Next's £36 2 in 1 Woven Mix Belted Midi Dress has become a go-to for shoppers seeking relief from the UK's soaring temperatures. With a 4.4-star rating from 69 reviews, the dress is lauded for its breathable cotton fabric and flattering fit that hides the tummy.
Design and Features
The dress combines a soft jersey top with a flowing woven skirt, featuring a contrasting topstitch detail and a matching belted waist. It is available in petite, regular, and tall lengths, and comes in black, cornflower blue, green, red, and stone, as reported by Yorkshire Live.
Shopper Feedback
One delighted customer wrote: "Very happy with this dress. Great fit, it feels quite elegant and much more expensive than the cost." Another added: "Lovely dress that can be worn dressed up or down. It's flattering and very comfortable." A third commented: "Really lovely smart casual dress - the bodice hugs in the right places and the bottom skirt area hides my slightly podgy tummy! Cannot wait to wear it - I feel it is true to size."
Criticism and Alternatives
Some customers were less impressed, with one stating: "Huge skirt, differing fabric. The dress looked cheap and I didn't keep it." For alternatives, River Island offers the Cotton Blend Whipstitch Maxi Dress at £39 in orange, beige, black, brown, and green, featuring a round neckline and pockets. New Look's 2-In-1 Poplin Midi Dress, currently 25% off at £22.49, comes in black, off white, dark brown, and navy. The website describes it as "made up of a flexible jersey bodice and gathered poplin skirt."
