This is not my personal style but it was perfect for an international themed party where we represented Ireland. I chose the 10 as the 8 was a little too tight in the bust for me. The sleeves were also long for me so I folded the cuffs (perhaps that's what is intended).

Mortimer Dress

L.K. Bennett

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Size Worn: 10

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 158lbs

Bust: 34D

This dress is cute and funky but I found neither size fit me well. The M seemed to be too small in the bust but the large was droopy and too long on the bottom (perhaps it was stretched out?). I ended up going with the M but found I was pulling the smocked upper down constantly which was annoying.

Paradise Stripe Sheath

Nicole Miller

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Size Worn: M

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 158lbs

Bust: 34D

I rented this dress last minute to wear to a fancy restaurant to celebrate my birthday. I did have to run out and buy some seamless shape wear because it does show every lump and bump. I said it runs a bit small because although 10 is my usual size and this fit easily, it's a very slim/snug/revealing fit. After the shape wear, I was really happy with the finished look.

Venetian Red Sheath Dress

Slate & Willow

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Size Worn: 10

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 158lbs

Bust: 34D

I wore this dress for a gold rush themed event. Even though I'm not a fan of the style, personally, I thought it was perfect for the event and I got lots of compliments on it. I wish I had an 8R to try as I felt this was a bit long/loose in areas on me and maybe the 8R would've fit better. I wouldn't say it runs large, however. Also, I'm not sure why the undergarment info suggests you can wear a regular bra with this dress. I suppose if you wore something with clear straps, but you can see straps and cups (it has a rather deep V neck) of my regular bra. I wore strapless and that worked better.

Prairie Lace Dress

Temperley London

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Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 158lbs

Bust: 34D

I received so many compliments on this dress from complete strangers. I felt like a million bucks. It was for a holiday party and the dress perfect. It fit like a glove and was incredibly comfortable. Plus: pockets! Amazing to not have to carry a purse. I'm sad to say goodbye to this dress!

Lewis High-Low Dress

Shoshanna

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Size Worn: 10

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 160lbs

Bust: 36D