Ashley's Reviews
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15 reviews
Simple and flattering
This is a lovely dress for work, friendly and forgiving to your curves. Add a statement necklace and it's a winner.
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Mulberry Morgan Dress
Of Mercer
Size Worn: 16W
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Very casual
This dress has a cute pattern but is more "babydoll" style then I expected and didn't makes it as work appropriate as I had hoped. I wore it out with friends for dinner instead
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Mare Dolman Sleeve Dress
B Collection by Bobeau
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Classy
I rented this as my backup and ended up wearing my other option, even though this would have done the job nicely. It's a thick fabric and a little figure hugging, especially if you have a belly so be mindful of that. It's got the Kate Spade grace that you'd expect from the brand and a winner of a dress.
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Mod Plaid Sweater Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Sophisticated elegance
The pattern on this dress is luxurious. The cut was just fitted enough to be flattering but not so much to be unforgiving to my figure's weak spots. I wore it to a work event where I need to dress to impress and this did the job perfectly.
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Night Rose Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Statement making and eye-catching
This dress is a beautiful pattern and fabric. It ran very large though and I ended up belting it so it didn't swallow me. In the end, it turned out to be cute for a work presentation and I'd recommend it.
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Red Floral Easy Shift
ELOQUII
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Runs very small
This dress was adorable and would have been so statement making for my work event. Unfortunately, it ran very small and I was unable to wear it. If you are more petite, this could be a fantastic dress to rent.
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Lois Knit Dress
Parker
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Snugger than I expected
I ordered my normal size in this dress style which normally works for my chest/hips. However, this was a little too clingy/snug (even with Spanx) which was very unflattering. It also crossed/gaped oddly on my chest, which prob wouldn't have happened to someone flatter than me. Finally, the material was very basic and didn't make me feel as special as I wanted to. It's a fine everyday dress, but nothing that will get a comment imo.
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Mae Faux Wrap Dress
Leota
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Odd fit that I couldn't make work
First, the fabric is stunning and I was so ridiculously excited when I saw it in person - so luxurious. But when I tried it on, it had such an odd fit on the top that I could not figure out. It was flown in the arms but then too short (?) to the armholes where I couldn't lift my arms. And, it was too snug across the chest (mine is very large). It was kind to my stomach and hips for those of you more hourglass. Basically, as long as you're pretty flat chested, this dress was a dream for a daytime event. But if you have a larger chest or longer torso, it's not for you.
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Robyn Red Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Interesting & versatile
This dress is beautifully made and the embroidery is gorgeous. I'm a little too hourglass for it, as it gaped in the waist to for my hips & chest. If you are more even thoughout, this is a winner.
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Multi Floral Embroidered Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 18W
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Elegant & feminine
This dress is even better on than the model photos. The silk is luxurious and flowy and dressier then I expected (in a good way). It was kind to all my curves & large chest. I wore a camisole to be more demure but it didn't distract from the overall look. I'm definitely renting this again - a new favorite!
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Floral Piper Dress
Nicholas
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Snug and unflattering
This was very snug in the bust on me. And, it has a slim-though-the-middle drop waist (almost mermaid like) that was totally unforgiving to my mom-belly. I had such high hopes for this dress but could not wear it.
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Navy Lianne Midi Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
A little less special then I hoped for
This is a perfectly acceptable everyday dress, but not the wow factor I needed for this mtg. Because it's clingy, I sized up and needed it.
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Jade Shirtdress
Leota
Size Worn: XXLR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Kinda perfect
As others said, this dress is looooong. I'm 5'8" and it touches the floor without me wearing heels. Also, it was a little large on me, but not enough I could size down. Yes, the tie is weird, but the whole dress is a little crazy so just go with it. My biggest issue is it just wasn't flattering on me. I was drowning in/hiding under the ruffles. So I was meh on it overall, even though it's such a statement and fit pretty well.
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Multi Floral Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 16WR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Almost perfect
This dress is kind to those with curves/hips, but I couldn't zip it up with my very large chest and wasn't able to wear it. If you are not as robust on top, it's a really elegant dress.
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Lavender Jacquard Dress
Josie Natori
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+
Felt like a million bucks!
This is the kindest dress you could ever put on your body. Dealt with my large chest and curves like it was designed for them. The v neck was just deep enough to be feminine but not so far that I needed a camisole. Same about the length, ending just above my knees (5'8"). I said it runs large because I'm a full on 14 and the 14 was a little loose on me. I am totally renting this again (and the blue variation too).
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Ombre Natasha Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 36D+