When your job is to find emerging trends and showing your fellow fashion enthusiasts each brand's seasonal must-haves, you need to be an open-minded shopper. Very rarely will I disregard a trend before trying it for myself. But admittedly, I tend to shop in certain stores for certain items. Take & Other Stories, for example. As soon as I cross its threshold (both in real life or online), I know I'll come away with one of two things: a pair of jeans or a great dress. Similarly, Mango is my one-stop shop for shoes, while Zara serves as my go-to for blazers. Lingerie? Marks and Spencer. Wardrobe staples? Arket. And so on.
Anouk wears the Pleated Knitted Maxi Dress (£115)
The downside is that I'll sometimes enter a store with blinders on, seeking out the pieces I usually buy instead of taking in what else is on offer. But I've recently learned the error of my ways. I'm a dress girl through and through, and lately, all of the frocks I've been admiring are from one place: COS.
Vic wears the Sleeveless Open-Knit Midi Dress (currently £55 in the sale)
Previously, I'd have never considered COS a dress destination. (My COS purchases usually start and end with Breton stripes and tailored trousers.) But after discovering these styles, I know I'm going to be hooked on its frocks from here on out. I keep spotting my favourite influencers donning COS styles, and naturally, I now plan on joining them. Keep scrolling to shop my edit of the best COS dresses (plus a few are currently in the sale!)
Shop the Best COS Dresses:
Just wait until you see the back of this dress.
A versatile addition to any wardrobe.
This whole look is seriously chic.
I love how Anouk shows this can be dressed up or down.
Simple, understated, and perfectly designed.
I can already picture this with sandals and a basket bag.
This dropped-waist maxi dress is so elegant.
From the draped hem to the halterneck, there's a lot to love about this dress.
Every great wardrobe deserves a brilliant LBD.
Acting affiliates editor, Florrie, tried this on recently and I haven't stopped thinking about it since.
The seaming adds an elegant silhouette to this dress.
Stripes are always in style.
I haven't stopped thinking about this dress since it first released.
This bold red shade is sure to make a statement.
A dress that will suit everyone.
A very summer-ready piece.
A black dress is a great backdrop for playful accessories.
The gathered details are so flattering.
A dress that looks great from every angle.
Take note of the tie bow details on the back.
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