Kathryn's Reviews
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18 reviews
Very flattering!
I really loved this dress! It was perfect for an ocean-side wedding in Miami. The color was eye catching and the cut flattering - I received many compliments all night. I did use a lot of tape around the bust line and to keep the slit from getting too crazy. I had hoped to wear spanks, but the dress shows panty lines - I ended up not needing them, but something to be aware of.
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Monica Maxi
Flynn Skye
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Comfortable and glamorous
I felt sexy, but elegant at a black tie optional wedding. The dress was more fit and flare than I expected - it was a pleasant surprise. I could move easily in the dress and danced the night away.
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Navy Love No One Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Stunning!
Lovely statement earrings. I was worried they would be heavy and uncomfortable, but they were great! I wore them all night and did a lot of dancing without any problems. Wish I could have kept them!
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Stargazer Earrings
Marchesa Jewelry
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Comfortable and Flattering
This dress is lovely. The material is heavy enough that it doesn't look cheap, but not so heavy that I was uncomfortable at an outdoor summer wedding. Definitely runs true to size and the fabric has a little give and stretch. The zipper runs all the way up and down the back - that was a nice surprise. My only complaint was the neckline - I felt like I kept tugging it back into place and it was annoying when I was dancing.
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Marsala Be Still Dress
FINDERS KEEPERS
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful color
The fabric is very comfortable and has some give. I was outside in 90 degrees and didn't feel too warm. I thought that the dropped shoulder might be a pain and restrict my movements, but it didn't bother me at all - I barely noticed it.
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Red One Shoulder Popover Dress
ELLIATT
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
I love the color!
The color is so stunning - definitely something you'll stand out in. I especially loved the gold accents in the dress. The material is a little heavier than I was expecting - maybe not something to wear in the middle of summer, but I was fine at an evening fall wedding. I would recommend going larger for your back up size. I wore the six and felt like the cut outs were a little too tight - I would have likes to try a larger size if one had been available.
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Alexis Dress
Theia
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Very comfortable
I picked this out at a RTR store and liked it more than I thought I would. It's something I wouldn't have picked out for myself off the rack or offline. The color is lovely - it has a little bit of coral in it. And the pattern gives the dress an interesting texture and spices it up. The dress is very stretchy - I fit into the XS even though I'm a six. But this also means its's very comfortable. This dress leaves nothing to the imagination - which I guess can be a good or a bad thing. Plan on wearing spanx and no bra.
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Red Tulip Flutter Hem Sheath
twenty
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Lovely dress
I rented this dress before in a different color. Although the 4 fit, I wish the 6 had been available. It was just a little too tight up top. Although the dress is technically a deep navy, it does look black at times. The material is interesting - it's sturdy and thick, but very slick and felt waterproof.
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Navy Flirt and Flare Dress
Z Spoke Zac Posen
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful cut and color
I liked this dress a lot and felt sexy but elegant in it. The material is stretchy and very comfortable, the color is lovely. I wish that an 8 had been available - the 6 fit me like a glove, but I think that an 8 would have skimmed my curves instead of hugging them. I also felt like I was tugging the 6 down each time I stood up. Note that the dropped shoulders kinda limit how much you can move your arms. If you raise them to high, it throws the whole neckline out of alignment.
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Smooth Operator Sheath
HALSTON
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Very small
I did not end up wearing this. I received the 8 as a backup and it was very tight. Even though I'm a 6, I would have needed a 10 to be comfortable.
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Negative Space Sheath
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful color, but very tight
This dress caught my eye because I love the cobalt color. It's just as rich in person as it is in the picture. If you'll be dancing, the overskirt flares dramatically when you turn, so that's fun. I was a fan of the belt because it hid my little tummy bulge. However, this dress is extremely tight on the bottom. I couldn't fit into the medium at all so I had to wear the large. Even the large underskirt was difficult - pulling it back down each time I used the restroom was a production. But the top was large - I needed fashion tape.
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Wake Me Dress
C/MEO COLLECTIVE
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Wish I could have kept it!
I did not want to give this dress back - I don't think I've ever worn something that made me feel so confident. It's sexy without being sleazy and definitely a head-turner. Although I could wear the medium, it was a little short so I felt more comfortable in the large. I wore fashion tape up top but, even with my small bust, I probably could have gotten away without it.
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Carmella Sheath
Saylor
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Sleek and sexy
This dress was a back up and, although I liked it a lot, I didn't end up wearing it. I'm a 6, but I have a small bust. The 6 felt too loose up top and the 4 fit much better. The length was perfect for me - I'm 5'8" and was wearing four in heels. I loved the way this dress made my butt look - very flattering. But I felt a little tummy conscious - it wasn't very forgiving in that area.
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Black Blades Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful
The color is richer and darker than the photo makes it look, and overall this is a flattering dress. The length was perfect - hit about an inch above my knee so I didn't feel like I had too much skin exposed. (Something I was worried about with a sweetheart strapless.) However, like many strapless dresses, I felt like I was pulling it up often. I have a pretty small bust, but I wish it had been just a tiny bit tighter up top.
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Teal Metallic Pintuck Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
I felt like I stepped out of Gatsby
Classic art deco glamour. These earrings are pretty big, definitely a statement piece, but not too heavy! Absolutely beautiful, I wish I could have kept them.
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Tiered Deco Earrings
Badgley Mischka Jewelry
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Glamorous and comfortable
I have never been so comfortable at a formal event! The event was for work, so I was worried about the dress being too short, but it was actually the perfect length for my height (I'm about 5' 8"). Because of the bronze accents on the shoulder, I was able to mix it up with some fun tan pumps.
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Sliding Shoulder Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Stunning! But uncomfortable
These earrings we SO beautiful - I felt like a model in them, glamorous and high fashion. Unfortunately, they were very heavy and hurt my ears so I didn't end up wearing them for the whole event.
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Crystal Vine Earrings
Alexis Bittar
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
The perfect dress for a family wedding
It broke my heart to send this back! The color is rich, it fit me like a glove, and was the perfect mix of sweet, sexy, and conservative. The top is structured - very flattering - and the flare of the skirt is fun for dancing. The pockets were also a great touch. I even caught the photographer's eye! He asked my boyfriend and I to do the "tango pose" for his portfolio. I will say that the fabric is a little heavy. It wasn't a problem for me, the wedding was in Maine, but I could see it being a bit much on a very hot day. I paired it with nude pumps and a simple rose/bronze necklace.
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No Turning Back Dress
Z Spoke Zac Posen
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C