As ever, Wimbledon has been a haven of inspiration when it comes to the best summer dresses. We’ve seen frocks of all styles and colours – and we’ve added yet another to our wishlists after Davina McCall stepped out in Sandro’s knit maxi dress for the Men’s singles final on Sunday.
She opted for an injection of emerald green, in line with the summer fashion colour trends for 2026. The short sleeves, round neckline and flared skirt create a flattering silhouette against the statement hue. Completed with button fastenings down the front, Davina paired her sporty dress with some simple black kitten heels and a black shoulder bag with a chain strap.
Although it’s a ‘knit’ dress, Davina’s Sandro piece (which can be snapped up at 20% off in the brand’s current sale) is still a summer staple. It’s made from viscose, which, as well as draping beautifully, is also lightweight, breathable and airy, so it’s perfect for the heatwave temperatures we’re currently experiencing.
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Whether dressed up with heels and a clutch bag, or down with your best white trainers, Davina’s Sandro dress is a bold and eye-catching piece to wear this summer. Its knitted fabric is full of texture, though the viscose fabric makes sure to keep things light, airy and breathable in the heat.
Boden
Zinnia Tie Jersey Midi Dress
A jersey, tie-waist dress gives the classic T-shirt frock silhouette a modern feel. The forest-inspired hue makes this piece wearable from now and into autumn, teaming just as well with summer sandals as it will with a cardi and knee-high boots. Reviews say it’s ‘very flattering’ as well as being ‘versatile and comfortable.’
Karen Milen
Pointelle Frill Sleeve Knit Midi Dress
Ribbed with ruffled sleeves, this olive design feels elegantly elevated thanks to the darker hue. Again, this dress is timeless enough to wear during the summer, but it could also be taken through into the autumn months and layered easily unnder a blazer for added warmth.
Accessorise Like Davina McCall
Office
Molly Bow Detail Slingback Kitten Heels
The sleek slingback style of these heels is given added dimension by the bow detail at the toe. Its oversized shape feels playful while also being timeless and versatile.
Mango
Crossbody Bag With Flap
There is something so effortlessly elegant about a small, black crossbody bag, and the look of this one from Mango is elevated by the gold-toned chain strap.
M&S
Bow Detail Kitten Heel Square Toe Mules
These kitten heels have just dropped on the M&S website and, with their trendy mule design, sleek bow detail and chic square toe, we’re expecting them to sell out.
While Davina’s choice of green dress worked as a fantastic way to lean into Wimbledon’s official colour palette of purple and green, the hue is also one to look out for when it comes to dressing beyond Wimbledon, too.
When you’re figuring out ‘what colour suits me?’, green can feel like a daunting shade. But it’s one of the biggest spring/summer fashion colour trends for 2026, and fresh and feel-good greens are everywhere this season, so there’s no better time to try it out. Davina went for a bright and bold take, but the colour can range from vibrant chartreuse to rich emerald tones – it’s all about finding a version of the shade that you love.
Whether you’re planning to add a green dress like Davina’s to your summer capsule wardrobe or want to incorporate the tone through tailored trousers, button-ups or T-shirts, when it comes to styling the colour, the options are endless. You can play around with adding patterns in the form of florals, or you can try out colour combinations loved by stylists for a bold, colour-blocked style. If you’re unsure of where to start with the hue, following Davina’s lead is a great option. She contrasted the bright green with grounding black accessories, which can work especially well if you’re dressing up the colour to work for smart-casual outfit ideas and occasion wear.
