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Must Have Shift Dress

This is a dress that every woman needs in her wardrobe. Its clean, classic lines and subtle pleats create a feminine but flattering shape that skims neatly over the hips.

Average customer rating: 4.429 out of 5 4.4 out of 5
37 of 42 (88%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer reviews for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Beautiful but not for large busts,  26 November 2009 By fortynotfaultysomething
Fit: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
City: Ashford
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: 3 - 5 times
"This really is beautiful. I ordered the pink colour variation and was so excited. I fit Boden 14R - my bust is 32FF which is why I go for the 14 but I am a 12 for skirts and trousers. This one just wont do up ... well it could but I didnt want to break it! I would recommend it as the fabric hangs lovely just needed a touch more fabric (for me) in the top part. Oh well ..."
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Review 2 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Great shape,  23 October 2009 By Lucylu
Fit: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Age: Below 25
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: Twice
"Very classic shift, but a little different due to neckline, and will look good with belts. Great fit in the body, but way too long! I ordered the 8R (I am normally a size 8, 5'2"), and have had to have it shortened by about 4"!! It originally fell at least 2" below my knees, which wasn't flattering. Useful dress, but beware if you are petite."
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Review 3 for Must Have Shift Dress

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Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
stunning in purple,  04 October 2009 By boden fan
City: Leicester
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"Gosh how I wished this fitted me. I ordered the purple in my usual boden 12, and it was just a tad too snug across my ribs. Otherwise the fit was perfect and so flattering. The rich purple colour is fabulous and overall the dress is excellent quality. If you are able to snap one up at this price in the sale, do not hesitate a moment longer!"
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Review 4 for Must Have Shift Dress

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Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Lovely dress,  10 September 2009 By Turkeytrot
Fit: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
City: Sheffield
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"Bought this in the purple and the blue in a size 10R. Am 5'4" with 34D bust. The purple fit very well and looks really nice - I would agree with a previous reviewer though that the skirt would be much better if it was a straight rather than A-line shape. The blue in the same size was like a completely different dress - massive! It was 2" longer than the purple and was just baggy everywhere - I even checked the label to make sure it wasn't a 12. If it had been the same fit as the purple I would've kept it, but it just has to go. The size and fit difference in the same garment but in a different colour is something I've noticed quite a bit with boden - it's a real nuisance and so frustrating. Would certainly recommend the dress though, especially in purple."
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Review 5 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Must have shift dress,  09 September 2009 By Francis
Fit: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
City: Whitehaven
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: 3 - 5 times
"You MUST have this shift dress..... I love it, love it, love it! I sometimes find with Boden that I have to order a different size to what I normally wear - but I bought this in my usual size 12 and it was just perfect. I felt fabulous all evening."
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Review 6 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
19 August 2009 By Eyeore
Product Experience:
Tighter than expected 4 out of 7 Looser than expected
Shorter than expected 4 out of 7 Longer than expected
City: Hertfordshire
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"A perfect LBD and it fits like a glove, very happy with my purchse."
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Review 7 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Lovely flattering dress,  15 August 2009 By miss mo
Product Experience:
Tighter than expected 4 out of 7 Looser than expected
Shorter than expected 4 out of 7 Longer than expected
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"This just arrived and I am delighted. I was hoping it would fit, and having read the reviews, opted for a 16L. I am a busty 5ft7 and it is perfect! The high waist is really flattering, and the pleats over the tummy hide any imperfections in that area. The best thing about it is that it isn't too tight across the hips which I usually find a problem, but this dress has plenty of room to sit down comfortably. The longer length ends just below the knee, which is what I wanted. I would really recommend this, especially at sale price!"
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Review 8 for Must Have Shift Dress

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Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Yes you MUST HAVE IT,  13 August 2009 By beck
Product Experience:
Tighter than expected 4 out of 7 Looser than expected
Shorter than expected 4 out of 7 Longer than expected
City: Devon
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"OMG! I was in two minds whether to buy this dress but in the end I gave in and bought two with the intention of returning one but my goodness what a lovely dress. Fits like a glove, beautiful fabric and weight and the cut is very elegant even for my pale and a bit pudgy arms....I feel fab! I am 5ft 2inch and 27w 37hips 32dd bust and it just fits beautifully. As another reviewer said it feels like it was made for you....and when you have my dimensions that is a rarity."
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Review 9 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
the perfect dress,  10 August 2009 By equatorial
Fit: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

Country: Australia
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: 3 - 5 times
"After sitting on the fence over this dress I finally bought it on sale.

It fit my "athletic" 165cm, 53kg frame perfectly - and skimmed nicely over my not-so toned-after 4-children tummy too! I bought the 10 in the blue print and am seriously thinking of going back for the purple - hard to justify as it is probably a bit too hot for this climate (far north Australia).

I was worried about other reviewers saying it was tight around the waist, but the 10 is fine on my 71cm waist.

