Olivia Dress

A black dress with a bit of stretch, cut clean and simple so you can take it wherever the day goes. The polyester blend keeps its deep black colour wash after wash, and the touch of elastane means it moves with you instead of pulling.

When you need one dress that handles a full day at the desk and an evening out without a change of clothes, this is the one to reach for. The plain black cut works as a base, so a belt, some bold jewellery or a standout pair of shoes shifts the whole look.

The fabric is the reason to pick it: it holds its shape and colour through the wash, and the stretch lets it sit close without squeezing.

Layer a blazer over the top for meetings, or throw on a denim jacket or trench when it turns cold.