Jessen Navy Gingham Long Sleeve Mini Dress

Navy gingham brings its quiet order to the Jessen Mini Dress — a covered-up, long-sleeved mini that moves from day to night without changing its mind.

The high mock neckline sets a neat, modern frame, opening at the back with a button close. Long sleeves finish in elasticised cuffs that push up easily, and the elasticised shirred bodice fits by stretch, no zip required. The dress is unlined and light, with the navy gingham print running its steady check across the mini length.

Navy check is the most grown-up gingham there is — closer to a tailor's cloth than a picnic blanket — which is why this dress can do office mornings and dinner reservations in the same wear. White sneakers keep it brisk; ankle boots and tights carry it into autumn; gold hoops dress it up after six. Versatility was the brief, and the Jessen answers it in check.