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Tulle Elegance Dress by Lela Rose
Tulle Elegance Dress by Lela Rose
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Tulle Elegance Dress by Lela Rose

Lela Rose

Tulle Elegance Dress
Rental $150 Retail $1395
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This Lela Rose dress is a sensational LBD for any formal affair. Tulle sleeves add sophistication and elegance to this look. Shown here with Erickson Beamon's Dangerous Liasions Bracelet and Anton Heunis' Intricate Crystal Earrings.
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Black stretch faille. Square neckline. Tulle sleeves. Pleated bodice. Hook-and-eye closure. Hidden back zip. 38'' from shoulder to hem.
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This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size up for back-up size (see following fit notes for exceptions).

BUST: Great for any cup size
WAIST: Very fitted - fitted throughout bodice - thick, stretch fabric cinches in waist
HIPS: Very fitted - skirt runs narrow at hips - curvy women should consider sizing up
LENGTH: Knee length - (on a 5'5" model)

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra and seamless underwear - wear with SPANX to cinch in waist and hips
FABRIC: Fabric has some stretch
GREAT FOR: Athletic, Full Bust, Hourglass, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'11". )

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Brooke
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Age: 26
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34B
Nov 13, 2011
I Love this Dress!
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
This dress is top notch quality and fit. The style is timeless and elegant. I wore this to a political fundraiser and received compliments from all ages. The sleeve detail is the perfect twist to a traditional, classy, Sexy LBD.
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Genevieve
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Age: 27
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34B
Mar 11, 2013
Perfect holiday outfit
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
Runs a little small, but was great for my event. The tulle sleeves didn't stay up as well as I expected and unfortunately some of the boning in the corset was poking through the dress. However, the wonderful stylists at RTR remedied that with a special credit to my account! Helpful as always.
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JKW
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Age: 42
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 128 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34B
Jan 23, 2013
It was perfect! Simple yet elegant.
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I wore the dress to a charity gala. The dress was a little tough to move my arms, but luckily I had my sweet husband to fetch everything that I was unable to reach. I felt a little confined, but I was happy that I didn't have to be concerned with showing too much. The guests included Senators and community leaders, as well as celebrities, so I didn't want to be worried about too much cleavage or a short skirt. This dress was elegant and perfect for my event. I would suggest it for a wedding or formal event for women who are not so comfortable exposing too much and women over 40.
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J
Age: 32
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 170 lbs
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 36B
Jan 1, 2013
Elegant LBD with perfect boning
Size worn: 12
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
The dress is elegant and very-well put together. The fabric is very thick, lined, and has great tailoring at the top runching and the waist line. I recieved so many compliments on the dress- it does cinch at the waist and skim the hips perfectly. Unlike the description, the waist is NOT stretchy at all. Be aware, if you have a large ribcage, this is a very tight close. While the dress fit great thru my waist and hips, despite only a 36B, I nearly gave up on this dress as the last 3 inches on the zipper did not go easy. For the negatives, the boning is intense on the front. While it will form and contour your body without Spanx-type undergarments, I still reccomend them to keep the bones from poking into your bare skin all night. You'll have great posture, but bending the torso is quite constrained. Don't expect to be able to raise your arms. Pratice the t-rex arm motions. Although if you really need to raise them, it's quite easy to slip out of the tulle sleeves and the boning still holds the dress in place perfectly. (Fixing hair in the bathroom, etc).
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Heather
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Age: 37
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34C
Dec 5, 2012
Very elegant - a unique take on the LBD
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
The dress fit perfectly although it was slightly short-waisted for me (I'm 5'11"). Since the fabric is fairly substantial, I did not need a bra or any special undergarments. As other reviewers have noted, the sleeves do slide down your arms at times - but I wore this dress for about 7 hours and it really wan't an issue. This was my first rental - I had the dress shipped directly to my hotel so I was a bit nervous. Everything went perfectly and I will definitely rent again!
