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Shift Dress and Jacket Outfits

Buying a classic shift dress and matching jacket will always be a timeless investment. Its vintage appeal will serve well on many occasions from formal events, weddings and garden parties to a fun day at the races. Whatever the occasion a simple shift dress can speak volumes with its classic appeal and chic tailoring. When it comes to special event dressing classic shift dresses offer understated elegance.


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Shift Dresses & Jacquard Occasionwear

HOBBS Silk Floral Knee Length Shift Dress White Mix
HOBBS Silk Floral Knee Length Shift Dress White Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£349.00

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Womens Me And Em Button-Front Shift Tweed Maxi Dress
Womens Me And Em Button-Front Shift Tweed Maxi Dress
Selfridges

£325.00

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Bottega Veneta Women's Preloved Belted Shift Dress in Black Viscose
Bottega Veneta Women's Preloved Belted Shift Dress in Black Viscose
Coast UK & IE

£242.00

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Acne Studios Women's Preloved Crewneck Knee-Length Shift Dress in Orange Viscose
Acne Studios Women's Preloved Crewneck Knee-Length Shift Dress in Orange Viscose
Coast UK & IE

£224.00

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Jigsaw Floral Cowl Neck Midi Shift Dress Multi
Jigsaw Floral Cowl Neck Midi Shift Dress Multi
Marks and Spencer UK

£199.00

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Gina Bacconi Elise Belted Shift Dress - Blue
Gina Bacconi Elise Belted Shift Dress - Blue
Frasers

£199.00

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Gina Bacconi Theresa Beaded Bolero Jacket Shift Dress - Blue
Gina Bacconi Theresa Beaded Bolero Jacket Shift Dress - Blue
Frasers

was: £280.00

£196.00

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Gina Bacconi Pippa Beaded Jacket Crepe Shift Dress - Pink
Gina Bacconi Pippa Beaded Jacket Crepe Shift Dress - Pink
Frasers

was: £280.00

£196.00

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Gina Bacconi Pippa Beaded Jacket Crepe Shift Dress - Blue
Gina Bacconi Pippa Beaded Jacket Crepe Shift Dress - Blue
Frasers

was: £280.00

£196.00

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Gina Bacconi Pippa Beaded Jacket Crepe Shift Dress - Pink
Gina Bacconi Pippa Beaded Jacket Crepe Shift Dress - Pink
Frasers

was: £280.00

£196.00

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Gina Bacconi Lily Jacquard Shift Dress And Bolero - Pink
Gina Bacconi Lily Jacquard Shift Dress And Bolero - Pink
Frasers

was: £380.00

£190.00

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Phase Eight Lace Belted Midi Shift Dress Pale Blue
Phase Eight Lace Belted Midi Shift Dress Pale Blue
Marks and Spencer UK

£189.00

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Velvet by Graham and Spencer Women's Shift Dress - Black
Velvet by Graham and Spencer Women's Shift Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £370.00

£185.00

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Boden Women's Linen Shift Dress in Blue
Boden Women's Linen Shift Dress in Blue
Boden

£179.00

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Monsoon Women's Paola Bow Diamante Shift Wedding Dress Ivory
Monsoon Women's Paola Bow Diamante Shift Wedding Dress Ivory
Coast UK & IE

was: £350.00

£175.00

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HOBBS Pleated Knee Length Shift Dress Brown
HOBBS Pleated Knee Length Shift Dress Brown
Marks and Spencer UK

£169.00

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Whistles Crackle Print Twist Front Midi Shift Dress Navy Mix
Whistles Crackle Print Twist Front Midi Shift Dress Navy Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£169.00

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Boden Women's Linen Shift Dress in Pink
Boden Women's Linen Shift Dress in Pink
Boden

£169.00

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Boden Women's Flared Sleeve Shift Dress in Green
Boden Women's Flared Sleeve Shift Dress in Green
Boden

