Esther's Reviews
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Cute concept, but only okay
Loved the color and embellishments on this one. The cutouts go pretty far down the chest, so I needed a tank under to keep my bra from showing through. Comfy and roomy, but not much shape. Hits just above knees.
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Venus Dress
Area Stars
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30B
Looked like an old-fashioned nurse
Fit on this was good, and shape was flattering. I just couldn't unsee how much I looked like a nurse in an old-fashioned uniform.
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White Short Sleeve Day Dress
Polo Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30B
Just awful
These shorts are just terrible. Elastic waistband creates unattractive front pooch, and silky material rides up with every step. Skip these.
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Printed Shorts
Louna
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Awkward one-shoulder look
I was excited for this based on other reviews, but just found the top awkward. It looked like a long sleeved dress that someone took scissors to, and sliced off one arm. Fit was TTS. Just not for me.
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Floral One Shoulder Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Fun summer top
This was out of my comfort zone, but I was super happy I took a chance on it. I wore it with high waisted jeans, so stomach only showed a bit. Back is open, so you can't wear a regular bra with it, but fabric is substantial enough to provide coverage in front. Wore it for lunch and bar crawl along river walk on a perfect early summer day.
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Open Back Crop Top
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Cute lines and lovely fabric, but size down
Didn't end up wearing this one because just too big everywhere.
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Lines of Pink Dress
RED Valentino
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Classic sheath with a little extra style
Size down for this one. I'm usually a 2, and the 0 fit perfectly. Fitted on the top with pretty scalloped edges on sleeves and hem. Skirt a little on the short side, but great if you want to show off your legs. Got compliments from two different strangers walking down the sidewalk, which is always a good sign.
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Beekman Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect understated statement
I loved everything about this top. I wore it with black pants to a memorial gathering and a swanky ladies' lunch and with black jeans to work. One of my all time favorites.
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Juliette Top
Hofmann Copenhagen
Size Worn: 34
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Smocking is flattering and easy to wear
Great summer dress. Smocking on top is very flattering, yet forgiving. Colors are lovely. Looked fab with a denim jacket for a cool evening
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Biarritz Smocked Midi Dress
Sea New York
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Very special dress
This is just an amazing dress. I wore it out with my husband for our anniversary and again to a swanky restaurant with friends. Pattern and colors are subtle and classy. Fit is a little snug on the hips (size up if you've got a booty), but so flattering. Loved this one!
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Isa Scallop Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Meh
This piece is just pretty blah. Length is medium, colors are medium, fit is fine. Just okay.
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Burgundy Striped Sweater Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Great fall blouse
Veronica Beard comes through again with this great fall blouse. Shape is very flattering and pairs well with jeans or slacks. Wore it for a casual couple's evening and again for work.
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Isabel Plaid Top
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Oddly long sleeves
I loved the color of this sweater and definitely warm enough to be outside on a tall day without an extra coat. It is described as oversized, but the body was actually quite fitted. However, the sleeves were looong. I had to roll them up, and they just ended up being awkward.
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Spice Oversized Sweater
Victoria Victoria Beckham
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Looooong
Great fit, but way too long for me. I think you'd need to be 5'8" or taller to make this work.
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Island Stripe Vanessa Maxi
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Don't pass this shirt by
Rent this top! I took a chance after reading so many positive reviews and I'm so glad I did. I wore a t-back tank underneath. Tons of compliments!
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Apron Halter Top
Rosetta Getty
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
So much wrong with these pants
Great fit in the back. The front? Just wrong. The crossover buckle created a huge pooch in the front. I actually laughed out loud at how bad they looked. Didn't wear.
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Aphraa Pants
Ted Baker
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Classic fall sweater
Easy to wear cream colored fall sweater. Great with jeans or wide leg trousers.
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Cream Puff Sleeve Sweater
Adam Lippes x RTR
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Cute blouse for work
I thought this was just ok, but got a ton of compliments at work. I felt a little clownish with the collar and billowing sleeves, but everyone loved it. Go figure!
Bloom Organza Top
kate spade new york
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Solid work dress with plenty of room on top
This was a nice, if not very exciting, dress for work. The waist was fitted, which was very flattering. The top had some extra room, so would work especially well if you've got a larger chest.
Floral Printed Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Casual wide leg crop runs BIG
Loved the color and look of this crop. Just bigger than I wanted. Wore my regular jean size, but could have definitely gone down one and still gotten the relaxed look without the baggy butt look, which is where I ended up at the end of the day :(
Tularosa Emery Jeans
Citizens of Humanity
Size Worn: 26R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Great pattern, but not forgiving fit
I loved this dress and got lots of compliments. Wore it with brown tights and riding boots. The pattern has a subtle botanical print with pops of greens and purples. My only caveat is that the fabric is a thin, stretchy knit. You have to love your waistline (or your shapewear) to love this dress, because it is not keeping any secrets.
