If you’re in the mood to treat yourself now that payday has finally arrived, this stylish River Island buy is what I’d recommend adding to your basket this month
Payday is finally here after what feels like one of the longest months, and if you’re anything like me, you’ve mentally spent half your paycheck already. However, this year I’m all about shopping more consciously and not over-purchasing products I’ll only wear or use once, and so I’m limiting myself to just one treat (maybe two) per month.
Part of my job involves scrolling through new-in sections, so I’m pretty clued up on what’s around this month, and one dress in particular was my standout for May’s payday.
The dress in question is River Island’s Blue Atlas Printed Maxi dress, priced at £56. A few other items did catch my eye, including Topshop’s poplin pull-on wide-leg trousers in green stripe, £40, Abercrombie & Fitch’s Scarlett Mid Rise Sequin Mini Skort, £65, and Phlur’s new Beach Skin Body Mist, £25. However, the maxi dress came out on top this month.
River Island has collaborated with Atlas, founded by contemporary artist Adrianne Dimitrakakis, and the collection is literally my dream summer holiday wardrobe in one range. As soon as I spotted the printed maxi dress, I knew it would be the perfect payday splurge.
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The whole collaboration is about capturing the fun and essence of travel through playful prints and vibrant colours. And that’s exactly what this maxi dress does. If you’re into joyful and dopamine dressing, this is the perfect summer wardrobe addition.
With a flattering square neckline, sleeveless cut, and playful print, this maxi totally nails that relaxed-but-stylish vibe that I look to channel when I’m on holiday.
The cotton-linen blend is ideal for the summer months. Both fabrics are known for their breathability and natural moisture-wicking properties, meaning this dress will keep you cool, airy, and dry.
Of course, the bold sun and palm tree-print design is the biggest appeal of this dress. Simply chuck on a pair of toe-ring sandals and some oversized sunnies for a beach-to-alfresco dinner outfit.
If you have little ones, the dress will also be available to shop in girls’ sizes for £36. This is currently not in stock but will be coming soon.