£169.00

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Gina Bacconi Kayla Sequin Lace Shift Dress - Beige
Gina Bacconi Kayla Sequin Lace Shift Dress - Beige
Frasers

was: £240.00

£168.00

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Velvet by Graham and Spencer Women's Geo Shift Dress - Orange
Velvet by Graham and Spencer Women's Geo Shift Dress - Orange
Frasers

was: £330.00

£165.00

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HOBBS Cotton Rich Floral Knee Length Shift Dress Blue Mix
HOBBS Cotton Rich Floral Knee Length Shift Dress Blue Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£159.00

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Boden Women's Eda Check Shift Dress in Red
Boden Women's Eda Check Shift Dress in Red
Boden

£159.00

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Jil Sander Women's Preloved Gathered Shift Dress in Green Polyester
Jil Sander Women's Preloved Gathered Shift Dress in Green Polyester
Coast UK & IE

£159.00

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Velvet by Graham and Spencer Women's Shift Dress - Green
Velvet by Graham and Spencer Women's Shift Dress - Green
Frasers

was: £305.00

£155.00

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GANT Pure Linen Knee Length Shift Dress Black
GANT Pure Linen Knee Length Shift Dress Black
Marks and Spencer UK

£150.00

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GANT Pure Linen Knee Length Shift Dress White
GANT Pure Linen Knee Length Shift Dress White
Marks and Spencer UK

£150.00

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Gina Bacconi Maxine Embroidered Shift Dress - Black
Gina Bacconi Maxine Embroidered Shift Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £299.00

£150.00

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Gina Bacconi Women's Rita Tiered Party Shift Dress - Blue
Gina Bacconi Women's Rita Tiered Party Shift Dress - Blue
Frasers

was: £250.00

£150.00

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HOBBS Chiffon Floral Tie Waist Shift Dress Blue Mix
HOBBS Chiffon Floral Tie Waist Shift Dress Blue Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£149.00

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HOBBS Crew Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Navy
HOBBS Crew Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Navy
Marks and Spencer UK

£139.00

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HOBBS Wide Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Black
HOBBS Wide Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Black
Marks and Spencer UK

£139.00

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Boden Women's Eda Cotton Shift Dress in Purple
Boden Women's Eda Cotton Shift Dress in Purple
Boden

£139.00

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Boden Women's Metallic Leopard Shift Dress
Boden Women's Metallic Leopard Shift Dress
Boden

£139.00

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Boden Women's Classic Shift Dress in Pink
Boden Women's Classic Shift Dress in Pink
Boden

£139.00

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Elliatt Rose Shift Dress
Elliatt Rose Shift Dress
very.co.uk

was: £230.00

£138.00

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JAEGER Jellyfish Print V-Neck Maxi Shift Dress Pink Mix
JAEGER Jellyfish Print V-Neck Maxi Shift Dress Pink Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£135.00

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Gina Bacconi Women's Merna Crepe Shift Dress - Blue
Gina Bacconi Women's Merna Crepe Shift Dress - Blue
Frasers

was: £190.00

£133.00

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Gina Bacconi Magda Printed Shift Dress With Trim - Blue
Gina Bacconi Magda Printed Shift Dress With Trim - Blue
Frasers

was: £190.00

£133.00

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Gina Bacconi Women's Merna Crepe Shift Dress - Silver
Gina Bacconi Women's Merna Crepe Shift Dress - Silver
Frasers

was: £190.00

£133.00

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Monsoon Dahlia Shift Dress
Monsoon Dahlia Shift Dress
very.co.uk

£130.00

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Gina Bacconi Madeline Floral Shift Dress - Black
Gina Bacconi Madeline Floral Shift Dress - Black
Frasers

£130.00

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Boden Women's Evita Cotton Shift Dress in Green
Boden Women's Evita Cotton Shift Dress in Green
Boden

£129.00

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Boden Women's Zia Pocket Shift Dress in Blue
Boden Women's Zia Pocket Shift Dress in Blue
Boden

£129.00

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Coast Women's Muse Embroidered Mesh Shift Dress in Pink
Coast Women's Muse Embroidered Mesh Shift Dress in Pink
Coast UK & IE

£129.00

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Monsoon Lace Square Neck Midi Shift Dress Navy Mix
Monsoon Lace Square Neck Midi Shift Dress Navy Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

was: £160.00

£128.00

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JAEGER Linen Blend V-Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Dark Green
JAEGER Linen Blend V-Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Dark Green
Marks and Spencer UK

