Name: Romance Novel Gown
Brand: Selkie
SKU: SLK9
Price: 94 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (272 reviews)

I wore this to my bestie's wedding and felt like the prettiest princess at the ball. Fairly comfy compared to what was expected based on reviews (the sleeves only became a problem 3 hours into our nonstop dance party). No shapewear AND no bra needed! TIP: buy some double-sided fashion tape and adhere the neckline to your upper bust to keep your gals & the dress in place. 

This dress was gorgeous, and I got SO many compliments all night!!! I am normally a 12/14, with 38D size chest. I started in the XL, but it was too tight on my rib cage, so I switched to the XXL so I was more comfortable! I felt like my boobs were a bit too out for a wedding with all my family, I found myself pulling it up all night. I also thought the cut of the dress made my hips/torso look larger than they actually are, but that is okay. I did really like this dress, just think it was more for a photo shoot with twirling and dancing then it is for normal photos or sitting and eating in. 

Love this dress it was so dreamy but didn’t end up wearing it bc it was a little too formal 

This dress is stunning especially in the sun! I got soo many compliments! The reviews are very accurate saying that the bodice is TIGHT. Thankfully it fit but I could have sized up. I’m usually a street size 14 and used the XL in this dress. Highly highly recommend!! 

Great dress for a Bridgerton Ball. Note that the rib cage area is very tight with no give so absolutely size up. I got a large because the XL was unavailable but the L was a bit too tight in the rib cage so I couldn’t zip it all the way up. Made do with some strategic fixes and was thankfully able to wear it but would’ve been better one size up. Also, as others mentioned, the sleeves are a very rough, scratchy material which after trying on for just a few minutes I knew would be far too irritating to wear all evening, I lined the inside sleeve edges with some temporary adhesive moleskin strips that I cut to size and it helped immensely - no irritation at all.  

Enjoyed wearing this pretty dress. It covered up the less flattering parts of my figure and felt flirty and feminine. Lots of compliments! 

This is NOT your every day wedding guest dress! I got sooo many compliments on it and I loved that it was so different from every other dress at the wedding! It was a blast to dance in, especially when you twirl! 

I will say, as someone with a bigger bust, there is zero support so you need to wear some kind of bra. Unfortunately, my bra made the dress fit a bit tight under my boobs and so it got pretty uncomfortable by the end of the night. So maybe find a bra that is pretty light or maybe size up. I do feel like, if I sized up, the whole top might have been too big though. 

Overall though, I am so so happy I rented this dress!

This dress is gorgeous! It made me feel like a real life princess! I got tons of compliments! I wore this dress to a formal/black tie optional fall/October wedding! 

Size up! I’m usually a L now days and the XXL fit the best! I’m 5’1 so it was long on me, but some 4.5” platform hills did the trick! I had this strapless bodysuit underneath that held in the breast nice. No much breast support, you definitely need at least a strapless bra. 

I was very nervous when reading such a variety of reviews regarding sizing!  This dress just happened to fit my body type almost perfectly.  It is long and a LOT of fabric, and even with 2 inch heels I had to be careful not to trip as I walked.  Like a few of the other reviews said, the elastic up top is strong enough to feel secure (I opted for no bra and felt very comfortable and safe) but can be a little itchy and left a red mark on my shoulders after wearing it for close to 10 hours.  It does not have boning or any other kind of structure to it, but still felt pretty good without being too tight or suffocating.  I didn't have to constantly pull it up.  It made me feel like the prettiest fairytale princess!!!  You will get a million compliments when wearing this dress.  It is comfortable and twirly and dreamy.  I would definitely wear it again to an event - HIGHLY RECOMMEND it!!!  I felt very lucky to be able to feel so fancy for the evening.  Also, the mailing process is SO easy and convenient!

So cute and I got so many compliments! Fit perfectly! 

I would recommend going with one size bigger because it gives no stretch at the ribs. Aside from that, it was not scratchy for me at the arms like other comments mentioned. I did wear high heels in order to not step on it but aside from that, I loved this dress so much! I was getting so many compliments on it! I was part of the bridal party so I was constantly moving and it just made me look and feel ethereal while dancing haha 

I got this for my sisters black tie optional wedding and got so many compliments on this dress. The top was a bit too large for my chest so I had to make a tape bra but it was so comfortable the whole event and it has been one of the best dresses I have worn so far ! 

Wore for my pregnancy announcement photos! I was roughly 2-3 months pregnant and it fit great! This dress was beautiful and comfortable! 

The sleeves are sandpaper. Legit. But this dress is a fairytale dream! Wore it to the Dolly Parton musical in Nashville (one simply does not attend a Dolly event without proper attire) and got compliments all night. Sizing is a little wonky too. Ordered a small and medium. The small didn’t even zip, the medium had to be tied super tight to stay up. But, again, WORTH IT! 

This dress runs SMALL in the ribcage. Like I couldn’t breathe all night and I still have marks lolz. But man was it worth the pain. Seriously felt amazing to dance in and play in. I love Selkie but they do run small in the ribcage. If I went up in size the top woulda been too big

Got for a “camp” wedding event and I’m in love with this dress!!!! But let me say, I did choose the medium as my first choice, however, the top ruffle would not lay flat in the medium. I ended up wearing my back up size small, and WOW I did not prepare for the irritation on my chest and upper arms from the elastic + fabric combo used in those areas. Otherwise - gorgeous dress. Everyone told me I looked like a fairy 🧚‍♀️✨🦋

I have never received more compliments in my life. The mother of the groom said I was the belle of the ball and multiple people stopped my fiancé to make sure he knew he needed to marry me ASAP 🤣 I would have bought this dress if given the option and I will be renting it again. A little snug in the ribs 

I was 5 months pregnant at the time of renting this dress and it was so pretty! It fit well, it was just a bit snug above my belly- around my chest- but not uncomfortable enough to not wear it. I felt like Cinderella in this dress! 

