By Bethan Shufflebotham
A comfortable and versatile midi dress is one of the best investments a fashion lover can make, perfect for effortless summer dressing or layering in the cooler months. Just in time for summer, one of FatFace鈥檚 most popular styles has undergone a makeover, and it鈥檚 now got a genius feature that means there鈥檚 even more ways to wear it. FatFace’s Adele midi dress has long been a hit for the brand, with many customers buying it in multiple colours over the years – myself included, owning it in three shades: black, navy and pink. But new for 2025, it’s had a redesign that gives shoppers two dresses for the price of one. Priced at 拢69 , the updated version of the dress comes in five colours, including orange, black, dark green, plum and bright red. With a shirred bodice, it retains the same level of comfort its wearers already know and love, but has had some updates to make it even more versatile. READ MORE: Shoppers rush to buy Rochelle Humes’ ‘very on-trend’ Next linen jacket READ MORE: ‘I tried Boots No7’s under 拢15 range – it’s the most fun I鈥檝e had doing my skincare in years’ Designed to be worn two ways, the Adele now features a reversible neckline , with a ‘flattering’ V-neck with button detailing on one side and a more classic square cut like the original on the other. This gives wearers the opportunity to change their look with minimal effort. Crafted from a blend of 30% cotton and 12% linen, this dress promises a breathable, lightweight feel that’s just perfect for the height of summer, now featuring a sleeker silhouette with the bottom tier removed for a non-frilled hem. It retains its practical pockets, discreetly tucked into the sideseam for functionality regardless of how it’s worn, reports MyLondon . Despite these updates, not everyone is thrilled, as some devotees of the Adele Dress miss the previous iteration. One customer expressed disappointment: “I loved last year’s Adele Dress, but this year’s version is ever so slightly different, with less fabric on the skirt and the ‘frill’ at the bottom is no longer there. I ordered the red and it’s a lovely bright true deep red – great. The V-neck button front is nice. But it’s the skirt that’s been an issue for me. So, unfortunately, I have had to return.” Nevertheless, the dress has won over many with its fusion of comfort and chic design. Shoppers have lauded the high-quality material, the variety of hues available, and the flattering fit, calling it ‘well-fitted’ and ‘versatile’. One shopper said: “Very comfortable to wear,” while another commented: “Lovely dress, good fit and colour very nice. “The dress is beautiful and very comfortable,” praised another. “The mid length is perfect. Fabric is light and perfect for hot days .” Meanwhile, one added: “A stylish vibrant colour well fitted dress! The material is good quality in this very versatile dress. Thank you FatFace another wonderful winner.” Elsewhere, for a sleeveless but equally chic option, Nobody鈥檚 Child鈥檚 Blue Shirred Bodice Billie Midi Dress comes in at 拢79. Coming in light blue, this midi dress features an all-over shirred bodice for the perfect fit and also has pockets for added practicality. At New Look, this Black Gingham Print Embroidered Frill Sleeve Tiered Midi Dress is currently on offer for 拢32.39 down from 拢35.99. However, for me, the Adele dress is the ultimate versatile piece. With more shoppers seeking wardrobe items that offer value for money, this FatFace frock certainly delivers. Perfect for weekend outings, office days, or summer evenings paired with a denim jacket and sandals, it’s the kind of dress that adapts to any event or occasion. Now, all I need to do is decide which colour to purchase.