Hands Down, COS’s Throw-On Dress Is the Chicest I’ve Seen

When looking to add to my spring/summer wardrobe there’s one thing I always look for: ease. With the warmer days and so many plans ahead, I’m looking for reliable pieces that don’t need complicated styling to do the hard work for me, and often I find myself turning to dresses. Alongside, the warmer weather means I’m drawn to more relaxed silhouettes, those that flow over the body and ensure comfort is front and centre with style. And COS has combined these two ease factors in perfect harmony to create the contrast panel midi dress.

COS midi Dress — *COS Contrast-Panel Midi Dress, £85*

Over the years, COS has proven that what it does so well is elevated staples, and this dress is sure to be a reliable base in any wardrobe. From the beloved wide-leg trousers to the highly versatile crossbody bag, the brand can be relied upon each season to serve up stellar styles to suit the season and beyond, and spring 2024 is no different.

The top-and-skirt dress format is one we’ve seen be successful for many years, like the ever-chic tank dresses that many of our editors have in their own wardrobes. But COS has pushed the style further, taking the top silhouette from a classic jersey t-shirt (and we all know how good its t-shirts are), COS has blended in a cotton-blend poplin skirt to add an airiness fitting of the warmer season. Refined in design, the dress comes in two distinct colours, black and terracotta, that require only the addition of shoes and a smattering of jewellery to form a look that feels thoughtfully curated. Due to the pared-back design, this is a dress that can be transported from coffee dates with sandals and a light jacket, to more elegant events with a mule heel and an elevated clutch bag.

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