Despite looking stunning on the model, and in other reviews, unfortunately this dress was not the one for me. I tried it on, but definitely could not have worn it for our formal banquet. It was the correct size (22R), as it zipped all the way up and had the right amount of room in the waist -- but one of the pleats in the front, stuck straight out giving me a very obvious "erection", rather than draping smoothly across the front. I am very large chested, and though there was enough room for my chest, there were no darts, so the dress gaped open on either side of my chest. I'm very happy to have an Unlimited membershp this month before our event, so I can try some other options. Though the cut was very interesting, and would be gorgeous on the right body type, this was a definite "NO!" for me.

Black Sculptural Gown

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: None

Usual Size: 16

Height: 5' 7"

Bust: 38H

I LOVED this dress -- it's EXTREMELY figure-flattering for curvy girls -- I could not have been happier!! I paired the dress with a faux leather jacket, opaque tights and booties, for a fun hospitality night outfit. The ONLY thing I would note is that the black sequin "color block" panels on the sides are pretty sheer -- I was wearing a nude bra and felt that it could be seen through that panel; otherwise my bra was completely covered (and I had great cleavage!). I would definitely recommend wearing this dress with a black bra... otherwise it was perfection and I'd buy it in a heartbeat!!

Evening Glow Dress

Kay Unger

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Size Worn: 20W

Usual Size: 16

Height: 5' 7"

Bust: 38H

I LOVED THE WAY THIS SHIMMERED AND HOW IT LOOKED FROM THE WAIST UP -- I TRULY LOOKED PHENOMENAL!! It was also very comfortable and felt true to size (maybe slightly big in the top/back/straps, but I'm somewhat short-waisted; I could easily wear this all night). The whole thing is lined and I didn't find it to be scratchy on the inside, or in areas where my arms brushed the outsides. Unfortunately from the waist down I looked and felt a teensy bit frumpy... The transition at the waist does not have sparkle (makes sense because of the darts, and the way the shape is created) and I personally felt it drew attention to that area and then continued to draw the eye down; the bottom half is definitely loose/baggy. This was the first time I've ever tried on a one piece romper/jumpsuit. We're going to Vegas and I loved the idea of the black shimmer from head to toe for a date night out to a show! I tried this on and got opinions from my husband, sister, and a friend. We all agreed my top half looked SMOKIN', but it would look more polished and put together with a slightly longer blazer (to cover my butt) -- either a sleek black, or a fun color and/or silhouette! Unfortunately I haven't been able to find the right jacket to compliment it. As much as I love the idea of the ease, comfort, and SPARKLE this piece has to offer, I'm out of time to find the right jacket to pull the look together. Sadly, I don't believe this piece is going to make the trip to Vegas with me -- if I had just a little more time I would definitely put forth the effort to accessorize and make this work!

Esme Jumpsuit

ELOQUII

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Size Worn: 20WR

Usual Size: 16

Height: 5' 7"

Bust: 38H

Loved the look of this dress! My husband had some trouble with the zipper transitioning from the skirt to the top of the dress; the material is very thick, having worked in a dress shop for several years I know this is not uncommon. The materials are beautiful and very good quality-- the skirt has so much sparkle in the pattern! Unfortunately the skirt was extremely short on me -- at least 4 inches (probably closer to 6) above my knees to the point where my shape wear was clearly sticking out underneath. I should've looked more closely, but didn't notice this to be such an issue in other's review photos. Black tights might've helped, but I did not feel comfortable in such a short skirt. I will be returning unworn and will continue looking for another dress for my cocktail party.

Metallic Navy Geo Dress

Hutch

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Size Worn: 18W

Usual Size: 16

Height: 5' 7"

Bust: 38H

Wow -- no wonder this dress is liked and reviewed by so many -- it's BEAUTIFUL! I have about a 38H chest and the bust of the dress fit very well in the size 18 -- I was not quite able to zip the dress as it was a bit tight around my rib cage. Even without fully zipping I could tell the cut was very flattering and the tulle was a lovely, thick material. I was very pleased with how well RTR was able to pack the dress and minimize the amount of wrinkling of the tulle, but I can see how it would wrinkle if traveling. My husband agreed it was a beautiful and very well-made dress; I definitely would've exchanged the dress for a larger size if the blush color hadn't matched my skin tone EXACTLY. I absolutely loved this dress, but sadly the color does not love me.

Kae Dress

nha khanh

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Size Worn: 18W

Usual Size: 16

Height: 5' 7"

Bust: 38H

Being plus sized (18/20) I was pleased this "one size" kimono fit my large chest, broad shoulders, and larger arms; unfortunately that was all that really excited me with this piece (despite loving photos from other reviewers). It has a slit on each side from the bottom hem up to the hip, but even with the open sides I felt it was narrow throughout the body, more "form-fitting" to my curves than a kimono would usually be. My husband liked it (probably because it was more fitted), but in-person, the color was more of an orange-yellow shade of mustard and didn't compliment my skin tone; I also noticed the black piping puckered a bit toward the bottom, but that's nit-picking, and could be this single piece. Overall it's a very pretty kimono and obviously looks great on other women; it just wasn't the one for me -- I'll exchange it for another fun piece for my upcoming trip to Vegas!

Floral Long Kimono

B Collection by Bobeau

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Size Worn: 0

Usual Size: 16

Height: 5' 7"

Bust: 38H