Check It Out: Our Prettiest Gingham Dresses

A versatile fashion mainstay, gingham is also having a serious moment this season. Sweetly sophisticated with a retro feel, gingham checks have been reworked in vibrant shades and combined with puffed sleeves, smocking and supersized collars for maximum impact. A gingham dress is perfect for hot summer days – what better way to p retend you're picnicking in Provence, not on your local park bench, than to wear a pretty gingham dress? Just add a straw bag and white trainers for an easy summer look. Top of our wish lists is this romantic gingham dress from Albaray, which is made from organic cotton and has delicate smock detailing on the front for some extra detail.