Red Cascade Gown

Badgley Mischka

4.5
(151 Reviews)

Product Details

Short sleeves add a sporty feel to this elegant red Badgley Mischka gown. Wear it with the Midnight Short Tassel Earrings by Oscar de la Renta.

Materials and Measurements

Red crepe (100% Polyester). Short sleeves. Boat neckline. Gown. See size and fit tab for length. Imported.

Size and Fit

This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size up for backup (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized: 0-16 and plus 18W-20W.

BUST: Great for any cup size - comfortable room at bust
WAIST: Fitted - dress fitted throughout midsection
HIPS: Fitted - comfortable room for hips
LENGTH: Two lengths available. Regular measures 58'' from shoulder to hem (recommended for heights 5'2''-5'6''), Long measures 61'' from shoulder to hem (recommended for heights 5'7''-5'11'').

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a nubra or no bra.
FABRIC: Fabric has some stretch
GREAT FOR: Athletic, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Petite, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10".)

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Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Size worn:
10L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36H
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
April 29th, 2025
Incredibly comfortable fabric

Fit like a glove. Got so many compliments on the simplicity of it.

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Aviva's reviews
April 12th, 2024
Absolutely loved!

This dress is so beautiful, flattering and so comfortable! The color is the perfect shade of red! Perfect for an evening wedding.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 6' 0"
Body type: Athletic
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 7th, 2023
Belle of the ball.

A little snug. Possibly size up. If you are over 5'10 order a long.

Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Pear
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Alexis's reviews
November 14th, 2022
Stunning Dress

Have a pear shape, wore larger size to accommodate hips. Made the top slightly blousy, but it was very flattering. I would suggest wearing the Skims bodysuit with shorts, it has a built in open backed bra top that works perfectly with the open back on the dress.

Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 130lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 23rd, 2018
Show Stopper

This dress was absolutely stunning. The fit was perfect, although high heels are a must. I decided to go very simple on jewelry and wear only drop diamond earrings which let the dress really do its thing. Form fitting yet comfortably modest. Would rent again!

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 28C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
July 7th, 2025
Formal Wedding

Such a beautiful dress

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 162lbs
Browse Jen's reviews
December 28th, 2023
Loved loved this dress!!

I did end up wearing 16R but 14R would have been better up top. I got so many compliments and felt beautiful wearing it. Would definitely buy this one or rent again, fabric is forgiving and I loved the back

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Nora's reviews
June 2nd, 2022
Stunning and so comfortable!

This dress was 10/10! It was a second choice after another dress wasn't available. The red is a very flattering shade. It feels very luxurious and well-made. TTS, I got the 2R and 4R and the 2 fit a little better, snug but not tight. The wedding was in Chicago so I was worried about being chilly - the top layer is heavy enough to keep you warm but still light. I wore a half slip because the lining/zipper area was bunching when I tried it on - the slip was perfect, kept everything smooth and laying flat. I used fashion tape on the shoulder area because I'm not used to a low back dress but it does have grippies to keep everything up. I'm 5'6" and wore 2-3" heels, dress was a perfect length.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Karissa's reviews
May 15th, 2022
Perfect for a red dress gala!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Felicia's reviews
May 8th, 2022
Perfect for gala.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Rita's reviews
December 22nd, 2021
Oh, yeah!

Loved this gown! It hugged in all the right places but wasn't too tight. The back is special (but don't wear a normal bra strap). I'm usually a size 8, this size 10 fit perfectly. The color is also beautiful. All in all, a great gown.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
16R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 18
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 210lbs
Browse Caroline's reviews
December 9th, 2021
Loved this dress and the color!

The fit was great and not extremely snug. I am 5'4 and a normal size 14. It was a little long but overall great.

Size worn:
4L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
September 13th, 2021
I received so many compliments on this dress!! It fit like a glove & was so incredibly flattering.

I'm 5'7", about 135 lbs. I wore the 4L & with my 3 inch heels the length was perfect. This dress fit me like a glove & was SO flattering & comfortable. I didn't want to take it off at the end of the night! I felt so elegant & received many many compliments.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0L
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Daniela's reviews
May 16th, 2021
The most elegant gown.

