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The new-in H&M dresses our fashion editors are loving right now
By Naomi May &Lauren Cunningham
3 years ago
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From audacious animal print to sexy sequins, there’s a lot going on at H&M right now, and these are the 11 dresses topping our wishlists.
From zingy zebra print to bold block colours, dresses in all of their guises really are style all-rounders. And among the abundance available on the great British high street, H&M arguably makes some of the most versatile and show-stopping options, and at a price point that won’t frighten your bank balance.
The Swedish stalwart’s latest crop is proof that there really is a dress for every occasion, especially as we walk the tightrope that is the summer-to-autumn switch, with blasts of sunshine interspersed with thunderstorms becoming the new norm.
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So, looking for something that pairs just as well with wellies as it does flip-flops, umbrellas as it does sunhats, we’ve set ourselves quite the challenge to find the trick for transeasonal dressing. And, in our humble opinion, we have aced it thanks to the help of the high street giant.
From a floaty floral frock to a fiery-red shirt dress and even a boardroom-bossing blazer option thrown in for good measure, the range is really quite vast with over one hundred new-in dresses in midi, maxi and mini length, and a good helping of our new favourite midaxi styles too.
Luckily for you, we’ve done the scrolling for you, weeding out the wheat from the chaff for our Stylist-approved select. And if you don’t find at least one frock to take home, we’ll eat our rain-sodden sunhats in shock.
H&M tie-belt dress
In a monotone snake print that’s not all too common in the animal artwork world, this tie-belt dress gives a classic cut a new daring twist. Pair with black boots as pictured for cooler days or whip out the Havaianas for when it’s suddenly scorching.
H&M short shirt dress
Subtly sexy with the shirt-style design, this orangey-red number is just perfect for date night, dinner with friends or a bottomless brunch or two. With a zip-up front, it’s incredibly easy to slip into (and out of), while the collar and cuffs give it that formal edge.
H&M+ long chiffon dress
In a classic leopard print, this dress wouldn’t look out of place on the beach or in the middle of Oxford Street, depending on how you styled it. Whip out the black or brown knee-high boots for cooler seasons and slip into the sliders as pictured for when the sun graces us with its presence once more.
H&M silk-blend dress
Yes, it’s a price hike from the usual H&M bargain buys, but this dress is part of the premium collection. Made from a viscose-and-silk blend, its daring design is what first caught our eye. Clashing checks of different colours and sizes, it nails the mixed-print dress trend perfectly.
H&M voluminous wrap dress
Bold in blue, this wrap-over midaxi dress demands attention. With a deep V-neck and subtle sheen, it can take you straight through from day to night no matter the occasion and needs minimal styling to really make a statement.
H&M double-breasted blazer dress
Blazer dresses get a mixed response depending on whether you’re team love or hate. Taking the trend back to its old-school roots, teaming twill with checks, it gives a great touch of tailoring to those who love the formal frock.
H&M tie-belt balloon-sleeved dress
A floral frock with a tropical touch, this red dress is just asking to be taken on holiday. With a tie-waist belt, covered buttons down the front and a gathered seam on the skirt for added volume, it’s giving some serious shape too.
H&M satin wrapover shirt dress
In a popular cut that’s now available in four different colourways, we had to stay on the wild side with this zebra print pick. In satin with a slight sheen, it works for any occasion, and the wrap closure gives an added element of wow.
H&M+ knitted dress
Looking a little bit similar to the celebrity-loved green knit dress that did the rounds last summer, this nice knit is a great year-round staple. Simple in shape yet daring in design, it’s effortlessly cool with a figure-hugging fit.
H&M patterned shirt dress
Another floral number, this time in a ditsy print, this shirt dress is seriously stylish. With a gathered hem for added width, it’s sure to swish as you sway for that feminine floaty feel.
H&M V-neck sequinned dress
In need of a party look? This may be just the ticket. Looking effortlessly cool when paired with the cowboy boots, the straight-cut dress has no frills but a whole lot of sequins.
Images: courtesy of H&M.
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