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Size up
Body con so it fit me better one size up. Thick knit camouflages lumps so I skipped the Spanx. Great for a work presentation. Was able to wear a blazer. It's on the longer side so it looked better with heels.
Melilla Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Yes!!! But as a tunic not a dress
Thank you to the other reviewers who showed this worn as a tunic with the front zip undone. It didn't work for me as a dress - couldn't zip over hips (and I have zero curves!) -but as a tunic it was super cool! I wore w/ leather leggings, chandelier earrings for night out, and with trousers and basic jewelry for a work event. It looked better with a wide belt at the waist. It is sleeveless which would look interesting, but it was cold where I was so I wore a thin long sleeve t-shirt underneath.
Strongoli Dress
Totême
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Beautiful and versatile
I wore with a jacket for work event, but would be great for a date too. The lace border on the arm holes make it more dress up - and requires a racer-back bra. Thin, silky fabric is navy with black print. I wore tights for colder climate but would work in different temps with no stockings. Dress up or down with different shoes and jewelry. True to size and flattering. A little wrinkled in back from sitting.
Roberto Jack Leo Dress
Zadig & Voltaire
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Glam night out
This one definitely creates a "look!" It has one hook as closure in the front, and is open at the neck, so even though it is soft and fuzzy, it's not really for the coldest temperatures. But who cares?! Fun fashion. (I wore for Valentine's Day for a pop of red.)
Red Leopard Faux Fur Jacket
Natori
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Size down
Runs large in waist, hips, leg width. I liked the pockets, the color/print, and the length was good with flats.
Windowpane Twill Pants
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Cute, comfy, versatile
Draw string allows for flexible fit. Flattering cut and length. Print is blue/grey snakeskin. Very thin silky fabric - I had to layer for my cold climate. I wore this with a blazer for work but it would be easy to dress up or down. Would look cute with sneakers or flats for a casual look or with heels and shiny earrings for a night out. Great dress!
Printed Hana Dress
Rails
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Pretty!
Lovely color and stitching. Nice fit - not too tight, not too boxy. Soft (not itchy), warm (but not too hot). Need a neutral bra underneath.
Fairisle Wool Sweater
Jason Wu
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Basic, a bit big
Good basic dress. Conservative cut (can button all the way up to the neck if you want). It ran a bit big so I preferred it with a wide belt (and it was freezing the day I wore it so I styled it with a cardigan).
Printed Harmon Dress
Equipment
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Sharp looks, runs a little big
Nice color and overall cut. Runs big - had to pin the neckline (I didn't like how it looked with a camisole underneath). Couldn't tighten at the waist because it's a faux wrap.
Faux Wrap Tuxedo Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Soft with an interesting shape
There are skits up the side so I wore a tank top underneath (although a thin, tight long sleeve shirt would have worked too if it had been colder out). Soft knit. Warm but not too hot. I was worried the tie in the front would look bulky but it was fine. Interesting cut/shape.
Mandy Sweater
Charli
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Oversized cozy
I put that it fits true to size because that's true of the sleeve length, shoulder fit, and overall length, but it is cut to be roomy, oversized style. Pockets were nice detail. Cool color. Cozy winter loungewear or for a casual day out.
Meldal Cardi Sweater
Elk
Size Worn: S-M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Interesting shape and details
True to size. Warm but not itchy or heavy. Interesting shape and details. Can wear with jeans or more dressed up.
Red Shelley Sweater
Rebecca Minkoff
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Cute sweatshirt for around town
Jazzy little sweatshirt. Boxy shape. It's white so has the potential to be a little dingy-looking. Cute with jeans, joggers.
Girls Can Do Anything Sweatshirt
Zadig & Voltaire
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Gorgeous! Fun! Festive!
Fit true to size. High quality fabric - sequins stay put. I wore the pants and jacket together (for a work holiday party I was hosting) but would be great as separates too. Tons of compliments. Super fun!! Love!
Sequin Plaid Jacket
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
A perfect, fun, sparkle-fest!
Fit true to size. High quality fabric - sequins stay put. I wore the pants and jacket together (for a work holiday party I was hosting) but would be great as separates too. Tons of compliments. Super fun!!
Sequin Plaid Slim Ankle Pants
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Smashing!
Shoshanna understands and respects women's bodies. Her cuts are always so flattering. This is true to size. Must wear heels. Could wear with a jacket for work. Pockets! The lace detail on the top is heavy/thick. Very flattering. Note: the pants are unlined.
Cerise Jumpsuit
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Cozy!
Thick knit. Cute with leggings, jeans. Very cozy.
Fair Isle Poncho
Draper James
Size Worn: XS-S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Soft and cozy
Soft and warm. Not bulky. True to size.
Baly Bis Sweater
Zadig & Voltaire
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Awkward fit
Pretty color but the fabric is thin and looks weirdly cheap. It's too long and the faux wrap has excess fabric which gives a more dumpy effect than I expected. True to size.
Red Sleeveless Wrap Dress
Jason Wu
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Interesting dress
Back up size fit as it was snug around the hips in my regular size, but that meant the top was a little too blouse-y since I have a small bust. Fabric (pattern and color) is pretty. It's an interesting cut - kind of matronly so it was just okay for me (I ended up wearing something else) but think it could be styled in an edgier way.
