Name: Helena Sequin Cocktail Dress
Brand: Dress The Population
SKU: DTP155
Price: 40 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (18 reviews)

I looooved this dress. Fit like an absolute glove. The beading was lovely and didn’t feel cheap at all (always my fear with these kinds of dresses). I especially liked how it fit around my hips- I’m a little ‘hip dippy’ in that region, but it gave me this lovely curve. Best part was the lining was so silky. Very comfortable. At the same time is was reasonably hefty and didn’t feel slinky. I need something for an early spring dress, and this felt like it would provide the warmth I’m looking for.

I sized up because my usual size was out of stock and plot twist, it fit perfectly. Hugged in the right places, skimmed where it should, and made me feel unmistakably female in that quiet, confident way that doesn’t ask permission.

This is a true New Year’s Eve dress: unapologetically sparkly, celebratory without being costume-y, and built for compliments from strangers. I got one from a woman on a bench outside the venue while frantically hunting down the valet, a moment of chaos softened by kindness. Later, a girl in the bathroom delivered the obligatory compliment, and I immediately scrambled to return one, even though she was wearing a simple black dress (as is tradition).

The sparkle photographs beautifully and catches the light when you move, which makes you feel slightly famous, or at least like someone people might remember. I felt like a star: glowing and very ready for whatever the year had planned.

Would rent again for any night that requires extra magic.

I don’t end up wearing this because I had so many good options, but this dress is a stunner and arrived with tags still on it. The top layer with beading and embroidery is sheer, and the opaque liner is a sweetheart neckline and hits just below the knees so there’s a bit of sexy even as it feels somewhat covered-up (a plus for me). I had a very hard time deciding which of my options to wear and went with the other bc it was more unusual. I think this could be scratchy under the arms throughout the evening from the beads. 

This dress is beautiful. I wore it with silver over-the-knee boots. Also looked great with black pumps, but way more dressy that way. I’m usually between an XS and small, the small fit perfectly. If you’re between sizes then size up. 

Helena Sequin Cocktail Dress

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