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Shoshanna

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Product Details

With a striped bandeau, this full-skirted Shoshanna gown is ultra chic. Elevate the gown with pointy-toe heels.

Also available in Floral Navy.

Materials and Measurements

Navy and white silk faille (60% Cotton, 30% Polyester, 6% Metallic, 4% Polymide) Strapless. Sweetheart neckline. Full hi-low skirt. Hidden back zipper with hook-and-eye closure. Fully lined. 41” from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size up for backup (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized: 0-12.

BUST: Great for any cup size - comfortable room at bust
WAIST: Fitted - dress fitted at natural waist
HIPS: Not Fitted - fuller skirt allows comfortable room for full hips
LENGTH: Tea length - (on a 5'6" model)

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra
FABRIC: Fabric has no stretch
GREAT FOR: Apple, Athletic, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Petite, Bump Friendly Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10".)

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Fit
Runs Small (26)
True to Size (119)
Runs Large (31)

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
July 5th, 2017
I felt like a princess!

Fit was good, perfect length with heels. A little poofy on the skirt, but I liked that. A little hard to zip solo, but all in all great dress for a wedding.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Christine's reviews
July 19th, 2023
Perfect for small chested and short!!

The only reason I chose another dress was because this did t seem summery enough. Love the high-low and it’s the perfect height for low heels!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Brandee's reviews
October 24th, 2022
Amazing, comfortable dress

This dress was so incredible!! I got so many compliments on it. It stayed up really well, was very comfortable, was great on the dance floor and I love the sparkly top part. Perfect choice for a fall wedding.

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 23rd, 2022
Perfect for a formal wedding

The size 8 fit but was slightly larger and the 6 was a bit tight on me but I wore this one because it looked like a better fit. I got so many compliments on this dress. It did wear very hot as it was a humid outdoor wedding but I would wear this again 100%. Loved it

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Emily's reviews
May 16th, 2023
Great dress!

My usual size is 2; I liked the fit of the 0 better. The stock picture on RTR makes the bodice look navy and white striped. The “white” stripes are silver. And the bodice is sparkly. It is pretty but felt a little “prom” to me. Loved the overall fit of the dress. Great pockets. Overall a nice dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
NONE
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Elizabeth 's reviews
May 16th, 2022
Runs big

This dress runs big. I wanted to wear it to a summer black tie wedding but ultimately wore something else because I was afraid it wouldn't be great for dancing

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Emily's reviews
August 25th, 2019
Maternity friendly!

I loved wearing this dress to a black-tie optional wedding. The fabric looked a little worn up close, but no one but me noticed. I was 25 weeks pregnant, about 135 pounds, and the 4 accommodated my bump well! I had no issues with the boning or bodice being too tight. I sized up from my usual 2, and I think expecting moms should size up one size--especially if you are busty. (I'm not and didn't need a bra.)

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Athletic
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 5th, 2019
Very flattering along the waist. It was perfect for a "yacht chic" theme.

Runs true to size.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Candice's reviews
October 25th, 2018
Gorgeous dress. Fancy but the color made it not too formal. I definitely had the best dress!

The bodice was very fitted and too tight to make a sit down dinner comfortable. Thankfully there was a lot of standing which was fine. I ordered a similar dress from shoshana (high-low, gown) in the 6R and the fit in the rib cage area was much more comfortable

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 198lbs
Browse Cora's reviews
October 16th, 2018
Perfect dress!

Got compliments all night! Wonderful dress - don't be afraid to iron it ;) The wire will dig into your ribs when you sit down - but it's fine!

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Catherine's reviews
September 23rd, 2018
Dress was perfect for a yacht club wedding! Very flattering and cute.

Flattering fit! Someone else had the same dress at my event though, so maybe too perfect for the event.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Sierra's reviews
August 20th, 2018
Perfect rental for a late summer black tie wedding!

I thought from the stock photos and the reviews I read about the dress that the top was white and navy, but it is more a shimmery/silver color! The chest was pretty tight! But this meant that I did not have to wear a bra, and that the dress stayed up and I didn't have to keep pulling on it all night! If you are bigger than a 32DD this might be a little too tight for you! The length was good, a little long, but I am short so I knew it would be. I wore 3 inch wedges and I think it ended up looking great!

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Browse Ashlee's reviews
August 6th, 2018
Fun, flattering and fabulous!

