Will recommend getting a back up size or sizing up. I’m usually a 12 but needed to size up to a size 14 but the size up fit perfectly! 

Very good quality, fit true to size. Didn’t have to wear a bra and no issues with it falling down. Great choice for a fall wedding! 

Wore this dress to a cocktail attire wedding in October, and it was perfect! The fit was true to size and it was super comfortable the whole night. The length hit slightly above my ankles, which gave it an elegant, flowy feel. I received so many compliments! If you’re looking for something cute and classy for a fall wedding or event, I’d definitely recommend this dress!

This dress made me feel gorgeous 4 months post partum! 

This dress was an absolute dream to wear. It truly felt like a designer gown. Highly recommend for the fall/winter as the dress has a bit of weight to it. The belt I added really finished off the ensemble. 

This dress is super versatile and feels like the type of dress that looks good on everyone. TTS, I'm usually a 4 and this was a bit too big but still doable. 6 was all that was available and it worked! No bra needed because it has interior boning/structure. Only note is it's a bit heavy / thick so not ideal for summer. 

Wear a 6 and fit was great.  Wore silver with it for a nice style 

This is an amazing piece with really nice construction! It is a heavy material so it was really hot to wear at my friends summer wedding. But besides that I received so many compliments for how unique this piece was! 

I wore this to my doctorate graduation and it fit perfectly under my regalia. a stunning dress & the design elevated it well! i got so many compliments

Wore to a cocktail party and it was just the right level of fancy. Was able to dance all night in it.

I wore this to a black tie wedding.. it was beyond comfortable, well fitting and I didn't have to worry about it fall down. The detailing of the lace and velvet is shake but so elegant. Rent this , you won't be disappointed! 

This was a replacement dress for me & wow what a stunner! The material is heavier, perfect for fall/winter events. Tight throughout the chest but didn’t move a bit when dancing. 

I was actually shocked by how well this fit. I wore the size 4 and it was perfectly snug. I am also a 32A and always concerned how strapless dresses will fit me, but this fit great. I will say, if you have a larger chest size, it may be too tight depending on size. I received so many compliments on how nice it was, would seriously consider purchasing!

This dress was perfect for a gala fundraiser. I'm normally a 2/4 and this 4 was a little tight on top. My friend had to zip me up and it was too tight with a strapless bra so I went braless. But overall I loved this dress!

i ordered this in my normal size (2) and a size bigger just in case. the 2 fit perfectly. without heels, the hem came to the bone in my ankle, which was a nice length for black tie optional. it was perfectly comfortable too. i didn’t have to pull it up once after i put it on. the only thing ill say, which ive seen other reviewers note, is that the sticky bit on the top of the bustier may fold over so its visible. just tuck it back in and it stays put for a while. 

Perfect for a work formal - classic black dress, classy, with a twist. Corset holds you in so well and is super flattering. 

Was a nice dress. Wasn’t my first choice but I like the way it looked fit great. The only thing I can critique  is the silicone part on the top was rolling so it wasn’t sitting right, but you couldn’t really notice it. 

Fit is perfect for a petite. Loved the velvet and lace mixed fabric. The zipper is tough but not a deal breaker. Would rent again!

I felt so beautiful and sexy in this dress. Wore it to a fancy dinner with my husband. It is on the heavier side, which I really liked because it's a cold winter. It's a perfect sexy black dress to wear on a date or formal event. 10/10 recommend.

Loved this dress! Stayed up all night and I felt so comfortable in it!

Tons of complements and comfortable. I did get a little irritation on my chest above my boobs - where the fabric pushed in but I think that is just how the dress stays up. Not a big deal just fyi. 

Only thing that was annoying was the top with the rubber to keep the dress up kept folding over. The dress still stayed in place fine and you couldn’t notice unless someone looked closely. 

Dress was a little tighter on my chest than expected which made it a little uncomfortable for a long event, but the rest of the dress fit me perfectly. I got so many compliments and everyone loved it! 

This dress was perfect for this event! I felt so pretty wearing this and got so many compliments on it! It was super easy to dance and move around in! I loved this dress so much!

Wore this to a black tie optional wedding and it was perfect. The 2 was pretty snug so I ended up wearing the 4 and I never had to pull it up once. Highly recommend this dress!

Very flattering and comfortable. Stayed up all night without me having to pull it up. I really could have worn either the size 2 or 4, but went with the 4. 

This dress exceeded my expectations when I saw it in person. I normally wear a 16, went with the 14 and it fit perfectly. It came right to my ankles with medium size heels. The boning is supportive without being constricting or poking, and allows you to go without a bra. The only thing is it took a bit of effort to get the zipper up, you definitely need a second person to help. I got so many compliments on this dress! I felt adorable in it. Would buy it if I could! 

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