Top tips on how to wear the hottest trends for Formal Dresses this season

 Colour is a huge trend this formal season so if you’re going to do brights, make sure you do them well! Colour-block your dress to your accessories and don’t be shy about clashing (matchy-matchy fashion is on the out!). If you’re going for a bright blue dress, opt for a hot pink or orange clutch, cuff and earrings. The best colour combinations this season are Blue and Orange, Hot Pink and Red, Purple and Orange and Green and Purple. The proof is splashed all over the red carpet – celebs have not been shy in sporting daring, bright frocks and colour-blocked ensembles.

With Summer rapidly approaching, your formal night and a bright frock will go hand-in-hand. The following looks are on offer at GOSH and will help you make a statement at your formal. Our Darling dress comes in a selection of brights – blue, yellow, tangerine and hot pink – and is a full length gown which will definitely help you stand out.

Below are some alternative looks also available through GOSH which can help you emulate this celebrity-inspired bright trend.

Thigh-high slits on maxi dresses and skirts are big this summer so the key here is balance. If you’ve got a dress with a thigh-high slit, make sure that remains the feature of your outfit and keep your top half simple and covered up (take note – Rosie Huntington-Whitley pictured above). Always remember if you’re baring more below, cover more up top and vice versa! GOSH has taken a page from Maggie Q’s book and brings to you this timeless high-thigh split dress.

Backless dresses and cut outs are super sexy and have been seen on the red carpet with celebrities Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson, Miranda Kerr and Rosie Huntington-Whitley showing off their backs in style. Backless and cut-out looks can be rocked at either full length or mini lengths. Make sure you prepare your skin before you bare is all by exfoliating and moisturising your back the night before. Use a shimmer cream to add that extra glow to your back before you head out to ensure you're looking picture perfect!

Happy formal shopping!