makini's Reviews
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"baby got back"
This time, the quote actually refers to the brilliant backlessness of the dress (not as Sir Mix-A-Lot originally intended--though that is the reason I couldn't wear the size smaller needed to accommodate my smaller bust). The dress is great, but to my small-chested comrades: either prepare to always be on your best postured behaviour, or flash a lot of ppl (I suggest the former or a different dress). Otherwise, I felt grand and others concurred (even tho only my opinion mattered). Was running late, didn't take a photo, my b.
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Sleek Ponti Split Gown
Nicholas
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Fancy AF
It is heavy, so accept that. And then after I got used to it, it was fine.
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Be Bold Drop Earrings
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Fierce!
I wasn't sold on the dress color in the bathroom light. But at the conference light, it really popped like in most of the other photos. It did take some effort zipping up (the zipper is small the fabric is thick), but it was comfortable and warm; it was professional and a stand-out. It is a bit huggy though, so think about what you eat, if you bloat, or spanks or something, as needed. I would definitely rent it again.
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Red French Collar Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Just Plain Nice!
Comfortable, classy, simple, and it has pockets! Probably works for lots of "body types." I wore this to my mother's graduation (second master's degree!). Paired with a blazer and simple wedges. The pockets are just plain great. Will probably rent again.
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Navy Brush Print Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Saucy but Classy!
I wore this for a conference (2 oral presentations), so I paired it with a blazer. Importantly, I'd have to have paired it with something on top, because the band was too long. Though, I suspect if I was bustier, this wouldn't have been a "problem." Also, FYI to my big-bootied sisters: You have to shimmy a little to get it over the apple bottom. But it's comfortable once it's up and on.
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Paper Cut Jumpsuit
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Standout Look
Overall, loved it and might rent it again. Downside: Longer torso would have been better, the one back strip of fabric is long, even when standing up. So it buckles. Fashion tape, hardcore. Also, high-risk of a peepshow if not cautious or fashion taped...Wearer beware.
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Draped Jumpsuit
Osman
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
nice
Definitely too big for me and my small wrists. I wore it as a forearm cuff. Not sure that was the best look, but I already had it, so.
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Gold Hammered Cuff
AV Max
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Fashion Forward Fun!
Sorry I KEEP forgetting to take a photo of myself! But this was great. Comfortable, up for dancing and eating, and beautiful. Everyone loved it, but most importantly, I loved it.
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Pamela Jumpsuit
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Classy but Cool
Sorry, I forgot to take a photo because I wore it for a conference. I wasn't in the photo-taking frame of mind :P The jumpsuit is thankfully making a comeback. Though the piece is black, it's still different from the usual conference-attire, so I didn't feel like a drone. It was form shaping but not inappropriate and young--a lot of "professional attire" ages you, unless you're actually over 50.
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Felecity Jumpsuit
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Relatively Understated
I liked the skinnier bangles best. They complimented the dress nicely, without being too flashy.
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Smoky Mirror Bangle set
Chamak by Priya Kakkar
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Rich colour and texture
So, I tried this dress once and it was too dressy for the event (hence two different backgrounds...) This time, it was just right, and I've learned better posture :) The only reason this was a 4 not a 5 star (it has pockets!!) is that the boning on the dress the second time was poking out of the fabric and painfully stabbing me. I occasionally had to readjust, so that the boning would stay in. Otherwise the dress was comfortable, and everyone else loved it too (only a bonus; I'm the most important voter in how I look/feel). Oh, and it was warm, for those chilly San Fran nights...
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Sunshine Day Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Unique Print Design
I wore this for a graduation dinner; it isn't too formal, it's a reasonable length, it's fun and summery and while the print is original it still looks classy. It's the kind of thing you can't wear often because it's so memorable but it's so nice and comfortable you want to wear to everything. The top does run large but would probably fit someone bustier.
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Toile Print Skirt
Milly
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Unique Print Design
I wore this for a graduation dinner; it isn't too formal, it's a reasonable length, it's fun and summery and while the print is original it still looks classy. It's the kind of thing you can't wear often because it's so memorable but it's so nice and comfortable you want to wear to everything. The top does run large but would probably fit someone bustier.
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Toile Print Halter Top
Milly
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
perfectly classy
It fit more than I expected, which was a good thing. But it looked small! It was like Mary Poppins' magical bag, but cuter :D
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Black Mesh Glam Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
sparkly
It was way too big for my wrist, but it was pretty. And no one really noticed it was too big.
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Dress Me Up Bracelet
Cara Accessories
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Comfortably Glam
It's not as form fitting as it looks from others' photos. It's so much more comfortable than that, and yet still creates a shape. Also, it's just classically pretty. It's not stretchy. It definitely runs large, particularly in the bust. If you're small, get a bit of padding.
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Sun Goddess Sheath
Vera Wang
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Classy
I wore this to a conference, at which I was giving an oral presentation. The bust is definitely better on someone with a larger chest, but wearing a blazer it was fine on me. Everyone liked the colour blocking which was more interesting than most people's usual conference attire.
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Different Strokes Sheath
Theia
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Little Sparkle Makes a Nice Shine
Small, classy, nice.
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Petite Crystal Tear Earrings
Crislu
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Bright in a Room of Drab
Wore it for a conference. Overall comfortable and warm but does ride up when you sit down and it's pretty annoying/embarrassing to have to pull down your dress hem every time you stand up. Also uncomfortable to get on, but still glad I wore it.
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Palm Springs Print Dress
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Colourful in a Room of Drab
I wore this dress for a conference: It's warm (conferences are always overly air conditioned), it's conservative enough, it's modern enough. It was comfortable to wear and classy. A bit uncomfortable to get on, but otherwise a win.
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George Bernard Shaw Sheath
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
simple and classy
I couldn't zip the top part myself, but otherwise, the dress was very easy to wear. I don't think I looked as good as the model and i didn't feel amazing but I got A LOT of compliments.
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Gold Idol Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D