I generally wear an 8-10, but they were out of my size in this dress and I wanted to try it so I went with the 12R. It was a bit big, as I expected, but true to size. The fit gaped on me and the design didn’t make it possible to pull it in easily, so I ended up going with the other gown. That said, the dress was beautiful and comfortable to wear, though was decidedly on the heavy side, due to the satin fabric and lining, and even with 4” heels, a bit long.

Multi Floral High Low Gown

ML Monique Lhuillier

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Size Worn: 12R

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 150lbs

Bust: 34B

Lovely shades of white, cream, silver & gold in this necklace. Length was adjustable; I used it on the longest part of the chain due to the neckline of my dress. I really didn’t want to send it back, as I could see so many uses for it with my wardrobe!

Stone and Crystal Necklace

Jenny Packham

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Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 150lbs

Bust: 34B

I generally wear an 8-10, but they were out of my size in this dress and I really wanted it, so I went with the 12R. It was a bit big, as I expected, but true to size. The fit was forgiving and not falling off/down, as long as I kept good posture! The straps were quite long, so I tacked them up, which also helped give it a better fit and the length was just right for a 3.5”-4” heel. The dress was lightweight making it easy to move freely and stay cool. The only potential drawback is that if you have really sensitive skin, the fabric of the bodice is a bit itchy; not an issue for your torso/chest itself (it’s lined there) but the straps are of the same material so arms/shoulders could be a concern.

Metallic Blue Gown

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: 12R

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 150lbs

Bust: 34B