Besse Dress

Reformation

4.5
(86 Reviews)

Product Details

Fresh colorful florals crawl this effortlessly chic midi by Reformation to create the perfect wedding ensemble.

Style with the Small Wicker Hobo Bag from Poolside. 

Materials and Measurements

Black floral viscose (100% Viscose). A-line. Square neck. Sleeveless. Back zipper closure. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0-12

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (86)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Tal's reviews
October 23rd, 2024
Size up

The zipper can be janky. Size up to avoid the hassle. I read that the slit can ride high on tall girls which made me a little anxious. But it was perfect for me and wasn’t too high at all and I have very long legs. It is a little hard to get over the hips and a bit loose around the chest area so I had to tie it around my neck instead of up on my shoulders and I felt like that felt more snug to me. Overall it’s a cute fall dress and it can be dressed up or down. As you can see I wore it with my vans

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Ashley's reviews
July 21st, 2024
Wedding Guest

Loved this dress! Super light perfect for a summer wedding. I was between a 4/6 so I went of the 4 because the top on the 6 was too large but both would have fit ok!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Rachel's reviews
June 1st, 2024
Perfect

The fit and material are so flattering and emphasize your curves! So many times I want a dress to accentuate my waist without being tight. Also, FINALLY a true to size 4. I bought this 😅

Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Allysa's reviews
April 19th, 2023
Perfect print

Loved this style! Thinking of purchasing!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 137lbs
Browse Emma's reviews
March 3rd, 2025
Loved it!

Loved it

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 114lbs
Browse Michelle's reviews
August 10th, 2025
Pretty dress

I ended up wearing a size 2 in this dress. I typically wear a 0 but felt that the 2 fell better on my frame. The rie straps were a little tricky. Overall, I ended up loving this dress.

Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 165lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 13th, 2024
Love!!!

Was a little nervous about getting a Reformation dress since they tend to not fit larger busts well, but this one was stunning! So comfortable, so cute. It could probably be dressed up or down, I wore it dressed up for a wedding and was really, really happy with it. Ordered an 8 and a 10 just in case but the 8 fit perfectly.

Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Julia's reviews
October 10th, 2024
Great dress!

Ordered one size (that was all that was available) and it fit just right! It's very form fitting but flattering! There is elastic around the zipper, so is forgiving. Got so many compliments!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Robyn's reviews
August 25th, 2024
Lovely summer dress for a wedding!

The 8 was really tight in the bust for me so I sized up to the 10. The 10 was a looser fit through the hips but it was great for dancing - loved the slit! Got so many compliments!

Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Cathy's reviews
August 21st, 2024
Great dress

I’m usually a 6 or 8, I just the 8 because it was a little roomier at the hips. Got a lot of compliments on this dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Browse Janelle's reviews
March 23rd, 2024
Perfect party dress

Wore to a bridal shower, super comfortable! It’s got a slit on one side which is fun. Did need help tying the shoulders but they stayed great. Really loved this and felt great in it!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Browse Tess's reviews
November 18th, 2023
Great dress!

Loved this dress! Perfect for a fall wedding. Got so many compliments

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 16th, 2023
Great wedding guest dress

This dress fit perfectly. Usually wear 4-6 or S/M. The size 6 fit perfect great midi length. Would recommend.

Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Athletic
Browse Catherine's reviews
October 18th, 2023
So cute and perfect for a rehearsal dinner!

Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Erica's reviews
September 5th, 2023
Great fit for me I loved the tie straps & the slit on the leg perfectly breezy for a toasty wedding

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Lizzie's reviews
September 2nd, 2023
Easy wedding guest dress

Wore this twice- once to work with a cardigan and also to a wedding in France and was comfortable all night! I ordered my usual size and it fit like a glove. The material feels somewhat thin but was definitely not see through. I always appreciate an adjustable strap so loving the tie shoulder straps.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Browse Amanda's reviews
August 13th, 2023
Loved

Loved it! Got lots of compliments! I’m usually a 6/8 and I ordered the 8 and 10 after reading the reviews it runs small. Personally, I liked the fit on the 8 better, it fit better in the chest in my opinion but honestly both would have worked. Would definitely rent again

Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Athletic
Browse Megan's reviews
May 8th, 2023
Absolutely loved!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
April 30th, 2023
Great cocktail wedding dress

Very comfortable and got compliments all night! Wore with a sticky bra.

Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Apple
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Tracy's reviews
April 24th, 2023
Perfect for a wedding

I'm typically a 4 or 6 in dresses and got a 6 and 8 because ref tends to fit smaller. The 8 was perfect for me, I didn't even bother trying on the 6 because I knew it would've been too small. A lot of ref dresses are structured but there's a little bit of stretch in the back panel so you have a bit of leeway between sizes. Also nice the straps are adjustable

Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 173lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
April 9th, 2023
Flattering and comfortable

Very flattering! I’m usually either a size 8 or 10 in dresses and wore the 10.

Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Morgan's reviews
March 2nd, 2023
So flattering!

This dress is amazing. Super flattering and comfy. It stretches a bit which helps if you’re in between sizes!

Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 113lbs
Browse Tinh's reviews
August 22nd, 2023
Cute but flimsily quality

Very cute but runs smalls and quality is awful. The dress is double lined because the fabric is so thin and right strap tore off the back a few hours of wear. I cannot in good conscious recommend this.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Athletic
Browse Emma's reviews
March 31st, 2024
Cute

Had to dress it down a little with a jacket. Very flattering, would be nice for a date night or evening dress. It fit well and the straps tie to whatever length you need.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Emma 's reviews
September 16th, 2024
Pretty but...

The dress was pretty, very light material and fit wasn't terrible. It was tight in the hips but fine on top. One issue I had was the tie straps. One of the sashes is shorter than the other so leaves you with an odd tie spot. It was also hard to find where they should go to keep the support wanted. The dress was great for what I needed it for, but would not rent again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
November 11th, 2024
Loooved

Happy I went up a size, could have gone up one more just for the hips. Overall great

Overall Fit

Runs small

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Megan's reviews
September 17th, 2024
Great wedding guest dress!

Loved, but was slightly too small for my hips as I am more pear shaped.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Runs small

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Joanna's reviews
August 14th, 2025
Little Black Summer Dress

I wore this dress for an outdoor party and it was perfect. Paired with a simple black high wedge sandal and jewelry to dress up. The fit was great on my frame, and I loved the adjustable tie straps. The only con was that it rubbed a little under the arms, but it was not uncomfortable. Would rent again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Kyla 's reviews
August 12th, 2025
Super flattering

Surprisingly fit me as a big busted person

Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Ashley's reviews
July 9th, 2025
Perfect Fall Wedding Dress

Wore this to a fall wedding in new england. The fit of the dress is exactly like others from Reformation, and absolute ease to wear!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Elaine's reviews
June 23rd, 2025
Flattering

Great fit. Casual but easy to dress up or down.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Shanna's reviews
March 31st, 2025
Very flattering

This dress is so flattering. The smocking through the bodice gives nice support and the skirt has just enough room to be forgiving.

Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
September 8th, 2024
Comfortable and cute!

Perfect for a wedding, and the fit was flattering and comfortable.

Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 170lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
August 14th, 2024
Love!!

Absolutely loved this dress! Can't recommend enough. Not a lot of stretch and I *just* barely fit into it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 138lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 12th, 2024
Flattering fit, elegant

The stretch back makes this dress fit like a glove for any shape bust. I went with the size 6 because it allowed more room for my hips. The straps were crinkled up when I got it so I ironed them out for a more polished look.

Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32F
Body type: Hourglass
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 30th, 2024
Really nice!

The tie straps were great to adjust so it would fit just right. The slit on the side is pretty high.

Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 90lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
April 26th, 2024
Great for wedding!

Great fit, up top, nice and flowy on the bottom. Straps stayed tied the whole night.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Petite
Browse C's reviews
April 24th, 2024
Versatile Dress

Date night to casual every day. I wore this dress everywhere.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Isabel's reviews
April 13th, 2024
Reformation Surprises Again

I’m a true 4 and was afraid Reformation would run too small/slinky and the 4 fit beautifully and comfortably. LOVED this dress for a late fall wedding. Comfortable and flattering, midi length and neckline/back make this a more modest and modern win for me!!!

Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 105lbs
Browse Sabina's reviews
December 8th, 2023
Beautiful

Beautiful dainty dress that can be dressed up or down depending on the shoes. Straps slide off the shoulders but NBD

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