Pure Linen 3/4 Sleeve Shirt Dress
Product code: T525646
About this style
A charming shirt dress for the season, this sleek number features a classic collar, chic front pockets and three-quarter sleeves, for a stylish look that’s ideal for work or play. With front mock wood buttons and a drawstring waist to truly flatter, this pure linen dress is a wonderfully lightweight pick.
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Pure Linen 3/4 Sleeve Shirt Dress
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Reviews (17)
Thought I would love that dress
Yes, I recommend this
Was really looking forward to the dress. Unfortunately it was far too big. I looked like orphan Annie, even I bought the correct size. Unfortunately had to take the dress back.
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For Gardening!
No, I don't recommend this
I bought this in the sale for gardening! As a dress for social occasions, I give it 3 stars as the style is not very flattering - too bulky and shapeless, But for gardening in hot weather it's great! Cool linen, baggy and plenty of cover in the hot sun from the sleeves and collar. At sale price, just what I was looking for!
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useful linen shirt dress
Yes, I recommend this
I would have given this dress full marks but for the fact that it has one unnecessary snag. The narrow belt inserted in the draw cord casing (for adjustment) has been stitched through the fabric of the casing and the dress so that the belt could not be removed or slip out. This small stitching securing it is unnecessary and should not be used (too difficult to unpick). I ordered size 8, a size down following reviews, and found it a good fit but it arrived damaged. When I tried to tighten the belt and adjust the gathering, one half of the belt came out with a torn end. The other half of the belt could not be removed as the stitching held fast. Size 10 was too big and had to be returned. As there was no stock remaining I kept the size 8 even though I may end up simply cutting off the remaining half of the belt, and wearing the dress loose. Notwithstanding the linen is of good quality, lightweight, the dress is well made and finished, navy a good colour, and can be worn unbuttoned over a T-shirt or top, as well as on its own. The length is just right either way and it looks good over trousers or skirt. A very useful addition for a summer wardrobe. It has not been washed yet.
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fab but disappointed
Yes, I recommend this
i loved this dress. the fabric was good the style was good it fitted nice and loose and cool. loved the colour only problem was where the pull through belt was it was still but me 50 times or more leaving only a 4 inch piece of material to tie it so it was incredibly lopsided and consequently it couldnot be pulled in evenly and no more in my size.
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Not impressed with fabric
No, I don't recommend this
I wasn’t impressed with the quality of the fabric. If you have large breasts this is not the style for you, or me !
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Loved the colour- not the fit
Originally posted on marksandspencer.ie
No, I don't recommend this
Not sure who this would look good on-tall young people, perhaps. Had high hopes as loved the linen, loved the copper colour, but looked like a shapeless sack on me- never mind the drawstring.
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Very Flattering
Yes, I recommend this
The dress is roomy and I suggest you buy one size down from your true size. I’m a size 12 and the size 8 and 10 both fit me. The size 8 was form fitting and the size 10 was perfect. The dress covers my body and is not tight. It’s very flattering and I know if I eat too much whilst wearing the garment I won’t feel self-conscious of a bulging stomach!!!! It’s a great dress for the hot weather and for those who want to cover up. I bought the dress on sale so I paid just under twenty-five pounds, which is a very good price for a linen dress. You can’t expect quality clothing for next to nothing.
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Great linen but the fit is a miss
Yes, I recommend this
Like so many M&S clothes, great looking on a hanger garments, so was this dress. It is such a shame again, because the style of this dress is great, the linen fabric is lovely and soft, but...this dress is very short-waisted. The belt on me comes right under the bra wire. This creates a bigger figure and one can look as pregnant. M&S has some great garments that are often ruined by a one simple, small detail or a poor fit, which is a shame and quite frustrating.
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Gorgeous fit, do feminine
Yes, I recommend this
Light weight linen dress. Drawstring high waisted under breast so skims lumps and bumps. The pocket detail adds to the feminine design. Highly recommend.
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Lovely Linen
Yes, I recommend this
Excellent quality and fit would certainly recommend it.
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Great dress!
Yes, I recommend this
I really loved this dress but as I am rather short and have a large chest so the effect was matronly, I had to return. I did think the fabric, style and cost were really good and would suggest it’s definitely worth a try. Very on trend.
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Lovely Dress
Yes, I recommend this
Smart or casual this dress is really versatile. I'm usually a generous 10 or standard 12 but as other reviewers have pointed out this is a very loose style so I eventually ended up ordering an 8. Again as mentioned in other reviews it is fairly high waisted which is ideal for me at just under 5'3. Quality and colour just right. Would like to see this dress in a greater range of colours. Very happy with my purchase. Would definitely recommend but order a size down.
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Lovely style, too big on chest
No, I don't recommend this
Bought a size 10 (i’m usually a 10/12), lovely fit everywhere apart from around the chest, too much material which also made the underarms look funny. Unfortunately I had to return it.
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Love this dress!
Yes, I recommend this
This dress is classy and sexy. When it first arrived prior to trying it on I thought it looked hideous. However, once the waist is adjusted the dress takes on shape and it looks fabulous. I can’t wait to wear it, I hope the sun will shine soon.
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Lovely comfortable dress
Yes, I recommend this
I’m petite and quite curvy (size 14-16, I got the 14) so I found that dress fit me quite well, and is very forgiving. The fabric is soft and comfortable and breathes well. I got it in both colours.
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Like this style.
Yes, I recommend this
I like the style of this dress and that it is linen, the navy colour, The revers and sleeves are just right, I like the buttons. Go well. I would have liked it just an inch or two longer, as it comes to halfway down knee. Knees and elbows need a bit of coverage, but will pass, with a bit of a tan! I'm 5' 4"but it looks nice with trainers or with a heel. Ordered usual size 8 and it fits very well. When you unpack it looks very wide but once on and you use the drawstring it fits nicely round waist. I would advise when pulling the drawstring that you adjust the back first as if you pull it just at the front you get at a bunched up uneven look at the side as in side picture on model. Once adjusted it looks nice. I can see that unlike a shirred waist if like other reviewer you are long waisted it might be a bit high. I like the pockets, they don't hang down. I like that it is a straight hem and not curved. I'd like to see this in hunter green and black and a nice chambray, with a choice of an extra couple of inches. 20%. Nice go to dress.
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A short waisted dress
No, I don't recommend this
I am short waisted, however this dress was too short waisted for me as my chest lifted the waist even higher. Could be ok if you are short waisted and small around the chest. I liked the style and colour online but the tan colour on me, reminded me of "Mrs Overall". Apart from that - it is generous in width, but I have returned mine.
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