Running from the 26^th August – 7^th September, it’s the 70^th Venice International Film Festival. Featuring unique film from across the world, the film festival also plays host to some of the most glamour fashion. It’s a great excuse to pull out all the stops and wear some formal dresses and black tie dresses. GMD runs through the top celebrity dresses and styles this year.

The Mini Dress

Stars like Goldshifteh Farahani, Carey Mulligan and Freida Pinto opted for the mini cocktail dresses during their time at the film festival. From A – line to shift, the dresses were worn with confidence and style. Steal their style with our Burberry London Erica Ruched Dress or our McQ by Alexander McQueen Camoflauge Pink Dress, both available to rent from £29.

The Lace Dress

A beautiful compliment to evening dresses is lace – it never seems to go out of fashion and is chosen by celebrities again and again. Ball gowns especially look great with a bit of lace here and there. Stars like Martina Gedeck, Mia Wasikowska and The Blonde Salad blogger Chiara Ferragni all rocked their lace looks. Get the look with our Nicole Miller Eva Lace Dress available to rent or try our Dina Bar-El lace ball gown.

The Colourful Dress

When an opportunity presents itself you should never shy away – go big or go home! Stars like Catalia Sandino, Sandra Bullock and Natalia Borges opted for colourful long dresses. Look fabulous in one of our evening dresses to hire like the Ariella Elizabeth Gown or the Nicole Miller Riley Cobalt Gown

Sophia is a 20-year-old Business Management student from Bedfordshire who counts blogging as a big part of her life. It’s her little place on the Internet where she can ramble on about all the things she loves. She also works part time at a hairdressers, does accounts and administration for a print wear company and runs two other of her own businesses. We were able to grab a minute of Sophia’s time for her to talk about her favourite celebrity dresses to rent.

1. Forever Unique Stardust Dress – £59
Every time I see this dress I seem to fall in love with it even more. I adore the bejewelled bust detailing and think it is a complete show stopped. I think it is the type of celebrity dress rental that would make you feel fabulous and fairy-tale esk!

2. Alice and Olivia Olympia Embellished Dress – £49
Alice and Olivia have some beautiful celebrity dresses and this is one of my favourites by them. It is quite a simple design but the gorgeous twinkling fabric is absolutely stunning. Paired with the right heels and accessories it would be the perfect evening outfit.

3. Diva Sophia Sophia Sequin Dress – £29

Not only is this a stunning celebrity dress but also check out it’s amazing name…Sophia! I am a sucker for sparkle and this instantly took my eye on the website as it is something really unique. The asymmetric design is very in on the runway, it is a very high fashion statement dress.

4. Ariella Sequin Fishtail Gown – £109

This is absolutely stunning…I adore the style, the fabric and all of the sparkling detailing. You can tell I have a love affair with sparkle! It is a fabulous red carpet dress…if only I had a red carpet event to go to! It’s something different compared to the other celebrity dresses as it is a classic long evening dress and I adore the complimenting high neck detailing.

5. Gorgeous Couture The Lacey Dress – £49

I had to include a LRD (Little Red Dress) as these are staples in any girl’s wardrobe! I adore the shoulder detailing on this gorgeous celebrity dress as it adds something really unique and different to a simple midi dress design. It’s a very versatile dress, which could be worn for a wide range of occasions!

View all our celebrity dresses to rent here

West London girls Mads & Jessy knew from an early age they both shared a love of fashion. Their blog is a mix of gritt and glamour, featuring outfit posts from both girls as well as thought provoking fashion posts. Mads is a dance and performer, whilst Jess is a PA for a television company, and together they are Messy Ldn. Catch them on their blog or on their Chictopia page. They give us their top celebrity dresses to rent from Girl Meets Dress.

Mads

1. Ariella Sofia gown – £109

Love the ethereal, floaty quality of this celebrity dress. The split in the leg gives it a sexy vibe along with the “under the bust” cutouts. Lemon is a hard colour to pull off unless you have that sunkissed glow. All in all a perfect summer evening gown…& seen as my holidays are coming up this dress is an inspiration.

2. Alice & Olivia Papina Dress – £49

Such a cute celebrity dress to hire. I love the length, little capped sleeves & love love love the colour. So chic. Hair down or up with red lips to match this beautiful dress.

Jess

1. Melissa Odabash Laura – £29

I love how elegant yet sexy this black celebrity dress this. It allows you to show off your legs in a feminine fun way. I would feel confident and pretty in this because of the slightly A line cut it has you can wear it comfortably without worrying about it clinging. The little black dress always wins especially at this affordable price.

2. Gorgeous Couture Jen Maxi Dress – £79

This celebrity maxi dress is just so chic in its simplicity and reminds me of the Tom Ford dress that Gwyneth Paltrow wore to the Oscars. The Swarovski belt adds some subtle glamour to it and I like that it is detachable so you can accessorise as much as or as little as you want to. This blush pink is one of my favourite colours and so pretty for summer.

View all our celebrity dresses here

Emily is a student about to start a degree in Graphic Design and runs her own blog called EmilyEmilyBeth as she loves everything to do with beauty and fashion. When Emily’s not blogging she aspires to be a graphic designer or might branch into marketing. Emily takes us through her top 5 ball gowns to hire online from Girl Meets Dress.

1) Diva Sophia Una Gown Mint – £39

I love this ball dress because it’s a perfect dress for summer, instead of wearing the usual LBD why not opt for a mint green pastel colour – you’ll definitely stand out amongst other people. If you’re wanting a simple prom dress, but with a splash of colour, then this is the dress for you.

2) Ariella Gisele Gown – £109

This ball gown is full on glamour. It is SO eye catching and you’ll be sure to turn every head in the room once you walk in! The embellishments make this ball dress look flawless, and very classy – what more could you want!? The ball gown cut is highly flattering for any shape, and for sure you’ll be the one dazzling in the middle of the room.

3) Dina Bar-El Audrey Gown – £109

Instead of wearing your old LBD, why not opt for a change and go for a LBD with a bit more sophistication. This black Audrey Gown is definitely something different, with an open back it will certainly turn heads – and is certainly a change from the normal LBD. You will definitely stand out in a row of LBD’s with this number on, perfect for a formal, laid back black tie event.

4) Erdem Holly Maxi Dress – £79

If you’re feeling more adventurous, why not hire the Holly Maxi Dress. The patterns are unique and interesting, and will sure have people wishing they had that ball dress on. The floor length of this dress adds a classy element to it, a spin on the casual dress you often find with a similar pattern to this. Just dress it up with some simple jewellery and voila, you’ll look perfect.

5) Jovani Sequin Tulle Gown – £109

And finally… the one you’ve all been waiting for. This Jovani ball gown is purely stunning and everyone will wish you were their friend with this number on. The embellishment really makes this dress what it is, and you don’t have to wear any jewellery with this dress as I am pretty sure the dress does all of the talking!

View all our ball gowns to rent here