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Subtle colors make this all-sequin dress a star
Excellent condition, like new, definitely no one would guess that it is a rental. Short hemline, as shown in the model's photo. The weather on the night of my event turned unusually cold so I had to wear tights, which looked fine. Without hosiery this dress may be too short, especially when you sit down and your entire leg is exposed.
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Copper Fleur Shift
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun design, stunning color
Definitely a head-turner of a dress! Stands out among all those black dresses. Give yourself time to iron out the wrinkles after this dress arrives. I tried steaming it in the bathroom, no luck. Only an iron or hand-held steamer can remove the creases from being folded. But it's worth it!
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Cobalt Asymmetric Gown
HALSTON
Size Worn: 2L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Not for me, too bad.
I really wanted this dress to work because it is gorgeous! The sequins are elegant and tiny, not flashy. If you can wear a body-con dress with pasties or without a bra then go for it! Sadly, I need a bra for support and the low-back criss-cross around the waist bra does NOT work with this dress. This is essentially a backless dress.
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Stormy Skies Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Elegantly simple.
Comfortable fit, nice draping. The actual dress seems different from the one in the photo - the shoulders fit more like a sleeveless cut, no cap. I think I wore the right size (size 2) for my body type (5'8", 125 lbs, straight & narrow).
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Meshing Around Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
A spectacular dress! Understated elegance.
I am 5'8" and the size 2R was the perfect length with my 3-inch heels. This dress is best for tall, straight&narrow and athletic body types. A perfect look for a formal evening event.
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Take the Stage Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Elegant and luxurious
Runs true to size, comfortable, very well-made, beautiful fabric.
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Make Love Not War Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Classic elegance
Gorgeous color, comfortable fit, superb material quality
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Portrait of Elegance Shift
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Fashionable business dress
The fit runs a bit large and this dress should be worn fitted so I recommend planning on wearing your smaller size (I'm usually a size 2, but I wore this dress in 0). The length wasn't too high above the knee so it was suitable for a morning business meeting where I gave a presentation. I accessorized with simple gold earrings and a bangle. I wore peep toe neutral heels.
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Feather Painted Sheath
Lela Rose
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Garden wedding guest
The fabric allowed for a good draping effect and good movement. The orange in the photo is true to the actual color. A good choice for the not-too-formal garden wedding I attended.
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Make It Happen Gown
Z Spoke Zac Posen
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Unique and elegant
The colors and fabric make this dress so chic. This was my back-up dress for a garden wedding and I wore the other one (solid orange maxi wrap) because this one was a little too restricting. The navy inside layer is cut very narrow, which is beautiful, but not comfortable for lots of walking/dancing.
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Surfs Up Maxi
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Chic and original
Dress a little large for a 4. If you're between a 2 and 4 like me, I recommend the 2. Fit is very comfortable. Photographs beautifully. Lots of compliments, especially on the tulle and velvet train. Feel your inner black swan!
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Night At The Opera Dress
Alberta Ferretti
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Not for straight and narrow
The beadwork and sequins are beautiful and elegant without being too glitzy. It was comfortable to wear and to dance in. I am "straight and narrow" and this dress made me look like I had no waist. Probably a better dress for curvy types.
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Dipped in Vanilla Dress
Theia
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
I'm glad I ordered two sizes (size 2 and size 4). I'm usually a size 2. I ended up wearing the size 4 and it fit like a glove. I wore it to an evening fund raiser and I felt it was a good choice. My husband LOVED it - the color, the sexy fit (but not too sexy) and the hint-of-cleavage neckline.
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Power Rouge Sheath
Lela Rose
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B