Felt great, neckline and arm cut perfect, hit at a great length a few inches above knee for shorter gals; the eyelet neckline was beautiful (no “grandma’s doily” effect); laid great on a curvier booty - no back hem rise; comfortable material; high enough in back to wear a standard strapless bra without showing; the little eyelet details throughout the seersucker stripes *chefs kiss* BUT Order. To. Your. Waist. Size. I sized down one from some of the reviews, but WOULD NOT stay zipped. Everything above and below the waist fitted absolutely perfect, but zipper kept coming undone. Very, very sadly couldn’t wear.

Tori Dress

Lilly Pulitzer

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 167lbs

Bust: 36C

Felt like a knockout on Valentine’s Day date. The sleeve length hits in a nice spot; fit in the armpit is a little cozy, but definitely manageable (struggled with zip up/out, but fine beyond that). Sleeve material isn’t stretchy - you will not be able to push them up past upper wrist. Love the hem length; I’m a shorter gal (5’3”) and the bottom hem hit just about mid-thigh. Definitely a lower cut sweetheart; you WILL look busty. I recommend a demi bra (not enough structure to go braless). All over ruching was very forgiving in all the right places without being frumpy/looking heavy and just enough stretch to hug curves favorably (fit my rather full size badonk like a glove). SIZE. DOWN. I float between size 10 and 12, and an 8 was perfect. My 10 “backup” was just a bit too big. Does slowly ride up a smidge, but just a few tugs throughout the evening - nothing too awful and no wardrobe malfunctions. Paired with sheer black stockings, velvety black point toe heels, and a dainty choker necklace.

Sweetheart Mini Dress

Slate & Willow

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 12

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 168lbs

Bust: 38C

Wore for a formal work function in April. I was nervous it would be too "holiday" for spring, but it worked great as a staple LBD; lots of compliments and the fabric holds together well (not much stretch to it, so aim for your true size). The 10 was just a hair more snug than I intended, but the 12 I think would have been too loose. Being shorter at 5'3" I was concerned about the skirt length. It. Was. Perfect!! Right above the knee (perfect length for an evening work function) and just enough volume without being "poofy". I DO wish it had pockets though... I paired with black open toe heels like the model pic, Art Deco-esque drop earnings, and a bright red matte lip. Would rent again in a heart beat.

Dot Your Eyes Dress

Jill Jill Stuart

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Size Worn: 10

Usual Size: 12

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 168lbs

Bust: 36D