Defano Asymmetrical Gown

Nicholas

$595

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Product Details

Cutouts in all the right places and a dramatic side slit shape this head-turning purple gown by Nicholas.

Materials and Measurements

Purple jersey (95% Polyester, 5% Spandex). Sheath. Sleeveless. Asymmetric. Side zipper closure. See size and fit notes for length measurements. 26" slit. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0-12. One length available. Regular measures 58'' from shoulder to hemline (recommended for heights 5'2''-5'6'').

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Ratings &
Reviews

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Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small (78)
True to Size (84)
Runs Large (4)

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 133lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
October 5th, 2024
Perfect wedding guest dress!

Fit like a glove and got many compliments. A little long but with the right heels not a big issue.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Too Long

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Browse Allyson's reviews
July 13th, 2025
Smoke show

Lots of compliments! Would size up bc the chain at the waist and the material has no give (I sized up)

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Allyssa defillipo's reviews
July 5th, 2025
I just had to buy it

It’s a beautiful length, fits perfectly and hugs all the right places. I am a 33”, 24”, 37” and the 2R was just right!

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 147lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 20th, 2024
beautiful wedding guest dress

the ribcage around the chain was a little tight but once it zipped it was perfectly formed fitting, I got many compliments!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Blanca's reviews
November 5th, 2024
Loved it

I got so many compliments, it hugged the body nicely, very elegant and sexy at the same time.

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 4th, 2024
The best dress so far

The top part will fit big if you are small. The problem was easily solved by tightening the top shoulder area with safety pins. The dress was gorgeous. Everyone will be looking

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 170lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 3rd, 2024
Fun Black Tie Wedding Dress

I’m usually an 8 or 6 and went with the 8. It fit great, but if you’re small chested, watch the one shoulder set up. The side without a strap liked to slip a little bit (esp. if you’re dancing hard haha)

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 115lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 12th, 2024
Beautiful!

Incredibly beautiful dress that fit just right. Both the 2 and 4 fit, but the side chain of the 2 slightly dug into my side. I went with the 4 and taped the bust to myself with a sticky strapless bra so it didn't gap. Danced it in all night, I wish I owned this dress!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Shivani's reviews
April 10th, 2024
Supermodel wedding guest

Loved this dress for a fall wedding!! Absolutely stunning

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Petite
Browse Carolina's reviews
March 6th, 2024
Perfect for a tropical wedding venue

I had to practice putting the dress on a few times because it is a little tricky. Once it was on it fit very snug. I paired it with gold heels. Wore it to a Miami wedding. It was perfect!

Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 10th, 2024
This is an amazing dress!

I loved wearing this dress. It was a great material and the perfect length. I’m an A cup so I did need some double sided tape to keep the dress up all night. I would love to wear this again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Stacey's reviews
January 5th, 2024
Stunner!

This dress is amazing! Such a unique design and fabric is thick but stretchy. Only a size 2 was available, probably would have been better as a 4, but it worked.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Jun's reviews
December 10th, 2023
I got all the compliments!

The deep burgundy really worked with my blonde hair and the bust detail is crazy! It also worked really well to balance my pearls shape. The high slit is a beautiful dramatic affair.

Team RTR
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Apple
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Shaila's reviews
February 20th, 2023
Love the color & the style is beautiful!

Definitely big in the chest area especially the left side with the chain, I had to pin it up and I just had too small of a pin for it to hold long enough, but it worked. I would suggest if you’re a size C or bigger this is a great fit in the chest area just maybe not a D, it would be sticking out the side a little bit. The side opening near the hip was a little tight but manageable, I just have some love handles that stuck out. The rest of the dress fit great, little tight to zip up bc again I’ve got some chub to my body but the butt down was stretchy and flowed nice. I love the middle chest areas opening! Overall would wear again with a bigger pin and less fat.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Erin's reviews
June 17th, 2025
Cute for Vegas!

Overall Fit

Runs small

Chest

Runs small

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Runs small

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Tavanh's reviews
May 21st, 2025
Runs a bit small and long for me being 5’2, but it’s a must wear dress!

Overall Fit

Runs small

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Runs small

Hips

Runs small

Length

Too Long

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Nadia's reviews
October 7th, 2024
Runs small, perfect for wedding guests

Overall Fit

Runs small

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Kellie's reviews
September 29th, 2024
Loved it!

So many compliments. Fit like a glove

Overall Fit

Just right

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 126lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 1st, 2025
Best Dressed Guest

This dress fit perfectly and I got so many compliments. Perfect for a formal fall wedding

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Suzanne's reviews
September 20th, 2025
Showstopper dress

Same reviews as everyone. Chain is a bit tight. The 4 fit perfect except the chain pulled. I wore the 6 and had to use tape on the top because it was loose. Still loved the dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Jessamin's reviews
September 1st, 2025
You will get so many compliments!!

