Shoppers love 'elegant' summer dress that 'skims over bumpy bits'
FatFace's Iris Linen-Blend Dress is the ideal summer frock for those who want to look stylish but feel cool and comfortable at the same time
When it comes to summer dressing, ease and elegance are the ultimate goals. We want to stay cool in the heat, but still look on trend, and I've found the perfect summer dress for under £70 that ticks all of those boxes.
The Iris Light Blue Denim Dress from FatFace is one that strikes the ultimate balance between style and comfort this summer. Priced at £69, this linen-blend midi dress is quickly becoming a staple for fashion fans, who said it 'skims over bumpy bits' and gets them 'lots of compliments.'
Crafted in a soft, lightweight linen - one of the most popular fabrics for beating summer heat - the Iris dress boasts a round neckline and sleeveless design, helping avoid pesky sweat patches. The flowy silhouette skims the figure, making it flattering without clinging, which wearers have said 'looks elegant'.
The dress has earned nothing but praise since it launched a couple of weeks ago. One shopper said: 'I love this dress, it skims over bumpy bits, looks elegant, and a lovely lightweight and practical dress.'
The midi length and unfussy cut make this dress ideal for multiple occasions. Whether you're enjoying lunch al fresco, packing for a coastal getaway or attending a chic wedding, it works for a range of events. Many customers have described it as 'lovely' writing: 'Lovely summer dress, fits and hangs well,' 'Lovely dress and had lots of compliments. Nice quality,' and 'Lovely comfortable summer dress.'
It seems to be a rather popular style of dress, with a couple of similar designs on the high street right now. The High-Neck Linen-Blend Maxi Dress from Abercrombie and Fitch is perhaps the closest match we found. It's on sale from £82 down to £38.99, is made from linen and cotton and has a 'body-skimming silhouette'.
At Roman, there's a boxier, slightly looser alternative in the Light Blue Satin A-Line Midi Dress, which is £20, down from £36. While it doesn't have any reviews, some shoppers have shared the reason they purchased it, with one commenting: 'It looks cool for hot summer days and evenings.'
As for the FatFace dress there are a couple of downsides worth noting. Currently, it is not offered in a tall fit - only regular and short - which may be a drawback for taller shoppers. Additionally, it's available in just one colour, but we imagine many would love to see it expanded into more shades.
That said, the Iris Light Blue Denim Dress is still a standout wardrobe hero for summer and I expect it'll be a sellout before the next heatwave. For those struggling to find their size in stock, the dress is also available at Next.
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