Beautiful color, wonderful fabric -- standout dress!
This is a beautiful column halter dress, wonderfully made with full lining, and was very comfortable. I'm typically a 6 or an 8, but have found that in RTR dresses, size 6's are too form fitting. So, I ordered an 8 and a 10, and wore the 8, which was a little too drapey and hung a bit, but still worked pretty well. If I had to do over I would have ordered and worn the 6. Wonderful for dancing.
LouiseTop Contributor
Size 8
5' 6"
150 lbs
Athletic
34B
44 yrs
Great dress, effortlessly beautiful!
This dress definitely runs big I'm normally a size 6 and rented a size 4 and it fit perfectly you'll definitely need some sort of a strapless tape on bra or go without one because the back is low cut.
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
AlexisTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 9"
152 lbs
Athletic
36C
37 yrs
Brunch dress, loved it!
I'm 5'5", 140, athletic build - this dress was beautiful and comfortable. Likely I could have fit into a 2 but this was still a great fit. Color is beautiful, love how the neck line shows off the shoulders. I could see myself renting this again.
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
KathyTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 5"
140 lbs
Athletic
32C
45 yrs
Exquisite rearview on this hot little dress! It's fun yet appropriate for a rehearsal dinner.
I wore a ZERO in this dress. I have never been a zero - usually a 4. Therefore, size down in this dress for sure. You want it to fit like a glove. The flow is built in so don't worry about it. I would buy this one in a heartbeat!
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 0
RTR MemberTop Contributor
Very happy with this comfortable dress.
I wore the 12, which I thought was surprising. There was even room to spare, but that made it so comfortable not having to feel like I was sucking in all night. The neck is a halter, which I worry about because that can be a big ask when you have DDs to hold up, but the support worked with a strapless bra. I had to shimmy the back of the bra down to be hidden in back, but it worked. The class at the neck was not strong, it gave out after less than an hour of wearing and I did a quick fix with a sewing kit from the hotel front desk and a safety pin for good measure. I'd recommend starting with a safety pin, to be safe. Having the halter top come unclasped during the cocktail hour was a little unsettling, though the dress didn't drop when it came unclasped -- thankfully.
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
AngelaTop Contributor
Size 12
5' 6"
190 lbs
Athletic
36DD
34 yrs
Beautiful color and great length!
The hooks are missing on neck, it is hooking on the material...other than that great.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Jocelyn Top Contributor
Size 14
6' 2"
190 lbs
Full Bust
40D
45 yrs
Loved this Dress! Perfect for a charity event
Loved this dress! It was actually a last minute replacement for my back up dress that couldn't be shipped. I went with a 10 to be safe because I could only get 1 size. It was a little loose and the 8 would have probably been a better fit. But it was still very flattering and comfortable. I wore breast petals and they worked great. I received so many compliments! Highly recommend.
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Tiffany Top Contributor
Size 10
5' 5"
Hourglass
34B
39 yrs
Fun color and unique cut - really stands out!
I got a ton of compliments on this dress! I liked it enough. I made the mistake of putting lotion on my body and the dress stuck to me all night and never felt like it laid right. Wish I had spanx for the dress, I would have felt a lot more comfortable.
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
KaraTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 8"
145 lbs
Pear
36C
33 yrs
Loved the color and style
Large in the top (at least for me, I'm a C cup). It arrived to me with one of the hooks broken and I had to use a safety pin to hold it up and make it a little tighter. I did like the dress though and had fun wearing it. Wish I had a better pic, but this was the only one taken that night.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
RTR MemberTop Contributor
Size 14
5' 11"
170 lbs
Pear
36C
39 yrs
I felt very comfortable in this dress. Love the color and the look. Got lots of compliments.
Great fit. My only question: Is the lining supposed to hang a little longer than dress itself? It wasn’t really noticeable and due to the flowy nature of the hemline it kinda worked!
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 16
CarleaseTop Contributor
Size 16
5' 8"
204 lbs
Full Bust
38DD
62 yrs
Elegant with a rich color
This is a beautiful dress, with an elegant and flattering cut. The back is low cut, so I wore it without a bra. It does have a lot of flow so i sized down and am glad I did. I generally wear a 6, sometimes 8, and a 4 fit well. I gave it 4 stars because the material is pretty thin and it shows everything. Otherwise I was really happy with this dress!
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
AliciaTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 9"
150 lbs
Athletic
34C
36 yrs
Nice but runs big
I read the review about it running big so ordered cautiously. It was fine minus showed bra in back bc too loose.
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
NicoleTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 1"
132 lbs
Full Bust
32D
31 yrs
Ended up not wearing. Was a little large and shapeless. Nice style!
NA
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
RTR MemberTop Contributor
33 yrs
Fun & comfortable
Runs a little big. I usually wear size 6, & I've put on 10 lbs-still went down to size 4. Fun, flirty dress. Great color! Wore a Nubra (1st time) due to the low back & halter neck-loved it! Hook & eye under armpit not particularly comfortable.