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Susan
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Age: 27
Height: 5' 3"
Usually wears: 0
Body type: Petite
Nov 7, 2012
very classy/elegant dress for a formal affair
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
The body portion fit perfectly, but the sheer sleeves were very big/loose. I had to pin them to fit my shoulder and stay in place.
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Katie
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Age: 25
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34C
Jul 20, 2011
Elegant and classy!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I usually wear a 6 in dresses, however, people had mentioned this dress ran small so I ordered it in a 6 and an 8. The 6 fit great and I'm definitely a curvy 6. 35/27/39 if that helps. This dress looked fantastic on and I got so many compliments. I had people asking all night about it. If you need a classy dress, this is the one! Only drawback was that it was a bit loose up top and too low in the back for a strapless bra, so a nubra or some other backless bra might be helpful!
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Anna
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Age: 23
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 95 lbs
Usually wears: 0
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 34B
Dec 22, 2011
They delivered it right to me in NYC on time and and made it easy to return.
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
I thought it fit true to size, and I usually wear a size 0. I wore this to the October Ball at the Modern Art Museum in NYC and made for a perfect dress for a black tie event. My only complaint was that the netted sleeves kept me from lifting my arms very high all night, which started to annoy me.
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HC
Age: 33
Height: 5' 0"
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Petite
May 5, 2013
Sleeves don't stay up
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
I rented this dress as my first choice, but did not end up wearing it because the tulle sleeves kept sliding down, making the dress look frumpy. Otherwise, the dress looks great- but I just couldn't make it work!
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Erin
Age: 26
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34B
Mar 6, 2013
Everyone loved this dress!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Formal Affair
I thought this dress was really pretty. i wore it for a country club black tie event on the beach. cons: sleeves didnt stay up that well and it was a bit hard to dance. it was also a bit longer than i would have hoped but other than that it fit great, everyone had lots of compliments and pictures came out fabulous!
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Kim
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Age: 48
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34C
Mar 4, 2013
The fabric and look of this dress is beautiful, but it did not fit. No size inside dress.
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
No size inside dress to confirm whether it was the right size and the two sizes sent seemed to fit about the same. I could not breathe it was so tight across my chest and in the hips. I could not get it hooked in the back. I wore the backup dress I'd ordered.
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Christine
Age: 25
Height: 5' 4"
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Pear
Dec 18, 2012
Perfect for a black tie attire wedding! Recieved a lot of compliments!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Fit true to size. Just hard to lift your hands up with the sleeves.
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Leila
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Age: 33
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 166 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34D
Dec 9, 2012
Very Classic
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I actually rented this specifically for my mother-in-law's funeral. It was perfect, classy, and statement worthy. Now that may sound horrible, but considering the circumstances and events prior to, at that current time, and still going on now... it was worth it and most definitely needed. I rented 6 with my 10. The 6 would have felt wonderfully if I would have been able to zip the last inch up (chest was snug but not exposed). The 10 was slightly baggy but not to the point that it felt like a sack...it didn't gap to bad but the tulle for the "sleeves" were a little...confining, especially when you were hugging people. That would be my only beef about the dress- the sleeves. It was comfortable enough to be able to jump on a trampoline with my 7 year old right before the wake. I received A LOT of compliments and I felt very confident in it. A good "go to" little black dress for any occasion, I believe.
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Morgan
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Age: 25
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34B
Oct 22, 2012
Wore this dress for engagement pictures, and LOVED the look!
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Other
I normally wear an 8, but this dress was very fitted, and a little tight in the hips. The top fit fine, but I would recommend getting a size up for your additional size.
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bonnie
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Age: 60
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34D
Oct 15, 2012
Beautiful to look at ,.,.
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
But, neither the 6 or the 8 fit me. It was too big in the top and the 6 was more like a 4 on the bottom. The 8 top was way too big on the top and the bottom still didn't fit me right. Didn't work out for me.
