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Bold, beautiful and loose
Gorgeous dress for summer weddings albeit a bit loose even for busty gals.

Floral Sequin Gown
Ieena for Mac Duggal
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
Inaccurate sizing
Sizing is very inaccurate. Couldn’t wear.

Mini Dancer Dress
Anna October
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
Comfy but boxy
Nice option for sweltering summer days but not the most flattering silhouette even with the belt. Easy to dress up for work or play.

Lydia Linen Mini Dress
Splendid
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
too long and loose
long, loose and frumpy. size down if you plan to wear.

Tiered Eyelet Maxi Skirt
Area Stars
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
small bust
really gorgeous dress that fits well below the bust, but ultimately unwearable for those with larger chests.

Flores Midi Dress
The Wolf Gang
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
odd proportions
odd proportions and very frumpy. didn't wear

Luna Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
comfy and chic
received so many compliments wearing this. super comfy and cute but slightly low cut even if you have a bigger bust.

Floral Glam Scarf Mini Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
Super cute but some sharp edges

Elisa Bag
Cult Gaia Accessories
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
Tight, short and poofy
I felt like a cupcake when I tried this on. Far too tight and far too poofy of a skirt. I’m on the shorter side but the skirt still barely covered my butt
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Floral Tank Dress
Jewel x Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Sheer
Breathable but sheer
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Zima Mini Dress
LoveShackFancy
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Cute for brunch or work
A little long on petite ladies - too long for a midi but too short to be a true maxi. That said, it was a nice transitional piece from winter to spring and versatile enough for brunch and work
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Lace Detail Slip Midi Dress
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Never wore - odd proportions
Oddly proportioned but nice color
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Celiana Knit Combo Top
SIMKHAI
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Spring wedding friendly
A little snug in the waist and slightly short once heels are on but still a stunner
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Lavender Sequin Gown
Donna Karan New York
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Runs small
Never wore since it ran small
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Fallen Rose Maxi Dress
For Love and Lemons
Size Worn: XLR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Small and itchy
I was excited for this one but it was incredibly itchy - I could barely last a full day in it. Also a bit more cropped than I realized.
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Black Ring Detail Sweater
Eudon Choi x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Bold and versatile
This was a fun top for winter > spring transition weather. It's very versatile as I was able to wear it out with friends and to the office. It's just a little long and wider in the chest than I expected, but I don't think that was noticeable to anyone but me.
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Camille Fitted Blouse
Saunders x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Bulky
I was so excited for this since it looked so similar to Cameron Diaz's cost from
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Shearling Jacket
NVLT
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Perfect for work parties or GNO!
Loved this dress. Super easy to dress up for work parties or for a night out with friends.
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Carly Sequin Dress
retrofête
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Fun and bold
I wore this on a few winter trips this year and it was a definite standout. Perfect for après ski or to add a kick of fun to your work wardrobe. Surprisingly warm even in the mountains. I almost bought it!
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Mock Neck Top
Ronny Kobo x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Cute but stretches easily
Received tons of compliments and it's cute for going out. However after one wear it stretched out very easily so it started to get droopy. I'd recommend sizing down overall
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Sweetheart Neck Sweater
Ronny Kobo x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Like wearing a pillow
I loved this coat. It was perfect for my winter southwestern road trip whether I was riding horses in the desert or doing apres ski on the slopes. I frequently fell asleep in it during long car rides and felt like I was wearing a pillow. My only complaint is that the lining sheds A LOT and it's very noticeable if you're wearing dark clothes beneath it. If it didn't shed so much, I would have bought it.
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Patterned Shearling Biker Jacket
NVLT
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Enormous
I sizes down after reading reviews but think I could have sized down 2-3 sizes. I couldn't wear it since it looked overly bulky.
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Barbour Reeth Quilt Coat
Barbour
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Cute but runs big
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Silk Charmeuse Midi Skirt
Club Monaco
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Cute but ran big
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Brooklyn Dress
Ted Baker
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Fun vacay dress
Felt like Barbie wearing this on a seaside vacation! Fits a little tight in the bust but that’s not a dealbreaker for me. My only flag is that the zipper track jutted into my underarm which felt scratchy at times but I loved the dress otherwise.
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Mini Corset Dress
Esteban Cortazar x RTR
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Sizing is very off
Way too short and snug in the waist. Couldn’t wear it at all.
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Seine Skirt
Rodebjer
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Odd proportions
The dress looks looser and more bohemian in photos. In person it's way too snug and unwearable.
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Giraffes Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
SO FUN
Such a fun dress! Be ready for multiple compliments and comparisons the J.Lo's iconic Grammys dress. A smidge tight in the bust but it's not that noticeable given the pattern.
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Calypso Dress
The Wolf Gang
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
Fun fall/winter dinner dress but odd proportions
Cute dress for a nice dinner but a little loose in the chest and tight in the waist.
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Dark Florals Mini Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
Cute but a little tight
The fit was a little tight around the waist and one of the straps kept falling despite multiple adjustments. The hook closure kept digging into my back so I had to undo it halfway through the night. That said, it's a very cute, fun, and flirty outfit.
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The Imina Jumpsuit
Fame & Partners
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
Beautiful!
I decided to size up so this ran a bit large, but I covered it with a blazer so no one really noticed. The emerald color is stunning in person and I received plenty of compliments on this dress. I'd buy it if I could.
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Green Lace Sheath
Adelyn Rae
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
Loose in the bust but cute
I like this dress overall but noticed it ran a bit large in the bust. Received lots of compliments though!
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Red Foil Geo Ruffle Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D
Too big, hard to zip
I ordered the two sizes I fluctuate between but the dress was still too loose. Despite this, I couldn't get the zipper to work properly on either. It kept getting stuck on itself even when no fabric or sequins were in its way. Both sizes also had a few loose threads where sequins had previously fallen off. It's a nice dress but I ultimately chose a different RTR option.

Green Golden Flower Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
I sized up and the bust was still tighter than usual but I still received tons of compliments!
Tighter than anticipated but still comfortable enough to wear while dancing the night away.
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Abstract High Low Gown
Parker
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 183lbs
Bust: 36D