Natalia's Reviews
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Twirly, swirly skirt but Does. Not. Breathe.
I wore this to an outdoor wedding. I loved the jewel-tone color, which was really bold and bright, and the big, twirly pleated skirt. The movement of the dress was fantastic. However, an XS would have probably fit me better, as I have a small chest, and the S was a little too big around the torso. However, the silhouette overall was pretty ok. My biggest problem with this dress was that it is 100% polyester, and does not breathe!! I felt like I was wearing a giant plastic trash bag. It got very sticky, hot, and uncomfortable.
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Cobalt Pleated Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Relaxed and comfy with retro vibes
My expression in the photo reflects an issue I was having with the position of the horizon, not my satisfaction with this top. I loved it and got lots of compliments. I wore it to a couple of evening events with high-waisted jeans and really loved how relaxed the fit was. The knit was lightweight, and I went dancing without overheating. The lettuce-edge sleeves and ballet-ish neck were really flattering as well. I did wear a black sports bra under because there is some serious underboob if you raise your arms at all.
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Rib Zippie Cropped Top
SIMONMILLER
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Cute, fun, and comfy.
I am high-key considering getting this sweater for myself. Not itchy, voluminous sleeves, and a ton of compliments. I have long arms, but the sleeves made it all the way down to my wrists. I really liked the mid-crop length, and it was surprisingly packable for traveling.
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Anika Tapestry Sweater
FARM Rio
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Needed to size up
The sleeves were too short, and I didn't have a pair of pants with a high enough waist to really balance the proportions for this top. Otherwise, very easy to take on and off with the side zip. The fabric is a shiny-feeling polyester, which I also didn't like.
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Floral Twist Front Top
Marissa Webb x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Severus Snape starter pack
It is a really cool design, but it also does give Severus Snape. Plan accordingly. I really liked the almost-off-the-shoulder neckline, but the cuffs of the sleeves were a pain to unbutton and rebutton. I would definitely wear this in the winter to a party or more offbeat event. I wanted to wear this for work, but it was too warm for the time of year, and a little too wizardy for the context.
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Collared Blouson Dress
Mossi
Size Worn: 34
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Cozy and stretchy
I wore this for giving a talk and got a ton of compliments. The sleeves were long enough, and the fabric is a slippery-feeling knit, and heavyweight enough to not be sheer. I wore it on a day that was 50s in the morning, 70s in the afternoon, and wasn't too hot. However, plan your undergarments accordingly because the outlines _will_ show through.
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Cinnamon Ribbed Midi Dress
Self-Portrait
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Super fashionable, and super comfy
I wore this to a conference, and got a lot of compliments. The shirt is so comfortable and the color is great. The wrapping of the excess fabric took some trial and error, but I really liked being able to elevate a t-shirt into something more haute-couture.
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Colorblock Tie Front Shirt
Mossi
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Stretchy, comfy and professional!
I wore this for a conference and it was a great alternative to pants. Also, the fabric is thick and heavy enough to hide panty lines.
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Multi Print Knit Skirt
525 America
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Desert vibes
I wore this to a conference as my "fun" shirt, and got a ton of compliments. I did need to wear a cami under because it is _sheer_ but it was so light and comfortable. Be careful to hang it up, because it can wrinkle.
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Abel Mac Hawaiian Shirt
Scotch & Soda
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Easy-peasy statement sweater
The neck was itchy, but the sleeves were roomy and long enough for my long arms.
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Abstract Scarf Sweater
FARM Rio
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Beautiful summery dress for the well-endowed
I rented this dress because I fell in love with the print, and Anne-of-Green-Gables-style, with the puff sleeves. The asymmetrical skirt flounce is also great. However, there's a lot of fabric in the wrapped bust, and if the girls can't fill it out, it looks bunched-up and, well, empty. I still ended up wearing it for a work Zoom, where the issues with the bust weren't noticeable, and loved how it looked on camera!
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Floral Liv Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Salon cape, but make it fashion
I liked the cut and drape of the dress, but the fabric had a synthetic, coated feel, like a salon cape or a water-resistant trenchcoat. It was a strange sensory experience, especially at the cuffs of the sleeves, where the folds and creases of the gathered fabric were very bulky and scratchy. For what it's worth, though, I had wet hair from the shower and didn't get a damp patch on my shoulders like I normally do!
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Gathered Sleeve Utility Dress
3.1 Phillip Lim
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Comfy conference day dress
I wore this to a conference in Hawaii and then rented it again as a WFH staple. I loved the tie waist detail and the wide v-neck. The fabric crinkles easily, but is cool and comfortable.
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Mabel Dress
SANCIA
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
WFH from the waist up
I rented this to give my look a little oomph on work video calls. I loved the roomy top, which was comfortable, yet professional, but am on the long-legged side and felt like the skirt was a bit too short to have worn this to the office.
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Mustard Venus Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Comfortable and polished geometric work top
I really loved the lines of this top. It made a big, bold statement all on its own while being super comfortable. The jersey-like fabric has weight to drape well while still feeling airy.
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Vasto Top
CAARA
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Crisp, yet relaxed work dress
I loved the minimalist silhouette of this dress, with the triangular elbow-length sleeves and kimono-like neck and wrapped waist. It also has pockets. The fabric is a little rough, but drapes well.
