Marks and Spencer's New White, Square-Neck Dress Is Perfect in Every Way |Best Knockoff Luxury Clothing

published 11 April 2024

I don't know about you, but all I can think about right now is summer. Spending weekends in the garden or heading to the beach and evenings taking in the sunset sipping on an Aperol or Pimm's (palate dependant). It really is bliss, isn't it? Thankfully, those days now don't feel too far away. In fact, we've already enjoyed some this spring, and with a more favourable weather forecast on the horizon, I need to start thinking about my wardrobe.

Now genuinely feels like the right time to start wearing dresses again, and I'm very happy about it. Of course, the clever people at Marks and Spencer predicted this sudden style urge and thought it the perfect time to release what is, in my opinion, the best dress it has ever created. There, I said it. The loyal M&S shoppers amongst you, of which I know there are many, will likely have seen M&S' Pure Cotton Square Neck Midi Cami Shift Dress (£40) before, either in its latest series of spring adverts or if you were fortunate enough, when it first dropped online a couple of weeks ago.

Featuring a square neckline, fitted bodice and full skirt all wrapped up in pristine white cotton, this dress is as close to perfection as I can imagine. The straps are just wide enough to cover bra straps (a major selling point for this 32G-sized editor), whilst the skirt flares out just so to create a beautiful silhouette, but one that's also comfortable to float around in. Needless to say, it sold out at lightning speed the first time around (I even missed it knowing it was coming!) but now it's back, and I won't let it pass me (nor you) by again!

With mine already on order, I thought I'd show you how I plan on wearing it this season and well into summer, and if I do say so myself, the looks are a testament to its versatility, chicness and all-round appeal. Scroll on to shop M&S' perfect summer dress before it flies, and to browse the other pieces in my outfit builds.

Shop Marks and Spencer's Square Neck Midi Cami Shift Dress:

M&S Collection

Pure Cotton Square Neck Midi Cami Shift Dress

4 Ways I'm Styling My M&S White Square Neck Midi Dress

1. Blazer + Basket Bag + Ballet Pumps

Style Notes: Be it for work or lowkey evenings out, I can always rely on a blazer and ballet pumps to add polish to my dresses. The addition of a basket bag feels only right now that it's spring.

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H&M

Tapered-Waist Twill Blazer in Black

M&S Collection

Pure Cotton Square Neck Midi Cami Shift Dress

Jigsaw

Straw Bucket Bag

Mango

Bow Leather Ballerina in Black

2. Striped Button-Down + Gold Earrings + Brown Sandals

Style Notes: Layered loosely over the top or knotted at the waist to create an hourglass shape, this dress and shirt go hand in hand. Keep the look tonal and pulled together with a pair of brown or tan sandals.

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HUSH

Indy Oversized Stripe Shirt in Brown/White Stripe

M&S Collection

Pure Cotton Square Neck Midi Cami Shift Dress

Mejuri

Sculptural Hoops in Gold Vermeil

H&M

Sandals in Brown

3. Navy Jumper + Top-Handle Bag + Loafers

Style Notes: On chillier spring days, layer a navy knit over your white M&S dress. It'll also look incredibly chic draped over your shoulders. Glossy black accessories will make the outfit feel all the more premium.

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COS

Pure Cashmere Jumper in Navy

M&S Collection

Pure Cotton Square Neck Midi Cami Shift Dress

M&S Collection

Faux Leather Top Handle Tote Bag in Black

Whistles

Manny Slim Loafer in Black

4. Evening Jacket + Chain Necklace + Heeled Mules

Style Notes: Dresses like this can be dressed up or down with ease. For evenings out a little jacket, gold jewellery and simple shoes will do the trick.

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Malina

Cleo Balloon-Sleeve Satin Blouse

M&S Collection

Pure Cotton Square Neck Midi Cami Shift Dress

COS

Chunky Chain Necklace in Gold

ZARA

Mesh Sandals With Bow

Maxine Eggenberger isBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK’s deputy editor and has over thirteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content specifically forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their SEO strategy and keyword planning, works closely with the beauty team on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media, including her ownBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK TikTok franchise, French Style Fridays. Previously, Maxine appeared on ITV's This Morning in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o.

Prior toBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship at Look magazine, she was offered a position on the brand's fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. Her passion and natural talent for writing and styling meant she swiftly rose through the ranks to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion and beauty writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief, overseeing both print and digital, before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others.

Maxine is based remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh where she spends her downtime renovating her house, walking her dogs, hosting friends and trying to master the art of making Old Fashioned cocktails.