Em's Reviews
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eh
I didn't end up wearing this. The collar came up *very* high and was clearly worn down by previous wearers (one of whom had left a make up smudge on it). It is probably cute on taller people, but it made me feel boxy.
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Green Sleeveless Striped Dress
Sail to Sable
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
This dress was a hit!
a little loose at the bust, so I used some fashion tape, but otherwise lovely. I really appreciate that the "wrap" is actually a pair of buttons so there was no risk of flashing when the wind picked up.
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Cora Wrap Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Great
They only had an L in the store when I grabbed this, so I don't know if the M would have fit better. I usually am an M, but this seemed fine.
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Braelyn Leather Jacket
BB Dakota
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
cute! a little stiff
There isn't a lot of give in this purse, so pack light! Looks great on, though!
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Black Bonne Journee Halfmoon Bag
Diane von Furstenberg Handbags
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Comfy glam! Size up!
I got this at the store to replace an item that didn't show up in my shipment. I am usually a S/M, but I'm glad I went for the L with this one. It still wasn't loose and the wide sleeves looked cool. I think if I'd had a smaller size it would have hit higher on me than I would have wanted. I'm only 5'1 and with the L, this hit right at my hip. It was roomy, but didn't look "oversized." Stars were great!
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Beven Knit Sweater
Parker
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute but not a stand out. Pockets!
So, I probably should have gotten a Small, but I picked this up in the store when what I'd ordered didn't work out. In the M, it was super comfortable (it has pockets!) and I got compliments. It fit me like it does the model in the pictures--very very loose. I just saw that the stylist sized way down for a more form fitting look. I think if I had gone down to XS it would have been *too* short, but I may try it again in a Small. It was really comfortable and I liked the pattern around the seems. Cute!
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Luna Relaxed Mini Shift
Greylin
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Amazing color!
So I really loved this dress. The color is incredible. I've learned to love Trina Turk and her stuff usually looks good on me, but this one has pockets in a slightly unfortunate place that adds fabric right where my hips hit. I may try again in a larger size, though I'm afraid then it will just be a sack. Anyway, I still got compliments and if you are narrower of hip than I, this dress will look great on you. I've worn other shift dresses from Trina that fit better than this, but I still quite liked it.
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Green Pipkin Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Overwhelming Pattern
I love Kate Spade, so I was expecting to like this dress. However, the fit was odd--it was too big everywhere but at the very narrow waste, and the pattern overwhelmed me. I wear a LOT of patterned dresses, and this one doesn't look that "big" but something about the pattern combined with the fit made me look like I'd broken into my mother's closet. I ended up leaving it at the store and choosing something else.
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Crescent Shirtdress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Great quality, carries a lot!
I chose this at the store because I needed something that would go with my outfit. I liked the style and color (I'm usually a Kate Spade fan), but it was a little larger than I would have normally gone for if I hadn't been focused on color. It can really hold a lot, but almost two much if you're not planning to use the crossbody option. The handles aren't big enough to go over your shoulder and my hands started to get tired. Very pretty bag, though, in great shape!
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Kingston Drive Alena Bag
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Great pattern
I was a little short waisted for this dress, but the pattern hid that quite well. The pattern was really great--I got a ton of compliments--and the dress was in very good condition. I didn't have anywhere in particular to wear it, so I wore it to work. Everyone liked it, but I felt like I didn't do it justice. This could definitely be a party/date dress.
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Tulip Poppy Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Great color! Runs super large.
I can't believe I wore a size 4 coat. I am usually a 6/8 in clothes, and always an 8 in outerwear because I have broad shoulders and thick arms. This coat, however, runs quite large, which is odd as I didn't get the sense it was supposed to be "oversized." Anyway, once I found a size that fit, I quite liked it. It wasn't the warmest coat I've ever warn, but was fine on a rainy weekend in 40ish degree weather.
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Blue Wool Coat
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Bright color, soft leather
I got compliments on this. It's a great color and I like its size in terms of height x length. It's quite narrow, however (i.e. the side/width doesn't expand at all) so it was hard to fit both my wallet and a book. No chance of my makeup bag fitting. Still, I was tempted to buy it. It's a great purse for days when you don't need to carry much with you and the pop of color is lovely.
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Allisyn Saddle Bag
Annabel Ingall
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Pattern is gorgeous!
I really like this dress! It doesn't quite fit me right. I usually wear a 6 or 8. The 6 fit well everywhere but the boobs--which weren't squished, but which the brick-a-brack cut at a slightly funny angle, in my opinion. I thought about sizing up to the 8, but then it would have been too baggy elsewhere. Anyway, this was a minor fit detail and in no way stopped me from getting a bunch of compliments on the dress. The fabric is so beautiful.
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Caterina Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Nice--a little scuffed
I like this purse, but it's not the most secure. The magnet doesn't keep it shut. That's okay, because I wear it over my shoulder and it's tucked under my arm, but if you're planning to carry it in your hand, it might be a concern. Nice purse, very spacious. It's a little scuffed, but that's not super noticeable.
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Mauve James Street Mason Hobo
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Lots of compliments. Thick fabric. Flattering and professional.
I'd rented this before and knew it was what I wanted for a wake I needed to attend this week. I have thick arms, so I am always excited to find sleeves that fit comfortably that aren't suuuuper loose. This dress fits the bill perfectly. It's great for any professional situation, and you could even throw a jacket over it if you wanted, but I never have. The fabric is thick (though it is unlined, which I thought was a little odd) and slimming
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Black Kane Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
GREAT colors. Could dress up or down.
I said this ran "true to size" because that was mostly true, but it is a little tight in the arms if you, like me, don't have the thinnest appendages. If I'd gone up a size, however, I think it would have been too baggy everywhere else. Most people probably won't have that problem, though, and the colors are so striking.
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Citronelle Tilly Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute fabric! Very comfortable.
I actually rented this twice--once in medium and once in small. The small was a little short but otherwise fit better because it runs quite loose. The tie was missing both times, so be sure to have a belt.
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Blue Peacock Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
LOVE this dress. I got so many compliments. I could probably have sized down.
I am usually a 6/8 and with euro sizes I usually go up, so I went with a 40, but I could probably have done a 38. The fabric is thinner than it looks in the picture, but it's really striking. I am seriously tempted to buy this one.
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Bright Florals Dress
Tara Jarmon
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Gorgeous but small!
I didn't end up wearing this. I am usually between a 6 and an 8. Only the 6 was available so I got that and it could barely button even at my most narrow point (I'm hour-glass shaped so my waist is not usually the problem area). Next time I'll size up at least one size, maybe two. The dress itself was very pretty and true to the pictures. I was sorry not to have the chance to wear it.
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Red Zoey Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
The colors are deeper in person. I got so many compliments!
Loved this dress. I could maybe have worn a 6 but it was more comfortable with the 8. The neckline is pretty low, but not gaping, so I felt more secure and less exposed than I sometimes do in higher-neckline dresses.
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Blue Vibrant Floral Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C