Cortney's Reviews
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Great fitting dress that's bold without standing out too much!
I typically wear a 14W but it was too tight through my chest, so the 16W worked out great. The dress has absolutely no give, but is fitted through the chest and shoulders, then gives you a little extra room at the waist were it blouses out. The bottom is stiff, so when you get in and out of the car or have to take a longer stride, you can't - because it's fitted! It's not a problem at all though. The cap sleeves are a bit restrictive but I didn't have an issue with that either. And the compliments! I posted a pic on FB & IG - and I got comment after comment about the dress! It's a classy look without being stuffy or over-the-top. Loved it!
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Magenta Floral Sheath
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 16W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40D
SEXY - but small.
This dress is the perfect way to feel sexy. It's snug, but not necessarily in a bad way. I've rented other dresses by this designer and wore the 14W with ease. This one was way too tight. I believe the 16W would have worked, but I just wore another dress instead. It gives gentle cleavage - which I was okay with. My boyfriend didn't like the sleeves, but he's nuts. This was a hot piece!
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Red True Love Ruffle Dress
Yoana Baraschi
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40D
It's pretty if it fits!
This dress is beautiful, but fit me a little large. I'm between sizes on plus and standard - so it's always a gamble. This one just didn't work. It was longer than I wanted it to be, too.
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Through Time Sheath
Kay Unger
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40D
Unremarkable, but sometimes you need that.
I wore this dress to a business formal benefit auction. It fit - which was a plus. The sleeves were a little long - you can kind of tell in the picture. Otherwise, there was plenty of room and the dress was comfortable. I didn't feel like the dress did anything for my body though. This picture makes my chest look even larger than it is - which I don't love either. All in all, it was okay. I wasn't embarrassed or uncomfortable, but I've rented some pieces that made me feel gorgeous - this just wasn't one of them.
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Fallen For Him Sheath
Adrianna Papell
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40D
It's elegant, but risky.
This was WAY too small for my liking. It was tight and SUPER short. I'm only 5'4 and it was way too short for me. (Could've been because it was so tight though, too.) I'm between plus and regular size dresses, so that makes this difficult to judge. There wasn't a larger size for me to try. The dress is gorgeous though. The neckline is flattering and my chest fit in the dress - which is sometimes a problem area for me. The arms were comfortable, too.
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Golden Shadow Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40D
It's truly beautiful
I was disappointed with how it fit me. I'm between regular and plus sizes - which is a challenge. The 14W was just too big. It made me look frumpy, but unfortunately, that's the smallest size this dress came in. It hit me longer on the knees because of that, too. It fit fine through the sleeves and chest, but was baggy through the waist and hips (which isn't something I typically have a problem with.) If you have fuller hips, thighs and butt, don't be afraid to order this dress. It's got room for you!
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Black Lace Off Shoulder Dress
Adrianna Papell
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40D
Flirty, fun and comfortable!
This dress was perfect!! I didn't wear a bra, and the ruffle kind of made that easy to cover. It's a great length without being uncomfortably short, and the fit under my arm was perfect - it wasn't pulling too tight at all. The dress fell over the rest of my body great - grazing without being too tight or too baggy. Love this!!
Black Brooke Dress
Cooper & Ella
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful, classy and sexy
I can't say enough about this dress! It's two pieces - the slip is completely separate. You can't wear a regular bra bc of the should lace. I didn't wear one at all and that worked just fine. It's short enough to show some leg, but not uncomfortably short. It lays great. Sorry for the shower picture - best lighting to truly see the dress. I didn't have hose on here, but that smoothed everything out perfectly. Love this dress!!
Red Mod Lace Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 38D
Classy and practical
I can't say enough great things about this clutch! It's color lends it to go great with gold or silver. It comes with a metal chain strap, but I didn't use it. I was able to take my cash, a few credit cards, lip stick, travel perfume, and my iPhone 6 in it with ease.
Slim Tonda Matte Metallic Lizard Minaudiere
Diane von Furstenberg Handbags
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Smaller than I wanted it to be.
This dress was just okay for me. I didn't end up wearing it. The opening in the back was lower than I expected. My regular bra wouldn't have worked. The dress is made very well and is very heavy. I didn't love it with my pale skin either. It didn't do much for my shape. I could've worn it - but it wouldn't have wowed anyone.
White and Silver Ellen Shift
Dress The Population
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Classy and sexy and modest
This dress was everything I was hoping for. I usually wear a 14 so the 14w had plenty of room but still fit well. It was comfortable all night and had a very classy look. The shoulder cut outs still allow you to wear a regular bra. Loved this dress and so did my date!
Cold Shoulder Ruffle Dress
ELOQUII
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
So comfortable and adorable!
Wore this as a wedding guest and got nonstop compliments all night (and even the next day)! It's adorable without being over the top, fit like a glove. The top is well-made so it didn't stretch out and fit well all night. The skirt part has pockets that were so convenient. Fun! Definitely recommend this!!
Keep Them Guessing Dress
Yoana Baraschi
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful dress - more stunning in person!
This dress was my backup dress - and I ended up LOVING it! It fit great. The slip underneath is a completely separate piece. It was short enough to be fun but still comfortable. It was fitted without being tight and completely comfortable. I normally wear a size 12 or 14 in jeans and this 14 fit with plenty of room.
Dance With Me Shift
Kay Unger
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D