Marks & Spencer's dress collection is the gift that keeps on giving. From flattering shirred dresses to smart occasionwear, the retailer has been nailing it with its summer fashion lately, and the latest find is one that even royalty would approve of.
M&S's Floral Midaxi Tea Dress is currently trending on the retailer's site, and I can totally see why. Its pretty floral print, feminine flutter sleeves and cinched silhouette make it the perfect option for day-to-night dressing, not to mention that it looks like it's come straight from the Princess of Wales' wardrobe.
© Max Mumby/IndigoThe 42-year-old has sported similar silhouettes on several occasions, and the gorgeous blue and white colourway resembles the royal's Beulah blouson dress that she wore to attend the Out-Sourcing Inc Royal Charity Polo Cup 2023 last summer.
Available in regular, petite, and long sizes, M&S's £45 / $79.99 midaxi is beyond versatile for the warm weather. I could see the flattering number being styled with nude heels and gold jewellery similar to Princess Kate for special occasions such as weddings or the races, but it would also look just as stylish with ballet flats for summer garden parties.
Tea dresses are a great transitional piece, and the timeless style always soars in popularity as the weather gets warmer. Flattering on all body types, tea dresses nip in at the waist while providing coverage on the arms with their vintage-style fluttersleeves. The beauty of the effortless silhouette is that it can be styled for any occasion, from throwing it on with white trainers to dressing it up with strappy sandals and a clutch bag.
Marks & Spencer's bestselling dress is a hit with online shoppers, and several reviewers have praised the fabric quality and the flattering fit, while others commented on its longer length.
One wrote: "Lovely flattering dress, very easy to dress it up or down with a pair of trainers or smart sandals."
© M&SAnother added: "This is a beautiful dress, good quality material – I’ve had lots of comments."
If you love the timeless dress style, Nobody's Child has a similar version in the sale section, featuring a V-neck, tie sleeves, and a ditsy floral print. New Look also has its own design, a £22 orange animal print tea dress with a flared skirt and a fitted bodice.
Marks & Spencer's floral tea dress is likely to be a hit, so if you love the Princess Kate-inspired look you'll need to hurry, as the midaxi is selling fast.
