Underwhelming
I wanted to love this for the details but it is showing some wear and the shape didn't do anything for me.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Katie Top Contributor
Size 6
5' 6"
155 lbs
Athletic
36C
35 yrs
Good fit. Best with a belt.
Nice dress flattering. Forgiving. Good weight fabric. Versatile.
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
JillTop Contributor
Size 10
5' 5"
150 lbs
Hourglass
36C
47 yrs
Nice Work dress
Ran a bit large in bust and waist. Nice details.
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
JenniferTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 9"
140 lbs
Hourglass
34B
41 yrs
Loose fit
Work appropriate. The pleated pattern adds character but nothing special overall. Theory is known for great fabric and cut so I am a little disappoint in this dress
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
WinnieTop Contributor
Size 2
5' 3"
120 lbs
Petite
32B
41 yrs
Good if you're tall
This dress is nice. It's lined and it's beautiful. It is made for someone 5'5" or taller. I'm 5'3" and the fabric bunched in the upper back. Also, the pleating on one side is beautiful but it creates a "break" or a wrinkle in the fabric as seen in the picture. It creates a lump where one doesn't exist.
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
ElisaTop Contributor
Size 10
5' 3"
Hourglass
34DD
39 yrs
runs large
Usually a 6/8 -- 8 was way too large, 6 was still too big (even in the shoulders, and I've got solid shoulder) but the length was right. Way too loose in the waist.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
TorTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 8"
150 lbs
Athletic
34DD
31 yrs
Love this better than basic LBD!
The pleated side makes it a little EXTRA. Super cute ... perfect for work.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
CandyTop Contributor
Size 2
5' 1"
118 lbs
Petite
32D
49 yrs
Too big
I should have ordered the size 2
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
RachelTop Contributor
Size 2
5' 8"
34B
44 yrs
Good fit!
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
AnanyaTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 4"
140 lbs
Hourglass
32D
36 yrs
Love
Cute
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
RileyTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 10"
Athletic
24 yrs
works
Works well as a work dress.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
ConlynTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 3"
120 lbs
Petite
32B
47 yrs
Boxy cut
this is a boxy cut dress. Consider adding a belt.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
ChloeTop Contributor
Size 0
5' 7"
105 lbs
Petite
32B
34 yrs
Could be nice, but a bit baggy
Maybe would have worked if I sized down, but the shape was not particularly flattering or special.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
BrittTop Contributor
Size 10
5' 8"
174 lbs
Pear
36B
43 yrs
perfect size
loved the fit, material and cut
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
EliseTop Contributor
Size 10
39 yrs
Dress up or down
True to size. I wore this with brown leather flats and a belt for a casual work dress look. This dress is of a fabric that could be worn with pearls and heels for a formal business work look.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
JamieTop Contributor
Size 2
5' 2"
112 lbs
Straight & narrow
34AA
42 yrs
Love this dress for work
Theory never disappoints. This dress is professional and appropriate, and the pleating at the side makes it fun/interesting. I am usually between a 2 and a 4 in Theory and the 2 was slightly large on me. If I rented again I would think about getting the 0. Would recommend for my business professional dress code with a cardigan or cropped jacket.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
CharlotteTop Contributor
Size 0
5' 6"
120 lbs
Hourglass
32D
26 yrs
Another great Theory dress
This dress fits perfectly and is very comfortable. Very professional and pretty
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
RitaTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 2"
120 lbs
Petite
34C
37 yrs
Fun lbd, good for work
Fit was great, the pleats add some give. Modest enough for work, but could transition to a fun evening.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Erica Top Contributor
Size 4
5' 5"
125 lbs
Pear
34B
35 yrs
Great day to night dress! Wore to work with a blazer, then out for cocktails in the evening.
Fits great, the pleating detail is super cute.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 10
KimberlyTop Contributor
Size 10
5' 7"
165 lbs
Hourglass
32G
37 yrs
Cute dress!
I picked this dress without much thought and was glad I did! It's even cuter in person, I think! Really easy to wear, perfect for the workplace! I am usually between a size 2 and 4--I went with a 4 for this one and probably could have done a 2, but the 4 still fits nicely!
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Kathryn Top Contributor
Size 4
5' 4"
130 lbs
Petite
32D
31 yrs
Excellent work dress. Wore with simple black sweater one day and with a plaid jacket the next.
