'I wore a flattering midaxi dress with pockets and I'm in love with its unique 'dark magic' print'

The stunning dress is the quirkiest and most comfortable I've ever worn

Finding the perfect dress to wear on Christmas Day is always a challenge. However, this year, I knew from the moment I laid eyes on a stunning Joanie Clothing dress that it was the one. It's safe to say the frock is unlike any I've worn before due to its unique, bold print, which I'm quite frankly obsessed with.

I usually opt for a block colour dress or one with a simple pattern, however as soon as I saw the Victoria Dark Magic Print Balloon Sleeve Midaxi Dress, I knew I needed it. The black dress is covered in a magical print comprising colourful love potions, tarot cards, crystal balls, hourglasses and much more - every time I look at the dress I spot something new.

With the pattern having hints of red, green and gold, I thought it would be the perfect quirky Christmas Day dress. It's a little on the pricey side with it costing £79, but I think it's worth every penny due to its uniqueness, high quality finish and flattering fit.

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The dress comes in sizes eight to 26 and is made from a soft lightweight viscose fabric. It has a flattering V-neckline which was perfect for showing off my silver necklace with a green gem stone and tiny moon charm - it complemented the theme of the dress perfectly.

The frock has a wrap-style body with an adjustable tie back which allows you to cinch in your waist to give a flattering hourglass figure. I adore the voluminous balloon sleeves that add drama to the overall look and are finished off with neat button cuffs.

As well as being stylish, the midaxi dress is functional, with it having two handy side pockets that my phone fits into perfectly. There's also a hidden black side zip that makes getting in and out of the garment easy.

I decided to pair the dress with black woolly tights and black heeled ankle boots, which created the perfect overall outfit for Christmas lunch in a gorgeous restaurant. The Victoria Dark Magic Print Balloon Sleeve Midaxi Dress is the most comfortable dress I've ever worn - it's so lightweight and sits beautifully on the body.

If you'd like to browse similar style dresses, Nobody's Child is offering its Leopard Print Chiffon Anya Midi Dress on sale for £60, down from £150. Debenhams has slashed the price of the Wallis Occasion Plisse Wrap Midaxi Dress from £59 to £47.20.

I'm not the only person who adores the Joanie frock, which earned an overall rating of five stars on the Joanie Clothing website. One satisfied customer said: "This is a really flattering style to wear. It's got that romantic 30s/70s style. I love the big statement sleeves, the pockets, and that being 5'4", it's a proper maxi on me without having to get it hemmed (I usually avoid maxi dresses for this reason)."

When I first tried on the dress after it arrived on my doorstep, I fell in love with it instantly. However, I did find the neckline was a little too big on me and gaped open, so on Christmas Day I wore a black cami top underneath which solved this problem. Another Joanie Clothing shopper also had this issue, as they explained: "Very slightly gaping at the cross over front, but a tiny little stitch fixed that."

It has only been a week since I wore the Victoria Dark Magic Print Balloon Sleeve Midaxi Dress and I already can't wait to wear it again. It's a truly special dress that made me feel happy and confident. If the pattern is a little too bold for your liking, the dress is also available in an elegant floral print which comes in black, green and orange.