Shoppers snap up ‘easy to wear’ £38 autumn dress

The autumn months have fashion lovers heading to stores to find staple pieces that are both stylish and affordable. One dress in particular has garenered five star ratings and compliments from shoppers who say it is ‘comfortable,’ and ‘fits well.’

The Purple A-Line Pocket Detail Stretch Swing Dress is priced at £38 from Roman and is also available in black and forest green – the perfect autumnal colours. The dress comes in sizes 10 to 20 and is has a classic swing dress design for all day comfort.

Whether worn to the office or out for dinner, this dress can be styled in a number of ways. Either layered over tights and boots or a pair of heels, it is a versatile timeless piece.

Made from ‘soft and cosy fabric,’ the dress finishes at knee length and features a classic boat neckline, 3/4 length sleeves, a flared skirt and two side pockets. When it comes to wash day, it is machine washable meaning shoppers don’t need to worry about it losing its colour or flattering shape.

Debenhams also has some well-loved staples on its website such as the Izabel London Striped Long Sleeve Short Swing Dress for £15.30. Available in a range of sizes, it features a ‘comfortable scoop neck and has a laid-back swing fit,’ which is said to flatter all figures. To switch up the style there is the Brown Floral Print Slit Hem Midi Dress for £35.99 from New Look which could also be a work staple or for an evening out. Available in sizes 6 to 22, it has a deep v-neckline and extends to a side-slit hem.

The Roman dress has been rated a high 4.8 out of 5 stars on its website. One person said: “I love this dress, so easy to wear and classy. Perfect for the occasion and the style suited me perfectly.” Another wrote: “Comfortable dress to wear and excellent value you could wear it in the office and also out in the evening with either a scarf or necklace.”

A third person said: “Very comfortable, practical dress. Nice length. I bought two in different colours.”

It is worth noting that some others had concerns with the dress and its length. One said: “Very comfortable and looks smart. Was a bit longer in length than I expected but very pleased with it.”

Another said: “Lovely comfortable dress. Looks casual but could dress it up for an evening out. Little bit longer in length than I expected.”

The Purple A-Line Pocket Detail Stretch Swing Dress is available from Roman.