After kids, I'm rather boxy in the middle which makes finding flattering formal wear very difficult. Since column styles rule the day, there's nowhere to hide your sins. That's what makes this dress amazing! It creates the illusion of a slim waist, the ruffles hide all your bumps so no spanx are needed. It's really comfortable as well. My only complaint is that the shoulders of the dress kept falling down making it kind of an off the shoulder look, but it still worked so all in all a positive.

Black Ruffle High Low Gown

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: 12R

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 2"

Bust: 36D

Super baggy on top, very tight elastic at waist. Im 5'4" so the size of the dress totally overwhlemed me. Didn't end up wearing it and sent back.

Red Cali Shirtdress

Petersyn

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Size Worn: M

Usual Size: 8

I usually order a large in outerwear because slim fitting jackets are usually too tight on my hips. However thos jacket is very roomy i could have easily gotten a medium and possibly a small and still have toom to lauer underneath. Its like wearing a comforter lol!

Long Raglan Jacket

Free People

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Size Worn: L

Usual Size: 0