Tammy's Reviews
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I loved these!
I wore these for a business casual event and paired them with a Slate & Willow too and Opening Ceremony platform shoes. I loved them! Cute and comfortable and lots of stretch. Would love to own them.
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Plaid Crop Flare Trousers
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
First time I felt pretty since giving birth!
I loved this shirt so much I bought it. I’m 4 months postpartum and struggling to find clothes that fit, are comfortable, and make me feel stylish. This shirt hit it out of the park for me. I wore to a night out with girlfriends and felt fantastic. The arms are a little tight, as others have said, but as someone whose upper arms got softer and fuller with pregnancy and still haven’t toned up, I actually loved how the sleeves covered the parts that still aren’t so tone. I thought I would hate a strapless top, but it didn’t budge all night – very comfortable and flattering as well. The length was perfect on me, and I love that it didn’t cling to my torso. Wearing this was the first time I felt pretty since giving birth. Highly recommend!
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Blue Floral Off Shoulder Top
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Way more beautiful in person than you'd expect!
I am SO disappointed that I didn’t order a larger size in this dress. I ordered the 4 and should have gotten the 6. At 5’3” and 140 lbs and 4 months postpartum (so more weight than normal around my stomach and lower back and chest) it was skin tight and I couldn’t move in the 4. But I could tell that it would be a GORGEOUS dress in a 6. The slit is high but still tasteful and not excessive. The neckline is gorgeous and the fabric is stretchy and comfortable. I also love the sleeves and how it covered the exact spot on my arms that are overdue for some toning. I really, really wish I had ordered the right size and could have worn this dress to the wedding.
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Marisol Off Shoulder Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Made me feel off balance and overwhelmed by fabric
I rented a size 42 for a wedding but didn’t wear it. I’m 4 months postpartum so I’m still challenged to find the right size and fit in a dress. This one was just…off. I don’t care for side zippers to begin with, and the long-sleeved arm was a lot of fabric and weight. I felt off balanced and also overwhelmed by the excess fabric. And I agree with other posters that the fabric is fairly thick – too much for an outdoor wedding in the summer. The color is very pretty though! I like that it’s more pink and less orange than other red dresses.
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Asymmetric Cocktail Dress
Genny
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Don't do your hair or makeup until after you put on this dress
I rented the size 40 for a wedding but didn’t wear because it was too tight. I’m 5’3’, 4 months postpartum, and a 140 lbs. Someone who is not postpartum or has a muscular 140 lbs might find size 40 to work for them, but I’m still carrying too much “non-muscle.” :) If it had fit better I think I would have liked this dress but not loved it. The cleavage is a LOT. For me, I’d want to wear a bra to give my breasts some lift, but I think a bra would probably show and also make the dress feel too tight. So again, not ideal for postpartum folks. It’s also insanely difficult to get on. There is no zipper so you’ll need to pull over your head and slowly roll it down your body. You will need to put on the dress BEFORE you put on makeup or do your hair and definitely before you put on deodorant or any kind of body lotion. Do not wear if you will need to quickly remove it.
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Red Jodilin Sheath
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Absolutely perfect jacket
I wore this jacket nonstop. To the office, on a date, to a conference, etc. You can throw it over a work dress or wear it with jeans. Comfortable and flattering. The sleeves are fantastic if you're petite and have to worry about long sleeves making you look sloppy. Got a million compliments every time I wore this.
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Tux Blazer
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Gorgeous style and fit - even if you have curves
I wore this dress at least three times to the office and felt fantastic each time. It hugged my curves without appearing or feeling too tight and the overall style feels slightly sexy but also 100% appropriate for the office. Very light weight and comfortable. Would get a lot of use out of this if I owned it.
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Navy Button Vest Dress
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Gorgeous color, style, and fit - and comfortable too!
This dress was a dream. It hugged my curves in a really good way and made me feel like a million bucks. Surprisingly comfortable and forgiving, so if you eat a big dinner no worries about it feeling tight afterward. My one complaint is that the hanging straps were impossible to keep from showing in the front. If I owned this dress, I would cut them out immediately.
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Cobalt Off Shoulder Dress
Laundry by Shelli Segal
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Not great for shorter women and not suitable for cold weather
Cute style and great fit, but if you're under 5'6" these won't look great unless you're in very high heels. They're also made of surprisingly thin material, which is soft and feels fantastic, but it's not practical for cold weather. (Also would not look cute with boots, which, again, makes it a non-starter for the cold.)
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Black Ruffle Piping Pant
PIAMITA
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
GORGEOUS
GORGEOUS. I wore this dress 3 times - for work and then out to a play the same night; for NYE dinner, and for family photos. Each time, I got a lot of compliments and felt like a million bucks. I'm not typically a fan of wrap dresses, but this one has that extra flounce in the skirt that makes it special. Tip: you will need to wear a tank underneath the dress.
