If there's one brand who knows how to do leopard print, it's Ganni. Famous for its, well, leopard everything, Ganni has mastered the print and even sent it viral, too. Last year, Ganni's Leopard Poplin Peplum Tie Blouse was spotted in practically every influencer selfie, while its Leopard Betzy Jeans also gained incredible momentum on social media due to the flattering cut. After the particular success of Ganni's Tie Blouse, it released a new addition - the Leopard Printed Tie String Mini Dress,£235, which features some of the same elements as the sell-out blouse. But the high street can't resist a dupe (neither can we), and M&S has released its own midaxi version of the dress, for under £40.
The dress mirrors the luxe feel of its high-end counterpart, as M&S has reinterpreted the essence of Ganni's design, including the recognisable tie detailing. It's a piece that feels both modern and classic, versatile enough to take you from the office to an evening out with just a change of shoes.
Interestingly, leopard has been a smash hit of the summer so far, acting as a cool antidote to the floral prints we're so used to seeing at this time of year. From Maya Jama to Simone Ashley, plenty of celebrities have been wearing it recently and the shops are full of leopard pieces, too.
Given the similarities between M&S's dress and the OG Ganni style, we'd suggest this particular midi will sell out fast.
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This dress from M&S almost features the exact same rich and bold leopard print as the Ganni one. With its puff sleeves, ties at the neck and flattering length, style this dress with a pair of cowboy boots or ballet flats, and a statement bag.
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The original Ganni dress features the same detailing as its viral blouse, with an open round neckline and tie closures. For an evening out, style the dress with a classic pair of knee-high boots, or for more of a day affair, simply add some fisherman sandals.
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Another gorgeous transitional piece from M&S, this dress has a timeless checked pattern in an autumnal green and black. With a midi length, the checked dress is suitable for the office, styled with some long black boots, or to a picnic in the park.
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If you're looking for another leopard print maxi dress to satisfy the obsession, M&S also have this one with shorter sleeves and a V-neck. Plus, it's made from a super lightweight fabric that means it will keep you cool in the warmer months.
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Although this dress in new-in at M&S, it's selling out unprecedently fast. Featuring short sleeves and a collared neckline, the Denim Midi Utility Dress is flattering in numerous ways - including the elasticated waist for shaping and midi-length hemline. Pair with the staple M&S buckle flats.
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This dress is the kind of piece that makes getting dress feel easy, and with its classic gingham pattern, it's also the kind of piece which doesn't go out of style either. The wrap design is sophisticated yet flattering, and the three-quarter puff sleeves add a touch of playfulness to the dress.
Gemma Lavers is a Fashion Writer at Bauer Media, writing for brands like Grazia, heat and Closer. Gemma specialises in all things clothing and enjoys outfit planning (especially for holidays), scrolling social media for the next trend and shopping (probably for a new coat).