Allison's Reviews
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12 reviews
Awesome and Unique LBD!
I am very large chested 36G/H and struggle with fit of many dresses. This one didn't make me look so huge on top and had some nice give. I am only 5'2" and it hit low mid calf. I got several compliments on it and would definitely rent again!
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Black Megan Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Great little necklace.
Worked perfectly with the dress I rented. I chose it after seeing it in someone else's review. A little something different from all the giant gemstones that have been out there.
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Black Geo Metric Necklace
House of Harlow 1960
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Gorgeous gown and got tons of compliments!
This dress was a hit! The fabric is thick and luxurious and the dress looks expensive. I needed the large primarily due to it being tight in the bust (36E/F) which also meant it was a bit long (I am only 5'2" and you'll see it is much longer on me than the model picture). I was unsure about it before I put on the heels, but once I did, it worked great. My husband loved it and even suggested I purchase it. I must have gotten at least 10 compliments on it at the wedding too. The only thing was I wished my dress had the swath of black across the chest like the model pic since I am large there but alas, the abstract print meant it was not to be. Just worth bearing in mind that it will not look exactly as pictured. I am usually a plain jane and stick with basic black but glad I risked it this time.
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Artista Dress
TY-LR
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Strap length not great for shorter torsos.
I wanted to wear this dress so badly. I loved the apple color and the style. The 10 fit me and I could zip it fine but the straps were so long that it was sagging badly at the front and back shoulders. I could have easily taken out 3 inches from the top straps to make it sit snugly--similar to another review I read. Had it not been for that I know I would have loved it. I think taller women will do fine with this but I couldn't make it work without significant alterations.
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Apple Olivia Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Adorable, comfortable, and fun!
I wore this dress to a summer cocktail event. It was SO comfortable and hid all my imperfections. I got several compliments on it. The fabric is silky but thicker. Someone else described it as 'scuba' aka neoprene but I just found it to be a heavyweight lined silk. I am normally a 10 or so in Shoshanna/Milly so was surprised I could wear an 8 in this dress with room to spare. That said, I am an apple body type and those with bigger hips and such may not find that to be the case. I am short and the dress hit perhaps an inch or so above my knee. I was really pleased with the length but tall girls may find it to be a tad short for their taste. I paired with nude patent wedges which tied in great with the lighter colors in the dress. A basic strapless bra worked fine with the lace upper back. Would definitely wear this one again!
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Dark Floral Garden Shift
Cynthia Rowley
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Pretty clutch
Was a tad smaller than I was anticipating but was light and elegant.
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Metallic Twig Leather Clutch
Diane von Furstenberg Handbags
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Comfy and Classy!
Although I'd say true to size, I'd say this dress fits like an 8-10. I have quite a broad rib cage and large bust and it was snug there although it fit everywhere else. I loved that I could just wear a regular bra and the length was excellent for my shorter stature. It's not a super unique dress necessarily but an excellent safe choice if you just want to look pretty and polished.
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Lace Charm Dress
Joie
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Just okay-Probably better for the very slim
I didn't end up wearing this dress. It fit fine, and wasn't 'tight' but was just a clingier fabric. It was very lightweight which will do well for warmer weather but it was lightweight enough that I didn't feel 'tucked in'. My husband preferred a dress I already owned to this one.
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Amur Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
So cute but couldn't make it work!
Was sad that I could not wear this. The size I ordered actually fit everywhere and was so cute except one issue-I am short and have a short torso as well as a large chest. It cut way too low underneath my armpits and left me with exposed side boob. I felt like I would be self conscious all night so I opted for a dress I already have. Boo.
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Black Anchors Jumpsuit
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Bust: 36D+
Danced the Night Away!
I rented this dress for a wedding. I rented both the 8 and the 10. I am busty (34F) and the 8 fit in the body but not in the bust even with a miniminzing bra. This dress does not have as much give as another Shoshanna lace dress I rented so I recommend going up a size if you are very big up top like me. I am only 5'2" so the length was great for me but may be short for taller ladies. It was very comfortable and I would recommend it to others.
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Cypress Lace Shift
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Nice For a More Casual Wedding
I ordered this in a 10 as my backup dress as I had just had a baby. The dress was a little 'worn' as some of the lace had small imperfections but it wasn't noticeable enough to stop me from wearing it. It fit snugly over my post baby body but laid nicely even though I am quite large chested. I liked the dark grey color.
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Hayley Lace Ruched Shift
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs
Too small on chests bigger than DD
I ordered this for a wedding. I had just had a baby so wasn't sure what size I would need. The dress fit fine in the body but even in the size 10 was too tight on my 36F bust. I ended up going with my backup dress instead. I would say it fits true to size overall but is not for overly busty girls.
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Babbet Lace Shift Dress
Tibi
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 136lbs