21 New Season Dresses

The new season has landed in stores and we’ve clocked a selection of twenty stunning dresses that’ll inspire you to grab a cocktail, take command in the boardroom and circulate the dance floor with disco-happy moves (but perhaps not all at once ladies!). From Luella’s new It-dress to Matalan’s bargainous Park Avenue perfect number, it’s time to start penning that shopping list ladies…
The new season has landed in stores and we've clocked a selection of twenty one stunning dresses that'll inspire you to grab a cocktail, take command in the boardroom and circulate the dance floor with disco-happy moves (but perhaps not all at once ladies!). From Luella's new It-dress to Matalan's bargainous Park-Avenue-perfect number, it's time to start penning that shopping list ladies...

By Philippa Morgan
The new season has landed in stores and we’ve clocked a selection of twenty stunning dresses that’ll inspire you to grab a cocktail, take command in the boardroom and circulate the dance floor with disco-happy moves (but perhaps not all at once ladies!). From Luella’s new It-dress to Matalan’s bargainous Park Avenue perfect number, it’s time to start penning that shopping list ladies…
This lovely Lanvin-style dress is highly coveted and belongs in the date-section of your wardrobe - get it now!
Leopard-print Dress, £80 by Oasis.
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Hello lover! Topshop’s answer to the brights and fringing trends has landed in stores, just be prepared to wrestle for one.
Fringed Dress, £65 by Topshop.
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If you are tired of being a lady on the waiting list for a Hervé Leger dress, then French Connection’s sultry grey and black creation will remedy your impatience. A-list attitude is mandatory, so only wear when feeling sassy.
Bandage Dress, £90 by French Connection.
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Asymmetric blue dress, we love your pretty frills! How do we count the ways one could wear thee?!
Asymmetric Patterned Dress, £215 by Paul&Joe Sister.
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A perfectly pretty dress ideal for meeting the parents.
Floral Dress, £65 by Blush.
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This pop pink dress couldn’t be more champagne-worthy – partner with a pair of Christian Louboutin peep-toes and a metallic clutch for an LA-fabulous look.
Pink Bow Dress, £215 by Sara Berman.
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Vintage-style prints and antiquated jewellery lends a retro chic look to your wardrobe, if you are allergic to second-hand stores then visit River Island for a rosy romantic dress.
Floral Strapless Dress, £54.99 by River Island.
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We are still reeling in shock over the price of Matalan’s peplum dress. Doll it up in a prim and proper manner with pearls and a tall, dark and handsome man!
Peplum Dress, £18 by Matalan.
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For under twenty English pounds this bead-print dress will inject a Chanel-esque chicness to your off-duty wardrobe.
Bead Printed Dress, £18 by New Look.
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Complete with a floral belt and rosette, this Moonspark dress is picnic-ready, pass the pink lemonade...
Khaki Dress, £45.99 by Moonspark.
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Fringing is huge for winter 2009 dontcha know?! Invest or forever hold your peace.
Fringed Dress, £135 by Monsoon.
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Frankly who can resist the new season lust-have dress from Luella? No, thought not. Wear how you will, this can only look AMAZING.
Jacquard Strapless Dress, £495 by Luella.
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We cannot believe this is a high street LBD, the detail on the straps and billowing shape makes this a futureproof choice.
Billowing LBD Dress, £38 by Miss Selfridge.
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Show off your waist and opt for a classic 50s shape dress like this understated tea dress. Exude summer vibes and team with sandals – afterall, summer is not over yet!
Butterfly Dress, £25 by Mimi London.
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Cheap but chic and bang on-trend, lounge around town in this cute bow dress; great with a tatty leather jacket .
Bow Dress, £63 by Love You Long Time.
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LNA is the brand du jour and has been spotted on Kate Moss and every other fashionista from Notting Hill to LA. This asymmetric one must not be underestimated, team with statement footwear and an oversized clutch for urban elegance.
Asymmetric Dress, £60 by LNA.
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This ultra flattering dress is ideal for power lunches (an extra helping won’t be visible!) and channels the nautical trend that has sailed through the summer 2009 catwalks .
Nautical Dress, £320 by Jaegar London.
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Cocktail hour needs a touch of glamour, so up the ante in this look-at-me satin number.
Satin Ruffle Dress, £180 by Coast.
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Practical? Check. Reservedly stylish? Check. Versatile? Check. This is one of those dresses you end up spending an entire season wearing, only breaking between wash loads – buy it now before they all get rushed off the rails.
Slouchy Dress, £110 by Whistles.
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We’ve been counting down the days till Emma Cook’s collection lands in Topshop stores. Fashionistas will have elbows out for this kitsch silk dress, take no prisoners…
Silk Pattern Dress, £180 by Emma Cook at Topshop.
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Ever since Megan Fox strutted onto the red carpet in a mesh-detail LBD, women the world over have been hunting for a similar siren style; wear this one from Warehouse and expect traffic-stopping reactions and wolf-whistles a plenty!
Mesh-detail Dress, £50 by Warehouse.
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