The £78 dress that made me love my arms again

Although I know there’s absolutely nothing wrong with my upper arms, like many women I prefer to keep them covered, even in summer. What is it with us Brits and our upper arms? Despite my best intentions, I always grab a cardigan last minute when heading out the door. But enough! Time to find a remedy, and when you think about it, the answer is unbelievably easy: simply choose a dress with a statement short sleeve.

I found one at Oliver Bonas, which in one short week changed my summer style. In a blue and white tile print, it has a cinched waist and squared-off short sleeves, and at £78, solves my arm paranoia in one fell swoop, giving me the confidence boost I needed.

I also found a chic polka-dot tea dress with pretty flutter-sleeves from F&F, a versatile Free People T-shirt dress and many other affordable styles shared here – all chosen to also give you the confidence to ditch your cardigan for good.

So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to give your summer capsule wardrobe a feel-good upgrade.