It’s too small on top yet too poofy from the waist down for my small frame

I felt so fancy and elegant in this dress! The fabric and pattern is gorgeous! The middle was very snug for a Large. There was no stretch at all, so I would size up if you aren’t sure. It is also VERY puffy! Takes up a lot of space in your luggage.

This was probably one of the most beautiful dresses I ever had the pleasure of wearing! As other reviewers have said you will literally receive all the compliment wearing this dress. I definitely felt like a princess. I will say though at the end of the night I was very ready to take the dress off. The straps became a bit irritating/itchy later into the evening and the waist is very snug! Might have been a little more breathable with a size up but I felt the small fit nice and was flattering. It’s definitely worth renting and I would rent it again!! 

Fun and girly but tulle is a bit uncomfortable 

I used this for a photoshoot and it was absolutely breathtaking. Gorgeous fabric and color. Many layers but not hot. It fit I'd say pretty true to size. 

Wore this dress to a June wedding. Absolutely LOOOOOVED it. I felt like a princess all night. I have thicker arms, so by the end of the night the elastic on the sleeves started to pinch a bit. This was after 6ish hours in it though. I would still 100% recommend it though!!!

I loved the fit and style of this dress! Unfortunately, being 5'4", the dress ran a little too long for me. Being a puffy dress, too, it felt like I was wearing a wedding dress for carrying it throughout the day or tripping over it sometimes. The material was a little stiff, too, so the sleeves kept warping around my shoulders. The layers were perfect. The color. The style. Just not the length for anyone shorter than the model in the images LOL maybe try it with stilettos? 

I loved this dress, but she is poofy and she is long.  Perfect for a gala.  From reading another review I quickly bought the tallest platform heels i could find on Amazon.  Glad I did because when the dress arrived it was floor length with the shoes on.  

I wish they had a shorter option of this dress for my fellow shorties who want a midi option.  Overall I loved wearing it and received no less than 10 compliments.  

I cannot tell you how many compliments I received on this dress, omg. I felt sooo beautiful in it! It’s the first time I’ve ever felt like I want to live in a garment of clothing, haha. The material is really comfy, not hot at all, so flowy. I wear a 34D and the bust was perfect. I have a 32” waist and it was a *little* tight but was comfortable all night. Truly stunning gown. 

I wore this dress for a school auction and theme was Alice in Wonderland. When I saw this dress, I immediately rented it because it looked like something a modern day Alice would wear. 

Glad I ordered the XL and XXL! Although the XL fit, I couldn’t zip around the bust area. The XXL was a bit longer on me but was far more comfortable. 

I received so many compliments and was so sad to return it!

Felt like a fairy. Flowed to nicely & was light weight enough to hold against the late spring warmth in Pennsylvania. 
The zipper on the dress I had was abit tough to get up around the waist tie material, but all was well in the end! 

The dress fit great! I loved how flowy it was. I used fashion tape to keep the sleeves in place. The dress didn’t ride down and I was able to wear a strapless bra without taping the dress to hide the bra.

If you’re looking to become a princess I recommend this, jumped over a fence and took cliff side photos in this. Battle tested! Can be worn on the shoulders instead of off.

My oldest daughter wore this dress for Mother’s Day photos.  It was so stunning! Highly recommend!

Absolutely stunning dress. Perfect for a formal wedding or photoshoot dress. I adored this dress so much and received so many compliments. The sizing is a little forgiving, I could have almost worn an XL if not for my broad torso. The zippers seemed like they were getting a little tired/stiff so keep that in mind. 

Notes on the fit: I ordered the medium as my backup and I ended up wearing that size. I will say that it was a little snug when zipping it up, but dresses are typically tight around the ribcage for me so that's not out of the ordinary. I wouldn't have ordered the large because I am quite short, so the medium was my best bet. 
The occasion and the experience: I wore this to a formal/black-tie optional wedding. I received a litany of compliments. I literally could not get out of my seat without someone stopping me to talk about my dress. I *really* wish I was given the option to buy this because I would have bought it immediately. I did fly with this dress, and I should have brought a steamer to get the wrinkles out, but they are only really noticeable in the photo I attached. 

I got so many compliments! This dress is a dream! It is long so I would suggest wearing heels.

I wore this AMAZING dress for a spring photo shoot during Cherry Blossom peek bloom in DC. Literal non stop compliments and my photos turned out so perfect! I'm obsessed with this dress! I wish I had another reason to wear it. 
It is surprisingly lightweight and has *some* built in boob support (not cups,  just the design of the dress lends itself to a light natural lift). All of that to say that I could've gotten away without wearing a bra. The shoulder straps stayed put. Only commentary: I wish it had pockets.

Beautiful gown. Wore it to a wedding where the dress code was Garden / Formal. Tons of compliments. The boning around the bust is tight so you may need extra hands to help with the zip. Dress did not feel heavy at all. Very flowy and just so beautiful. Ordered the XL and XXL and ended up wearing the XXL. 

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