Easy, comfortable, retains shape.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
KTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 6"
129 lbs
Full Bust
32DD
61 yrs
Beautiful dress but way too big
I'm usually a 4 in Theory and i think I would have needed a 0 for this to not make me look like a sack of potatoes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
EmmaTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 2"
Apple
34C
26 yrs
Great dress for work
Nice crepe material that doesn't wrinkle and flows well. Pleats are unique and give the LBD a little extra something special. Fits slightly large/boxy.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
CarolynTop Contributor
Size 0
5' 4"
103 lbs
Petite
30A
36 yrs
Great dress for work
Comfortable dress, work appropriate. Looked nice with a leather jacket on top!
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
MonicaTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 6"
130 lbs
Pear
34A
41 yrs
Perfect work dress, cool details
I could have sized down, especially if you are smaller on top/have a smaller waist. Cute detailing on the skirt with the knife pleating. Good length - flattering but work appropriate
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
SarahTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 8"
135 lbs
Hourglass
32B
38 yrs
Gorgeous!
Arrived with the original tags :) I rented this for work & sized up because my size wasn't available. It is definitely too big, but so cute! I'm going to try to wear it anyway - then exchange for a smaller size.
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
CTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 2"
135 lbs
Hourglass
36D
44 yrs
Amazing
The pleats make a black work dress feel so much more special without detracting from the professionalism. Looks great with a long black blazer to add some structure.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
HillaryTop Contributor
Size 0
5' 7"
120 lbs
Straight & narrow
32C
26 yrs
Nice work dress
Nice work dress. It's not the most flattering, but it fits well, looks professional and fashionable and is easy to wear.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
GraceTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 4"
140 lbs
Athletic
34C
32 yrs
nice conservative piece for work
I wish I'd had spanx for it.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
StephanieTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 5"
126 lbs
Hourglass
32DDD/E
37 yrs
Lovely but Size Down
Such a fun and flattering dress. The chiffon inset makes it a little dressy for work but I wore it anyway. I recommend sizing down Theory is usually true to size or even small but not with this dress.
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
ChristineTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 6"
135 lbs
Hourglass
36D
54 yrs
Cute work dress
Really easy go to dress for work. Theory is always really flattering and classic. Lightweight enough for summer. Only thing was the pleats on the more firm part of the dress look a little odd when you're walking and don't fall as well
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
NoelleTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 8"
135 lbs
Hourglass
32A
24 yrs
Too formal for work
Bought for work but material in pleat makes it almost cocktail but not quite. Fit loose and a bit unflattering. Didn't wear.
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 0
GenevieveTop Contributor
Size 0
5' 5"
115 lbs
Straight & narrow
32C
42 yrs
Nice little black dress!
This definitely runs large. I sized down one. It is a good work dress. The pleating makes it a little more interesting than just a basic black dress.
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
JennyTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 7"
145 lbs
Hourglass
36C
41 yrs
Runs big
Really cute detail but size down. Normally a 4 but this was huge because of the silhouette of the dress.
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
ColleenTop Contributor
Size 4
5' 8"
130 lbs
Athletic
36B
25 yrs
Classic, simple black dress
Wore it for work under a blazer. Fits well but maybe a little big on top. Something about the midsection is a bit boxy and mildly unflattering, but still works for a conservative work environment (but maybe not a night out).
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
MeeraTop Contributor
Size 0
5' 3"
115 lbs
Petite
30 yrs
LBD for work that has some nice details that make it special.
runs large...i tend to wear a 2 or 4 in Theory, but this 4 was quite large on me. would recommend sizing down.
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Laura Top Contributor
Size 4
5' 5"
130 lbs
Hourglass
32DD
40 yrs
Great cut, the bottom was very swishy and fun to wear. Looks great with a blazer, very professional but still unique.
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
KatTop Contributor
Size 8
5' 7"
Athletic
33 yrs
NA
NA
Member Fit Notes
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
AmandaTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 7"
125 lbs
Athletic
34B
60 yrs
Love the pleats
Great little black dress. Super cute and practical
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
RTR MemberTop Contributor
Size 6
5' 4"
Pear
32C
41 yrs
Cute but big
This dress is a great length and I really like the pleating at the bottom. Material is very nice. However, the top part was very loose and baggy!
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Mary kate Top Contributor
Size 6
5' 9"
150 lbs
Hourglass
34D
29 yrs