I've never gotten so many compliments on a dress! The skirt on this dress is flattering and simply perfect. I'm 5'3" and the length was a bit long on me, but still worked on my frame. The top looks white in the photo, but it's actually a silver metallic fabric. I'm usually a size 6 in dresses, but the top is snug so I wore the size 8 the night of event. Pockets are another plus of this dress. My only complaint is the dress had clearly been worn several times before it made its way to me - the ribs of the corset poked out of the top. It wasn't a huge deal, but if the dress had been brand new it wouldn't have been an issue.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Danielle's reviews
June 23rd, 2018
Great dress

Loved this dress, wore it for a wedding. Received many compliments

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Courtney's reviews
June 17th, 2018
Love!!! Perfect for a summer wedding

Love it !!! It has pockets !!!! Everyone loved it almost as much as I did!!

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 14th, 2018
So many compliments, plus pockets!

Fits fairly TTS. Great fit on top for my 34DD, which was awesome. Zipper was a bit tricky, just the nature of a worn dress and not so great zippers. The fit was super flowy past the chest, so not necessarily the most flattering dress possible but I liked the fit and got tons of compliments. The flowiness was lots of fun for dancing, and I loved the pockets. Pretty comfortable and easy to wear all night. The length was perfect for me at 5'3", with back being just above floor length bare foot. It might've looked a bit more dramatic if I was taller, but I liked it the way it was. Turned out I even unknowingly matched my husband as we found out his groomsmen tux was navy the day before the wedding.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 132lbs
Browse Kristin's reviews
May 15th, 2018
Perfect fit for red carpet movie premiere!

Fit up top. Did not have to pull up all night. Great for small on top, hips on the bottom.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 151lbs
Browse Marian's reviews
May 13th, 2018
Loved this dress!!! Will rent again..I received so many compliments ...wore with kitten heels.

I am 63 years old, hourglass shape, 36D. 5"6 and 150 lbs. The dress was so comfortable - loved the pockets - kept phone and lipstick in them. Did not wear a bra = top was snug so didn't need one. I wore it to a beach wedding on the Jersey Shore

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Christina's reviews
April 24th, 2018
Classy and Comfy

Stylish and shows off the appropriate amount of skin to feel sexy without being sleazy. At 4.5 months pregnant this dress allowed me to eat and show off some curves without wearing a burlap sack.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Browse Jessica's reviews
April 17th, 2018
Comfortable the whole night

There is a corset like top and there is no need to wear any support. The zipper was a little tough and you need someone else to zip you in. Being 5'3" I feel the dress was longer than I wanted but it still worked with heels. It does have pockets! I felt my iPhoneX weighed the dress down when it was in my pocket. Received some compliments, always a bonus :)

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Kathleen's reviews
April 10th, 2018
Great dress for a spring wedding

This dress was fun and super cute. Great for a springtime wedding. The colors are great, and the fit is flattering. I'm 5'9" and the length was perfect with some heels.

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 170lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 7th, 2017
Wore for a nautical-themed auction and dance.... So comfortable!

Fit like a glove once hubs helped with the zipper. No need for a bra or Spanx which is always a plus. Danced a ton and the bodice didn't move an inch. Paired with navy strappy sandals and sparkly blue jewelry, and got a TON of compliments. Would totally rent again.

Size worn:
0R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 112lbs
Browse Jenny's reviews
October 11th, 2017
Great dress for early fall east coast wedding

The dress fit really well. I felt it was a good choice for a black tie optional wedding. The dress is made out of quality material but you could tell it's been worn many times.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 4
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 5th, 2017
Super cute for derby since it was chilly outside.

Made a hat to match it. Looks white but the strips at actually gray. Very heavy material.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Paige's reviews
October 4th, 2017
Perfect for Newport Wedding.

Love the stress and the thickness of the material. Fit the 10 but it was a little tight across my rib cage and I didn't want to be uncomfortable. I wore the 12 but I did feel like it was a tad bit baggy. No one seemed to notice and I got a bunch of compliments and felt beautiful. Great dress would rent again. The asymmetrical him helps if you're unsure about the length.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Diana 's reviews
October 2nd, 2017
Perfect PostPartum Dress

Hi I was 2 months post baby and wore this to an outdoors wedding last week of September in NY. I am 5'1 and wore it with a 2 inch heel and it fit fine. The bottom back of dress gently grazed the floor. I got many compliments all night I about how amazing I looked and how you couldn't tell I just had a baby. The picture included here is not from the event but from trying it on at home days prior. Day of event I wore it with a white fascinator, white strappy heels, and a "fur" cover. Please note the bands on the top are silver and blue not white and blue. As I wore white gold jewelry and the white shoes and white fascinator my entire outfit flowed; however, silver shoes would be most appropriate. I highly recommend for post partum mommas! I did not wear bra but still could wear nursing pads. I did not even really need to wear spanx since dress was not tight in tummy. Bodice is fitted and then skirt portion balloons out a bit which is very flattering. The only thing is by end of the night I noticed that I felt one of the wires from the bodice poking me in the belly. Fortunately, was not low on abdomen. In any case, when I sat up straight it did not poke me nor was it painful, just something I noticed. (Usually I would have been dancing, but sat most of the night this particular evening). Before baby I would have worn 6. Now I ordered 8-10 and wore the 8.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Sierra's reviews
October 2nd, 2017
Wore this dress to a TV premiere.

