Before they had even finished university, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez were the talk of New York City and rapidly becoming the talk of the fashion industry.  Attending Parsons School of Design and having been apprentices of Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs, McCollough and Hernandez struck up a friendship that was rapidly going to make them a dream team in American fashion.  With skills and ideas way beyond their years, the pair’s senior thesis was bought by Barneys New York as their first collection with many other retailers vying for pieces.

Having labeled their brand after their mothers’ maiden names, the designs from Proenza Schouler continue to awe and inspire the fashion industry and its followers all over the world since it was founded in 2002. Their latest Spring/Summer 2012 collection was filled with forties designs that included structured button up short and jacket combinations and A-line skirts.

At Girl Meets Dress we are so pleased to have some of their famous designs available for our faithful followers to hire.  The Summer Belted Dress in a beautiful purple silk is simple and elegant with a frilled, layered detailing on the skirt.  With a contrasting black belt it cinches in the waist for a fun and flattering party dress.

Proenza Schouler‘s Reptile Print Dress is a gorgeous shift with a yellow, iris blue and navy reptile print.  Its bold colours and draped back detailing make it a bold and elegant choice for a wedding or dinner party.  Team with solid black or nude heels and chunky gold jewellery.

Finally, we have the Metallic Jacquard Dress in black and gold.  Its gold print with slimming black side panels make this dress a perfect choice for the winter season.  Team with black tights, black heels and big gold earrings.

For our Proenza Schouler collection visit http://goo.gl/zeykT

For style advice simply email enquiries@girlmeetsdress.com.  Happy hiring!

By Caroline Dawe

New Years is all about the glitzy and the glamorous!  There is no such thing as over the top and the BIGGER the better!  From sequins, beads and velvet anything goes.  In fact wear it all!   Don your highest heels and lay on the glitzy make-up.  It’s never too early to decide upon your celebratory dress.  This will be your ultimate party dress and Girl Meets Dress is the perfect location to find it!  For a statement dress you will only wear once (let’s face it!)…read on for some of our favourite suggestions.

Alice & Olivia‘s Sequin Embellished Dress is the perfect New Year’s Dress if you’re going to be clubbing it this year.  This mini is glamorous yet ultra-fun and a great choice for dancing the night away.  Team it with a big fur coat (obviously just for before and after), sky-high silver heels and a little black clutch.

Or look ultra glam in Halston Heritage‘s Gold Lame Dress in a rose gold pleat.  Dazzle in this number with black tights and platforms for a striking appearance perfect for a dinner date or cocktail party.

Acne‘s Pam Paillette Dress is the perfect dress for a wow-effect.  From the front it’s a gorgeous little black number however turn around and its paillette covered open back is simply jaw-dropping.   Don’t detract from its wow-effect-simply compliment it with black tights, platform heels and an over-sized black clutch.

Choose Tory Burch‘s Athazer dress in black with dark blue sequin blocks for a sophisticated look, perfect for a house party or dinner date.  With long sleeves and a hemline that sits just above the knees, team it with boots or stilettos and black tights.  This dress looks great accented with gold door-knocker earrings and bangles.

Don’t forget to get in touch if you’re in need of any styling advice!  enquiries@girlmeetsdress.com x

By Caroline Dawe

Undecided on how to dress this halloween?  Then why not look to some our classic little black dresses for the perfect solution to an ultra spooky occasion.  The perfect compliment to your haunting accessories, you can never go wrong with the forever faithful LBD!  Fancy being fashionable even in fancy dress?  These frivolous frocks will take you to your All Hallow’s Eve parties in style.  Read on for some of our favourite LBDs with detailing perfectly suited to the year’s most spine-tingling night.

The Jerry Fish Dress by Tofu is the girly girl dress with a twist.  Its cap-sleeves and teacup skirt will allow you to look like butter wouldn’t melt.  However, its gauze ruffles give it a gothic undertone that will work perfectly with a witches hat and broom.  Team it with knee high or ankle boots for a tough-girl vibe.

Ruth Tarvydas‘ Hot Curves dress in body-con black is an ultra sexy choice for Halloween.  Its striking shape with curvy neck and hemline will turn you into a female vampire for the evening.  A bright red lipstick and killer heels will complete your look to die for.

Finally, The Batallion‘s Black Ballerina Dress is the ultimate go to dress for instant gothic glam.  This beautiful, ballerina inspired mini dress is made from 95% bamboo making it environmentally conscious couture.  With a sheer black tutu, the dress is easy to accent with gorie make-up and contrasting big black boots.

For our black dress collection simply visit: http://goo.gl/1xJZJ

By Caroline Dawe

Ukrainian born Ekaterina Kukhareva has resided in London since her studies at Central Saint Martin’s.  Her love for textiles has inspired her inclusion of macrame, fringing, knotting and crochet to her empowering designs that are inspired by queens past, capturing their strength and seductive powers.  Her latest collection encapsulates the mythological theme of Egypt with a particular focus on Cleopatra.  With structured tailoring and romantic detailing, Ekaterina creates pieces that enhance the female figure while adding a dangerous flair representative of times past.  The perfect dresses for cocktail events that will keep fashionistas gushing.

At Girl Meets Dress we have various Ekaterina Kukhareva creations to hire!  From cut-outs, pleating, fringe and metallic strips, these dresses have the wow-factor for whatever events your life may take you to.

Ekaterina Kukhareva’s Faded Rose Jersey Dress is spot-on if you require a statement dress.  With its multiple straps, fringed waist and crochet detailing over the bust it’s subtlety forward thinking.  Team with nude heels and light jewellery for a glamorous occasion.

The Metallic Pleated Rose Dress is wonderfully feminine with a warrior’s touch.  With it’s pleated skirt and sleeves, the dress is accented with brown strips across the chest, for a soft yet still daring look.

The Pleated Belt Dress is a beautifully feminine, asymmetrical and Grecian inspired frock.  In white, with a pleated overlay, the dress is accented with a crystal embellishment around the waist.  Team these gorgeous designs with nude or cream heels and a light layering of jewellery.

Check out Ekaterina Kukhareva’s collection for more of her creations.

By Caroline Dawe