Emelyn Dress

Staud

4.5
(91 Reviews)

Product Details

Business up front, sultry show-stopper in the back, this scene stealing black gown is ripe for displaying your boldest accessories. Style with gold accessories for a regal look that always slays an elegant event.

Materials and Measurements

Black crepe (95% Polyester, 5% Spandex). Lining (100% Polyester). Sheath. Cap sleeves. Boat neck. Back zipper closure. 61" from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0-12

Model is wearing size 4 and is 5'10 

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Ratings &
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Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
May 22nd, 2025
Elegant Gown

This gown was so beautiful and felt very elegant. Wore it to the opera and it was a hit.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Rachel's reviews
March 3rd, 2024
Gorgeous! Fit like a glove

Everything about this dress was perfect

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Pear
Browse Brandi's reviews
February 28th, 2024
classic

I loved this velvet dress. I’m 5’9 & with small heals perfect length. I wish I had a better picture. I didn’t need a bra.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 9th, 2024
Showstopper,very comfy,double lining,gotten compliments all night.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Rachel's reviews
October 1st, 2024
Classic

So beautiful and comfortable for a formal wedding! Ended up wearing an adhesive bra (not pictured) and it was very lovely.

Overall Fit

Just right

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Lowanda's reviews
May 15th, 2025
Simple yet elegant

Beautiful black velvet dress. Perfect for an evening black tie wedding in the Texas Hill Country. Wear an 8R. Love the dress.

Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 170lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 4th, 2025
Simple elegance

Fit great with a beautiful silhouette. I did use fabric tape on the back. Depending on your shoulder width it could slip off shoulders.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 100lbs
Browse Toby's reviews
May 4th, 2025
Elegant and sexy

I have never felt more beautiful than I did in this dress. Not only is it gorgeous but so incredibly comfortable. Too long for my 5’3 frame even with a 4” heel but was able to fashion tape the front and make it look more like a mini train in the back. I wish I had somewhere else to wear it!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 115lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 7th, 2025
Gorgeous and timeless dress

It was a little short on me with heels but otherwise great fit

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 5th, 2025
Fit great, very elegant!

I wore this to a formal wedding. The fit was great and it was very comfortable!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34AA
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Treslyn's reviews
February 19th, 2025
So elegant

The most classy of dresses! I feared the back would be too low, but it was just the right about of back showing and fit so perfectly. It’s a bit stiff to move in, as the fabric doesn’t give much. My only complaint was that the high neckline agitated my skin at my neck a bit, but small price to pay. It wasn’t very long on me, but I did have a bit of a train which was nice! Would rent again so fast!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Caitlin's reviews
January 22nd, 2025
Black Tie Beauty

Wore this to a black tie affair in November and it was beautiful. Low back was still very elegant and the velvet material helped keep me warm. Got so many compliments. I wore short heels with the dress and I am 5'6 and the dress touched the floor but not enough that I tripped on it. No bra needed even with my D cup size. Would rent again~

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 10th, 2025
Perfect black tie dress

So classy but with a little spice with the low back. I felt gorgeous and got so many compliments. My husband is still talking about “that dress”.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Jordan's reviews
January 9th, 2025
Winter black tie perfection

Loved this dress! Classy, elegant, comfortable, perfect for a black tie wedding in January. Fits true to size.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Elizabeth's reviews
November 21st, 2024
So many compliments!!! Gorgeous

I was prepared to wear the 10 but the 8 fit perfectly! I’m 5’5 - 5’6” and wore tall heels. It’s longer in back than front. If you want to wear lower heels consider petite? Wore spanx to smooth but not necessary. No slit so you can’t take big strides but walking and sitting was so easy. I’m big chested but it wasn’t tight. No bra necessary. Got compliments from strangers on the elevator. Highly recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Kelsey's reviews
November 17th, 2024
Great pick for a black tie wedding

I sized up to a 6R based on other reviews and am glad I did because even then, the fit around the hips was snug when I sat down. The material is thick and comfortable, and the back is such a showstopper! Great for a black tie wedding, especially in the fall/winter.

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Delaney's reviews
November 10th, 2024
Wow

This dress is stunning. Gorgeous! I did not realize it was velvet when I rented it, but I loved it. It’s equal parts demure and head turning. Fits like a glove. The neckline is beautiful!

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 8th, 2024
Simple & Elegant

Loved this dress! It was comfortable and beautiful. Did not realize it was velvet but nonetheless it was perfect.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
October 30th, 2024
Elegant and Understated Gown

This was perfect for a conservative, formal event. I used boob tape, and was not able to wear shape wear because of the low back. Many reviews suggested the dress ran small and so I ordered my backup size in a larger size. Wish I’d gone with my smaller size, but what I wore was fine for the evening.

