M&S just launched a brown polka dot dress to rival Kate Middleton’s sold out Rixo one
When it comes to fashion choices, no one knows how to pick a timeless, classic look quite like Kate Middleton. The Princess of Wales is known for her love of chic, classic dresses, and her collection of midi dresses is enough to make any fashion fan swoon. One of her standout pieces was worn way back in September 2022 as she did the school run with Prince William, and remains one of our favourite off duty looks that she’s ever worn.
Kate donned Rixo’s Izzy Polka Dot Shirt Dress for the occasion, causing the dress to become a sellout sensation that’s been out of stock ever since. However, if, like us, you’re still coveting Kate’s low key look you might want to head to M&S because it's just dropped its Polka Dot V-Neck Maxi Wrap Dress £49.50 here, which has a very similar look.
Kate Middleton wore the polka dot Rixo dress back in 2022
The Marks and Spencer launch mirrors the chocolate brown and white polka dot print of Kate’s Rixo dress and has a similar fit and flare silhouette that’s both flattering and comfortable to wear – perfect for a sleek school run look like Kate’s. The M&S dress has a regular cut and short fluttery sleeves similar to the three quarter balloon-style sleeves of the Rixo Izzy dress.
However, whilst the Rixo one had a classic shirt style design with a button up front and collared neckline, the high street version has a subtle V-neck design. It gathers under the bust with a fitted bodice and slightly gathered waist, before flaring out into a figure-skimming straight cut skirt.
Marks and Spencer brown and white polka dot dress for summer
It keeps the midi length of Kate’s Rixo one, ending in a tiered ruffle hemline that adds some movement and a luxe-looking detail to the dress. Although it’s simple and understated enough to be worn for a day running errands or heading out for lunch, it can also be dressed up for more formal occasions in seconds with a pair of kitten heels and a clutch bag.
The dress is available in sizes 6-24, with shoppers praising it for its flattering fit. One wrote: “Great fit and fabric, very flattering and comfortable.”
M&S brown and white polka dot midi dress
Whilst another said: “Beautiful dress, fits really well, true to size. Material is lovely, doesn’t crease and hangs well. Can be worn summer or winter. Love it.”
If you’re looking for something more practical for running after the kids in, you can get a similar vibe with this Polka Dot Jumpsuit with Short Sleeves, £37.50 here (was £75), from La Redoute. It has a similar shirt style body and brown and white polka dot print, however rather than a skirt the jumpsuit has wide leg trousers that make it more comfortable and versatile. Thanks for the inspo Kate!