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Long!! But pretty
This dress is long! My friend who is 5'10" wore this with heels and the back nearly touched the ground. Also, that slit is RIGHT in between the legs and cut high! She slid the slit to over one leg and it looked much better. Still, the color and print was beautiful and the floaty shape was perfect for a beach wedding. The bodice was very low cut, but fortunately they had a hook-and-eye to close it up. A very nice choice for tall women!
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Red Katarina Maxi
MISA Los Angeles
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Short and tight, but pretty great
I normally wear a 4 (J Crew and other mall brands) or 6 (fancier labels), but the 6 was tight. I could've used the size 8, but it was unavailable. And I'm only 5'5" and the dress was dangerously short for bending over. Despite this, I loved the style, shine and feel of the dress. It's a real showstopper of a dress! SIZE UP!!
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Scallop Sequins Rhea Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Flirty and fun
This is your perfect summer party dress. So comfortable and lightweight, but lined. Adjustable straps. I got so many compliments! Definitely covers up a larger waistline. I am 5'5" and 130 lbs and wore a small. I would rent this again.
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Suarez Ruffle Dress
Show Me Your Mumu
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Great sparkly party dress
I loved this sparkly party dress but unfortunately I did not get to wear it due to a fluke cold snap on Memorial Day weekend that made it way too cold. Still, I plan to rent it again in the future, especially for an event that requires sequins! The colors were brighter than I expected, and I was very happy with that. The cut is very forgiving and comfortable. The sequin sounds did not scratch and the full dress is lined. I am 5'5", 130 lbs. The size small fit well.
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Halette Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Dreamy dress
I loved the fit, color and flow of this dress. Lightweight, but lined, so it is not sheer. Forgiving and flattering fit. Very comfortable. Tons of compliments.
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V-Neck Scarf Hem Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Big and unflattering
If you’re thick at all in the middle, like I am, this dress will be very unflattering. The print was pretty and cheerful but the cut is big and it draws a lot of attention to your waist. Also, no pockets. I ended up not wearing it because it was so unflattering.
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Wild Tulip Mindy Dress
Leota
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Awesome party dress!
This is such a fun dress. Great shape, perfect color. The fit was very comfortable once I decided to go with the size 8. I could zip the 6, but it was tight. This dress is short! I'm 5'5" and it was pretty short on me. But it's a showstopper. I want to rent it again.
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Party Girl Mini Dress
Free People
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful, but they're not kidding that this runs SMALL!
Beautiful print, so perfect for a fall event! I like the dramatic bow/tie too. I got tons of compliments all night. But, this thing runs so small. I usually wear a 6, maybe an 8, and the 10 was tight up top. I knew that it was British sizing, but still, it runs small. I am only a 36B, so fuller women should heed my warning. I had to wear my most-flattening bra, and even considered a sports bra underneath! It's also short. I'm 5'5" and OK with short dresses, but if you're taller than me, you may find it too short. Basically, for all the very petite ladies out there, this is a gorgeous dress for you!
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Tie Detail Floral Dress
Mother of Pearl
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Runs big; kind of bland
I got this dress as a back-up and did not end of wearing it. I read the other reviews about it running big, and the Small was very large! I usually wear about a 6. The dress was fine. Didn't have a lot of visual interest. Actually would be appropriate for a somber affair, or for someone who doesn't like a flashy dress (that's not me!).
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Navy Carnegie Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Tons of compliments
Wore this for an outdoor wedding in late summer. Very comfortable. I thought I would need the Medium, but the Small was even a little loose, so it definitely runs big. Size down!! I thought it would be more red than it is. It is quite pink, a little coral. Got tons of compliments all night and it hides a belly well.
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Deliz Dress
cupcakes and cashmere
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Too small
I had to send this one back because I couldn't get it zipped. I'm 5'5", 134 pounds and usually wear a size 6. I couldn't get the Medium zipped. The gold accents were pretty, though.
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Teal Lace Cape Sheath
Dress The Population
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Shiny disco glam!
This dress is a real show-stopper! I thought I'd wear the 6, but the 4 fit snugly, which worked well because I decided to fold down the thin straps and make it strapless. It's got a real 70s disco vibe.
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Gold Goma Dress
J.Crew
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
New Years Eve disappointment :(
I ordered the medium because it said that was size 4-6. I've been feeling big lately so I ordered the large as a backup. This was a big mistake. The medium was HUGE. Really baggy at the top and also shapeless and unattractive around the middle. I had to adjust the straps all the way just to keep it from falling off. Plus, as others have noted, the sequins are scratch around the side, but it's not a mild nuisance -- it actually hurts. I decided not to wear it at all. Big disappoinment.
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Vivian Sequin Slip Dress
Show Me Your Mumu
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Great color, really comfy
I'm not feeling my belly right now, so I really appreciated this dress. The color is amazing and it's so comfy. I got a lot of compliments. It even will work for pregnant bellies, or any those of us just not feeling like wearing something fitted. Note that it is more fitted at the top, so if you're big busted, this may be too tight. I also liked how the fabric under the arms obscured "bat wings." I'm 5'5", 130 lbs.
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Cobalt Floral Swing Dress
Julia Jordan
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B