Laura's Reviews
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Figure Flattering Dress!
First, you should know I normally wear a size 10, and I wore an 8 in this dress. So it does run big. It is oh-so-figure flattering. My husband was absolutely smitten with me in it. And I got tons of compliments. I wore it to a fashion luncheon, and the dress was a hit! My husband and I travel to Palm Springs for little getaways, and the next time we go, I have to rent this dress again. It's wonderful resort wear!
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Hibiscus Flippy Dress
Proenza Schouler
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Just the Right Amount of Sparkle
It's so much more lightweight than you would expect. Comfortable to wear, it does have a tendency to want to flip. So you want to check on it throughout your day and adjust as needed. There is some sparkle and shine to it, but it's not over-the-top, so you can wear this during the day without coming off too much like a show-off.
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Dune Dust Necklace
Alexis Bittar
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Just Fun!
I rented this for the fun of it and wore it to work on casual Friday. It's super comfortable, but built for tall girls only. I'm 5'3" and wore my highest heels, and it still was too long. But I enjoyed it and I'm glad I had fun with it. The colors are gorgeous!
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Dubai Desert Maxi
Tibi
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Garden Fantasy Classy
So classy, but a bit roomy in torso - and this is coming from a DD girl. I went up a size for my back up but I wish I had gone done one size. Flattering on an hourglass figure.
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English Garden Sheath
Lela Rose
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
I Didn't Want to Send it Back!
I fell in love with this dress so much that I am on a mission to own it. The fabric is silky soft. The cut flatters the shoulders. The front does open. So you'll either want to wear fashion tape or wear a bustier beneath (as I did) and let it do a little peek-a-boo. This dress is bold! Only a confident woman can get away with this one. It's sexy, but classy; and it's especially flattering on a curvy figure. My best advice when wearing this dress: HAVE FUN!
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Time to Pounce Dress
Parker
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Comfy LBD
While I wore this dress to a formal event, it was an event where I was actually working. So not only was I looking for something appropriate for the affair, I was also looking for something comfortable. And this dress nailed it! It felt like I was wearing a T-shirt and it's very figure flattering. I chose a size smaller than usual as my back up dress, and had it been a date night, I would have chosen to wear the smaller size version. This dress is sexier when fitted. However, for what I was doing that night (running in heels and working it), I stayed with the roomier larger size dress and I'm glad I did. Like I said, it felt like I was wearing a T-shirt dress... but with pockets! Which is exactly what I needed for my job that night. The dress can come off boring when it arrives on the hanger, but add some snazzy heels and a statement-making necklace, and you've got an interesting look for your soiree.
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Guilty As Charged Dress
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Perfect for LBDs
With varying strand lengths and a twisted up design, this faux pearl necklace is anything but traditional. Because of its interesting style, there's something a little punk rock about the necklace, but it remains very appropriate and elegant. It added a wonderful touch to my little black dress, which I also rented for the night.
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Dress Me Up Necklace
RJ Graziano
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Great Statement-Making Bracelet
Substantial, but not heavy, this gold tone, chunky chain bracelet is very fashion forward and oh-so-fun. It feels good to the touch, too. You won't be able to not fidget with it. Very bold and very funky, you'll have fun wearing this one.
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Gold Chain Effect Bracelet
RJ Graziano
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Knock 'Em Dead
I love this dress so much, I want to own it! I wore it to celebrate my birthday and it totally added something special to my day. If you already have an hourglass figure, then your body will feel at home in this little number. But if you are anything but hourglass, this dress is cut in such a way that you will appear hourglass. For me, it required a little fashion tape at the cleavage, but otherwise, it's the perfect dress to be the center of attention.
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Fifth Avenue Showstopper Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
A Bit of a Risk
Figure flattering? Yes. Especially if you're hourglass like I am. However, be careful. In a photo, the dress looks great. But in person, it can come off a little hostess/server/maid-like if not styled correctly. I couldn't help but wonder if I should be holding a silver platter with a load of champagne glasses on it. So punch up the look with color and sparkle, if you can. Or someone may be asking you when the hors d'oeuvres are due to arrive.
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Aubrey Wrap Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Dancing Queen
The lightness and flow of the design made me feel like a dancing queen. It's definitely a twirl-worthy dress. Plus the gold pin stripes add a nice disco effect. And it was comfy. It's definitely a favorite. I normally wear a 10, but the 8 fit a lot better.
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Golden Lurex Flutter Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
I LOVED this dress! It is definitely meant for girls with curves. It complemented my bust and hips while giving me a waist. But I wouldn't recommend it for thin types with a small bust. You definitely need something to fill this dress out adequately. But I am now totally in love with Shoshanna dresses!
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I LOVED this dress! It is definitely meant for girls with curves. It complemented my bust and hips while giving me a waist. But I wouldn't recommend it for thin types with a small bust. You definitely need something to fill this dress out adequately. But I am now totally in love with Shoshanna dresses!
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Vicious Venom Dress
Shoshanna
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
I agree with the reviewer Mary about this dress being cut for a taller woman with a smaller bust. I am a curvy, petite, Latina woman. I felt like the dress did not hang well along my curves (bust and derrière). However, the construction is impeccable and the print is stunning. I still got a lot of compliments, but I now know to be hesitant with this brand.
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Multi Night Fever Dress
HALSTON
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs