Kara's Reviews
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13 reviews
Fun & flirty, good for a night out
True to size; low cut but has a front snap
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Vivi Dress
Parker
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Great color, runs a little big
I love the color and easy breezy nature of the dress. I found it to be a bit too big through the arm holes and chest which makes me think it may fit better on a larger chested woman.
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Reef Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Nice blouse for work and work-to-evening
Flattering fit, true to size. The fabric is Only Hearts-like. The one-shouldered design flair works under blazers as long as they're not too lightweight.
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Floral Side Ruffle Blouse
Fuzzi
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Fantastic for work
This is my first ever jumpsuit, and what a success! Fantastic for work and travel since it doesn't wrinkle. Flattering neckline that is not too low cut for work.
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Black Pinstripe Jumpsuit
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Striking mix of patterns
As others have said, this blouse runs a little large in the top, especially under the arms. I would order down a size if I ordered again. I did not wear it, more because I realized the colors and patterns which are really unusual and striking, are not really flattering for my coloring. I would like this made into something in my home decor instead!
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Sedona Top
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Cute and crisp
The blouse fit well but required a safety pin for the neckline. I felt I had to tie the pieces in the front in a knot as shown in my photo which sort of makes them look like a bow and makes the shirt more cute than sophisticated. When I simply crossed the two pieces like the photo of the model, they loosened up when I sat down or moved around. I enjoyed wearing the blouse twice, but it was a little high maintenance for me.
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Taffy Waist Tie Top
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Colorful for summer
I loved this dress, but my usual size S did not work for me because the top is long and made the waistline hit well lower than seemed natural and the V was too low as well. The fabric (light knit), colors and design are beautiful, so I am going to try again in an XS (0-2) which I usually would never, ever think would fit me. I am short waisted, so for a long torso-ed person, you may be able to wear this in your normal size.
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Stripe Surplice Dress
Milly
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Sleek and flattering maxi
The high waistline is flattering and the neckline is easy to wear (i.e., not too low cut like many others), and the length was right with medium wedge heels. I did not wear this dress because I am not 100% comfortable in maxi's and it's the rare exception that makes me feel differently, but I would recommend it to somebody else who is.
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Blue Athena Maxi
Leota
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
A great dress to wear to the Royal Ballet on a trip to London.
Really cute dress, and the fit was spot on. The high fitted waistline does not give so probably best for those who are more narrow through the waist. The fabric (which I loved) makes this dress most appropriate for a cultural event or big night out, not so much for every day.
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Blue Watercolor Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Beautiful print & unique style
The blouse is snug just under the arms (and I have a narrow rib cage) but not through the waist. The shorter side of the asymmetrical blouse is still long enough to not show skin with mid rise pants. I loved the style and the print - definitely a winner.
Black Jungle Flower Top
Jason Wu Collection
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Not quite for me
The blouse probably fit as intended but the loose structure and bulky fabric texture reminded me a little too much of pajamas, so I did not wear it. It's also quite sheer.
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Ruffled Ava Top
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Jazzed up a low key night out
I have always thought maxi dresses were not for me, but this DVF wrap maxi expanded my horizons. It's super comfy, flattering and not-trying-too-hard sexy. I was surprised the print was navy and pink (I thought it was more black/grey from the photos), but I loved it. At 5'4-and-a-half and wearing pretty high wedge heels, the hem was brushing the ground which was totally fine but I could not have worn it with lower heels. I consider the low cut appropriate for evening but not daytime; it would need some help to make it appropriate for the office.
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Elisha Maxi
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B
Great for a low key night out
Love the beautiful print. The blouse runs short (even on my short torso) and works best with higher waisted pants. The neckline is a little low cut but the snap helps. The fluttery sleeves and wrap style are flattering. Definitely recommend if you're okay with the shorter length.
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Floral Kory Faux Wrap Top
Parker
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 32B