It's official: I'm abandoning shorts and jeans for the lovely dress trend I've been noticing among French fashionistas.

      I don't know about you, but I'm truly enjoying the current weather. Sure, last week got a bit too warm, and yes, it definitely rained yesterday (typical), but overall, the UK has been experiencing a rare spell of steady sunshine lately—and I'm all for it. That said, finding the right outfit for a hot British summer is another matter. I can’t do jeans, and while I appreciate a good shorts moment, they often don’t feel suitable for the office. That's where my go-to piece comes in: the dress.

      If you regularly read this space, this won’t be surprising news. I don’t claim to know everything, but when it comes to dresses, I’m knowledgeable. They’re the foundation of my wardrobe all year long, mainly because they’re so effortless to throw on and still look polished and suitable for nearly any occasion, from date nights to business meetings and weekends to weddings. In fact, just this week, I was trimming down my summer dress collection when I noticed a clear trend. Nearly every dress I was drawn to shared one detail: broderie anglaise.

      Yes, broderie. That beautiful, timeless fabric with a hint of French elegance. It’s a detail that’s always present in some form, but right now, it’s definitely enjoying a particularly notable moment. You’ve likely seen it most on delicate blouses and pretty tops worn by the Parisian fashion crowd with white jeans or cut-off denim shorts, but this season, it is all about the broderie dress—and I'm fully on board. Whether you lean towards minimalism or maximalism, there’s a broderie anglaise dress out there that will seamlessly fit into your summer wardrobe. Keep scrolling to check out (and shop) the styles I’m loving for summer 2025. Trust me, your warm-weather wardrobe will appreciate it.

      The Best Broderie Anglaise Dresses, Listed:

      - The Best Black Broderie Anglaise Dress: Mango Broderie Gathered Cinch Waist A-Line Dress, £80

      - The Best White Broderie Anglaise Dress: Melissa Odabash Autumn One-Shoulder Broderie Anglaise Cotton Midi Dress, £250

      - The Best Colourful Broderie Anglaise Dress: Self-Portrait Broderie Anglaise Belted Mini Dress, £350

      - The Best Mini Broderie Anglaise Dress: Farm Rio Scalloped Broderie Anglaise-Trimmed Linen Mini Dress

      - The Best Wedding-Guest Broderie Anglaise Dress: Juliet Dunn Broderie Anglaise Cotton Poplin Minidress, £320

      Shop the Best Broderie Anglaise Dresses:

      Shop the Best Broderie Anglaise Dresses Under £150:

      - COS: Broderie Anglaise Shirt Dress - I need this in my wardrobe now.

      - Mango: Broderie Gathered Cinch Waist A-Line Dress With Cut Out Back Detail - Black is just as chic as white, in my opinion.

      - H&M: Broderie Anglaise Tie-Belt Dress

      - Topshop: Broderie Trapeze Broderie Mini Dress

      - ALIGNE: Ophelia Broderie Organic Cotton Dress - I saw someone wear this with wide-leg trousers and honestly, I loved it.

      - H&M: Tie-Strap Broderie Anglaise Dress - Perfect for upcoming holidays.

      - ZARA: Embroidered Midi Dress - I love the halterneck on this one.

      - Nobodys Child: Blue Broderie Anglaise Sophia Midi Dress - A lovely baby blue option.

      Shop The Best Broderie Anglaise Dresses Under £300:

      - Farm Rio: Scalloped Broderie Anglaise-Trimmed Linen Mini Dress - I’ve seen so many girls in London wearing this dress.

      - Rixo: Jocelyn Broderie Cotton Dress - I love the length of this one.

      - Heidi Klein: Cotton Broderie Anglaise Mini Dress - I need this for my next garden party.

      - MATTEAU: Broderie Anglaise Cotton Maxi Dress - Matteau always hits the mark.

      - MELISSA ODABASH: Autumn One-Shoulder Broderie Anglaise Cotton Midi Dress - The one shoulder on this piece really makes it special.

      - Rixo: Edina Cotton Maxi Dress - You can always rely on Rixo for the perfect dress.

      - Whistles: Broderie Midi Dress - This long-sleeved style would also be great for the office.

      - MATTEAU: Scalloped Broderie Anglaise Cotton Mini Dress - The ideal beach cover-up.

      Shop The Best Broderie Anglaise Dresses Over £300:

      - Self-Portrait: Broderie Anglaise Bow Midi Dress - Another gem from Self-Portrait.

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