Ali's Reviews
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23 reviews
Stunning dress
I wore this to a black tie event with colleagues and clients. It was conservative enough for the event but the beading and semi-illusion neckline made it a great dress for a young professional. The dress is extremely flattering and the beading is beautiful. I got compliments all night. I wore short heels because the dress was not long enough for my nicer heels. I'm 5'5 so potentially order a long if you're much taller.
Nightingale Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Great dress - runs large
I rented this for a birthday dinner. I normally size up in Elizabeth & James but rented a small and it was huge on me (normally wear a size 4). I know it's supposed to be loose, but I would recommend sizing down if you're on the fence. Otherwise, a very pretty dress. The lace is gorgeous.
Glorietta Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Great bag for day trips
I've rented this bag twice for vacations. It's great to carry when you'll be out all day - I could fit two water bottles in addition to my normal purse items. It was stylish but very functional. You could easily fit an iPad or kindle in the bag but i doubt a laptop would fit. One word of caution: some of the black coloring transferred onto my kindle cover.
Black Mini Backpack
Loeffler Randall
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Beautiful dress!
I absolutely loved this dress. The fit is very flattering, the print is fun but not overwhelming and it has pockets. I wore it to work and to a play and got compliments on both occasions. It does run true to size.
Crisp Floral Print Dress
Suno
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Bright bold dress
This is a great dress! The print is definitely very bright and it was a fun dress to wear out to dinner. I got compliments all night. It does run true to size and I found the cut outs very flattering. I'm 5'5 and this dress was the perfect length for flat sandals.
Electrolight Dress
Mara Hoffman
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Beautiful dress for fall
I rented this to wear to work and it was a great dress. I got a number of compliments. The print is beautiful and the fit is flattering. I would say that it runs true to size. I'm normally a size 4 and the small fit well. The hems are unfinished but it didn't bother me for a rental - the dress still looked great for a professional setting.
Mariana Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Gorgeous leather jacket
I loved this jacket - the style was great and very flattering. The leather was incredibly soft and looked great. I would say it runs a little small. I normally wear a size 4 and the medium fit but only with a light tee underneath. The arms were a little snug.
Hailey Leather Moto Jacket
Marissa Webb
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Loved it so much I bought it
I originally wore this dress while traveling in Europe over the summer. It's a great travel dress - it doesn't wrinkle and is cool enough to wear while out walking in the hot weather. I kept thinking about it over the next two months because I loved it so much (great fit, beautiful colors) and ended up buying it. I'm a 4 and probably could have worn the XS but I liked a bit of extra room in the S.
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Kaleidoscope Printed Shift Dress
Matison Stone
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Great work dress with a pop of color
I loved this dress! I wore it to work and got compliments all day long. It fit true to size, but seemed to be narrower through the hips than other DVF dresses I've tried. This was fine on me (small hips/butt) but might not work for others. Also, it seemed to be missing a slit in the back - it rode up whenever I took the stairs. Minor issue, but it was annoying throughout the day.
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Minetta Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Stunning necklace
I loved this necklace! I wore it with a strapless dress to a wedding and it was perfect. Classy but it added a fun twist to pearls. It is a larger necklace but it laid nicely on my neck.
Ivory Pearl Jackie Necklace
Lulu Frost
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect summer wedding dress!
I wore this to a late summer wedding for a colleague. This dress was such a fun pop of color and fit true to size. The built in bra was fantastic and didn't dig into my chest, which I appreciated. The dress also stayed in place while dancing! Definitely a winner.
Pucker Up Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Even better in person
I didn't love the photos of this dress but it is gorgeous in person. A great color, nice length and not too tight at any spot. As an added bonus, it has pockets! I debated buying this dress for a while (and still might).
Azale Sundown Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Lovely dress
I loved the top of the dress and thought it was a lovely summer dress. I wore it to work but I could see it working for many occasions. My biggest complaint was that it came very wrinkled and then it became wrinkled almost as soon as I put it on. Also, it does run large - I normally wear a 4 and the 2 had some room to spare.
Chambray Hatch Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Great summer dress
I loved the bright summer colors of this dress! It fit true to size and was a nice change for my work wardrobe. I think it would work for an afternoon social event as well. My dress did not have the belt as pictured on the model. Also, the dress got very wrinkled throughout the day. The picture is from the end of the workday.
Multi Cape Stripe Shirtdress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Lovely work dress
This was a great dress to change up the work week. It fit true to size. My only complaints were that it was a little long - just past my knees and I'm 5'5 - and it was of a heavier material that made it less of a summer dress. The dress was of a beautiful quality though.
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Black and White Cape Stripe Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Beautiful color
This dress had a bright, vibrant print that spiced up my work wardrobe. I paired it with a white cardigan to make it office appropriate. It was a very cute dress and fit true to size. Like other DVF dresses, I found that it fit my chest well but was large through the hips. I have a narrow frame and hips so this isn't unusual.
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Topanga Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Nice quality
The jacket was of a nice quality and fit true to size. I didn't end up wearing it because it was of a heavier blazer material and it was a very hot week.
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Beige Stripe Blazer
Paper Crown
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Beautiful purse but too heavy
This purse is beautiful and is made of high quality materials. I felt very secure carrying on a recent trip through Europe and the color really popped. The one huge downside is that the bag alone is very heavy. Once I put in my wallet, camera, etc, the bag was extremely heavy - really too heavy to comfortably carry on an all day walking tour.
Blue Hayden Satchel
Gigi New York
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Beautiful color for a summer work dinner
I really loved the color of this dress - it made me stand out at a work event. The fabric was a nice quality and I had no issues wearing a normal bra/undies. It ran a little large on me but I have very small hips and I think a 2 would have been snug for a work event. Overall, a hit!
Aqua Carrie Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Cute summer dress
I loved the pattern of this dress and the fact that is had pockets! It was very comfortable and a forgiving fit. My one issue is that the top was a little loose and low. I ended up using some fabric tape to keep the bottom together and it worked out great.
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Velentia Dress
TART Collections
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Vibrant color; great for work
I ordered this dress through Unlimited and really loved the vibrant blue color. It fit true to size and had a bit of stretch, which was nice. The only reason I deducted a star is because it arrived very wrinkled and then wrinkled throughout the day. I had planned to take it with me on a work trip but ended up leaving it at home.
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Blue Citra Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
A classy dress with a pop of color
I loved the bright color of this dress! I stood out in the sea of black at a benefit. It ran true to size and paired nicely with a black blazer and black fleece tights (it was only 5 degrees out) but would also look nice on its own.
Swing It Dress
Rachel Roy
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Fun on trend dress!
This dress is extremely form fitting and runs small. I had worn other E&J dresses in a 4 but the 6 was a snug fit. It was a great color and the cut-outs were in a tasteful/cute spot. I didn't wear a bra and don't think you would be able to. A great dress for an outdoor event in Dallas!
Blue Phoenix Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D