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Sue
Age: 56
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 32B
Oct 3, 2012
Great dress! Everyone talks about a perfect little back dress. This one definitely one.
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Nothing specific to say here.
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BostonGal
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Age: 29
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34C
Sep 30, 2012
Looks nice - tough fit.
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
This dress runs a true size down - I ordered the 6 and it fit just like a 4. It looks nice and I received compliments, but there were some issues. The boning inside the dress was popping out and it stabbed me like 2 needles - very uncomfortable. The tuile on the arms was cute, but didn't stay up and ended up just falling around my arms. I wore a strapless bra and that helped hold the dress up. Without it, the dress would have fallen down. It is a modest dress. I am 5'10 and it was to my knees. The last issue is with the tuile on the arms, you cannot lift your arms to do anything - like but your hair back. That was very frustrating. Wouldn't rent this again, but it was fine for the occasion (black tie optional wedding.)
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SYK
Top Contributor
Age: 34
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 128 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Pear
Sep 27, 2012
Many compliments
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Boning was ripping out and piercing my skin
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Jennifer
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Age: 42
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34B
Sep 24, 2012
Did not wear this dress.
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
The sleeves absolutely did not work for me. They didn't stay up at all. Maybe if you have broader shoulders it would work better? Beautiful dress but I didn't wear it.
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Jessie
Top Contributor
Age: 29
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34B
Aug 29, 2012
Very Pretty!!!
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
Loved this dress, though the torso runs a bit small. Very elegant!
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B
Age: 31
Height: 5' 8"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Aug 13, 2012
No wiggle Room
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
This dress was tough for me because there is not much stretch. I ordered 2 sizes and neither worked. The larger was too big and the smaller was too small. It seemed like there was more than 1 size difference in the 2 dresses. Oh well, it was worth a shot!! :)
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K
Age: 30
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 148 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 36B
May 7, 2012
Classic and Beautiful
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I wore this dress to a wedding in February and received many compliments! I am 5'11", so often dresses are too short for me in the torso, but this one was an almost perfect fit.
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Jean
Age: 42
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 100 lbs
Usually wears: 0
Body type: Petite
Mar 3, 2012
If only I could zip it up
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
I returned this because I couldn't close the zipper! I was very disappointed since it looked really pretty. I especially liked the back. It was small on the torso. Heavy fabric, well constructed, hard to lift your arms.
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Angie
Top Contributor
Age: 33
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 132 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34D
Feb 22, 2012
Wish I could've worn this one!
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
This is a lovely dress, with fabric at the shoulders which really gives it a very unique and classy look. I order Lela Rose all the time, however, and I have to say that this dress runs considerably smaller than many of her other dresses-- especially through the hips and bust area. Although I've comfortably fit into the Sweet Sarah dress and Galaxy Tweed dress in a size 8, this one wouldn't-- quite-- zip, so I had to wear my backup dress, which was the Sweet Sarah in a size 8. Definitely will be renting this one again though in another size!
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Hannah
Top Contributor
Age: 25
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 32B
Feb 2, 2012
classy, conservative
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This dress is the epitome of classy. It fit really well, but I'm curvy and I thought it looked slightly frumpy - I think if I didn't have curves and wanted to look more curvy I might wear this dress because the fabric is structured and will give curves to anyone. I rented 2 dresses and didn't end up wearing this one - in my opinion, it's beautiful, but not *flattering* in the sense that you're not showing anything off (and it's great if that's the look you're going for!). I think it's perfect if you want a feminine and modest look.
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Kathleen
Top Contributor
Age: 55
Height: 5' 5"
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 32C
Jan 19, 2012
Gorgeous dress, but...!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
Gorgeous, sophisticated, elegant dress. Ordered the 6 and 8. As other reviewers have noted, the bodice runs very small, so although the 6 fit (v. snugly!) I went with the 8 for comfort, which was probably a mistake as I had difficulty keeping the sleeves up and had to wear a nu-bra. Also, the boning had poked through on one side and was stabbing me in the chest all night. Despite all, I got a ton of compliments and felt beautiful in it.
