Matalan dress that ‘doesn’t show lumps and bumps’ drops to £5

Finding an outfit that keeps you cool and comfortable without sacrificing style in the warm weather can be quite the challenge. However, fashion enthusiasts gearing up for the next spell of sunshine have been snapping up a heatwave-friendly dress from Matalan, widely praised as ‘perfect for work on hot days’.

The Trapeze Maxi Dress is a lightweight, airy design that suits scorching temperatures beautifully. Available in nine colours and prints, including rust, olive green, black and leopard print, it typically retails at £22 – but there’s a way to get it for less.

New TopCashback members who register for a free account and spend £15 or more can claim a £15 sign-up bonus, alongside cashback on their Matalan purchase. This effectively reduces the price to just £5.17 when opting for free Click and Collect. Existing TopCashback members can also make savings, paying £20.17 after cashback, reports the Liverpool Echo.

The bestselling floaty frock is available in sizes eight to 28, making it a versatile summer essential for a broad range of shoppers. Relaxed enough for everyday wear and boasting practical pockets, it’s equally sophisticated enough to pair with heels, a clutch bag and jewellery for an evening meal or drinks out.

In warmer conditions, many favour lightweight, flowing styles that barely graze the skin, frequently sleeveless to permit the underarms some ventilation. As an option, ASOS offers this ASOS Design V neck sleeveless column maxi dress in navy for £48. Nevertheless, it holds just a 2.7 star rating with one customer noting that it’s ‘quite crinkly’ and not bra-friendly owing to the racerback style.

At Nobody’s Child, the Green Striped Cynthia Maxi Dress is a fun, patterned trapeze dress presently reduced to £50, down from £99. It features a scoop neck and adjustable spaghetti straps, with practical pockets, though once more, the open back makes it more challenging to wear a bra.

Matalan’s sleeveless trapeze silhouette is bra-friendly and has received enthusiastic reviews from shoppers, numerous of whom describe it as ‘such a flattering dress’. One customer said: “Bought this and wow what an amazing dress. The fit, length and fabric are all great and the price is unbeatable.”

Another adored it so much that they’ve purchased it in multiple colours, writing: “Wow, Matalan are getting it so right with dresses right now. This dress is absolutely fabulous. Cool, flowy, flattering and with pockets. I adore how this dress feels, looks, moves and I’ve bought it in 4 colours. I can’t wait to take these dresses on holiday. Dress them up or down with accessories, you won’t regret getting this.”

It suits a variety of occasions too, whether that’s an office environment or a getaway. One wrote: “Bought this dress and it’s perfect for work on hot days. Kept me cool. Looks great with a belt too.”

Another added: “I bought this to take on holiday and it travelled well, not creased at all. I bought it in brown and I’m thinking of getting a red one too. Love it. Looks elegant (and doesn’t show my lumps and bumps).”

While the bulk of reviews are glowing, a small number of customers did highlight a few minor issues. One shopper said: “The button and hole on the back for me is fiddly especially with my acrylics on.”

Another mentioned that theirs ‘shrunk’ somewhat in the wash, but was broadly satisfied with their purchase, commenting: “This is a flattering style especially for the larger lady. I did buy a larger size and was so pleased. I bought the animal print which was so comfortable to wear that I also bought a black one.

“I felt the animal print shrank slightly when washed but on a plus side it didn’t need ironing. Have yet to wash the black dress. Daughter in law commented on my lovely dress. So pleased with my purchases I might just buy the red one.”

Here’s how to secure the Matalan dress for £5.17:

• Register for a complimentary TopCashback account via this link.

• Search for Matalan and select ‘Get Cashback Now’.

• Shop and complete checkout as normal.

• Cashback will then track and appear in TopCashback accounts within seven working days of purchase.