Puff Sleeve Midi Dress

Rachel Parcell

4.5
(87 Reviews)

Product Details

We are getting all the Victorian romance vibes from this stunning puff sleeve square neckline midi dress by Rachel Parcell. Style with velvet flats and a leather clutch to slay winter formal fashion.

Materials and Measurements

Green velvet (96% Polyester, 4% Spandex). A-line. Short sleeves. Square neck. Back zipper closure. 49" from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: XS-XL

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (87)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 200lbs
Browse Shayna's reviews
December 11th, 2024
Sexy and flattering

Great dress. Fit beautifully. Did have to wear spanx because it does show any rolls. Agree with others that the arms were slightly tight, but I have larger arms. Hits a little weird if you are short, kinda above ankle, but still a beautiful dress and worth it. Ordered XL and L, both would have been fine to wear but liked the large more

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Samantha's reviews
October 20th, 2024
Western Formal

Green velvet stunner. I paired this with cowboy boots & a hat for a western formal wedding. Would also be great with heels for a great fall/winter dress - would recommend! Also - wore this with my normal bra. My straps showed a few times in the back but it was worth it for all the dancing I did 10/10

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Tasha's reviews
April 1st, 2025
The color!

This dress could definitely be formal but could also be appropriate for a less formal event. It is comfortable and stretchy, great for cooler weather, but didn't feel hot. I wore to the ballet and ended up buying because I want to wear again, especially around Christmas. Use the bra snap to avoid the sleeves dropping down

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 195lbs
Browse Sarah 's reviews
March 21st, 2025
Perfect dark green 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:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 123lbs
Browse Abigail's reviews
February 7th, 2025
So classy!

Wore it to a fancy dinner and it was perfect

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Kaylee's reviews
December 30th, 2024
Wore to a winter wedding! So comfortable

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Margaret's reviews
November 24th, 2024
Gorgeous, romantic

This dress is perfect. The velvet is very high quality and feels absolutely amazing. This is a perfect fall wedding guest dress.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Candice's reviews
November 12th, 2024
Absolutely stunning and dreamy

The fabric is weighty and feels luxurious. Cut is so flattering. The cut of sleeves and cleavage meant I had to tape myself to dress so they wouldn't fall down but 10/10 would recommend.

Overall Fit

Runs big

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Kelsey's reviews
October 22nd, 2024
Gorgeous Jewel Tone

Loved this dress - felt amazing to wear and the green velvet was immaculate for a fall wedding. The only thing, the snaps on the arm were a little tight on me and did come unbuttoned while busting a move. Otherwise, absolutely loved it and got a lot of compliments.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Runs small

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 42DD
Body type: Apple
Weight: 200lbs
Browse Danielle's reviews
May 7th, 2025
So Many Compliments!

Perfect dress for a formal work event. Received so many compliments! The fit was perfect with my apple shaped body, which is rare! Would rent again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Dana's reviews
March 16th, 2025
Gorgeous and sexy

Received many compliments

Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36G
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 185lbs
Browse Beth's reviews
March 1st, 2025
This dress is it.

Body hugging with just the right amount of stretch. The color in this dress is gorgeous with a fun square neckline. I received compliments all night and felt beautiful in this dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 168lbs
Browse Michelle's reviews
February 11th, 2025
So many compliments

Super cute and comfortable dress!

Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 27th, 2024
Perfect for Fall Wedding!

Comfortable, fabric light enough for 80 degree weather in Florida. Got many compliments even from the bride !

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Aubrey's reviews
October 21st, 2024
Great!

So cute so comfy and flattering. Prettier in person

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Jane's reviews
October 15th, 2024
This dress was everything!

Wore this to a “jewel toned” wedding and it was perfection for the occasion. The dress is SO incredibly comfortable, soft, and flattering. The dress color was a perfect emerald green, photographed beautifully, and the perfect length so I could dance but still look formal. Nonstop compliments! The sleeves did fall down on me while dancing but after I took it off I noticed some little snaps to clip to your bra, my mistake lol. I ended up wearing the medium even though the small fit, but the medium hid my bloat. I wore some spanx and none of my jiggles showed but honestly spanx probably wouldn’t have been necessary if I was feeling “normal”.

Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
July 24th, 2024
Elegant, classy, and flattering

Wore this for a Bridgerton-themed party and received so many compliments. Fit me perfectly.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 38DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 200lbs
Browse Shavaun's reviews
June 20th, 2024
What is that-velvet?! :-D

Loved. Perfect dress for Mothers Day. Nope it wasn’t hot. Nice stretch but it is chesty for my DDD chest size. It was really pretty

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 176lbs
Browse Tammy's reviews
May 21st, 2024
Fit the wedding colors

Wore this as a wedding guest specifically since it matched the suggested color scheme. It was comfortable, flattering, and got several compliments. I rented the M and L and both fit pretty similar, but I went with the L purely for extra comfort knowing it would be a long day. Unfortunately there was not much difference in the arm width and other reviews here are absolutely correct - arm cuffs are tight. But, I lived.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Becca's reviews
May 7th, 2024
Perfect for April wedding!