£125.00

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JAEGER Jersey Short Sleeve Midi Shift Dress Black
JAEGER Jersey Short Sleeve Midi Shift Dress Black
Marks and Spencer UK

£125.00

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Gina Bacconi Women's Zenna Beaded Shoulder Chiffon Shift Dress - Blue
Gina Bacconi Women's Zenna Beaded Shoulder Chiffon Shift Dress - Blue
Frasers

was: £250.00

£125.00

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Gina Bacconi Women's Zenna Beaded Shoulder Chiffon Shift Dress - Blue
Gina Bacconi Women's Zenna Beaded Shoulder Chiffon Shift Dress - Blue
Frasers

was: £250.00

£125.00

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Albaray Pure Linen V-Neck Midaxi Shift Dress Red
Albaray Pure Linen V-Neck Midaxi Shift Dress Red
Marks and Spencer UK

£120.00

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Gina Bacconi Angelina Sequin Shift Dress - Black
Gina Bacconi Angelina Sequin Shift Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £240.00

£120.00

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HOBBS Printed V-Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Blue Mix
HOBBS Printed V-Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Blue Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£119.00

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Boden Women's Bria Ponte Shift Dress in Blue
Boden Women's Bria Ponte Shift Dress in Blue
Boden

£119.00

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Coast Women's Sequin Boucle Shift Dress With Bows in Blush
Coast Women's Sequin Boucle Shift Dress With Bows in Blush
Coast UK & IE

£119.00

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Victoria Beckham Women's Preloved Sleeveless Shift Dress in Pink Wool
Victoria Beckham Women's Preloved Sleeveless Shift Dress in Pink Wool
Coast UK & IE

£118.00

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Gina Bacconi Claire Embroidered Shift Evening Dress - Beige
Gina Bacconi Claire Embroidered Shift Evening Dress - Beige
Frasers

was: £230.00

£115.00

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Mint Velvet Bead Detail Linen Shift Dress
Mint Velvet Bead Detail Linen Shift Dress
very.co.uk

was: £140.00

£112.00

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Mint Velvet Bead Detail Linen Shift Dress
Mint Velvet Bead Detail Linen Shift Dress
very.co.uk

was: £140.00

£112.00

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Gina Bacconi Women's Everlee Lace Shift Dress - Blue
Gina Bacconi Women's Everlee Lace Shift Dress - Blue
Frasers

was: £160.00

£112.00

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Gina Bacconi MARJORIE Floral Shift Dress - Black
Gina Bacconi MARJORIE Floral Shift Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £160.00

£112.00

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Karl Lagerfeld Women's Shift Dress - Pink
Karl Lagerfeld Women's Shift Dress - Pink
Frasers

£109.00

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Coast Women's Sequin Boucle Shift Dress With Bows in Ivory
Coast Women's Sequin Boucle Shift Dress With Bows in Ivory
Coast UK & IE

was: £119.00

£107.10

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Barbour Women's Shift Dress - Green
Barbour Women's Shift Dress - Green
Frasers

was: £149.00

£105.00

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Boss Women's Dajoana Gsu Shift Dress - Black
Boss Women's Dajoana Gsu Shift Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £340.00

£105.00

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Diane Von Furstenberg Women's Preloved Joyce Pleated Shift Dress In Floral Print Silk
Diane Von Furstenberg Women's Preloved Joyce Pleated Shift Dress In Floral Print Silk
Coast UK & IE

£101.00

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HUSH Printed Scoop Neck Midi Shift Dress Green Mix
HUSH Printed Scoop Neck Midi Shift Dress Green Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£100.00

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Kite Women's Hengistbury Woven Shift Dress Azalea Stripe in Pink
Kite Women's Hengistbury Woven Shift Dress Azalea Stripe in Pink
Coast UK & IE

£100.00

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JAEGER Pure Linen Dash Print Shift Dress Green Mix
JAEGER Pure Linen Dash Print Shift Dress Green Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£99.00