Multi Green Floral Dress
See by Chloé
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
So fantastic, but so impractical that I couldn't wear it
This piece is just as fantastic as you think it could be. BUT...you will need an entourage to go to the bathroom. There is a hook & eye, an external zipper, AND an internal zipper for the bodice that is impossible to reach. Only an acrobat could get herself in and out of this jumpsuit. If you have a friend who promises to go with you to the bathroom every time, and promises to stay sober because that zipper is tricky, and you are taller than 5'8", then you will rock this.
Black Overlay Jumpsuit
HALSTON
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Arms too short and elastic uncomfortably tight
I was so excited when this top was finally available, but I was disappointed. The whole blouse runs a little small, but I could have made it work except the arms were short and the elastic at the wrists was ridiculously tight. Didn't wear it.
White Victorian Top
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect dressy black top
The fit on this top is just perfect. The way it cuts in on the shoulders was very flattering and the body actually made me look like I had some curves. I paired it with dark jeans and fun heels for a couple's night out. Loved it!
Lauren Top
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Fun vacation dress
I wore this out to dinner on a vacation in Mexico. The embroidery reminded me of some of the designs we saw on tiles and pottery there. The stretchy fabric was slimming, but forgiving. Only complaints were that I couldn't lift my arms up and the top kept rolling over a little.
Nicolette Dress
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Fun everyday sweater
I liked the color and design of this sweater. It was also super soft. A little on the short side, which kept it from being a five star for me.
Baly Bis Heart Sweater
Zadig & Voltaire
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Wish I could give it 4.5 stars
At first, I was skeptical about this dress. The fabric reminded me of a bathrobe. It is a shiny black with a textured background and floral pattern. But the fit was great and I liked it more and more as the day went on. I wore it with black tights and heeled boots. Got a lot of compliments.
Noha Floral Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Oddly tight in upper arms
This blouse is very light and flowing, but it is weirdly tight around the biceps. I don't have very big arms, but it was noticeable for me. I was pleasantly surprised to find that it was navy (other pics made it look black). I wore with dark jeans, but would look nice with navy slacks or white jeans. Fine piece for work, but nothing special.
Blue Geo Printed Tie Top
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Need to be TALL for this one
I didn't end up wearing this because the top was just huge. You would need to be at least 5' 8" to make this work. Disappointing because the cutouts were in just the right spot and the pattern was very pretty.
Blush Noir Maxi
ba&sh
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Adorable knit dress
Loved this dress. The fit was perfect. The top is a lighter, ribbed knit, while the bottom was a little thicker. The waist hit at just the right place. Got tons of compliments.
Multi Print Maglia Dress
RED Valentino
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Conservative, but pretty
Great dress for conservative work environment or special event. I loved the soft pink in the print. It was a little roomy through the waist and hips for me. Also, fabric not at all breathable, so if you run hot, you might think twice.
Night Rose Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Nice work blouse
Fit was true to size and lovely print. I wore w navy pants and wedge heels for work.
Flair Flora Ruffle Neck Blouse
kate spade new york
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Great craftsmanship
This dress is beautifully constructed. The geometric pattern lines up perfectly and the fabric is gorgeous. Not a 5 star for me though. A little too roomy through the hips which made it feel shapeless.
Geometric Block Shift Dress
Marni
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Classic work dress with a little color
As one of my 5th graders said, "I love your dress. It has a little pop of color!" Heavy fabric, and sleeveless, so I wore with a yellow sweater. The 4 was a little roomy through the waist and hips for me, but comfortable.
Rainbow Tweed Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Just ok
This shirt was fine, but nothing special. I wore it for work with dark pants and flats. Fabric is light with a crepe paper texture. The sleeves felt a little short.
Collarless Bell Sleeve Blouse
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect black sweater
I wish I could have purchased this. It's just the perfect black sweater. Puffy sleeves dress it up a little and body fits perfectly. I wore it with dark jeans during the day and with jacquard pants to the theater. Loved it!
Knit Puff Sleeve Sweater
Co
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
LOVE this sweater!
This sweater was really easy to wear. I loved the colors; navy is my favorite and the purple and orange are nice contrasts. I wore it with high-waisted jeans (the sweater is a bit short), and wished I had some wide leg navy or camel colored trousers to pair it with too.
Stripe Dolman Sweater
Marni
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Classic navy blazer, sleeves a little short
This navy blazer fit well and is a classic look for work. It ran a little small, especially the length of the sleeves. Would try again in the next size up, especially if I could get the pants at the same time to make the suit.
Stretch Wool One Button Jacket
Emporio Armani
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Great fit, but not that special
The fit on this top was perfect. I wore it out twice, once to a friend's party at a brewery and then to a dinner party. Paired with dark jeans and black booties. Liked the sleeves and the high neck for a cold night. It just wasn't that special or noticeable to earn 5 stars.
Black Hostess Top
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Great fit, not really white on top
This was a fun dress to wear for work. I put a long sleeve black tee underneath since the weather was cold and wore it w black tights and boots. I didn't want to cover the back w a sweater or jacket. Got lots of compliments. It fit true to size, but a bit tight on top. Wouldn't be great if you're busty. Also, all the pics make the dress look white on top, but it's really more of a grey color (at least mine was). I added a piece of paper to the pic as a color comparison.
Shape Shift Colorblock Dress
KAUFMANFRANCO
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D