Name: Ariel Velvet Gown
Brand: Katie May
SKU: KM19
Price: 39 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (282 reviews)

absolutely obsessed with this dress. it hugged my body perfectly -- no shapewear needed! loved the open back. the straps are adjustable, so they can be tightened to hold your boobs up with a lil more support (was necessary while dancing). 

I am 5 foot four 190 pounds curvy. I ordered a large and extra large, but the large was perfect. The dress does have some nice stretch and It was a perfect. I had no issues whatsoever with this look. I paired it with a gray fur, long jacket and silver accessories and dark lips. The dress is a looker and I received tons of comments all night.

I was expecting the Small Long to fit perfectly, and honestly would've gotten a size up as my backup, but they were out of mediums, so I got the XS just in case (they only had regular, not long). I figured that size would be too small and too short, but it ended up fitting absolutely perfectly. 11/10 dress.

The liner has some elasticity to it so it helps shape in nicely. The color is absolutely perfect and the shape is stunning. Rented twice now and tempted to buy! 

This dress is stunning! The color, fit and fabric made me feel fancy all night! I did use some fashion tape around the bust to keep the top secure. The ML and LL felt pretty comparable in size, but since I have a small bust, I went with the ML. 
Rent it. You’ll feel like a queen all evening! 

If I went to formal events more often, I would fully buy this dress. The sleeves slipped down a couple of times, so maybe wear dress tape on the cups to avoid some serious wardrobe malfunctions. 

This dress is beautiful. You will need a bit of boob tape but that's it.

Fit so well! Lots of stretch so very comfy to sit and move around in. Was just a little shorter than assumed, as a petite normally fits my height perfectly! Definitely recommend. 

So comfy,  received so many compliments.  Looks simple from the front but the back will turn heads.
Velvet material 

This dress was a showstopper and so comfortable! I am usually a 10/12, and I’m about 5’8”. My measurements are 38DD, 29/30 waist and 42 hips. I got the LL 

Fit was great. I thought it was gonna be weird around the boobs because I don’t have a big chest but it was comfortable did not need any tape or bra. Comfortable but if it’s hot outside, keep in mind you are going to get hot because of the fabric 

The classic velvet is smooth and elegant. This dress is titacular, so if you are self conscious about your boobs then this is not for you.
I do wish this had a slit for some leg, but I guess we can’t have it all.
10/10. 

This dress was everything I could’ve hoped for!!! Was great quality, and the color was beautiful. Also didn’t need to wear a bra or pasties! Be advised, since it’s a backless dress that the straps kind of fall under your armpits, but it was still overall very comfortable. Also, as someone with a slightly larger bust, the dress held up well. But don’t lean over too far or slouch too heavily because you could risk a nip slip.


I loved this dress so much I had to buy it. It was perfect with heels but would be a little long if I was wearing flats. I got lots of compliments and it worked great for a black tie wedding. 

I felt beautiful in this dress! The velvet was comfortable and a beautiful color. The only thing to note is that I had to wear fashion tape to make sure the to of the dress didn’t slip off! 

I ordered the only size available - XSP - and thank god i took the gamble. This dress is super strechy so size down two sizes. I'm 5'8" so definitely too tall for a petite dress, but i was glad that it was - I felt like the fit was perfectly snug 

I'm pretty small chested so the adjustable straps were a huge help for me. As long as my posture was good throughout the night the top area wasnt a problem I didnt have a probable with the straps falling down. I still didnt quite fill out the top but some fashion tape helped. I wore 2 in heels and it was the perfect length. Loved the color!

I rented this dress for my senior prom and fell absolutely in love with it the second I put it on. I sized down because I wanted it to be more form fitting and reviews said the material had a lot of stretch, which was a great decision. The fit was perfect, the color was absolutely stunning, especially in the sun, the open back was subtly sexy but still super comfortable, and it was easy to dance and move in. I’m so sad about having to give it back but I HIGHLY recommend renting this dress for any event. 

So glad I rented this!! Wore to a wedding at 24 weeks pregnant and it was everything. Hugged all the right places, showed off my bump and new pregnancy boobs. The low back was perfect. Stunning, rich color. Ordered both the XS and S based on reviews and was happier with the snug but still stretchy fit of the XS, so I wore that. I find with form-fitting gowns of this particular shape, having them fit more on the snug side is more flattering, and helps hold everything in nicely.  In top of the fit, the stretch made it super comfortable to wear for 6-7 hours. Perfection and compliments galore.  Would rent again, pregnant or not!

