Susa Dress

Cecilie Bahnsen

4.5
(46 Reviews)

Product Details

This vibrant empire waist sun dress by Cecilie Bahnsen is the simple staple you'll love wearing on any occasion.

Materials and Measurements

Orange cotton (100% Cotton). Empire. Sleeveless. Square neck. Back zipper closure. 38.5" from bust to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 6-14, UK sizing

Model is 5'9.5 and wearing a size 8 UK

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (46)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Sophia's reviews
October 17th, 2025
OBSESSED

biggest regret is not purchasing this. i rented it for my honeymoon and it was absolutely perfect!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Monica 's reviews
August 22nd, 2025
So high fashion

I love this designer a lot. It’s so flattering even though it’s not form fitting. Everyone complimented me in this. I just loved the quality, distinctive details, and structure of this dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
August 12th, 2025
So comfortable plus bump friendly!

Wore this on my babymoon at 24 weeks and felt so comfortable all night!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Jinty's reviews
September 16th, 2024
OBSESSED

Wore this 473828 times and didn’t want to give it back. The flow of it is sooo gorgeous

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Lisa's reviews
September 9th, 2024
Beautiful dress!!

Loved the color! Needed a sticky backless bra for support due to the open back. Could be dressed up or down.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Alyssa's reviews
May 14th, 2024
Baby doll but make it chic

This dress made me feel incredible. So many compliments. The color is stunning. Small details really matter. Plus I got to eat anything I wanted!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Rachel's reviews
October 25th, 2023
Orange-dream-soda paradise 🍊

NEVER HAVE I EVER had so much fun with an outfit. If you know me I only own black clothes (therefore this app) but taking the risk was WORTH IT. Truly felt like I was in a dream while hiking up the mountain in this as it billowed in the wind during sunset. Like complete vibes…🥰🥰🥰 Shoulder straps were loose on my narrow shoulders but bodice is tight (this dress is made for others like me in the itty bitty tittie committee…so don’t rent or at least size up a lot if you are more generously endowed) I would 10000 percent rent again. 🌅

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Laura 's reviews
July 23rd, 2023
Amazing

I’m usually a size 6 on top and 12 fit perfect on me. I didn’t wanted to return it, so effortless and chic

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Jenny's reviews
May 16th, 2025
Beautiful dress easy to wear

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Megan's reviews
January 20th, 2025
Gorgeous orange

Dress feels amazing on. Pockets for the win.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 148lbs
Browse Olivia's reviews
December 30th, 2024
Loved!

This is a fun, funky piece. Probably better for smaller chested women due to the babydoll style, but otherwise adored it and the pockets were a bonus!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Meghin's reviews
November 17th, 2024
Love the color and fit!

This dress fit perfectly. I got so many compliments on the fit and color! I wore to a rehearsal dinner and an engagement party and I considered buying!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 133lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
October 9th, 2025
Great color and loved the style

Loved this dress! Wore it multiple times and received compliments on it every time, especially on the color. I’m usually not an orange person but this was just the right shade! Very comfy, cute open back detail, and pockets.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 137lbs
Browse Eboni's reviews
September 6th, 2025
Beautiful Bright Color

Omg…this dress is amazing. Compliments galore!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Rebekka's reviews
August 20th, 2025
Orange Crush

I'm not one for extra frills that add volume but in this case it flowed.This was an easy hot weather dress with pockets and lovely color.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 30B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Katherine's reviews
October 30th, 2024
Great quality, beautiful dress

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 158lbs
Browse Leslie's reviews
September 10th, 2023
Voluminous Meets Vivacious 🧡

This dress is a dream! It’s comfy, flowy and cute. The color is vibrant and looks lovely on many skin hues. And… It. Has. Pockets!!! My hubby and I paired it with a Ralph Lauren polo that matched identically. People had fun teasing us but everyone agreed it looked magical. Enjoy!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 108lbs
Browse Stephanie's reviews
August 30th, 2023
Super fun dress!

