Zaire Open Back Gown

Nicholas

4.5
(113 Reviews)

Product Details

This sultry figure-skimming gown by Nicholas is the jaw-dropping formal piece that always makes a statement featuring an open back and dramatic slit.

Materials and Measurements

Black jersey (60% Viscose 35% Nylon 5% Elastane). Sheath. Long sleeves. Crewneck. Side zipper closure. See size and fit notes for length measurements. 26" slit. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0-12. 

Model is 5'9.5 and wearing a size 4.

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

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Reviews

  (113)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Caroline's reviews
March 19th, 2025
Killer back!

Loved this even though it was a littler shorter than I usually choose. The spot makes that easy to ignore and who even cares about the front when the back is so amazing?

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Ashley's reviews
August 10th, 2025
Perfect gown

The cuts in the dress were amazing, thick material

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Samantha 's reviews
March 25th, 2025
Great dress!

This rental fit perfectly. The material is thick and comfortable. Material is best for fall or winter. I’m 5’4 and didn’t need much of a heel. Keep that in mind if you’re taller.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 113lbs
Browse Melody's reviews
January 2nd, 2025
Gorgeous!

Classy, sophisticated, sexy AND comfortable! I wore this New Year’s Eve. The material is thick and stretchy. I didn’t need to wear a bra. I love the balance of the high neck, long sleeves and open back with the slit. I am 5’4 with pretty long arms and legs, but a petite torso so it bunched just a little bit for me but worked well if I pulled it down a little bit more and stood up as tall as possible! I had great posture all night!

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
December 10th, 2024
Elegant dress for any formal affair

I wore this to a military ball & it was absolutely perfect! I got so many compliments. Be careful if you are bustier though, bc there can be a lot of side boob showing lol!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 4' 11"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Aurelia's reviews
November 12th, 2024
10/10

It fits perfectly for petite sizes. It's both classy and chic.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 108lbs
Browse Kristen 's reviews
October 28th, 2024
Smoking hot dress

On fire. Cut outs are beautiful. I've held thru a few swaps so far.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 123lbs
Browse Laurie's reviews
June 18th, 2024
A fair amount of side boob and fabulous fit!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
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
March 6th, 2024
Best I’ve ever looked

Has stretch to suck you in. Had shoulder pads and a waiste cut out to give you that snatched shoulder to waist ratio. Literally have never felt better in this. I really sent it w the slicked back hair and highest stiletto I own but I think hair up, down, bald, sneakers…anything would be hot.

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Aubrie's reviews
February 27th, 2024
Beautiful dress but best for limited movement

I really loved this dress. It fit me really well, but was a bit looser around the top (which I expected as a small chested person). I felt much more comfortable when I used fashion tape to secure the parts of the cut out around my chest. The length was great on me - I’m probably 5’10” in heels. The slit was perfect, too. If you want to dance the night away with minimal restrictions, this might not be the dress for you. But for any more sedate affair, this is the perfect combo of sophisticated and sexy.

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 15th, 2023
INCREDIBLE

This dress was AMAZING for a wedding. Received several compliments and it fits your curves!!!!! If you are larger busted...well that may be tough as you have to be careful how much you raise your arms or the girls may slip out.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Browse Gabriella's reviews
November 2nd, 2023
Sexy and sleek

Loved this dress and got a ton of compliments. Was very comfortable, but the area under the chest was a bit loose and had to keep pulling it down so my under boob wasn’t constantly out

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 108lbs
Browse Lacey's reviews
October 9th, 2023
Great dress for any formal occasion!

This dress was wonderful for a fall wedding. The material is thick, so it actually prevented me from getting chilly on a windy, cool day. Simple, but sexy, and slightly edgy cut. The length was perfect for 5' 4" me in 3-inch heels. Highly recommend!

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Helen's reviews
October 6th, 2023
Got a ton of compliments! Perfect balance of classy and sexy

I didn’t think my tan lines from summer vacay looked very classy with this backless dress so I bought the Victoria’s Secret bra with the diamonds on the back and that definitely complemented the dress. Looked great, felt great

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 164lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
July 25th, 2023
Perfect for the tall ladies

Obsessed with this dress. I’m 5’10” and it fit like a glove - highly recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Morgan's reviews
May 15th, 2023
Beautiful and fun!

I’m 5’9 and the regular length wasn’t too short. Looked classy and sexy at same time. Be sure to buy fashion tape. The tape kept the back fabric in place — otherwise there would have been a side gap. I wore the size 10 to give my hips more room. The 8 fit, but if you are pear shape like me, get a size up to try on for comfort. Got so many compliments on the dress!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 28B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Rachel's reviews
March 28th, 2023
Sexy

Dress material is thick so I didn’t wear a bra and felt comfortable and the dress is sexy! But in the absolute best way it’s not “crazy” it’s elegant but very trendy

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Bridget 's reviews
March 11th, 2023
Felt beautiful in it!

Stylish, got lots of compliments!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 32DDD/E
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Sophia's reviews
March 10th, 2023
WOW!!!