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JAEGER Pure Linen Printed Knee Length Shift Dress Blue Mix
JAEGER Pure Linen Printed Knee Length Shift Dress Blue Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£99.00

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Live Unlimited London Cotton Blend Paisley Maxi Shift Dress Black
Live Unlimited London Cotton Blend Paisley Maxi Shift Dress Black
Marks and Spencer UK

£99.00

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JAEGER Cotton Blend V-Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Yellow
JAEGER Cotton Blend V-Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Yellow
Marks and Spencer UK

£99.00

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Boden Women's Lavinia Button Shift Dress in Green
Boden Women's Lavinia Button Shift Dress in Green
Boden

£99.00

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Boss Women's Dezona Tailored Shift Dress - Black
Boss Women's Dezona Tailored Shift Dress - Black
Frasers

was: £319.00

£98.00

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Lanvin Women's Preloved Bow-Detail Belted Shift Dress in Green Cotton
Lanvin Women's Preloved Bow-Detail Belted Shift Dress in Green Cotton
Coast UK & IE

£96.00

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Gina Bacconi Women's Wanda Printed Shift Dress - Green
Gina Bacconi Women's Wanda Printed Shift Dress - Green
Frasers

was: £240.00

£96.00

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SOSANDAR Sparkly Round Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Black Mix
SOSANDAR Sparkly Round Neck Knee Length Shift Dress Black Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£95.00

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White Stuff Pure Cotton Printed Midaxi Shift Dress Pink Mix
White Stuff Pure Cotton Printed Midaxi Shift Dress Pink Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£95.00

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BOSS Dembrolai Embroidered Shift Dress
BOSS Dembrolai Embroidered Shift Dress
very.co.uk

was: £230.00

£92.00

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Velvet by Graham and Spencer Women's Shift Dress - Beige
Velvet by Graham and Spencer Women's Shift Dress - Beige
Frasers

was: £455.00

£92.00

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JAEGER Crepe Pleated Knee Length Shift Dress Black
JAEGER Crepe Pleated Knee Length Shift Dress Black
Marks and Spencer UK

£89.00

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Dress and Matching Jacket Outfits

Ribbon Mesh Midi Dress
Ribbon Mesh Midi Dress
Roman

£85.00

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Jaquard Bow Front Shift Dress
Jaquard Bow Front Shift Dress
Roman

£40.00

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Boden Women's A-Line Trim Short Dress in White
Boden Women's A-Line Trim Short Dress in White
Boden

£139.00

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Floral Cape Detail Stretch Shift Dress
Floral Cape Detail Stretch Shift Dress
Roman

was: £58.00

£38.00

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Colour Block Braided Waist Dress
Colour Block Braided Waist Dress
Roman

£60.00

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Navy/White Silk Floral Devoree Dress
Navy/White Silk Floral Devoree Dress
Chesca

£325.00

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HOBBS Floral Tie Waist Midi Waisted Dress Red Mix
HOBBS Floral Tie Waist Midi Waisted Dress Red Mix
Marks and Spencer UK

£189.00

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Polka Dot Mesh Godet Midi Dress
Polka Dot Mesh Godet Midi Dress
Roman

was: £60.00

£42.00

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Floral Print Dress & Shrug
Floral Print Dress & Shrug
Roman

£60.00

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Aqua Cornelli Emb. Lace Dress
Aqua Cornelli Emb. Lace Dress
Chesca

£255.00

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Floral Gathered Shift Dress
Floral Gathered Shift Dress
Roman

£42.00

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Phase Eight Lace Belted Midi Shift Dress Pale Blue
Phase Eight Lace Belted Midi Shift Dress Pale Blue
Marks and Spencer UK

£189.00

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Coast Women's Floral Embellished Cape Midi Dress in Blush
Coast Women's Floral Embellished Cape Midi Dress in Blush
Coast UK & IE

£179.00

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Boucle Check Shift Dress
Boucle Check Shift Dress
Roman

was: £60.00

£42.00

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Boucle Check Dress & Jacket Set
Boucle Check Dress & Jacket Set
Roman

£100.00

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Cobalt Bias Cut Chiffon Dress
Cobalt Bias Cut Chiffon Dress
Chesca

