Archive July 24, 2025

The crinkle maxi dress from ASOS has become the fashion editor’s favorite outfit for warm, sunny days this summer, and this dress is no exception.

One or two pieces frequently turn out to be your wardrobe’s most sought-after item each season. The ASOS DESIGN Scoop Neck Crinkle Maxi Dress is available this summer.

The maxi dress has become a default look for fashion editors looking for an easy and effortlessly chic outfit to throw on when the temperatures soar, and as Mirror’s senior fashion writer, I couldn’t wait to join their ranks. I managed to get my hands on the chocolate brown version of the dress – no mean feat, considering the dress keeps consistently selling out – and as soon as it arrived, I knew it was about to be a staple in my wardrobe.

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The initial necklace by Zara McDermott gives a sweet nod to a romance by Louis Tomlinson.

The Scoop Neck Crinkle Maxi Dress retails for about £34, and the Curve option is currently for sale, down to £22.40, with only the black colorway remaining in stock. The dress is also super flattering on all body types, lightweight, and comfortable to wear in the summer heat, and it’s also light on my bank balance.

It’s made of 100% cotton, which is the ideal fabric for wearing in higher temperatures because it’s breathable and sweat-wicking. Additionally, it provides the dress with the appropriate amount of structure and weight to keep its shape while remaining comfortable.

The dress came in my preferred size, and it fit perfectly. The cross over straps are adjustable, and the shirred bodice allows you to stretch and support your curves and busts. If you’re larger in the bust, it might be worthwhile to sizing up just to give yourself some extra room to move, because the straps are a little short.

The subtle details, however, contribute to the Scoop Neck Crinkle Maxi Dress’s outrageously flattering appeal. The shirred bodice curves over your hips and ends in a V-shape at both the back and front, creating a drop-height effect and creating an hourglass silhouette. All body types will find the scoop neck to be beautiful.

Although it’s a maxi length dress, I wasn’t too tall for me to wear it because I’m only five feet four inches tall. It was simple to wear with any pair of shoes, whether ballet flats, sandals, or heels, because it skimmed the top of my feet.

The Scoop Neck Crinkle Maxi Dress is available in five other colors, including red, green, and a brown and white gingham, despite my choice of chocolate brown. You’ll need to be quick to get it in your size because of how well-known it is because it has been consistently selling out quickly.

I also discovered some fantastic high street alternatives if you haven’t tried it or just want some other options. Hollister’s Strapless Linen-Blend Midi Dress is now available for only £28.99, down from £49.95, while New Look’s White Ditsy Print V Waist Poplin Midi Dress is currently available for sale for just £34.99.

Nobody’s Child’s Black Tiered Chloe Midi Dress is also a great option if you want a little bit more coverage than the scoop neck provides. It has a fitted bodice and a higher neckline. Perfect for the summer, it then flares out into a three-piece skirt with plenty of movement.

However, you can purchase the Scoop Neck Crinkle Maxi Dress from ASOS for £34 in sizes 6 to 14 or choose the Curve option for £22.40.

For thousands less, Abbott Lyon’s “gorgeous” watch looks just like Princess Diana’s Cartier one if you want to get the designer look without the high price tag.

First created in the 1980s, Cartier’s Panthère Watch is an iconic design loved by many celebrities, from Madonna to Gwenyth Paltrow and even royalty such as Princess Diana. Prices can range anywhere from £4k to £128k and up, meaning it is definitely a luxury investment that not many can part with.

However, we’re here to help you out with an alternative version that’s well over £3k+ cheaper. The watch we’ve spotted is the Essence Gold Sunray 19 Watch from Abbott Lyon, which is priced at £149, making it roughly £7,851 less than the standard Panthère de Cartier watch.

Abbott Lyon’s Essence watch features a square pink champagne dial set against an 18k gold-plated five-link strap. Finished with Quartz Seiko movement, water resistance and a two-year quality guarantee, it’s a thoughtful gift for a loved one or yourself.

Its sleek design, square face, and sophisticated appearance, which fortunately doesn’t cost the same as the price, make it possible to get a four-figure piece of cake.

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The shopper wrote, “Gorgeous watch, small and dainty, goes so well with all jewelry and amazing quality,” and there are currently only a few reviews. There are currently no negative reviews.

If your preference is for a watch with gold links and pink champagne dial, you can get one in a two-toned silver and gold colorway. The dial with mixed metals has a stunning pearlescent design that is both stylish and versatile.

The mixed metal option was praised by another customer, who wrote, “I haven’t worn a watch in a while, aside from my sports watch, but I had treated myself to a little birthday gift. At the weekend, I wore my new watch and received a lot of compliments. Even the happiest people assumed it to be a high-end luxury watch. It definitely appears to be more expensive than it was. Such a straightforward but lovely piece.

