White Stuff shoppers beg for more colours of £75 dress slashed to £38 that 'hides the tummy'

White Stuff shoppers are loving a dress that's perfect for summer and beyond. Both practical and stylish, it's a versatile piece that can be worn for different occasions.

And the V Neck Lucy Midi Dress has been reduced from £75 to £38. Available in petite and regular, it comes in chartreuse print, navy multi (£75) and blue print (£60) - although most sizes of the latter are currently out of stock.

Made from breathable viscose, the garment is cut in a classic fit with a V-neck. Designed to fall to a midi length, it's slightly cinched at the waist for a flattering figure.

READ MORE: Next's £28 summer dress is so 'figure flattering' shoppers buy more than one

"Very comfortable, I get compliments every time I wear it" (Image: White Stuff)

It can easily be dressed up or down, but for a more casual look, you can add a pair of white trainers such as the £45 Pippa Flatform Trainer from White Stuff. The dress has a 4.5 rating from across 580 reviews.

A very pleased shopper wrote: "I love this dress, it's flattering and falls well so hides the tummy and is very light. I'm a size 18 and short but this dress doesn't make me look frumpy.

Another added: "A great flattering dress, more colours please. It keeps you cool in this hot summer heat."

V Neck Lucy Midi Dress

V Neck Lucy Midi Dress

Made from breathable viscose, the dress is cut in a classic fit with a V-neck. Designed to fall to a midi length, it's slightly cinched at the waist for a flattering figure.

£38-£75

White Stuff

A third commented: "My favourite dress this summer, easy to wear and cool in this hot weather. I had compliments when wearing it, and the material hangs well."

Some customers, however, complained about the fit: "I loved the colour and style and the top fitted beautifully but then it goes out from front and back like a tent. Would be a lovely pregnancy dress but I'm well past that."

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Alternatively, there's the Butter Yellow Ditsy Floral Kharian Midi Dress from Nobody's Child. Retailing for £65, it features a V-neck and a tie-back detail.

There's also the £49.99 Printed Button-up Short Sleeve Midi Tea Dress from Superdry. Available in rosy ditsy red, betsy ditsy brown, ditsy flower navy, sea breeze floral print, and red hearts, it's designed to fit closer to the body for a more tailored look.

You can get the £38-£75 White Stuff V Neck Lucy Midi Dress here and the £45 White Stuff Pippa Flatform Trainer here. Shop the £65 Butter Yellow Ditsy Floral Kharian Midi Dress at Nobody's Child and the £49.99 Printed Button-up Short Sleeve Midi Tea Dress at Superdry.

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Fury as Hillingdon garden centre closure approved but council leader and cabinet member are no-shows

Hillingdon Council's Cabinet has approved plans to close a "vital" garden centre in West London maintained by volunteers with learning difficulties, however two key decision makers were notably absent.

Both the Leader of the Council, Councillor Ian Edwards, and the relevant Cabinet Member, Cllr Eddie Lavery, chose not to attend the meeting on Thursday (June 26) much to the fury of campaigners who attended en masse.

Despite a public campaign and petition with thousands of signatures to keep the Rural Activities Garden Centre open, both key decision makers failed to attend the crucial meeting where its closure was ultimately approved.

This is the first time this year that Cllr Edwards has not attended a Cabinet meeting. Speaking after the closure was rubber-stamped, Danny Beales, MP for Uxbridge and South Ruislip, told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) it was "disrespectful" for the councillors not to attend.

He said: "The fact they've not shown the willingness to engage with residents, or even turn up… if they're on holiday or have a valid reason this meeting could have been delayed. People deserve the decency of being spoken to. This is symbolic of how this council operates."

Dozens of protesters attended the meeting on Thursday (June 26) (Image: Philip James Lynch)

Prior to the meeting, a large crowd of over 100 people gathered outside the Civic Centre to protest the looming closure. The demonstration was attended by a number of opposition councillors, the local City Hall representative, Bassam Mahfouz, and two Labour MPs.

