Name: Orange Couture Wave Dress
Brand: Lela Rose
SKU: LR39
Price: 114 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.0 (42 reviews)

Fit true to size!  Very comfortable.  I'm usually sensitive with strapless dresses staying up and showing too much but this was great and stayed up without being too tight.  Received lots of compliments.  Color is great!

Great fit!  Loved the corset up top to keep things in place!

This dress fits true to its size.  I loved the length and close fit around the chest area.  This baby was not riding down when I was jumping around on the dance floor. This color is amazing in real life-it was hard to tell what it would look like but, against my skin "GORGEOUS".  I didn't have to wear a bra with it.  
Cons: I had no one to hook me into the dress at home-do not try to do it on your own (you will get stuck).  So a friend had to help me when I arrived to the church. But, that is the purpose for all the build in hooks; the dress is quite secure.  Also, the dress is a bit heavy which given the weather and that we were inside-that did not matter.  But, if you are looking for something light and loose-this may not be for you.  If, I could afford it I would definitely purchase this dress.
I also went with the necklace recommended-I got more complements on the necklace than the dress!! It was a nice statement piece that but the entire outfit together.  I felt quite elegant and down right gorgeous.

I ordered both a 4 and 6. Typically I'm a size 4 but I'm realizing I have a larger than average rib cage! The inner lining support around the rib cage was just a tad too tight and after wearing the 4 around, I decided that throughout the night it would be too uncomfortable. The 4 fit perfectly around the hips and thighs and looked great. I'm wearing the six in the photos and you can see the dress is a bit baggy around the thighs and legs.

I probably could have gone down a size, but it was a great dress. Lots of compliments on it. Very comfortable. Great color. 
 
I think this dress is better for a busty gal.

I rented the 6 and the 8 for my friend's wedding in San Francisco. I had read the reviews and knew ahead of time that the fabric was thick, which is perfect since SF is rather chilly in the summer months. The 6 was way too snug, so I opted for the 8. There are multiple hook enclosures around the bust to hold the heavy fabric in place, but the dress slipped down repeatedly despite the snug fit. It also arrived rather wrinkled, but I was able to steam the big lines out of it by putting it in the bathroom while I took an extra hot shower. The boning also poked into my side for most of the night. All in all beautiful, but not great for dancing and certainly not the most comfortable dress I've ever worn. 

The color is universally flattering, as is the cut. It's classy, yet unique with the origami fold. The internal bustier is tight, but it holds everything up.

I wore this for a wedding whose suggested attire was "black tie optional garden party attire" - you know you're going to need RTR when that's the description.

It looked BEAUTIFUL and got a lot of compliments, including from people I didn't know.  I usually wear a 4 and the 4 fit in this dress.  It was not roomy but I think it would have been falling down if it didn't fit like a glove, so that was probably good.  It stays up pretty well, though not comfortable for excessive movement or sitting down in low chairs.  I wouldn't suggest it for very curvy people or if you want to be able to move around a lot.  Also, the fabric is thick and the dress is fully lined so you might be sweating quite a lot if you're wearing this somewhere hot.  For a cool late spring event, it was perfect.  Also, as a taller person with a long torso I often have issues with dresses being too short but the length on this was perfect on me for a more formal event.  Would not suggest to petite people.

I wore with gold shoes and accessories.  Would also look cool with a pale mint green.  As usual, RTR service was fantastic - there was an issue with the boning poking out of my dress that I noticed too late to get a replacement, and while it did scratch me all night I have no complaints because their customer service comped the entire dress for me.  Always a good experience!!

I wore this dress to a black tie optional evening wedding and I didn't feel too dressy. The material is really thick, which makes it flattering and comfortable. The color looks exactly like the picture, which I love for summer! It runs a little large so I could a size down for your second option. Also, I'm 5'0" and it didn't look too long!

I loved the color and The texture of the dress. It was very thick which I loved. The way it strapped in the back made me feel like it wasn't going to fall off (I didn't have to wear a bra). The only negative was that some of the ribbing was coming through near the armpit. I covered it up with double sided take but it didn't work very well. The way it fit and the amount of compliments I got was worth the small amount of pain! 

LOVE this dress. It is definitely unique in color & design, and you will stand out at your event. The folds are very couture, and the interior corseting makes it fit very well. My favorite color is orange, so I was thrilled when this one was available. I felt sexy, classy and chic all night.

I did read that it ran small, but I found that it was true to size. If you have a small chest, perhaps a size smaller would work so that you are hugged in the right places.

The only caveat is that it did end up showing more of my cleavage as the night & dancing progressed, which is what usually happens when I wear a strapless dress. While some might not mind, as a D-E cup, I was a bit self-conscious and kept pulling it up. But if you are an A, B or C cup, I don't think this will be an issue at all.
This dress holds you in very well - I don't think I had to suck in my stomach all night because the dress does it for you! And the knee-length is just perfect, as it elongates you while still being short. RENT THIS DRESS if you don't might feeling like the most elegant woman in the room!

Hint: I paired it with turquoise colored earrings from RTR as well with bracelet of my own & loved putting the 2 bold colors together. Gold shoes, gold bag - BOOM, perfect outfit!!
(Loved that I got a picture with PEEBO BRYSON at this wedding! :)

This runs a little large. I normally wear a size 2, but had to wear a 0 in this dress, and that just fit. It was almost a little big, but with a strapless undergarment, it held up well. The fabric is heavy and rich, and the design is unique so you'll be sure to stand out! 

I absolutely adore this dress.  I actually attended a wedding last weekend and saw someone else wearing it (it looked great on her too!).  I wore this to a semi-formal event that I held in a conservatory (so bright flowers and greenery everywhere).  The color was perfect; definitely orange.  I was really impressed with how the structure of the dress held up and the length was amazing.  Because it was a work event, I needed something to the knee, and this one fit the bill.

In terms of undergarments, there is built in boning and bra-type support in the top so I did not wear a bra.  I was thinking I would need spanx, but the dress is a thicker sliiiightly stretchy material so spanx were not necessary.  Actually, since it was so hot, I think spanx would have made the experience not so awesome.  I paired the dress with the Belle Fleur Collar from kate spade new york accessories and the Wishbone Love Note Clutch from Lily Pulitzer Handbags.

As other reviewers have noted, this dress runs large. However, I tucked a strapless dress into the 0, and was able to make it work.  The color on this dress is really lovely, and was perfect for a formal wedding in Miami.  While this isn't a style I would buy, the folded origami was unique and great for a rental. The fabric is heavier than I expected--while this means the folding holds its shape fairly well, it does make for a warm dress if you'll be outside in the heat.  On the whole, it wasn't the most flattering rental I've ever had, but a solid option nonetheless.

Rented this dress for a residency graduation banquet and got lots of compliments.  Secure fasteners inside the dress prevent any concerns about the top slipping.  The fabric of the dress was beautiful and substantive-- felt luxe :)  Suggest having a tan to pull off this color and accessorize with gold jewelry.

This dress was beautiful and was true to fit. I felt very glamorous wearing it!

I felt like a million bucks in this dress.  It fit amazing, it was very comfortable and I didn't spend the entire night hiking it up like I usually do with strapless dresses.  There was minimal stretch but just enough for it to be comfortable. The color is absolutely stunning!  

Orange Couture Wave Dress

Lela Rose

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