Damson Madder’s leopard print midi dress is so flattering that I tracked it down after spotting it on someone in the street – it got me so many compliments and it’s now 50% off
If you’ve ever spotted an outfit ‘in the wild’ and thought to yourself “I have to have that” then welcome to the club. When I spotted someone wearing Damson Madder’s leopard print Persephone Midi Dress on the street in London, I was so taken by how flattering and effortlessly cool it was that I immediately had to track it down.
So imagine my joy when I discovered that not only was it still in stock, but it had a huge 50% discount, taking the price from £95 to £48. It went straight into my basket, and I’ve never been so happy with a purchase.
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I wore the Persephone Midi Dress the very next day for dinner and drinks with a friend, and I can’t remember the last time a dress got me so many compliments. From strangers to friends to people on Instagram, everyone raved about how flattering, unusual and fun the dress was, with its drop waist and bow details.
It has a fitted bodice with a square neckline and thin spaghetti straps that are fully adjustable, and a shirred back which gives you some movement whilst still keeping its fitted silhouette. Whilst I wasn’t sure if the drop waist would suit my body type – I’m petite at 5ft 4” and a curvy size 14 – I was pleasantly surprised by how much taller and proportionate it made me look.
I did size up from my usual size and I’m glad I did, as it kept the Persephone Midi Dress form-fitting but didn’t feel too restrictive and tight. The fabric has minimal stretch apart from the shirring and is made from a fairly structured material, so I felt a size up hung a little nicer and didn’t highlight any lumps and bumps.
You can pick up the Damson Madder dress in sizes six to 20, and currently only the size 8 is out of stock in the leopard print. If animal print isn’t your thing, you can also get it in a black and white gingham check, which has contrasting black bows on the hips and an even bigger discount, currently reduced to £38.
What I loved most about the Persephone Midi Dress is that it’s effortless enough to wear for both day and evening. A pair of ballet flats, sandals or even trainers make it laid back enough for brunch, picnics in the park or even sightseeing on holiday, whilst a simple swap to some kitten heels and a clutch would give it some drama for evenings out.
If you prefer a more minimalist silhouette, River Island’s Beige Long Sleeve Leopard Print Midi Dress is now £15 down from £32, and has a fitted design with long sleeves. Alternatively, New Look’s £44 Gini London Grey Animal Print Ruched Jersey Dress has a similar effortless look with a high neck and sleeveless shape.