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S&B jury, I present the perfect summer dress

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Iatemyskinnyperson · 16/06/2014 18:26

Or a really good one anyway.
shirt dress from h&m
It's modal, feels really cool & comfy. Looks kinda preppy/boho. Has pockets!!

I bought it 3 days ago, have gotten loads of compliments & feel very comfy yet stylish.

Caveat #1 I have yet to launder it
Caveat #2 I do prefer my shoulders/upper arms covered, others may feel differently!

I paid �30, so I presume £25 or so...

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Iatemyskinnyperson · 16/06/2014 18:28

Sorry, not modal. It's lyocell! Whatever that is. Feels like a thicker washed silk fabric. Soft & breathable

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dexter73 · 16/06/2014 19:08

That's lovely. I might sneak into H&M on the way to my chiropodist appointment tomorrow!

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ThisBitchIsResting · 16/06/2014 19:22

That is lovely! Is it available to buy on the website? It only has a 'share' link Confused

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Pagwatch · 16/06/2014 19:24

Too short for me.
Lovely though.

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MerdeAlor · 16/06/2014 19:24

I love it. I'm going to buy one for Glastonbury Grin thanks

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Northumberlandlass · 16/06/2014 19:26

Lovely. I'm 6ft tall though....maybe I could wear it as a tunic?

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ouryve · 16/06/2014 19:27

Tencel is really lovely to wear (unlike modal!) I did used to have a dress that sort of style when I was much, much younger and skinner. I'd look like an unmade bed in one, now.

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Charitygirl1 · 16/06/2014 19:29

Lyocell is such a great fabric - I have a pair of jeans which are mostly tencel (same diff) and they're just so comfy.

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Arriettyborrower · 16/06/2014 19:30

I have it! Bought it Friday, love love love it.

Super flattering, cannot imagine who it would be unflattering on. If only it was in different colours...

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Arriettyborrower · 16/06/2014 19:30

Oh and yes £24:99

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LadyintheRadiator · 16/06/2014 19:31

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Arriettyborrower · 16/06/2014 19:32

northumberlandlass surely that model must be nearing 6 foot? It's just under knee length on me - 5 foot 3....

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noddyholder · 16/06/2014 19:33

I would look like prisoner cell block h in that but its lovely!

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MozzchopsThirty · 16/06/2014 19:34

I love this, will make my way to H&M soon

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Onesleeptillwembley · 16/06/2014 19:36

It's a bit 'prisoner; cell block H'. Don't like it at all.

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Onesleeptillwembley · 16/06/2014 19:37

Great minds, Noddy. Grin

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JuanPotatoTwo · 16/06/2014 19:37

It is lovely but looks more like a shirt than a dress

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Littleturkish · 16/06/2014 19:37

Sleeves = spring, but like the idea.

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Best1sWest · 16/06/2014 19:39

That would be a shirt on me.

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Naicecuppatea · 16/06/2014 19:46

Love it, but can't seem to get hold of it online Envy

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Iatemyskinnyperson · 16/06/2014 19:52

I'm 5'4" and it's maybe1.5/2" above my knee. Pretty decent on me without being matronly!

Northumberland there is a tie waist on it. I'd be worried it might hit you too high? If not it would be nice with cropped leggings or jeggings (or treggings Wink)

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ZenNudist · 16/06/2014 19:53

Clicked on this as Breastfeeding access is important in my current clothes choices. Can't see it flattering me. I hate anything with an elastic nip at the waist. I'm lacking in waist and short bodied so would make me look like a sack of spuds Hmm.

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Iatemyskinnyperson · 16/06/2014 20:06

It's not elastic, it's draw-string.

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Northumberlandlass · 16/06/2014 20:10

Thanks! Arrietty, had a trip to H&M planned in my lunch hour tomorrow..will see if I can find it & try it on.

Yes, the belt may become an empire line, I'll wait & see.Smile

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LizzieMint · 16/06/2014 20:12

There's a very similar dress in Sainsburys at the moment - khaki coloured, slightly longer I think and with a tie waist rather than elasticated.
I bought 2 lovely summer dresses there today, was very impressed!

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