I’m 8 months postpartum and this dress made me feel great! Not too tight, fun to dance around in, velvet was perfect! The groom said my hubby and I were best dressed by far 😌 chest might be large if you’re small chested but it was just right on me

Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 40C
Body type: Apple
Browse Amanda's reviews
April 28th, 2024
Loved the way this fit!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34H
Body type: Pear
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Shyvonne's reviews
December 22nd, 2024
Cute holiday party dress

The dress fit TTS and was very comfortable. It's too low cut for a regular bra so I had to wear a strapless. It wasn't super flattering for my body shape so I might not have worn it on a date, but perfect for work holiday event.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34F
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Samantha's reviews
October 22nd, 2024
Very tight in the sleeves

This dress would have been my last pick of the 3 options I picked for attending a Formal wedding. But it was the only one that fit, so it's what I went with. Was fine, and comfortable. Good length. Needed shape wear because the tummy is very form-fitting. The arms are so so tight though. I could barely get the sleeves snapped clothes, and wound up just wearing it open as the night wore on.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Runs small

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Nora's reviews
March 20th, 2025
Tight sleeves

I agree with other reviews about the sleeves. I ordered a small and medium, ended up in the small as the medium was too big in the chest/waist. I could barely button the sleeves in the small so ended up using fabric tape to hide them. Had no issues all night! Overall was a comfy dress and couldn’t beat the green color for a wedding on St. Paddy’s day weekend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 200lbs
Browse Courtney's reviews
December 27th, 2024
Stunning Color, Odd Fit

The top of this dress fit oddly… I was in between the L and XL and had to go with the L because the XL top didn’t cover my bra and was falling off my shoulders. The color was STUNNING and I loved everything else about it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Alison's reviews
June 6th, 2024
Wedding guest dress

This fit well, not too loose not too tight. Very simple and elegant!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 146lbs
Browse Yugenia's reviews
February 26th, 2024
insanely good find

Put this dress in my order on a whim because I needed a dress for a black tie optional wedding. Tried it on once and didn't really like it, tried it on again before wedding weekend and it was suddenly my favorite! Got sooo many compliments on the color, fit, texture, you name it. The only issue was that the sleeves were quite large/loose and kept falling and I had to keep reminding myself that it wasn't an off the shoulder dress. Wore an M, I'm usually a 12 in jeans and took a gamble on this size. Don't think I would've like the fit if I had been able to size up! If I had more fancy events to attend I would buy this in a heartbeat.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Christy's reviews
January 3rd, 2025
BEAUTIFUL

I wore to a holiday party and was obsessed! The color is absolutely gorgeous and was so flattering. Maybe a tad big. I am between a small and medium and it was a little loose up top. Slipped off my shoulders a few times. Not sure if I would size down because sleeves were snug. Overall loved!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Adrienne's reviews
December 20th, 2024
Beautiful dress

Wore to a Christmas concert at the Symphony. Beautiful holiday dress, ran true to size.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 121lbs
Browse Leanne's reviews
December 11th, 2024
Gorgeous!!

For a little snug but still comfortable.

Overall Fit

Just right

Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Amanda's reviews
December 5th, 2024
So cute and comfortable

Fit we'll

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 122lbs
Browse Ashley aluko's reviews
November 21st, 2024
Love

Great fit. Beautiful color. Tons of compliments.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
November 19th, 2024
Fits like a glove, very flattering

The color is soooooo much more beautiful than in photos. A deep emerald green. Love the length. I'm a true medium and it fit like a glove.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Amie 's reviews
October 31st, 2024
So many compliments

I wore this to an event and it was perfect. Got so many compliments

Overall Fit

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Zena's reviews
October 21st, 2024
Fit like a glove

If you are thinking about this dress, do it! Perfect for a fall wedding- great material, fits like a glove, hugs curves in all the right places.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 1"
Body type: Petite
Browse Jamie's reviews
October 9th, 2024
Perfect multipurpose dress

I wore this dress to work, to temple, and to a Bridgerton event, and it was perfect for all occasions. I received so many compliments on this dress, and it was very flattering.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Sam's reviews
October 8th, 2024
I was stopped 7 times

I've never had so many people compliment me in my life! This dress hangs heavily, which is great for clinging in places you want and falling in places you don't. It was a bit tight in the all cuff and also falling away a bit at the shoulders. But this is a dress I would take to the tailor. Great holiday dress. Too dressy for the office, unfortunately.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Runs big

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Antonique's reviews
October 2nd, 2024
Lady Bridgerton for the night

Felt pretty

Overall Fit

Just right

Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 13th, 2025
Great fit

Fit perfectly! Got lots of compliments

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
May 4th, 2025
Gorgeous dress!

Received so many compliments on this dress!

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