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Tie Front V-Neck Dress
Tome
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Comfortable wrap dress for WFH
This dress was super comfy and soft. I appreciated that the skirt was lined, as the striped fabric is light and thin. It doesn't have pockets (alas) and the boat neck crept closer to my neck a few times over the course of the day and needed to be readjusted. I liked the asymmetrical hem and the twist at the waist. A polished, yet cozy outfit for working from home.
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Clara Wrap Front Dress
B Collection by Bobeau
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Bold, comfortable work dress
I wasn't sure if I'd like the boxy shift cut of this dress, but it worked great and is a silhouette I'd now like to try again. I loved the color and the fabric was silky and comfortable for wearing all day. I wore this dress with tights for work, and sometimes with a scarf on top and a cami under. (please ignore my socks in the photo!) I got a lot of compliments!
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Susurro Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Good color but not quite the right fit
I ordered this as a season transition coat. I liked the color and the heft of the fabric. However, after one afternoon of wearing it, I reallyyyy didn't like this coat. The top part was too tight for my shoulders and kept cutting into my underarms. I also have long arms, and the coat sleeves were too short. Only the bottom two sets of buttons on the double-breasted closure have buttonholes, which means the coat can't close up all the way. And then the pockets. They are set high up on the coat and with a narrow opening at the top of the pocket, making it uncomfortable for putting my hands in them. They also look pretty lumpy with anything in them, like keys, gloves, or even a tube of chapstick.
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Jemma Coat
Club Monaco
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Classy, warm fall coat
I really loved the weight and drape of this coat. It kept me warm in low 40s going down to low 30s . I wasn't sure at first about the slouch shoulders, but I ended up really loving them.
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Leonora Coat
Line + Dot
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Gorgeous, vintage-style dress
This dress was gorgeous and I wish I'd taken more photos in it. I loved the detailed art deco-style lace and the colors. I used a brooch at the neck instead of the clasp for a looser fit on the collar. I'm usually between a 4 and a 6 and I'm glad I ordered a 6 because a 4 would not have fit. The sleeves were just above my wrists and I have long arms, and the shoulders and chest were a little tight.
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Colorblock Rodin Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Textured, comfy, classic pants
I really liked these, but the 6R were too big and kept sliding down. The pants don't have belt loops, so there wasn't anything I could do about it. I did like the wooly, textured fabric and the raw fringe down the outside of the leg. Really dressed up a basic sweater for a winter work outfit!
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Plaid Fringe Seam Pants
Polo Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Cute and unusual for transition season
This is such a fun cape. The heavy wool fabric made it surprisingly warm even though it's sleeveless. I have long arms, so I didn't really know whether to have my arms all the way out or just up to my elbows through the slash sleeves. It looks a little awkward with a backpack.
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Charcoal Tweed Professional Cape
MICHAEL KORS
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Sweet summery skirt
I paired this with plain camis or boatneck sweaters with a gathered waist. I was worried the waistband on the 4R would be too tight, which often happens to me with high-waist skirts, but it was fine. Really comfortable with gorgeous silky fabric.
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Daniella Floral Jacquard Skirt
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Classy boost to the workday outfit
I think a S should have fit better, but only an M was available. It still fit fine--the sleeves are short on my long arms, but I wore them pushed up most of the time. There was some excess fabric around my waist and chest. Was a little skeptical of how the shoulders would look, but I was surprised at how much I loved those shoulder puffs by the end of the day!
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Long Puff Sleeve Surplice Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Comfy, cute workday dress
Stretchy, light fabric made this really comfortable to wear all day. However, it was hard to pick a bra that worked with the plain, high crew-neck top half of the dress (sports bra seemed to work ok), and the way the neckline was cut made it hard to style on top.
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Digital Stripe Dress
The Fifth Label
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Stunning dress for a formal event
This dress was amazing. I loved the rich, saffron color and the silky fabric. It draped well and the fit was incredible. I added an accent belt to better define my waist.
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Amber Pleated Midi Dress
Co
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Comfy dress for a summer conference
I wore this at a conference. Looked great with sneakers, and the thick jersey fabric was super comfortable. Although it's baggy in the torso, the gathered skirt adds shape.
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Geneva Dress
Universal Standard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Cute details and comfortable!
This was a super cute and comfortable dress. My sister, who is 5'3" and athletically-built, tried it on and loved it. She trends towards dresses that are not tight or restrictive, and this fit the bill. The sheath cut didn't have a tight waistband and the balloon sleeves had cute details, but didn't bother her like a close-fitting sleeve would. I think she found a new favorite cut of dress!
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Black Courtenia Dress
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Great dress for an event with an all-black dress code.
I liked this dress because it was dressy and easy to move around in. I needed to do a lot of set up work (bending down, picking things up, etc.) for an event I was helping run and didn't want to worry about my clothes interfering with that. I ordered a M and an L and ended up going with the L, which was a little looser in the abdomen and hips than the M. I didn't have any shapewear on under, just control-top nylons, and it looked flattering. I have long arms and the sleeves went down to my wrists, which is a rare thing. I picked some statement earrings and a necklace to dress it up and it got a lot of compliments!
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Black Mina Sheath
Susana Monaco
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A