Cassandra's Reviews
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Obsessed with this puffer.
I love love love this puffer. I have a Canada Goose, but find myself reaching for this all the time. It's super lightweight, which makes it great for the car and running around, but still pretty warm. It's got a nice fitted look and is really flattering. The hood is fantastic for throwing up quickly, though it doesn't cinch so it won't hold up in wind. Overall, great for the milder parts of winter. Seriously debating keeping this one.
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Layla Puffer Jacket
SOIA & KYO
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
Lovely fabric but really short
I wanted to like this sweater, but I really hated the length. It's somewhere between cropped and hip length, and I just found it rode up constantly. Sizing up wouldn't have helped - the rest would've been huge and I'm not sure it would've been long enough. Gorgeous fabric, and if you're comfortable with it being right at belt length, go for it!
Black Foldover Sweater
Milly
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
Dippin' Dots on a dress!
Super fun print for summer. I was worried it would be a little busy, but its really cute in person. The top was a bit loose on me since I am shortwaisted, but the tie in front allowed me to cinch it more. I am debating keeping it, and if I do, I'd have the straps shortened. The skirt is perfect for twirling without being too poufy, and the pockets are perfection.
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Dipping Dot Coco Dress
Color Me Courtney
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Great gingham sundress
This dress is so adorable in person. I love the gingham for summer, and the skirt is swishy without being overly voluminous. I am only 5'3, but the length was still good on me. My only complaint is that I am shortwaisted, so the bodice was a bit too long for me. As a result, the straps were a bit loose. I just dealt with it, but this is a difficult dress to fix without actual alterations since there is a matching v on the back (i.e. you cannot tuck the straps down to shorten them).
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Gingham Flare Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Fantastic fabric - light and breezy dress, but beware short ladies, it's long!
I loved the fabric - it's a beautiful silk, and so much more vibrant in person than online. Only the bodice is lined, so also really breathable for summer. My only complaint is that it is very long and pretty flowy, so on a short, curvy girl such as myself, it looked a bit like maternity wear.
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Printed Dani Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Awesome on-trend tie-dye sundress!
I love love love this dress. It is way more flattering on than on the model. Perfect length for a shorter person - I am only 5'3 and it's a perfect midi on me. The straps are adjustable, which makes it really flexible in terms of bra and length options. I am seriously considering purchasing. I've already worn it twice!
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Tie Dye Delilah Dress
Rails
Size Worn: XLR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Cheerful sweater for gloomy times.
Wore this twice, I liked it so much - first with leggings, then with jeans. It's pretty boxy, but comfortable and cozy. Especially like the elbow pads.
Aran Sweater
rag & bone
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
Fun Fairisle for some dreary times.
This sweater just made me smile. I love the rainbow colors, and the sweater was cozy and comfortable. Not scratchy at all, which is key since I hate layers. I am short, so the sweater was a little longer on me than the model. It's cut very generously - I probably could have sized down, but I liked the loose look. The sleeves are pretty voluminous, so be prepared for feeling a little like a stuffed sausage in your coat sleeves.
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Suki Sweater
Saylor
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Comfy slouchy sweater.
Really liked this sweater. As others have noted, it is VERY low cut, so you need either a bralette or a cami underneath. It's very generously cut, and I found this it was often sliding off my shoulders. Vince always has great knits, and this was no exception. The dark green was really rich, and a nice change from black.
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Wool Shawl Collar Sweater
VINCE.
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Like a warm, chic hug.
Now that I am working from home for who knows how long, I have been renting lots of sweaters and lounge wear. This one is so cute, though it definitely runs big - I wish I had sized down. Its warm without being scratchy, and pairs well with either leggings or jeans. The pattern is even prettier in person - it really elevates an otherwise basic wardrobe staple.
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Grey Marle Jaffle Sweater
Elk
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Great jeans - not the color pictures or ankle length
These are great jeans, but they are much lighter in person than the photo. Also, there is no way they are ankle length. I measured, both with a tape measure and against my own rag and bone, and these are clearly a 30 inch inseam. I liked them otherwise - super comfortable and high quality, not to mention flattering, but wish they had been more as pictured.
Exmoor Nina High Rise Ankle Jeans
rag & bone JEAN
Size Worn: 30R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
Fun summer sun dress.
You can't tell from the photos, but there is a bit of sparkle in the fabric, which is like a very lightweight tweed. The dress was really cute, but it was hard to wear a bra with it (which was problematic). I am also short waisted, so I found I had to pin up the straps. I wore it with a cropped jeans jacket, which hid the back.
Bethany Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
Super fun bubble print dress for work.