I looooved this dress. Got so many compliments and questions. One girl stopped me in the street! The color is lovely and the flow factor is fun and flirty

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 142lbs
Browse Olivia 's reviews
June 30th, 2023
Love love love

Spotted the minute it was dropped on RTR after seeing this brand at Nordstrom and had to try this dress. So glad I did. It’s a gorgeous color, crisp, high quality fabric with a little bit of shine. I have a bit of wider rib cage and the 12 fits snugly in the bodice but is not overly tight. There is definitely a lot of fabric and it’s a dramatic cut, so just be ready. Wore it out to dinner with sandals and can’t wait to find other places to wear it this summer. I would buy it right now if I could!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Melody's reviews
June 28th, 2023
Cute but huge

This dress was a showstopper! I got lots of compliments. The dress is HUGE though so size down. The fabric crinkles very easily no matter how well you steam it. The fabric is not as a soft as you would think and feels almost like pants fabric.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Conner's reviews
April 29th, 2025
Fun Summer Dress!

Great quality - easy to dress up or down. Fun summer dress!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Roxie ware's reviews
November 1st, 2024
Sooo flattering!

I LOVE this dress and would definitely rent again. The straps were somewhat long on me but still worked.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Catherine's reviews
September 17th, 2024
Fun!

Love this dress. Such a fabulous color, fit, and style. Perfect amount of party in the back and class in the front.

Overall Fit

Runs small

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Natalie's reviews
August 5th, 2025
great

wore with sandals

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Courtney's reviews
May 30th, 2025
Gorgeous and elegant.

Great to wear with flats or heels.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Adrienne's reviews
October 7th, 2024
LOVED this dress!

I got so many compliments on this dress. It was dramatic yet casual, perfect for a cocktail hour + dinner in Florida. Best of all, it's insanely comfortable with huge pockets. I will say - I am pretty small chested, and the top was very secure on me (not too tight, but definitely no stretch).

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 122lbs
Browse Elise's reviews
September 29th, 2024
Beautiful dress, runs small

I, unfortunately, couldn’t fit into this dress as it runs small in the rib cage (very surprising since I’m pretty slim in that area). I would recommend sizing up. It’s gorgeous and I was disappointed that I wasn’t able to wear it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 133lbs
Browse Lucecita's reviews
June 19th, 2024
Simple and Bright

This is a fun and large dress. I joked I could hide people in my dress. It was grand and flowed well

Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Mary's reviews
March 17th, 2024
So cute and makes you stand out.

I wore this on vacation with cute sandals and it was perfect with a nice tan/burn!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 133lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
October 23rd, 2023
This dress is incredible

This dress shocked me. You see it and you're like, "it's an orange sack." Nope, wrong. The fit, the fabric, the color, and the details are just exquisite. I wore this to a wedding as a backup option, and I have never received so many compliments, truly. It's comfortable and forgiving, but so flattering. It's just easy! Honestly you'll feel like a million bucks

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 148lbs
Browse Bes's reviews
December 5th, 2023
WOW. WOW. WOW.

this is in my top 5 rentals from RTR. the color is stunning on black women. the shape, the cute pockets, the thin straps...i mean i love everything about this maxi dress. i wore it to dinner on vacation with white sandals and had all eyes on me. i love the way it flows, the way it shines. it does wrinkle easily, but i tried to iron out as much as possible. i would buy if i could today. Definitely a keeper and repeat fit.

Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Julia's reviews
October 25th, 2023
Amazing

Beautiful color and fit. Received lots of compliments, couldn't recommend more!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 133lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
April 13th, 2025
I wanted to keep it!!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 32AA
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Cynthia's reviews
May 4th, 2025
Beautiful

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 28C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 112lbs
Browse Brenda's reviews
March 26th, 2025
Vibrant

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 190lbs
Browse K's reviews
July 17th, 2023
Small bust

I’m a 38D and couldn’t get the 12 over my chest.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 143lbs
Browse Jordan's reviews
June 4th, 2023
Great color!

Got so many compliments, however the straps were too long making it hang weirdly low around the armpit/chest area.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Catherine's reviews
April 6th, 2025
Fit everywhere but long straps

Fit everywhere except the straps were incredibly long. I had to tie them so that it would cover my chest.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 32AA
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
November 9th, 2024
Size up

I sized up on this because the last CB dress I rented was soooo tight in the chest. This one was good! But you could completely see my entire backside through the opening at the back of the dress. I embraced it and wore shorts underneath. The color is very kraft mac n cheese lol but it worked for a Palm Springs trip!

Overall Fit

Runs small

Chest

Runs small

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Iris 's reviews
September 8th, 2025
Cute but too small on bust

Also not as long as I thought

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