A maxi dress not only covers a multitude of sins (namely the fact I've been really slacking with the gym this January, instead choosing to stay home with leftover treats from Christmas and a Netflix boxset,) but it also makes a real statement. If you're already bored of pulling the same things out of your wardrobe every morning, then a well placed maxi could do you wonders. Paired with some opaques, a great pear of boots and a leather jacket, it keeps you warmer than you'd anticipate too - especially if it's got wonderfully flowing sleeves like this one. Come the summer I'm all about the maxi, but until recently it's not been something I've really dabbled in outside of the warmer season; upon discovery of this though, that all changed. I'm a total convert.
I had my eye on this for ages, but having spent a small fortune pre-xmas on festive outfits I couldn't really justify splashing out another £59.00 on a dress I may not actually get much wear out of. When it dropped down to just £19.00 in the Next legendary sale, I couldn't leave the store without it - it was meant to be. Although I've replaced the under-slip with a much better and more opaque one from Marks & Spencer, the dress itself is great quality and has so many little details; my favourite is the buttons across the v-neck, making this seem relaxed and a little bit vintage simultaneously. Another great detail is the slits that run down almost parallel to your legs, flashing a bit of skin and also helping this...