Cat Deeley Stuns in Budget-Friendly Designer Dress

Cat Deeley has nailed the ‘ballet core’ trend of 2025 with a stunning drop-waist dress that is ‘elegant’ and ‘figure-hugging’. The This Morning presenter loves a designer brand, and her latest outfit costs under £100 - but we’ve found a lookalike outfit that’s less than half the price on the same website.

Kayle Jia Mix Midi Dress from French Connection

On Wednesday, April 2, the 48-year-old presented the show in the Kayle Jia Mix Midi Dress from French Connection. The dress, available at Marks and Spencer, costs £99 and leans into the hyper-feminine aesthetic of the ballerina-inspired styles dominating catwalks and the high street this year. The dress is described as ‘elegant’ by the brand, featuring a sleeveless, figure-hugging bodice and voluminous pleated skirt ideal for swishing. It has a stylish dropped waistline for a modern silhouette, and side pockets are the icing on the cake for this graceful piece.

Round Neck Pleated Midaxi Waisted Dress at M&S

Marks and Spencer has a strikingly similar design as part of its M&S collection. The Round Neck Pleated Midaxi Waisted Dress costs £45, coming in £54 cheaper than the French Connection number. Said to be a ‘versatile choice for smart-casual occasions’, it not only comes in sizes 6 through 24, but also three lengths - short, regular and long - so shoppers can find their ideal fit. The dress is cut in a regular fit, with a ‘flattering’ drop waist and a neat round neckline near identical to the French Connection dress. The sleeveless design features a concealed button fastening at the back and is finished with delicate pleats, making it a great way to steal Cat’s style on a budget.