This was a last-minute backup dress, as my first choice didn't work out. Typically, I'm between a 12 and a 14, but when I was working with the stylist to find an emergency backup the day before the event, the only dresses left that worked for me were in the 14W size. For me, I have a 43" bust, but a 36" waist. So this dress was very loose on me through the middle and hips and hung in a sacky way. I loved the material, the lace roses, the satin stripe design, and the color was gorgeous. But I wish they had it in a 14 instead of a 14W so it would have been more flattering.

Begin Again Dress

Adrianna Papell

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Size Worn: 14W

Usual Size: 14

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 185lbs

Bust: 38C

Unfortunately, this dress arrived and didn't fit. My 38C/D chest size (43" bust) would not remotely zip into this dress. There material has no give, so there was no making it work. Also, the dress is cut with an incredibly short torso. So even if the girls would have fit in, the waist would have sat 1-2" above my natural waist, and wasn't flattering at all. (I'm only 5'6" and not exactly long in the torso)

Meet at Midnight Dress

ML Monique Lhuillier

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Size Worn: 14

Usual Size: 14

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 185lbs

Bust: 38C