Posted to the RoyalFashionPolice Instagram account, Zara Tindall donned a ME+EM Shadow Berry Print Maxi Dress that is retailing for £295.
The printed woven design is easy on the eye with its light cream and green colouring and tiered A-line silhouette. Smiling for a photograph, barefoot on a luxurious yacht, Zara had fans rushing to the comment section to compliment her outfit.
One fan said Zara looked “so pretty” while another said her style was magnificent; somebody else simply posted three heart emojis.
While the centre-front cut-out detail of Zara’s dress, and the well-positioned pockets and soft viscose fabric warrant the hefty price tag, it’s not affordable for the everyday person.
Perhaps it’s no issue for a royal to splash the cash to look glamorous, but others may want to feel beautiful while on a budget.
Instead, people can recreate the look for a more affordable price by shopping at their local high street. In Marks and Spencers (M&S), there are an array of beautiful maxi dresses that will appeal to different personalities.
There’s the diets Ecru Mix Printed Midaxi Tea Dress for £45 that shoppers are loving, with one reviewer explaining how they are so pleased they took the plunge to buy the dress.
“I hesitated about this as the photos make it look shapeless and baggy. But it’s flattering with a lovely floaty drape,” said the reviewer.
“The unusual asymmetric shape at the front disguises tummy bulges, and the pockets are a nice touch. You forget you’re wearing it, as it’s so comfortable and cool.
“I have worn this casually and dressed it up. It’s quite a generous fit; I sized down to a six.” Another reviewer posted: “Lovely wee dress but too low-cut for me. Quality material and finish.”
Adding in a burst of purple colouring, the new Linen Rich Square Neck Midaxi Day Dress is another great option, especially as it’s only £49.50.
Elsewhere, George at Asda offer a bold leopard-print tiered maxi dress that is said to “look great with sandals, wedges or trainers”.
The shopper said it’s a “really nice flattering summer dress” that has received “lots of lovely comments from friends” when she’s worn it. One reviewer, however, returned the dress because she found it to be “too floaty” for her preference.