Sometimes we find the best dresses are served up to us like the tastiest afternoon teas – with plenty of tiers. Chinti & Parker’s halterneck Clarissa maxi dress is proof that you can never have too many (although the same might not be said for mini sandwiches). Stitched from striped cotton with waves of fluttery ruffles stacked one on top of the other, it’s calling for a twirl round a dance floor. LoveShackFancy cotton dressExposed self tie fastenings at backHalter neck, sleeveless, elasticated waistband, sheer lace trims, all over stripe pattern, tiered ruffle skirt100% cottonMachine washTrue to sizeSize small: length 57”Model is 5ft 9" and wears a size small