Usually, only a handful of residents attend Hillingdon Cabinet meetings. However, such is the feeling in the community, that dozens of residents were queuing outside, and some even watched the discussions in a "spill over" room.

At the meeting, Cllr Jane Palmer, the Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, told the audience that the council is "dedicated" to ensuring care needs are continued for volunteers. As she said "our main goal is to ensure people are well taken care of", a number of audience members quietly chuckled and shook their heads to express their dissatisfaction.

Cllr Palmer replied "you shake your heads…" before people began to grumble in the room. She then looked to the room and snapped: "I don't want comments."

The Council Leader and Cllr Lavery did not attend the Cabinet meeting (Image: Philip James Lynch)

As residents dispersed from the meeting, seemingly shocked at how quickly such a decision was made, people began to shout "shame on Hillingdon Council", and "this isn't over". Another shouted "you've lost my vote!"

Andrea Scrivens, the mother of one of the garden centre volunteers, spoke to protesters about how important the centre is for her son's health. She went on to slam the council over a lack of consultation on how the closure may impact the disabled volunteers.

Cllr Jonathan Bianco spoke at the Cabinet meeting of "engaging in consultation" with employees, volunteers and their families. However, many residents are crying out for a full public consultation that would assess the impact on volunteers and the views of local residents.

Hillingdon Council has since formally announced the closure of "RAGC retail services", citing that the retail aspect of the garden centre, which it says requires a £137,000 per year subsidy to stay afloat. However, in closing the "retail services" the council is closing the entire site.

The decision comes at a time when the council is in some financial trouble. Earlier this year, the LDRS revealed that the council is at risk of bankruptcy following years of declining reserves, overspending, and under saving.

As a result, the council has examined a range of cost-saving measures, such as introducing a garden waste collection charge, removing the subsidy for the Beck Theatre, and closing the Rural Activities Garden Centre.

The Rural Activities Garden Centre will close on or before July 31, 2025. All volunteers will be moved to different spaces, including at the Civic Centre.

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The rising TikTok star that’s supporting Olivia Rodrigo at BST Hyde Park says ‘London fans are absolute nutters’

BST Hyde Park returns tomorrow (June 27) with Olivia Rodrigo headlining the first night of the much-loved London festival. The line-up also features Girl in Red, The Last Dinner Party, and viral sensation Caity Baser.

Caity, who rose to fame on TikTok, will perform on the Rainbow Stage at 6.05pm. She first went viral with unfiltered, honest songs that resonated with a young audience.

Speaking to MyLondon ahead of her set, Caity said she’s feeling overwhelmed in the best way. She said: “I'm feeling so grateful and excited and ecstatic and incredible.”

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Written and performed by Caity herself, ‘The Story Of Her’ features jazz-infused acoustic guitars, a wistful string accompaniment and gently lilting melodies. (Image: Finn Waring)

She admitted she’s just as star-struck by Olivia Rodrigo as her fans. Caity added: “I just want to say hi to her - it’d be rude not to thank someone for inviting you to their party!”

Caity is also dropping a brand new single, The Story of Her, today. The track is inspired by her mum, and tells a tale of a person’s life, complete with its ups and downs, and how it affects others around them.

She told us that her music now is much deeper than her earlier TikTok releases. Caity added: “I’ve gone through heartbreak after heartbreak - and now I’m in love. It’s completely shifted how I see the world and what I want to write about.”

Olivia Rodrigo is performing tomorrow at 8.50 pm (Image: GETTY)

This isn’t Caity’s first time at Hyde Park - she previously supported BLACKPINK at BST in 2023. She said she’s thrilled to return to the stage and perform for her London fanbase.

Caity added: “London fans? Nutters. But honestly, I love that - they match my energy.”

The TikTok star is known for her cheeky lyrics, huge personality, and relatable storytelling. She’s built significant fan engagement on platforms like TikTok (over 500k followers) and Spotify (millions of streams).

Her breakthrough came last year with her debut mixtape ‘Still Learning’, which earned the highly-acclaimed 22-year-old pop singer and songwriter a top 10 in the UK album charts and followed her nomination for the BRITs ‘Rising Star’ Award that year.

