Essie Dress

ba&sh

4
(162 Reviews)

Product Details

This ba&sh maxi dress features a sleeveless design with a flowing silhouette and horizontal stripes in earthy tones. Its relaxed yet elegant feel makes it perfect for a casual day out. Pair with sandals and a tote bag for a laid-back, stylish ensemble.

Materials and Measurements

Off-white striped (90% Viscose, 10% Polyester). Casual dress. Cap sleeves. Crew neck. Pull-on closure. 48" from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized:

The model is 5'10" and wearing a size Small.

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (162)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Meagan's reviews
November 18th, 2024
I wanted to buy this so so bad! Will def rent again

I am OBSESSED with this style dress! It is heavy so if you don't like heavy material you may not like it. The shoulder pads are such a vibe. It's so flattering too.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

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Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34A
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Joan's reviews
June 15th, 2025
Love!

Very comfortable and flattering dress to wear during pregnancy. Material is pretty thick but wasn't too uncomfortable.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Amanda's reviews
May 19th, 2025
Fun knit dress

This knit dress was easy to throw on and feel a bit more elevated. The shoulders were a bit padded! Dress was not lined.

Overall Fit

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Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

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Hips

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Length

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Pear
Browse Allie's reviews
April 7th, 2025
So comfy and flattering

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 30B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Caitlin's reviews
February 4th, 2025
Super cute-is quite long

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Emily's reviews
January 18th, 2025
Great bump dress and for v thin people

It's clingy so gotta be careful at times but loved it with a 29 week bump. Got so many complements. Great for warmer weather in fall / spring probably too hot for true summer though

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 158lbs
Browse Olivia's reviews
January 13th, 2025
So comfy

Wore this to the office and to WFH since it’s so comfy! My only complaint is that the shoulders are narrow (looked funny with the shoulder pads) so I had to wear a jacket or top over it- but super cute once I did! Would rent again

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Runs small

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Ali's reviews
October 18th, 2024
the perfect summer to fall dress!

I absolutely loved this dress. So easy to throw on and super flattering. Wish I could keep forever!

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Lauren 's reviews
September 29th, 2024
Loved!

Was wary of the shoulder pads, but I loved this so much! It was super comfy, perfect length to wear with flats, and great quality. Pattern was fun and it was different but classic. Would rent again!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
September 24th, 2024
Xoxo

True to size, boyfriend was obsessed for some reason, very cool girl -- there are shoulder pads fyi!!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Sheri 's reviews
July 23rd, 2024
Great for work

I liked the knit for my cold AC office. Shoulder pads weren’t a bother.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Sydney's reviews
May 14th, 2025
super comfy

loved this dress it was super comfy!! it is heavy material tho. 2 things- the shoulder pads were like folded over and out of place in the fabric and there is no opening to grab it and reposition it or take them out if needed. also i think the photos of me in it were weird/ the stripes didn't photograph as well as i hoped!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 144lbs
Browse Morgan's reviews
May 2nd, 2025
Cute! Didn't like the shoulder pads

For TTS. Comfortable and doesn't show bumps. Was very much not into the shoulder pads but it was still a good look despite

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 151lbs
Browse Molly's reviews
January 9th, 2025
More flattering than expected

Would be cuter in the summer without a cardigan. I didn't realize it was yellow when I ordered, but it was cute!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
November 4th, 2024
Ehh about these shoulder pads

Four stars because i don’t find these shoulder pads flattering but I went ahead and wore the dress because it was otherwise cute and very comfortable. It is a little on the heavier side so i felt as the day went on it did stretch out a bit. Wasn’t too warm and ass all bash dresses it had a flattering fit.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Sabrena 's reviews
April 25th, 2025
Head up: has shoulder pads!

Heavy weight, didn't like the shoulder pads. But super cute with a jacket.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Mayra's reviews
August 26th, 2024
Size down

I thought I rented a small which is what I normally rent in knit dresses. Was afraid the dress would pull down and lose shape because of the weight of the fabric however it held up very nicely. Will rent again in small or extra small.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Rayleen's reviews
July 11th, 2024
Shoulder pads in cap sleeves.

