Toperth-Bewertungen
The lace-up ties at the back are lovely and the criss-cross pattern is a beautiful detail. My concern is the cords themselves are quite thin — probabl… Mehr
The lace-up ties at the back are lovely and the criss-cross pattern is a beautiful detail. My concern is the cords themselves are quite thin — probably 3-4mm diameter. When I tied them firmly I could feel the tension and worried about them snapping or cutting into the fabric. They held all evening without issue but slightly thicker cords or satin ribbon would feel sturdier and be easier on the hands when tying. Every other aspect of the dress is considered and refined.
I attended an opera gala where I was seated among women in gowns that clearly cost several thousand. This dress held its own. The satin finish reads e… Mehr
I attended an opera gala where I was seated among women in gowns that clearly cost several thousand. This dress held its own. The satin finish reads expensive across a room — it has that fluid movement and light-catching quality that photographs identically to silk. Up close, at intimate conversation distance, the fabric reveals a slight synthetic sheen that natural fibers wouldn't have. It's not unpleasant but it is detectable. At event distance, however, nobody would know. The design and the pleating do tremendous heavy lifting.
Beautiful dress and I genuinely adore the design — the pleating, the color, the silhouette, all of it is stunning. But at a 36D the deep V created a r… Mehr
Beautiful dress and I genuinely adore the design — the pleating, the color, the silhouette, all of it is stunning. But at a 36D the deep V created a real logistics challenge. A standard adhesive bra was visible at the inner edge of the neckline. I ended up using KT tape in a lift-and-secure method which worked perfectly but took a solid twenty minutes and some YouTube tutorials. Budget time for your undergarment situation. Once that's handled the dress is a showstopper.
The branded box arrived with a small dent on one corner, presumably from international shipping. However the dress inside was perfectly protected — no… Mehr
The branded box arrived with a small dent on one corner, presumably from international shipping. However the dress inside was perfectly protected — no damage to the fabric, pleats completely intact, no creasing. I'd prefer a sturdier outer shipping box for long-distance delivery. But the product itself exceeded my expectations. The color is beautiful, the construction is clean, and the pleats hold their shape perfectly.
I'm 50 and took a chance on this for a resort dinner in Cabo. Worried the ruffles and deep V would look age-inappropriate. But the muted blue is inher… Mehr
I'm 50 and took a chance on this for a resort dinner in Cabo. Worried the ruffles and deep V would look age-inappropriate. But the muted blue is inherently sophisticated, the pleating is classic rather than trendy, and the overall effect reads as elegant glamour rather than youthful party dress. My husband said I looked incredible. I used a small strip of fashion tape on the neckline for extra security which gave me confidence. Deducting one star solely for the neckline requiring that extra step.
One small thing to note — the invisible zipper is a little stiff near the top, right where it meets the bodice. I was nervous about snagging the pleat… Mehr
One small thing to note — the invisible zipper is a little stiff near the top, right where it meets the bodice. I was nervous about snagging the pleated fabric when pulling it up. Going slowly and holding the fabric taut while zipping solved it, but it would be nice if the zipper mechanism were smoother. Once the dress is on and the lace-up back is tied, you won't touch the zipper again. The dress itself is beautiful, the cutouts are tasteful, and the back is a gorgeous detail.
Gorgeous dress, and I truly wish it came in a deeper shade — a navy or emerald would be incredible. The soft blue is pretty but it does wash me out sl… Mehr
Gorgeous dress, and I truly wish it came in a deeper shade — a navy or emerald would be incredible. The soft blue is pretty but it does wash me out slightly with my olive complexion. I compensated with warm bronzer and gold accessories and it looked great in photos. The design itself is a solid 10 — the pleating, the open back, the ruffle sleeves, all of it. Just know that if you have warmer or deeper skin, you might want to think about how this particular blue works with your undertone.
Well-constructed dress. Pleats are even and consistent from waist to hem, all seams are clean, invisible zipper operates smoothly. The fabric is synth… Mehr
Well-constructed dress. Pleats are even and consistent from waist to hem, all seams are clean, invisible zipper operates smoothly. The fabric is synthetic but has a convincing satin finish that reads as more expensive than it is. For this price point it delivers good value — you'd pay significantly more from a department store brand for comparable construction. My only note is the lining is on the thinner side, which is fine for evening but could be slightly sheer in direct bright sunlight.
