Karen's Reviews
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Elegant and comfortable!
This dress fit just like the picture. Plenty of stretch and definitely sucks you in and hugs in all the right places. Very comfortable all evening. I am normally a size 4 but always size up in this designer. A size 6 fit perfectly, as expected. I would definitely rent this dress again for a cool weather event!.
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Structured Off Shoulder Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Great work dress for Autumn and Winter
Well made with a comfortable fabric that has some give to it. Subtle red, blue and black plaid is perfectly work appropriate. Wore with black tights, tall suede black boots, and a blazer for a pulled together look. I am 5'5" and the dress hits me about an inch above the knee, so it may be a bit short for taller girls who want to wear this to the office. Love it for the flattering fit and comfort!
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Red Plaid Dress
Theory
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Elegant, sexy and comfy!
I wore this to Christmas dinner on a cruise ship. Fits just like the picture. Excellent quality fabric with lots of stretch that also holds its shape well. Sits just off the shoulders nicely. Would rent again.
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Mill Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
A Statement blazer that runs really small.
Beautiful statement blazer. Excellent quality and styling. I own a number of theory blazers in this same size, so I was surprised how small this ran - easily a full size smaller, especially in the back and shoulder area. Unfortunately, I had to send it back before I could even wear it once. It feels rather thick and warm, so may not work well in the warmer months.
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Floral Jacquard Blazer
Theory
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Pretty date night top with a waist flattering cut and on-trend sleeves
Fabric is very good quality but light weight and was a little wrinkled when I unpacked this blouse. The cinched-in waist keeps the blouse from looking bulky. I found it to be a bit low cut if not tied at the neckline. Seems pretty easy to dress up or dress down. I think it will look sharp with white skinnies.
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Navy Peaking Lace Tie Top
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
cute flowy top for Spring
This blouse would be perfect if it wasn't so low cut. It's much lower cut than the picture shows - tough to wear to the office without a cami underneath, but otherwise great overall cut, quality and fit.
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Tiered Floral Top
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Comfortable timeless dress for the office to dinner
The dress fit well - flattering yet professional and conservative for the office. The only thing I didn't like was the shoulder pads. They didn't really add to the look and seemed to give my shoulders more of a narrow crunched-in look. If not for the shoulder pads, I would have kept the dress, as it's a classic look and color.
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Burgundy Draped Sheath
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Well made dress, but didn't fit as well as expected
I liked most aspects of this dress in terms of style, quality, and comfort. However, the one odd thing about this dress is that it made my waistline look bigger, instead of more slimming, which is what one would expect from a fitted black dress. An added strip of fabric running the length of the dress on both sides gives it extra roominess but also gives the illusion of a wider waist (at least for me) because these strips of fabric keep the dress from hugging the waistline too closely. Despite how comfortable the dress was, I sent it back after one wearing. I think this dress would work better for an apple shaped figure. I am more of an hour-glass shape, and it just didn't work well for me.
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Black Fitted Dress
VINCE.
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Wish it wasn't so short!
The dress is true to size but it's just too short, and I'm only 5'5". I wanted to wear it to the office but it seemed inappropriate given the length. Also, the fabric rode up funny in the back when I walked. It's so disappointing because the dress is so cute! I really love the style but had to send it back before I ever wore it.
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Leather Line Speckled Dress
Bailey 44
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Great for a cuban themed gala!
I'm usually a size 4 but so glad I ordered a size 6 for backup. I ended up wearing the 6 because the 4 was too tight in the chest and pulled across my back even though the skirt fit perfectly. There is no stretch in this fabric, so if you have a larger chest, you may want to size up.
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Red Ruffle Halter Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Runs really small!
I ordered a size 4, which is my typical size. It was small thru the shoulders, chest and arms too. Couldn't even wear it. Definitely size up!
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Blue Cardigan Jacket
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute design but fit is strange
Everything about the look of this top is beautiful, and I wanted to love it so badly. Unfortunately, the neck sits up uncomfortably high and also rides up every time I move my arms forward. It almost feels like the top is being worn backwards! Unfortunately, despite how beautiful this top was, I had to send it back after one wear. So bummed!
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Black Layered Top
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute, and flattering, but a little too shrunken!
This jacket runs small - too tight in shoulders and bust - definitely should have sized up. I have worn a number of pieces from this designer, and they are typically true to size - not this one. I wish I had ordered a size 6 instead, so this may go back after one wearing. The quality and style are terrific, but I wish there was some stretch in the fabric.
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Black Shrunken Jacket
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Great for the office - comfortable too!
This dress fit true to size and just like the picture - figure flattering fit and the stretch material on the sides made it super comfortable. I'm 5'5" and the length was perfect - a little above the knee, which I prefer for my petite figure. This is a demure enough dress for the office with it's conservative pattern and crew neck, while still flattering to the figure and not at all frumpy. The back ruffle added just enough flair. I wore the dress with black tights and suede knee high boots. My only complaint is that I noticed the dress would ride up slightly as I walked. This seems to be a problem for me with tighter dresses that are made with a thicker stretch fabric. I may keep this one, as it's a classic.
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Plaid Godet Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Great every day jacket dressed up or down!
Fit is true to size. Nips in waist nicely and sits just at the hip. Very flattering fit all over, particularly for a slender figure. Mid-weight fabric quality is excellent, and the added stretch in the fabric makes it perfectly comfortable. I like the unique pattern - noticeable but not at all too edgy for the office. I may keep it!
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Leopard Printed Blazer
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Eye-catching statement date night / party top!
Like other reviewers mentioned, the fit is pretty tight throughout the body and upper arms. It didn't bother me, but if you don't like the feeling of clothing tight to the body, this highly elasticised top may bother you. I wore it on a date night with my husband with black coated jeans and ankle boots, and I received multiple compliments. I plan to wear it to a birthday party with a leather mini and OTN boots. This top does get noticed. It's unique, classy and modest but sexy since it's so figure flattering.
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Plaid Bell Sleeve Top
Petersyn
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Cozy cold weather sweater
Fits true to size. The mix of blacks, greys, and whites gives a basic sweater a little more visual appeal. Endlessly wearable and much warmer than I expected. This is a pretty thick cold weather sweater. I like that it is longer in the back - looks good with a half tuck into jeans. I really like this sweater more than I expected. Another comment mentioned shedding; this sweater hasn't shed at all for me.
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Grey Cable Sweater
VINCE.
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D
Classic, stylish, versatile, and flattering fit!
Classic black, navy, and burgundy plaid makes this jacket very versatile. Fabric weight is just heavy enough for winter without being bulky, and the added stretch in the fabric makes it super comfortable. Looks equally great dressed up for work or with dark denim skinny jeans. I absolutely LOVE this jacket and will get a lot of use out of it this season!
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Red Plaid Blazer
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34D