Kerry's Reviews
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27 reviews
Tight seam below chest
Seam under bust was v tight and unforgiving—size up if you have a broader rib cage. Gorgeous shape though!
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Jill Dress
Area Stars
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Too small, different color than pic
Ordered in my usual size but they ran really small—couldn’t zip them. Color is more 80s acid washed than the light color in the photo.
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Stacey Flare Jeans
Joe's Jeans
Size Worn: 30
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Perfect summer casual dress
I got more compliments on this then on anything else I've worn this year. The linen was breathable and comfortable, and the print meant that the wrinkles were not as distracting. Would have bought it in a second if it were not $500.
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Lucky Pace Mini Dress
ALÉMAIS
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Tradwife cottagecore mess
Perhaps there are those who could wear this ironically, but I looked like an extra from little house on the Prairie, and not in a good way. my daughter asked me if I was going to turn butter. I felt an overwhelming urge to ask my husband for permission to drive the car. Not for me.
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Moonstone Dress
The Great.
Size Worn: 3
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Super small
Beautiful print but could not come close to closing around bust. At least 2 sizes smaller than as marked.
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Mara Tie Dye Dress
Kahindo
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Great color, but itchy
Tried to guess whether this brand was sized "fancy" or "normal" and guessed wrong--the XXL was very big on my size 14ish frame. Should have sized down to the XL. Gorgeous bright blues, but quite itchy.
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Blue Stripe Ranch Road Sweater
VEDA
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Extremely oversized
Just not flattering at all--I expected it to be not fitted but this felt like a parka. Obviously very lovely high quality, but a no for me
Two-Tone Crewneck Sweater
Tory Burch
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 166lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Better in theory than in practice
Loved the idea but it was simultaneously too much and not enough material. The crossover neck didn't work--would have needed a cami underneath. Very short in the front...and then massive sleeves. Just felt out of proportion. Didn't wear.
Plaid Dexter Top
Petersyn
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 166lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Light, flowy, too perfect for changing weather
Loved that it had sleeves but was still very light--perfect for that not-really-cold but not-hot weather in my part of the country in October. The fabric is wonderful--skims and flatters with a lovely open neckline.
Printed Ruffle Blouse
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 166lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Fun, bright summer maxi
Really cute, fun print. Fitted enough in the bust to avoid looking like giant sack. Wish the straps were adjustable--I had to pin them in the back.
Melon Cutie Maxi
Color Me Courtney
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 166lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Not for the busty
This was gorgeous in person--loved that the straps were wide enough for a bra. Alas, the cut is for the smaller busted among us--couldn't find a place for the girls in this dress. The rest of the fit is roomy and easy, but it just wouldn't work. Back without wearing.
Samba Batik Flower Printed Maxi Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 166lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Pretty but hot
Lovely drape but quite heavy. Good for the office, not great for hot summer days
Laguna Pants
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 166lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Elevated, sophisticated, but office appropriate
This was the perfect dress for my after-work holiday event. I'm usually a 14 in mass-brands but a 16 in more fashiony stuff--the 16 here was PERFECT. The main body of the dress is simple and the print is actually kind of boring--but the cape on one side is dramatic and elegant and gorgeous. Felt like a million bucks. Would like to wear exclusively clothing with capes built in from now on.
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Plaid Cape Dress
Prabal Gurung x RTR
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Fun, asymmetrical lines.
Cute but really roomy in the mid-section. Usually wear a 14/16 but the XL was way too big. I will size down next time.
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Light Grey Big Bomber Jacket
Bacon
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Really tight in bust
I am a 14/16 depending on brand and know that buttons can be tricky for my larger chest so picked the larger size. This 16 was just way, way too small in the busy--but also all through the torso. Returned unworn.
Sky Blue Shirt Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Easy and comfortable
Fabric has decent heft and skirt is lined, so worked well for the office and all the AC. Lovely color.
Revolution Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Very large
It's a loose fit, but definitely ran very large. I could have sized down at least one, maybe two sizes. Needed to pin to my bra to keep it from opening down to my belly button.
Giselle Romper
Trina Turk
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Bold, summery, giant
As everyone has said, these are enormous. I sized down to a L and probably could have gone to a M. That said, wore these to work and got compliments all day long. Definitely more ankle length for this 5'3" girl.
Cornelia Pants
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Great color and fabulous fabric
I loved this for work. Bright and cheery, luxurious fabric. I added a belt for some more shape. Would wear this in a million different colors and prints.
Floral Short Sleeve A-Line Shirtdress
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: 52
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Didn't work for me
Fit well, but just too much happening on the lower half to work for me.
Multi Polka Dot Maxi
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Cute and summery
Pulled a little in the chest--if you are larger busted, beware. No stretch there.
Yellow Plaid Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Easy to wear, retro style
Deep v meant I needed a cami underneath for work. Couldn't decide if the fathers hid my tummy or emphasized it, but was fun and comfy for work.
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Liberation Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Easy, polished look for work.
This is a very forgiving cut. I could have sized down everywhere but the bust, so I added a belt for a little definition at the waist. There is some asymmetrical detailing, but honestly, the print is busy enough that it's hard to notice. The wrist ties didn't bother me. The silk was gorgeous and the print was perfect for spring.
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Poppy Floral Shirtdress
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: 52R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Nicest house dress you'll ever wear.
Not sure I loved the silhouette--the knot in front didn't drape that well, but the material was gorgeous and it was super comfy. I could probably have sized down one.
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Jackie Knot Front Dress
Prabal Gurung
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Fun, springy floral embroidery
Unlined on bottom ruffle and waist band, so needed a slip under it to make it work-appropriate (and a navy cardigan). Perfect fit for me--defined waist but no pulling across chest or belly.
Floral Embroidered Mini Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Fun, spring top
The color was an light orange/yellow that was perfect for a warm spring weekend. I knew it was asymmetrical but didn't expect the non-elastic side to be quite so baggy. The inner strap was a little strange--not sure it served much of a purpose, but maybe would have if if sized down?
Tropic Orange Rouched Top
Genny
Size Worn: 50
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Cute spring dress--perfect for in-between weather and chilly office environment.
I'm short so could get away with bare legs at work. Got tons of compliments on it. Stretch in the waist band and roomy chest were a win for me. As others have noted, a little tight in the arms, comparatively, but worked for me!
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Joelle Dress
Parker
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E