Sunshine Madras Dress

kate spade new york

4.5
(235 Reviews)

Product Details

This vibrant, plaid maxi dress by kate spade New York features playful ruffles and a flattering cinched waist, radiating a cheerful and summery vibe. Accessorize with simple sandals and a straw bag for a perfect picnic or weekend outing ensemble.

Materials and Measurements

Multicolored plaid (100% Cotton). Casual dress. Cap sleeves. V-neck. Pull-on closure. 54" from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: XXS-XXL

Model is 5'10 and wearing a size Small.

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (235)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 4' 11"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Susan's reviews
July 11th, 2025
SHORT GIRL FRIENDLY!!

Love love loved this dress! Got so many compliments! It has pockets too! My only complaint is that the bottom at the chest kept popping open so I had to secure it with a safety pin.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Runs small

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 22
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 40C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 235lbs
Browse Claire-marie's reviews
April 3rd, 2025
Sweeps you off your feet!

This is a very flattering, pretty dress. It can be worn dressed up or dressed down. Very comfortable, but the bust area was just a little bit too small for me.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Runs small

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Reshma krishnakumar's reviews
January 20th, 2025
Size down if you're pear shaped!!

It fit amazing! Sized down because I'm pear shared with tineey boobs

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Pear
Browse Ana's reviews
August 25th, 2025
Love the colors

This dress was super cute. It was a bit long for me. It was light weight so perfect for a hot day

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Jen's reviews
July 17th, 2025
Really pretty in person... so many compliments!

Easy to wear and super flattering on top, flown on bottom

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 195lbs
Browse Kerstin's reviews
May 8th, 2025
Love this dress!

It is a little revealing for us bigger chested ladies but really fun to wear.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Runs small

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Too Long

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Taylor's reviews
April 24th, 2025
Cute and comfy!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Cynthia's reviews
November 10th, 2024
Perfect fit!

So cute, comfortable, and fit like a glove. The drawstrings at the waist help cinch you in. Great fabric and a full skirt.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Meredith's reviews
October 25th, 2024
Wore this to a rehearsal dinner in Mexico

Overall Fit

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 32AA
Body type: Petite
Weight: 105lbs
Browse Miranda's reviews
September 30th, 2024
Crinkly, but cute!

Lower cut- probably wasn't the most appropriate for work, but I had a date after so I went for it. Hard to get the wrinkles out if you care about that sort of thing. So fun and light, tighter in the top but in a flattering way. I felt great in this dress and would get it again!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Paris's reviews
September 24th, 2024
Loved this one!

Absolutely loved. Kind of a lot of material makes a big skirt but still cute. The button on the top kept popping open and I don't even have a large chest.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 152lbs
Browse Zoe's reviews
October 17th, 2025
Yes

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Apple
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Maya's reviews
September 8th, 2025
So flattering!

I love how the empire waist flattered me. This was a super comfortable dress, and I got so many compliments!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 144lbs
Browse Valerie's reviews
August 20th, 2025
Flattering

My husband loved this one! I’ve rented a couple of times now!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Gabriela's reviews
August 19th, 2025
Bump friendly

Wore this while pregnant all the time. So comfortable!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Farley's reviews
July 25th, 2025
Easy to throw on

Easy to throw on for vacation! Perfect with sneakers or sandals

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 240lbs
Browse Audrey's reviews
July 24th, 2025
Surprised by the cleavage

Loved it but the clip for the cleavage didn’t stay no matter the bra I had which felt weird but it was great

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Haley's reviews
July 22nd, 2025
Adorable

So cute, fit wonderfully, flattering in the bust. Good length too. Wrinkled easily but I think the pattern helps to hide that.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Lesley's reviews
June 19th, 2025
Summery, happy dress

Lots of compliments on the dress. Ended up buying it but will need to have stitch added to the top to keep it better closed than the snap.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
May 13th, 2025
Perfect fit for petites!

