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13 reviews
Average LBD
It’s tight but has a bit of stretch. Would advise to wear shape wear/spanx to smooth out the base (not wearing any in this pic) or else your belly button might show. Overall fine if I needed a LBD in a pinch. This is a maybe for a holiday party (styled with a burgundy velvet blazer from express)
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Coralie Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Tight on top, fit everywhere else
This dress smushed my boobs down, unflattering for busty babes. Was able to zip the dress fine so it fit, but was definitely tight around the bust. Too bad, was going to wear this to a holiday party.
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Velvet Tiered Cocktail Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Wore to a holiday dinner party for work, loved it
The collar part could be a little itchy when it was warm inside, but other than that, lovely dress. Billowy and tons of room to eat, no spanx required. Fun party dress.
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Black Tulle Mini Dress
Adam Lippes x RTR
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Too tight on the top, didn’t wear
I am a curvy person but was not expecting the sweater top to be so tight on top. Did not wear.
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Horse And Carriage Sweater Dress
Coach
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Beautiful but too tight on top
I would try the larger size just to give my neck and boobs more room. Didn't end up wearing it because I didn't get the backup size I probably needed (12R) which would have given me more room to breathe / eat. The shoulder straps are small and dug into my traps/shoulders so didn't end up wearing it to the wedding, but the fabric and design is beautiful and very flattering (hid my belly). This dress is long (wore 10L) and I was able to zip it up but the neck straps prevented me from wearing it to the wedding.
Floral Essex Maxi
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Hawaiian Villa Wedding
This dress is very flattering and has some stretch (hid my spam musubi tummy very well). I was comfortable in it all evening for an outdoor Hawaii wedding. I am 5'7" and wore 3 inch heels and the dress just touched the floor (wasn't dragging) and my shoes were peaking out . It is lined so I didn't have to wear a bra. The slit was not too high. 10/10 Would wear it again.
Floral Venezia Gown
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Hawaiian Dream
Colors were perfect for a Hawaii wedding.
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Toni Giglio Metropolis Mini Bag
Furla
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Love this dress.
I am 5'7", 175 lbs, 38DD and hourglass shape. I typically wear either 10 or 12 depending on this dress. The backup size of this dress (12L) was damaged so I never received it. I wore 4" heels and the back of the dress brushes the floor by an inch (so there were a couple of moments where people stepped on the train). The 10L fit, but was a bit smushy in the boob area. Did not have to wear a bra (it would show since the front is pretty deep V). And this dress has pockets! Felt like a starlet.
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Cobalt Marilyn Gown
allison parris
Size Worn: 10L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
My fiance kept telling me how amazing I looked in this dress.
The fit is perfect, as most Nicole Miller dresses have stretch in them to hug lady lumps. I am typically between a 10 and a 12, and the 10L fit nicely, however it didn't seem as long as it should be (I am 5'7" and you can definitely see my shoes when I wear this dress). This was actually a replacement dress as my original choice came back to the warehouse damaged and they couldn't rent it to me. The consultant, Jamie T, was very sweet and helpful and sent two replacement dresses to make sure I had a dress for the wedding.
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Lady In Waiting Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 10L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D+
The color and flow of the dress is beautiful. Also available in navy.
This was the backup style I rented and went with the other dress (Nicole miller lady in waiting). I am usually between sizes (10 or 12) but because of the inside slip dress doesn't have much stretch in it, had to wear the larger size. The dress is beautiful but because the outer chiffon layers are very thin it would show any ride up/ bunching of the creme colored slip underneath (see the picture around my hips). Also, My bra size is 38DD and I would have had to top stick my entire chest area because it is pretty low cut, would not be able to wear a normal bra. The dress length was slightly long but I am only wearing 3" heels in the picture. This dress is also available in navy (navy petunia gown) and I would probably rent that instead in the future to avoid showing my slip bunch underneath.
Pastel Petunia Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38D
This feathery shawl was the only thing keeping me warm while taking pictures (worn in March in NYC).
The fit was fine, the feathers do shed a little bit though so be careful with white satin or tulle. I got a ton of compliments on it, saying that I looked like I was going to a fancy gala. Even the bride loved it and I let her wear it for some of her photos (it was also the only thing keeping us warm while we took pictures outside in Central Park (NYC) on a blustery March afternoon. Would definitely rent this again if I had the occassion for it.
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Black Marabou Capelet
Adrienne Landau
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Everyone had nothing but compliments about this stunning dress.
If you want heads to turn as you walk down the aisle, then this is your dress. I felt like a star. The neckline is a deep V, but it was still tasteful enough for a wedding, in my humble opinion... but if you are uncomfortable with plunging necklines you might want to try a less daring dress. The nude slip that it comes with didn't seem to sit in place for me (perhaps it was a little big?) and I found myself having to keep adjusting myself for lack of top stick.
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Kate Lace V Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
The dresses came in on time and was super easy to return. The quality of the dress was amazing.
Fitted near the hips and bust, so I had to size up. Overall very warm, flattering and comfortable.
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Black Combo Dress
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E