I'm in my late twenties and wore this dress to an evening gala for my husband's work. This dress felt both young and fun but also sophisticated and demure. The event was "black tie optional" and was held in a VERY formal ballroom setting. Among a crowd of women in long formal evening gowns, and others leaning more towards cocktail attire, this dress felt like perfect middle ground. Very unique and seriously SO FUN to wear. I didn't wanna take it off!!! I love the cap sleeves and tea length. I tend to lean towards more modest apparel and I felt comfortable in this but still very special and elegant. The keyhole was more booby than I usually go for but I still felt covered up and comfortable. My husband loved the dress! To tie in with the velvet details I wore nude/taupe velvet heels by Jeffery Campbell (pictured here). I carried a rose gold clutch. I ordered the 12r but ended up wearing my backup size of 14r. I'm glad I sized up and got the 14 as a backup! I am 5'8, 170lbs and slightly pear shaped. I could fot in the 12r but the 14R was more comfortable, especially for an evening of sitting. If you're hippy at all size up. I got so man compliments on this dress! From both men and women of all ages. On the way back to our car a couple of gals even shouted to me from across the street that they loved it. It's definitely a show stopper. I have a wedding coming up in October and I plan to rent this stunner again.

Artwork Sequin Dress

Marchesa Notte

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Size Worn: 14R