Women's Dresses

Frequently Asked Questions

• What women's dresses does Shirley Allum Boutique stock?

  Shirley Allum stocks around two hundred women's dresses, from easy daywear to occasion styles. Brands include Sahara, Seasalt, Vilagallo, Orientique, White Stuff and Frank Lyman, with a strong lean towards prints and natural fabrics like linen and cotton.

• How do I choose the right dress?

  Start with the occasion, then the fabric and fit. A shirt dress or jersey midi suits everyday wear and layers easily, while a structured or embellished style works for an event. Natural fabrics like linen keep you cool, and our team can help with length and shape in store.

• Where can I buy women's dresses in Dorset?

  You can buy women's dresses at Shirley Allum Boutique in Shaftesbury, Dorset, in store and online. The shop is on the High Street, and the full range is available to browse and filter by size online.

• What sizes do the dresses come in?

  Sizing varies by brand, but the dress range broadly spans sizes 8 to 24, with Sahara using its own 0 to 5 scale shown against UK sizes on each product. If you are unsure, come into the Shaftesbury boutique and we will help you find the right fit.

• How should I care for a dress?

  Care depends on the fabric, so always follow the label. As a rule, wash linen and cotton cool and dry in the shade to keep prints bright, and treat embellished or occasion pieces gently with a hand wash or delicate cycle.