Got A Social Summer? Here’s 16 Karen Millen Looks For Every Event In Your Calendar
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Whether its weddings or races; graduations or getaways, summer is full of dress coded events – and Karen Millen has an outfit for every single one.
Christmas may snatch the title of party season but really, it’s summer that sees our calendar at its fullest. With every occasion to contend with, from garden parties to graduations, weddings to long weekends away, there are so many reasons to celebrate during the sunshine months - and each one demands we dress up for it. If you're on the hunt for some amazing event-ready looks for all the dates marked in your calendar, let us narrow things down a little bit for you by sharing the one brand who always delivers when it comes to ‘wow’ occasionwear – Karen Millen.
The reality is that as exciting as it is to feel popular, we don’t have the time or energy to be traipsing the high street in search of outfits for every single one. That’s where Karen Millen really comes into its own, with seriously chic dresses, co-ords and tailoring that can get cater to every event that requests the pleasure of your attendance. The brand has always been a go-to for formal events with timelessly elegant pieces that focus on cut and craft, once making them ideally suited to workwear as well as grander occasions. But even I’ve been surprised at just how versatile the collections have become, still offering those understated yet sophisticated styles its famed for but also more directional prints and standout shapes that feel contemporary, cool and just really good fun.
You’re just as likely to find a floaty holiday dress as you are a tailored jumpsuit, while I’ve spotted a gold chainmail top that I’m just itching to try on with a pair of wide leg trousers. Really, there’s no summer dress code that Karen Millen can’t crack – and the 16 looks I’ve curated below prove it.
Be it an expertly-made midi dress – styled with a deliciously flamboyant boater hat - for the races or an embellished maxi for a vibrant take on summer black tie, I’ve done my best to consider every event you may have lined up in the coming months. And with the help of Karen Millen, you’ll wow at each and every one. Scroll on and discover the edit below.
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Satin Back Crepe Column Woven Midaxi Dress
£87.20
Body-skimming satin in a mellow shade of yellow that will work wonders to enhance your tan? Bookmark this minimalist midi for that city wedding you've got coming up.
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Satin Crepe Tie Neck Etched Floral Maxi Dress
£231.20
Go full on with florals and ruffles next time you're heading to a grand venue that handle the competition. This maxi dress is an absolute knockout, and needs little more than neutral shoes and accessories to shine.
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Crystal Applique Deep V Woven Maxi Dress
£295.20
Black Tie in summer can feel like a tough dress code to crack, but this is how you do it. Crystal applique embellishment and cool blue tones that feel red-carpet ready but still seasonally appropriate. I absolutely cannot believe this isn't designer.
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Structured Crepe Pleat Detail Dress
£151.20
Whether you're heading to the races or a wedding, this green pleat detail dress is the perfect way to deliver understated elegance - great if you plan on going extra with the accessories.
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Speaking of which, accessories are the most fun part about a big day at the races - and Karen Millen has so many seriously stylish options that won't make you feel silly. This exaggerated boater is nothing short of stunning and would look amazing with a dramatic all-black look - but don't sleep on using vibrant fascinators and headpieces to liven up a look.
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Plunge V Neck Power Shoulder Slinky Knit Maxi Dress
£83.40
This powerful pink midi dress gives serious main character energy. One for the birthday girl, perhaps?
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Disc Sequin Maxi Skirt
£111.20
This high impact sequin skirt pared by a draped blouse is my new favourite event looking going forward.
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Cotton Topstitch Strappy Maxi Dress
£95.20
Holidays call for big, billowing dresses that offer maximum waft on a hot summer's day. This cotton maxi dress does all that, in a flattering tangerine shade to boot. Just load up on gold jewellery and tan accessories for an easy beach to dinner look.
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Italian Structured Rib & Satin Contrast Panel Midi Dress
£207.20
Sometimes you really can't beat monochrome, particularly during a season that sees people at their most colourful. This Riviera-worthy midi can take you from work events to weekend soirees with just a quick shoe change.
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Compact Stretch Button Bodice Jumpsuit
£159.20
When you fancy a change from the rotation of dresses you've been wearing all season long, this jumpsuit should be first in line. The tailoring inspired details are so clever!
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Taffeta Exaggerated Bow Cami Mini Dress
£104.40
The love for a little black dress doesn't go away just because the sun shines - the extra big bow to the back on this little number gives it a fun and playful edge, not to mention to mini length to show off tanned pins.
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Ombre Sequin And Embroidered Maxi Dress
£323.40
Extra fancy events call for extra fancy dresses, and it doesn't get much fancier than bell sleeves, embroidery, sequins, and ombre - all in one dress. Perfect for black ties, big weddings, the races, galas - anything where you want to really impress.
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Batik Floral Hammered Satin Column Midi Dress
£77.40
Florals for a garden party may be an obvious choice, but I'm obsessed with this Batik take on the trend. This would look amazing in a graduation photograph too!
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Tailored Blazer Tie Waist Jumpsuit
£183.20
Modern brides - this one is for you. A beautifully tailored alternative to a wedding dress that is ideal for registry office dos and city hall celebrations.
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Bandage Corset Detail Knit Midi Dress
£79.20
If you want to look sexy, this is the dress. Great for events where you're likely to run into an ex.
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Tulle Sheer Woven Maxi Skirt
£79.20
I can't stop thinking about this tulle skirt after seeing influencer Micah Gianneli styling it with a white blazer and belt. So stunning, spring, summer, autumn or winter.