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
RTR MemberTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 7"
135 lbs
Athletic
36D
51 yrs
Runs too large
I couldn't wear it, too bad because it's very cute. I usually wear a 6, a 4 might have been better. Oh well, next time.
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
ElodieTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 2"
134 lbs
Athletic
34D
39 yrs
So much fun. Loved the color and the swing of this dress. Lots and lots of compliments. Comfy too.
Just adorable and the perfect color. the swing was so fun and I could eat, drink and dance all night.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
RTR MemberTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 5"
129 lbs
Athletic
34A
46 yrs
cute summery modern dress
fit was modern, but fun details - I have large rib cage, so the backless part kept me from being restricted - despite large chest, I was able to wear pasties only due to nice thick fabric!
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
MelissaTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 3"
120 lbs
Hourglass
34C
51 yrs
Didnt Wear
Too large
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 18W
Usual Size: 16
LeahTop Contributor
Size 16
5' 2"
40 yrs
really comfortable and flowy
Runs large, wore smaller backup size. Loved the dress, fun and flirty but appropriate for a wedding.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Lydia Top Contributor
Size 4
5' 6"
135 lbs
Athletic
34A
36 yrs
STYLIST REVIEW
I love this feminine dress by Carmen Marc Valvo! Running true to size with no stretch, I recommend wearing your true size for your primary size and going up for your back up. This style is roomy throughout the midsection and loose at the hips. It works best for A-C cup. You are not able to wear a standard bra with this apparel category so you should wear a strapless bra, nubra or no bra due to the cut of the dress. At 5'0", the length hit knee length on me. This was a cute, flirty dress perfect for Summer and Spring. Pair with strappy heels or sandals to complete your outfit!
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
PaulineTop Contributor
Size 10
5' 0"
160 lbs
Petite
36C
24 yrs
Nice dress for date night
Fit true to size, looks just as pictured
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 8
JessicaTop Contributor
Size 8
5' 7"
Hourglass
34DD
45 yrs
Beautiful color, runs big.
Loved this dress. I'm usually a 6, or an 8 for tighter dresses, and I rented the 4. I think a 2 might have been better - this really does run large. The color is very bright, the fit is flattering and forgiving. I wore it with nude wedges for an outdoor wedding, and it was perfect.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
AmandaTop Contributor
Size 8
5' 4"
134 lbs
Athletic
34D
36 yrs
Na
This dress is "flowy" and has a loose-ish form fit. I got several compliments and felt very comfortable in it at a rehearsal dinner. The only complaint is that there is a bit of extra material around the stomach area, and it looks a bit baggy when you sit down.
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
RTR MemberTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 8"
140 lbs
Hourglass
34B
28 yrs
Very pretty, runs large
Very pretty dress, runs a little large. Ordered a 10 and 8, wore the 8. I had to get a nubra to wear with this, though I think I might've been able to go with no bra. I did not think it was the most flattering shape for my figure, but it was very pretty, comfortable and easy to wear.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
ReenaTop Contributor
Size 10
5' 1"
Apple
34D
33 yrs
Did not wear
Did not wear, preferred other options
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
ErinTop Contributor
Size 8
5' 4"
Pear
30 yrs
Pretty but runs big
This is a fun style dress. It did run large in the stomach area and I received the XS.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
SherryTop Contributor
Size 2
5' 1"
120 lbs
Athletic
32DD
36 yrs
gorgeous color
I am a little bigger in the butt/thighs and this dress fit perfectly! Very flattering on pear shapes. The back dives deep so you will need to wear a low-backed bra or cups.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
MindyTop Contributor
Size 10
5' 8"
168 lbs
40 yrs
Cute dress but did not wear.
It was tight through the hips for me.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
KateTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 4"
137 lbs
Hourglass
32D
31 yrs
Backup dress...ran large!
This was the backup dress which was offered with my order. As the reviews say the dress runs very large. I am a size 6 and the 4 was even too large overall. The fabric is well made and the color is nice.
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
CayceTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 5"
135 lbs
Pear
32DD
40 yrs
Beautiful color, slightly large.
I loved the color and style of this dress, but it was definitely made for taller people. I can normally wear a 0 regular time, knowing the length will be long, but all areas sat about three inches lower than they should've (back, underarms, hips, etc. would be perfect for a lady of taller stature.
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
NicoleTop Contributor
Size 2
5' 0"
106 lbs
Petite
32B
32 yrs
Beautiful color, but wayyyy oversized
Did not wear due to oversized fit It was a shame, bc the color was near perfect.
KristenTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 5"
130 lbs
Pear
34B
57 yrs
date with the hubs
ran rather large on me and back dropped extremely low ... a little too low for my husband's liking
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 22W
Usual Size: 22
JenniferTop Contributor
Size 22
5' 8"
Hourglass
44DD
40 yrs
