Name: Morning Glory Gown
Brand: Issa
SKU: IA12
Price: 80 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.5 (46 reviews)

The reviews are true the dress runs short even if you get the long so make sure your prepared to wear a small heel or some kind of dressy flat. This dress is gorgeous on many compliments!

The dress fit true to size and was so beautiful. The purple is vibrant and beautiful but really clean and elegant too. It was comfy to eat and dance in, and it worked well for senior prom! First time renting from RTR but everything arrived on time and in great condition. Will definitely be renting from here again!


This dress would be beautiful on ANY body. I loved the back detailing, and got countless compliments all night at the destination wedding I attended. The material is so comfortable, it was really easy to breathe and dance. Would certainly rent this one again!

This dress was so awesome. I was a little worried about the fit at first because it looked a little tight, but it fit perfectly. The only issues I had were that it was a little shorter and lower cut than I originally thought. If you're on the fence about length I would definitely go long.

Hello, you look great in the dress! I'm thinking about renting it. Could you tell e how  high we're the heels you wore?

Hi Wendy! I am not sure what heels Grace wore, but I think you should be good with a 2-3 inch heel!

This dress is great- so many compliments.  I usually wear a size 4, but got the 6 as my back-up.  The waist was very fitted, but the bottom was a little loose.  Not sure if it was the style, but I wish I got the 2 to try it out.

Customer service was also amazing.  Due to Hurricane Sandy, it was hard for me to get the dress returned on time.  RTR was super understanding and easy to work with.  

This gown really is comfortable yet sexy at the same time. I love the criss-cross detail at the back, but this does require a NuBra due to its exposed nature. I would recommend SPANX since the skirt is somewhat fitted, but they aren't 100% necessary. Overall, this is such a unique gown that you will really fall in love with.

The dress was a tiny bit too short at the ankles, but barely noticeable if you pull it down occasionally and are planning to wear flats. Definitely wouldn't recommend this if you are wanting to wear heels, it will look very odd!! But besides that tiny little problem, the dress was absolutely amazing!! Exactly what I was hoping for. 

You get what you see- a fun color and cut, flowy, light dress.  I was very excited for this dress, but I was a little disappointed. Like many other reviews, the 2R was very short (above my ankles!) the 2L was ok with 2.5inch heels, but I would have liked to have worn higher ones.  The straps seemed a bit long- that my Nubra was constantly showing.  The material seemed cheap, but thick- no lining- I expected more from an Issa dress.  With that said, I wore this to a destination wedding in Puerto Rico- I felt glamorous in  this pop of color and beautifully designed dress.  I'll definitely be renting from RTR again!

The fit was great! The material wasn't constricting and it fit well in all the right places. I am pretty small up top and curvy below, but it also worked on my friend (left) in the next size up and looked great on her (she almost stole it and matched me). It was really comfortable. You need to wear a stick on bra since the back is intricate. I wouldn't wear underwear with it or go bra-less because it is very thin material, even if it is seamless. It was stunning and I got tons of compliments on it. Recommend it!

The color is amazing! I received compliments all night long! For the fit, I am 5'10" and I typically wear a size 4/6. I ordered at 6L in this dress. Even with the extra length, I had to wear flats with this gown. For taller girls I recommend preparing to wear flats. The only fit challenge was that the straps were slightly big and the top was slightly large, so I occasionally had a strap slip over my shoulder. Other then that I got a TON of compliments, the color popped and got attention, and the fabric was soft, forgiving, and stretchy. I wore nude, smooth underwear and I didn't see any lines. I will definitely order more Issa gowns for the future, I think this style works well on long and lean types!

I picked this dress for a gala, but, unfortunately, the size I needed (based on previous reviews) wasn't available. It fit perfectly yet did not even graze the floor (even at 5'4"!), making it unfit for a gala. The color and back, which drew me to the dress in the first place, were amazing. Short ladies, order the long; taller ladies, this may not be the dress for you. 

Wore this for a beach wedding in Puerto Rico. The material was light and easy/flowy. The only complaint I had was that the dress was too short! I'm not a tall person - I'm 5'4" and wore the 2R, it skimmed my ankles!! This wasn't in any of the other reviews so I don't know if it was just something wrong with the dress I received or the fit in general. I had to wear 2in heels (not the ones I'd wanted to pair :( ) because it was so awkward looking. 

