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As the weather gets hotter, we are on the lookout for the latest summer must-have pieces landing on the high street, and this chic new arrival from Marks & Spencer is already turning heads. Referred to as "elegantly understated," with shoppers noting it's "one of the nicest dresses I've ever bought," its popularity is set to soar.

Crafted from pure 100 per cent cotton, M&S's Pure Cotton Round Neck Midi Wrap Dress is the ideal choice for summer. Thanks to the lightweight and breathable fabric, it's sure to keep you cool during the hotter days. At just shy of £40, this dress has received accolades for its 'flattering style' and impressive fit.

Priced at £39.50, this cream sleeveless midi dress features a wrap-style front with ties at the back. The clever design creates a flattering drape across the body, particularly helpful for those who want to subtly cover their midsection.

The comfort factor has been celebrated by many, meriting the dress a remarkable 4.6-star rating out of five on M&S's digital platform. The dress is available in petite, regular, and long lengths, catering to sizes 6-24 given availability.

Shoppers have not held back with their praise, with one customer proclaiming it was: "One of the nicest dresses I have ever bought!" They added: "Great fit, great quality! Just perfect! " Meanwhile, another penned: "Such a flattering style and great quality for the price.

"I love this dress. I'm 5 ft 9 and got the tall. Perfect length. Very soft cotton too," said a third, while a fourth commented: "I bought to wear in the evening on holiday and after that, for work. The fit is quite forgiving so I bought a smaller size than I would normally wear."

However, not everyone has been taken with the dress, with one customer leaving a two-star review, writing: "The material is lovely, 100 per cent cotton and firm enough to hold the shape without being too clingy. However, I looked as if I had jumped out of an Ancient Greece or Roman history book. It had to go back, I'm afraid."

Nevertheless, the majority of shoppers consider the "stylish" dress a "good value" choice that's "suitable for all ages." And for those who are not keen on the cream colour, it's also available in black, reports the Mirror.

If you're looking for an alternative, try the Little Mistress Women's Beige Check Midaxi Casual Dress priced at £45.34 on Amazon. It's a versatile option that offers different styling choices, including wearing it back-to-front and featuring tie details that can be fastened in various ways for multiple looks.

For fans of the more traditional wrap dress style, we recommend the Cream Stripe Louisa Wrap Midi Dress from Nobody's Child at £79.