We are continuing with our new blog series of  stylists and bloggers having their say on the@GirlMeetsDress blog, Every few days we will invite a stylist or blogger to share their style picks with us. They will be answering a few of our fashion Q&As as well as  picking their 5 favourite items from Girl Meets Dress…We hope you enjoy!

Today GMD are very happy to introduce an exciting new blogger Zohra Khan. Zohra has her own blog Whims of a Word Crafter and is a  freelance journalist and fashion journalist for The Clothes Maiden Magazine, Zohra also dabbles in photography, events managment and studying. With all this on her schedule GMD were very happy Zohra could spare a few minutes to chat with us and answer a few of our questions about our favourite topic… Fashion.

1- How would you describe your style in one word?

I would describe my style as eclectic!

Here are Zohra’s Top 5 GMD Dresses

1)Beulah Rapunzel Blue Heart Gown

This dress from Beulah is such a classic beauty, and I adore the silk satin material of it adorned with scattered hearts.  It’s striking with its clashes of midnight blue with natural colours. You can make do and complete the elegant look by piecing it with an embellished clutch for that spot on timeless beauty look.

2)Gorgeous Couture Evita Maxi Gown 

What instantly drew me to this gorgeous piece was its lace panelled top section and the striking sheer red colour of the dress. The subtle pleats at the bottom of the dress coupled with the lace panels is a guarantee to add illusions of curves!

3)Beulah Silver Painted Lady  

This dress is SO Grace Kelly, with its pleated neckline and thigh high slit, you’re sure to make a grand entrance. What I think this dress does best is that whilst it is pretty sultry in a subtle way, it just oozes with glamour and class!

4)Dina Bar-El Sophia  

What’s better then sweeping into an event with an indigo silk-satin charmeuse gown that puts you in the spotlight?! This dress is to die for with its silk-chiffon ruffles falling gracefully across the bodice and that train will be sure to add a statement to your outfit. I thought this is a perfect dress to channel your inner Kate Middleton with the class but be a bit out there with the added train and glitzy embellishments!

5)Margaery Gown 

On those cold nights, there’s nothing quite like a bit of arm coverage especially when it looks as good as this! Embellished with sequins and beads, there’s a tad Midsummer Night Dream feel about this dress and that’s what I love. It’s exquisitely graceful and looks perfect for a wedding or ball. I especially love how the dress looks free flowing and floaty so you can swish that skirt as you’re asked for a dance 😉

You can find out more about Zohra on her website www.whimsofawordcrafter.com and on twitter using @whimswordcraft

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We are continuing with our new blog series of Stylists having their say on the @GirlMeetsDress blog, Every few days we will invite a stylist to share their style picks with us. They will answering a few of our fashion Q&As as well as  picking their 6 favourite items from Girl Meets Dress…We hope you enjoy!

Today we’re picking the mind of  Natalie Robinson. Natalie is a fashion consultant and  founder of Style Icon, She  has collaborated on projects with big names such as  London Fashion Weekend and the Clothes Show Live to name a few.  Natalie also teaches an ‘Introduction to Personal Styling’ course at the Fashion Retail Academy in Central London and has been sponsored by British Airways to be a keynote speaker at their Office*exhibition. Natalie’s 15 years of experience, countless celebrity connections and solid work ethic have propelled her career into the success it is today.

Natalie answered a few of our questions:

– How would you describe your style?
Classic with a contemporary twist! I love mixing classic and vintage pieces! I like to play with style as opposed to follow trends! I am an interpreter of fashion!

– What are your fashion loves, and your hates?
Fashion loves – hats, and other accessories like broaches, necklaces, funky gloves and I love faux fur which ‘glams up’ an outfit. I hate trying too hard with fashion i.e. dressing head to toe in the same designer or wearing a piece just because it’s the latest trend. I have to love the designer but most importantly the fit of a particular piece and how it compliments the rest of what I am wearing.

– What’s the most loved item in your wardrobe?
My Biba Hat. I always receive compliments when I wear it!

– What advice would you have for anyone wanting to get into styling?
Love what you do!! Pay particular attention to detail! I run a 3 day styling course at The Fashion Retail Academy in Central London! You need a sense of individual style to appreciate how to style others!

– Where do you get your inspiration from?
Watching old movies, music videos and street style as I often pay attention to how other people dress which gives me more ideas for styling.

– Name one item no stylist should be without?
Needle & Thread. You always need to make minor alterations!!

– What is your favourite SS14 trend?
Would have to be tartan in the form of accessories! Also, loving the phantom Celine bag in more summery colours!!

Here are some of Natalie’s picks from GirlMeetsDress.com

Ariella Scarlet Gown –

This black dress is stunningly beautiful and ideal for a special occasion.

