Name: Anessa Dress
Brand: Shoshanna
SKU: SH472
Price: 110 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (292 reviews)

This was a pain to put on by myself as most strapless dresses are, but it fit like a glove. It held my bust in place perfectly without a bra (the 14 was just loose enough that it didn't) while maintaining my curvy shape. It was definitely heavy material, good for cooler weather and probably too heavy for summer outdoors. The details are very pretty in-person. My measurements are 42-34-44

I wore this to a winter NYC wedding and got so many compliments. Super comfortable and great length. It did run a little big, I ordered the 8 and 10 after reading reviews but wish I’d gotten a 6. Would rent again!

I wore this to a black tie optional, winter wedding and it was perfect! Fit very comfortably and was beautiful. Got a lot of compliments. 


I rented this for daughter. She is 5’7” and size D. The built in bra strap came in handy. Fit a little tighter in bust than rest of dress so she sized up to the 12. 

Loved this dress! Perfect for a party or wedding! Wore this to an engagement party and would rent again, great dress!

This is a lovely dress.  It’s simple but the pattern makes it stand out!  I wore it to an evening gala and got many compliments!  I loved wearing this dress.  It runs true to size but I can imagine that it’d be tight in the bust of you have a larger bust. 

Wore to a black tie event for work. Elegant and appropriate to wear to a professional event but wasn’t a stand out dress. 

I saw some reviews of others around my size (135lb, 5’4”, 34B) saying it ran large, so I ordered in a 4 and 2, even though I’m normally a 4 or 6. The 4 was still VERY tight - I don’t have a large chest but I had to squeeze them in and needed help zipping it up. I could not have done it myself. 

Otherwise, I loved the dress. Perfect for black tie in NYC!

Super comfortable, perfect length, and overall perfect dress for an event/gala!

Black tie wedding in October in the northeast and it was just perfect! Fit true to size (I wear a 4). Material is slightly heavier so it was perfect for an autumn wedding. Perfect length since I don't like to wear high heels (5'4).  

I absolutely loved this dress and received so many compliments on it. It was super high quality. The structure is gorgeous and it was perfect for a fall/winter wedding guest outfit. My only complaint is the top tended to roll down throughout the night. I wore it to a formal rehearsal dinner, but may have regretted wearing it to a wedding reception with lots of dancing. Still rating it 5 stars because it was that gorgeous in person. Photos don’t do it justice. 

Absolutely loved this dress. It was perfect for a formal wedding.  I'm typically a size 12 and wore my backup size 14. No bra necessary! Huge hit at the wedding. 

Couldn't tell from the pictures online, but the floral details are velvet - really took the dress up a level! I didn't end up wearing it to the event, but would rent as a LBD for a future event. The 2 fit great if I wanted to go braless, but the 4 would have been fine too if I wanted to throw on a strapless bra. 

Makes you feel super snatched and holds the girls up well 

So easy for black tie and was amazing quality and super comfortable. Has a velvety texture which makes it great for fall and winter weddings too!

Beautiful and almost perfect dress! Zipper was tough and the wiring in the top on the front side caused some discomfort. Great details. Would rent again

I loved this dress and received lots of compliments throughout the night. It was easy to wear all night without having to pull it up constantly, and the quality of the fabric was wonderful. The biggest drawback was the boning in the corset - it dug into my chest at the top, and when I sat down it dug into my stomach, where I even had little bruises the next day. 

I got so many compilments on this dress! A bit formal
for my everyday life, but what price glamour! I love it. I did have to wear a bralette, just to keep from having to adjust, but will  definitely rent again. 

I wore this for a black tie wedding in DC. I loved the corset fit which allowed for plenty of support and no bra needed. It is a timeless black strapless look with b-e-a-utiful unique large floral detail up close. 

I got so many compliments - perfect length for short girlies.

This particular dress/size has a faulty zipper. It took a bit to get it zipped all the way up. The corset was good and if I had sized down it would have been perfect. 

I wanted to love this, but the top kept folding over exposing the “sticky” insert that helps the dress stay up. The material is a pretty heavy, so better for a winter wedding than summer and I ended up going with a different dress. I didn’t dislike it, just wish the top didn’t fold over.

Got so many compliments on this dress! Wishes I would’ve been able to receive a size 2 but made it work! 

I got so many compliments on this, even from the bride.  It is a big heavy as others mention but stays up well. There’s an extra strap inside to hold you in place, so not just the zipper.  It’s a corset style and while I didn’t NEED a bra, I did use some cakes to make me feel a little more confident. I’m 5’9” and it came slightly above my ankles. I wore it for a summer evening wedding in MS and was fine with the weight of the dress.  

Wore this as my bridesmaid dress and I received so many compliments. The fit was very flattering and I loved the multiple textures. I wish I had a reason to buy this dress!

It’s got some weight to it! But the lace overlay is stunning. 

The fit was perfect. I felt well supported in the dress, so I didn't need an additional bra for support. The fabric was a little heavier, but it was just right for a spring evening wedding. 

Just tried on the dress and I can humbly convey this dress is NOT for a Summer wedding-UNLESS you want to bake! Very hot and heavy!

Such a classy and stunning dress. Wore for updated head shots. It is very long so shorter girls beware! Loved the fit 

Ordered a 2 and 4, ended up wearing the 2. It is a pretty heavy dress so it started to fall throughout the night. I body taped it so it wasn't an issue, you could just see the grippy part is some photos. I got TONS of compliments and was comfortable the whole night though!

The dress was fabulous and I got a ton of compliments. 

I was actually shocked by how well this fit. I wore the size 4 and it was perfectly snug. I am also a 32A and always concerned how strapless dresses will fit me, but this fit great. I will say, if you have a larger chest size, it may be too tight depending on size. I received so many compliments on how nice it was, would seriously consider purchasing!

This dress was perfect for a gala fundraiser. I'm normally a 2/4 and this 4 was a little tight on top. My friend had to zip me up and it was too tight with a strapless bra so I went braless. But overall I loved this dress!

i ordered this in my normal size (2) and a size bigger just in case. the 2 fit perfectly. without heels, the hem came to the bone in my ankle, which was a nice length for black tie optional. it was perfectly comfortable too. i didn’t have to pull it up once after i put it on. the only thing ill say, which ive seen other reviewers note, is that the sticky bit on the top of the bustier may fold over so its visible. just tuck it back in and it stays put for a while. 

Perfect for a work formal - classic black dress, classy, with a twist. Corset holds you in so well and is super flattering. 

Will recommend getting a back up size or sizing up. I’m usually a 12 but needed to size up to a size 14 but the size up fit perfectly! 

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