To the many middle-class women hunting for an elegant event dress Norbury of London and Avery Lane seem like the perfect choice. But as the Mail's investigation finds, the reality is VERY different

To the many middle-class women hunting for an elegant event dress Norbury of London and Avery Lane seem like the perfect choice. But as the Mail's investigation finds, the reality is VERY different →

Silky. Champagne-coloured. A satin ribbon waistband and flattering three-quarter length sleeves. The dress ticked all the boxes for Suzanne Wingrove.