The midi dress is this season’s must-have silhouette
Dress for every occasion with this versatile style
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Not too short, not too long, dress it up or dress it down – all hail the midi dress. What once was considered a little fuddy-duddy and awkward to style, the midi dress is now a must-have item in every stylish woman’s wardrobe, year-round. The ‘goldilocks’ of dresses, the midi hemline typically falls at the mid-calf, between the knee and ankle, and offers a versatile, timeless look.
Crafted from cotton, linen, satin, and jersey fabrications, and available in floral patterns, polka dots, block colours, and minimalist neutral hues, the silhouette offers endless styling options. Wear from meetings in the city to summer barbecues, a day out at Wimbledon to that summer wedding in your calendar. Style floaty cuts with sandals and trainers for zero effort and everyday ease, or glam up slip and satin iterations in darker hues with strappy heels and statement jewellery for a sleek and sophisticated edge. Looking for inspiration? Shop some of our favourite midi dresses below now.
Neutral midi dresses
Sometimes plain and simple is best. Opt for earthy and dark neutrals as well as crisp white midi dresses for classic styles that are universally flattering and wearable in most situations and settings. Understated and effortlessly elegant, you can’t go wrong with a minimalist approach.
Colour block midi dresses
For something a little louder, brighter and dopamine-hitting, a vibrant coloured midi dress ticks all the boxes and can be worn from daytime events to evening escapades. Whether choosing sunshine yellows, verdant greens or statement reds, pair with toned-down accessories to let your dress do all the talking, or coordinate with matching colours for a highly striking effect. Equally as stylish and versatile are pastel hues and lighter colour block midis.
Floral midi dresses
Feminine, nature-inspired and perfect for summer, floral midi dresses are your answer to seasonal events like weddings, Wimbledon and garden parties. An easy route to an outfit that looks polished, put-together and smart (without being too formal), wear with sandals or heels for a feminine look that won’t disappoint.
Patterned midi dresses
If you’re more into gingham than florals, there are a plethora of patterned midi dresses out there to deliver the goods. Swap the typical prints for something more seasonal in summer, like nautical-inspired stripes and shells, or get in on the polka dot trend or timeless checks, for enduring styles that can be worn on repeat.
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