I normally love this designer but was underwhelmed by this dress. It’s kind of just meh on and I was shocked that there are little shoulder pads. My shoulders certainly do not need any more accentuating and it seems odd in a cap sleeve. Material is heavy, I picked the wrong time of the year to rent. Would be better as a transitional dress with a light jacket.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Katie 's reviews
July 2nd, 2025
Great casual dress

Fit great. Cute for the office.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Julia's reviews
April 1st, 2025
why the shoulder pads

this dress is perfect except for the ridiculous shoulder pads that are sewn in. WHY!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 146lbs
Browse Victoria's reviews
June 18th, 2025
Work or everyday dress

Great fabric, not see through and good fit. Would rent it again

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Megan's reviews
June 16th, 2025
Perfect

I was cautious about the shoulder pads but they are flattering. I wore this for work and for vacation, touring the city in Boston. Loved it !

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Allison's reviews
June 10th, 2025
Great daytime dress

Wore to an easter egg hunt in middle GA. Material was comfortable in the warm weather but not sheer at all. Would be a great purchase from rtr. Could wear over and over, all year long.

Overall Fit

Just right

Length

Too Long

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 30A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 103lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
June 4th, 2025
Petite-friendly. So comphy and chic

I would have bought it but I wore it so many times that now I can't see myself wearing it again for a while :) I rented for a conference in Portland and it was instantly chic. Maxi, a little heavier material which made it quality and not cling anywhere. The neckline worked classy, small shoulder pads were not noticeable/issue if anything made me look better put together but naturally. Color was beautiful. I matched it with a similar golden brown corduroy blazer for evening. I wore to a neighbor's bday dinner on a warm night and it was perfect too. I would like to rent this in different colors!

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 20th, 2025
Perfect dress!

Fit so well, I sized up because I wore for a work event and wanted to make sure it was flowy. Got so many compliments!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Jana's reviews
May 18th, 2025
Shoulder pads??

I really like the fit of this dress. The material has a little weight to it and the knit fits nicely around curves. However, the shoulder pads are an odd touch. These were a bit bunched up too, which made it look even more odd. I used my long hair to cover my shoulders. This dress is baby bump friendly!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Brittany's reviews
May 17th, 2025
Flattering!

Falls perfectly and doesn't touch every curve (in the best way!) very flattering.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Amy's reviews
May 14th, 2025
Easy and flattering

Loved this dress! Great for spring travel. Flattering. Fabric is a little heavy and it does give shoulder pad vibes but I liked that. Would be too warm in summer I think. Would rent again

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Julianna 's reviews
May 8th, 2025
Loved this dress!

Wore several times and loved this fit, just wish it didn't have shoulder pads. Still cute though!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Sydney's reviews
April 23rd, 2025
Fun striped maxi

True to size, comfortable and cute! Shoulder pads are fun

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Ilayda's reviews
April 3rd, 2025
Love love love

If I could afford it, I'd buy it in a second! Comfy, fun, looked great with everything I wore.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 148lbs
Browse Stephanie's reviews
March 3rd, 2025
Flattering

Reminded me of something in the 80s. Was fun to wear and a flattering cut.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Petite
Browse Isabella's reviews
February 26th, 2025
Loved this dress!

This dress fit perfectly. It was comfortable and versatile. A staple for sure!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 169lbs
Browse Maggie's reviews
February 25th, 2025
The perfect dress

This dress was so comfortable and flattering. I received so many compliments! Length was great and was true to size.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
February 21st, 2025
Loved this dress!

Wore this dress during a weekend in LA, perfect with cute sneakers to stroll around town. I was 24 weeks pregnant and actually ordered a smaller size than normal based on the reviews and it fit perfectly, very stretchy dress. .

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Holly's reviews
January 28th, 2025
One of my favorites!

Loved the length and high quality, heavier material. Of note, there are shoulder pads but they are subtle.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Gracyn's reviews
January 14th, 2025
Amazing maternity dress

Loved wearing this during pregnancy! Great in the winter with a cropped sweatee

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 10"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Molly's reviews
December 1st, 2024
Perfect fit!

Loved dressing this up with boots and loved wearing it relaxing on a warm day outside with sandals. Versatile and awesome dress!

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
November 6th, 2024
High quality and comfy

Wore this 8 months pregnant and it would have been long if I didn't have the bump. I thought it was comfy and easy to wear, does have shoulder pads too just fyi!

Overall Fit

Just right

Length

Too Long

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Meredith's reviews
November 5th, 2024
Comfort with compliments

Great comfy dress for a rainy fall day. Flattering and received compliments. Runs a bit big and has weight, causing it to stretch while wearing. Would size down if I rent again

Overall Fit

Runs big

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