I'm calling it: this is the only party dress you'll need this season

Ladies, the search is over, I've found the perfect party dress - with a couple months to spare might I add - and I think you'll love it too.

It's by Self-Portrait, and before you say you already know about their collections, thank you very much, let me tell you see this season's offering is quite different.

There are still the lace cut-out dresses the label is known for, sure, but there are also a few more offbeat pieces in the mix.

My favourite is this monochrome balloon sleeve number with high neck, serving up some serious 70s vibes. It may look demure, but trust me, it's fitted in all the right places, and paired with some white ankle boots, will easily take you from office to party.

Shop now: SELF-PORTRAIT Monochrome crepe midi dress for £335 from Selfridges

If you're looking for something a little bit sexier though, then try the polka dot ruffled mini dress which is just the right side of 80s chic, or a more romantic floral print number.

Shop now: SELF-PORTRAIT Ruffled plumetis mini dress for £325 from Selfridges

Shop now: Star print ruffle dress for £325 from Self-portrait

Shop now: Red ebony full length shirt dress for £320 from Self-portrait

The dress-over-jeans combo is still in this season too, so you can definitely wear these during the day.

You know, in case you need an extra excuse to treat yourself...

Penny Goldstone

Penny Goldstone is the Contributing Fashion Editor at Marie Claire UK. She writes about catwalk trends and the latest high street and Instagram sartorial must-haves. She also helms the Women Who Win franchise.

She has worked in fashion for over 10 years, contributing to publications such as Cosmopolitan, Red, Good Housekeeping, and Stylist.