Do you recall Princess Beatrice’s flowering attire at the Chelsea Flower Show? M&S simply dropped a magnificent lookalike

By editor
April 10, 2024

One of the classic outfits worn at the Chelsea Flower Show in 2022 is the decorative midi gown.

The daughter of looked sufficiently intimate and romantic as she stepped out in the company’s Carolena clothing in the company’s signature Pompadour print. The event itself is known for its spectacular flower displays.

The ethically-sourced LA-based brand is known for its stunning decorative dresses, and Princess Beatrice’s royal presence immediately caused a mass sell-out as it immediately flew off the shelves.

In 2022, Princess Beatrice and her father Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi attend the Chelsea Flower Show.© Dan Kitwood
In 2022, Princess Beatrice and her father Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi attend the Chelsea Flower Show.

The midi dress is now out of stock, and there is no indication when it might be restocked, but I recently came across a Marks & Spencer fresh season dress that is so affordable.

The lightweight fabric comes in a nearly identical blue and white delicate flowering printing, making it ideal for summer. It has the same sophisticated cut, a significantly defined waist, a circular neck, and ruffle detail sleeves that are only slightly shorter, and falls in the middle of the calf.

Retailing for £39.50 or$ 69.99 in the US, it’s accessible in UK sizes 6- 24 and three different measures- although you’ll need to go as many are now selling out.

Now a bestseller at M&S, customers are grade the flowering midi 4.5/5 stars, with one writing:” This is a lovely dress, the fit is best. This could be dressed up or down.

While another said: “Beautiful summertime clothing. Gentle cloth. Nice design. Rather slimming”.

And one visitor added: “Love this dress, but attractive and lovely, would undoubtedly advocate”.

A pair of buckled black heeled pumps, a black top-handle bag, and a velvet bow accented her floral dress. Her hair was sported half up half down, and she finished the look with a slick of pink lipstick and natural makeup.

Princess Beatrice styled Reformation's Carolena dress with black heels and a matching bag and hair bow© Dan Kitwood
Carolena dress by Princess Beatrice was outfitted with black heels, a bag, and a hair bow.

I’d style the Marks & Spencer dress with more neutral accessories, like nude or white barely-there strappy heeled sandals and a matching clutch bag, for a wedding, christening, or party this summer. For more casual occasions, it could also be dressed down with a pair of white trainers, gold hoops, and a white oversized denim jacket, as M&S demonstrated.

& Other Stories is known for its floral midis, and as usual, it has a stylish summer piece in the form of the, which is made of 100% linen and has a flattering split hem.

Additionally, Nobody’s Child has a very wearable midi with a sky blue floral print. has a classic tea dress cut with vintage-inspired details and retails for just £49.

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