DRESS REFRESH:
NOBODY’S CHILD AT M&S
Discover the standout designs vying for a spot in your autumn wardrobe, from a vintage-inspired tea dress to a floral-print midi, and how to style them
The retro floral-print mini
Nobody’s Child is known for taking vintage-inspired prints and retro details and bringing them up-to-the-minute with modern silhouettes. Case in point: this whimsical pie-crust collar mini dress, which looks like it stepped straight out of the Seventies, except it’s made from plant-based viscose (like all the dresses in this edit), making it a static-free zone. Wear with sandals to make the most of bare-leg days in early autumn, and switch for tights and ankle boots once the chill sets in.
HOW TO STYLE IT
The puff-sleeved midi dress
A key shape for 2020, this sweetly sophisticated style (coming soon) ticks all the trend boxes while offering great cost-per-wear value. The figure-flattering sweetheart neckline and effortless midi length make it smart enough for socially distanced gatherings when paired with simple ballet pumps, while the fun polka-dot print goes perfectly with an oversized denim jacket and white trainers for a more casual look. Ruche detailing at the neckline and cuffed sleeves elevate this feminine design and add intrigue – be prepared for compliments.
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The star-print midi dress
Reach for the stars this autumn with this covetable black and white printed midi dress. Cut to flatter with a softly structured sleeve, elegant V-neck and figure-skimming shape, it’s bound to become a wardrobe staple that works as hard as you do. Complement the eye-catching print with simple accessories to let the dress do the talking, or pop a cosy jumper over the top to get more mileage out of the look – the lightweight and naturally breathable viscose fabric makes it ideal for layering. But act fast, because this stellar dress has all the hallmarks of an Instagram hit.
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The voluminous midi dress
If there’s one trend we can’t get enough of this season it’s the statement-making midi dress. Not just for holidays and heatwaves, free-flowing styles look great even in the depths of winter when teamed with lace-up hiker boots and an oversized coat. This printed style with on-point smocking is ideal for lunch dates (no restrictive waistbands to worry about), autumnal walks with a pumpkin spice latte in hand, or simply worn layered over a ribbed polo-neck and teamed with chunky loafers for the office.
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Words: Dulcie Emerson