This dress made me feel so confident and stunning! I loved the unique cut and embellishments, and it fit like a glove. The chain is a little tight and may be worn down a bit, but no one seemed to notice.

Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Colleen's reviews
July 27th, 2025
This dress is gorgeous! The side chain is a little on the tight side, but overall it fit so well.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Beulah's reviews
June 22nd, 2025
Great dress

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Courtney 's reviews
May 14th, 2025
So chic and sexy!

My daughter wore this at a wedding as a guest, and it fit beautifully in all the right spots! A little bit of sexiness combined with class! She said she would wear it again! She rented the size 4 and size 6, she ended up going with the size 6 because it was a bit shorter, which made it better for dancing and she felt it had a little bit more room for movement.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 149lbs
Browse Vanya's reviews
April 21st, 2025
Run super small. Size up 2 sizes

For ladies with hips, make sure to size up two sizes. I normally wear a six but it didn’t fit around my hips and fit right on my upper body area. I had to size up to a 10R and it fit just right on the hips but the upper part was super loose so I had to tape to wear. Outside of that, this is a stunner. I love the dress

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 143lbs
Browse Dee's reviews
December 17th, 2024
Read the Reviews!

If not for reading the reviews, I would have been unhappy. I knew to order up a couple of sizes- the dress was awesome! I

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Kirstin's reviews
December 9th, 2024
The Perfect Wedding Guest Dress!

I wore this dress to a wedding, and it truly exceeded my expectations! The fit was so flattering, and the built-in support meant I didn’t need to wear a bra—such a relief and a big plus for comfort. I received so many kind compliments throughout the night, which made me feel really confident and happy. It’s a beautiful, comfortable dress that’s perfect for any special occasion. Highly recommend if you’re looking for something stylish and supportive!

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
October 9th, 2024
Loved it!

Wore this dress for an outdoor wedding and it was perfect! I got so many compliments. The dress was so comfortable to dance in. The slit is a little high, which I don’t mind but when sitting I put my purse over it. I would definitely Rent again.

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
August 1st, 2024
The dress is a great fit. Hugs you in the right places to accentuate your body.

The dress was a little long even though I wore 3 inch heels. I had to at some point tie it to one side so I didn't have to continue to hold it up to prevent it from dragging on the ground. The material was perfect for an outdoor wedding.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Apple
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Olivia's reviews
June 23rd, 2024
Show stopper!!

Wore this to a vegas wedding. It was the perfect sexy and stunning. I did have to go up a size because the side can dig in. It was a hit!!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 0"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 122lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
June 10th, 2024
Beautiful gown

Am a petite through and through! But this dress in heels fit me perfectly! Very comfortable and loooved the style. I have a tiny chest and I feel that it flattered my upper half nicely

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Petite
Browse Taylor's reviews
May 20th, 2024
Loads of compliments!

Incredible dress. Fit perfectly. Looks amazing in pictures as well!

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
April 2nd, 2024
soo good

Wore this to a masquerade and it was perfect! I ordered a size 2 too but ended up wearing the 4 since I would be seated for a while. The size 2 made me super snatched and the 4 was just right, depends on ur preference

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Nicole's reviews
March 27th, 2024
Great dress!

Loved the cut outs and asymmetrical style.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 6' 0"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Lilli's reviews
March 27th, 2024
So much fun!

Such a cute dress— ended up wearing it to a costume party, but definitely elegant and sexy enough to be worn alone

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 26th, 2024
This dress is gorgeous

This dress runs small. I had a last minute formal wedding to attend so I found this dress. I am normally a size 4-6 but they only had a 4. I ordered it and the next size they had available was a size 10. The 4 was really tight and the 10 was too big but I was able to get away with it by pinning the top. I had so many compliments. Definitely size up if you can but order this dress 😍

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Michelle's reviews
February 17th, 2024
Amazing dress!

Such a fun and flattering dress! Wore it to a Mardi Gras party and it was perfect!!

Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 12th, 2024
Looooove

My very first rental from RTR did not disappoint!! This dress fit great and was so flattering. I’m 5’3 120lbs and wore a size 2R the length was perfect too!

Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Sierra's reviews
February 9th, 2024
Stunning for a winter wedding

The dress fit amazing, I got so many compliments on it at the black tie optional wedding we attended. I would wait to do your hair and makeup until after you’ve put the dress on as it’s a bit tricky maneuvering it over your head.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Emilie's reviews
February 6th, 2024
Felt like a dime

Fist like a glove, was a little tight in the waist area but did not limit my movement. Worse it with no bra, did not feel like I was going to be exposed. Floor length with heels was perfect

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