The sun is shining, the light at the end of the tunnel of exams is beginning to peep through and with Summer Ball just around the corner it’s time to starting choosing that perfect dress to end the year in style.
With so many different designs, lengths and patterns out there it can be hard to make an inspired choice and it’s sometimes easier just to grab the first floral thing that springs into view. So, if you’re struggling to decide or just fancy a look at what’s out there on a student budget, here are some of our favourites…
At £42 this mint green pelplum dress from Miss Selfridge is simple yet stylish and coupled with its price is an absolute steal. The pelplum fit is a big trend at the moment and is perfect for creating a gorgeously feminine silhouette. On top of this the colour is summery and fresh and would work well coupled with almost any accessories, making it versatile AND not burning too big a hole in your bank account.
If you like the idea of summery pastel shades but are opting more for a traditionally longer ball dress then this flower print maxi dress from Topshop (£55) is the perfect solution. The asymmetric design of this dress is extremely flattering and whilst the idea of an entirely floral outfit may strike fear in your heart (with the thought of grandma’s curtains in mind) the delicate outline images instead make the dress look subtle, expensive and dreamy. Being quite intricate, this option would look better teamed with plainer accessories to keep the style from being over complicated and ensuring you look a midsummer night’s dream.
This short pleated dress from Rare (£49), is the ideal alternative for if you still want to look girly and floaty but would prefer to go for for a more summery short length dress. The colours are soft and striking and, having a more casual fit, this dress wouldn’t just be limited to one occasion; meaning that you’d be making an investment for the future and not just the ball (or at least that’s what I like to tell myself).
Every girl needs an LBD and failing to find anything else that takes your fancy, this classic style is bound to make you look the belle of the ball. Sophisticated and sparkly proves to be the perfect combination in this dress, guaranteeing that you’ll stand out without the need to be bold or garish. And, even better, if black isn’t your thing then this dazzling dress (asos £50) also comes in 3 other colours…problem solved!
Hopefully we’ve got your fashion juices flowing and set you on the road to dress success. As you can see, there’s a plethora of sizzling summer ball dresses available on a student friendly budget, and these are just a few. So, regardless of whether you decide to wear glass slippers or arrive in a carriage pulled by mice, there will be no doubt that you shall go to the ball – and looking glamorous at that!
That floral dress is beautiful!