Hood Loves... The Perfect Little Black Dress, £49.50, M&S

A little black dress, but not as you know it. With its sculptural bubble hem, flattering fitted bodice and soft summer-weight cotton, this midaxi from M&S is a wardrobe hero with serious main character energy.

The wide, elegant neckline is pure Audrey—timeless, flattering, and made for sweeping up your hair and adding a flick of eyeliner. Whether it’s a garden party, city drinks, or a last-minute wedding invite, this is the dress that goes anywhere and always delivers.

It’s fresh, lightweight, and just detailed enough to stand out—without shouting. One shopper called it “stunning” with a “beautiful skirt shape,” while another summed it up perfectly: “I felt really nice in it and lots and lots of women asked me where it was from.”

We’re calling it now: this is the dress of the season. Just add sandals and a slick of red lipstick.