After 2 successful rentals I hit my first womp womp...The dress is gorgeous. It is incredibly elegant and even sparklier in person. I had been planning to wear it to a birthday dinner out in New York City but it was a bit much for that. In addition, it ran a bit tight....I've shared my horrible photo to try and help illustrate -- it cinches in at the waist, so even though it's super drapey almost everywhere it came in at my widest spot, the middle of my abdoment; making it difficult to zipper. I don't think spanx even would have helped...it was very tight. As far as length, it hit above my knee without being too provocative. If it had just had a little give at the waist it would have been perfect.

Fifth Avenue Showstopper Dress

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: None

Usual Size: 20

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 275lbs

Bust: 28C

I got this dress and it fit me at 5'7 and 275 pounds perfectly. It was a bit heavy but that made it lay nicely. I however, did not end up wearing it. Pictured is my sister who at 5'3" and ~250 pounds wore it and also loved it! The extra space allowed for her stomach without any pull and let it hit her right at the knee. She loved it and it looked amazing on us both. I will say the weight made it a little warm; if your event is outdoors in warm weather you might want to reconsider.

Studio Bonded Dress

ELOQUII

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Size Worn: 20W

Usual Size: 20

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 275lbs

Bust: 28C

I got this dress for my best friends wedding in a 20 and 22, truly thinking I'd be in the 22. NOPE! I was in the 20 and it fit perfect. Room to breathe, comfortable to dance, the pockets are so handy. The color was vibrant and fun without being too loud or gawdy; definitely more pink then the photo on the site makes it seem (I thought it was going to be coral but was pleasantly surprised). Great length. It's so rare to find a dress that hangs so perfectly over my curves but this did just that and excelled at it. I can not rave enough about this dress!! <3

Raspberry Ruffle Dress

Christian Siriano

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Size Worn: 20

Usual Size: 20

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 275lbs

Bust: 28C