Karla's Reviews
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Caliente!!
This color is absolutely gorgeous. The cut and design is incredibly sexy and elegant. I am so very glad I read the reviews because it definitely runs a bit small. Now do keep in mind this is a British designer, so a US 6 is usually a 10R. It was a bit tight on me, I am at about a size 8 due to 10 extra lbs. 😉anyway, this dress is ideal for those with hourglass shape with smaller breasts. 🙋🏽♀️ i
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Kae Gown
Solace London
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B
Extraordinarily Small Fit
I could not wear this. I’m all for sexy and feminine but this dress runs is at least 2 if not 3 sizes smaller. The size slit goes up to just above mid thigh and I’m only 5’4”.
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Floral Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B
Easy, Cheerful and Femenine
We hosted a Cinco de Mayo cocktail party. I’m slightly above my usual weight. 5’4” 139 lbs, so nothing in my closet fit and I refuse to buy when overweight. 🤷🏽♀️ This dress fit comfortably and was so easy to accessorize. The fabric is flows and is very lite. Loads of compliments.
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Pink Multi Floral Maxi
Josie
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B
Lovely
The color and quality is wonderful. I’m small 34B, so I wish I had been able to get it in a smaller size for a better fit. I paired it with iridescent sequence pants and a Jacker not on the phone. This was a fun gala and seemed the right number for it.
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Pink Lori Top
Ramy Brook
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 136lbs
Bust: 34B
Spanx this Baby
Stunning Color! I mean it. I would purchase this dress if they had it in Petite size. I’m pretty fit, not skinny but a bit muscle and curvy. What I found is as I moved the sleeves were just too long for my frame. I think it may fit best on a tall gal. The fabric leaves no room for bulging, so get you finest spanx on and all is well. The weight of this is perfect for cool days.
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Tech Surf Dress
Tommy Hilfiger
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 136lbs
Bust: 34B
Don’t rent Bad Stitching
So, I absolutely loved the fabric’s print and feel. Unfortunately, I didn’t read the reviews because this type of fabric usually look great on hourglass shape. However, the mistake was made by seeing the lining to the skirt on the sides, zipper and back. It doesn’t matter if you are fit (unless you have no curves) this fabric gathers and it makes it impossible to wear. 😩
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Brown Floral Midi Skirt
Polo Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 136lbs
Bust: 34B
Unflattering
This just didn't do anything for my hourglass figure. The fabric is a bit dull and it fits very long on my 5'4" height.
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Black Stitched Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Not for me
It was very long on my 5'4" height and the fabric shows even the slightest imperfection on the body.
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Red Military Sheath
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Just ok
The fabric has lots of stretch. It is not forgiving at all, so Spanx are highly recommended.
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Alena Belted Dress
Susana Monaco
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
It wasn't that flattering
I decided not to wear this items. The fabric is a bit stiff and thus did not fit me well.
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Rima Skirt
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Delicious Design
Beautiful color, excellent material quality. Unfortunately it runs very small, so I couldn't wear it.
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Evergreen Arrowneck Dress
Bailey 44
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Sexy Elegance
Classic BM fit. It hugs every curve. I'm 5'4" 134 lbs and it but snug

Crisp Evening Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4P
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 34C
Classic Fashion Forward
This is one of my top go to designers. The cut, quality fabric and fit is outstanding. I am 134 lbs and 5'4" with classic hourglass shape. I could have worn the next size down.

Navy Cassandre Sheath
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 34C
Tres shick
Quite form fitting. Lovely and lively pattern. Neoprene fabric so no need for spanx. Would love to buy just not ready

Green Fern Print Scuba Dress
Yigal Azrouël
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 34C
Just sweet baby blue
This is a very nice lace fabric. Beware no stretch to it. I happen to have a bit of a bum so I'm glad bought a 6 instead of 4

Ice Blue Meredith Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 34C
Femenine and Flattering
Loved this fabric, cut and fit. Do order a size up as it is not at all forgiving around the waistline.