In its summer sale, Debenhams has reduced the price of hundreds of watches by thousands of pounds. The price for the GV2 Milan Swiss Quartz Diamonds Silver Dial IPYG and Stainless Steel watch drops from £2, 995 to £189.75. This is a mixed metals timepiece with a square face and a little extra galm from the diamonds around the dial, similar to the Cartier and Abbott Lyon.

Following the outcry surrounding the tributary rebranding, Aldi has confirmed that the “Aldeh” sign will still be visible at its Prestwich store.

Oasis mania will Live Forever as a major supermarket tells fans to Stop Crying Your Heart Out over fears a tribute in the Gallagher brothers’ hometown will be taken down. Aldi has confirmed that the rebranded ‘Aldeh’ sign at its Bury New Road store in Prestwich, Manchester will stay put following a wave of public support.

The sign – a playful nod to the Mancunian pronunciation of Aldi and a tribute to Oasis’ reunion tour – was initially meant as a temporary feature, set to be removed after the final Manchester gig.

However, it swiftly became an unexpected tourist attraction for fans flocking to the city. Oasis enthusiasts and locals alike started queuing for selfies, posts went viral, and a fan petition to make the sign permanent amassed over 1,300 signatures in less than a week.

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The petition to keep the sign was initiated by a Manchester local, Ella Curtis, who penned: “What started as a nod to a special reunion, quickly took on a life of its own. The rebrand resonated with people across Manchester and beyond. Photos of the sign went viral, because it tapped into something meaningful: pride in where we’re from, and in what this city has given the world. In short, Prestwich got its own Blue Plaque.”

The Prestwich store is just a stone’s throw from Heaton Park, where Oasis performed five sell-out shows this month. The sign is now even listed on Google Maps as a cultural landmark, complete with glowing 5* reviews – with one visitor dubbing it ‘the Stonehenge of a generation’.

Liam Gallagher himself added to the excitement, sharing a snap of the sign on his Instagram story, while local Bury MP Christian Wakeford also expressed his support for the petition.

Aldi previously tantalised fans on social media about making the sign permanent, posting: “Boss said we also need 10,000 likes and a comment from one of the Gallaghers”. Noel’s daughter, Anais, promptly responded on TikTok, and with fans giving the Facebook post over 15,000 likes, Aldi’s Chief Executive Officer, Giles Hurley, had no option but to personally back the decision.

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Hurley confirmed the news on LinkedIn, saying: “Aldi UK renamed our store in Heaton Park, Manchester, Aldeh.” Supersonic fans and proud Mancunians visiting the store to experience it for themselves have influenced the response.

A neighborhood resident started a petition last week asking that we keep the sign. We went to social media to see what our customers thought, so naturally, we did. Turns out, people are upset and want the sign to stay. We’ll be keeping the Aldeh sign in honor of Manchester, I’m pleased to announce! As you were. #TeamAldi #AldiUK #Aldeh #OasisReunion.

The world has been watching Manchester since the Oasis reunion. After the band’s five homecoming shows, oasis promoters recently thanked Manchester City Council for their “first class delivery” of the city’s most significant “music event.”

As part of their reunion world tour Oasis Live’25, the rock band, which is made up of brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher, performed their final night of music at Manchester’s Heaton Park on Sunday.

The band’s highly anticipated homecoming performances, the first in more than 16 years, saw thousands of concertgoers singing the band’s lyrics back to the brothers, and thousands of non-ticketed fans gathered outside the arena to watch the band play.

The city made it known that the Gallagher brothers were back before the concert, with Liam’s voice acting in Liam’s voice during the tram network’s announcement voiceover at Heaton Park.

The concert promoters acknowledged Manchester City Council, the emergency services, and members of the Safety Advisory team for their assistance, noting the logistics involved in making sure the concerts went ahead safely.

We were blown away by the incredible support, atmosphere, and success of Oasis’ five homecoming shows, according to Rob Ballantine, director of SJM Concerts. They established their position as the UK’s most significant cultural force, and those performances will remain a memory for many thousands of music fans for generations to come. They will also remain a part of Manchester music history’s folklore for decades.

“Manchester City Council significantly contributed to the success of the concerts by promoting Manchester Live ’25 throughout the city. The safety and comfort of almost 350, 000 fans was of paramount importance and a great success, along with the emergency services and TfGM (Transport for Greater Manchester).

SJM Concerts and Oasis thanks the council, the emergency services, and the Safety Advisory Team for delivering one of the city’s biggest and most significant music events in a timely manner.

“We would like to acknowledge the incredible atmosphere that fans seem to have consistently chosen the concerts to be their best nights of the year”! It was a pleasure to be a part of the incredible team that produced these events’ success.