Name: Ivory Lace Tea Dress
Brand: Free People
SKU: FP23
Price: 51 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.5 (156 reviews)

Other reviews are correct that the arms are a little snug, but was able to make it work and fit great at 30 weeks pregnant. I've gone up a cup size but that wasn't an issue. High quality material. Bought this for post baby because assumed it wouldn't fit, but when the other two dresses I rented were stained and not great quality I tried this one and was really happy that I did!

Have rented this multiple times. Fun with boots. Very low cut but also great with a cami underneath if needed. Love this feminine dress!

I wore this at 32 weeks pregnant for my baby shower and it was perfect. It showed off my belly without being overly form-fitting around the middle. I felt very pretty and got tons of compliments! It is rather low-cut, so I used a bunch of fashion tape to hold the dress securely against my chest. The dress is also a bit thin, so it was really important for me to wear a slip as well. 

I was really confused as to what size to order given my pregnant body, so if that's your concern I provided more info below. 

My thoughts on sizing for pregnant women: 
Pre-pregnancy I was about 125 pounds and I have put on ~20 since getting pregnant. I probably would have worn a size 0 or 2 pre-pregnancy and wore a size 2 for this event. Most of my weight gain has been in my thighs, hips, and belly rather than my rib cage/bust. Since this dress really only hugs you in the bust/rib cage area, I didn't end up needing to size up by all that much (if at all). If you put on weight in the same locations as I have, I'd recommend ordering your normal size and one size larger for your backup. If your breasts have grown significantly or your weight gain hangs out around your rib cage, I'd recommend ordering one size up plus two sizes larger for your backup. 

I wore this dress for Fall family photos and it turned out perfect!  I rented a size 0 and 2 and I was so scared because reviews were all over the place.  In the end, I could have worn either side, but since I'm small chested I felt the 0 was better since there was no chest gap at the top.  The photographer even loved the dress and asked where I got it!  

I usually wear a 4 pre-pregnancy, I ordered this in 4 & 6 due to reviews... I agree, arms are tight, however, I ended up wearing the 4 because it had a little less fabric in the skirt, showing the bump off more! I wouldn't recommend this dress without a bump, it doesn't have much structure. I was nervous about the cut being a little low, I could see right down the dress- but you wouldn't be able to tell from the photos! Overall super happy to have rented this dress! Beautiful detail.

Not the most flattering if you aren't doing a maternity shoot. It was fine. A little low cut, would require either a shell or a lot of adjusting. 

I am 36 weeks pregnant and the size 4 fit really well.  The color is a bit more cream/brown in person.

I wore a size 6 at 35 weeks, at 160 lbs and 38 D. It fit well overall and I didn't find it constricting, and I received a lot of compliments. I didn't have any issues with the size of the arms as other reviewers had noted, but the chest is pretty low cut. I skipped the bra and it looked modest enough while standing or sitting upright. Would rent again post-pregnancy. 

GORGEOUS DRESS. I’m one of the few reviewers who isn’t pregnant, and I rented this for my bridal shower. This dress perfectly matched the theme (bohemian garden party), and I was over the moon and didn’t want to return it! As soon as I walked in, everyone gushed how much they love my dress and how beautiful it is. I truly did feel like a bride to be walking around in it!

The material of the dress is great quality lace. The color is darker than an ivory, looks more champagne or dark ivory (which went well with my skin tone so I didn’t mind). At 4’11, 34B, 130 lbs and an athletic build, the dress fell to midi length on me with 4” heels. I’m really teeny so I figured this would be the case, and I actually like this length on me and it fit the theme so it all worked out. The size 4 fit perfectly on me, but the SLEEVES WERE IMPOSSIBLY TIGHT. I couldn’t squeeze my forearms through, so I had to opt for the size 6. Athletic gals beware, if your arms are buff you must size up! Aside from the sleeves, I absolutely love this dress!

I rented this for one of my baby showers. Fit great... I wasn't used to having such big breast so it showed a little more than I am used too! Great bump dress!

This dress was very comfortable. I'm 30 weeks pregnant and thought for sure I would have to wear the size 6, but the 4 was perfect around the waist and arms. I did have to wear a camisole with the dress because how low the front was. I received so many compliments of how great the dress looked. And at 30 weeks pregnant you want to feel good and this dress was perfect.

Great for maternity. I am 31 weeks and size 4 fits perfectly.

The fit was perfect.  It was way low cut and showed a LOT of cleavage, but it worked for this shoot.  The texture looked great in photos and could have been styled many different ways.  

I rented this for my maternity shoot. The 4 fit well all around my body aside from the arms, they were slightly tight. Nothing I couldn't handle but considering I rented this for a shoot I wanted to be able to move freely. I ended up wearing the six and it was still a great fit! This dress has such beautiful detailing and I was worried that it would look to matronly for my age but that was not the case. I am 31 weeks pregnant in the photo.

I wore this for my baby shower at 34 weeks. I'm 5'7 and was roughy 170lbs at that point. The 8 was maybe a tad small, mostly tight in the arms, but they didn't have a 10 available and the 12 was way too big. It's definitely low cut so if you don't want to show a ton of cleavage you need some kind of a camisole underneath. The lace is such a nice quality though and I got tons of compliments on it.

This dress was very comfortable and great to wear to my baby shower at 34 weeks. I sized up to the 8 due to the arms being a little tighter than I liked in the 6.

I wore this to a family wedding. It was longer than I expected - I am 5'2" and it went about halfway down my thighs - but that was actually nice for running around helping. I usually wear an 8 or 10 but I maybe could have used a 12 this time because it was still tight on my arms.

