Marks and Spencer’s new £40 dress hailed by shoppers as ‘one of the prettiest ever’

As the weather gets warmer, we’re on the lookout for the latest summer must-haves to hit the high street, and this chic new arrival from Marks & Spencer is already turning heads. Called “understated elegance”, with buyers remarking that it is “one of the most beautiful dresses I’ve ever bought”, its popularity will only grow.

Crafted from 100% pure cotton, M&S’ round neck midi dress is the ideal choice for summer. Thanks to the lightweight and breathable fabric, it’s sure to keep you cool on warmer days. At just £40, this dress has won awards for its ‘flattering style’ and impressive fit.

Priced at £39.50, this sleeveless cream midi dress features a wrap style front with ties at the back. The clever design creates a flattering drape on the body, especially useful for those who want to subtly cover their midsection.

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The comfort factor was celebrated by many, earning the dress an outstanding rating of 4.6 out of five stars on the M&S digital platform. The dress is available in wonder, regular and long lengths for sizes 6-24, subject to availability.

Shoppers didn’t hold back in their praise, with one customer proclaiming it to be: “One of the most beautiful dresses I’ve ever bought!” They added: “Great fit, great quality! Just perfect!” Meanwhile, another wrote: “Such a flattering style and great quality for the price.

“I love this dress. I’m 5ft 9 and tall. Perfect length. Very soft cotton,” said a third, while a fourth commented: “Bought to wear in the evening on holiday and afterwards for .The fit is pretty snug, so I bought a size smaller than I would normally wear.”

However, not everyone was thrilled with the dress, with one customer leaving a two-star review, writing: “The material is lovely, 100% cotton and firm enough to hold its shape without being too clingy. However, it looked like if I jumped out of an Ancient Greek or Roman history book, it would have to come back, I’m afraid.

However, most shoppers consider the ‘elegant’ dress to be a ‘good value’ choice which is ‘suitable for all ages’. And for those who are not fond of the cream color, it is also available in black, the Mirror reports.

If you’re looking for an alternative, try the Little Mistress Midaxi Women’s Beige Plaid Casual Dress, £45.34 on Amazon. It’s a versatile option that offers different styling options, including wearing it back to front and with tie details that can be fastened in different ways for multiple looks.

For fans of the more traditional wrap dress style, we recommend Nobody’s Child’s Louisa Wrap Midi Striped Midi Dress at £79.