These are the 30 best occasionwear dresses for under £350 to shop this summer
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Dress season is officially here, and regardless of your plans, there is always a dress for the occasion. From weddings to holidays and birthday celebrations - we know how daunting finding the perfect summer dress can be.
If the Spring/Summer 2024 catwalks are anything to go by this season is all about self expression. If you're a minimalist channel your inner 90s siren or if monochrome is off the cards, then be inspired by Marni and Stella McCartney who introducing 3D appliqués from flowers to pompoms onto dresses. If you want to make a statement then Chet Lo's metallic minis are for you, and who could forget Schiaparelli's red tube dress styled on Kendall Jenner for more party season inspo.
I don't say this lightly, but the high street also has some incredible occasionwear options this summer - with many great options under £350. Just recently, brands like Baobab, Sau Lee, and Siedrés have released impressive Spring/Summer 2024 capsule collections, and I mean it when I say these are worth the investment.
As a nod to this season's biggest trends, expect bright scarlets, cut-outs, sheer textures, and floral appliqués. From chic black dresses to classic floral patterns, I've curated my expert edit of the best 30 occasionwear dresses under £350 - to add to your cart now.
Best 30 under £350 dresses
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Sofia Piza is the Fashion Writer at Marie Claire UK. With extensive experience and a degree in Fashion Journalism, she covers runway trends, shopping picks, celebrity fashion, and industry news.
Throughout her career, Sofia's work has ranged from in-depth interviews with industry experts and high-profile celebrities to creative production for editorial cover shoots and red-carpet coverage. Born in Mexico and raised in five countries, Sofia's multicultural upbringing has fed into her interest in international markets, leading her fashion week coverage across London, Milan, Paris, New York, and Copenhagen.
When she's not sourcing inspiration from social media, you will find Sofia anywhere from a local vintage market to busy central London streets, people watching to make sure she brings you the latest trends, from the best denim pieces to the must-have investment bags- the possibilities are endless.
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