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Hillary's reviews
September 23rd, 2024
Black Tie Wedding

Was a great option, dress was little tight at my hip/thighs so sitting wasn’t as comfy. I was between sizes due to my body shape so did go with the smaller size.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 28B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
July 17th, 2024
Gorgeous & elegant dress

Loved the low cut back on this dress. It was a little long so I had to lift it up a little when I was walking but as long as you wear heals, it should be fine.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Pear
Browse Alexa's reviews
June 12th, 2024
Winter wedding

Loved this dress!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Samantha's reviews
February 16th, 2024
Classy dress

The dress is beautiful and classy. Had to wear a shorter heal so it wasn’t too short. Fabric doesn’t give at all which makes it hard to bend/move.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Samantha's reviews
February 11th, 2024
Absolutely stunning dress! Felt like a movie star! So many compliments

I wish I could wear this everyday- I felt amazing in it. Fits as expected. A little long but just had to wear a taller heel (I’m 5’3”) Going upstairs was a little tricky as it does have a bit of a mermaid style. So you’ll have to left the dress up to allow for better movement. My only gripe with the dress was that since it is a boat neck style, it rubbed my neck raw. Do yourself a favor and rent the dress if you want tons of compliments!

Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Melana's reviews
January 24th, 2024
Stunning!!

I got SO many compliments on this dress! Great length and very comfortable. Very elegant but sexy with the low back. The train is on the longer side, but wasn’t annoying.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4P
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 0"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 117lbs
Browse Carol's reviews
January 21st, 2024
Love a great velvet dress

This dress was PERFECT! It was a little large, though. I got the 4 petite and I usually wear a 4 but it was still long and slightly big. However, the 2R fit really well!

Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
January 19th, 2024
Perfect Winter Wedding Dress

I got endless comments on this dress. Classy in the front and sexy in the back and unbelievably comfortable. There is a train on the back but definitely manageable. I’m normally a 2 or 4 and the 2 fit me great. The 4 was too big in chest.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Pear
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
January 17th, 2024
The most stunning dress!

Classy yet sexy! So many compliments all night! I’m on the taller side and wore with kitten heels- may have been too short if I wore any higher heels

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4P
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Ashley's reviews
December 17th, 2024
Very Classy

This was a real showstopper and flattering all around. Great for short girlies if you can get the petite. Better for smaller bust.

Overall Fit

Runs small

Chest

Runs small

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Runs small

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4P
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 0"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Erica's reviews
May 18th, 2025
Very nice

I liked it but it didn’t fit perfectly on my back

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 18th, 2025
Lovely, simple, sophisticated

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Jess's reviews
June 14th, 2024
Beautiful but has no give

I’m a solid 0 or 00 and this dress was very tight around the waist. the stitching where the bottom of the low back hits is entirely unforgiving all the way around to the front. The neck line also hits high and was choking me at times. Tough to climb stairs in as well. BUT- it was beautiful and simple for a corporate black tie gala.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Kristen's reviews
February 26th, 2024
Gorgeous dress - does run small

After reading reviews, I ordered a size up from my regular size. It does run small but the 10 offered a good fit! I am on the tall side and wished it kissed the floor but wore some fun heels to make up for it. The sleeves were just right - I have athletic arms and was worried it would be snug on the shoulder. The velvet was a nice touch for the colder season!

Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Crystal's reviews
April 14th, 2025
Tricky fit

Lots of room in the bust, tight around the arms and shorter length

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Soleil's reviews
June 2nd, 2025
Maybe the most flattering dress of all time.

It could not have fit better. The fabric is a great, thick, high quality velvet that is so flattering on the body. I also loved the back length. Side note: you could absolutely wear spanx without them showing with the back length, but the fabric is so flattering that it is not necessary. Couldn't recommend enough!

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 6' 0"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Kira's reviews
February 17th, 2025
Great black tie gown

Very flattering and comfortable gown. Fit true to size, although it wasn't fully floor length for me.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 34B
Weight: 112lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
December 12th, 2024
Beautiful

Absolutely loved this dress, perfect for winter formal.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 144lbs
Browse Michelle's reviews
June 16th, 2025
loved it!

velvet is very elegant, open back so can't wear a bra with a back

Size worn:
4P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 32F
Body type: Petite
Weight: 135lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 3rd, 2025
Long

I’m 5’1” and 135 lbs. I ordered the 4P. With heels the dress was on the floor, so kind of longer than I hoped. It did rub across my neck and that was irritating throughout the night. Otherwise I loved how I felt in this dress. Received so many compliments and it was a really flattering shape!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 30DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Mary grace's reviews
February 26th, 2025
Perfect Dress

This is the absolute perfect dress. I toyed with the idea of purchasing it. It is elegant and sophisticated. The velvet is soft and luxurious and the lining is great to keep you warm in cold weather even with an exposed back. The lining is thick enough so you don’t need nipple covers/bra (if you choose to go that route). It’s a very fitted dress that hugs all the right curves. So many compliments and I felt beautiful!

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