If the past week has taught us anything, it's that the weather is still unpredictable, veering between warming sunshine and breezy grey days. While we can all hope for more of the former during the summer months, it would be foolhardy to think that the latter can be totally ruled out, which is why your wardrobe needs to be prepared. But it also needs to bring you joy, which is where Maje's new collection delivers like a dream.
It's called In The Mood For Sun, which seems like a good start. And it's full of ethereal maxi dresses, pretty cotton separates and floral prints in soft fabrics. While they all look lovely, they are also a gift from heaven for anyone as averse to ironing as I am. In fact, the more crinkled they are, the better they look – excellent news if you're planning a holiday and need crinkle-free items for your suitcase.
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The Best Maje Dresses To Buy For Summer
Long Organza Shirt Dress, £345
Midi Dress in Daisy Guipure, £315
Long Dress with Daisy Lace, £315
Printed Midi Dress, £370
Long Dress in Guipure, £345
Dress in Geometric Guipure, £269
Green Ruffle Midi Dress, £269
Striped Knit Skater Dress, £269
Long Dress in Yellow Guipure, £315
Shirt Dress with Smocks, £209
Long Tie-Dye Dress in Satin, £290
Off-Shoulder Dress in Floral Print, £420
Contrast Floral Print Midi, £290
Sequin Embroidered Dress, £370
Pleated Shirt Dress with Back Opening, £290
In fact, I would argue that Maje is one of the unsung sartorial heroes of the moment. If, like me, you're won over by pretty dresses that take all the hard work out of putting together an outfit, then you might agree. My first mention would have to be Maje's reinvention of the humble (and often a bit dowdy) shirt dress. Here, the shirt dress is anything but – instead it's realised in beautiful blue guipure lace, delicate organza in powdery pink or blue and styles with pleated skirts and a hint of cut-out detail at the back. There's also off-the-shoulder frocks destined for summer evenings, sunny yellow dresses ideal for weddings and printed minis embroidered with sequins.
So, while I can't promise you uninterrupted days of blazing sunshine, I can point you in Maje's direction, which may cheer you up at least. Even if it rains for the whole month of July (please God, no), at least you'll look good.