Boden’s launches new linen dress shoppers call ‘beautifully-made’

With more warm weather on the way, if you’re looking to update your spring and summer wardrobe, we’ve found a flattering and very versatile dress from Boden’s latest range – and you can save over £20 on it right now. 

The newly-launched Alexa dress is an easy-to-wear, breezy shirt dress made from 100% linen. In a maxi length, it has flattering puffed sleeves and a waist belt to cinch you in. 

It comes in three bold patterns: a green gingham print, an electric blue polka dot and a colourful rainbow stripe. If you’re looking for something more pared-back, there’s an understated plan blue tone too. There are petite and regular lengths, and sizes range from 4-22, but as it’s proving popular, some are already starting to sell out.

Whichever you go for, we think it would work as well for a city break as it would for a summer barbecue or picnic.

Due to the dress being part of the new-in section, you can actually save money right now, with the discount code NB7C. The 15% off cuts the patterned dresses from £156 to £132.60 and the blue shade from £146 to £124.10.

Shoppers are leaving their reviews on the dress, which has racked up a 4.5 star rating so far.

One shopper said: ”Beautiful vibrant blue dress, lovely linen material. I purchased the petite, as others have said it is small in the bust area. I may wear a camisole underneath and leave it unbuttoned. Lovely to have dresses made from natural materials.”

If this dress isn’t for you, White Stuff is a go-to for patterned dresses, and ditsy floral prints are popular every spring. The Rua Midi Jersey Shirt Dress costs £65, and like many White Stuff pieces it comes in a range of prints, sizes 6-24 and petite and regular lengths. If your office is slightly more casual, you could get away with this shirt-style dress for work, but it’s handy for weekends, too. 

Yellow is everywhere at the moment, and Marks and Spencer has tapped into the trend with its new collection. A stand-out piece is this Linen Rich Side Detail Midi Shift Dress. Clever ruching means the dress skims across the stomach area, giving a flattering shape, while the gathered round neckline adds a unique detail. Best of all, the dress comes in at under £50, with sizes 6-24 all still available.