Wore this dress for Mother’s Day lunch and loved how bright and cheerful the madras plaid was! Top part fit like a glove and while the vneck is low-cut, it is not revealing if you’re small chested (no bra needed; if you’re more well endowed, it can be very revealing.) You can cinch in the waist via a dainty bow tie and the rest of the dress is full, flowy and airy, full length if you’re short (I could’ve worn with flats for a more casual feel but wore 2 inch sandals). I felt like a princess and would consider buying this style dress in other prints!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Julie's reviews
March 27th, 2025
LOVE

This dress was fabulous. Great fit- might be a little revealing for larger chest but was perfect for me. Got tons of compliments. The fabric is a little on the heavier side so not the best in a super hot/humid place. But was great for end of summer!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
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
March 19th, 2025
Kate Spade Hit

I love the Kate Spade aesthetic.This dress was a pleasure to wear. Pockets.Cleavage snap.Sturdy fabric in pretty colors.Yes!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Robyn's reviews
November 7th, 2024
Great dress

Wore it all day for a wine festival. Love how you can tighten the area under the bust

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 195lbs
Browse Mandie's reviews
October 12th, 2024
Had to pin at the chest because it kept popping open but otherwise love this dress. So cute

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 32DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Martha's reviews
September 12th, 2024
Fun summer dress

Fit was great- a good amount of cleavage but did still fit my chest. Could wear a regular bra which I appreciated.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 132lbs
Browse Emily's reviews
August 12th, 2024
Perfect fit!

Loved it! Adjustable strap under the chest area and super airy and light.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 154lbs
Browse Stephani's reviews
August 4th, 2024
So cute!!

I loved the fit of this dress but had a hard time getting the wrinkles out enough to wear it. Also, the neckline is very flattering for the chest, but it wouldn’t be something I’d wear everyday or even to many events. (I’m probably too modest though!) I didn’t wear it, but sure wanted to.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 162lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
July 18th, 2024
Gorgeous

A little bit busty but so comfy. I wore the dress 3 times. A reunion and to Charleston sc and to lunch with friends. So darling.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 164lbs
Browse Robin's reviews
June 7th, 2024
Beautiful dress!

I received so many compliments in this dress. Will rent again or possibly buy!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Julie's reviews
June 6th, 2024
Must Rent!

So many compliments, true to size and very comfortable. Nice quality.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Zoe's reviews
May 30th, 2024
Very cute!

Very cute but must wear heels if you’re shorter.. I’m 5 ft 9 and I needed heels to not drag. Colors are beautiful though and classy.

Team RTR
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Abbey's reviews
May 27th, 2024
Team RTR review

Fits TTS. Material is on the thicker side but perfect for many occasions - can be dressed up or down. A little booby for bustier gals FYI

Team RTR
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 6' 0"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Kara's reviews
May 15th, 2024
Team RTR Review

Love, love, love. Very comfortable and flattering, and pockets!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Lynne 's reviews
April 23rd, 2025
Fun and Flirty

Wore the dress to a concert with my daughter. Fits well. Comfortable. Same complaint as everyone else. The dress is quite busty. I have small breasts, and this is how they looked in the dress. I also had to pin it closed so it didn't pop open. Recommend renting, but wear with caution.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Pear
Weight: 185lbs
Browse Kimberly's reviews
March 28th, 2025
Beautiful Spring Classic

Well made with vibrant color combo. Lots of material in the skirt- can be overwhelming and could size down if small chested. Nvery snug in chest for 36DD

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Runs small

Length

Too Long

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 38DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 190lbs
Browse Christina's reviews
October 13th, 2024
Cute print and dress

Clip near bust area would not clasp

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Rebecca's reviews
September 4th, 2025
Button will pop open if busty

Beautiful dress, but be prepared for bust button to pop open! Overall very flattering

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Alex's reviews
July 16th, 2025
Cute & different

A bit booby and button wouldn’t stay closed but cute pattern

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 156lbs
Browse Kristin's reviews
June 12th, 2025
Very low cut!

Had to wear a sweater all day. Button kept unbuttoning

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Ami's reviews
May 4th, 2025
Solid dress

Looks great on, straps are a little long so fell off shoulders. Wore it 28 weeks pregnant and it accentuated my baby bump in a good way.

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