Danielle's Reviews
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Flattering for an hourglass shape.
This was the second time I wore this dress. I wore it for a conference, maybe a bit too fancy but very flattering and lasted day to night. If you have a pooch be prepared to wear some spanx. Great for a woman who is big busted, covers and shows just enough.
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Black Square Neck Tailored Sheath
Antonio Berardi
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Statement for a board meeting
I am a size 5'9" and usually a size 10. Unfortunately I could not zip up around the rib cage and I ordered the largest size which is 42. I wish there was a 44 because it is absolutely stunning.
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Bronze Houndstooth Dress
Martin Grant
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Super stylish, runs a bit small
Even though I am typically a M, I tend to size up to L for shorter jackets which worked well for me in this case. At 5'9", 150 it is a perfect fit but if I gain any more weight it wouldn't work for me.
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East Bomber Jacket
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Very pretty, great for work, runs very large
I was unable to wear this because it was huge. Even if you are large chested, I recommend going down 1 size, if small chested, maybe 2 sizes.
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Crochet Lace Shell Top
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Conservative Flirty
Size up, especially if you are big busted, it is difficult to zip up. The straps that cross the chest are a bit loose, they don't hug the body as it shows in the photo. All that said, it is very classy and unique dress that can go from daytime to evening.
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Black Double-Cross Dress
Martin Grant
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Beautiful summer dress for a business conference.
Carmen Marc Valvo never disappoints. The dress looks amazing in photos and had a perfect mix of conservative and feminine. Perfect length for my 5'9" height.
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Rosette Envelope Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Cute but runs very small.
Solid fabric, better for a cooler climate and not North Carolina in August. I could barely get the M on, felt almost like an XS. Cute enough to get the L in another unlimited order.
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Alvy Top
Bailey 44
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Great for a business function
I wore this dress to do a presentation at a destination resort. Very classy, small details that make a difference. Looked good under bright lights of a stage. I love this designer however I almost feel that size 8 tends to run a bit small, 10 just a bit large. I got a lot of compliments.
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White Spot Dot Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
So feminine but runs so small.
I rented this for a casual cocktail party for work in Cancun. I didn't wear it because it was too tight and showed too much cleavage. I go between 8 and 10 and the 10 was way too tight. I recommend sizing up 2 sizes. I also don't think this dress is made for an hourglass figure. If you are big busted be prepared for some cleavage. I think this dress would be great for a very slim gal. It's gorgeous and bright white. Sad it didn't work for my figure.
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White Andrea Dress
Osman
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 36D
Statement Piece
This dress was worn at a gala for a business event at a high end beach resort in Mexico. It is a stunning dress, extremely well made and it fit like a glove. It is lined so in my opinion better for an evening event, it might be too much for daytime. It is well suited for a large chest. At 5'9", 150 I ordered an 8L and it was perfect. I wore flats and it was a bit long but I liked the option of being able to also wear heals.
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Soft Petal Maxi
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 8L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Good for a casual afternoon
Soft material, looked fun with a pair of white jeans. Wore it to a tennis match and a couple gals complimented me. I found the blouse to be a little boxy around the middle, would have liked to see it hug the waist a bit more.
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Plaid Signature Button Down
Equipment
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Good option if you want to ditch the jacket
Wore this for a workday in Seattle and it kept me warm without needing a jacket. It was not form fitting, a little big around the belly. For me it felt itchy around the neckline so I had to adjust the blouse I wore underneath.
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Trace Tweed Vest
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Perfect for Casual Friday
Soft material and very comfortable. Nice fit, didn't creep up when I lifted my arms. I am big busted so I sized up to a Large which worked out well.
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Grey Alesia Pullover
Trina Turk
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Flirty dress for an after trade show party
I wanted to be a little conservative for an event after a trade show in Vegas, however this was a bit buttoned up for my taste. I am 5'9" and the length was fun and flirty but I don't think I would wear it to work. In hindsight looking at the photo I look pregnant (and I am not!) Beware, there are 5 small buttons on each sleeve and they were very difficult for me. If you're bad at buttons, make sure you have someone to help. I think the dress is more suited for a casual, daytime event and size down, there is plenty of give.
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Black Arabella Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Stands out for a corporate stage presentation
I wore this for a corporate presentation in front of 1,000 people (large stage, bright lights). I was told that the audience could not see the details of the dress with the bright lights but it really stood out. When up close, people consistently commented on the beautiful details of the dress. In my life I honestly do not think I have ever received so many compliments on a dress. For my height at 5'9" it was the perfect length, dresses for business events tend to run too short so this was the perfect "above the knee" fit. I go between sizes 8-10 and ordered the 10. If you are not large chested you might be able to go to your lower size. I am a 36D and really needed that room for the 10.
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Magenta Floral Sheath
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
Opening Reception Statement
I wore this for an opening party for a corporate event at a Vegas nightclub. It really stood out and you truly make a statement when you walk in the room, it just flows as you walk. While walking through the casino I was stopped by a gentleman who just wanted to tell me how beautiful the dress was. I would size up/go to your top size, especially if you are large chested. I am 5'9" and wore flats so I was fine with Regular length. If you are tall and plan on wearing heals you should go with Long. If you wear this make sure you have someone to help you zip; there are two zippers and they are basically impossible on your own.
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Ocean Maxi
Theia
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34DD
The shirt was a little too blousy for me.
Understanding that this is a very casual look, the sleeves are very long.
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Blue Swirl Top
Free People
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 36D