Absolutely love this dress. The smocking makes it so comfortable to wear, though I generally wear a size smaller in Kate Spade. The burgundy and pink combo really pops, and it has beautiful flow when you walk.
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Pink Bubble Dot Smocked Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Fun and twirly work dress, perfect for February!
This dress is so lovely in person. The fabric is really nice, and the skirt swings beautifully. I love the dramatic sleeves. My word of warning is that it is cut a bit low, so I had to wear a bralette underneath to make it safe for work. I am also shortwaisted, so it hit at a bit of an awkward spot for me. I found it worked best if I essentially bloused the top a bit to hit at my natural waist.
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Avali Dress
Joie
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Fun way to spruce up an LBD for work.
I love this dress. I felt like a ballerina in it, between the wide boat neck and swingy skirt. The fabric is almost like a lightweight scuba material, so it's pretty stretchy. It hangs beautifully. I would point out that the boat neck is quite wide, so it can be challenging with bra straps and the skirt is definitely fuller than it appears on the model.
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Eveline Dress
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 48
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Sophisticated ponte dress for work - goes with navy and black!
This was really cute. I am shortwaisted, so I appreciated the higher bodice line. The v-neck was cut high enough to be safe for work, but still provided some interest. The flare was perfect, and I loved that this worked with both black and navy. The dress has some stretch, but it doesn't really come into play except perhaps in the sleeves.
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Colorblock A-Line Ponte Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Pop of sunshine for work.
Loved this dress. It fit beautifully, though it was perhaps a smidge long on me, as I am only 5'3, and it's designed to be a midi - it probably hit me mid-calf, rather than right under the knee as shown on the model. I paired it with a black bow belt, black tights, and black stiletto booties. It was a huge hit - I got compliments all day. Will definitely rent it again!
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Knit Crepe Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Adorable pattern great for date night, but whoa, NSFW.
This did not fit AT ALL on me like the model. It was actually quite fitted and flattering. The pattern is so cute, and was perfect for a Valentine's Day date night. However, the v-neck is pretty deep, and I found this was cut fairly small on top. As a result, there was a LOT on view, and I absolutely could not wear this to work without a cami underneath. Even then, the girls were squeezed a bit, so probably a little more cleavage than I'd normally allow at the office. Overall, adorable, but for limited purposes.
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Lips Crepe Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
Super flattering and professional work dress. Perfect for an awards ceremony!
The sleeves are absolutely gorgeous - it's somewhat hard to tell from the photos, but it is just stunning. I got a ton of compliments on it. The fabric is quite thick, and has a bit of stretch - a little like a ponte. The top is cut generously, so not great for ladies who are smaller up top, and there is a generous v-neck as a result, but it is still safe for work. Highly recommend!
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Navy Belted V-Neck Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34DD
All the sparkles! Killed it at a gala!
Just gorgeous - I hated to return it, but it was such a showstopper, it'll be some time before I can rent it again. I got compliments left and right from people who went out of their way to rave about the dress. It was super comfortable, and actually stayed closed all night. Perfect for a "rocktail" themed event!
Gunmetal Glitter Dress
SIMKHAI
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
Adorable cable knit peplum sweater!
Loved the fit and look. I rented it for the weekend but it was so cute I also wore it to the office with dressy pants. My only issue is that the wool is quite thick and pretty scratchy. My skin is sensitive, so perhaps others won't have this issue. Next time I rent it, I'll wear a cami underneath.
Grey Peplum Sweater
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
Love, love, love this adorable LBD!
Wore this for work and it was perfect. The sleeves are just the right amount of puff, and the v-neck with ruffle was so cute. The skirt was also just right amount of flare without being weird and bulky. Seriously considering buying and already planning my next wear. Oh, and super comfortable!
Hudson Knit Dress
Parker
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
Love DL1961, just not this cut.
I love the Emma by DL1961, so thought I'd try these. Loved the crop length (ankle on me), but the rise did not work for me. I'm not sure if they're actually cut smaller than the Emma, since the legs fit the same, but the waist was much tighter, possibly due to the rise. I also didn't love this shade of blue, but that's just me - they read brighter IRL than in the photo.
Morgana Florence Crop Jeans
DL1961
Size Worn: 30R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
Crazy sleeves
I don't even know what to say here. The dress ran huge - the sleeves were insane and the length was awful on me.
The Landry Dress
Fame & Partners
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD
A little small
Wasn't too crazy about the pattern, but decided to give it a shot anyway. It was a lot shorter on me than the model - odd because I'm short. The wrap was not appropriate for work - I think I just had the wrong size so it was too snug and low.
New Julian Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 34DD