Fit tight on top, the arms and bust have no stretch or give at all.  But then there's a ton of fabric below the high waist line making it perfect for maternity! I can't imagine what it would fit like if you didn't have an 8 month pregnant belly filling it out! So I'd say true to size if you aren't large busted or have much weight on your upper arms. If you do carry weight on the upper part of your body I would suggest sizing up! 

I've been eyeing this dress ever since I've joined RTR. I wore this for a Family Pictorial where we all wore white. I wore a size 8 but I usually wear 10. The arms were a bit tight but there was room for stretch. I had to pin the chest area as the dress showed cleavage and I opted not to wear a tank top to save on space in the dress. The dress is super romantic. It's more of beige than white. I love it!!! I would rent again if an occasion would come up.

This dress is amazing!  I got it to wear for a maternity photo shoot, and also wore it for a baby shower that same weekend.  The dress isn't maternity, but the skirt has lots of fabric that made it perfect for my growing belly.  I felt beautiful in this dress!

It was slightly lower cut then I expected, so I wore a cami underneath so as to not expose the girls. I am also 5.5months pregnant and this dress sit perfectly on my belly not making me feel too confined. I wish it had pockets and then it would have been perfect but otherwise it was a winner and was my backup dress.

Im probably one of the few non pregnant people to rent this dress. I wore it to a mother/son country hoedown dance. It is this material. If you are going to be dancing it isnt very breathable and gets pretty warm. The dress is very low cut so i wore a tank underneath. It is forgiving in the waist which is prob why many pregnant peoole gave rebred this. 

The arms are tight- choose a large backup size or pick another style if you’re buff. Otherwise, fit was nice. Obviously was a little long on me, but I didn’t think it was too long for someone short.

I wore this for my baby shower, I was 34 weeks. This dress fit great in the stomach area, it wasn’t tight and flowed great. The bust was a little tight on me. I am a 36DDD right now, prior I was a 34DD. I was a size 6 pre-pregnancy and I wore the 6 this time. I could have worn the 8 (had I ordered it) and it might have made the bust and arms a little looser but the 6 still fit great. I felt very feminine and beautiful in this dress!

I’m breastfeeding, and my boobs were basically too big. The arms are pretty tight, and it seems very fully on bottom. 

Perfect non maternity dress for a baby bump! Empire waist was perfect. Wore it in december for winter white. Had to go 2 sizes up from my pre pregnancy size due to larger breasts and ribcage. 

True to size. I got so many compliments on this dress definitely a good choice!

Rented this for my maternity/family photos.  Wore my pre-pregnancy size of 4 at 31 weeks, so I'd say it runs big normally.  Used tape to help hold the cleavage in.  Only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because my back-up size (6) came in a different color!  It was more of a rose/mauve versus the ivory/tan that I wore (and expected)--I'm just glad the 4 fit.

Wore this for our Engagement photos, and it was everything I wanted. So comfortable, and fit in the smaller size that I got. They honestly smelled a little musty when I pulled them out of the Rent the Runway bag, but that didn't last long. The color is a much deeper cream in person, but photographs a little lighter. I love this dress so much, that I'm just waiting for it to go on sale, so I can buy it!

OK so I might be the only non-pregger to wear this but it was perfect for a country-themed party! Deep v neck balanced out the full skirt and made it chic. Fabric is gorgeous and so much prettier in person. I kept this one and she's coming with me on my next trip to Nashville for sure! 

Dress was overall very nice quality. Bottom of dress is made with lots of material which makes it really flowy...not exactly the most sliming though. The dress color is much darker in person. Like other reviews said, arms are very tight and v-neck is low (nothing a little styling tale can't fix). Not the most comfortable dress I've ever worn but it was perfect for our family pictures.  Received lots of compliments. 

It is very low cut so I wore an under shirt. It fits like a glove although the zipper did stick a little and I was scared to pull it too hard. The size two fit me perfect and it is bump friendly. I couldn't have picked a better dress. 

I rented the dress for my baby shower and I it was so pretty! Comfortable for the whole day and fit perfectly.  At almost 38 weeks pregnant and having gained 40lbs... I wore a 4 and I'm regularly a 0. Runs a little big. 

Loved this dress overall, but the arms made me self conscious. They were so tight. It's also a pretty deep V. I have a smaller chest, so I opted not to wear a tank like some others did. It has a very unique look. 

I usually wear a 4 or 6 and i was trying to size up for the bump. I might should have just stayed with the 6 but the 8 fit really well in the arms.

Beautiful dress. Longer than I expected. Not itchy at all. The fabric has no give so if my arms were any bigger I don't think they would've fit. It is true to size. I felt beautiful in this.

Overall this dress is exactly what I expected based on the reviews. There was plenty of room for my 32 week bump and I received tons of compliments:) the V is super low so I opted to not wear a bra and use dress tape to keep everything covered. The 6 was just snug enough to work with no bra (pregnancy bra size is 34D).  If I would have worn a bra the 8 may have been a better option, but both dresses fit fine. 

Very comfortable, fit-n-flare. The color is an ivory/ off-white color. Not white as I had assumed by the pictures. Kind of look like antique lace, which wasn't really what I was going for. It was nice though; fun for a fancy-ish birthday dinner. 

I'm not sure why the site is not letting me update my height and all of that. I'm 5'10 and weigh about 150. My bust size is a 32DD. I felt these measures helped me choosing the correct dress size since get nervous getting cloths through the internet. 

Ivory Lace Tea Dress

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