Marks & Spencer shoppers are rushing to snap up a stylish £28 midi dress for summer, praised for being flattering and versatile enough to wear for any occasion.
A Summer Wardrobe Essential
As summer arrives, there is no better outfit than a midi dress to make you feel instantly put together with minimal effort. Offering the perfect balance of breezy, stylish, and easy to wear, a good midi dress becomes one of the hardest working items in your wardrobe, especially when it is versatile enough for countless occasions.
One dress that checks all these boxes is Marks & Spencer's Jersey Ribbed Midi Drop Waist Dress, available for just £28. Offered in two colours, it is both smart and casual, making it easy to dress up or down depending on the event.
Color Options and Features
For those feeling bold, the chilli red colourway is perfect for making an impact and adding a pop of colour for summer or holidays. However, if you prefer something more neutral, the dress also comes in navy, which is less severe than black but still allows for a more understated outfit.
The bodice is made from a soft, stretchy jersey, keeping it comfortable to wear all day, while the midi-length skirt is crafted from a breathable, lightweight cotton blend. This gives it structure and volume, and makes it easy to iron. The dress is available in petite, regular, and tall lengths, as well as sizes six to 24.
Flattering Fit for All
The jersey bodice keeps it form fitting, while the fuller skirt and drop waistband allow it to flare out over hips and thighs for a flattering, unrestricted feel. This design helps the dress feel both smart and relaxed, making it wearable for any event.
For casual occasions like a beach day, holidays, or a summer in the city, you can pair it with flip flops or sandals and a straw tote bag, or team it with trainers and a bomber jacket for an edgier look. For a summer wedding or garden party, it works well with kitten heels, a clutch bag, and statement jewellery.
Shopper Reviews and Alternatives
If you prefer softer pastel colours, Nobody's Child's Ribbed Boat Neck Knitted Dress comes in butter yellow and is on sale for £52.20 down from £87. New Look offers the Brown Dropped Waist Midi Dress for £32.99, made from woven material for more structure.
However, M&S's dress is the most affordable at £28 and boasts a 4.8 star rating. It has only four or five star reviews from shoppers. One wrote: "Lovely simple dress so easy to wear and very flattering. Can be casual or dressed up. Good for all ages." Another agreed: "This a rather wonderful simple, stylish, easy to wear, and well priced dress - super recommend and now want it in the red."
A couple offered constructive criticism: "Bought for the recent heatwave as it is a simple throw on, good to go outfit. Fabric on top a tad thin so clings but wouldn’t want thick ribbing in hot weather. Great to have navy as an option." Another suggested: "If it had pockets (and maybe a slightly lower neckline) it would be the best dress IN THE WORLD for this summer."
Plenty more shoppers thought the dress was just what they needed, with another saying: "Lovely, chic dress, I’ve dressed it up with heels & worn it casual with flats. So comfortable, dreamy dress."
