The cream smock dress from Next has a laidback, loose fit
Next, shoppers are praising a £34 summer linen dress that will look beautiful when the sun is shining. The cream, sleeveless frock has a shift design and an abstract floral print.
It is available in sizes 6-26 and comes in two lengths: regular and petite(however, sizing is limited in the petite range). The mini dress sits just above the knee, and has a small slits on either side.
The linen dress also has functional pockets on each side and a scooped back. The model pairs it simply with chunky black sandals, and a leather oversized bag.
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It is a popular choice with fashion fans and has more than 60 customer reviews. One buyer rated it five stars, saying: “Really nice dress. Looks far more expensive than it is. Very striking.”
They added: Though mini is not too short. Wear on its own or with a linen shirt over to dress up even more. Flattering and very versatile.”
Next releases linen dress
The smock dress has an abstract floral print
Another customer added: “This is the perfect summer dress, got loads of compliments whilst wearing on my recent holiday.” Not all were pleased with an additional customer having an issue with the material.
They wrote: “Bought this dress previously in another colour so thought this one would be the same. The material was very thin and see-through.”
As linen is a lightweight material, it can sometimes look see-through in sunlight. For shoppers who are concerned about this, there are alternatives available on the high street.
For instance, New Look has just released a woven-material blue, floral mini dress with ditsy ruffled sleeves. Priced at £32.99, it has a V-neckline and small buttons running down the centre. The model pairs it with tan-coloured sandals and a straw bag.
For longer-length frocks, look to Roman, where a floaty white dress is on sale for £38. It has thin straps and an embroidered lace design on the bodice. It’d look nice worn as a beach dress on holiday with flip-flops and sunglasses.
Back to Next’s linen summer dress, a fourth buyer added: “Really lovely dress and design. I bought it for my holiday and had a compliment when I wore it for the first time.”
Another agreed, adding: “The dress is fabulous. The material is excellent. The style is excellent, and the design is what attracted me to the dress. Excellent value for money.”
