Katy's Reviews
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Good pockets but thick/poofy fabric
I wore this at a conference, but because the hips stuck out on me, I wore it with a jacket. I also tucked in the neckline because the upper bust also seemed poofy. I think it would work better for someone with a different hip to waist ratio - my waist is generally a size larger than my hips, so if you're the other way around, with same size hip as waist or hips a size larger, this should be more flattering on you.
Denim Jacquard Boat Dress
CeCe
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Dramatic and fun
Even though it triggers my "big shoulders" insecurity, it's really cute and comfortable. I wore a tan tank top as a base later, and you can cocoon the sleeves out or tuck them back. I wore this to a conference reception that was in a very warm room, and it was comfortable in the heat.
Vivan Top
A.L.C.
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
I'm on a boat!
Very comfy, very nautical and awesome, excellent pockets, and sorry I didn't get a full length photo, but it was also very short on me. I wore it several times, by itself at home and in casual situations, with leggings on a boat / marina day. Soft, stretchy material with big, loose cuffs. I will definitely rent again bc I love "being on a boat," even if it's on land.
Whitney Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Super comfortable
Very flattering fit, can wear a strapless bra. It does eventually stretch a bit after the fabric warms up, including the straps, but everyone loved this dress on me.
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Crochet Knit Maxi Dress
Maje
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Short with huge, beautiful sleeves
Don't bend over in this dress, you will flash everyone. Couldn't wear it with a bra, but the bodice is structured and it holds you in place, while the skirt is very roomy.
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Elle Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Lightweight and comfortable
The shoulders kind of puff out, which I don't love because I think my shoulders are already pretty wide, but I wore it for WFH a few times and it was really comfortable.
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Destiny Dress
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Flattering and comfy
I wrote this to a few work meetings, and it was very comfortable and easy to dress up or down. A little stretch to it, but the waist is structured and the dress retains its shape.
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Knit Mini Dress
Donna Morgan
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Cuter than expected
The cotton fabric is pretty stiff, especially straight from the dry cleaner, but the cut is very flattering. I wrote it to two separate work events and had tons of compliments.
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James Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Loved it
You can't wear a bra with this dress, but the back ties in such a way that it provides support, which is rare for me. Super cute spring/summer maxi.
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Carmela Dress
MISA Los Angeles
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Fluffy and feminine
Looks amazing with a tan. The skirt stays poofed out, the external sheet fabric is a little stiff. Ideal spring picnic dress. It's lined with cotton, but the outside doesn't breathe, so not great for a super hot sweaty day.
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Ramie Maxi Dress
Marchesa Rosa
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Very short length and wide hips
Very cute, but I should have sized down one or two sizes. Too short for work, but great for WFH!
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Lola Mini Dress
Soleil Soleil
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Would be perfect with adjustable straps!
The straps are very long. I ordered in L and had to rig it up with a safety pin. Them I ordered a M and it was still kinda droopy in the front. The L was most comfortable, so if I were to buy it, I would definitely make a way to shorten the straps. Even my MIL really liked it on me.
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Bethie Scarf Printed Dress
Ronny Kobo
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful, comfortable, chic
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Dark Floral Halter Dress
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Super cute
Too much boobs and too short for work events without a camisole and tights, but very cute for social events.
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Floral Printed Mini Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute for work events
No stretch wrap dress, very comfortable, but I had to safety pin the neckline to keep it from gaping. I wore it to a work conference, a client meeting, and a board meeting.
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Dotted Forest Teal Mini Wrap Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Chic and comfortable
Very comfortable, lots of flattering ruching, good length on sleeves.
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Sheska Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Comfy
Very comfortable, and I wore it to a work conference, a day of travel, and a day in the office. I really liked this one.
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Mini Sweater Dress
Ronny Kobo x RTR
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
No stretch at all, very cute
Super cute, no stretch. I wore it to a board cocktail party with fleece tights and knee high boots, and I was very warm. Short for tall ladies, but a great blend of casual and structured.
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Veda Denim Dress
Levi's
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Super elegant
I wore this dress to a formal tea party and to my work holiday party. It was perfect for both. No pockets but that was my only complaint.
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Karla Strapless Dress
HVN
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34C
Runs large
I wore this on a weekend on a work trip (non-work day) in August in NYC, and it was much bigger than expected. The fabric is pretty thick, and while it wasn't hot and wouldn't show sweat through it, I felt like it made me look ... wide in real life. Great pockets, though. Next time I would size way down or pass.
