River Island's £55 boho-style smock dress in two colours is perfect for festival season

Glastonbury may be wrapping up, but the festival season is far from over. And one thing every seasoned festival-goer knows is that the right footwear is essential.

Summer has finally arrived in Manchester with highs of up to 25C forecast for this week and lots of sunshine on the cards. As we bask in the heat, you may find yourself longing to be by the water.

So the sun is finally shining and we can all start shopping for the summer wardrobes we've been so desperate to update and with weather like this there's one staple we should all have hanging in the wardrobe - and that's the classic white summer dress. Lucky for us, fashion retail giants Roman have just released their new spring and summer range and there are lots of lovely options to chose from when it comes to a white summer dress.

This year’s Ascot has given us some amazing celebrity style moments including Louise Roe’s chic M&S two-piece and Emma Connelly’s My Fair Lady-inspired Rixo look. And Zara Tindall is no exception, already having stepped out in a gorgeous butter yellow midi and more recently a Disney princess-inspired powder blue dress from Rebecca Vallance The royal family member made sure to make a statement during day three of Royal Ascot with her dramatic puff sleeves and on-trend colour choice. The Michelle cutout crepe midi dress from Rebecca Vallance is currently available on the Outnet for £426 here down from £654 and makes for the perfect wedding guest dress.

River Island has slashed the price of a stunning summer top that is immediately going to make any pair of jeans or shorts look more expensive. In fact, the top wouldn't look out of place while on a luxury holiday in Mykonos or Santorini this summer.

The much-anticipated Royal Ascot is officially in full swing, and the first day of the racing event certainly didn't disappoint when it came to the guest list or the outfits. Amongst the Royals spotted at the event was Zara Tindall, who as an avid equestrian is almost always present at the event.This year, Zara chose to wear the perfect summery hue for the occasion, donning a Laura Green London Masai Dress, £1900 here, in buttercup yellow with a tailored fit, organza puff sleeves and a flattering belt around the middle.

Wedding season is pretty much upon us, bringing with it the opportunity to refresh our wardrobe with a new frock for the occasion.

Roman Originals is back with a bunch of trendy and versatile outfits perfect for summer weather.

Zimmermann is a luxury fashion brand hailing from Sydney, Australia, and it's got a serious celeb following.The label was founded by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann back in 1991, and they've become famous for their luxe boho aesthetic, mixing romantic prints with feminine silhouettes and fabric enriched with artisan detailing. Ruffles, puff sleeves and classic Broderie Anglais are key features in their SS24 collections, and if we had the cash to splash, this dreamy range would be at the top of our wish list.

The weather is getting hotter, and a heatwave is fast approaching, so we're looking for ways to look stylish and stay cool. With that in mind, we've found the latest must-have item from M&S: this lightweight beach dress. Ideal for sunny days and warm evenings, this versatile dress (£35) promises to be a staple in every summer wardrobe.

Marks and Spencer shoppers are 'falling in love' with a 'lovely and cool' sun dress that is perfect for the British summer or taking on holiday abroad. Those who have tried the budget-friendly number insist that it is 'fabulous' and can be worn on its own or under a jacket when the temperature dips.

Today, Marks and Spencer launched its hotly-anticipated Sienna Miller collection. Available to buy online and in stores, the gorgeous collection features trousers, blouses, dresses and sandals - all of which have been designed with the warm summer months in mind, and have the M&S quality shoppers have come to know and love.

Summer fashion is all about blending effortlessly chic and flattering silhouettes with light breezy materials, and Marks and Spencer's newest dress manages to check all the boxes.The Pure Cotton One Shoulder Midi Waisted Dress, £39.50 here, has just landed on the high street favourite's website, and is already proving popular with shoppers.The dress is the perfect blend of fitted and floaty, with a silhouette that accentuates your figure and a lightweight cotton material that's perfect for staying cool in warm, humid weather.The perfect addition to your summer wardrobe, we're already envisioning this dress topping our holiday packing lists, whilst being versatile enough to be worn anywhere, any time this season. There's nothing worse than tight waistbands digging in when you're already feeling hot and bothered, which is why this M&S midi is perfect for the summer.

Fans of Criminal Minds: Evolution can watch season 2 knowing that their favorite team is not done hunting those pesky unsubs: Paramount+ has ordered a third season of Criminal Minds sequel series. It will go into production later this year.

Frankie Bridge has been wowing her fans her with her fashion picks lately and it is not hard to see why. The former Saturdays singer, 35, recently shared some of her favourite high street pieces on Instagram and there is one dress that is already flying off the (virtual shelves) thanks to her recommendation.

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After a brief half-term hiatus, Cat Deeley has returned to our screens this week, resuming her hosting duties on This Morning. Not only have we missed her and Ben's on-screen antics, but also her endless style inspiration. This week, she's more than compensated for it, stepping out in a timeless tailored skirt from the high street that's incredibly versatile.The 47 year old donned the Beige Long Tailored Maxi Skirt from River Island on Tuesday's episode, which is priced at £38 here.The skirt, composed of 96% cotton, is perfect for the summer months, with the breathable fabric designed to keep wearers cool in the heat.

When it comes to maternity outfits, clever Emily Atack revealed to her followers the brands she loves for her pregnancy style. One of them being Bumpsuit - a celeb-adored brand that has seen Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Kylie Jenner donning its items too. The piece the TV star snapped up from Bumpsuit that we're swooning over is the ultra-glam Rosie Dress, £150 here.

Joey Essex left Love Island viewers baffled as he made an appearance as the very first bombshell of the series. Known for starring in The Only Way is Essex, Joey waltzed into the villa during the very first episode on Monday 3 June leaving his fellow contestants and viewers at home completely floored - particularly when he revealed his age. At 33, Joey is the oldest contestant to ever enter Love Island.

revealed by LBC from the Met Office to the government, it has estimated that there is a possibility for there to be roughly 50 “wet days” over the next three months.In the summer of 2023, there were 40 days of rain. 1912 holds the record for the most rainy days with 55 checked off.According to Timeout UK, a “wet day” has been described as a “one where 2.5mm of rain falls.” The Met Office also shared that the long-range forecast explained: “The chances of a wetter-than-average period are higher than a drier-than-average one.”They added: “Rainfall at this time of year has a greater risk of localised heavy downpours and thunderstorms,” meaning that the rainfall will often be concentrated within a smaller area.According to Met office data, the UK has had a very wet year so far with the month of February being its wettest since 1836 and Winter 2023/24 was the UK’s eighth wettest on record.Though the summer in the UK is allegedly en route to be the wettest summer in 100 years, the Met Office did confirm that reports of a drenched summer are just estimations.“It’s not possible to forecast a specific number of days of rain in the UK for a whole season,” the forecasters explained to The i .