A stranger told me I looked like 'an actual princess'. Total show stopper. The size 2 fit true to size. I rented this twice and wore a 0 the first time. Fit well but a little snug in the ribs. I'm on the taller side and wore 4" heels. If you are tall go for the long. If only the regular is available get it anyway. You won't regret it!

Size worn:
12R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Lauren's reviews
February 11th, 2020
Perfect dress for attending a gala!

Size worn:
10L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 18
Height: 5' 9"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Brigette's reviews
October 17th, 2016
This dress is a show stopper!

This dress is WOW! I'll admit I wasn't crazy about it online (it was sent as a back up replacement) but once I tried it on I immediately fell in love. This material is thick and hides a lot of problem areas and the red color is so bright and stunning! I received compliments all night long because it was so elegant and classy but eye catching at the same time. The most beautiful part in my opinion is the back. Overall I would highly recommend this for a formal affair!! Comfortable too, I was able to dance all night!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8P
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 131lbs
Browse Ashley 's reviews
March 6th, 2021
Be okay not wearing a bra

Undergarments were not able to be worn - but the dress was very pretty

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6L
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 143lbs
Browse Ashley's reviews
February 26th, 2020
So beautiful in person

Fit was great, it had some stretch for sitting down and bending over. I got compliments all night!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 126lbs
Browse Victoria's reviews
February 17th, 2020
Comfy AND classy

I loved this dress! It fit pretty true to size, I usually wear a 0-2. I'm 5'3" and with heels, the Reg length just hit the ground. The fabric has a little give, so nothing was too tight when sitting or dancing. The front is really conservative, but the low back gave it a little glam. The red is a true-red and not orangey like some others I tried. With the low back, I wore a backless sticky bra as there isn't really a lot of support built in.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
February 10th, 2020
Lots of compliments!

This dress was perfect for my cousin's black tie wedding. Very classic and true to size. I'm 5'6" and I wore the 0" reg with 4 inch heels and the length was perfect.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Susan's reviews
January 24th, 2020
Used this for Christmas, New Years, formal events.

Fits very well. Packs well for travel.

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Other
Browse RTR Member's reviews
August 13th, 2019
Perfect for our engagement photos!

Fit well on my 5ft9in frame, ordered in size 6 and 8, the 8 fit better

Size worn:
4L
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
April 15th, 2019
Gorgeous

Loved the dress. I got the long because I wanted it to lay slightly on the ground. The red has such a nice pop. Would love to wear this again!

Size worn:
10R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Katherine's reviews
April 7th, 2019
Loved this dress!

I received a lot of compliments on my dress at our gala! It was comfortable and easy to move in. I wore 3in heels and the 10R was the perfect length. I was able to wear a normal bra but moved the back down. This is hands down the best dress I've rented from RTR and will definitely rent again in the future!

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 148lbs
Browse Alicia's reviews
March 27th, 2019
I looked amazing and I felt perfect! For a Milvet Ball, it was amazing!

The dress adjusts itself to the curves, the size was perfect and very flattering, it is very elegant and the fabric is neither too hot or too cold. It was the best decision I made.

Size worn:
4L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Kerrie's reviews
January 29th, 2019
Scottish Doo! Dress was perfect, I felt a bit special in a room full of black and blue dresses!

The dress fabric and lining really accentuate the frame of this dress. The color was so pretty and stood out in a room full of Scots! My first time using the service but I wouldn’t hesitate to use again. Very convenient, easy to return and the dresses arrived looking stunning!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12L
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Kathryn's reviews
December 13th, 2018
ORDER THIS DRESS

This dress was perfect for the formal holiday party that I attended. I am 5'11", and wore 3 inch heels, and the long size perfectly grazed the floor. It's slightly fitted from the top down to the tops of the thighs, then it falls. I'm typically between sizes 10 and 12, and I ended up wearing the 12 because it fell more naturally. The deep V in the back is stunning, and I received compliments all night. Highly recommend!

