Raechelle's Reviews
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Flattering on your curves!
Out of the bag, this one is super intimidating. It looks like it's going to be way too slim cut to be flattering, but what a surprise! I am 5'3", M, 8/10, 29 denim and have broad shoulders for my build. Because the dress loves to hug curves, I wore and extra padded bra and no shapeware. The fabric was thick enough that I didn't feel it was necessary. I love how the sleeves bell out a little bit and the touch of crimson at the hem and on the cuffs. I wore mine to a rehearsal dinner, but it would make an excellent holiday dress, too!
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Green Rib Knitted Dress
Scotch & Soda
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36A
My Stars!!
I am super in love with this lightweight sweatshirt! It has an oversized/slouchy fit. I have broad shoulders for my 5'3" frame. If I sized up to a L, I could probably wear it off-shoulder very comfortably! Love this one. May have to purchase!
Stars Raglan Sweatshirt
MONROW
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36A
Small side of true-to-size
The texture of the fabric is soft and plushy but lightweight for a sweater. I'm almost always a M in Monrow, but I'd probably size up if I were to rent it again. I'm broad-shoulder for my overall size, so a little extra room there would have been nice. I love the hemline but wish it was a little bit longer.
Sweet Pine Sweater
MONROW
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36A
Maybe in 10 years...
I am 5'3", size 8/10 or M, bust 34B or 36A. The weight is the material was nice and thick and almost stiff. The fit on top was surprisingly larger than I expected. Perhaps on a taller woman, the dress would have looked amazing, but on me it didn't work. It made me feel matronly and extra short. Perhaps a size down and a shorter hemline would help. I did not end up wearing the dress.
Scoop Neck Sweater Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36A
Easy to wear!
I am a street size 8, 29 in denim, M. I am short with broad shoulders and a broad rib cage. My torso is also very short, but my legs are average length. I'm a 34B or 36A, depending on the bra style and brand. In formalwear I typically go up to a size US 10 / UK 14 because of broadness that my sturdy build creates. And evening gowns are usually cut very narrow through the back, ribs, and waist. (Ex: size up to L in Parker, size up to a 10 in Nicole Miller, Badgley Mischka) I never size down. Ever. I ordered a US 8 / UK 12 as my main dress and 1 size up as the backup. I should have ordered 1 size down! The material was thick and had plenty of stretch to it. Because I'm small-breasted, a size down might have fit me a little better on top. The US 8 was more generous in size than I expected. But I still felt amazing in the gown. I'm 5'3" and wore 3" heels. The length was slightly off the ground and perfect for me.
Amara Gown
Solace London
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36A
So much more than expected!
I'm 5'3" / 140 / 34C / M / 8 for my sizes. I ordered the M as my main selection and a S for my backup. I'm extra broad shouldered for my size, so the M was perfect for me. I didn't even put on the . Everything about this dress was flattering and made me look like I had more boob than I do. The dress is starting to show wear on some of the bandage edges, and the security clasp on the inside was broken. Other than that I really enjoyed the look!
Lets Get Loud Dress
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Flattering & Bright
I'm a true size 8, M but have broad shoulders and a really short waist that doesn't nip in under my rib cage like your standard garment allows for. As I result, I sized up to a 10 which was actually still very sleek, fitted, and flattering. The issue with this dress is that it's HIGHLIGHTER PINK. I rented this for my friend's wedding. I was a bridesmaid, and she wanted us all to be in muted shades of pink from blush to rose to salmon shades. This dress looks like it could hang out in the salmon category in the professional photos, but it really can't. It was fluorescent and just stood out way too much amongst the other girls. If you want to be noticed, this is your dress!
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Pink Kenna Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36A
Love!
I'm a true 8 but ordered the 8 and the 10 as a backup. The dress is SHORT, so I chose to go with the 10 for the extra length. I was wearing this for my engagement photos and thought the longer version would be more appropriate for forever memories. Had this been for Vegas, I would have gone for the 8! :)
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Azure Swirl Mini
Robert Rodriguez Collection
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32D
Vibrant color but runs so small!
The red of this dress is vibrantly beautiful. If red is your color, this is definitely a dress to consider! I am 5'3", 135 lbs. and a consistent size 8. I have a short waist and a broad back/shoulders. This dress and this designer are best suited for for people with narrow frames. I was able to pull off the L with some help getting the dress zipped, but I was pretty uncomfortable the whole night. Because my waist is broad and short, the dress bunched up around the middle which made the length extra short. When sitting down to dinner, I had to put 2 cloth napkins over my lap to ensure I was decently covered. The fit in the shoulders was surprisingly roomy compared to the smallness of the waist. I loved the color, but I likely will not order a dress by Parker again.
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Tia Dress
Parker
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C