Miss Summer Dresses and Outfit Sets sold by Next and Matalan (2507-0080 and 2507-0076)

- Affected
- A variety of children’s summer dresses and outfit sets
- The problem
- The products present risks of strangulation and choking as they have decorative draw cords which exceed the maximum permissible length.
- What to do
- The products have been recalled from end users by Next and Matalan. Owners of the product should cease use immediately and return the product for a full refund.
Product information
| Type | Clothing, textiles and fashion items – Dresses and Outfit Set |
|---|---|
| Brand | Miss |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | A variety of children’s summer dresses and outfit sets |
Affected products sold by Next
| PSD Number | Product description | Item numbers |
|---|---|---|
| 2507-0080 | Printed Boho Summer Dresses | F83773, F83782 and F83775 |
| 2507-0080 | Printed Patch Work Summer Dress | F83791, F83779 and F83781 |
| 2507-0080 | True Knit Top, Shorts and Headband Outfit Set | F85623 |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product images and PDF |
Affected products sold by Matalan
| PSD Number | Product description | Matalan product ID | Sales period |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2507-0076 | Miss Soft Pink Printed Boho Summer Dress | S3131522_CJ88 | 11/04/2025 – 02/06/2025 |
| 2507-0076 | Miss Bottle Green True Knit Top Shorts & Headband Outfit Set | S3131529_C092 | 11/04/2025 – 02/06/2025 |
| 2507-0076 | Miss Cream True Knit Top, Shorts & Headband Outfit Set | S3122071_C438 | 07/02/2025 – 02/06/2025 |
| 2507-0076 | Miss Blue Printed Patch Work Summer Dress | S3131515_C128 | 11/04/2025 – 02/06/2025 |
| 2507-0076 | Miss Light Blue Printed Boho Summer Dress | S3131516_C164 | 11/04/2025 – 02/06/2025 |
| 2507-0076 | Miss Pink Printed Boho Summer Dress | S3131522_C323 | 11/04/2025 – 02/06/2025 |
| 2507-0076 | Miss Pink True Knit Top, Shorts & Headband Set | S3131529_C323 | 11/04/2025 – 02/06/2025 |
| 2507-0076 | Miss Blue Printed Patch Work Summer Dress | S3131523_C128 | 11/04/2025 – 02/06/2025 |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product images and PDF |
Hazard
The products present risks of strangulation and choking as they have decorative draw cords which exceed the maximum permissible length. While worn, the cord may become entangled and tighten across the child’s neck, leading to strangulation, entrapment or choking.
The products do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
The products have been recalled from end users by Next and Matalan. Owners of the product should cease use immediately and return the product for a full refund.
For further details, please access the Next recall site here: https://zendesk.next.co.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/4407719541521-Product-recalls-safety-notices.
Alternatively, if you purchased the product from Matalan, please create a returns label at the following website: https://www.royalmail.com/track-my-return#/details/4822
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2507-0080 and 2507-0076
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 21 July 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.