I have been in the market for a dress that doesn’t require an awkward strapless or backless bra to look sleek, and that I could just throw on and feel fabulous in. This dress meets both of these requirements. Irrational as it may be, I’m a little self-conscious about my arms (it’s something I’m working on), but fluted sleeves fall so beautifully, so I have zero hangups. I wasn’t entirely sure how I’d feel about the ever-so-slightly blouson bodice, but it too hangs perfectly. I was also a little anxious about the gather to the stomach, but I find this to be an integral detail to the dress’s overall expensive-looking appeal.
The fabric is lightweight, though I can already tell it’s significantly more crease-resistant than the linen dress I usually wear at this time in the year. In fact, the fabric will carry into the cooler months seamlessly, as it’s not as synonymous with summer as cotton or the aforementioned linen.
Running through the dress is a subtle wave-stripe embroidery which I wasn’t initially mad on, but actually, it helps it to stand out from the other dresses hanging on my rail. As for the colour, I’d say it’s a very, very light peach, like a warmer take on cream. As for the fit, I’m a true UK 12 with curves, and the medium size fits me perfectly. However, if you’re between sizes or would like a more relaxed fit across the hips, I would opt for the size up. This is what the reviews say, too.
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