Ilyana's Reviews
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5 reviews
It was okay
I couldn't tell if this bag was already used or just kind of has a worn look. It's nice leather and very roomy and casual but I felt it was just too heavy for me and had no inside pocket. If you don't snap the two sides together it hangs open quite a bit. Sent it right back unused. Good quality though.

Cutout Black Classic Tote
Cleobella Handbags
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DD
Very nice.
This is a great dress. It's hard to keep the elastic down on your arms for off the shoulders look. I reviewed earlier before wearing and thought it looked saggy under arms when lowered off shoulders but it was fine. No one approached with compliments (not unusual where I live) but lots of stares so not sure what that means except it was very pretty and I know it looked nice. Rich color. I wore it for a full day out and about including lunch, wine and dinner. I was nervous about staining the gorgeous silk so I was super careful. I plan to wear several times before sending back. Maybe on a less humid day and not so much stain fear but I love it.

Port Royal Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DD
Love love love.
Gorgeous pants. Hard to describe fabric. Kind of thick but so flowy and airy I wore them on a very humid summer evening with a light gauzy top and felt just fine. As noted by most, the waistband is small in stark contrast to the rest of the pant. But I was able to tuck the gauzy top in. Looks best with very short top or something you can tuck because, my friend, that body line these give you especially at the back is something to see ;) I have a very high waist and these came up to my ribs in a lovely way and made my very "curvy bottom" look like a small peach :) haha. And girl, sway they do. Would look awesome with strappy heels, mules, boots in winter and sandals. Even "dressy" flip flops as I had to because of broken toe. Comments from others including husband: loved, so stylish, I want those. To buy: A bit steep even at member price for me but I'm considering it despite. They're that good. Trick for too tight waist band: I have a good garment steamer. I steamed immediately before putting on and result was waist was more forgiving. They stayed stylishly up more by my ribs anyway.

Mulan Ruffle Culottes
Alexis
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DD
Loved the look! But didn't quite fit me.
I tried this on in Chicago store on a whim because the color and sleeves were pretty and because I needed something pronto to fit for a wedding that week but normally wouldn't choose this style. I stepped out of fitting room and got some wows including my own. I was surprised at how it looked on. Maybe because it was a bit small it fit like a glove in a smooth and elegant way. However I have a longer torso (mostly from inseam to waist) than legs so it restricted my comfort once attached around neck. Not to be inelegant but it didn't give the er, camel effect that can happen to high waist girls. Once I vacationed and flew home day of wedding and swelled somewhat and also hot humid weather I just couldn't go with this outfit. I never have luck with one piece swimsuits either if that helps give a better fit idea. But wow. With recent weight gain I didn't expect to look so good in this! I will likely rent this in the future in a size that fits me better. I'm at least a 12 right now and this was a 10r and did fit except for torso length restriction and snug waist. One note: the back cut out will give you a slight muffiny effect if the no-stretch waistband is snug. But it isn't a big deal unless it is to you. Also if you are busty and somewhat bold it looks fabulous. I would have taped in place. Would look lovely on smaller bust size also in my opinion. But wow. Think J-Lo my classy but curvy sisters.

The Celio Jumpsuit
Fame & Partners
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DD
Comfortable and silky
Honestly I'm not sure what my size is right now but larger than usual especially in bust size and this dress fit well. I was able to go without a (36DD+) bra and the lining covered any sign of that. I can't emphasize enough the comfort of this dress. And it just feels so lovely on. At 5'5" I wore 2" heals (and dress hem slightly brushed floor) as long as I could but switched to flat sandals because I have a broken toe. As you can see, and it's not a perfect solution, but I tucked one side slightly up under hip band of undergarment to keep dress hem off of floor while attempting :0) to dance. It was a hot and humid August evening and not many dresses or fabrics would have been cooler even though it's silk. The lining was made of a perfect fabric. This dress was just lovely. I thought it was conservative, feminine and pretty. My husband thought it was sexy and beautiful (evidenced by all the embarrassing dance pics ;). If you're curvy don't hesitate. One note: it arrived with the rolled hem slightly unraveling in one corner of slit with a 1" thread loose. Otherwise this dress was perfection. I sent a note back with dress requesting they repair for next lucky user.

Peony Print Maxi
Theia
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DD