If you dislike dressing for Black Tie events (like me), this is the perfect dress for you. I feel like myself in it but also dressed up. It is very comfortable, very flattering (works well with my curves), the low cut and sparkle give it just enough extra to make it fancy enough for Black Tie. Forgiving of my tummy. Feels age appropriate for middle age while not matronly. My only issue is that it is not floor length on me, which makes it feel less Black Tie appropriate, I wish I'd ordered a long.

Metallic Knit Gown

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: 14R

Usual Size: 12

Height: 5' 8"

I didn't end up wearing them because I couldn't find a neckless to coordinate well but they were nice. They do not twist anymore.

Twisted Linear Pave Post Earrings

Alexis Bittar

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Size Worn: None

Usual Size: 12

Height: 5' 8"

I didn't like the way it looked around my tummy.

Emerald Scarlet Gown

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: 16WR

Usual Size: 12

Height: 5' 8"

Really great in person. Gorgeous material. My favorite dress so far. Cut and material both work well with curves. The low cut also helps with fit for the large chested, if you don't mind a showing some cleavage.

Sequin Allison Sheath

Dress The Population

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Size Worn: XLR

Usual Size: 12

Height: 5' 8"

Didn't like the way it hung, showed too much bust/ arm and wasn't forgiving of the tummy area. Probably not the best cut/ dress for curves but might work well for more of a strait body type.

Glitz Gown

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: 14R

Usual Size: 12

Height: 5' 8"

Looks good on curves but was a tad too loud for my occasion with the combo of colors, leg showing and ruffles. The material and cut are both good for large bust and forgiving around the tummy. I didn't end up wearing this one.

Red Ruffle V-Neck Gown

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: 14L

Usual Size: 12

Height: 5' 8"