Autumn Whirl

Let’s get one thing straight - anyone who reckons paisley is just for musicians from the late 60s is dead wrong. Here’s a dress that’ll get you swirling through autumn and well into summer, or even to work, if you’ve got that kind of job. There’s no missing this tiered flare with a swirly all-over paisley print that’s quite frankly never going out of style.

It starts with its soft flowy silhouette - and what’s not to love about that? A round neck makes it an easy on-and-off, while the dainty little front tie nods quietly to a more feminine mood. Now look at the sleeves - big, billowy, and perfectly dramatic three-quarters, finished in a wide flare so you can gesticulate wildly at brunch or while trying to explain why flares are here to stay (newsflash: they never left). The skirt drops just above the knees and is built with layered tiers that gently ripple as you move. And it’s finished with paisley and floral motifs lining the borders for drama.

If there’s anything else worth mentioning, it’s the airy material - likely chiffon or polyester - that swishes noiselessly as you walk, as if saying “hello” for you. This one comes in relaxed fits (we’re talking flowy) through S-2XL so if you like dresses with extra room, this one is right up your alley. You’ll find yourself reaching for this one for casual catch-ups where looking put together is non-negotiable but not in that trying-too-hard kind of way.