"Red will always make a memorable and striking alternative to a little black dress," says woman&home Fashion Ecommerce Editor Caroline Parr. "Carole's style is so simple with its bracelet-length ...

With a dramatic scoop neckline that exposes pretty much her entire torso, the dress reveals a sheer ... The elegant balloon sleeves and pencil silhouette of the design, paired with practical ...

5. Terrific Tweed: Tweed is an undeniably luxurious-looking fabric. This cap-sleeve dress has a flattering pencil-style silhouette - $48! 6. Black-Out: This midi-length dress has a chic twisted ...

With flared short fluted sleeves and a crossover neckline ... Also available is the Wallis Tailored Crepe Ruffle Pencil Dress, £65, which comes in sage and blush colours.