YOUR SPRING DRESS CHECKLIST

1 | HOLIDAY HEROES

Hot weather holidays are calling, so that means lightweight, breathable dresses that work for day and night are a must-have on your checklist - double points if they’re made from a folding-friendly fabric.

Ticking the boxes for sun-soaked color, luxurious fabric + intelligent design, our Smocked Midi Dress. Available in two of the season’s hero shades - Papaya Orange or Topaz Blue - this style is made from an innovative silk-blend fabric that’s shaped to a fitted, shirred bodice for light support, then completed with detachable straps which can be removed for a bandeau look, or you can choose between two different button fastenings to alter the length. The fluid skirt is made with two texture-clash panels of fluid twill with a subtle sheen and semi-sheer georgette. Choose a comfortable yet elevated flat shoe option like the Fisherman Footbed Sandal in gold to complete the look.

Embrace our take on warm-weather neutrals with this Summer Chocolate Dress, the perfect shade to team with gold accessories like the Caged Flat Sandal. Crafted from lightweight, crisp cotton poplin for maximum breathability, it’s shaped with a fitted shirred bodice and contrast cream topstitching. Frills on the straps add an extra feminine flourish.

The ideal option for throwing it on over swimwear to head to the pool or styling it up for lunch by the beach, this White Maxi Dress is made from cotton cheesecloth with a naturally crinkled texture, making it a folding-friendly suitcase hero. Intricate lace detailing around the neckline gives an extra lift, ensuring this style is an elevated cover-up option or a standalone summer staple. Opt for a classic white + tan pairing by adding our Reversible Belt and Asymmetric Toe Loop Sandal.

Whether it's a getting-ready drink on the balcony or you're heading out for a pre-dinner aperitif, there's nothing quite like that outfit change before a holiday meal. Opt for a bold color like our Iris Cheesecloth Maxi Dress, shaped with halter ties that can be customized into a plunging neck or a crossover keyhole cutout, depending on your coverage preference. Elasticated shirring creates a fitted waist without feeling restrictive and the long, flowy skirt is the perfect complement to balmy evenings. Complete the look with height + comfort courtesy of the Suede Clog in versatile tan.

2 | RSVP: YES TO BEST DRESSED

A summer packed with events means a summer of different outfit solutions. But don't let pre-planning your looks get in the way of a good time, instead, choose from our edit of intelligently designed event dresses that will have a happy home in your occasion wardrobe for seasons to come. 

Dressing for a wedding abroad means you need an option that ticks several boxes. It must travel well, be comfortable in the heat, and still adhere to the dress code. Luckily, our Statement Frill Maxi dress meets all three. It’s made from a woven viscose blend that’s shaped to an off-the-shoulder neckline, equipped with button-detachable straps for the choice of a bandeau fit. Discreet shirring on the back helps create a flattering, figure-skimming fitted waist, before falling to a streamlined long skirt. 

One thing all spring and summer events have in common? They're the perfect time to embrace florals. This season, the new Stencil Meadow Print spotlights floral bursts in a peach tonal palette over a light cream base and a detachable corsage for a customisable touch. The innovative Crease-Less linen blend offers the classically breezy feel of linen, but with the added benefit of a more crease-resistant finish. If it's not the warmest day, and let's face it, if you're in the UK, there’s a high chance it won't be, then drape the Peach Sorbet Sharp Shoulder Blazer over your shoulders for extra coverage in a seamless color-matched tone. Add comfortable lift with the Caged Occasion Sandal in gold Italian leather.

If a traditional English countryside wedding is on your social calendar this season, then you can’t go wrong with classically romantic florals with a fresh twist. Made from Peach Sorbet lace with yellow embroidered edges for a two-tone effect, this occasion-ready Midi Dress is cut to a slim fit with a cutout keyhole neckline and a layered ruffled hem. A tonal lining through the bodice and skirt gives the perfect amount of coverage. 

3 | 9-5 SOLUTIONS

Dressing for work doesn't have to mean the same uniform of official smart-casual pieces from Monday to Friday. In fact, we're firm believers in the power of getting dressed, which in this context, means starting the working day off on a strong note by injecting a dose of color and contemporary style into your daily look.

The aptly titled Work Appropriate Utility Dress marks a graphic update on the work-classic shirt dress with blue stripes on a contrasting cream base. It's made from an innovative blend of Tencel™ Lyocell and linen for the smooth, crisp feel of classic shirting fabric but with added fluidity, minimizing creasing and enhancing all-day comfort. The waist features elasticated shirring at the sides for a softly fitted shape, which can be emphasised with the detachable tie belt. 

What better way to start your day than with uplifting florals. Our Scribbled Floral Print Maxi Shirt Dress is made from cotton poplin for a classically smart crisp structure, complemented with a point collar and button front, while our signature side stripe in dark pink adds a fresh twist. Enjoy the choice of a drawn-in waist with the tie belt, or embrace a breezy, fluid shape without. Choose a warm neutral (and comfortable) shoe like our Tobacco Suede Ballerina Flat to complement the peachy print. 

Another fresh take on the shirt dress that works for 9-5 outfitting and beyond, this time in optic white and a textural fabric. Our Seersucker Maxi Dress + Belt has a smart point collar neckline and flap pockets positioned just above a waistline trim that gives the illusion of a top + skirt in one. Cinch the waist with the optional tie, or leave it loose for a flowing drop-waist effect. 

4 | CASUAL COOL

Having a strong foundation of casual dresses to rely on throughout the warmer months is key. So make sure you've got everything on the checklist covered: bold colour, intelligent design + wear-everywhere appeal. 

Made from Crease-Less linen for a soft, fluid feel, our Co-ord Maxi Dress comes in bold Topaz Blue and a two-piece set, meaning you have styling choices on the go. The optional short-sleeve jacket overlay has a drawstring waist to adjust the fit and Intense Orange contrast stitching styles effortlessly with the latest edition of our Fisherman Sandal in supple orange suede. 

Perhaps the most versatile addition to your spring-to-summer lineup thanks to its throw-on-and-go status is the Mixed Media Dress. Defined by a contrast of ribbed jersey across the top and crisp poplin through the skirt, this style comes in a varied palette from Intense Orange to classic neutrals like Tan and Navy. The choice of silhouettes includes a sleeveless tank top with Henley button fastening or a collared short-sleeved fit, and a choice of skirt lengths, so whatever your go-to dress style, there's an option.