Strapless Bow Gown

Badgley Mischka

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(141 Reviews)

Product Details

This Hollywood-inspired Badgley Mischka gown is the epitome of retro glam with an oversized bow and figure-hugging silhouette.

Materials and Measurements

Black velvet (92% Polyester, 8% Spandex). Mermaid. Sleeveless. Strapless. Back zipper closure. See size and fit notes for length measurements. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0-14. One length available. Regular measures 58'' from shoulder to hemline (recommended for heights 5'2''-5'6'').

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Reviews

  (141)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Kyla's reviews
May 16th, 2025
Great stretch and stayed up all night!

I had to steam the bow several times and it still kept folding at the corner - if you're type A like me, save yourself the heartache This was an incredible dress and fit like a glove but the bow drive me nuts

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Erica's reviews
February 20th, 2025
Classic!!

This dress is comfortable, sexy, sophisticated, playful, and elegant. Would be appropriate and a statement for any occasion. The velvet part has some give while the bust is less forgiving.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Trichelle's reviews
September 20th, 2024
PERFECT for a Wedding

I absolutely loved this dress! My mother didn't have a dress for my friend's wedding, so since we wear the same size, I rented this gorgeous dress for her and she stole the show. If I wasn't a bridesmaid, I would've definitely wore this dress!! It hides all imperfections and your boobs sit perfectly

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Linda's reviews
March 23rd, 2025
You may want to get 2 sizes

I had to size up as I have some winter weight- I received a ton on compliments-I’m not sure if it runs small but I normally wear a 2 and now a 4 but wear a 6 in this dress :)

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 130lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 22nd, 2025
Beautiful Gown, Luxe Feeling

Loved the velvet textured bottom that hugged my curves. I had to pull up the top a couple times as others mentioned, but wasn’t a distraction or bother to the evening. The bow held its shape and remained lifted which I was concerned about! The 4 fit perfect in length but just not the bust. I am larger chested so the 6 had to do. Length was very long on me in the train and had to wear 5 inch heels to keep it from dragging the ground. Overall loved my experience with RTR and will do it again. Such an easy way to borrow a beautiful dress you may only wear once.

Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Sophia's reviews
December 16th, 2024
Absolutely stunning

This dress was an absolute dream come true!! I received so many compliments and it fit wonderfully. It felt so incredibly expensive, very soft velvet and the bow was stunning. The bottom velvet portion is stretchy. The top portion with the bow has boning to give structure, but that also means no stretch. The bow is heavy too, I tried using fashion tape but it failed about a few hours in. I am a 38B and the 12R top portion fit me just right. I’d say if your cup size is any bigger, size up. I usually wear a 12 or 14 in bottoms and a size L in tops.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Erina's reviews
December 10th, 2024
Stunning formal dress

Loved wearing this dress to a winter black tie wedding! I would recommend sizing up- the velvet part of the dress has stretch but the top part with the bow doesn’t. I am normally an 8 and wore the size 10. The length was just fine with heels.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Kelly's reviews
December 9th, 2024
Stunning Dress

This dress was perfect for a holiday formal!! I did not want to send it back. Received so many compliments. My only complaint is that I did have to pull up the top multiple times through the night, but expected this after other reviews I read. The chest area was pretty snug on me, which is why I think I experienced this issue. But it wasn’t too bad. Fashion tape also helped. I would still highly recommend! For reference, I am 5’2” and wore 3” heals. The length hit the floor perfectly.

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Karla's reviews
December 6th, 2024
Amazing dress

I had a vision for Christmas photos and this dress fulfilled every single expectation! Top fit snug, probably not for a really busty woman.

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 172lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 23rd, 2024
It was a hit!

I wore this to the 75th National Book Awards ceremony, and it was a hit. I have large hips, thighs, and a bottom and usually wear a size 14 in jeans, but the 10R was great. I traveled with this dress, and it didn't wrinkle at all. 10/10, I would recommend.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Michelle's reviews
October 25th, 2024
Loved it but….

I loved this dress but I had to adjust the bow a great deal of the night since I’m pretty petite. Otherwise, got lots of compliments and so many women from that night said they would try out RTR. I need a referral fee for all people I refer here 😌😊

Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34J
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 170lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 27th, 2024
OMG

I have been a fan of RTR for many years but not enough to pull the trigger. I was having a formal birthday dinner and wanted something special. When I ordered this dress I thought the velvet would make the dress heavy which to my surprise was super light weight. I’m fully busted so taking a risk on a strapless dress was a big deal. It didn’t ride down a lot which also made me love it even more. I have an hour glass figure and ordered a 10 and a 12. I ended up going with the 12 just because of the girls. It was big in the waist. Also I’m 5’3” and didn’t have to wear super high heels. Truly after my breast reduction I might buy this dress because that’s how much I loved it.

Size worn:
14R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 175lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 6th, 2024
Hot to trot !

Got compliments and stares all night. Booby fit if you are busty but very classic chic. Comfortable as well and well made. Felt like a star on the red carpet ! Would definitely recommend.

Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 164lbs
Browse Ariana's reviews
December 18th, 2023
Show Stopper

I had both men and women stopping me to complement this dress asking where I bought it. I got two different sizes a size 10 and a size 12 the size 10 fit perfectly in the waist however, like everyone else said the bust was really tight and it would not zip up all the way the size 12 fit just right, but was not snug enough as I was hoping for. This dress had me feeling so glamorous and I loved every second of it! The bow was heavy. However, on the size 10 it did not droop but on the size 12 one side of the bow was folded a little, so I did have to fix that. This is definitely a must rent!

