Okay, the 10 was a smidge big on me (I was trying to lose weight for this event, just didn't think I could pull it off!) but I wouldn't have been able to breathe in an 8...only a bit big in the bust area though and there was an extra strap on the inside just below the bust that helped me from having a wardrobe malfunction. My only (very small) complaint was that the silicone tape that lined the top of the bust was visible because it protruded out instead of in. But I got so many compliments on the dress all night, that I forgot all about it! This was for an event with a bunch of bigwigs that I didn't know so at first I was super nervous but this dress made me feel like a million bucks!!

Royal Treatment Gown

ML Monique Lhuillier

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Size Worn: 10L

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 5"

Bust: 34B

A beautiful gown, even though I didn't wear it for the event (it was my backup) but it was amazing and well made

The only issue that I had with this dress is that I should have ordered the 8, it runs large, especially in the bust area: it was a bit too big for me and I spent a lot of time adjusting the straps and I kept tripping, even with 4-inch heels. But it was soooo gorgeous and I received a ton of compliments all night!

In a Bind Gown

Carlos Miele

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Size Worn: 42R

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 5"

Bust: 34B

This was a great glam purse, but there was a little wear if you looked up close. Otherwise, it held everything I needed quite well...

This dress stood out at the military ball! I felt amazing, the fabric is very stretchy, easy to move around in, and forgiving in the midriff area. I had so many compliments all night. I wore the 10L thinking it would give me more length...too much length! I lost more weight than I thought and should have worn the 8L (which also fit) but I chickened out at the last minute...

Your Royal Highness Gown

David Meister

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Size Worn: 10L

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 5"

Bust: 34B

I wore this to a military ball and received a ton of compliments all evening! The only (slightly) negative thing I had to say about this dress was that the Long size wasn't available and you could see my toes (just a little bit though)...