flattering fit. Additional features like a button-down front and pockets lend it a luxe touch, making it a bargain at less than £44. Fashion enthusiasts are spoilt for choice with floral midi dresses as brands roll them out in their new season collections. Another crowd-pleaser is from Next - the Pink Puff Sleeve Midi Dress, priced at £56. Shoppers have expressed their delight with the dress, noting that it 'flatters the figure', reports Devon Live. In another stellar sale, Boden has announced reductions of up to 40%, featuring a selection of floral dresses that are blossoming with discounts. A standout piece is the Ivy Smocked Midi Dress, now reduced to a tempting £58.80 from its original £98 – a nearly £40 saving that's been dubbed as 'the perfect pick' with summer just around the corner. However, the Roman Originals dress at £43.20 wins on affordability as well as boasting an array of five-star ratings. According to one thrilled buyer: "This dress is lovely, and every time I wear it, I get loads of compliments. Great buy, thank you." Another ecstatic customer said: "Wow! What a colourful dress! It looks good either as a casual dress with trainers etc or dressy with heels. Able to wear my wedge sandals because it's maxi length on my 5ft frame, although I'm size 16, it looks amazing." Specific praise comes from shoppers over fifty who feel catered for by Roman's range, as one reviewer expressed: "Love all your styles. So hard to find these days if you are over 50. Roman gets it right every time." Nonetheless, one customer was dissatisfied with the quality, as they detailed their experience: "As I was turning it up, I came to a 'bunch' of material that was tied with turquoise coloured cotton; this 'bunch' had not been hemmed? Because it was a full skirt I hadn't noticed it when I tried it on. It took me a while to sort I out - very frustrating. Had I noticed it at the onset, I would have returned it as faulty." However, not everyone felt the same, with one person finding it 'very flattering and very comfortable', and another sharing: "Loved it, plenty of compliments. Loved the pockets."
Roya News
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Roya News
Blue/black vs. white/gold dress that split internet turns 10
February 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of one of the internet's most captivating visual phenomena: the blue and black or white and gold dress. - Background - This intriguing debate began in February 2015, a week before a wedding in Scotland. The bride's mother, Cecilia Bleasdale, snapped a photograph of a dress intending to wear it to the wedding. The dress was actually blue with black lace, but when Grace received the photo, she saw it as white with gold lace. Grace's post on Facebook quickly sparked a heated debate among her friends, who also disagreed on the dress's colors. Some saw it as white with gold, while others insisted it was blue with black. A few days after the wedding, a family friend reposted the image to her blog on Tumblr, further fueling public discourse surrounding the dress. The image quickly went viral, with millions of users sharing their perceptions and arguing over whether the dress was blue and black or white and gold. The debate divided friends, families, and even celebrities, prompting discussions about human perception, color theory, and the science of vision. As the phenomenon spread, it drew the attention of scientists and psychologists who sought to understand the reasons behind the differing perceptions. Experts explained that the color of the dress appeared to change based on individual differences in lighting perception and color constancy. The viral sensation also sparked a wave of memes and parodies, cementing its place in internet history. It inspired numerous discussions about optical illusions and cognitive science, demonstrating how a simple photograph could lead to widespread fascination and debate. - So what is the actual color? - The dress in question was identified as a royal blue "Lace Bodycon Dress" from the retailer Roman Originals. Although it was confirmed to be blue and black, it was also available in three other colors: red, pink, and ivory, each featuring black lace. Notably, a white and gold version was not produced at that time. However, following the viral Tumblr post, Roman Originals saw an unprecedented spike in website traffic, leading to the dress selling out in just 30 minutes. Subsequently, the retailer announced they would create a single white and gold dress for a Comic Relief charity auction. By March 1, a BuzzFeed poll revealed that over two-thirds of respondents believed the dress to be white and gold. Some viewers even speculated that the dress appeared to change colors on its own. Media outlets noted that the photo's overexposure and poor white balance contributed to the washing out of colors, leading many to perceive the dress as white and gold.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jenna Bush Hager Wears the Dress That Divided the Internet on 10th Anniversary of the Viral Debate
It was the dress that rocked the internet back in 2015, sparking the viral debate: Is it gold and white or black and blue? On the 10th anniversary of the post, Today honored the online phenomenon by bringing co-anchor Jenna Bush Hager out in the dress. Bush Hager threw off a white robe to reveal the controversial frock, saying, 'It is clearly blue and black, right? And that's what made this thing so mind-blowing because the answer is not what we expect.' Related: Martha Stewart Reignites #TheDress Debate After Grandchildren Introduce Her to Viral 2015 Photo Noting that she views the viral image as white and gold, Bush Hager used optometrist Dr. Sarah Klibanoff to explain why the photo was the 'perfect storm to create an optical illusion,' explaining that it had to do with the fact that the dress was in shadow. 'If a person, let's say, saw the dress in a shadow, there's more blue light in a shadow,' she said. 'I'm going to filter out that blue light and I'm actually going to see the dress much more white and gold.' The Roman Originals dress immediately sold out back in 2015 and had plenty of celebrities chiming in online, with Taylor Swift writing on Twitter at the time, 'It's OBVIOUSLY BLUE AND BLACK.' 'Obviously this dress is blue and black, but in the photo, in some of the photos, I saw white and gold,' Bush Hager said, jokingly adding, 'All I have to say is horizontal stripes aren't great on anybody.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Bush Hager actually borrowed the dress from the offices of BuzzFeed, the site that originally shared the viral post. 'It's no longer available because, you know what, it was for sale 10 years ago,' she quipped. 'I had a 1-year-old.' Related: Groom Who Helped Make 'The Dress' Go Viral in 2015 Accused of Trying to Murder His Wife And while co-anchors Carson Daly and Willie Geist insisted they saw black and blue, Bush Hager and Savannah Guthrie were firmly team white and gold. 'You wear it well, that's all that matters,' Daly told Bush Hager. However, weatherman Al Roker was not as invested, complaining, 'Where was anybody in the control room about a minute ago? We could have ended this a lot earlier.' Read the original article on People