Pros, great dress... well constructed, great fit.. I didn't realize the top was sparkly (which made this dress a little dressy for the event, but I still loved it). Cons, I'm fairly short 5'4" and even with heels this was nearly dragging in the back.

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Rachel's reviews
September 18th, 2017
A perfect dress for a late summer black-tie optional wedding!

This was my back-up style, and it should have been my first choice. The bodice is fitted (didn't need a strapless bra or anything), and the skirt was flowy and flattering. Loved the pockets! I had my phone in my pocket all night--and you couldn't tell! I would definitely rent this dress again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Jen's reviews
September 17th, 2017
Fashionable and comfortable!

This dress fit like a glove and I loved the high -low hem, as well as the pockets. I received so many compliments on this dress. The dress was comfortable and can be dressed up with jewelry or worn without it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Browse RTR Member's reviews
August 8th, 2017
Perfect for a subtly nautical wedding

Loved the deep pockets and dramatic hemline on this dress. I don't wear a lot of strapless, but I didn't have to adjust the top of this dress once. The only con was it arrived pretty wrinkled.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Melanie's reviews
July 6th, 2017
Patriotic party dress with pockets!

Wore this for a formal wedding over the July 4th weekend. Fit true to size. Loved the hi-low with heels, then flip flops later in the night. Pockets were perfect to hold my phone and lip gloss. Didn't have to wear a bra, but did use double sided tape for a more secure feel. Would definitely rent again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Angela's reviews
July 2nd, 2017
So fun!

Flirty, fun and received many compliments. The fit was good- I could have done the 10 but wanted some extra room for dancing. The pockets were super handy. You can wear a strapless bra with this and it works well. For curvy or pear shapes, this dress compliments well.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Athletic
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 16th, 2017
Fun dress to wear!!

Super fun dress to wear. Comfortable and has pockets!! Top has sparkles in it to make it a bit dressier. Heavy fabric which makes the dress fall nicely. Got so many compliments!!

Size worn:
12R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 15th, 2017
It was EVERYTHING!

This dress was beautiful, classy and comfortable. I got compliments on it the whole night. I wore heels and then changed into flats. The dress didn't drag that much, it had a nice flow when I walked. I wore a strapless bra because I didn't feel secure without one while wearing the dress. My 2nd favorite part of the dress besides the high low effect we're the pockets!!! I had my phone, car keys and at one point my sunglasses in my pocket. I wore red accents to make it pop a little! I would definitely rent from RTR again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Gretchen's reviews
June 1st, 2017
Perfect Dress with Pockets

Wore this dress to a semi-formal wedding, and received compliments all night. Runs true to size, but there is no give in the banded area, which is great because I didn't need to wear a bra, but not great if you have a large ribcage. The high waistline and full skirt hide all imperfections in the tummy/hip area (my problem spots), while still looking sleek. I was a little surprised how long the front was for a hi/low dress, was expecting the front to hit around my knees, but it was about halfway down my shin. I am 5'9" and ordered the Regular length due to availability, but am actually glad that the Long length wasn't available. Would recommend this dress to anyone, and would definitely rent again. And, oh yes, it has pockets!

Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 116lbs
Browse Swarna's reviews
May 22nd, 2017
Perfect for the occasion!

Great design and fit.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Sheila's reviews
April 30th, 2017
I got so many compliments on this dress. It fit like a glove and it had pockets!!!!

The silver and navy were great colors with nude wedges. I didn't need a purse because it had pockets! It was comfortable for standing, sitting, and dancing the night away.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Athletic
Browse Tara's reviews
April 25th, 2017
Perfect dress for a wedding!

Dress was gorgeous! Received ton of compliments. I'm still not back to my pre-baby size, and this dress was great for hiding those postpartum areas. Would definitely rent this dress again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 44C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Eileen's reviews
April 23rd, 2017
Comfy and pretty!

Wore this as a member of a wedding party at which the wedding colors were navy and white. The silver is a nice touch and I received many compliments all day/night. After many hours, the boning on the sides of the corset started digging into me but it was still worth the rental. Roomy at the stomach, did not have to suck in. I'm a shorty so it was longer than tea length but still ok. Would recommend getting it professionally pressed, which I did.

Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Meredith's reviews
April 12th, 2017
Favorite RTR!

Super cute! Rented this for a wedding and it looked great! Fits true to size but like the other reviews mentioned, the "white" stripe is actually more of a silver shimmer.

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