Stacey Solomon has taken to Instagram to flag one of her favourite dresses of summer - and it costs less than £20. The Sort Your Life Out host frequently showcases budget discoveries and money-saving home tips on her social media and has recently caused quite a stir amongst followers after revealing a sub-£20 summer ensemble that she described as 'the easiest thing to throw on.'
A versatile and affordable find
The 36-year-old posted about the affordable and versatile Strapless Bandeau Dress from Amazon on her platforms, and predictably, stock is flying off the shelves. Priced at just £18.99, the dress is one of those holiday must-haves that delivers maximum impact with minimal fuss - simply pair it with sandals and a handbag.
Stacey first enthused about the dress on Instagram, explaining: "I have these in so many patterns/colours. They're the EASIEST thing to throw on and off and they stay up with big boobs so I love them."
Styles and features
The dress is available in sizes M to XXL, and comes in an array of colours and patterns although availability varies across the range. The plain styles are arguably the most adaptable choices, while those favouring something more playful might gravitate towards one of the floral prints.
The white variant provides a quintessentially summery hue that complements virtually anything, be it a pair of bright red flip-flops and a colourful beaded necklace, or some tan sandals and a denim jacket. It's timeless enough to wear year after year, enhances your tan, and reflects heat more effectively than darker tones, keeping you even cooler, reports the Liverpool Echo.
Design and customer feedback
This summer mini dress features a strapless design with elastic pleats at the chest, allowing it to fit various body types. The design of Stacey's Strapless Bandeau Dress makes it perfectly suited to warmer weather, with its strapless shirred bodice preventing unwanted tan lines, while the flowing mini skirt ensures comfort without any restrictive or clingy material — two concerns nobody wishes to face in the heat.
It can easily be slipped on over swimwear when relaxing poolside or visiting the beach, yet appears just as attractive when styled with wedges and a small handbag for dinner. If the strapless style gives you pause, this Brave Soul Shirred Mini Sundress in buttermilk yellow costs £25 and includes adjustable straps for extra support. Meanwhile, Next's Square Neck Shirred Strappy Mini Dress is priced at just £22, available in three colours and prints, and features straps that can be simply attached or detached.
Nevertheless, Stacey's Strapless Bandeau Dress remains the most affordable of the three options, and has garnered enthusiastic feedback from Amazon shoppers. One said: "Beautiful dress, great quality, great fit." Another agreed: "This dress is so beautiful and looks amazing. The material is lovely light and the quality is very good. True to size in size 10-12 and M fits perfect. Will be buying different colors." One customer did caution, however: "Size I ordered was correct. But do wash on its own as black dye comes out. I've hand washed 3 times. And still slight dye coming out. But perfect to wear at home. Or on beach." A fourth customer commented: "True to size, cool and comfortable. Good quality, would recommend."
