Collie's Reviews
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Nice
Wore with the blazer as a suit; pleasantly surprised at the fit of the pants. Worked well for me in length with my "work boots" on.
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Pinstripe Pants
ba&sh
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Yes but...
Love the pattern and the style, but it was very gapping in the neckline and fit ok at the waist (but I think that is due to my shape/proportions). I pinned it, but the drape made that awkward. Retied a few times to keep the drape shape right, no risk of coming undone, just so it laid better. Gorgeous fabric. Maybe if I was wearing just to dinner instead of work first I would have found the right neckline level!
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Trellis Plaid Wrap Dress
VINCE.
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Shell Love It
The subtle pattern on a great spring color made me want to wear this a lot more... it is so unusual! Great as shown with off-white shirt/blouse and blue jeans. The back panel is not lined, but this did not bother me at all since the sides and sleeves were - arms were still easy to get in, it was lighter for the warmer weather.
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Shell Jacquard Blazer
Scotch & Soda
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful Print
Loved this, had a beautiful pattern with gorgeous green. It's like wearing a great black shirt, but with a spring flavor. Worked well in person and on screen for calls. Tucked in for a work look, but cute enough to be versatile for other occasions.
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Drapey Floral Shirt
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Mens Wear that Works
Menswear inspired, more of the boxy take than a curved approach, but it works. Wore as a suit with the pants.
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Rayne Blazer
ba&sh
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Worked, but not for me
Liked the idea of the waistband contrast, but wore a blouse and it didn't matter. If I was slimmer would wear a close-fitted t shirt to contrast with it.
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Whitley Trouser
Reiss
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 34B
Overwhelming
The fit was right but the style overwhelmed me - I wore it with the pants as a suit and tried to make it work, but did not feel confident. Styled with jeans and changed out of it. Felt like it made me look bigger, not like I was wearing an oversized style.
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Whitley Blazer
Reiss
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 34B
Classy Sweatshirt Dress
I ordered this intending to wear it on a WFH day. It is comfortable for sitting long periods (no waistband! no tights needed if not going outside your apartment!) with some seams placed for good styling effect. It does not look like you are wearing a sweatshirt because of the button detail, which makes it classy, and the plain neckline. I could do without the flounce, but was cute styling.
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Camden Sweater Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 34B
Versatile pattern, good cut
The double-breasted style means that wearing the jacket open will makes the style appear more boxy and voluminous, but it works. I rolled up the sleeves to reveal the pinstripe contrast lining and liked that look too. The cut worked for me, and there were lots of colors in the plaid so it worked with many bottoms and tops.
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The Rosedale Blazer
Madewell
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 153lbs
Bust: 34B
LBD with Flair
Fit well, loved the flair to take this LBD out of ho-hum and into woohoo! Pair with black tights if you don't want the lace detail to be as dramatic. Loved the v-neck and easy with a regular bra. Did feel tighter across the chest than I expected, but worked for me.
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Collection Tulip Lace Dress
Draper James
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Frumpy not Cute
I knew I was going for a longer-line and larger-fit jacket, but still looked frumpy on me - to balance this out I think you'd near to pair with leather leggings.
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Etna Blazer
Just Female
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Loved the style but not the fit.
The size that fit well on bottom was too large for me up top - it wasn't just the v-neck, the shoulders needed to be picked up. Did not wear, but loved the style.
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Black Bubble Sleeve Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Will be great material for warm climates and summers in the city!
Netting material was light, and the print was still vibrant. Enjoyed the ruffle, but have to place it with cardigan/blazer so it does not add bulk.
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Floral Side Ruffle Blouse
Fuzzi
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Warm sweater with style
Loved how the sweater hung over the wait without creating bulk. Cool graphic and cut.
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Two Stripe Blanket Sweater
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun but subtle pattern
The color was awesome and the cut was more full in the skirt than I am used to wearing so enjoyed trying.
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Animal Printed Wrap Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Very flattering
This is cut to float away from the tummy area, and the cross-over front tie still adds visual interest and cinch at the waist without it feeling tight or snug on the lower abdomen. Material was like a cotton-stretch that keeps its shape.
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Back Penelope Dress
Lafayette 148 New York
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Bright color fun
cute fit, tuck in, fun color
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Illeana One Shoulder Top
Ramy Brook
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Loved the color and fit
I don't have a defined waist and this gave me one - without a muffin top situation! Flattering cut, felt great in it; fancy and a little demure but still fun with the color.
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Ana Sofia Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Fit was way off for me
Broad in shoulders, then comes in at waist, but the pleat under the waist poofs then the material cuts in again to be tight on butt and thighs, which creates (or enhances) a pouch in exactly the worst area. Cut/fit/draping did not work for me at all.
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Printed Bailey V-Neck Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Great color, good work pants
Appreciated the flexibility of the wide elastic waistband; even worked with blouse tucked in. Was not sure the front-pleat style suited me, but was happy to wear to work a few times and try it out!
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Beekman Pants
Of Mercer
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Sleek, professional, classy.
I did the size 8, not 6, since skirts usually fit me better that way, worked for me.
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Kara Skirt
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Versatility
I have rented this dress on three separate occasions and find it a go-to piece that works for me in in-between climates and in both personal and professional events.
Geranium Floral Wrap Dress
Draper James
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 34B
Graphic and Different!