Red Printed Isa Ruffle Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Cute but size up
My regular size was too tight but probably would have been ok with one size up. It is pretty short but the overall cut is conservative. Pretty color.
Puff Shoulder Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Perfect cool weather dress
Flattering fit. Thick lace (no snags). On the shorter side but I wore with tights to be more conservative for work. Loved it! Compliments.
Colorblock Rodin Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Cute and versatile
Straps are adjustable which is super helpful. Good advice in another review to hook the back first then pull straps over your shoulders; makes it easier to take on and off. True to size with elastic waist. I wore with a blazer for work but would also be cute to dress up for a night out. Very comfortable. Compliments.
Frida Jumpsuit
Parker
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
It's fine.
Decent Fall work dress. True to size. Nice to have sleeves as the weather gets cooler. Not the most thrilling or flattering cut, but it was fine for a basic workday dress.
Blue Abstract Floral Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Comfortable, sleek
Stretchy suede. True to size. Elastic waist. Hugs curves ( you may prefer with shapewear, or in my case, a jacket to hide the mid-section). Slit goes up to mid-thigh when seated so rights made it more conservative for work. A good basic piece that could be styled lots of ways including more dressed up.
Faux Suede Front Slit Midi Skirt
Fifteen Twenty
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
High waist forever!
I like a high waist to hide a lumpy midsection. These are just stretchy enough. True to size. Black denim- can dress up or down. I recommend!
Nina High Rise Skinny Jeans
Joe's Jeans
Size Worn: 28R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Very short
I'm 5'6" and this fit like a mini skirt, so even though the shape of it is conservative, it wasn't work appropriate (and it didn't seem sexy enough for date night).
Red Square Neck Sheath
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Size up
Comfortable and pretty fabric and cut but it is essential to size up
Jodee Sheath
Black Halo
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Size up
Crotch was too tight in my usual size. Recommend a size up. Must like red! But it could be a good statement look. The peplum wasn't as puffy as I was concerned it would be.
Red Harlow Jumpsuit
Black Halo
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Just...homely
High collar, buttons, huge puffy sleeves, and weird smocking in the front added up to look like a super conservative extra from Anne of Green Gables. Not good. The colors were good for Fall and the print was reasonably interesting. Not flattering though.
Green Clarisse Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Meh. Size down.
Stretchy fabric. Comfortable. Size down - this was too big so when combined with the bow detail, I looked wider. Cute enough but just ok
Charcoal Ponte Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Really cute
Must like bright Kelly green! Lol But really comfortable, no wrinkles. Roomy in the waist so can adjust belt accordingly. Some gaping at the bust of the belt got loose or I slouched. Really easy outfit.
Wintour Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Easy breezy
Crisp cotton. Snap buttons. Belt detail was a bit unique, which I liked. I had a little bit of the gaping at the bust that someone else had, so that may be an issue if you have a larger chest. Good length.
Wrap Tie Shirt Dress
Scotch & Soda
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Unlined and weird
As others noted, the pockets show through the light color, as does the zipper because these aren't lined. It looks weird. The waist is nipped in tight so it ran quite small on me. Length was fine. Cute stripe down the side. I wanted to like them, but the construction issues were a problem.
Abigail Ankle Trousers
Habitual
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Too big, looked like maternity
Maybe this one wasn't right for my shape, but as you can see, it looked like maternity wear - too big, dumpy, shapeless. I tried it with a belt as others did, but that didn't help either.
Short Sleeve Scarf Neck Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Cute, some issues
This is very cute. Easy summer outfit you can dress up or down. Some construction issues that I didn't love: The buttons at the back of the neck are small and hard to undo and redo, making bathroom breaks an annoying challenge. Also, you can't wear a bra with this one, which I personally don't love (the fabric overlay helps; that also hides any belly issues).
Black Halter Neck Romper
krisa
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Beach coverup
So, this is comfortable but, to be honest, not that cute. I used it as a beach cover, but it would work for Saturday morning errands with sneakers. It wrinkles, as you can see. Nice light cotton fabric. Kind of felt...a little dumpy in it. But it worked for my purposes on vacation.
Sleeveless Hoodie Dress
Fifteen Twenty
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Showstopper!!
I couldn't have loved this more! Total showstopper! Color was deep indigo (navy/purple-y). Fashion tape required for the plunge neckline. I was worried about the material in the front looking lumpy and unflattering, but it was fine. Actually, no shapewear necessary! The ruching and the material concealed any lumps. Although plan accordingly so no pantylines in the back. As others noted, it's narrow at the bottom so you can't take big steps (but it was fine for dancing!) I wore with 3 inch heels (I'm 5'6"). I would give this a million stars if I could. Tons of compliments.
Draped Plunge Gown
Sid Neigum
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Dramatic colors
Fit true to size. No shapewear necessary since it is cut in such a way it hangs nicely. Colors are dramatic. I wore another RTR I loved even more but this was a great look, fit well.
Colorblock Halter Gown
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D
Beautiful geometrics
Lightweight. Cool geometric pattern. Wore with an indigo colored gown with plunging neckline - dramatic look. I loved these!
Brutalist Stone Wire Earrings
Alexis Bittar
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 30D