Black Velvet Mini Dress

The Kooples

4
(69 Reviews)

Product Details

Velvet isn't just for holiday parties. Pair this sexy ruched mini by The Kooples with a waist-cinching belt and ankle boots for your next night out.

Materials and Measurements

Black velvet (94% Polyester, 6% Spandex). Sheath. Short sleeves. Crewneck. Pull on. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0-4

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Ratings &
Reviews

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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:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Bryce's reviews
March 15th, 2025
Sexy and comfortable

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Stephanie's reviews
February 14th, 2025
Fun black dress

This dress was true to size and comfortable to wear. I'd recommend it if you're looking for a fun black dress to style

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Alison's reviews
November 17th, 2024
Short and sweet

Like a sexy tshirt. Rides up a bit in front while walking but not really a problem to scootch it down. Wore it twice.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
November 3rd, 2024
Perfect for outdoor fall event

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Cindy's reviews
October 11th, 2024
Perfect concert dress

Material was thick so definitely warmer, it was short but I wore with tights and higher boots. Top was big enough on larger chest and I felt like it fit my waist in a flattering way too.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Length

Too short

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 139lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
November 11th, 2024
Fitted

Sized up on this because I'm pregnant and glad I did. It is very tight around the legs but it was cute and warm.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
April 17th, 2024
Great velvet LBD

Like the other reviews, hits snug on hips/waist and loose on the top. Wore this out for a date with tights and also to a club.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Taryn's reviews
January 6th, 2023
If you size it right, it's a wonderful dress.

Trust these reviews - I have a very athletic build (read: NO hips), and this would've been impossible to get on if I had sized down. That said, the fit on my hips were perfect in this size, and the length of the mini was tasteful for a dame pushing 40 yrs like myself :). The tops was blousy, but comfortable. It's a great dress but size WAY up, especially if you have any hips.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 162lbs
Browse Anne's reviews
January 1st, 2023
fun, flattering and classic — loved!

felt so cute in this dress! i loved the looser top and more fitted bottom, could be dressed up or down. the ruching in the skirt creates a very flattering look, even for those (like me) with wider hips. it is short, but a pair of opaque tights add plenty of modesty, if you’re worried about the length. i am not really into short, tight dresses, but i loved this one. it was also very comfy. might buy it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Bailie's reviews
December 20th, 2022
Beautiful

Material is thick and lush. Can be dressed up or down. The only thing I didn’t love was the neckline. It made it a bit too casual for my liking. Still a beautiful dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Camila's reviews
November 29th, 2022
Love this 90s inspired mini dress!

This dress was not easy to put on as it has no zips and no stretch, but love the fit. It’s pretty form fitting and fits true to size. Skirt would hike up a little and it’s already quite short. Velvet fabric is gorgeous. Got to channel my inner 90s girl

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Chrissy's reviews
October 20th, 2023
Hard to get on

A little hard to get over my head but once it was on it fit perfect in the waits but baggy on top. Would still recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 172lbs
Browse Tammy's reviews
June 16th, 2023
Very cute

Cute crew neck dress! I wish it had a size zipper. Nearly had a panic attack trying to get it on/off the first time when the lining rolled up and wouldn’t budge. Very comfortable on for standing around. Wore to a concert where I spent half the time sitting and it became tiresome on the hips and thighs. Size up if you can and will be sitting a lot.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 32DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 142lbs
Browse Natalie's reviews
April 16th, 2023
Super flattering and great for girls with curves

I have boobs and hips and this fit great! Definitely size up if you are in between but the fabric hugs great and is very flattering

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 100lbs
Browse Jade's reviews
April 5th, 2023
Nice dinner date outfit

It is nice and easy to wear to a nicer event. However, the bottom is tight which looks nice/is flattering but the top is loose. The looseness of the top part is fine, but kind of odd contrast with no belt/accessory.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
December 8th, 2023
Odd fit

Loved the velvet and overall style of the dress but the fit was off. The dress is short and tended to ride up. But the top was way too baggy. So it was disproportionately both too small and too large. I wore a belt to distract from the bagginess of the top. Probably wouldn’t rent again but it worked for a party I hosted in the winter

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Katina's reviews
April 15th, 2025
Loved it

fit nicely. I have an hour glass figure so fit well with stretch

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Kelly's reviews
March 21st, 2025
LOVED

Wore it to a Christmas party and loved it! She's tight, and lol at getting into it, but once it's on it's perfect!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Madeline's reviews
January 16th, 2025
Cute but size up

Super cute but it was so tight around my hips and legs.