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 144lbs
Browse Kat 's reviews
October 26th, 2023
Fit perfectly!

I wore one of those adhesive-type bras underneath, and it seemed to help keep the dress up. I wore very short heels, and they were perfect. I am losing weight, so I was able to wear a smaller size.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Alyssa's reviews
October 4th, 2023
Perfect!

Flattering and elegant without being fussy. I did have to adjust it quite a bit (pull it up) as the night went on but likely just my body type. Easy to move and sit in, and was just the right length with 3” heels.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 126lbs
Browse Laura's reviews
August 29th, 2023
LOVE this dress, omg! It was my backup dress and I'm so happy I ordered it

This dress is so classy and beautiful. As suggested in other reviews, I safety pinned the bow to make sure it didn't droop. Since this was my backup dress I could only order one size and the size 8 wasn't available then. Probably could have gone w/the 8 for a closer fit. I absolutely rent it again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Joy's reviews
August 2nd, 2023
GORGEOUS!!

Absolutely stunning fit. Beautiful material, high quality, so elegant and classy. And the bow is the "piece de resistance" making YOU the gift!! It's giving "Beyonce Coke bottle" shape all day! You will LOVE it!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 28C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Karli 's reviews
June 9th, 2023
The perfect black dress

I could wear this every day if I had to!!! Such a fun dress to wear for a formal event. The bust slouched a little but was nothing noticeable

Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 165lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 5th, 2023
OBSESSED!

Obsessed with this. Size up though for sure! It was sooooo pretty and perfect for a black tie NYE wedding. It wasn’t very comfortable but I wasn’t expecting it to be.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Kathleen's reviews
December 5th, 2022
Gorgeous!

Beautiful dress but runs small in the bust

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Petite
Browse Cortney's reviews
April 3rd, 2025
Such a fun dress!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34DD
Weight: 136lbs
Browse Natasha's reviews
November 13th, 2024
Cute

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 158lbs
Browse Cristina's reviews
April 15th, 2025
Stunning

Boob tape is your friend! I taped em together and it made all the difference to make this dress perfect. I was worried about the boob/arm fat near my armpits and this 100% fixed that. I felt stunning all night. Very flattering dress 😍

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 176lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
April 6th, 2025
Great dress so many compliments

The dress was snug enough to keep up and we danced the night away

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 144lbs
Browse Marcia's reviews
February 27th, 2025
The dress was sexy. I wore it with pink sparkly mules. I received tons of compliments.

The fit was good-a little big in the bust. Everything else was perfection. I recommend this dress. It’s classy and sexy.

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 163lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
February 11th, 2025
Very comfortable, easy to wear

Really liked the dress was a show stopper!!! Just added simple silver sparkly heels and earrings didn’t over accessorize. Pull it up during photos or may look to revealing

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Yasmine's reviews
January 17th, 2025
Wow!!!🩷

Amazing! Definitely a show stopping piece. Wore this to a black tie event with dignitaries. I got so many compliments. This dress is velvet and has satin detailing. .

Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 180lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 27th, 2024
Fit like a glove

True to size. I’m 5’2” and it just barely touched the floor with low heels. The bust has a corset built it so it stayed up and snug. Not to mention I’m 4 months post partum and breastfeeding. So I’ve got some big knockers rn.

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 150lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 22nd, 2024
Unbelievably stunning

The bow is such a chic touch and the velvet is so flattering, I got compliments all night! And the length on it was just perfect! The bow was definitely a bit heavy so it was pulling the dress down with it, but body tape did (somewhat) help.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Amanda's reviews
October 20th, 2024
Big Bow Energy

TTS

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 28C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Valeria's reviews
August 6th, 2024
Beautiful dress!!! Loved for a wedding

Perfect! I would size down because of the material. Will say it wasn’t very comfortable to dance in, and was afraid the bow would rip off. Aside from that it’s sooo classy and beautiful

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 227lbs
Browse Ugochi's reviews
June 23rd, 2024
Perfect dress for heavily pregnant woman!

This dress was perfection! I'm 9months pregnant and for my best friends wedding this dress was comfortable! The silhouette was beautiful as well

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Ashley's reviews
May 9th, 2024
Loved!!

Favorite rental ever

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Browse Jessica 's reviews
April 30th, 2024
Homecoming Gala Ready

Perfection!

Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 7th, 2024
love this dress!!

the bow is def a little heavy so I used body glue to keep it up so I didn't have to adjust it. i wore 4 inch heels and it was a tiny bit long still. very beautiful dress!!

Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Browse Melissa's reviews
February 18th, 2024
Gorgeous dress but hard to dance in, the bow is heavy. I still loved it though!

Great for a black tie wedding.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Julianna's reviews
January 31st, 2024
Classy yet sexy!

I felt like a million bucks in this dress. I got compliments all night on how amazing this dress was. Very comfortable material and flattering. My only complaint is that the heavy bow made the top slide down all night, but to me it was worth pulling it up all night for how fabulous it looked!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Natalie 's reviews
January 28th, 2024
Fantastic and comfy dress! Length was perfect for a two inch heel, the velvet had great stretch.

Top was a bit tight, but the size 8 fit well-I usually wear a 10, def would’ve been too big. Got so many compliments, my fav RTR to date!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Olivia shanklin's reviews
January 27th, 2024
Flattering

Wore it for a formal dress. Loved it

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