I was very disappointed by this dress.  Luckily it was a backup because it was incredibly short.  I decided to just wear it to dinner with sandals but even then it hit above my ankles.  It also is not very dressy.  The color is beautiful, but I would definitely recommend ordering a long.  

Runs small through bust though,  if busty I would size up. Also, if your stomach has any bulge, this dress will not camoflouge, I wore spanx and it was fine with that. 

Fit beautifully, moved beautifully - terrific color.
I got a TON of compliments on this dress!
I will definitely order from this designer again!

Slinkly fabric made it  tough to wear spanx/lines showed thru the fabric. Had to wear calf-length spankx. 

Gorgeous gown, very lightweight and easy to wear (everything stays in place), length was great with 2 1/2 inch heels.  I am usually size 0 or 2, the size 2R fit great, a bit tight on the waist but felt great in it at a black tie wedding.

Loved this dress.  While the site recommended going up for a backup size, I found the 6L to be slightly large even though I am normally a 6, and I probably could have worn the 4L for a more fitted look (but my backup size was the 8L).  The length was fine one me (I'm 5'10") in flats or smaller heels, but I could not have worn anything that was 3 inches or above, as it would have been too short on me.

Loved the dress and it was comfortable and easy to wear (but be aware that you can't wear a normal bra because of the low back -- you either have to go without or wear a stick-on).

The overall fit and presentation of the dress was awesome! Looked like new and its a true size 6 fit. Unfortunately it was not long enough for me, even though it is  a 6L. I ended up not wearing it because of the length.

I rented both the 4R and the 6R, and while the 4 fit well on my upper body, it was incredibly short (it hit around my ankles).  The 6, in contrast, was a bit big on top, but was long enough to wear with heels.  Aside from the length, the dress was a gorgeous color, very comfortable and easy to dance in, and received many compliments.  Overall, I was happy with it.

The 6R was sooo short!  I am not tall (5'4"), and I had to wear flats with this dress and it was still an inch or so short.  The dress looked really casual because of the jersey material and the fact that I couldn't wear heels with it.  I think it would be cute for a summer or beach wedding, but don't rent if you are looking for something that is strictly black tie.  

I loved this dress.  I wish I had also ordered a size smaller, as it was a little big -- but overall, I was really comfortable.  I would order this dress again.  I did wear spanx with it to keep things smooth under the jersey fabric -- and the nu bra.  I used a little tape to keep the dress covering the bra.

I was contacted the day my dresses were to ship.  They didn't have my first choice so I had to choose another dress and I chose this one.  I tried it on and I fell in love!  Unfortunately, it was too short.  I'm almost 5'5 and the dress went to my ankles.  The long version was booked.  I really wish I got to have the long version.  Overall the actual dress is stunning, just wish I could have worn it for my event.

Loved this dress! Very elegant. The 6R fit fine, but I actually would have been more comfortable in the 4 . The waste in the 6 was a bit loose. 

The actual fit of the dress (I rented the 2R and the 4R) was great. The length of the dress was the issue. It is very short. I am not particularly tall, but this dress came to about the tops of my ankle...both sizes. The longer sizes were not available, but I hoped it would have been ok for my height. Unfortunately, I had to call and have another dress overnighted to me from RTR; and they came through for me. Very pretty dress, but make sure you consider the length!! 

This dress looks gorg on the website, but when it arrived, it was way too short! I am short myself at 5'4", so I never thought to order a Long size, but it fell above my ankles. The top fit just fine, but the length looked too weird, so I didn't end wearing it :(.

The color of the dress was beautiful. The open-back look was attractive and classy. The back of the dress is what really made this gown stunning. I'm only 5'4 so I wore high-heels with this dress but felt that the regular size was indeed too short in length for my liking. I recommend ordering a size long if you're like me. 

Really loved the color but definitely made for the slim ladies. I loved the color and fabric of this dress but you need to be petite and skinny and have a smaller bust. I have wider than normal shoulders and a big bust and it just didn't fit up in the top. 