What a stunning dress! My husband's jaw was on the floor when he saw me in it. I may end up having to purchase this one. I'm 5'9" and the length was not a problem.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 141lbs
Browse Terri's reviews
April 11th, 2025
Showstopper

This dress is perfect for a formal event!

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
December 19th, 2024
Sexy

Loved it. Nice thick material.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Serenity's reviews
November 23rd, 2024
Perfect for black tie wedding

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 109lbs
Browse Hannah's reviews
January 7th, 2025
Top notch quality

Wore this for NYE with a wrap and it was fabulous!! I’m a typical petite 0, 2R fit perfectly with 3” heels. Thick quality fabric yet sexy!

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Eugenia's reviews
October 27th, 2024
Perfect for fall/winter weddings and black tie events.

If you want the dress to be tighter order the next size down from your original size. But if you want the dress to be looser on you as it shows like on the model or have that body type (tall or short), go a size up. I ordered a size 6 and an 8 but at the last minute I felt that those sizes would be to big, (which I did not want to be on the loose side) so I didn’t even open the packaging for them and ended up wearing the size 4 ordered last second in separate order. That dress came before the size 6 and 8 order, so when that package came I didn’t even open it to look at the dresses. Also, since I am short, smaller sizes won’t be as long. I wore 3-4 inch heels and when I switched to thick foam flip flops for dancing, the dress was still perfect. Full chested women just need to be careful about the side boob if you’re uncomfortable with that. It depends on what you’re comfortable with. I would buy this dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 109lbs
Browse Anais's reviews
October 7th, 2024
Sophisticated and sexy

This dress is incredible. I immediately felt sexy and confident the minute I put on the dress. The fit is true to size. Warning: I was cautious when lifting my arms or reaching across, as it can expose the side of your breast if you aren't careful.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Sophia's reviews
May 23rd, 2024
So many compliments!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Lindsey's reviews
April 27th, 2024
SO flattering!

For a large chested gal, it did pose a bit of issue keeping me covered on the sides, but that’s not the dresses fault lol I got so many compliments and I felt like a million bucks! Classy, sexy and sleek!

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
April 18th, 2024
Rent it!

Wore to a black/white tie gala. Got a 2R & 6R but really needed a 4. Required quite a bit of boob & fashion tape but once in, all stayed in place. Fabric is well structured and comfortable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 100lbs
Browse Hannah's reviews
February 29th, 2024
Classy-sexy

As the other reviews said, the sleeves are kind of tight. I ended up going with the 2 instead of the 0 for that reason. The length was great even for me, a petite person. I got compliments all night long. There’s enough coverage on the sides where, if you’re well endowed like me, you can tape up the ladies. The slit isn’t too high but high enough to make a statement. The dress is classy, sexy, and comfortable. Also, the price is a steal for a dress that wears this well.

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 22nd, 2024
Perfect dress for a formal wedding.

I’m 5’11 so I was a little worried about the length but it worked perfectly! Got lots of compliments

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 154lbs
Browse Vanessa's reviews
February 20th, 2024
Head turner

Best to tape the girls down. It moves when you walk if you’re a bit hippy like myself. It’s a very classy dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Jeanette's reviews
February 18th, 2024
Rent it now!!!

Rented this with little expectation that it would work, but I ended up loving it so much! The open back was so sexy and the fabric was firm enough that it held everything in its right place. I also appreciated the shoulder pads to give it a more statuesque shape. The slit wasn’t too high and the dress was the right length for, my 4 inch heels. I’m definitely considering buying it. It’s beautiful in person!!!

Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Petite
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 2nd, 2024
Perfect!

Wore this to a wedding and got so many compliments. It fit like a glove and was the perfect combo of classy and sexy.

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 122lbs
Browse Natalia's reviews
January 21st, 2024
Great dress! Very classy and got lots of compliments! I normally wear size 2, but 4R fit me better

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Athletic
Browse Christina's reviews
January 2nd, 2024
Feels like butter!

The cutouts on this dress make it a showstopper! Lots of compliments and all while being super comfy. I sized up since it was the only one available but it fit perfect.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34AA
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Lucia's reviews
December 29th, 2023
Fancy and well made

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Mariafe's reviews
December 26th, 2023
Love this!

So comfy and flattering! I never got to wear it since I had an emergency but I was going to wear it to a holiday party.

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 165lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 24th, 2023
Perfect for a fall wedding!

This dress was such a hit and I felt so good in it. Great for a fall wedding as I had the sleeves to keep warm, but the slit and open back made it just sexy enough. Never felt like I was going to flash anyone either. I’m 5’7 with a fairly flat chest and bigger booty and this fit great! The fabric is stretchy too so very comfortable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 16th, 2023
Flattering and stretchy

The thick stretchy fabric was very forgiving so the dress not only looked great but I was also very comfortable the entire evening.

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Michele's reviews
October 5th, 2023
Perfect for black tie affair!

Perfect for the small boobie gals! I have a hard time with low cut or strapless dresses bc my chest is so small, so this was a perfect blend of elegant, fitted, backless for my small boobs. Felt comfortable and beautiful all night :)

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