Fits true to size & has a built in bustier so it really holds you in. Truly a liquid sequin look making it look SO expensive. 

I wore this dress to my work holiday party at a 5 star hotel. I needed something glamorous and festive that also fit my normal aesthetic (I wear a lot of black and little else!). This dress fit the bill. It is very well made and feels expensive. It has a non-slip lining at the top and built-in boning at the waist to keep you cinched in (and as a result, you more than likely will not need to wear a bra with this, despite the strapless style, even if you have a large bust). The sequins felt securely attached, so I didn't worry about snagging my coat or tights or accidentally ripping any sequins off. Because of the dress's design and fit, I could not lift my arms up very high, so I suggest skipping this dress if you're looking for something for a high-movement event with lots of dancing.
As for fit - I think this dress runs a little large as I don't normally wear an XS. I checked the size guide on retrofete's website before reserving this dress and was between multiple sizes (bust fit M/L, waist fit XS, and hip fit S), so I was a little nervous about the fit. Between the XS and the S, the XS fit me slightly better, so that's the size I ended up wearing. It was a little tight on the bust, but not as much as I thought it would be. I would advise sizing down if you're between sizes - however there isn't a lot of give in the waist due to the boning, so I think that's probably the most important measurement with this dress.
Regarding styling - while this dress is absolutely gorgeous, I think the look really depends on how you style the dress. Without accessories it might not be as impactful. I used accessories I already had in my closet and received a ton of compliments throughout the night.
This dress made me feel beautiful and bewitching. I was sad to take it off at the end of the night and am even sadder to ship it back!

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