‘Beautiful’ 30% off summer dress is ‘forgiving’ around the tummy area

Boden shoppers searching for an easy summer outfit may want to take a look at one bestselling dress that’s won praise for its flattering fit. Customers have described the style as ‘beautiful’ and ‘forgiving’ around the tummy area, making it a popular choice for everything from holidays to summer events.

The Zinnia Tie Ponte Midi Dress in the colour espresso usually costs £99, but shoppers can currently get it for £69.30 using the code WWSL, saving 30% for a limited time. Made from structured yet soft ponte fabric, the dress, which comes in sizes 4 to 22 and petite, regular and long fits, is designed to offer a polished look while remaining comfortable enough for all-day wear.

The fitted shape follows the body’s natural curves, while a statement side tie detail adds extra definition at the waist and gives the classic silhouette a modern update. Designed to fall at a low calf midi length, the versatile style can easily be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.

Pair it with trainers or flat sandals for daytime outings, or switch to heels for weddings, garden parties and summer celebrations. Shoppers should also note it comes in three other colours: black, vibrant pink and dark green, but they are all priced at the original amount.

As an alternative, Next has the Love & Roses Black Tailored Short Sleeve Dress for £59. This one comes in sizes 8 to 22 and both regular and petite fits, and it features a ‘contrast tie waist panel’ that cinches the silhouette.

At Debenhams, a cheaper version is the Dorothy Perkins Leopard Print Short Sleeve Jersey Midi Dress for £25.60, down from £32. Available in sizes 8 to 18, it has a playful leopard print design is said to be flattering and comes to a midi length.

The Zinnia Tie Ponte Midi Dress has been rated highly on Boden, however. One person said: “Beautiful summer dress! The colour is gorgeous and, as always with Boden knit dresses, the fabric is a perfect weight. Would be a great item for travel as it is wrinkle resistant and can easily be dressed up or down.”

Another said: “This is a great black dress that can be dressed up with heels or dressed down with trainers. Size is true to size. It is also a forgiving dress, especially around the tummy area. The only niggle is the belt which I found too long.”

A third person commented: “Elegant and easy, nice fabric, flowing and light, size is just right, normal size, nice colour (green).” Some people removed a star, as one person commented on the sizing and said: “Size 4 was a bit large and I gave time to reorder a smaller size. Great quality as always.”

Another added: “Really liked this except it felt a bit large, will order a size down to see how that is. Good weight fabric so more spring/autumn than hot summer wear.”