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Red Jewel Mikado Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Small through the chest
I read other reviews that said this was a good dress for pregnancy or post-partum events, but this post-partum body could not pull it off. The cut-outs are not a problem, per se (they're not risque at all), but there is so little room for your breasts (and none for a bra), that underboob display is a real risk. You cannot be bigger than a C on top if you want to wear this dress (so not great for most nursing ladies). It's also a bit frumpy on my 5'3" frame, and I'd only recommend it for someone taller.
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Black Cut Out Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Gorgeous and clearly well-made but too long to wear
The long and baggy legs were just too much for my frame, and I was sad to not be able to wear this jumpsuit. It’s gorgeous through the bust and torso, I wish I could have made it work.
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Black MacKenzie Jumpsuit
Martin Grant
Size Worn: 38R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Surprisingly fantastic
These were a stylist pic for me, and I never would have chosen them myself, but I ended up wearing them 3 times over the course of a weekend in NYC – with a black jumpsuit to a comedy club, with the Haute Hippie Black Tux Sheath to musical and then a bar, and again with a sweater and jeans. They’re much larger in person than they appear in photos, they really stand out, and you’ll need no other jewelry. Loved them.
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Satine Earrings
Lulu Frost
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Gorgeous!
I LOVED wearing this dress. It felt sophisticated and sexy and was comfortable to boot. It’s very low cut, and you can’t wear a bra, but the material is thick and as long as you don’t plan on dancing, you’ll be comfortable. Runs slightly large.
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Black Tux Sheath
Haute Hippie
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
So versatile and flattering!
I loved this jumpsuit as soon as I put this on. It has a generous but flattering cut, so I don’t feel overwhelmed as a 5’3” woman (thought I had to wear heels to get the length right), but it’s also not skintight on my postpartum body. You will need to wear a tank top or something underneath because there’s only one tiny button to hold the top together. In fact, I had to use a safety pin to keep the top from continually opening throughout the day, which was super annoying, especially when I needed to undress to use the bathroom. But still, this is *much*cuter in person than in the online photos, and I would highly recommend it. I have this as part of my Unlimited collection this month, and today I’m wearing it to the office and also plan to wear it out on a date and maybe even for holiday pictures with family. Super versatile!
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Gypset Jumpsuit
Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Runs large!
Very cute style but runs extremely large. I wore a size 38 and could have down a couple of sizes. I threw a wide belt around it and wore it to the office but felt frumpy and unkempt all day. Might work better on someone taller and thinner.
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Marine Schoolboy Dress
Carven
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Practical and pretty
I wore this dress 3 times to the office an also transitioned it to an after-work happy hour. It runs large so I paired it with a belt to give it a bit more shape and added a tank the 3rd time I wore it because it was just too low-cut to be comfortable at the office. I'm carrying about 15 extra pounds after having a baby and this dress did a good job of making me feel attractive in my own skin again. Plenty of extra room and stretch and flattering on curves. Would definitely wear it again.
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Navy Carnegie Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
A beautiful dress for a postpartum body
I wore this dress for a work conference (along with a tailored jacket) and then added higher heels, put my hair up, and wore a thick gold necklace I received as "mystery bling" to dress up the look for a work party that evening. I LOVED this dress. I felt pretty but professional at the office and sexy (but still professional) at the party. Choosing the right size and cut is a challenge for me because I'm about 15 lbs heavier than i was before having a baby. Im typically an athletic size 2 or 4, but now I'm carrying more weight in my midsection and chest and arms. This dress in a size 4 was a very good fit. Forgiving enough in the waist and smoke room in the chest without being so low cut that I felt exposes at the office. I got a million compliments and felt great in this dress. Would definitely recommend.
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Minetta Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Too tight around the waist to wear
This would likely have been a gorgeous dress, but, sadly, I was not able to fit into the size 4. I am still carrying postpartum weight, especially around my waist, and it just wasn't going to work. I was a 2 before pregnancy and either a 4 or a 6 now - it's always hard to guess postpartum because your body is not just heavier but also heavier in different places than you're used to. If I were carrying extra weight on my legs or hips, this dress would have fit and been gorgeous. But the waist is quite form fitting with no stretch. Maybe I'll try again in the future!
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Deceptively sexy and elegant
I accidentally ordered this necklace but it worked perfectly with the Diane Von Furstenberg sheath I wore to an after work cocktail party. I wore my hair up and the necklace was the perfect statement piece to my outfit. I would wear it again but give it a 4 because of the way it lies. If you're going to be dancing or even walking a bit, it moves like crazy and had to be constantly readjusted.
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Tri Wire Collar
Jules Smith
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
The color is fantastic.
Okay, so I didn't end up wearing the dress because I ended up getting a 6R instead of a 6P, but I tried on the 4P and know that the 6P would have worked. I am postpartum and have more weight around my middle than I used to, which made the 4P a bit too tight to zip up. The bust is nice and full, though, and worked well for my 34DD/E chest. The length of the P was perfect for me at 5'3", but the R size was far too long, even with very high heels. The color is stunning. Would love to wear this dress sometime when I get the Petite.
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Fluorescent Chiffon Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6P
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D