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Tu
Age: 24
Height: 4' 9"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 36D
Jan 1, 2012
Made my night!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
Usually I'm a size 6 except in the chest area so (as you can see from the picture) I had to have my friend zip me up all the way that night. I loved the sleeves but they didn't necessarily stay put unless my posture was on point. It was a tad long on me because I'm super short but that was to be expected. I honestly think that an 8 would have been too big on me. I think I should have worn pasties instead of an actual bra because a lot of my pictures included what color they were. Overall, though, it was a beautiful dress! I enjoyed wearing it (even though I kinda couldn't breathe).
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Amy
Top Contributor
Age: 42
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 110 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 32D
Dec 23, 2011
Very pretty!
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
A beautiful dress. Ran quite small in the bodice, though. Wore a 2 with cinching lingerie, but could have probably worn a 4.
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Berlinessa
Top Contributor
Age: 36
Height: 5' 10"
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34C
Dec 22, 2011
Stunning LBD
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Other
This dress turns heads and garners compliments from left and right. I loved the ticker fabric with its subtle sheen. On me it did run a little large but I got a 6 because they were out of 4. (I'm usually between those sizes.) Though I do have a C cup I felt that it was slightly loose in that area -- but the boning keeps everything in place. A great dress.
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Jules
Top Contributor
Age: 35
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34B
Nov 7, 2011
Overall fit: True to Size
The zipper was quite a challenge. It got stuck. And the boning was coming out at the top and stabbing me in the chest. It is a classic dress, you just have to suffer for fashion if you want to wear this.
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Peggy
Age: 48
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Petite
Oct 15, 2011
Overall fit: Small
This dress runs a bit on the small size so good to go up one size. At my height, the hemline was 2 inches below my knee and looked dowdy. If you are tall and slim, this will work for you.
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klygrl
Age: 52
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Full Bust
Oct 10, 2011
Overall fit: True to Size
This dress is beautiful. The fabric is heavy and rich...a great winter dress. I found the fit to be a bit strange. I wore my usual size 0, but the rib cage area was like wearing a vice, while the hips fit fine. I could have gone a size up, but I didn't like the extra room in the hips, so I sucked it up (literally) and went with the 0. It was worth it, as the dress is gorgeous and it was the classy, elegant look I wanted, but it was a bit uncomfortable at first getting used to not being able to breathe. If you're smaller on top, rent it. So pretty!!
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Fresca
Top Contributor
Age: 26
Height: 5' 9"
Body type: Hourglass
May 17, 2011
Overall fit: Large
I love the look of this dress but unfortunately it is just too big! I am usually a size 4, and after reading that the dress runs too small I decided to take my chances and rent it in my usual size (as it was the only size available at the time) but it was a bit too big for me. I am 5'9" with a 36" bust and 26" waist (just in case anyone reading this is built similarly). Maybe this might feel right to someone else, but I prefer dresses to fit snugly, and this one gaped around the bust AND waist. I'm not sure if the size 2 would fit or be too small as I did not rent that particular size. Such a shame! Giving it 5 stars as I love the dress itself, it just didn't fit.
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JM
Top Contributor
Age: 30
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 34C
Mar 8, 2011
Overall fit: True to Size
AMAZING!! The pictures do no justice! After reading the reviews I was a bit nervous renting the 4, as most women said the dress ran small. I wore this dress to a black tie wedding and it fit like a glove. Would definitely recommend!
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Alissa
Top Contributor
Age: 25
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Hourglass
Nov 11, 2010
Overall fit: Small
This dress runs very small. There is no stretch or give to it at all. I would recommend ordering a size up!
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Melissa
Top Contributor
Age: 25
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Full Bust
Nov 11, 2010
Overall fit: Small
This dress is really tight in the ribcage and narrow through the hips. It has no stretch to it so I would definitely size up.
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