Cat Deeley just wore the most flattering winter-ready black shift dress - the versatile piece works day or night

It's a masterclass in adding florals to a winter wardrobe

Cat Deeley attends the Oxfam Style For Change show during London Fashion Week September 2024
(Image credit: Getty Images)

Like everyone else online, we can't get over how stunning Cat Deeley's black maxi dress look is, with the comfortable shift style creating a flattering silhouette that's perfect for the winter party season.

Florals are everywhere this winter, with celebrities across the board stepping out in the spring-ready print. But the classic pattern has seen a winter-appropriate update this season, with darker hues, muted tones and more covered-up silhouettes working to turn the lively print into one that's perfect for the cooler months.

If you're looking to incorporate florals into your winter capsule wardrobe this year, look no further for inspiration than Cat Deeley who just wore the most stunning floral maxi dress with a pair of chic knee-high boots - the look oozes sophistication and is perfect whether you're heading out for a festive party or are putting together an elevated casual outfit for a day of shopping and lunch dates.

Get Cat Deeley's Floral Look

Shop Cat Deeley's Other This Morning Looks

Cat's striking shift dress is part of the BOYD X NRBY collaboration, which is available to shop at John Lewis, with Tracey Boyd using her skills as an award-winning designer and illustrator to add bright and striking pattern and colour to the fluid, easy-to-wear clothing designs of Jo Hooper, the founder of luxury brand NRBY.

The Jade Floral Print Pure Silk Dress is one of the collaboration's standouts, with the hand-printed floral design on its front and back boasting deep, rich jewel tones that stand out beautifully against the luxurious black silk fabric of the dress.

With pinks, oranges and reds giving the florals an autumn and winter feel, the piece is an ideal one for the transitional and cooler months, with the comfortable shift silhouette also allowing you to slip on the best thermal under-layers underneath without anyone else even noticing - Who ever said you can't be practical and stylish?

Leaning into this winter-ready feel, Cat styled the dress with a pair of pointed-toe, knee-high boots from LK Bennett London. As well as adding some warming coverage for the legs, the boots created a sleek and streamline look against the black of the shift dress and the stiletto heel had a flattering leg-lengthening effect too.

For accessories, Cat added a pair of bold, golden chainlink necklaces to the look. This was a great styling choice, with the bulkier chain style complimenting the large pattern on the dress while also making sure it both didn't get lost in and, at the same time, didn't overwhelm the look. The longer chain styles worked brilliantly with the boat neckline as they hung lower on the chest, and the heart-shaped metal pendant was both bold and subtle for a sophisticated and fun look.

If you're planning on recreating and wearing Cat's look this season, like we definitely are here at Woman&Home, a black leather jacket or, for those really chilly days, a longline tailored coat in a black or red shade to tie in with the floral pattern, would work perfectly to finish off the outfit and keep you cosy no matter the weather.

Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse
Freelance news writer

Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse is a freelance royal news, entertainment and fashion writer. She began her journalism career after graduating from Nottingham Trent University with an MA in Magazine Journalism, receiving an NCTJ diploma, and earning a First Class BA (Hons) in Journalism at the British and Irish Modern Music Institute. She has also worked with Good To, BBC Good Food, The Independent, The Big Issue and The Metro.