Thelma Dress

Ulla Johnson

4.5
(101 Reviews)

Product Details

Style this puff sleeve tie-waist midi dress by Ulla Johnson with your favorite strappy sandals for a fresh and feminine garden party look.

Materials and Measurements

Blue floral cotton blend (70% Cotton, 30% Viscose). A-line. Short sleeves. V-neck. Pull on. 48" from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0-16

Model is 5'9.5 and wearing a size 2

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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
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 116lbs
Browse Kelly's reviews
November 17th, 2024
Another Ulla Johnson winner for strolling around Malta!

I love Ulla Johnson dresses--they're so flattering and just easy to wear. I wore this several times on a Mediterranean cruise and on another recent trip.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Browse Tara's reviews
August 17th, 2024
Versatile and comfortable dress!

I wore this dress for a girls dinner, an indoor work event, and an outdoor summer wedding. I am generally casual as a person and love throwing on something without much efforts and this dress fits the bill! The color was dark enough I don’t think the sheerness was noticeable, unless you’re outside and the wind blows! I would buy this dress if it didn’t feel a tad worn out.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Lindsey's reviews
September 25th, 2023
Easy and cute

Loved wearing this for a work trip to DC, professional without being stuffy. Highly recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Pear
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Emily's reviews
December 14th, 2024
Comfortable and cute

Perfect thanksgiving dress

Overall Fit

Runs small

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38I
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 195lbs
Browse Heather 's reviews
March 12th, 2025
Bust busts be careful!

Gorgeous dress, but side zip dresses are a nightmare if you have a large bust. I was able to zip it up pretty easily when braless. With a bra on, I can't zip it up at all. I don't think sizing up would help because it fits perfectly everywhere else. Large busted ladies be careful because there's zero stretch. I would still wear to event.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Amanda's reviews
July 31st, 2024
Beautiful dress

Loved the fit and quality. Great print.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
July 27th, 2024
Comfy work dress

This was more on the casual side for an office dress but i made it work. It definitely can be a tad bit see through in certain lighting but the light weight fabric was a plus in the summer heat. Not sure I’ll rent again for work but couldn’t be great for other occasions.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Jewel's reviews
May 26th, 2024
Comfortable and cute

I love this dress. It is low cut so I wore a slip under it which is needed anyway as it’s slightly see through.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Petite
Browse Tracy 's reviews
March 30th, 2024
Perfect elevated casual dress

Great fit with a nice v neck that isn’t too deep so appropriate for work dinner

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Nichia's reviews
December 30th, 2023
Great Fit

Beautiful dress that fit great.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 32DDD/E
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Martha's reviews
October 13th, 2023
Loved!

Great color and detail and flattering. Cotton, so not too formal for every day

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 137lbs
Browse Angela's reviews
July 24th, 2023
Perfect fit for me. I didn’t even have to iron it. 5’8” 135 lbs. could have worn either the 8 or 10.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
16
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Anita's reviews
July 23rd, 2023
Love this dress and it’s shape!

This dress is so comfortable. It’s airy and light and still has a lovely structure to it. Note that it runs small. I’m a size 12 and the 16 fit me perfectly, if not a touch loose. I wore it for work calls and vacation.

Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 143lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
October 23rd, 2023
Comfortable

This had a country/bo-ho vibe. Wore it to casual fall wedding with brown ankle booties. It was very comfortable and sweet, but didn't wow.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse M's reviews
November 19th, 2024
Just ok

Had high hopes, but material wasn’t great.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 185lbs
Browse Caroline's reviews
July 26th, 2024
More appropriate for every day.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
May 20th, 2025
So comfortable and breezy

Wore this to a few (very hot) picnics and was kept cool while running around after a toddler. The length gave more "modesty" vibes than I would have liked, but I got a ton of compliments on the pattern and cottagey style. And, it has POCKETS!

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Aimee's reviews
March 9th, 2025
Great work dress

Comfortable and easy to wear. The double tie on the front is a little strange, but you mostly don't notice it

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Phoebe's reviews
December 19th, 2024
Cute midi dress

Great for a housewarming party

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Browse Amy's reviews
November 17th, 2024
Love this brand

Not my favorite Ulla Johnson ever but nice cut and print

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Karen's reviews
October 27th, 2024
True to size

Flattering and perfect for school or church events

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Apple
Browse Rachel's reviews
October 11th, 2024
Great daily wear piece

Soft flowing cotton with a lining. Well constructed and the elastic banded waistline is forgiving and not too tight.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Petite
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Paulina's reviews
October 4th, 2024
Love this designer

This is the second time I rent this particular dress and will rent from again. Great fit in one of my favorite styles. I always wear it multiple times when I rent it.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
16
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 40DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 210lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
August 23rd, 2024
Side zipper, hooray!