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Floral Smocked Dress
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute and clingy mesh dress with short lining
I wore this for a WFH zoom day, and my husband really liked it, so it was probably pretty flattering. Very form-fitting, and the lining is pretty short. Incredibly comfortable, and you could also wear tights and real shoes to make it more conservative. California business casual on top, party on the bottom. It's not a color that I normally choose, but it was nice variety.
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Floral Mesh Dress
Saunders x RTR
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 173lbs
Bust: 34C
Super soft fabric, nice pockets
This dress was super flattering - not sure why I only got a picture seated, but if was perfectly sized for 34/36C, and the pockets were amazingly large. The fabric is VERY soft and silky - what a dream. Wore it with a sweater-blazer for WFH zoom day, and also around town for errands.
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Floral Print Satin Midi Dress
Aidan AIDAN MATTOX
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Runs large, bra impossible
This was cute for around the house, but I couldn't have worn it out. The top was very large for the size, and I had to cinch it closed much more than was flattering from the back. I could not wear any of my bras with it, and I always find that to be uncomfortable in public without some serious built-in support.
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Broomstick Pleated Dress
Proenza Schouler White Label
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Huge pockets, cute bohemian style dress
I wore this at home and on a plane, and it was incredibly comfortable and easy to move in. Recommended for everyday wear or summer / park events. Fit was true to size.
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Resort Selene Dress
Marine Layer
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 34C
Comfy with cute, confusing straps
Cross back straps mean a slightly confusing time getting into this one, but it was so cute and comfortable. No pockets. This type of bust always challenges me, too - put the seam actually under the chest, and there is very little coverage. To wear outside, I had to have the bust seams kind of diagonal across my chest. That's actually the only thing that kept me from buying it.
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Layton Slip Dress
Madewell
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34C
Very comfortable, a bit short if you're tall
Easy to wear, but short enough that I needed tights for work. Cute and comfortable, but no pockets. The tie is attached at one side, and there is nothing on the opposite side to hold it to the waistline, so it dipped down on me during the day, but that was my only minor issue with it. I would definitely rent this again.
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Mila Dress
Marie Oliver
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Very soft and comfortable
Silky feel, lightweight, and comfortable. The buttons on the front are kind of weird, and I ended up buttoning the front placket backwards to hide them - it seemed like the only way to close it without tugging in a cross-ways direction... Just kinda weird. Overall loved it, very flattering and comfortable.
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Pink Multi Wrap Dress
Donna Morgan
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Very comfortable dress with pockets
I really liked this one. I wore it to patio happy hour and another day with a 3/4 length cardigan sweater to fly cross country. Excellent pockets.
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Donna Midi Dress
Sea New York
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 34C
Very cute, but too much cleavage for mother in law's house
Very comfortable, but if you have c-cup or larger, the cutouts in the front are pretty revealing. Perfect for brunch, but I couldn't wear it to the BBQ at my mother in laws house that I had planned to. Just FYI, because they aren't very noticeable on the model!
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Tessa Dress
Madewell
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute and comfortable, but not terribly flattering
I wore this to work with a navy blue cardigan, and I loved the fabric and found it very comfortable, but the top was definitely not flattering on me. I'm not going to wear it again, although I LOVE the fabric print. Perfect colors.
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Floral Smocked Waist Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Get the Long if you're over 5'6"
True to size, but I'm 5'9" and the dress came only to my ankles. Flattering fit, but I should have gotten the long!
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Red Tempted By You Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
You need a stellar back for this one
This dress was really cute, but I have some back fat that was sooooo ugly in this dress. It highlighted the terrible-ness. Either wear it with a jacket, or don't have back fat. I ended up wearing a different dress for my party.
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Red Mark Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Too small for my ribcage/chest
This is a gorgeous dress, and I wish I could have worn it. It was just very small around the ribcage and chest, and I was nowhere near being able to zip up the 12. For those of smaller rib, I would highly recommend.
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Gabi Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Voluminous ivory gown
I didn't end up wearing this dress for my engagement photo shoot because it was not super flattering, and the bodice and skirt were somehow two pretty different shades of ivory, which unfortunately made the bodice look dirty. The bodice is very structured, it felt like my body had to change to fit the the dress's shape instead of the dress adjusting to my shape. And sadly, the shape was sort of barrel-ish on me. I looked very round and fluffy.
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Say I Do Tulle Gown
Theia
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36C