Royal Ascot Dress Code 2026: Every Enclosure Rule Explained
The women's Royal Ascot dress code enclosure by enclosure, what the Princess of Wales wore in 2026, and Roksanda pieces that comply.
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Kate Middleton Style: 7 Rules and Her Royal Ascot 2026 Look
Kate Middleton style comes down to a few steady habits, from one strong colour to repeat wear. Here are the documented looks, the designers Coveti stocks and how to get the effect.
Plum Dresses: 12 Picks and a 2026 Shade and Skin Tone Guide
How plum compares with burgundy, wine and aubergine, who it suits, and when to wear it, with plum dresses at Coveti from Solace London, Christopher Esber, Alex Perry and more.
Occasion Dresses: What to Wear to 7 Events in 2026
What to wear to weddings, the races, christenings, garden parties, galas and formal dinners, with a table by occasion and Roksanda, Emilia Wickstead and Erdem dresses to shop.
Sheer Dresses 2026: How to Wear Them and 12 to Shop
How to wear sheer dresses in 2026: sheer cloque, organza, tulle and chiffon explained, what to wear underneath, wedding and evening rules, and the dress codes that ban sheer, with Roksanda's Syla Dress.
Satin Maxi Dresses 2026: Fabrics, Fits and 12 to Shop
A UK-first guide to satin maxi dresses: silk, polyester and double satin compared, bias cut explained, how to wear them and what underwear works, with Roksanda's Kami, Nella, Ida and Hiba.
Satin Trousers 2026: Cuts, Suiting and 10 Pairs to Shop
How to choose and wear satin trousers in 2026: wide, straight and tailored cuts, day to evening styling and satin suiting, with Roksanda's navy satin tailoring and pairs from Toteme, Max Mara and more.
Mother of the Groom Dresses 2026: 8 Rules and Best Colours
The etiquette, colours, seasons and dress codes behind mother of the groom dresses, with Roksanda pieces and picks from other designers at Coveti.
Black Tie Optional: What Women Wear in 2026 (3 Routes)
What black tie optional means, what women wear, what to avoid and how it compares with black tie and cocktail attire.
White Tie Dress Code for Women: What to Wear in 2026
What the white tie dress code means for women, from gowns and gloves to jewellery and hair, with a comparison of every major dress code.
Evening Dresses: 2026 Guide to Styles, Fabrics and Fit
Evening dress, evening gown and cocktail dress explained, with advice on occasions, body lines, fabrics and accessories, plus Roksanda, Elie Saab and Alexander McQueen pieces to shop.
Formal Dresses: 2026 Guide by Dress Code, Length and Fabric
What counts as a formal dress, explained by dress code, length, fabric, season and colour, with Roksanda, Erdem, Huishan Zhang and Carolina Herrera pieces to shop.
Martin Margiela at Hermès, 1997 to 2003: The Quiet Years
From 1997 to 2003, Martin Margiela designed two very different collections at once: his own deconstructed, experimental Maison Martin Margiela, and the women's ready-to-wear of Hermès, the most classic house in Paris. The Hermès years are now seen as some of his best work. Coveti...
How to Pronounce Maison Margiela (and Martin Margiela)
Maison Margiela is a Paris house, so its name is said the French way: meh-ZOHN mar-zhyeh-LAH . The written phonetic form is [mɛzɔ̃ maʁʒjela]. Here it is broken down, with the common mistakes. Coveti stocks the women's ready-to-wear in the Maison Margiela collection ....
John Galliano at Maison Margiela: The Ten Years, 2014 to 2024
John Galliano led Maison Margiela for ten years, from 2014 to the end of 2024. He made Artisanal couture the centre of the house again, mixed menswear and womenswear into co-ed shows and ended with one of the most talked-about shows of the decade. Glenn Martens took over in January 2025. Coveti...
Maison Margiela Stores Around the World: Paris, New York, LA, Dubai and More
Maison Margiela runs boutiques in the major fashion cities, and each one is designed in the house's white, stripped-back style. This guide lists the main stores by city, using the addresses the house publishes. Hours change, so check the Maison Margiela store locator before you go. If there is...
Why Is Maison Margiela So Expensive? Price, Value and Sales Explained
Maison Margiela is a luxury house, and its prices reflect how the clothes are made rather than a logo. A plain white shirt and a hand-painted blazer carry very different amounts of work. Here is what you are paying for, when prices drop and how to buy well from the Maison Margiela collection ....
Maison Margiela Collaborations: H&M, Reebok, Salomon, Supreme and More
Maison Margiela collaborates rarely, and when it does, the partner usually gets the Margiela treatment: painted over, split at the toe and stamped with the four stitches. Several of the best-known collaborations are with MM6 Maison Margiela, the younger line, not the main house. Here is each one...
What Is Maison Margiela Replica? The Clothes and the Fragrances Explained
Most people know Replica as the Maison Margiela perfumes with names like Lazy Sunday Morning and By the Fireplace. But Replica started as a clothing idea in 1994, and it explains a lot about how the house thinks. Coveti stocks the Maison Margiela women's ready-to-wear, not shoes, fragrance and...
The Maison Margiela Tabi: History, Styles and How to Wear Them
The Tabi is the most recognisable thing Maison Margiela makes: a boot, flat and sneaker with the big toe split from the others, so the foot looks like a hoof. Martin Margiela put it on his first runway, and more than 35 years later it is still the house's signature shoe. Coveti stocks the Maison...
Alexander McQueen Jewellery: The Lustre Earrings and the House Codes
Alexander McQueen jewellery explained: the Lustre chandelier earrings in jet crystal and pearl, the skull and damask codes, materials, care and styling.
Alexander McQueen Shoe Size Guide: IT, UK and US Conversion
The Alexander McQueen shoe size chart from the house: Italian to UK and US, half sizes, and fit notes for the Niko boots, Koko pump and Wishbone creeper.
Alexander McQueen Shoes for Women: Boots, Pumps, Mary Janes and Creepers
Alexander McQueen shoes for women: the Niko boots and Mary Jane, the Koko pump and the Wishbone creeper, with heel heights, sizing and styling.
Alexander McQueen Boots: The Niko Knee Boot and Ankle Boot Explained
Alexander McQueen boots for women: the Niko knee boot in black and storm grey and the Niko ankle boot, heel heights, leathers, sizing and styling.