'Beautiful' Boden polka dot dress that guarantees compliments drops to £80 in August sale

While some might be rummaging through sales for last-minute summer buys, the new season arrivals are already here to help shoppers get their wardrobes ready for autumn, and Boden's ever-effortless pieces are the ones we can't stop swooning over.

The transeasonal edit focuses on workwear and it features a capsule of trend-led pieces - all of which are chic, wearable, and completely stylist-approved. What's more is that Boden has extended its bank holiday sale offer until this Sunday, August 31.

Shoppers get to enjoy a site-wide 20% discount on everything when checking out with the code: T4TM. One popular item we spotted is the Ivy Smocked Midi Dress in French Navy and Painted Dot, marked down to £79.20 from £99.

Ideal for dressing up or down, this floaty midi dress is designed with a modest notch neckline and soft smocking around the waist to flatter the silhouette. The dark navy fabric is adorned with a tomato-red spot print.

The Ivy dress also comes in other patterns and it is rated 4.6 out of five stars based on 277 reviews, with one shopper saying: "This is such a beautiful dress. I love the 'Ivy' style because of the generous length, flattering sleeves and lowish neckline. It's so easy and comfortable to wear. The red pattern looks quite bold on the hanger but once on, it looks very attractive."

Another gave a five-star review based on the fit: "Bought size 10, great fit. Comfortable and had compliments every time I've worn it." And a third echoed: "Fits really well with a nice defined waistline and good sleeve length."

Over at Hobbs, theJaci Jersey Dress in berry red is perfect for brightening up autumn wardrobes and it retails for £99. The dress features a flattering geometric print and cinched waist design.

Alternatively, Boden's new arrivals also include a Sienna Silk Shirt in navy and white polka dots. Reduced from £139 to £111.20, the shirt can be styled a number of ways, both for casual and dressy events.

A customer loved the fabric and said she 'feels a million dollars' wearing the Sienna shirt. But not all reviews were glowing as a shopper noted: "Sized up two times as wanted a loose fit, and reviews suggested it comes up small, which it does and the arms are not roomy, even sizing up. I have however, enjoyed wearing this shirt. Nice quality fabric."

Next's Ecru Spot Crepe Long Sleeve Button Down Shirt is not made of silk but the textured crepe fabric looks just as comfortable, plus the price tag is more wallet-friendly. It's currently on sale and reduced to £16.50 (was £34).

Other than polka dots, stripes are having a moment lately and the high street has plenty of ways to embrace this pattern. Boden's Marcia Jersey Shirt Dress in Chestnut and Ivory Stripe, down to £95.20 from £119, is cut from soft jersey that will surely keep wearers comfortable.

The piece has a classic shirt dress shape and is finished with a waist-defining belt. A shopper mentioned: "The length is good, the fabric is a winter weight - a lovely dress for every occasion, just add jewellery."

Another said: "I'm hopeful of getting lots of wear when the weather cools down a bit. It's a smart, but practical addition to my wardrobe."

For more Boden new-season styles, shoppers can visit the website and use code T4TM to get 20% off - but only until August 31.

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