Perfect for a wedding or dry season party!"
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Review 10 for Must Have Shift Dress

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Overall rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
must have shift dress,  08 August 2009 By madshopper
Fit: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
City: Somerset
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 45 - 54
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"Ordered a 10r and a 12 r. The 10 fitted beautifully but was a bit tight across the bust. 34d. I sized up to the 12r and although it fits better I will have to have the dress altered to narrow it from the waist down. I bought it in the sale so I will definately be keeping it. Feels wonderful on. Have had many comments."
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Review 11 for Must Have Shift Dress

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Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
It really is must have!,  25 July 2009 By Cassandra
Fit: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
City: Petersfield, Hampshire
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 45 - 54
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"You really can't go wrong with this dress. I got the 10R in the brown/red colour and got the bow coat to go with it - they look great together. 10R sits just at the knee. It's a very flattering cut - figure hugging but not obscenely so. It looks just like in the photo really! Smart enough for work, but also for a wedding or garden party. If you're not sure, don't hesitate!"
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Review 12 for Must Have Shift Dress

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Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
A must have,  24 July 2009 By eve101
Fit: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 25 - 34
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: 3 - 5 times
"I have to agree with the previous review. I have hourglass figure & in general it's difficult to find non-jersey/ non-stretch dress which would fit. I am size 12 & the dress fits as it was made for me! I have ordered in the blue print & purple & keeping both."
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Review 13 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Lovely,  24 June 2009 By MandyT68
Fit: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
City: Scotland
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: 3 - 5 times
"I have just bought this for a summer wedding and the dress fits beautifully. I am 5ft 10 and bought the long length which is just on the knee. I also bought the coat that matches which is lovely and they go really well together. Worth the money but more than this month's mortgage."
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Review 14 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Essential Summer Shift,  05 June 2009 By Mill
Fit: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
City: Totteridge,NW London
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 55 - 64
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"Having first received (and returned) this dress in the longer length I opted for Reg14, which fitted perfectly over the bust, but seemed large around the hips. My husband thought the print was beautiful (I also have the dress in Purple), so rather than return I decided to be brave and take in the side seams. It is now perfect, and is to be worn to a series of lunches here in Spain! Well done again Boden"
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Review 15 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Beautiful classic dress,  03 June 2009 By Trish the dish
Fit: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
City: Worcestershire
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 45 - 54
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: 3 - 5 times
"What a fab surprise! I wasn't expecting great things from this dress but needed something for a party. I bought the 8R and 10R in purple and although the 8 fitted, I felt I had just a bit more room in the 10. Despite reading the product sizing before I ordered, I hadn't realised there are pleats at the waist and being slightly pear shaped, the 8 pulled every so slightly on the pleats. The surprise was that the bust still fitted fine in the 10 even though I am a 32", as the slight pleating hides this. Being 5'2" the regular length comes just to my knee so not too long or short. All in all a beautiful, quality and classic dress which I know appears to be expensive but you do get real quality. I'll be wearing with my fab emerald flower heels for the party, but this dress could also be worn with a little cardi for less formal look. Very tempted to buy the floral one too, but two dreses at that price would be excessive! Wouldn't it ....???"
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Review 16 for Must Have Shift Dress

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Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Beautiful Dress,  31 May 2009 By Millie
Fit: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
City: Leeds
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"Ordered this in the purple, which is darker than pictured but a gorgeous colour and does catch the light beautifully in the sunshine. I am hourglass shape, 5'8" and my usual 10L fitted great."
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Review 17 for Must Have Shift Dress

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Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
patience rewarded,  21 May 2009 By shoptodrop
Fit: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
City: Preston
Country: United Kingdom
Age: 45 - 54
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: More than 5 times
"I originally ordered this dress in my usual size, 14, but when it arrived it was far too tight under the bust (couldn't zip it up) and rather short, so I returned it and sent for the 16L instead, which is perfect. Lovely fit and just the right length (I'm 5'8). I've had this problem once before with a Boden dress that was fitted under the bust, but everything else has always been fine in a size 14 so i don't think it's me getting fatter (at least I hope not...). Incidentally, well done Boden for processing the return and exchange very quickly."
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Review 18 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Classy dress,  19 May 2009 By Bashers
Fit: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
City: Moscow
Country: Russian Federation
Age: 45 - 54
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: 3 - 5 times
"It took me ages to order this dress as I wasn't quite sure if it was 'me'. Eventually I asked my husband if it would suit me and got a resounding 'yes'!
I'm delighted with it - it looks classy and I found it easy to find accessories.
I will be wearing it to a wedding in Athens next weekend.
I'm 5' 8'' and a size 12. I ordered a 12R and it sits perfectly on my knees. It is a little big on the shoulders but overall not a problem."
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Review 19 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Perfectly cut lovely fit,  12 May 2009 By Als
Fit: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5

Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: Once
"I got this dress in black for work. Absolutely beautiful fit, very flattering - makes me look smaller than I am! Size 10. I received many comments asking me where I bought it. A little bit expensive but hope it will last. Good quality."
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Review 20 for Must Have Shift Dress

Overall rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Perfect dress; perfect fit,  05 May 2009 By julie
Fit: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
City: Brussels
Country: Belgium
Age: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
How often have you shopped with Boden in the last 12 months?: Twice
"a perfect fit (size 8); great colour and true to the picture on the website.
I havent washed this dress yet, but so far certainly all my Boden purchases have come out 100% of the washing machine. A sheer pleasure to wear!"
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