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Browse RTR Member's reviews
December 5th, 2018
Absolutely stunning gown

There was a small snag in the side that needed to be hemmed back together. But, it wasn’t very noticeable! Loved having the backup options just in case.

Size worn:
2R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
November 21st, 2018
Comfortable, Confident, Compliments!

I loved this dress! It is beautiful and was so comfortable. I wore 3 and 3/4 inch heels and it was still a little long. I wore the 2R and got the 4 as a backup. I think I could've worn the 0, as the 2 was a little loose.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10L
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Chris's reviews
November 20th, 2018
Gorgeous dress!

Loved this dress, really felt like a movie star. It's simple but glamorous. The only mistake I made was not to buy a backless specialty bra. I'm a 36E and can't do the stick-on bras, I really need the support of an underwire. I ended up wearing a strapless and just pulling it down in the back, which made my boobs look squished. Again, my fault not the dress's. I'm 5'9 and wore 3" heels. The long length was perfect

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 146lbs
Browse Mihiret's reviews
November 11th, 2018
Love the color

Many complements

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Jackeline's reviews
October 14th, 2018
Gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous

I loved everything about it, the open back, the silhouette, the feel of the fabric.

Size worn:
12R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Attalia 's reviews
August 9th, 2018
Beautiful color and great fit

Pros: beautiful dress, got lots of compliments. As I am busty I had to go up a size which gave a looser fit which was great after dinner. Because I'm busty I had to wear a bra - we tucked the back in to my bra (can't go without it) rather than let the back of my bra show. Cons: length for tall ladies - even though I went up a size I had to wear flats. Not the worst thing in the world but for those are tall grab the Long version (I wore another version of this dress for another wedding and even the Long I was in flats).

Size worn:
10R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 147lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 13th, 2018
Excellent quality, quick shipping, multiple $ options!

#glamorous #classy #gorgeous Loved this elegant dress - the dip in the back isn't as traditional looking as the pictures of the dress look on the Runway App which I loved. I'm definitely an inverted pear shaped body and was worried this size would be too tight or too big hugging terribly at my belly. I wore a size small spanx (just above the belly button) and on my short body it worked amazing! I probably should have figure out a way to wear 5" heels but was in a rush helping my sister out for her first big event and grabbed some 4" heels which worked just fine. It dragged only a little. Overall so in love with this gown!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Browse Jill's reviews
March 2nd, 2018
So easy!

I'm not the easiest size to fit. But for our REMAX International Conference with all the same people taking pics snd posting them every year on the same social media sites, well, you can't wear the same dress each year, right? So happy I gave this site a try. I got lots of compliments on the dress, it fit well and not too snug. I'm about 5'4" and with 2" heels it was fine, no problems on stairs. Might have been a tad better with 3".

Size worn:
6R
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 0
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 3rd, 2018
Engagement Photos

This dress is seriosuly amazing. Fits perfectly and is so comfortable.

Size worn:
16R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Athletic
Browse Amber's reviews
December 20th, 2017
Great for a formal affair!

This was a great hidden choice. I was going to an awards show and needed a dress but wasn't feeling fit. I decided to go RTR and tried on tons of formal wear that I would have been uncomfortable in. This fit great and I was less worried about my stomach showing. Cons- I still needed Spanx and although I am normally a 12, I had to wear a 16 in this dress.

Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 14
Browse Hannah's reviews
December 8th, 2017
The color is sensational! All eyes will be on you. This is perfect for your black tie event.

The material is very comfortable. It pulls in the right places and gives in the right places. The cut is flattering for all body types.

Size worn:
4L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
December 6th, 2017
Timeless.

I wanted a classic red dress for Christmas photos. The dress ran very true to size, and the long was actually long enough for me - 5’8.5”. The lining rides up a cinch and the dress shows every curve so wear your spanx! I absolutely loved it and wish I had gotten to keep it. Pictures will last forever.

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Jodi's reviews
November 20th, 2017
I received compliments all night on this dress. Such a beautiful fit and color!

Fit perfectly and very flattering for curvy girls :) Comfortable, stretchy, and ran true to size!

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