Shelley's Reviews
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8 reviews
Too tight, awkward slit
The slit of the dress is exactly in the middle of the dress, not on the side. This made the dress very susceptible to wardrobe malfunctions (accidental flashing), so I opted not to wear it. It was also a bit tight, and better suited for a night out than a cocktail dress code for a wedding.
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Rubini Dress
Iro
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36C
Beautiful, flattering dress!
This dress was comfortable and flattering. I got so many compliments that night!
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Noa Satin Slip Dress
Sea New York
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36C
Wrong shape for my body
The fabric is very stiff, like leather, so if your body isn't the exact same silhouette of the dress, there will be some awkward shapes. Very sexy dress, just not the right shape for me! I ended up wearing a different dress.
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Harris Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36C
Complements all night long!
This is a gorgeous dress, but you definitely cannot wear a bra with it. The fit was very comfortable. Putting the dress on over your head is kind of awkward, so I'd recommend doing hair and makeup last.
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Maya Sheath
Versace Collection
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36C
Very flattering, but large in bust
The natural waist of this dress was a slightly higher than mine, so there was a little bit of bunching around the waist. Otherwise, the waist fit much better than the size 8 I rented last year. The chest area was a little roomy; I recommend this for larger-chested women. The open back is very flattering, however. I did not end up wearing this dress to the wedding, but it was a close 2nd choice.
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Black Halter Sheath
Nicholas
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36C
Gorgeous dress, tight in the waist
This is a beautiful dress, maybe a little too fancy for a wedding with a "cocktail attire" dress code. I'm normally a size 8, but a 46L was all they had at the time. I could zipper the dress past my hips, but could not zip it up over my back. The zipper is very difficult to maneuver without catching it on the sequins. I'm only 5'7", and this dress was just *barely* too long. I would've needed platform heels or very high heels.
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Mixed Media Gown
Christian Pellizzari
Size Worn: 46L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36C
I received compliments all night for this dress. The skirt twirled very well while dancing!
This wrap dress has a button on the inside near the upper-rib cage to secure the dress closed. I was able to button it, but it was a very snug fit (Size 8, 36C bra). Because the placement of the button is on the upper rib-cage, "sucking it in" will not help you fasten the button closed; keep that in mind. The V-neckline of the dress is plunging. If you need to wear a bra with this dress like I did, you will almost certainly need a safety pin to keep the bra covered.
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Red Kacie Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36C
The dress was very flattering and I got complimented for it all night!
This is a high quality, flattering dress. If you have muscular arms, I recommend ordering a size up -- the fabric does not stretch! The dress was also a little tight for me in the bust, but it resulted in a deep V-neck, which was sexy.
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Black and Navy Shaelyn Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36C