zimmermann lucky embroidered mini dress Zimmermann Oversize Dress With Floral Motif, Women's, Cream

This square-neck stunner hugs in all the right places before flowing into an easy A-line silhouette that's made for everything from rooftop parties to destination weddings

Other fabrics, such as polyester, rayon and wool, have varying levels of stretch, but come with a range of other problems too

Made from cotton faille, this strapless bustier dress is shaped with a curved neckline, a fitted bodice, and soft pleat detailing

For the evening, fashionable midi length dresses work very well and look good in luxurious fabrics, we feature our favourites below: Velvet Midi Dress in Starlight printed French Navy This is the ultimate party dress and just perfect for winter weddings and Christmas. Sprinkled with sparkling silver, the rich navy velvet fabric resembles the night sky and enables you to shimmer, ever so slightly, with every step. The puffed sleeves, cinched waist and flared skirt make the Sophie dress supremely flattering. All that is needed to compete the look is perhaps a silver Fonteyn clutch, and diamante and pearl earrings. Ballerina Length Silk Jacquard Dress in Shell Pink and Silver Icy colours are often popular for winter weddings and the silk jacquard Sophie dress in soft blue or pink with a fine sliver tracery is a really beautiful option. With its subtle shimmer and elegant lines, the high back neck is particularly flattering and the full sleeves finishing with pearl buttons at the cuffs, are divine