When asked about the strangest way a song has come to her, Caity didn’t hold back. She said: “I was smashed, riding a Boris bike in Brighton at 5am - wrote a song from it the next day!”

BST Hyde Park opens its gates at 1pm for early access and 2pm for general entry. Caity Baser’s set runs from 6.05pm to 6.45pm on the Rainbow Stage.

Olivia Rodrigo is set to headline the Great Oak Stage at 8.50pm, with her set running until around 10.20pm. Other acts include BETWEEN FRIENDS, flowerovlove, and The Last Dinner Party.

Olivia is on her way back to London very soon and she's bringing a starry lineup along with her. (Image: (Photo by Christopher Polk/Billboard via Getty Images))

Tickets have been flying, but there are still some left for last-minute buyers. While most tiers are sold out on the official BST site, resale platforms still have availability.

We found general admission tickets going for £123.25 on Ticketmaster and as low as £89 on AXS resale at the time of writing. Premium options like Diamond VIP are still available from around £250. There may also be some more tickets available on other resale sites - read more below.

Viagogo and resale tickets

Sites such as viagogo, Stubhub, and Vivid Seats allow fans to buy resale tickets from other fans. However, it is important to note that ticket conditions often prohibit resale after initial purchase. Those tickets may not be valid for admittance to gigs.

Fans intending to buy tickets for live events through resale websites should check the ticket terms and conditions, to confirm whether resale is prohibited, before they buy. Ticket terms and conditions can be checked with the original seller, such as Ticketmaster or Live Nation. If resale is prohibited, tickets bought second-hand could be voided and admission to the event refused.

VIAGOGO - Buy Olivia Rodrigo resale tickets here.

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Full line-up

Great Oak Stage

• BETWEEN FRIENDS: 3.10pm - 3.40pm

• flowerovlove: 4.10pm - 4.40pm

• girl in red: 5.20pm - 6.05pm

• The Last Dinner Party: 6.50pm - 7.50pm

• Olivia Rodrigo: 8.50pm - 10.20pm

Birdcage stage

• Déyyess: 3.40pm - 4.10pm

• Aziya: 4.45pm - 5.15pm

• Florence Road: 6.05pm - 6.45pm

Rainbow Stage

• Ruti: 3.40pm - 4.10pm

• Katie Gregson-Macleod - 4.45pm - 5.15pm

• Caity Baser: 6.05pm - 6.45pm

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'Additional tickets' announced for Oasis tour just days before the band's first '25 concert

Oasis has thrown another curveball at fans ahead of their much-vaunted reunion tour as the band announced more tickets may soon become available. The race for tickets for Oasis Live '25 saw an estimated 14 million people queue online - some waiting up to ten hours - with only around ten per cent of fans securing the much sought-after tickets.

For those left disappointed, there may be some hope after all. In a post on X just before midday, Oasis stated a "limited number" of extra tickets could soon be up for grabs as "final sight lines are checked" for concerts in Cardiff, Manchester, London, Edinburgh and Dublin.

The offer is open to fans who are signed up to Oasismynet, with members advised to look out for an email from the group.

Liam Gallagher (left) and his big brother Noel Gallagher (right) are coming to Edinburgh (Image: Getty)

The band posted: "As the shows are getting closer, Oasis promoters may be able to release a very limited number of additional tickets for sale once final sight lines are checked and the production is fine tuned.

"These final production releases will happen over the coming days. If you are an Oasismynet member, keep an eye on your inbox for an email from your regular Oasismynet or Ticketmaster correspondence address.

"Please double-check the email is from the correct account before following links or sharing any purchase information."

The announcement received mixed responses from fans, with some criticising the message's morbid appearance of white lettering against a black background, suggesting it made it look as though the band had split up.

One person posted: "J**** f****** c***** never tweet PARAGRAPHS LIKE THIS AGAIN had me stressed out my mind omg."

Another added: "You had us thinking the band broke up again with this terrifying paragraph. Never do this again."

