No matter overzealous spending during jaunts through Europe or frivoloty on the home front – we've sourced the best dresses (for every occasion) to buy now without breaking the bank
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Late summer dress codes call for heat-friendly frocks, but lately, our wardrobes are lacking. Whether an influx of alfresco dinners, the need for casual cover-ups, or a desperate demand for day dresses, we've put together our edit of the best bargains to add-to-basket now – all under €200.
Thanks to Swedish high-street heroes like H&M, nailing a day-to-day dressing doesn't have to break your monthly budget. Some of our favourite Scandinavian designers also offer up economic styles, with Ganni and Rotate Birger Christensen's trendy maxis marked at modest price points. Whether you prefer cinched-in sensuality, free-flowing kaftans or maximum comfort jerseys, these enticingly priced dresses make for guilt-free purchases.
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Evening/party dresses
The name 'A Better Mistake', is almost prophetic as we doubt you'd regret purchasing this one-shoulder dress. Especially now that the price has been halved. Keen on cut-outs? Then Jonathan Simkahi's waist-revealing maxi makes for an enticing investment.
Beach dresses
Naturally, nautical stripes belong by the sea, and Lemlem's cotton blend mini is perfect for setting sail. If you prefer land-based leisure – more restorative reading or simple sunbathing – Ganni's floaty maxi has all-day appeal taking us from the beach to the beach bar.
Everyday city dresses
With its signature loungewear logo, Rotate's '00s-inspired' stretch dress with contrasting straps is a breeze to style for everyday excursions – just throw on a pair of chunky sandals and be done with it. H&M went a-bow and beyond when designing their effortless day dress, while Max Mara favoured minimalism with its timeless jersey silhouette.
Casual day at home dress
While the notion of home comforts is ruled by loungewear and elevated PJ sets, these dresses deserve their time in the leisure spotlight. Take Woolrich's mini dress, for example – the unstructured silhouette a god send for curling up on the couch. Or Skims' grey maxi, which somehow bridged the in-between space of sultry and comfortable.
