Rachael's Reviews
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6 reviews
Bridal shower
I wore this for my bridal shower and it was lovely. The arms are a bit tight, but the waist and torso fit well. I didn't want it to look baggy in the body so I just dealt with the tight sleeves.
Blushing Envy Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 32C
Princess dress
I received plenty of compliments, and people told me I looked like Grace Kelly. Most of all, I felt great wearing it. This dress is beautiful and moves wonderfully when dancing. When you're not dancing though, the front looks much more structured than it does in the photo. You can see how the front looks in the side-facing photo. The material is somewhat heavy, but the top has an inner structure that holds everything up very well. The does not slip or move, which is great. It is much easier to get both zippers up if someone helps you dress. I dressed myself, but it took about 10-15 minutes. One thing to be aware of: this dress does not do stairs. There is an inner silk layer, a layer of tulle, and then the outer skirt. No matter how much you hold the dress up, your shoes will get caught in the tulle going upstairs. Going downstairs is fine, but if your event has stairs just make sure there is also an elevator available. Also, it runs extremely small, so go up a size or two when ordering.
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Cherry Blossom Gown
Reem Acra
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 32C
Very pretty in person
This dress is beautiful in person. It's very unique and photographs well. It fits well around the ribcage and highlights your waist nicely. The embroidery is nice and heavy so it won't get damaged easily. The top of the dress has an inner zipper and structure so it does not slip at all. The long length is LONG. I'm 5'7", and even standing way up on my tip toes the dress was at least 3" too long. Since the embroidery on the bottom is so thick, you can't use hem tape to shorten it. So unless you're super tall and wearing stilettos, get the regular length.
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Fontaine Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 0L
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 32C
Looked and felt awesome in the dress.
The dress showed off all of my curves, and I kept getting compliments on how great I looked in it. The straps are wider than they appear online, so it almost looks sleeveless from the front, rather than a double strap. The lace detailing looks wonderful in person, but does not show up in photographs. Also, the dress has clearly been worn a lot. There were snags and repairs in a lot of places, but other people didn't seem to notice.
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Such A Knockout Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 0L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 32C
I felt gorgeous, and so many people told me I had the best dress of the night!
I wore this for a black tie ball, and was told by multiple strangers that I had the most beautiful dress of the night. It is amazing to move in, the material flows so perfectly. I felt gorgeous in this dress!
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Take a Twirl Dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 32C
Classy and sparkly
These earrings are so versatile. They were perfect for my black-tie event, but would look great with any cocktail or formal dress, as well.
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Southern Plantation Earrings
Nicole Miller Accessories
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 32C