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The super-lightweight Sainsbury's dress that's great for chucking over a bikini or keeping cool

The super-lightweight Sainsbury's dress that's great for chucking over a bikini or keeping cool

Scottish Sun22-06-2025
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This isn't the only frock fashionistas have been loving
COOL FASHION The super-lightweight Sainsbury's dress that's great for chucking over a bikini or keeping cool
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AS much as we love the glorious sunshine, finding the right clothes that won't make you drown in sweat can be quite the challenge.
But luckily, Sainsbury's has come to rescue yet again - this time, with a gorgeous frock that's not just affordable but will also keep you cool.
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Crafted from a lightweight, modal blend, the show-stopper of a frock will keep you comfortable throughout the season
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The gorgeous summer wardrobe must-have runs in a huge range of sizes too - from UK 6 to UK 24
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The mega supermarket has seriously upped its fashion game in the recent years and their latest Strappy Tiered Midaxi Summer Dress is no exception.
The perfect choice for sun-soaked holidays and warm weekends, our blue midaxi summer dress has been designed with tie-straps at the shoulders and a flattering, tiered hem.
Crafted from a lightweight, modal blend, the show-stopper of a frock will keep you comfortable throughout the season.
Whether you're off to the beach, have booked a sunny holiday abroad or are simply going out for a date, this dress can be easily styled up or down.
For a more casual ensemble, you can finish your look with a pair of mule sandals and a tote bag.
Heading out for some refreshing Aperol Spritz with your friends or significant other? Team the frock with strappy sandals, a slick-back bun, some jewellery and you're bound to make heads turn.
The gorgeous summer wardrobe must-have runs in a huge range of sizes too - from UK 6 to UK 24.
Whatever your size, it may be worth going up one - as one customer, who's between 10 and 12, said their brand new size 12 was ''tight'' on them.
And did we mention the wallet-friendly price tag?
Thrifty fashionistas can snap up this fabulous dress for just £22.50 - and you'll be rewarded with a whopping 22 Nectar Card points too.
'I adore this colour', cries Dunnes Stores fan as she tries on €40 'ultra-feminine' dress
What's more, the frock also boasts a timeless design - and it's sure to remain a firm staple for the summers to come.
So if you're looking to get your hands on it, you may need to run to your nearest store before it gets sold out.
Shoppers have also been loving the butter yellow Cutwork Midaxi Strappy Dress they say "fits like a dream" thanks to its elasticated back, and suits all body shapes.
Hottest fashion trends of 2025
Fabulous' Fashion Editor Clemmie Fieldsend shares the biggest trends from the high street.
The East/West Bag
Baguette bags have had a good run, after returning from the 1990s' shoulders of Sarah Jessica Parker to modern-day fashion icons, like Hailey Bieber.
In 2025, the East/West bag is a similar but elongated shape and has long, thin straps that are easy to throw over your shoulder.
They've been on runway models' arms at nearly ever designer show - think Burberry, Givenchy and Bottega Veneta - and are hitting the high street now, too.
Powder pink
Bright fuchsia pink had its day after the release of Barbie in 2023 and now the more polished and expensive-looking pale shade is taking over for 2025.
Pantone may say that it's the year of Mocha Mousse, but the catwalks say otherwise! From Prada to Erdem, the subtle look was all over the spring/summer catwalks, worn head-to-toe or on its own.
If the sugary shade is too girly for you, then look to sharp suiting for a androgynous take on the colour.
The shell jacket
The '80s classic is back, but with a sleek and minimal new twist for 2025.
We all know we're likely to see rain for most of spring, so your practical coat of choice should be a cagoule jacket.
Depop revealed one of its big trend predictions for this year is retro sportswear, with surges already seen in '80s windbreakers'.
Seen everywhere from the stylish streets of Copenhagen to the Miu Miu catwalk, now mums who have an emergency raincoat crumpled underneath their pushchair are very much in fashion!
The turn-up jeans
While the shape of jeans remains the same for this year and barrel-legs will still be everywhere, the way we're styling them is different.
This season, transform your wide-leg, baggy denims into turn-ups.
For this look, size doesn't matter, so while deep turn-ups are a hit from jean trend-leaders Citizens of Humanity, a slight fold is still just as good - but only as it's just one single fold.
Peep-toe shoe
Get your pedicures booked in sharpish, as this season your toes are the main event.
After a long hiatus, the peep-toe has been welcomed back into the fashion fold, with brands like Hermes, Miu Miu and Tory Burch showing plain and embellished footwear in this style.
From mules to pumps and clogs (yes, clogs will be around too!), there are lots of different styles that are set to sweep the high street.
Sheer blouses
See-through looks have always lived on the catwalk, but have rarely filtered into everyday life - until now.
Designers Ralph Lauren and Tom Ford loved sheer looks on their S/S '25 catwalks and M&S even had sellout success with its black sheer pencil skirt last season.
Expect to see more sheer looks lining supermarket aisles and high street shops in the form of skirts, tops and frocks.
It's also in the colour of the season, which instantly ticks the box for on-trend fashion.
The stunning summer wardrobe staple is currently priced at £32 and comes in sizes six to 24.
Describing it online, the Sainsbury's team say: "An elegant choice for summer outings and sun-soaked holidays, this yellow midaxi dress comes in a strappy style.
"Designed with cutwork embroidery, a v-neckline, adjustable straps, finished with shirred detailing at the back. Finish your look with mesh ballerina pumps."
Unsurprisingly, it has already scored countless five-star reviews, with one fan writing: "Love colour, style and fit of this dress. Comfortable and lovely material.''
A second wrote: "This is stunning dress which because of the double layer renders it non see through, excellent fit true to size and great length. As you can tell I love this dress."
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