I am 5'5" and it was still short with bare feet. Best for 5'3" and shorter, I would guess. Unfortunately I was not able to wear the dress due to the length.

Such a beautiful dress and color. Unfortunately the one I was sent was way too short. I ordered a 4L and it grazed my ankles. I couldn't even wear with flats. RTR was so understanding and responded promptly. It probably shrunk in one of the dry clean cycles. They offered to refund or send a different dress, but luckily I ordered a back up that worked.

This was my backup.  It runs large and did not fit well on me

This is a beautiful dress and very flattering.  I am 5'2", and ordered a 4R and it was much too short.  I probably wouldn't have been able to wear heels with it, and ended up not being able to wear this dress.  The fabric is thick, and I probably would not have needed to wear a bra with this dress.

This dress was pretty but unfortuantely I couldn't wear it because it was just too short. I'm just shy of 5'4" and the length of the 2R hit just above my ankles. The dress was more casual in person than I antipcipated. I think it would be better worn as a maxi dress than a formal event dress.

I fell in love with the color and simplicity of this dress but it is REALLY short, like ankle-length. I would have loved to wear it because otherwise its so pretty but if you are over 5'1 and the L length is not available skip this dress. Unfortunately, there was not a 2 L available for when I needed it but thanks the the amazing RTR stylist, Megan a different dress is on the way! RTS's service does not ever disappoint! 

I got this dress in 2 sizes for a black tie event.  I tried both dress sizes on and the fit was amazing, the back detail is awesome, and the color is really nice but both dresses only came down to right above my ankle.  I couldn't have even worn the dress with flats.  I am 5'6 and 1/2" and from the pictures it appeared that the dress was long enough to cover a kitten heel.  I was a little disappointed that I couldn't wear the dress.  I ended up wearing a different dress that I already had.  

I didn't wear this dress because I ordered two sizes, the 2L and the 4L and neither fit well. I normally wear a size 2 but the 2 in this dress was too tight at the waistband, though the straps and hips were too big.  The 4 was too big everywhere. There seemed to be a big difference between the two sizes. 

I'm not sure if I should say this runs small or runs big, b/c the 2 was too small only in the waist but the 4 seemed much bigger than a 4. 

Was so disappointed! I read the other reviews that the length runs short, but I have never been a "Long" length in any dress or pant I've ever worn so I held out hope that it would fall differently and be okay with flat shoes - I was very wrong! I rented the 2R because the Long wasn't available, and it hit ABOVE my ankles. Was so bad. Granted I'm close to 5'7, but I had my friend try it on who is 5'4 and it was too short for her as well. She could have gotten away with flat shoes, but would have been unwearable with any sort of heel. Aside from the length, the color was pretty but felt a little worn. I ended up loving my back up dress, and think I would have chosen to wear it even if the length in this dress was fine. 

As many reviewers have said, this dress is short.  I'm 5'7" and I ordered the Long and it was still too short,; it stopped at my ankles!  Uh, not good.  One of the stylists told me that they've been finding that the fabric is shrinking on this dress with each cleaning.  It's an incredible color, but it is a basic, no frills dress so something like it being too short really stands out.  If you are shorter, then go for this dress, but still order the long!  If I was more like 5'4", the long would have been perfect.

I love ISSA, but I find them difficult with sizing.  Some of their dresses are in US, some in UK, and they don't match up.  For instance, this dress in a 4 was too big, but a similar long green dress (the Cloverfield gown) in the equivalent UK size (an 8) was too small.  How is that?  I don't know.  So just a warning to be careful with the size you order (definitely chat with a stylist before you order this designer) and the length.  Ask a lot of questions, it's been frustrating to deal with ISSA and their inconsistent sizing.   Also, the fabric on this particular dress is thin and not that nice and, for a not rental that is not cheap, I'd expect more.  

I'm 5'5" and rented the 2R. The fit was great, but the dress was entirely too short. I definitely needed the long. Believe the reviews! This dress is entirely too short. Order the long, unless you're very short. It came to my ankles barefoot. Plus, the material doesn't feel all that great. But, the color is pretty.

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