It is our busiest week of the year and for all of our customers off to the Royal Enclosure at Ascot, we wanted to remind you of the dress code while you are browsing online for your dress hire and hat.

The Royal Ascot website state the dress code clearly.
Ladies are kindly reminded that formal daywear is a requirement in the Royal Enclosure, defined as follows:

• Dresses and skirts should be of modest length defined as falling just above the knee or longer. Hire Knee length dresses >
• Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or greater.
• Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops underneath should still comply with the Royal Enclosure dress code.
• Trouser suits are welcome. They should be of full-length to the ankle and of matching material and colour.
• Jumpsuits are welcome. They should be of full-length to the ankle, with regulations matching that for dresses.
• Hats should be worn; however a headpiece which has a solid base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is acceptable as an alternative to a hat. Hat hire London >

Ladies are kindly asked to note the following:

• Strapless, off the shoulder, one shoulder, halter neck, sheer, bardot and spaghetti straps are not permitted.
• Midriffs must be covered.
• Fascinators are not permitted; neither are headpieces which do not have a solid base covering a sufficient area of the head (4 inches/10cm). Fascinator hire >

Girls (aged 10-17) should dress in accordance with the Ladies’ dress code. However, they may wear a headpiece or fascinator as an alternative to a hat, without any size restriction.

Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress. Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent. Fancy dress, novelty and branded / promotional clothing are not allowed on site.

Summer is in full swing and the next big summer event is the polo season, but what do you wear to a polo event? At Girl Meets Dress we have a large collection of dresses for you to hire, from knee length dresses to long gowns. Here’s our GMD guide to what to wear to the polo.

Firstly,

WHERE: Here are the key dates to remember for GMD’s  favourite polo events at Guards Polo Club.

WHEN:

The Cartier Queen’s Cup Final is on Sunday 15th June

 Audi International Polo for the Westchester Cup is on Sunday 28th July.

WHAT TO WEAR: Both events are a fashion and polo extravaganza with the polo players in their pristine team uniforms and the spectators decked out to the nines. To make sure you stand out from the crowd here are our top picks of what to wear to the polo.

1-  ALICE AND OLIVIA / Natalie Belted Dress

This 50’s style cinched in waist dress is bright and fun and is sure to get you noticed when you are stomping the ground.. so why wait hire it today.

2-  BLUGIRL / Pleated Crepe Lace Dress

This pastel yellow dress is perfect for a summer event, with it’s light fabric and intricate waist detail you are sure to stand out.

3-  ALICE AND OLIVIA / Candice Print Dress

This pretty yellow Alice and Olivia dress is fresh and fun and will add a youthful focus to your outfit, pair it with simple primary colour accesories to stand out or neutral shades to maintain the focus on the design.

4-  SOMEDAYS LOVIN / Great Divide Sun Dress

This beautiful pastel watercolour style print dress is perfect for the polo, with its high neckline and knee skimming skirt it would be perfect for a day in the sun.

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The summer season is approaching and this means one thing.. Royal Ascot is nearly here. The races and Royal Ascot are always fun and fashionable events during summer but to make sure you are inkeeping with the  dress code , especially Ascot’s dress code,  Girl Meets Dress have searched and found our favourite picks for what to wear to Ascot and the races. Girl Meets Dress have a large collection of dresses, hats and bags to hire for every event from ladies day dresses to dresses for the races. At Girl Meets Dress we know that it is always important to be well dressed, so we have chosen our favourite Dresses for the races. Here are the Girl Meets Dress HQ’s top picks of what to wear to Ascot to be inkeeping with the dress code.

Outfit 1

Hat- BUNDLE MACLAREN / Emily

Dress-   MAIDS TO MEASURE / Lacey Dress Coffee

This dress is perfect for an elegant look at the races,

with its 50’s style cinched in waist and layered skirt it creates a lovely silhouette.

Bag- WILBUR AND GUSSIE / Harriet Clutch Caramel

Outfit 2

Hat- Rachel Black Millinery / Nicky

Dress- ALICE AND OLIVIA / Penny Pleated Dress

This pastel dress is on trend, the mix of  pleated skirt and

 soft pastel yellow make this dress perfect for a summer event.

Bag- HALSTON / 70’s Envelope Clutch

Outfit 3

Hat- Rachel Black Millinery / Not Before Time

Dress-  SAMANTHA SUNG / Audrey Paisley Dress

This dress is sure to get you notcied with its bright colour and paisley print,

the sleeves and collar add a sophistication to the dress perfect for any event.

Bag- WILBUR AND GUSSIE / Harriet Clutch Gold

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So it’s August Bank Holiday weekend and you’re desperately planning ‘Things to Do this Bank Holiday™’ but you haven’t even begun to think of what you’re going to wear! No need to panic, with over 4000 dresses for any occasion,  all available on next day delivery Girl Meets Dress have got you covered.

With the huge range of Bank Holiday events going on it can sometimes feel like what are supposed to be 3 days of fun and relaxation are in fact set to be the most stressful ever. You’ve got so much choice, do you go on a UK city break or escape to the country and take advantage of the extra day off? Do you head into the capital where the world famous Notting Hill Carnival will be hitting the streets of West London and where some of the UK’s best bank holiday deals on days out, restaurant and hotels are to be found. Or do you simply make the most of the extra hangover-recovery day and get your gladrags on for a great night out? Whatever the occasion we have the right dress for you.

UK Weekend Away: Escape to the Country

Here at GMD we don’t just have our fabulous collection of gowns, cocktail dresses and wedding attire we also have a wide range of beautiful day dresses  from top designers to help you find the perfect dress for a weekend away with family, friends or your other half. Why not browse our day wear collection here or check out our floral dresses for true countryside chic.

Carnival Style

Whilst those taking part in the carnival parade will of course be donning their best carnival fancy dress you can still get involved by channeling the vibrant prints, colours and textures found at all great carnivals. Carnival style is fun and vibrant and the bright dresses to hire pictured above capture this perfectly. Like your carnival fancy dress you may only feel bold enough to wear such a bright item when caught up in the fun of the bank holiday weekend. Avoid the shoppers guilt of your brightest items being confined to a cupboard and hire a dress with us.

Bank Holiday Clubbing

So undoubtedly one of the greatest reasons to love bank holidays is the extra lie in you get on the Monday which allows for one extra day of weekend partying! If you’re planning to get out and about this weekend then our girls night out and cocktail collections are for you. Bank Holiday clubbing will see people go all out on the dress front as they attend many of the exclusive bank holiday weekend events and parties being put on at clubs and bars across the country. Why not browse our dresses to find to find your perfect dance floor partner this weekend?