£155.00

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V-Neck Chiffon Pleated Dress
V-Neck Chiffon Pleated Dress
Roman

was: £80.00

£56.00

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Coast Women's Cape Sleeve Maxi Dress in Teal
Coast Women's Cape Sleeve Maxi Dress in Teal
Coast UK & IE

was: £149.00

£119.20

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Coast Women's Ruffle Chiffon Cape Crepe Maxi Dress in Mint
Coast Women's Ruffle Chiffon Cape Crepe Maxi Dress in Mint
Coast UK & IE

was: £139.00

£125.10

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Leaf Print V-Neck Midi Dress
Leaf Print V-Neck Midi Dress
Roman

was: £80.00

£56.00

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Coast Women's Pleated Cape Sleeve Crepe Pencil Midi Dress in Berry
Coast Women's Pleated Cape Sleeve Crepe Pencil Midi Dress in Berry
Coast UK & IE

was: £119.00

£95.20

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Karen Millen Women's Placed Floral Crystal Embellished Tailored Drama Cape Maxi Dress in Pale Blue
Karen Millen Women's Placed Floral Crystal Embellished Tailored Drama Cape Maxi Dress in Pale Blue
Coast UK & IE

was: £499.00

£150.00

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Coast Women's Cape Sleeve Maxi Dress in Lilac
Coast Women's Cape Sleeve Maxi Dress in Lilac
Coast UK & IE

was: £149.00

£119.20

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Coast Women's Cape Sleeve Maxi Dress in Pale Blue
Coast Women's Cape Sleeve Maxi Dress in Pale Blue
Coast UK & IE

was: £149.00

£119.20

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Floral Print Dress & Shrug
Floral Print Dress & Shrug
Roman

£60.00

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Floral Gathered Shift Dress
Floral Gathered Shift Dress
Roman

£40.00

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Floral Print Lace Stretch Dress
Floral Print Lace Stretch Dress
Roman

£40.00

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Champagne Rosé Crush Pleat Layered Dress
Champagne Rosé Crush Pleat Layered Dress
Chesca

£195.00

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Black Bias Cut Crepe Chiffon Dress
Black Bias Cut Crepe Chiffon Dress
Chesca

£155.00

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Cobalt/Emerald Royal Garden Split Sleeve Silk Dress with Chiffon V Neckline
Cobalt/Emerald Royal Garden Split Sleeve Silk Dress with Chiffon V Neckline
Chesca

£325.00

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Dresses and Matching Coats

Paired with a matching jacket or frock coat and you have the ultimate wedding ensemble. The simple structure speaks volumes in the style stakes. The figure-flattering design suits most shapes and is a popular choice for a Mother of the Bride outfit, Mother of the Groom and Grandmother of the Bride too.

Plus Size Shift Dresses

Plus size clothing at Chesca and Navabi includes body-defining shift dresses to suit all shapes. New-season designer dresses can be found from Betty Barclay, Apanage, Tahari, Gina Bacconi and Vera Mont. Softly textured pale pink crepe lace front dresses, cotton-rich, smooth firm stretch jersey styles too. Flattering finishes include princess seaming, wide boat and round necks plus clever waist panelling to streamline the silhouette.

Sleeveless Occasion Shift Dresses

Classic sleeveless shift dresses in vibrant florals and dainty prints are at the ready. Slip-on styles come in gorgeous stretch fabrics and fluid silk wool. Make an entrance in a poppy print dress in red, navy and ivory. Coordinate with a tailored jacket, heels and clutch for smart occasions.

Formal Day Dresses

Jacques Vert,  Gina Bacconi. Kaliko, Coast and Phase Eight collections include these and many more classic styles ideal for formal affairs. Designer brands at John Lewis, as well as luxury stores such as L.K. Bennett, Fenn Wright Manson and Hobbs, are also great for formal day dresses too.

The shift dress and jacket is a good combination for petite ladies, especially in a block colour. The one-colour theme cleverly adds height and flatters the petite frame. Stores such as Precis Petite, CC Fashion and Minuet Petite have a fabulous collection including a variety of prints, shimmer fabrics and two-piece outfits.