How to Style the Classic Midi Dress From Day to Night

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Some dresses chase the trends; others quietly outlast them. The tailored British midi — the kind Hobbs has built a reputation on — belongs firmly in the second camp. A well-cut midi in a good fabric is one of the most useful things you can own, precisely because it flexes across your whole week. Here’s how to get the most out of one dress.

Why the midi works so hard

The midi length hits the most flattering point on almost everyone: below the knee, above the ankle, skimming the narrowest part of the calf. It’s modest enough for the office, elegant enough for a wedding and comfortable enough for a weekend. Choose a fabric with a little structure — a ponte, a crepe or a fine wool blend — and the dress will hold its shape from morning to night.

Dopamine Orange Is the Colour of 2026 — Here's How to Style It

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000

If one colour has stolen 2026, it’s orange. From rich tangerine knits to marigold slip dresses and burnt-orange accessories, the shade often called “dopamine orange” is on every high-street rail — and for good reason. It’s warm, it flatters more skin tones than people expect, and it lifts an outfit instantly. The catch is confidence. Here’s how to wear it so it looks intentional, not costume.

Start with an accent

If a full orange outfit feels like a leap, begin small. A tangerine bag, a pair of orange mules or a single knit under a neutral coat gives you the hit of colour without the commitment. Accents are also the easiest way to test which orange suits you — the blue-toned corals flatter cooler complexions, while golden marigolds sit beautifully against warmer skin.

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How to Style the Classic Midi Dress From Day to Night

Why the midi works so hard

Dopamine Orange Is the Colour of 2026 — Here's How to Style It

Start with an accent