A third person quipped "long a** black message, my heart jumped", while a fourth noted: "My heart stopped I thought they broke up again."

Others were divided in their opinions about the extra tickets, with one person observing: "Won’t hold out hope considering I’ve been signed up since it very first started and never got one first time around…"

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Oasis has also announced a number of pop-up merchandise stores will open in the cities they are playing, with one on Carnaby Street to open on Thursday, July 8. A limited number of walk-ins will be available, with those eager to get their hands on merch advised to book a slot online.

Oasis will take to the stage in London on July 25, 26, 30, August 2 and 3, and September 27 and 28. While the majority of the long awaited Oasis comeback tour is sold out, keen fans can read all about resale sites and official retailers here.

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Food reviewer branded 'classless' after 'rude' act at The Ritz

A food reviewer named Toby Inskip, known as Eating with Tod on Instagram, has been criticised for his table manners during a visit to The Ritz. Despite the foodie regularly sharing his unique dining experiences across the country, his latest video from the world-renowned hotel's two-Michelin-star restaurant sparked controversy among his followers.

Commenters were less interested in the array of dishes he was served and more focused on his etiquette. They claimed one particular action while enjoying his lavish meal was so "rude" that it detracted from the video, with some stating he showed "no respect" for the "high-class restaurant".

The Ritz is a five-star luxury hotel in London, boasting one of the most beautiful dining rooms in the world. Its restaurant, adorned with marble columns, chandeliers, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Green Park, recently earned its second Michelin star, which prompted Tod to visit.

During his trip, Tod indulged in the seven-course tasting menu, which was priced at £221 per person. He began with a selection of canapés and a wine list that was reportedly 73 pages long.

He filmed himself savouring pâté, which he described as the best he'd ever had, before moving on to a "sublime" dish of turbot and truffle pasta.

After praising The Ritz for their impressive sauces, he was seen drinking the last drops directly from the gravy boat, an act that did not sit well with his viewers, as many believed it was "classless".

Tod's gastronomic adventure reached its peak with the "star of the show" – chestnut-fed pigeon, artfully crafted in front of him, complete with trolley service and a live sauce preparation.

Impressed by the dish, he said: "Every bite literally booted my tastebuds for six. I was not wasting anything. Who needs a dishwasher when the food tastes this good?".

It was his next move, however, that caused a stir online when he licked his plate clean, prompting sharp reactions in the comment section.

One observer noted: "Sorry, but you have no class here. Licking the plate at such a high-class restaurant is totally uncalled for. No respect." Another stated: "Looks incredible. Your table manners, not so much. Why? Just why?".

A third critique read: "Licking the plate and knife and eating with your hands? In the Ritz? Showing as much class as a school summer holiday."

Nevertheless, Tod's evening continued with what he described as "the best cheese board" paired with a vintage port from 1896 and rounded off with a sumptuous chocolate soufflé.

Despite some raised eyebrows over his etiquette, The Ritz itself seemed unfazed, responding to the commotion on Instagram with a heart-eyes emoji.

Fans also defended Tod, asserting that his trademark gesture – licking the plate or pretending to do so – is a staple of his brand identity, viewed as an expression of culinary enjoyment rather than discourtesy.

One enthusiast expressed their approval with the words: "I really appreciate how descriptive this was. Sometimes I'm a bit grossed out by the videos when you do kind of stuff your face, but licking a plate is very fun and feels like what I'd do. I know it's probably all branding. Also, as someone who'll never be able to afford the Ritz, thanks for sharing inside it."

Meanwhile, another defender of Tod's behaviour made their stance clear: "Why are so many people being so mean ... he's having the time of his life! Good on him, I'm so jealous!"

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Faulty fire alarms and inadequate heating: 5 North London schools to get urgent repair funds

Cllr Stephen Hickman said the improvements will help give pupils the "best start in life" (Image: Harrow Council)

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Family of 'truly wonderful' woman, 46, stabbed to death in Hackney share heartbreaking tribute

The 46-year-old mother was discovered in a part-destroyed house on Dumont Road (Image: Yui Mok/PA Wire)

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