and shirt dresses –we’re looking at you). One such timeless contender? The shirred dress. Defined by rows of elastic thread that gather the fabric while allowing it to stretch across the bust ...

I could also see the shirred dress being a great holiday staple ... transitioning into espadrille sandals and a raffia bag for a glam evening style. It comes in sizes 8-24, with regular, petite ...

Marks and Spencer's €40 Pure Cotton Shirred Midi Waisted Dress is flying off the shelves, with shoppers loving its slimming ...