The ruffle sleeves are MUCH bigger in person than they look in the product photos. They're full sculptural ruffles that sit up from the shoulder — not… Mehr
The ruffle sleeves are MUCH bigger in person than they look in the product photos. They're full sculptural ruffles that sit up from the shoulder — not subtle at all. Personally I love the drama and they balance out the deep neckline really well. But if you were expecting delicate little flutter sleeves based on the photos you might be surprised. Try it before you decide.
Wore this to an outdoor reception that turned slightly drizzly and the fabric held up surprisingly well. No visible water spots, no warping of the ple… Mehr
Wore this to an outdoor reception that turned slightly drizzly and the fabric held up surprisingly well. No visible water spots, no warping of the pleats, no running dye. The synthetic material was actually an advantage here. Just be mindful on wet grass — the hem does drag and mine picked up some green staining at the very bottom. I'm going to try spot-cleaning it. The rest of the dress is pristine.
Okay so real talk — the open back means no regular bra. None. I used adhesive silicone cups and they worked well with the deep V. If you're a B cup or… Mehr
Okay so real talk — the open back means no regular bra. None. I used adhesive silicone cups and they worked well with the deep V. If you're a B cup or smaller you might be comfortable without anything since the wrap bodice has decent support. But definitely plan your undergarment situation before the event because you cannot figure this out last minute. Once I solved that, the dress was perfection.
Dress matches the listing photos about 90 percent. The blue is slightly more muted in person, leaning a touch more grey, which I actually prefer — it … Mehr
Dress matches the listing photos about 90 percent. The blue is slightly more muted in person, leaning a touch more grey, which I actually prefer — it reads as more sophisticated. The pleats are identical to what's shown. Only notable difference is the ruffle sleeves sit a bit smaller on my broader shoulders than they do on the model in the photos. They're still visible and pretty, just not quite as voluminous proportionally. Still a beautiful purchase overall.
I'm 48 and was nervous the open back would look like I was trying too hard. My daughter talked me into keeping it and I'm grateful she did. The lace-u… Mehr
I'm 48 and was nervous the open back would look like I was trying too hard. My daughter talked me into keeping it and I'm grateful she did. The lace-up creates this beautiful criss-cross pattern that reads more as an elegant design detail than skin-baring exposure. I tightened the strings a bit higher than shown in the photos to reduce how much back was visible and it looked lovely. The dusty blue is sophisticated — nothing juvenile about it. Several women my age at the wedding asked where I found it.
Les manches volantees sont jolies mais un peu trop romantiques pour mon style. Le reste de la robe est sublime — le plisse impeccable, la couleur douc… Mehr
Les manches volantees sont jolies mais un peu trop romantiques pour mon style. Le reste de la robe est sublime — le plisse impeccable, la couleur douce, les decoupes laterales modernes. J'aurais prefere une epaule plus epuree, plus architecturale. C'est une question de gout personnel. La qualite de confection est bonne et le laçage dans le dos est un vrai plus pour l'ajustement.
Color is accurate to the product photos — a muted steel blue with a slight lavender undertone depending on the light. Pairs equally well with gold and… Mehr
Color is accurate to the product photos — a muted steel blue with a slight lavender undertone depending on the light. Pairs equally well with gold and silver accessories, which I tested before the event. Fabric has a satisfying weight to it without being heavy. The side cutouts are a bit much for a corporate charity dinner context but I wore a light cashmere wrap during the seated portion and removed it for the cocktail hour. Functional solution.
I'm 5'2 and this dress is LONG. Like genuinely pooling-on-the-floor long even in heels. I had it hemmed about four inches and thankfully my tailor was… Mehr
I'm 5'2 and this dress is LONG. Like genuinely pooling-on-the-floor long even in heels. I had it hemmed about four inches and thankfully my tailor was able to keep the pleats intact, which I was worried about. Once altered the proportions were perfect and I got tons of compliments. Just know that if you're petite you'll need a trip to the tailor. Budget an extra $30-40 for that.