Name: Ariel Velvet Gown
Brand: Katie May
SKU: KM19
Price: 40 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (266 reviews)

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!!!

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.

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.

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! 

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. 

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. 

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

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. 

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. 

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!

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

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!

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!

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 

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.  

Wore this as a wedding guest, it was so beautiful and got many compliments. The material is velvet and was a little warm, but perfect for a fall wedding. I’m between an A and B cup and the padding/cups in the dress were a little big for me. I wore the Medium with a Large as a backup. I really had to tape down the front area and the straps did loosen and had to be retightened throughout the night. Otherwise I felt beautiful and wish I could wear again! 

Gorgeous dress and amazing quality. I got so many compliments!!! 

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). 

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 

Ariel Velvet Gown

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