Wore this to a ball in the mountains. Absolutely loved it. Definitely on the long side but I had heals and we were inside so it was fine dragging on the floor. Still able to dance all night! 

Wore it to phantom of the opera and dinner, even women on the street commented how pretty it was the color is stunning

The fit is great. If you do not like your bust showing, this is not the dress for you. I received so many compliments. The dress gives "Jessica Rabbit".

Wore this to a NYE party and decided to hold onto it for a few other occasions, sad to see this one go. It’s a true gem. 

Absolutely a showstopper. Comfortable, doesn’t require tape, and beautiful. I was worried it would be too much for a family black tie event but it was perfect 

Holy crap, this dress is one of the sexiest things I've ever worn. I'm a 36D with a small waist and big butt, and I felt like a total mermaid all night. The shape and weight/stretch of the velvet were insanely flattering, I loved the cut of the bodice and the backless feature worked great with the adjustable straps and some sticky tape to keep the straps and cups in place. Wore this to a wedding where I met a bunch of my boyfriend's childhood family friends. He did warn me in advance that they're a little conservative, so I ended up pinning a piece of black lace inside the bust and it was fine, but any other event I'd be comfortable wearing it as is without the lace. Just know it's a ton of skin and if that's your look, this is your dress :]

This dress is so beautiful! Loved the open back. Great length for tall women. It got a little hot on the dance floor, but still loved it. If you’re looking for shapewear for this, I wore Miracle Brands’ SlimShaper Booty Lift Shortie.

royal blue, velvet, lined-- perfection. body-hugging in all the right places. I had a delicious dinner, danced all night and felt like a movie star in this dress. hit just above the floor in 2.5" heels. did start to gap on the sides as the night wore on-- the hanging straps were also very annoying-- but ultimately, this dress was an absolute dream and I felt amazing in it.

Fit like a glove and the blue velvet color is striking! Really brings out the curves.

This might be my favorite dress ever. Just stretchy enough to fit super comfortably and still be flattering. The velvet wasn't too warm/heavy either! And the color is gorgeous. 

Absolutely beautiful dress. The material is very soft and stretchy. My only recommendation would be to size down and if you can use tape on the top area, then do so. I rented it for a Sweet 15 and my daughter ended up wearing it. She typically wears a size 8 and the dress was a medium. Probably could've worn her small. To be honest, pictures don't do this dress justice. It is absolutely beautiful.

Gorgeous dress! Super comfortable and stretchy fabric. Girls small up top but big on bottom, size down. The fabric has enough stretch to accommodate. Super comfy to dance in. I'm 5'4 and it was a little long in the regular for me. I do recommend securing the back straps together with a piece of clear fishing line if you are worried about slips. Gorgeous fabric, and lovely dark blue colour. Definitely recommend. 

This dress is "simple" but elegant. I received so many compliments on it and the color is beautiful. Get this dress! 

Loved everything about this dress. Fit in all the right places 

Hugged me in all the right places, comfortable, the straps take a bit of time to adjust, but you can wear with a strapless bra or sticky cup bra things. Loved it. Got so many compliments. 

Wore this to a black tie optional wedding and got compliments the entire month. It was incredibly flattering and super comfortable. I would normally order a regular length but had to order the SL

Loved this dress so much! It fit perfectly and was so flattering. Also one of the most comfortable dresses I've ever worn! I purchased the Skims low-back sheer sculpt shorts for a little extra support and you could not see them at all, even with the low back of the dress!

Worn to a black tie wedding. Velvet was stretchy and fit was great. The cups lining were a little folded and weird, the back is completely exposed. The straps are adjustable.  Honestly this came  together for me but I might not have worn it if my backups had worked, but I'm glad I did, I got all the compliments. Had to wear boombas and be careful dancing.  

It was comfortable, stretchy, and had adjustable straps to keep it held up all night. I wore 2 inch heels and the length was perfect. 

This dress fit me like a glove! It's very comfy and soft. The low back is so classy. I only didn't wear because it was for a Texas wedding and it was too hot

 

This dress is such a beautiful color and is so flattering. 10/10 wedding guest dress!!!!

The Large fit perfectly, straps are adjustable and top is pretty structured so everything stays in place. Was able to dance without worrying dress would slip.

I'm short and it was a bit long, but not too bad with my heels. I wore low back spanx with it and no bra. Really simple and stunning! 

I’m sad I don’t have photos of the back of this dress. It is definitely a head turner. I wore a style of sticky boob that clip together in the front and didn’t have any wardrobe issues but the dress itself doesn’t really provide support for the girls. 

