I usually order a 4 and a 6 as a back-up, since designers size differently. This must have been a particularly busy weekend, as this was the only dress I was interested in which was available, but only one was left, a size 4. I spoke with a very helpful stylist who felt that since this dress was a little bigger in the bust (which is usually my problem area) this size 4 would most likely work. Unfortunately, there was not enough room. I could squeeze in with a tighter bra, but the back hooks (closures on the gold lace) pulled and looked unattractive, a real stuffed-sausage look! That said, the dress was very elegant and appropriate. Someone had hemmed it and left the hem in, which would not have been a problem for me, as the resulting length would have been perfect for me, but would have had to be ripped out and steamed flat by someone a couple inches taller. I found that any bra straps showed (ivory, tan or nude), so maybe this versions of the dress had thinner lace than others (but lace was in good shape and didn't look cheap). The dress did not appear to wrinkle much (right out of the box it looked fine), and the black silk may not have had as fine a "hand" as some heavy silks I've seen, but I didn't think it looked cheap. If it would have fit better I would have definitely worn it. I now know to order the 6, I'm sure it would have been perfect. My measurements are 35.5" x 28" x 36". I would have had to wear a light hold high waisted shaper for the size 4 (had the bust worked) but probably would be just fine without one in a size 6. The black silk is heavy enough that it wouldn't show every imperfection as long as the fit is appropriate and not too tight.

Golden Lace Locket Dress

Reem Acra

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Size Worn: None

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 127lbs

Bust: 34C