The Dressing Room: Etro Long Paisley Medallion Dress

Welcome to the Dressing Room

Whether you’re searching for a special occasion or just in the market for something new, Liberty shares the ultimate edit of trending dresses

The Dressing Room

Welcome to the Dressing Room

Whether you’re searching for a special occasion or just in the market for something new, Liberty shares the ultimate edit of trending dresses

By: George Elliot

Etro Long Paisley Medallion Dress, £1,165

If you’ve a big event coming up but feel uninspired by what hangs inside your wardrobe, don’t panic buy an outfit you’ll only end up returning. Instead, might we put forward this 70s-style midi dress as a remedy? Designed by Italian label Etro, its buttoned stand collar, puffed sleeves and subtly ruched A-line skirt all come decked in one of the atelier’s ornate paisleys, making it suitably fancy for any night out you might have planned.

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Ganni Pleated Georgette Ruffle Mini Dress, £245

As autumn is officially upon us, you’re no doubt keen to refresh your dress rotation with a little newness, but if you can’t decide on where to begin, might we make a case for this 90s-style floral dress? Hailing from the studio of cult Scandi label, Ganni and combining flouncy ruffles and puffed sleeves with grungy botanics, this thigh-high mini is as romantic as it is rebellious, making it perfect for those seeking something with edge and elegance this season. Layer-on a textural jumper for a look you’ll love recreating all season long.

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Aligne Jalen Patchwork Denim Dress, £120

The question we’re asking ourselves this season isn't if we should wear denim but rather how much? To nail the more-is-more approach, let this maxi do all the styling legwork for you. Complete with a detachable self-tie belt, puff sleeves and two patch pockets – the hallmarks of a chic and comfy work-to-weekender – it’s crafted from spliced together panels of dark and mid-blue denim, cleverly combining multiple washes into one outfit so you don’t have to. Genius.

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Stine Goya Brethel Icy Flowers Mini-Dress, £360

If you’re planning a wardrobe refresh now that a new season is on the horizon, we recommend allocating some hanging space to this dress by Copenhagen label, Stine Goya. A fresh take on the little black dress – the capsule wardrobe staple you can wear anytime, any place – this sculptural mini comes embellished with a metallic, almost holographic flower, the epitome of the edgy floral trend set to be big this autumn/winter. Accessorise with a statement necklace and oversized earrings for even more oomph.

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FARM Rio Beige Ainika Floral Ruffle Mini-Dress, £270

Step inside Liberty’s atrium right now, and expect to venture into a surreal winter forest of towering trees, wild creatures and blooming florals bursting with technicolour. A tropical dreamscape brought to life by maximal fashion label FARM Rio, it's there that you can find this extraordinary dress. With a thigh-high mini skirt with a voluminous puff sleeved shirt and decked in the label’s distinctly vivacious print, its light, easy-going fit makes it ideal for seeing out the rest of summer while its warm, autumnal colour palette makes it just as suited to the new season ahead, too.

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Paloma Wool Dely High-Neck Maxi-Dress, £160

Consider knitwear too hot to handle during summer? This sleek and playful maxi by Paloma Wool might just convince you otherwise. Armless and featuring sleek, body-contouring lines, its ribbed linen-blend fabric feels weightless and silk-like to the touch, so promises to be both cooling and cosy on even the warmest of days. It’s semi-sheer, too, meaning it ticks-off the season’s skin-baring trend and comes with virtually limitless layering potential.

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RIXO Kendall Shirred Gingham Print Midi Dress, £165

Now that we’ve crossed the high-summer waypoint, investing in clothes that’ll see you through the rest of the season and way beyond is paramount which is why we’d like to introduce you to this wear-anywhere, anytime dress by RIXO. Decked in a refreshing, zingy green gingham and featuring ruffle-trimmed shoulder straps and a floaty tiered skirt, enjoy this breezy, easy-going midi as it is when temperatures are warm, but then when cooler climes eventually return, ease yourself in autumn by simply layering on a tonal cardigan and classic trench.

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La DoubleJ Mini Swing Mezzaluna Dress, £490

If you’ve a soft spot for sixties style, then consider your next gem of a find officially found with this La DoubleJ mini. A fresh take on the retro swing dress, its thigh-high, flared A-line silhouette comes decked in a geometric pattern of vibrant, multicolour circles, giving it the kind of impactful elegance you look for. Standing among this season’s best cocktail dresses, it features side-slit pockets (a handy addition for keeping your essentials close to hand) and is crafted from a luxurious and lightweight silk, meaning you’ll be able to party all night long in cool comfort, too. Move aside, Twiggy.

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Dries Van Noten Slip Dress, £445

Our love for all things 90s is going nowhere this season (nor the next), so transport yourself back to the golden age of the supermodel by adding this slinky slip into your dress rotation. Cut from silky taupe viscose and falling fluidly to knee height, its elegant and minimalist silhouette features adjustable spaghetti straps and a cowl neck that’s perfect for framing a statement necklace (or two). Simply style it with a baguette-style bag over your shoulder and consider your inner 90s It-Girl well and truly unleashed.

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RIXO Georgina Paisley Green Dress, £265

If your search for a does-it-all dress is going nowhere, might we introduce you to this RIXO midi? Bound to put an end to your morning fashion paralysis, it’s a 70s-style shirtdress that bridges the gap between elegance and easy-going comfort, so will see you effortlessly to work, a wedding and everywhere in between. Decked from shoulder to seam in a pastel pink, green and sandy yellow paisley, its flared silhouette features a point collar, blouson sleeves and comes complete with an adjustable waist belt for you to tie as you wish.

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Totême Draped Twill Cami Dress, £535

If you’re after a dress that’ll help you look party-ready the second you zip yourself into it, one that offers instant, no-thought-required elegance, then may we introduce you to this two-tone maxi? Totême’s take on the silky slip, its loose-fitting bodice blends angular lines with soft sculptural ripples, while the deep V-neckline falls fluidly into a draped, floor-grazing skirt for a minimalist spin on 90s glamour. Team it with gold jewellery and a pair of heels for a going-out outfit you’ll look forward to wearing.

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Fortela Amira Kaftan Dress, £551

If you’re struggling with how the weather keeps shifting between scorching and sticky, let this easy-going kaftan dress by Italian label Fortela come to your rescue. Cut from breathable cotton for a loose, light and free-flowing silhouette, it’ll help you feel like you’re wearing very little without having to bear all. With draped dolman sleeves, an elegant V-neckline and patterned in an ornate geometric print - the kind you might find on scarves and rugs while treasure hunting around souks - it also goes to show that dressing for comfort needn't mean sacrificing your sense of style this summer.

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Paloma Wool Maddi Reversible Dress, £180

Cut to skim the body’s lines and coloured with the kind of mottled earthy tones that are everywhere right now, this semi-sheer dress will work for almost every occasion the summer has to throw at it. And it’s all thanks to its party trick: a two-way neckline. Should you be heading to the office, wear its rounded neckline to the front and layer-up with a denim jacket or something knitted. But if you’re going out-out or have a wedding to attend, simply reverse it to make full use of its elegant v-neck – just the thing to frame some statement jewellery.

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RIXO Liza Dress, £595

A new wave of glamour is sweeping across bridalwear, beauty and jewellery this spring/summer, making this flamboyant maxi dress by British brand RIXO a season standout. Infused with the opulence and grandeur of Hollywood’s golden age (images of Greta Garbo and Elizabeth Taylor twirling around instantly spring to mind), its asymmetric, single-sleeved body comes trimmed with frilly ostrich feathers for an added dose of decadence. Cut for a floaty fit from silky viscose-crepe, it’ll help keep brides-to-be cool, calm and collected on their big day, too. And as white is no longer reserved just for nuptials, rest assured that you’ll get plenty of wear out of this wedding-come-evening dress in the months and years to come.

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Liberty Moon Flower Cotton Poplin Poet Midi Dress, £265

From cobalt to cerulean, blue and its many cooling shades are making waves right now. That’s why you’ll to want to wear this newly designedLiberty print dress this spring and beyond. Patterned in an Arts & Crafts-style print that’s unmistakably Liberty, it also captures fashion’s fascination with historic silhouettes, thanks to its gathered waistline, rounded neckline and romantic puff sleeves. But beyond this season’s biggest trends, there’s something else that puts it on our most-wanted list: its wearability. Cut from soft and durable cotton poplin for a relaxed fit, rest assured that this comfy and stylish wear-anywhere midi will have you dressed for any occasion.

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