Wardrobe staples for everyone by fashion stylist Arabella Greenhill

There is always that one dress: the one you end up wearing all summer and wonder what you ever wore before. But finding The One isn’t easy.

My go-to source is & Other Stories, which has an amazing selection of feminine designs with a cooler edge. Just check out this statement dress from its Savoir collection – produced by the brand’s international design ateliers. Each limited collection is inspired by a different theme and this time it’s the classic floral.

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★ With statement styles such as this, keep accessories to a minimum. Let the frock be the star.

★ Found The One only it’s too long? Simply get the hem length altered to suit you. You want it to hang and hit just above the ankle so it retains its full skirt but flatters, showing the narrowest point.

★ When the sun goes in, add an oversized blazer or, for more layering ideas, see our edit on page 38.

★ This dress is made from cool lyocell – perfect for summer. However, it’s not easy to iron, so why not invest in a hand-held steamer? You can find a good selection at steamery.co.uk. 

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★ During winter store your favourite dress on a padded hanger, preferably in a garment bag, so it looks brand new again for next summer.