Gretchen's Reviews
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Gorgeous print but oooh, that neckline...
I look best in V-neck dresses so was thrilled to see this sheath stand out in a sea of high-necked options. Too bad that it is VERY revealing! I had to wear it with my deepest plunge bra, and for work had to obscure it with a scarf, CLOSED jacket or BUTTONED cardi. Great shape--but I don't think folks could really look anywhere but your decolletage. The vertical seam in front interrupts the print a bit, too, but I was OK with that. Again, I don't think anyone is going to notice much about this dress or you in it beyond the neckline.
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Greyson Sheath
Black Halo
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
PERFECT dress
I've really struggled with the trend toward high necklines this season but this dress won me over. What a sexy shape! And the deep (but still bra-covering) opening in back was SUPER sexy when I wore my hair up. Picked this for my new professional headshot photo shoot and it was perfect--subdued, understated but such a perfect shade of gray, really flattered my complexion. And the skirt looks terrible on the model pic but on me, was DEVASTATINGLY perfect. Gorgeous head to toe. Only drawback: The buckle at the back of the neck is really tricky. But not a reason not to love this dress.
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Charcoal Jo Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
Tricky fit
Cute dress but the higher neck fought my big boobs and the tie skirt fought my wider hips. Just wasn't the right pick for my figure.
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Tie Front Shirt Dress
J.O.A.
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
Hygge Chic!
Skirt was a little more A-line than I expected, or maybe it was just my saddlebags, but I was thrilled to find a cute, elevated sweater dress that worked for me, which is an all-to-rare thing. I usually avoid dresses that have a clear waist but this was definitely worth the risk. Tights and boots and voila!
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Stella Knit Dress
Parker
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
Immediate compliments from Millennials!
The cool young people in the office swarmed when I rocked these for a day. They're a bit heavy and I forgot that they are post earrings rather than hooks but they were still comfortable even at the end of the day.
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Ancient Finds Earrings
Ettika
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
SEXY. Just choose your bra wisely.
I actually got a wolf whistle while wearing this dress! Taller women are likely to find it VERY short; I'm 5'5" and it's JUST appropriate for business. The color is dark but definitely green and the V-neck is VERY deep. But whatta knockout. Will definitely rent again.
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Evergreen Arrowneck Dress
Bailey 44
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
Heavy fabric
Also hard to wear a bra with this--I thought the shoulder cutouts wouldn't be a problem with that but oddly, they really were! Ended up not wearing it because the fabric was just too heavy for summer in NYC.
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Black Supercut Sheath
Bailey 44
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
Gorge!
But heavy. Definitely will want to have earring backs on these to lighten the strain on earlobes. But GORGEOUS.
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Sunset Tassel Earrings
Sarah Magid
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
Strange fit
Way too big and very voluminous around the hips. Comes with an underslip, which makes this dress very warm for summer in NYC. Pattern also has very clear polka dots layered over the darker portions of the pattern, which read strangely and detract from the edgy, modern feel of the dress. Could have been a winner, but just WASN'T.
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Frankenthaler Dress
Elk
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
The ULTIMATE dress
Not just a fab LBD, this dress was a showstopper--even though it's black. Folks at the office didn't really notice it at first but when they did, the compliments didn't stop. Seriously want to buy this one! Perfect for every occasion, because the slit neckline keeps it sexy yet appropriate.
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Black Kane Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
Better for fall
On the hanger, it doesn't look like much but oh, when you get it on! Not really a corporate work dress but figured I'd take a chance. Definitely fun and flirty and could work in a more casual/creative office. And the SHAPE. Great for curves! Only 4 stars because it's just too hot for summer.
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Pink Dot Ruffle Sheath
Leota
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
AMAZING.
So, so chic--and what color! Really zingy for client meeting. Great shape and the slit neckline keeps it sexy while still being conservative and office-appropriate.
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Purple Kane Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G
Longer than expected
And boy, is the slit in back high! Love the neckline but the material is on the heavier side and the tips of the collar aren't crisp because of that, so rather than forming sharp corners they're a bit more splayed. GREAT dress, but just didn't work for me. I rented this as one of my 4 choices on the RTR Update.
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Black Military Sheath
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34G