Green Garden Gate Dress
Keepsake
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 34C
Not a Summer dress
Heavy fabric and will definitely wear it in the Fall/Winter with tights. Very short
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Lucci Jacquard Dress
Greylin
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Simply Girly
This fabric is heavier than expected. It will probably be more of a Fall/Winter dress with tights and booties. I purchased this dress and the only issues I'm having is that the zipper is quite difficult to close.
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Black Pandora Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
The Little Red Dress
OMG! I am in love with this dress. Absolutely perfection for daytime occasions. Incredible cut and tailoring. The color is delish

Folded Red Cocktail Dress
Carven
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 34C
Understated Class
I'm still getting use to this new fabric. I like this dress. it was perfect for work. It does fit small, if you're even slightly over your usual size just go ahead and go up a size.

Navy Franco Cut Out Sheath
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 34C
Elegance and sensual
I'm in love with how BM understands a woman's body shape. The color was stunning against my skin tone. I weigh 129 lbs and I'm 5'4". The length was about an inch longer than ideal but it worked with my stilettos. The fit was a bit snug. So beautiful. I felt incredibly feminine I this dress.

Rebecca Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Trendy work style
It definitely runs true to size and even a little small. The fabric does not have any stretch, so it fit me quite snugly.

Mixed Print Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Classic beauty
Loved this dress. Gorgeous rich colors and weave. It does run true to size but please note that the fabric has no stretch and the cut narrows at the hemline, so my 38" hips just barely slipped through. I have a true hourglass figure once it was ok it fit just a little snugly because I'm in that between size 4&6. Lovely dress for any occasion.

Cranberry Jacquard Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Slimming
Fantastic cut and accentuates very curve. It does run small. I'm 5'4" and weigh 129 lbs and should have worn a size 42 and even 44. The fabric does have stretch which is wonderful yet heads up on wearing seamless undergarments. The one bad thing is that the fabric does tend to work as lint magnet. :-/

Giustina Colorblock Sheath
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
F is for Fabulous
I wore this to a business luncheon attended by about 600 guests. The dress is An absolute 10. This fabric is exquisite and it's almost like wearing spanx all over because it hugs your curves like a glove and like a sausage casing. I wear US size 4 or 6. I'm 5'4" and weigh 130 lbs and have an hourglass body shape. The fit was so femenine and got infinite compliments. The unfortunate oops was that somebody else had the same dress on. II didn't realize it until I saw pics on Facebook.

Burgundy Kate Sheath
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Not so hot
You know how there are dresses that help to enhance your curves... this does not. The fabric on this dress shows every extra oz you carry. So, be sure to order to sizes up so it falls on you. Or order one size up if you're in top shape. The fabric is ok not fabulous. It does have stretch.

Red Tulip Flutter Hem Sheath
twenty
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Casual Easter Sunday at Home Brunch
This is a pretty dress not luxury feeling just nice. It does run small and it doesn't have any stretch. Unfortunately I was hoping to wear with sandals but the size was just too small. It is also short. I'm 5'4" and weigh 130 lbs. I think I should have ordered a size 6.

White Out Sunflower Dress
Nicholas
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Moulin Rouge!!
I absolutely loved how feminine this dress is. The fabric is delicate and the cut is what I call "curvaceous friendly." There is no stretch to this fabric. I happen to have a Bum. So I ordered a size six which fit me loose. I am 5'4" and weigh about 129 lbs now. The last time I measured My waist was 28", and 38" hips. I have a feeling that he size 4 may have fit a little snug, but I'm not sure. Lastly the length was perfect. It fit just at the knee and because it is lace is its seems shorter. I felt sexy and classy all at once.

Rouge Suzette Dress
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Femenine version of the Suit
This runs a little small and the fabric does not have a ton of stretch. Best to get one size up for back up. I wore it for a work awards luncheon and it was perfect. Elegant and comfortable. Perfect for the hourglass body type
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Cambridge Yard Dress
4.collective
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Felt like a princess
I wore this to a business women's breakfast and received tons of compliments. I wore it dark blue pantyhose and booties. DVF does tend to run slightly small but this is a wrap dress so it was fine.

Red Jewel Mikado Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34C
Pretty Woman...Sexy and Elegant
Here is the deal. I had purchased two gowns for this season of parties. I decided to give RTR a shot. If it doesn't work no sweat. My hubby saw me trying it on and he said "Wow where are we going?" It accentuates a woman's body in all the right places even for my 138 lbs (at the time). I'm 5'4" and the regular was too long. My only wish is that I could have the option to buy it...at a discount of course. :-p
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Slow Burn Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6P
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 138lbs
Bust: 34B