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13 reviews
Cute but huge.
I'm a m-l, and I needed a xs to pull this off :(
Navy Toggle Coat
Joie
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 5
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34DD
Well made, flattering, basic LBD.
Full disclosure, I'm still debating whether or not to buy this dress. It's a comfortable, forgiving, wardrobe staple that stays flattering even with an oversized fit. The ONLY reason I'm debating, is that the shoulders are cut a little narrow. It's not seriously restrictive, but generally I'd go up a size for a little more shoulder room, however, the dress itself runs pretty big. If the shoulders weren't an issue, I'd be sending back to try a medium, no doubt.
Black High Low Shift
Fifteen Twenty
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Glam Cruella de Vil
I can't even pinpoint for certain why I really like this coat...the oversized shape, the slender arms, the drama? Regardless, I do really like it and plan to rent it again. Definitely give it a try on. Size down two sizes.
Talfer Coat
Universal Standard
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Bought it!
Word is that E&J runs super small, but this dress definitely does not. Well made, versatile LBD.
Black Claudia Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Beautiful coat!
This red coat is striking! I wore this coat to work today and got multiple compliments. It does indeed run large by at least one, if not one two sizes.
Cacoon Coat
J.Crew
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Great in theory
Not so great on. The sleeves are batwing-ish, which would be fine, if the the whole thing was longer. Any significant bust will significantly shorten the front drape...making the silhouette squat and unflattering. Fabric is also surprisingly thin.
Eleven Eleven Cardigan
BB Dakota
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Staple
Beautiful, albeit some what shapeless. Accessories will be key!
Fine Gauge Stretch Merino Dress
VINCE.
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Perfect for the stomach conscious!
This piece feels great once you get everything adjusted. Unfortunately, it was too big all over (esp. chest), but sizing down would've made it too tight in undesirable areas. Seriously though, this is a great dress that everyone should try on...it's pretty magical.
Black Serenity Sheath
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Such a beautiful dress
Cannot say enough about the material. The dress I received was moderately worn, with a little bodice boning poking out. The zipper is unreal...I was by myself trying this on and almost cried trying to get it off. All that aside...I still wanted to buy it. It's that uniquely beautiful! The 10 was clearly too big, and sadly, even the better fitting 8 just didn't look good on me, but that may be more of a reflection of my own body issues vs. reality.
Garden Lace Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Cute, but stretched out.
Great color and fun cut--- I've been excited to try a H.L. dress. Unfortunately, the one I received was pretty stretched out on top...and I'm a 36D! I almost never wear tight clothes, but with a great pair of Spanx, I'd consider leaving the house in this dress. Strangely, although it was tight, I think I might've needed a smaller size. If you look closely, you can see ripples of extra fabric at my waist. Could just be this particular dress is a little stretched out all over though.
Orange Square Neck Pencil Sheath
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 5
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Beautiful color.
Oversized--I should've gone with a medium.
Wine Cowl Neck Sweater
Josie Natori
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36DD
Maybe it's me, not the jacket?
This jacket is gorgeous! It arrived brand new with tags, and looked (on the hanger) exactly as pictured. I love the details: the quilting at the shoulders, minimal metal, clean lines. I have a high waist but long torso, with a fairy large chest. I'm not the biggest fan of the cropped, "big chest in a tiny coat-look," so I was glad to see that this jacket truly was long enough. The fit though. Maybe it's me? I love the oversized look, but this jacket isn't structured enough to look good (on me) as an oversized piece. It kinda just looks like I'm wearing my boyfriend's jacket (and not in a cute, intentional way). It was hard to capture the issue in a picture; in this one, I'm holding all the extra, empty jacket to one side. Hopefully I just need a smaller size!
Long Black Leather Jacket
Samantha Sipos
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36DD
Unique and Comfortable
Really love this. It can be worn open or, as I prefer, closed, because then you could be wearing an old tank top and you'd still look ready for work. I paired with ankle-length black jeans and clogs. The pockets are icing...may have to buy this one.
Knit Turtleneck Cardigan
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 36D