The shell-printed FatFace dress comes in burgundy and lime green colourways
FatFace has released a new range of summer clothing, suitable for heatwaves and sunny holidays abroad. One of the standout pieces is a mono-shell jersey maxi dress in burgundy or lime hues.
The fashion retailer describes its Ellie maxi dress (£65) as perfect for ‘garden parties, getaways, and everything in between’. The long dress has a shell print, a shirred waist, thick straps, and a delicate frilled-edge neckline.
The model sporting the burgundy dress pairs it with cream sandals, while the model in the lime colour opts for tan accessories. It’s available in sizes 6-24, and comes in two lengths – regular and petite; however, petite sizes are limited.
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Alternatively, New Look has released a petite, pink maxi (£29.99, sizes 4-16) with a bodice-flared fit, ruffled straps and ties at the back. The model wears the pink dress with a cream clutch bag and strapped heeled sandals.
Elsewhere, Roman is selling a floaty, floral maxi dress with cap sleeves for £48, which is a nice option for shoppers who prefer sleeves. Available in sizes 10-20, it is brightly multi-coloured, has a fit-and-flare silhouette, and features a thick ruched waistline.
FatFace’s summer maxi dress
£65
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The Ellie dress has a shell print, straps and a v-shaped neckline. Choose from lime or burgundy colour options.
Fashion fans have been praising FatFace’s Ellie maxi dress for its flattering fit, one shopper commenting: “Beautiful dress that is very flattering on an older figure! The fit skims past the tummy without accentuating anything, but also avoids the maternity dress look!
“Although I do think that it could be equally flattering during pregnancy. It is definitely maxi in length, right to my ankles (I am around 5’4″). The colour is slightly darker than it appears on the website, but it is delightful.”
An additional shopper described it as ‘lovely’ but reported problems with length and returned it. They added: “It just didn’t suit me. I ordered a regular length, but it touched the floor, so sadly it went back.”
Another buyer commented: “A really lovely dress, fits beautifully and looks really nice. I would highly recommend.”