It’s important to have a classic staple piece as you never know when that special occasion will occur.

Ariella Gisele Gown

  I love this dress! It’s quite spectacular. As a celebrity stylist gold looks great on the red carpet!

Ciara wore a beautiful gold dress at this year’s Grammy Awards.

Marc Jacobs Rainbow Paillette

This dress is fun, and quite retro! Ideal for a party!

Keep accessories simple with this dress as it speaks for itself!

McQ Tartan Print Dress

 Tartan is a big trend this season!! You’d definitely look the part in this dress. It’s quite fitted so ideal for a boyish shape. Compliment it with a cool black leather jacket. A great everyday dress. You can dress it up or down!

Clover Canyon Royal Horse

A great dress. Reminds me of old Alexander Mcqueen designs or Mary Katranzou!!

A fun, directional piece! Love the colours, and a great slender fit!!

You can find out more about StyleIcon on their website www.style-icon.co.uk and on twitter using @styleiconnat 

Join in the conversation at GMD by following us at @GirlMeetsDress for more tips and style advice

Putting on a floor length gown for an evening event is often something a girl doesn’t often get to do – so make the most of it when you get the chance. Evening glamour is easy to achieve with the right dress, and you can’t go wrong with long evening dresses that instantly look and feel elegant.

We have a variety of different evening dresses at Girl Meets Dress, but this post will discuss our top 5 long evening dresses. Finding long evening dresses online can be hard because it’s hard to know what size and length you need, but it’s not difficult to find the perfect evening dress at GMD because you can hire 3 dresses to try, and only pay for the one you wear – we’ll refund you for the 2 that you don’t! Finding the evening dress of your dreams is as easy as that!

Here are our top 5:

1. CARMEN MARC VALVO Sleeveless Lace Shutter Gown

Just because an evening dress is long, doesn’t mean it has to be plain and simple. This Carmen Marc Valvo Dress breaks up the single colour with inserts of delicate floral lace breaking up the tiers of airy organza.

2. ARIELLA Zhanna Gown

In one of this season’s on-trend colour, this powder blue stretch moss crepe dress moulds beautifully to the body to create the perfect silhouette with this tailored fishtail evening dress. The spectacular neck trim adds to this stunning style, which is definitely one to get you noticed at your special event. Why not check out all our Ariella dresses?

3. NLY Chloe Dress Navy

This evening dress is simple at the front, but has an open back with gorgeous embellishment covering the back straps of the dress as well as the neckline – subtle sparkle that is enough to ensure you look fabulous!

4. BADGLEY MISCHKA Ombre Burst Gown

We have a gorgeous range of Badgley Mischka evening dresses and this one is a gorgeous bright colour for summer, that oozes sex appeal with a side slit that will definitely ensure you’re centre of attention at any evening event!

5. CARMEN MARC VALVO Iridescent Chiffon Gown

This evening dress is more conservative and classic, while still being contemporary and chic. This designer dress has cap sleeves and a structured wrapped bodice – there’s no doubt you’ll look amazing in this flowing chiffon gown!

We hope these evening dress ideas have inspired you to find a reason to wear one! Enjoy finding the dress of your dreams!

Continuing with our new blog series of Stylists having their say on the GMD blog, today we’re picking the mind of Kalee Hewlett. Kalee is a fashion and celebrity stylist and has worked in the industry for many years. Throughout this time she has worked on feature films; television; commercials; pop promos and now sits herself firmly within the fashion and presenting arena. Kalee’s talents have led her into styling for a range of international fashion titles and personal styling for a number of prominent TV personalities.

She answered a few of our questions:

How would you describe your style?

Eclectic and diverse. My style can very much depend on my mood and what I’m doing that day. I love prints and interesting pieces, I love to rummage through vintage shops to find original one off pieces. Generally my style is very much boho meets rock.

What’s your fashion loves and hates?

Fashion loves – anything with embellishment and sequins and I’m partial to a good hat!

Hates – is there really anything to hate about fashion? Each to their own. Fashion is fun!

 What advice would you have for anyone wanting to get into styling?

Make sure it’s what you really want to do because you will have to throw everything into it. You need to be driven, self disciplined, determined and most of all believe in yourself. If you have all of these ingredients and you’re really hungry for it, get as much experience as you possibly can in the industry, network at every given opportunity and stay true to yourself.

 Where do you get your inspiration from?

Everywhere and everything. Creation is all around us. Street style has become a huge influence now. I travel a lot which really feeds my inspiration.

Name one item no stylist should live without?

An A4 diary to assist with organising that busy schedule of yours!

 What is your favourite SS14 trend?

Lace – so happy to see the return of lace again this season. So intricate, beautiful delicate and feminine.

Find out more about Kalee on Twitter: @KaleeHewlett

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