Overall Fit

Runs small

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Runs small

Hips

Runs small

Length

Too short

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Elena's reviews
December 21st, 2024
Very short on me, but I still loved it

Had to keep pulling it down but it was super cute!

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Too short

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Petite
Weight: 114lbs
Browse Michelle's reviews
December 7th, 2024
Cute

Cute but very hard to get on. There is no zipper.

Overall Fit

Runs small

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Runs small

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Annamaria 's reviews
December 1st, 2024
Difficult to get on, but worth the struggle

As others said in their reviews, this was a hard dress to get on. Bring a friend to help! Even though it is a tight fit, it is also somehow forgiving of figure flaws. It is short in length. Very nice overall!

Overall Fit

Runs small

Length

Too short

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 143lbs
Browse Thais arissa's reviews
October 6th, 2024
Comfortable and Sexy

I loved the fit of it, but it was very inconvenient when walking. I had to keep pulling it down... It would be better to wear it for dinner or other occasion where I would be seated only.

Overall Fit

Runs small

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Runs small

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Siobhan's reviews
January 22nd, 2025
Absolutely adored this dress!

Loved this fit. Short, sexy, forgiving. Wore it in Mexico on a date with my husband. Was perfect for 70ish degree weather. You'll love this! Classy and sexy.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Apple
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
January 2nd, 2025
Great dress

Hard to get on but very cute and worth the struggle.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Ruthie's reviews
November 14th, 2024
Great dress/could dress up or down

Loved it but accidentally ordered small size

Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Hillary's reviews
January 24th, 2024
Size Up

Great dress but was sexier than I realized it would be. The top is a looser fit but the bottom hugs your curves and is a bit short.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Morgan's reviews
December 22nd, 2023
It’s the perfect night out dress!

I sized up based on reviews that it was hard to get over the hips, good call and overall great fit. Wore it with knee high boots.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Kelly's reviews
April 5th, 2023
Great LBD for night out

Sized up since there is no zipper as recommended, and it turned out great. Wore those out in Vegas with tights and booties and it was warm, comfortable and my husband loved it.

Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 112lbs
Browse Abby's reviews
February 18th, 2023
Great versatile dress

You can dress this up or down. I wore it one evening with docs for an edgier look, and with heels another night for a sophisticated look. Very soft and comfortable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Alex's reviews
January 11th, 2023
Great elevated basic

I was worried when all the other reviews said it was really hard to get on. It's really not that difficult if you have slender shoulders/smaller chest. I'm more bottom heavy with thicker legs and a bigger butt and I had no issues. Would definitely rent again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Alyssa's reviews
January 11th, 2023
Chic and sexy

Very chic, nice fit and not too short for a 5’10 gal!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32F
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Hallie's reviews
January 10th, 2023
Flattering but hard to put on

I felt absolutely great in this and it fit perfectly, but as others have said, it was SO hard to put on. It really should have a zipper — you need to be a contortionist to get the waist over your shoulders. But once it’s on (if you’re not sweating too hard lol) it’s adorable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Monica's reviews
December 6th, 2022
Great dress!

I wore to a formal thanksgiving with my in-laws and to a holiday party with girlfriends a week later. It was a little tight to get on, but was very comfortable and fit well once it was on. It was extremely flattering and so comfortable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Jenna's reviews
November 22nd, 2022
Hard to get on but worth it

Super comfy once I got it on. It’s pretty loose in the top and tight in the waist. It didn’t ride up and was really comfortable all night. Would rent again

Top Contributor
Size worn:
3
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Apple
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Meredith's reviews
November 14th, 2022
Thick material, very flattering

I love this dress! It rides up a bit as the night goes on and is a little tricky to get on, but once it's on it is comfortable, form fitting and slimming. I will definitely rent it again!

Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Shelby's reviews
October 17th, 2022
Great fit!

wore this in NYC for a bachelorette party and it was comfy and super flattering

Top Contributor
Size worn:
1
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Lily's reviews
January 9th, 2025
Tight but flattering

It was tight enough on the bottom half that I felt comfortable without spanx. Quite short. Had to rig it out

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 141lbs
Browse Charly's reviews
January 3rd, 2025
Love love!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Catherine 's reviews
December 9th, 2024
The Most Flattering LBD

Overall Fit

Just right

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