Already planning your holiday fits or looking for a chic wedding guest dress? Well, aren't we all at this time of year? While finding the perfect occasion dress can feel somewhat overwhelming at the best of times, sometimes the timeless styles we tend to forget (guilty as charged) are actually the ones that steal the show, such as this stylish Polka Dot Maxi Waisted Dress from Marks and Spencer.
Already trending on social media, the M&S Polka Dot Maxi Waisted Dress, £79, was released in the brand's spring drop only last week. Giving polka dots a contemporary update, this easy-breezy maxi dress is designed with a flattering dropped waist and ruched bodice, offering an elegant silhouette - no matter your shape or size.
After spotting (pun intended) this stylish choice on many of my favourite fashion influencers, I knew this polka dot dress was different from any others we've seen before. Its romantic bardot neckline and oversized polka dot print instantly give this once retro, 50s-inspired pattern a refresh that now feels modern and trendy.
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Designed with an on-trend dropped waist and flattering ruched bodice, this Bardot dress shows us polka dots as we've never seen them before. Pair with red accessories for a twist on the timeless pattern.
While cow print has been considered the print to watch out for this season, polka dots have again proven themselves to be a mainstay in our summer wardrobes, particularly when it comes to occasion wear. Available in petite, regular, and tall, this M&S polka dot dress will become one of your hardest-working wardrobe staples and is so easy to dress up or down, depending on the event.
With a luxurious, feminine finish, this M&S polka dot dress is giving us the ultimate race day dress vibes, as well as wedding guest attire. For race day or a wedding, team with a black or white oversized hat or fascinator and black or white heels or ballet pumps, if that's your preference. Or, if you're feeling brave, channel Parisian chic with pops of red, such as a red bag and matching red shoes.
However, if you're planning on packing this polka-dot number in your suitcase this summer, pair it with your choice of flat sandals. If you prefer heels, a block heel sandal would look super stylish, too.
We also love the idea of this dress styled down with a pair of white trainers and an oversized blazer for those casual date nights where you want to wear a dress, but don't want to be overdressed.
Main image credit: @marksandspencer_emmas, @trishnagoklani, @klaudiacloud/Instagram
Christina Geggus is a Commercial Content Writer at Closer. She covers fashion, beauty, homes and anything trending. When not writing, she can be found at her favourite Blaze gym class or on long walks with her loved ones with an overpriced coffee.