Truly one of the most comfortable formal dresses I've worn, and really head-turning because of the back (and the straps really stay in place!). Definitely recommend!!

The reviews about uncomfortable straps are not wrong, but with enough adjusting (tighten them!) it becomes worth it. I tried getting fashion tape but didn't have time to make it work. Wore it on a record cold night in Manhattan with a heavy coat, scarf, and boots w warm socks and wasn't remotely cold - this is truly lined velvet so it is definitely warm. I would not recommend this for anything above 70 degrees F unless you're ok with sweating. I have DDs and didn't need to wear a bra - they are obviously not pushed up but the support from the dress alone was surprising. I am absolutely smitten with this and would buy it if it was less expensive - kicking myself for missing the 60% off. Everything about this dress is absolutely divine - color, fit, fabric... next time it's on sale I will be buying it! It is definitely very cleavage forward so if that's not your thing then don't bother unless you wear it over a shirt, which either could actually work or just seems like it could because I remain so smitten by this dress!!!

This dress was a perfect jewel tone for a black tie optional wedding! It was comfortable and the fabric was thick enough that it was flattering. I used breast petals and boob tape to make sure that there was no slippage, and had no issues! Large regular was the right size.

Loved this dress!  The open back was the standout detail. Perfect for a formal event.

Full stop. It’s tight and low cut in the back and goooooorrgeous. 

Ended up wearing a different dress, didn’t think I could make my boobs flattering in this one without a lot of creative tape. Was very comfortable though! 

I am small chested and found the top to be a little looser than I was comfortable with, and the back being totally open felt a little insecure for me on side boob gaping. I used fashion tape and that fixed everything for me.  

I got so many compliments on this dress at a fall destination wedding. The back is the real show stopper. The straps can be somewhat annoying as some of the other reviews say, and the size I ended up wearing had pads in the boobs (I don’t think my backup size did) that I didn’t love, but other than that it was the perfect dress and I was super happy with it. 

She’s hugging but very graceful. The color is so beautiful and the velvet feels nice. The straps were very annoying to me. I think the girls were just too big for this dress. Too much plunge. I really wish it would’ve worked for me because everything even the back was just epic. Just too much tot exposure and would end up fixing/ messing with the straps all night. 

Hugged in all the right places. The stitching on the cups was a bit weird though and made the area look a bit pointy. 

Wore to a formal wedding. Fit true to size. Definitely long enough for tall girls even with heels! So comfortable and the jewel tone is gorgeous 

Wore this to the moca gala this year. I’m 4 months post partum and this fit perfectly and was super comfy and stylish!

This dress hugged my body in all the right places—my mom said I looked like a mermaid! would recommend wearing a slightly padded boob covers, the only part of this dress that didn’t quite fit was the bust since mine is on the smaller side.

Fit like a glove. I’ve never felt more beautiful in a dress. The only complaint I have, as someone with DD’s, is the straps fit a little weird. But other than that it was perfect. 

I loved this dress and really wanted to wear it so with a little help from some boob tape to keep things in pace it turned out really pretty! Seems like it's not usually for bigger chests but you can make it work - lots of complements.

Got so many compliments from younger and older wedding guests. Let the backless side do the talking. I paired with big blue earrings 

This was one of the most comfortable dresses I’ve ever worn! My only complaint was the darn hanger ties. They kept popping out of from underneath the dress and I so badly wanted to cut them out but knew I couldn’t. 

I am 5’4” and 138lbs. I wore a small regular and it fit perfectly. I had a sticky cup bra I ended up wearing with the dress, only in fear something might fall out. But truthfully, no bra would have been just fine! Don’t hesitate, order the one today!

this is my favorite dress I've rent from RTR: perfect length for my long legs, so soft and velvety, and extremely flattering. My tiddies were tiddying all night too! My only complaint is that the straps are thin but the ladies held well in them! such a gorgeous dress!

I would give this a 3.75/5 only because of the straps. For the dress to fit my body type around my hips and waist, I had to opt for the small, but the bust was a little to small which meant I was fussing with the straps nearly all night. If I had opted for the medium maybe I wouldn’t have fussed as much, but then it would have looked droopy around my torso. Aside from the straps annoying me, the rest of the dress is VERY COMFY and easy to move in. I got a million compliments on it. If you wanna show off your back and don’t mind fussing with the straps (though maybe you won’t need to based on your bust size) then get this dress!

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