Alexis's Reviews
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6 reviews
Sparkly, fun, and formal!
I got this dress for a May formal wedding and it was perfect. It obviously is covered in sequins so just know your arms will be brushing against that all night, which is a little uncomfortable but overall not much of an issue. It also runs a little short (at 5’5” it was just above the floor without heels), so if you’re taller keep that in mind. I have a pear shape (size 8/10 in jeans, but a S/M in tops) and the Large fit me well.
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Giovanna Gown
Dress The Population
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 34C
Cute but annoying
This dress was a fun alternative to your classic formal wedding guest dresses, however it came at a price. The gold stars are made of stiff threads that, despite there being a dress lining, poked me all night long. When I was distracted it wasn’t an issue, but sitting at the ceremony, in the car, or at dinner it got very irritating. The dress is also loose on the bottom which is great for feeling relaxed, but was constantly getting stuck under chairs or stepped on (could be a me problem though). Lastly, the bodice of the dress was very tight (but straps are adjustable) and I have a small chest, so if you’re a bit more gifted, beware.
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Aria Star Print Gown
DELFI Collective
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 34C
Fun & Beautiful Dress
I wore this to an early summer wedding and loved it. I wasn't sure how formal the reception would be so I felt this dress could go either way. The fabric is lightweight and fit nicely over my figure, I had no complaints.
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Calla Cowl Neck Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 34C
Formal, But Comfy
I wore this to a black tie wedding and felt great in it, it is a slightly thicker fabric and has stretch to it so it moved with me all night without ever being restrictive. I loved how it had a little more personality than just your typical black gown.
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Kauri Gown
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 34C
Perfect Bold Summer Dress
I went to a "bright & bold black tie" wedding, so was drawn to the color and personality of this dress. I loved how it stood out without being over the top. I ordered both the L (my usual size) and XL as a back up and at the last minute was told the L was unavailable. Luckily, the XL fit perfectly (the L would've been unflattering across the hips/stomach for my pear shape). Fabric was lightweight and has a lot of stretch to it.
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Estella Gown
Nookie
Size Worn: XLR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 34C
Loved the look, but didn't breath.
I wore this dress to a summer wedding with an outdoor ceremony and indoor reception. I loved that it was not your average wedding guest dress, and the Medium fit my pear shape well without being too tight on my hips (the large was less tight in the hips but gaping in the chest). My one complaint is it's pleather with a softer fabric lining on the inside, so when I started to sweat from being outside or from dancing - it did not breath even a little bit, felt like I was inside a ziploc bag.
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Vixen Faux Leather Dress
Katie May
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 34C