If you’re wondering what to wear to a hunt ball or looking for hunt ball dresses, we’ve got you covered. As our hunting editor Catherine Austen suggests when she revealed what you need to know before you go to a hunt ball, you should first check the dress code. A few hunt balls stipulate white tie, but the majority will plum for black tie.
Simply put, black tie for ladies best translates as long and of an evening-appropriate fabric. This typically includes materials such as velvet, chiffon, silk or lace, but these days other smart fabrics are also acceptable. Think floor-sweeping gowns rather than cocktail dresses. Catherine says “Go long (but slinky) if you are in any doubt”, adding that you should avoid wearing “your most expensive suede heels – they will get wrecked and you will regret it.”
Hunt ball dresses for you to consider
Boohoo One Shoulder Thigh Split Maxi Dress
Colours: Black, ivory, red or blush | Sizes: UK 8–16 | RRP: £18 |
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Pretty Little Thing Bardot Fold Detail Split Maxi Dress
Colours: Navy | Sizes: UK 4–16 | RRP: £22 |
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Lipsy Artwork V-Neck Maxi Dress
Colours: Black, navy or green | Sizes: UK 6–18 | RRP: £90 |
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Goddiva Off The Shoulder Draped Sleeve Maxi Dress
Colours: Navy, red or emerald green | Sizes: UK 8–16 | RRP: £85 |
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Boohoo Wrap Off The Shoulder Maxi Dress
Colours: Black, ivory, stone, red, emerald, rose, jewel purple, berry or navy | Sizes: UK 6–14 | RRP: £18 |
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Goddiva Off The Shoulder Scuba Foam Maxi Dress
Colours: Red or royal blue | Sizes: UK 8–16 | RRP: £85 |
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Boohoo Frill Wrap Detail Chiffon Maxi Dress
Colours: Black, white, lilac or yellow | Sizes: UK 8–16 | RRP: £28 |
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Sistaglam All Over Lace Bardot Maxi Dress
Colours: Black or navy | Sizes: UK 6–18 | RRP: £90 |
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Asos Design Cami Wrap Lace Back Maxi Dress
Colours: Navy floral, sunflower orange or white | Sizes: UK 4–18 | RRP: From £35 |
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Little Mistress Lace Insert Bandeau Maxi Dress
Colours: Black | Sizes: UK 6–18 | RRP: £75 |
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Vila Halterneck Maxi Dress
Colours: Navy or pink | Sizes: UK 6–18 | RRP: £48 |
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Oasis Cowl Neck Cold Shoulder Satin Dress
Colours: Emerald, navy or sage | Sizes: UK 6–18 | RRP: £109 |
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Oasis Premium Crepe Bandeau Dress
Colours: Black | Sizes: UK 6–18 | RRP: £99 |
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HotSquash Asymmetric Maxi Dress
Colours: Black, navy or green | Sizes: UK 8–18 | RRP: £109 |
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Lipsy Ruffle One Shoulder Maxi Dress
Colours: Black or navy | Sizes: UK 6–18 | RRP: £70 |
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