I wore this several times. Fun Boho print, perfectly comfortable. Side zipper made getting in and out easy.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Leslee's reviews
July 19th, 2025
Great dress! Very versatile

This dress fit perfectly. It’s hit or miss with me on dresses from RTT because I’m short waisted I usually have to get the shoulders taken up. But this dress fit great. I wore it several times to work with some black wedge espadrilles. The material is soft and not thick so good for hot weather.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Apple
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Shawn's reviews
July 6th, 2025
Lovely lightweight dress

I wore on vacation and loved how lightweight it was. Looked elevated but not too formal for touring about. Waist has some elasticity so it was comfortable and adjustable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Christina's reviews
June 10th, 2025
Loved it!! Arm cuffs a little tight

I Loved this dress. I wore it multiple times on our vacation to Paris and for date night. I love the nice deep pockets. I easily fit my phone in one and wallet in the other allowing me to ditch my purse for the night! The only thing keeping me from buying it is that the arm cuffs were a little tight for me. The zipper is on the side, the waist ties are adjustable, very comfortable to wear and easy to get in and out of.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Jessica's reviews
January 3rd, 2025
love it

fit perfectly. wore it many times

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Cynthia's reviews
September 3rd, 2024
Super flattering, comfortable, AND gorgeous!

This dress is a no-brainer. I wore it twice -- once with chunky heels and fun earrings, and once with sneakers. Both were a hit and got tons of compliments. It is flowy and comfortable/forgiving, while being very comfortable because of the fitted waist and low v-neck. The print is playful and pretty, and the overall style is versatile for almost any occasion. And Ulla is always fabulous quality and stand-out prints, this being no exception.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36G
Body type: Apple
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Kimberly's reviews
July 12th, 2024
The Thelma

My first Ulla Johnson & won't be my last! It's a gorgeous retro print and will fit a large chest generously (I'm 36G in this photo which won't submit. If I delete the photo the review gets published). Pockets! Not lined, slightly see through on bottom. Did not have to iron! Gave me a waist with my current apple shape. The two-tiered ties on the waist - this design is smart and effective, and was very comfortable all day at work and moving around. My body is an apple and this gave me an actual waist and shape. The v in the neck isn't too low. I think any bra would would. I did pin in a little bit higher since I was already repairing it to wear just for my own comfort but I think it's work appropriate without any adjustment. It isn't lined and the material is dark but light. It was surprisingly sheer in the sun to me. Most people will be fine with any undergarments but I didn't realize it and wish I'd worn a slip.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Franny's reviews
July 2nd, 2024
Great dress

Didn’t love at first but fit so well I wore it anyways. Loved the full skirt, material was super lightweight which was perfect for vacation.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 133lbs
Browse Becky's reviews
May 18th, 2024
Beautiful Ulla dress that can be dressed up or down

Definitely recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
16
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Rebekah's reviews
May 13th, 2024
Lovely and easy to wear!

The dress fit beautifully and I was able to wear it without a camisole underneath because the v was a reasonable depth. The drawstrings at the waist were a nice touch for being able to adjust the fit. While not exactly sheer, the skirt does let some light through, so if you're on the more modest side you may prefer this with a slip dress underneath.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Elyse's reviews
April 29th, 2024
Beautiful colors

Comfortable eith very pretty colors. I wore it as an every day dress. Wasn’t dressy enough for me to wear it elsewhere.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 11"
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Celina's reviews
March 21st, 2024
Simply pretty

Great fit, color and length. Would be great for an afternoon garden party. I wore it to work as we had an event.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
16
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Mary's reviews
December 22nd, 2023
Skeptical about pattern

Fits my body like it was made for me and pockets are awesome. Absolutely love Ulla Johnson! The print is beautiful online but I'm not sure I can pull it off IRL.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Mia's reviews
November 30th, 2023
Gorgeous comfortable fabric…

I loved this dress so much that I kept it all month. It was that perfect combination of something a little special, very flattering fit, incredibly comfortable and versatile. I was able to dress it up or down and add layers for cooler days and evenings.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Apple
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Riene's reviews
November 20th, 2023
Ulla Does it again

light weight but not too summery for fall. seems to have some ample room in chest...

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Medha's reviews
October 30th, 2023
Gorgeous

Got so many compliments on this! Lovely flowy material that's on the lighter side so it's good for hot weather. Wore this on a boat, to dinner, with a light trench for fall - worked in every situation!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Pear
Weight: 146lbs
Browse Alicia's reviews
October 8th, 2023
super flattering

Fit perfectly and hugged in all the right places - super cute with sneakers for casual office look

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