Laura's Reviews
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10 reviews
Bottom heavy beware
I wear an 8-10 in pants/skirts and this dress was too narrow across the hips and butt. Spanx helped but it didn't have that flowy look I was going for. Shame, since it's super cute!
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Pink Printed Ruffle Midi Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D
Lightweight! Shiny! Pretty!
Wore these to my wedding and I think the best part about them is that I totally forgot about them. Added some nice sparkle and were great to dance in. Recommended for those who hate heavy earrings!
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Spike Accented Pave Tear Earring
Alexis Bittar
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D
Not flattering :(
I ordered a size 10 (up from my usual size 8) as a backup dress for my engagement party. Luckily option A worked out as this dress was NOT flattering at all. It was tent-like along the chest and stomach due to it's straight shape and clung in an unforgiving way across my butt and thighs. The white jersey fabric shows everything and it was not a dress that Spanx could have remedied. I love the interesting cape sleeves and was hoping to wear white, but this is just not an hourglass friendly dress.
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Cyrano Shift
Milly
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D
Demure but not boring!
Loved this dress! Perfectly accentuated my hourglass shape. The sleeves and length lend a modest appeal but the v-neckline and crossover front make it a little less stuffy. My boyfriend said it had a sexy librarian vibe. The size M came with the attached belt but the size L didn't--I tried the dress with and without and the belt really helps pull the whole thing together. Highly recommend as a not-boring long sleeve dress!
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Porter Maxi
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D
Unfortunate Fit
Sorry no pics were snapped of this but I ultimately chose not to wear it. I am usually a 6-8 and rented an 8L and a 10R. The 10R was WAY too short (ankle length on my 5'7 height) and too big in the shoulders (the straps were falling off), the 8L was OKAY length-wise (hit just above the floor) but I had trouble zipping up the back. The dress is extremely fitted in the chest and hips/butt and flares out mid-thigh. If you are hourglass-y like me this fit will be tricky for you. Such a shame because the fabric and cut are truly beautiful on this gown!
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Ursula Gown
HALSTON
Size Worn: 8L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D
LOVE
Such a unique color and very expensive looking! It was substantial but not overly heavy. Complemented my dress perfectly!
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Baroque Bejeweled Necklace
Oscar de la Renta
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D
Festive and Comfortable!
This dress was my backup for a wedding in Mexico and I'm so happy I ended it up wearing it! It was sophisticated, fun and most importantly--comfortable. Small gripes include the length (just above floor length) and the slit--makes wearing regular spanx impossible. Also, if you are well endowed with curves this dress shows everything. Despite these gripes I loved the dress and felt beautiful!
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Lemon With Lime Gown
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D
Cute but small
Lovely bag, great condition and perfect complement to my dress. The only problem is that it is too small for an iphone 6. Otherwise--perfect!
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Haven Satin Clutch
Franchi
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect for a summer wedding!
I wore this to an evening wedding in the California desert. I chose this dress because it looked like I would stay cool in the floaty fabric and it did not disappoint. The fit was perfect--not too revealing in the front. The front is a bit shorter than I expected but it definitely wasn't risqué. I absolutely loved the dress and would wear again!
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Electric Rose Dress
Haute Hippie
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D
Flattering and comfortable!
The dress was all i could ask for--glamorous, comfortable, flattering and fun. It fit true to size. I was able to wear a strapless bra underneath which was great since the bodice is actually less structured than I thought it would be. I loved the pockets and the length and felt great dancing in it.
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Navy Flirt and Flare Dress
Z Spoke Zac Posen
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 146lbs
Bust: 32D