Avis Toperth
Wore this for a sunset dinner at a resort and the coral tones in the satin literally matched the sky behind me. The warm light made the whole dress gl… Voir plus
Wore this for a sunset dinner at a resort and the coral tones in the satin literally matched the sky behind me. The warm light made the whole dress glow. One thing to note — the satin surface does show marks easily. A tiny splash of water from my glass left a visible spot that took a good while to air dry and disappear. Just be mindful with drinks.
Minor limitation: the layered ruffles at the shoulders restrict overhead arm movement slightly. Not an issue for cocktail parties or dinners but notic… Voir plus
Minor limitation: the layered ruffles at the shoulders restrict overhead arm movement slightly. Not an issue for cocktail parties or dinners but noticeable when I tried to raise my arms on the dance floor. For seated or standing events this dress is a dream. Just be aware if you plan on doing a lot of energetic dancing with your arms up.
I rolled this carefully in my suitcase for a destination wedding and the pleats came out looking nearly perfect. No steaming needed, no ironing. A cou… Voir plus
I rolled this carefully in my suitcase for a destination wedding and the pleats came out looking nearly perfect. No steaming needed, no ironing. A couple of the bottom folds had minor compression marks but they relaxed within an hour of hanging in the hotel closet. For a fully pleated dress that's impressive travel performance. Only minor imperfection keeps it from a five.
Wore this to an August wedding in Texas and was surprised at how comfortable it was in the heat. The satin can feel warm in direct sun but the open ba… Voir plus
Wore this to an August wedding in Texas and was surprised at how comfortable it was in the heat. The satin can feel warm in direct sun but the open back and side cut-outs let air circulate in a way that a fully closed dress wouldn't. Smart design even if unintentional. I was cooler than friends in their tighter dresses.
Practical note about sitting: the full accordion-pleated skirt fans out quite a bit when you sit down. At a banquet table it was fine but on a smaller… Voir plus
Practical note about sitting: the full accordion-pleated skirt fans out quite a bit when you sit down. At a banquet table it was fine but on a smaller chair or bench seating it takes up noticeable space. Not a dealbreaker by any means just something to be aware of if you'll be at a crowded table or in tight venue seating.
The deep V-neckline is the perfect frame for a statement pendant or layered chains. I went with a simple gold lariat and it looked amazing nestled in … Voir plus
The deep V-neckline is the perfect frame for a statement pendant or layered chains. I went with a simple gold lariat and it looked amazing nestled in the neckline. Fair warning though the ruffle shoulders compete with big earrings — I'd recommend keeping it simple above the neck and letting the neckline do the talking for jewelry.
The inside of the bodice has a smooth lining that's comfortable against the skin. No built-in cups or boning though, so if you need structure or suppo… Voir plus
The inside of the bodice has a smooth lining that's comfortable against the skin. No built-in cups or boning though, so if you need structure or support you'll have to figure that out separately. I'm a B cup and was fine with just adhesive cups, but anyone larger might want more reinforcement. The exterior of the dress is really beautiful.
Be aware this dress sits firmly in the resort or summer wedding category, not black-tie formal. The cut-outs and open back give it a sensual relaxed e… Voir plus
Be aware this dress sits firmly in the resort or summer wedding category, not black-tie formal. The cut-outs and open back give it a sensual relaxed elegance rather than traditional formality. It's stunning within its lane — just know your venue before committing.
One thing to note if you're wearing this outdoors — the pleated skirt absolutely catches the wind. It billows and lifts which is dramatic and beautifu… Voir plus
One thing to note if you're wearing this outdoors — the pleated skirt absolutely catches the wind. It billows and lifts which is dramatic and beautiful but could be a concern depending on the situation. The good news is the skirt is fully lined so there's zero risk of a wardrobe malfunction. Just be prepared for some Marilyn moments.
This dress transitions well across occasions. I've worn it to a wedding and then again to a resort dinner on vacation. The floral print is festive eno… Voir plus
This dress transitions well across occasions. I've worn it to a wedding and then again to a resort dinner on vacation. The floral print is festive enough for celebrations but not so costume-y that it feels out of place at a nice restaurant. If you're looking to justify the investment with multiple wears it delivers. Slightly too bold for anything corporate though.
Quality is consistent with the price point. The satin has a pleasant hand-feel — smooth without being slippery. The ruffles are well-attached with no … Voir plus
Quality is consistent with the price point. The satin has a pleasant hand-feel — smooth without being slippery. The ruffles are well-attached with no signs of puckering at the seams. Interior finishing is clean. It feels like a dress that will hold up through multiple events. Not couture, but solidly above average.
This is a dry-clean-only dress in practice. The satin fabric and set pleats would not survive a wash cycle, and even hand washing feels risky. That's … Voir plus
This is a dry-clean-only dress in practice. The satin fabric and set pleats would not survive a wash cycle, and even hand washing feels risky. That's expected at this quality level but just factor in the ongoing maintenance cost. The dress itself is lovely and well worth the care it demands.
I'm 5'2, 110 lbs, ordered an XS. The bodice and waist fit well in my usual size. However I needed to take about four inches off the hem, which is pret… Voir plus
I'm 5'2, 110 lbs, ordered an XS. The bodice and waist fit well in my usual size. However I needed to take about four inches off the hem, which is pretty standard for me with maxis. The good news is the pleats are uniform enough that a tailor can hem without disrupting the pattern. Just budget for alterations if you're petite.
Inspected every seam and I'm impressed. The stitching is clean and even, the waistband where the bodice meets the skirt is properly reinforced, and th… Voir plus
Inspected every seam and I'm impressed. The stitching is clean and even, the waistband where the bodice meets the skirt is properly reinforced, and the ruffles are securely attached. I've been burned by pretty dresses that fall apart and this one holds up to scrutiny. Deducting one star only because a loose thread on the interior lining needed trimming.
I was genuinely worried about packing this for a destination bachelorette. The accordion pleats actually bounced back surprisingly well after being fo… Voir plus
I was genuinely worried about packing this for a destination bachelorette. The accordion pleats actually bounced back surprisingly well after being folded in my suitcase for two days. There was minor creasing at the very bottom of the hem but nothing visible from a normal distance. Not perfect but better than expected.
I'm 5'10 and the length was perfect — the hem just grazed the floor in 3-inch heels. No alterations needed for my height, which is rare for a maxi dre… Voir plus
I'm 5'10 and the length was perfect — the hem just grazed the floor in 3-inch heels. No alterations needed for my height, which is rare for a maxi dress. The waist hit right where it should. If you're 5'7 or under you'll almost certainly need to hem it.