Jen's Reviews
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8 reviews
Great quality, long, pockets
This dress was perfect for my first cousin’s “formal attire” almost-Autumn wedding. The straps are adjustable, but my one gripe is that by the end of the night (8 hours of wear), they were digging into me so badly they left indents for approx 24 hours and redness for several days. As someone with a larger chest to hold up, a thicker strap would have been better, but I lived to tell the tale, and still highly recommend the dress. The empire waist is so forgiving, the pockets are generous and not apparent, and the fabric is high quality and there was a built in satin-type slip inside. Be prepared to wear heels. I’m 5’7” and wore 4” heels and still struggled at some points with the length of the dress. Flats or Barefoot were not an option for me. Finally, I chose to wear the 12 over the 10. I would have fit in the 10 but it was just a little too tight at the top of the zipper and the 12 was much more comfortable for me.
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Merlot Floral Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38C
Took a risk, didn't pay off
I rented this when it had no reviews and took a chance. I rented another dress that I DID wear to the event. This dress probably is perfect for size 00 to 4 ladies. Beyond that, it's not made for any type of curve or "larger" feature (back, shoulder width, hip width, bust, etc) - not to imply that size 6-10 are larger in a negative way. But damn is this dress soft! And such a beautiful color and really cute on the model. Bummed it didn't work for me, but I took a gamble, and I knew it.
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Velvet Shannon Dress
YUMI KIM
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38C
Head turner, pure stunner
This dress is one of my all time favorites. The 80s style shoulders and complete disco ball glitter of the sleeves just MAKE this look. I got so many compliments. The dress was stretchy and held up to all night at dinner and in the casinos without becoming uncomfortable or wrinkly at all. This dress is unconventional, but I loved it.
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Sequin Sleeve Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38C
Super cute and solid for a variety of venues
I didn't end up wearing this because I didn't go out one of the nights on my trip, but not because I didn't love it. Red is my color and this just pops. I love the back of the neck closure & the lower back closure, and the lacy sleeves were super comfy. I found it to be plain in the waist area, but figured I could jazz it up with a belt of some kind. The other women who posted photos helped me choose this and I had a similar look to similarly sized ladies. Just didn't get a picture of myself.
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Laced Red Tonal Romper
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38C
Sparkle, shimmer, and stretch
This dress did not disappoint. It sparkles like a disco ball and has stretch and blousing in all the right places. I’m wearing a 10-12 right now and not loving my body size and am sensitive about my tummy area and this dress took all those woes away. Highly recommend this one. It’s a stunner.
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Champagne Sequin Mini Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38C
Flattering, sexy, and like a mermaid
Loved this dress! Wore it for a fancy fine-dining dinner date. It's a real head-turner. I usually go with red (looks best on me), but this color was amazing. Paired well with thigh high black suede boots but entertained the idea of nude pumps. Went without a bra: worked just fine (38C) & the sexy open back was key. FYI, you become somewhat of a human disco ball in this dress. Even low light environments w/ nearby surfaces will catch a beautiful teal sheen. I loved it.
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Marais Sequin Mini Dress
For Love and Lemons
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38C
Head turner, gorgeous fit!
I rented this for a weekend getaway in Atlantic City, and it was perfect. The whole thing is covered in sequins and is a head turner & got me so many compliments. I'm 5'7" and so the dress was a little short, but paired with over the knee boots, it was really an amazing look. The dress is definitely tight and contoured to the body, so there's not much room for a large meal, but it was totally worth it. And I loved the low cut back, I didn't wear a bra & everything fit the way it was supposed to.
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Carlene Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38C
Gorgeous color block dress with unique cut.
Wore a 10 at 5'7" and 170lbs (somewhat muscular body style). Fit like a glove. Very body contouring. The orange portion in the middle sat like a belt and showed off my curves nicely. Didn't have to wear a bra (yes!!!!) and the leg slit was a nice touch. Wore it out for my bday in Atlantic City and while I was over dressed, the other casino-goers couldn't keep their eyes off me. Highly recommended.
Colorblocked Halter Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38C