It was such a fun style to wear, a different take on the office blazer with its bell sleeves and hook & eye closure. I knew it was a bit boxy in the design, so I wore it over slim black jeans tucked into tall black riding boots to balance it out. I loved the graphic print on quality material. Definitely wearing this a few times!!
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Sentido Jacket
Trina Turk
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
great material
I loved wearing this to work over a blouse with dark blue jeans and boots; felt cozy but not sloppy with the sharp graphics, and I liked that it was navy not black. This is a sweater that works both for the office and weekend/casual dress.
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Stripe Open Front Cardigan
525 America
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful material
Loved these jeans - so soft, and the pattern is subtle but very cool. My only issue was that they ran short on me, which didn't really matter since I wore them with tall boots in January. Would order again!
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Python Alana Skinny Jeans
J BRAND
Size Worn: 28
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Cool and edgy
Read the reviews so I ordered a size up, good call. I thought it was very cool and it was not too short in torso for me, but the zipper was super hard to get over the seam. Want to rent for another occasion.
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Soraya Jumpsuit
Solace London
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Flowy and cool
Worked well over a dress for a formal occasion. See it working well over jeans, too! Open drape worked for early fall.
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Black Trench Coat
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Hot
It was too small for me but I thought the cut was awesome. Might try next size up!
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Red Brooklyn Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Classy and special
Fit perfectly, slimmed and skimmed, fancy sleeves made it great for a special event without overdoing it.
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Embroidered Sleeve Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful and versatile
The fit was great for me, and the flounce was just enough to be fun without looking immature. I wore to work with a cardigan (and basic black slip underneath given neckline and wrap style), then to a dinner event in the evening. Tie made it a flattering fit to waist, even on my straight frame, and it still skimmed over midsection. Felt could work very well day to night (e.g. sandals versus heels, etc.). Enjoyed!
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Ikat Wrap Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun and Sophisticated
How awesome are these pleats?! Fancy car wash skirt, super fun to wear, but still sophisticated. I was nervous about how "form fitting" this skirt might be in the tummy area, but I was ok - wore to work with a cardigan over black blouse and to an event afterwards. Thought would be great in fall with black tights, but probably see more impact of the pleats now with bare legs. Enjoyed, may rent again for an occasion.
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Carnival Pleat Skirt
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Work-appropriate drama!
Loved the look, though wish it was a longer style to tuck in more easily. Very cute side buttons. I like cotton, but the wrinkle factor was high, especially when trying to put a coat on to head to the office and realizing my sleeves were going to be a mess by the time I got there. Still, received many compliments and enjoyed it with black slacks for work, might try with jeans for weekend. Dramatic fun!
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Gabby Bell Sleeve Top
Milly
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Wanted to love it, but was not for me
Thought this was a versatile dress that I would wear to work, and a post-work evening out; thought the separates-looking dress was a great style, but the fit did not work for me. Very glad I got the 8 instead of the 6 (thank you other reviewers), but even with the right size the waistband placement was not flattering on me. Tried on two separate times just to make sure, but this did not work out for my straight frame.
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Printed Vines Dress
Proenza Schouler
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
So excited to wear this floral
Close fitting, flatteringly cut bodice and ruching in midsection makes my straight frame look more shapely; agree fit is on the smaller side but it fit me perfectly in this style; lovely-feeling material; like the handkerchief hem and styling. Good for day into night.
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Ruched Navy Floral Dress
Peter Pilotto
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
perfect for early spring
The colors grabbed my attention first - I loved the idea of something floral but not pastel, given time of year. Can wear with tights now, bare legs later, black or white on top, cardigan friendly for the office. Versatile but not vanilla. The cut was unusual, but I really liked the detailing, the flow, and the angled seaming to one side. The other reviews mentioned a wider waist, but I think its just cut kinda straight, which worked well for my frame. Can't wait to wear again!
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Poppy Print Skirt
Jason Wu
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Color for Spring!
This bag is great for every day and work. I can fit my laptop (even in a case) plus accessories, and the usual wallet, key card, work phone, personal phone, lunch, keys, etc. It is stiff and holds its shape; the drop for the handles is perfect for over the shoulder. Might keep this for a while!
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Green Gemini Link Tote
Tory Burch Accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Stars!
Love the star pattern, had good stretch, but still very tight on the legs. Fit fine in waist, but felt the legs could have been a bit more open despite the great stretch. Wasn't quite casual enough or dressy enough for me.
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Park Skinny Jean
Joie
Size Worn: 29
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Black and white with flair!
I enjoyed this top - I love stripes and the sleeves were a fun departure from the basic while still being work appropriate. I felt the sweater was a little clingy to the waist (but that's just because it is slim-fit in style), and the pattern was flattering.
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Striped Ruffle Sleeve Top
Jason Wu
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Love this - a basic in black but with personality!
The fit was perfect, the embroidery lovely, the colors bright but versatile, and the sleeves were fun but still sophisticated. Can't wait to wear again!
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Black Blossom Sweater
kate spade new york
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B
Striking graphic sweater.
It fit like the picture - sleeves slightly long, as intended - and I really liked the look. The material was not soft, but held the shape and kept the colors bold. I also did not notice the pink coloring across the chest in the photo, and thought it might have been the red bleeding onto the white at first, but was clearly part of the design. It worked for my frame to wear over black trousers, with the bottom of the sweater hitting below the waist and then somewhat bloused (instead of straight down).
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Horizontal Stripe Sweater
MSGM
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 163lbs
Bust: 34B