It’s important for anyone attending a ball to make the most of their outfit – after all, how often do you get to wear ball dresses? If you over-do it, you’ll look a little mad, and if you don’t go big enough you’ll have missed an opportunity. If you want to impress then the easiest option is to rent designer gowns – a sure to stun your friends. Changed your mind at the last minute? Don’t worry, we even offer same day delivery for ball gown hire in London! Girl Meets Dress take you through the best ball gowns to hire, starting with a knock-out colour – red.

Go risky in a red ball gown with a thigh split, or accentuate your collarbones with a V-neck dress. There’s so many different styles to play with!

Glasgow, Manchester, Essex and Edinburgh are the most popular destinations for dress hire this month at Girl Meets Dress so we’ve decided to take you through the best rentals for each. We start with our most popular city, Glasgow.

Click to see our suggestions for other cities:

Manchester
Essex
Edinburgh

What’s going on in Glasgow?

Hitting the Town:
The Buff Club

Hosting events 7 nights a week from 11pm-3am, The Buff Club is a night out not to be missed. When it’s a night out with the girls you need to look the part with our fabulous party dresses to rent in Glasgow. Our Stella McCartney Pleated Stretch Dress is ideal for turning heads whilst our Alice and Olivia Bown Metallic Dress will flatter any figure. Don’t worry about any drink spillage on your night out either – we take care of all the dry cleaning!

Dining out:
GMD Loves Number 16

Number 16 is a cosy, friendly eatery in the heart of Glasgow’s west end. For such a quaint restaurant you’ll be needing to look exceptionally special – whether you’re renting an evening dress for a first date or dinner with the girls, Girl Meets Dress have got your Glasgow dresses covered. Look sleek in our Marc by Marc Jacobs Toni Perforated dress or add a splash of colour to your night with our Acne Adelle Tape dress. We’ve got lots of great cocktail dresses all available with next day delivery anywhere in the UK!

Performances to Remember:
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

Right in the heart of Glasgow is the Royal Concert Hall, famous for hosting spectacular nights featuring everything from orchestras to exhibitions. We have so many evening dresses for hire in Glasgow so you’re spoilt for choice – from our Nicole Miller Kate Lace dress to Carven Tweed Dress. We’ve even got some great evening maxi dresses to hire from a range of designers including Gorgeous Couture and Erdem.

We didn’t want to leave our other top cities out…

Best things to do in Manchester

Paint the Town Red:
Tiger Tiger

Known in the UK as one of the best nightclubs around, Tiger Tiger should be visited whenever you’re in Manchester. Boasting several different dance rooms and a restaurant, the club is guaranteed good night out. For a truly great party dress try the Halston Heritage red prom dress or our Nicole Miller evening dresses – remember, you can rent 3 at a time and get a refund on the ones you don’t wear!

Dinner Date:
Michael Caines

Double Michelin star holder Michael Caines has created arguably one of Manchester’s best restaurants. From truffles to a specially selected wine list (and champagne bar) this eatery is a truly exclusive night out. We’ve got some great ladies evening dress hires, including Ariella evening gowns and our Issa Crow Over Dress.

Fancy a laugh:
Comedy Store

Launched in 2000, the Comedy Store is situated in the heart of Manchester. A laughter-factory which is no stranger to big names, this theatre-style auditorium is a popular comedy venue amongst Mancuians. Perfect if you’re looking to do something a little different with your night. Ignore the Manchester dress shops and head over to Girl Meets Dress to rent some night out dresses like our Alice and Olivia Lurex Dotted Dress and our Opening Ceremony Intarsia Knit Dress.

Party it up in Essex

Heading out:
Evoke

If you’re going out in Essex you know it’s got to be an amazing night. Evoke nightclub – who’s capacity is a massive 1100 – has had a £2.5 million redevelopment and is open four nights a week. It even has an ice bar! Dress the part with our party prom dresses to hire in Essex – try our Forever Unique Deana Dress or our Ariella Emerald Gown. Remember we’ll deliver the dress to you – at your home, at your office, wherever you want it!

Nice Grub:
The Rare Cow

The Rare Cow – also known as “Home of Great Steak” – is a restaurant committed to providing the finest in British beef. With an unusual interior not often associated with steak houses (leather chairs and white walls) this restaurant will get meat lovers tongues wagging. Hire evening gowns in Essex for your special night out – try our Erdem Reese Print Dress or our Butter by Nadia Sapphire Jersey Dress.

Intimate Performance:
The Headgate Theatre

This quaint theatre plays host to a range of performance genres including drama, comedy and musicals. The building, which is steeped in history, provides an intimate setting for some memorable shows. Hire an evening dress for your night out like our Alice and Olivia Lora Metallic Dress or Gorgeous Couture Cara Swarowski Dress.

Meanwhile up north in Edinburgh

Girl Night Out:
Liquid Room

For over 17 years Liquid Room has been a leading venue for gigs and clubs in Edinburgh. Covering everything from Country to Dubstep and boasting names such as Dizzee Rascal and Calvin Harris, Liquid Room promises to be a good night out. Hire a party prom dress in Edinburgh and be the envy of all your friends in our Alice and Olivia Olympia Embellished Dress or hire an evening dress like our McQ by Alexander McQueen Digitally Printed Dress.

Grab a bite:
The Magnum

If you’re looking for traditionally Scottish dining then look no further. The Magnum, a short walk away from Edinburgh’s city centre, serves classic Scottish dishes alongside fresh seasonal game and seafood. Hire evening dresses in Edinburgh and dazzled in our Dolce and Gabbana Striped Dress or stun in a LBD like our Gorgeous Couture Ariela Dress. We provide a pre-paid postage label for you to return the dress when you’ve worn it! Completely hassle free.

Outdoor Activity:
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Performing in Edinburgh Castle, the 2013 Tattoo features awe-inspiring variety from the four corners of the globe. It’s truly bagpipes-galore with a whole host of dancers and bands playing in kilts. Although a coat may be required (hopefully not raincoats) hire an evening dress and feel glamourous whilst you watch the Tattoo perform. Hire our Carven Twisted Stretch Dress or our Rag & Bone Niki Flared Dress.

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So your black tie event is around the corner and you’re in that classic dilemma, what are you going to wear?! You want to look better than ever before, but you don’t want to go over the top.  The rules have been loosened since the origins of black tie and now cocktail dresses are generally considered appropriate attire making the decision even harder. Not only do we have to choose the colour/fit/fabric of the dress but  the length as well, my they had it easy! The team at GMD have picked a few spring summer favourites to help ease the decision!

Our first pick is a gown by one of our favourite designers Dina Bar-El, on trend with one of the key features of ss13, lace. The Louise gown has a fitted bodice and a fishtail skirt which accentuates the body and creates a real sultry elegance – a bold choice, that is sure to turn heads.

Our second pick is the Issa Cross over dress, which is dark red in colour. Practise your red carpet poses and channel Angelina Jolie circa Oscars 2012, with a leg baring thigh slit. The floor length gown is the ultimate in simplistic sophistication, creating effortless glamour.

If you’re not afraid to show a little leg, try our Alice and Olivia Lora Metallic Dress. Bang on trend for ss13 with metallic hues this dress adds instant glamour to your black tie event. With graphic patterning adding textural detailing its sure to become the absolute go to cocktail dress.

Our final and fourth pick comes from our new collection of Ariella dresses. The Andrea dress mixes two key trends of ss13, metallics and pastels. The ice blue pencil dress is figure hugging with a metallic lace bodice. Sophisticated and feminine.

The team at GMD can’t wait for the next black tie event to wear one of our spring summer picks!

As the UK celebrates the engagement of Prince William and Kate Middleton, and hopes for a bank holiday weekend to be added in light of the royal wedding of the millenium (sorry Charles and Camilla), everyone is asking ‘have you seen Kate’s ring??’ But it seems that more than a few beady eyed fashionistas have been asking ‘have you seen Kate’s dress??’ Kate looked glowing in a blue, wrap dress by designer label Issa, but if you’re keen to get your hands on it, I’m afraid you’re too late. Having sold out on the Matches website and Harvey Nichols, amongst others, it’s going to be no mean feat to find that dress.

Issa is one of Kate’s go-to designers, having worn the Brazilian label on more than a few occassions. Luckily for you, Issa is one of our favourites too – why not try this one? But if you’re still hankering after that royal blue, these equally stunning dresses are sure to make you feel every inch the princess.

{L-R Jersey Dress in Slate by Butter by Nadia, Waist Knot Dress by Halston Heritage, Summer Silk Belted Dress by Proenza Schouler, Petal Sculpt Dress by Suzannah}

Accesorize with a prince for instant glamour – we hear Harry’s still available!

By Catherine Sprunt.