Name: Ansa Pleated Dress
Brand: Ted Baker
SKU: TBL65
Price: 40 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.0 (164 reviews)

I probably needed a size 4, but only 3 and 5 were available so this was very slightly big on top. Nevertheless, I loved wearing it, and got tons of compliments. I didn't have any problem with the short slip and sheer bottom as others have mentioned. The top also didn't pucker for me. I wore a sticky nubra since a traditional strapless would have showed in the back. It was also a good length for me. 

A gorgeous summer dress , perfect for a wedding. The top fit me perfect but if you have a larger chest, it might be tight. 

It’s for spring and summer events. The material is thin and flowy. It Compliments your shoulders. But there’s a tiny opening between your chest so I suggest to use a tape or wear a nude bra if you don’t want it to get noticed. Otherwise, I got compliments for it. 

I’m a chesty gal… teetering between 36G & J right now, as I’m breastfeeding. So when I read reviews about this dress being too loose in the bust, I thought that might actually be a positive, as I have trouble finding clothes that fit my bust without having to size up, which is then baggy on the rest of my body. But alas, this dress fit me TTS (14) everywhere except the bust, which was very baggy and loose. I used so much fashion tape to try and secure it so that I didn’t have to keep tugging the straps wider to tighten the top. (Pic is of it tugged in place with tape for the photo.) And it ultimately made the wedding I attended less fun—I was constantly adjusting and anxious about it. Dancing was not a good idea, the bust would droop forward unflattering and expose a lot of side boob. Bottom line: unless you’re even bustier than I, pass on this one.




Wore as MOH for my sisters wedding where she had a color palette. This dress was perfect as it tied in all the colors that were requested. I liked that it was a statement dress & fit perfectly over my newly postpartum body that I’m still trying to get used to. The only comment I’d make is that the lining underneath was way shorter than the dress, I had to be mindful of my movements (ie dancing, bending over). In general, it was a lovely piece

Fashion taped the slit that was a bit high for my comfort, Wore strapless bra with ease. Rented green raffia clutch as well, goes great. Coloring of dress great for my summer tan skin.  Added nude slip to gain a few extra inches to address the short “slip” that is part of dress. That also worked great. 


Loved the colors and material it was perfect for the few moments I had to spend outside in the 90s. Would have sized up to a 2 just so I could eat more 😂 the waist band is form fitting not elastic. It was great for dancing too!

This dress surprisingly fit well for my petite frame- arm holes were not sagging/too large as it usually is with clothing. I was too big for size 0 but just right for size 1 because of the waist/ribcage area- my underbust measurement is 27 1/8”, waist is 26”. 

Received compliments all night! Felt sexy and comfortable. I’m between a 6-8 so wearing the 6 or Medium was risky since I do have a pooch! But sucked it in and zipped it up and everything was intact! 

Wore this to a June wedding and received so many compliments! It fit like a dream and was so comfortable. I wish I would have bought this one!

Dress print/coloring is very beautiful and the way the dress fits is elegant. The waistband is 0% stretchy so I ended up wearing the backup size because it was tight just in that area

Lovely dress in silhouette and color! Was a bit roomy in the bust (on the sides) for me, the pleating on the bodice hid it well enough though. A flowy, neutral Art Nouveau-esque delight you won’t otherwise regret. 

I wore this for a rehearsal dinner in Miami and it was the perfect vibe. Pretty and flowing with muted tropical print and colors that feel interesting and not too much. The photo is bad, but I got a lot of compliments - great for a nice dinner or drink out too!

I loved this dress but struggled with it all night at the wedding we attended. The size was good for me but the zipper in the back would NOT stay up. Every time I moved, the zipper fell down. I was able to rig it closed with a safety pin but this dress needs a hook and eye closure added. Also, i wouldn’t recommend this dress for anyone with large boobs who doesn’t want to show extensive cleavage. After reading previous reviews, I expected to just pin the opening closed but I couldn’t figure out how to do so without the pleats looking very weird. I ended up just letting the opening stay (though it gaped) but would have been more comfortable with less showing. 

Overall, this dress was beautiful but better for smaller chests.

Wore this dress to a nice dinner in Palm Springs- the pattern was a lot of fun and the neckline was flattering 

I typically wear a size 12US so ordered the 5UK/12US and the 4UK/10US, and ended up wearing the 4UK/10US. Pictures don’t do this dress justice! More color variation than I was expecting. There is an opening in the front that I thought I had to pin closed, but if you just pull the dress down and keep it from riding up, that works. Loved the flowy-ness/movement, would definitely wear again and recommend. 

Love the style and colors on this dress! Really flattering and fun. Used one safety pin for front wrap section (I am smaller chested) which helped secure this area.  I was nervous about length as I am pretty petite (5’2”) but it was perfect. 

I found the bodice tight at my rib cage and not the bust; I converted my bra straps to cross in the front. The slip isn't restrictive and great for dancing! Ideal colors for an early fall wedding with both blue AND brown secondary tones, not taupe

A little extra fabric bunched over my waist since I’m small chested and short. Reached to my ankle but still flattering. Fit perfectly at the waist and not too large under the arms, which is usually an issue for me. 

The perfect fall wedding guest dress. The fit was great, but the top had an opening that was awkward. Was able to pin closed. Would rent again

Really pretty, very snug fit across the waistline with a short lining. 

Absolutely loved this dress for a summer wedding. I’ve never gotten so many compliments in my life!! Im usually a 2/4 in dresses and the 2 fit perfectly. 

Really nice quality and was comfortable all night. Would rent again! 

This is definitely better for busty women, but I sized down and made it work. The size I actually needed wasn’t available. RTR provided fabulous customer service as I had no idea what size I am being 6 months pregnant.
I received the size 3 and 5. I sized down with the 3 which the waist was on the tight side and the bust was slightly big, but then again fully aware I didn’t order the correct size. Got some over belly maternity spanx that helped zip the waist up, and a bra helped fill out the bust!
I felt great and received lots of compliments!

I’ve never received so many compliments on a dress! Cannot recommend more highly.

The top fit a bit weird, I think it’s meant for a larger chest than 36C. If you play with the material a bit you can make it work. The lining is short but fine if you aren’t bending over. The colours were beautiful, received tons of compliments.

If you have a wider rib cage/shoulders this might not be for you… still, was very flattering for my curvy body type & got so many compliments. I have a bigger chest & wanted to be covered at a family wedding & this dress did the trick! 

Love this dress. Size chart said size 0 for me but the size 1 fit me perfectly. I couldn’t zip the size 0. I have a small waist and it was perfectly snug there. 

Wore this for Easter and got so many compliments. I loved the length (three-quarters). Beautiful fit and flow, but one thing to note is it is extremely tight in the chest area.

This was by far one of my favorite dresses I have worn/rented. I felt like a total babe in it! My parter and I were stopped multiple times to be complimented on our looks for the louisana wedding. I was glad I got a size that was a little tighter/form fitting because it hugged me in all the right places. Could support a variety of bodies and busts, I believe. Can be dressed up or down easily. Fun, playful, yet elegant. 

I read a lot of comments about the top being too tight but I did not find that to be the case at all. 

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