Meet your new wardrobe bestie! The Mae Linen Blend Shirt Dress in Royal Purple is the kind of dress that makes you feel like you are walking in your summer movie montage. The colour is elegant and chic, instantly making you stand out in the best way possible. It comes in a fantastic size range, from 4 to 22, meaning it is designed to suit everybody, And you’ll be so glad to know it comes in other fab colours too, like multi Elaborate Garden and Russet, giving you even more ways to turn heads wherever you go, on trend and classy, what’s not to love?
The collar-free neckline keeps it fresh and modern, while the floaty sleeves and swishy skirt make every step feel like an effortless fashion moment. Oh, and yes, it has pockets. Deep and roomy, this will happily hold your phone, lipstick, or even your emergency snack. The self-fabric tie belt allows you to cinch it in to show off your shape or leave it loose for a more laid-back look. It is one of those pieces you put on and instantly feel put together without even trying.
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Meet the Mae Linen Blend Shirt Dress in Royal Purple, your new go-to for feeling effortlessly fabulous. Crafted from a breezy linen cotton blend, it features floaty sleeves, a full skirt (yes, with pockets of course!) and a tie belt that cinches in just right for that flattering fit.
Whether you are heading out for brunch, a garden party, exploring a holiday market, or sitting outside with an iced coffee (or a caramel latte), a linen shirt dress is always the perfect pick, making it polished enough to impress, but comfy enough to live in all day. And the Mae dress takes that trend and turns it up a notch with its vibrant purple shade, which catches the light beautifully.
When it comes to styling, the Mae Linen Blend Shirt Dress is the ultimate chameleon. For daytime, wear it with chunky espadrilles or your favourite slip-on sandals, grab a woven tote, and let the pockets carry your sunnies and lip gloss. For a ‘I have arrived’ picnic look, try pairing it with flat leather slides and a wide-brim hat.
When the sun goes down and you want to dress it up, switch to white wedges or see-through block heels, pop on some gold hoops or oversized studs, and add a slick of red lipstick for drama. You could also drape a light leather jacket over your shoulders (if there is a chill in the air), but bear in mind the real joy of the dress works just as beautifully with bold statement jewellery and colourful bags as it does with minimalist neutral accessories. Just play along with whatever mood you are in.
Now, let’s talk about the celebrity seal of approval. Shirt dresses have been everywhere on the red carpet and city streets lately. Jennifer Lopez has rocked a bright, waist-cinched version, showing just how glamorous this shape can be, Kelly Clarkson has gone for bold prints during a lively TV appearance, Britany Mahomes opted for a crisp white style perfect for summer events, and Naomi Watts turned heads in New York wearing a sleek, structured shirt dress with an ombré hem that looked straight out of a designer campaign.
So, here's the thing, seeing many A-listers embracing the style confirms what we already know: that shirt dresses are here to stay. And in the Mae Linen Blend, you get all the comfort, versatility and oomph the celebrities love, with extra royal magic.
Adejumoke Ilori is a fashion and beauty writer for Closer and Heat World online. She’s a proud mommy of one who absolutely loves writing about everything from fashion and beauty to real life stories. She’s also obsessed with keeping up with the latest reality TV shows and all the hottest celebrity buzz. With a degree in Creative Writing and having studied Journalism, Adejumoke has worked with media platforms like OK! Magazine, New, Mother & Baby, Notebook, She Rose Revolution, and Fab Magazine.