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I'm between a small and a medium and normally that means gambling on which size to order. The lace-up back on this dress eliminates that problem entir...više
I'm between a small and a medium and normally that means gambling on which size to order. The lace-up back on this dress eliminates that problem entirely — I ordered the medium and tightened the criss-cross ties until the bodice sat flush against my ribcage. The fit felt custom. My one note is that the size chart doesn't reflect actual body measurements particularly well, so I'd recommend sizing up and relying on the ties to bring it in. The adjustability is genuinely functional, not decorative.
Absolutely stunning dress but plan your outerwear situation carefully. The open lace-up back, the side cutouts, and especially the sculptural shoulder...više
Absolutely stunning dress but plan your outerwear situation carefully. The open lace-up back, the side cutouts, and especially the sculptural shoulder ruffles mean you can't just throw on any jacket or coat. I ended up carefully draping a silk wrap over my shoulders but it kept slipping off the ruffles. If your event involves any outdoor time in cold weather, think through this in advance. The dress itself is a ten out of ten.
Wore my heavy gold jhumkas and stacked gold bangles and the wine set them off in a way I've never achieved with any other dress color. It's like the w...više
Wore my heavy gold jhumkas and stacked gold bangles and the wine set them off in a way I've never achieved with any other dress color. It's like the warmth of the wine amplifies gold. The satin picks up the gold reflection too, so there's this overall warm glow happening. If you wear a lot of gold jewelry this is genuinely the ideal dress color. Wore it to a sangeet and it held its own next to all the embroidered lehengas.
The pleated bodice maintained its structure well during a two-hour seated opera performance — no awkward bunching or collapsing. The vertical pleats s...više
The pleated bodice maintained its structure well during a two-hour seated opera performance — no awkward bunching or collapsing. The vertical pleats sort of compress and release naturally as you breathe and move, which keeps everything looking neat. One note: when I leaned forward to check my phone the deep V did open a bit wider than when standing, so I'd keep that in mind if you'll be seated at a dinner table. Not dramatic, just something to be aware of.
There's a subtle swishing sound when the accordion pleats brush against each other as you walk — this soft, rhythmic whisper of satin on satin. It's b...više
There's a subtle swishing sound when the accordion pleats brush against each other as you walk — this soft, rhythmic whisper of satin on satin. It's barely audible to anyone else but you feel it and hear it and it adds to this sense of occasion. One practical note: I wish the inner lining extended further down the skirt. It ends around mid-thigh, so below that you can feel the bare pleats against your legs. Not uncomfortable, just a design choice worth knowing about.
I wore this for our vow renewal and the wrap waistband gave it an almost bridal quality — that gathered, cinched structure that feels ceremonial witho...više
I wore this for our vow renewal and the wrap waistband gave it an almost bridal quality — that gathered, cinched structure that feels ceremonial without being white. The satin sheen added to the formality. My one small wish is that the crossover portion of the wrap were slightly wider to cover a bit more of the midsection transition between bodice and skirt. It's a minor proportion thing but I noticed it in photos. Still, it was perfect for the occasion.
The satin is smooth and pleasant against the skin but I should note that it doesn't breathe exceptionally well in warm conditions. The cutouts at the ...više
The satin is smooth and pleasant against the skin but I should note that it doesn't breathe exceptionally well in warm conditions. The cutouts at the sides help with airflow, which is a nice design feature, but the areas where the fabric sits close to the body — the wrapped waist, the pleated bodice — did get warm during a midsummer evening event. Something to consider if your venue isn't air-conditioned. The dress is beautiful regardless.
I'm 5'6 and wore this with 3-inch gold platform heels. The hem just barely grazed the floor which created that perfect red-carpet sweep. Without heels...više
I'm 5'6 and wore this with 3-inch gold platform heels. The hem just barely grazed the floor which created that perfect red-carpet sweep. Without heels it pools about two inches on the ground, so unless you're 5'9+ you'll want at least a low heel or be prepared to get it hemmed. The pleating makes hemming tricky though so I'd recommend just finding the right shoe height.
I'm 46 and was hesitant about the cutouts and the deep neckline but decided to take the risk. Honestly? It works. The cutouts are relatively small and...više
I'm 46 and was hesitant about the cutouts and the deep neckline but decided to take the risk. Honestly? It works. The cutouts are relatively small and positioned high at the waist, and the full-length pleated skirt provides so much coverage and elegance that the overall effect is balanced — sensual but not inappropriate. The lace-up back let me adjust the fit precisely. My son's wedding photos look beautiful.
Worth noting that the color reads slightly warmer and more coppery in person than the product photos suggest. On screen it looked like a cool-toned wi...više
Worth noting that the color reads slightly warmer and more coppery in person than the product photos suggest. On screen it looked like a cool-toned wine, but in certain light it picks up these amber undertones that push it toward a warm terracotta-wine. Still a gorgeous shade and arguably more interesting, but if you're trying to match specific cool-toned accessories you may want to account for that. I ended up pairing it with gold and it worked beautifully.
The deep V-neckline was my biggest concern but it actually stays put much better than I expected. The pleated panels on either side of the V create a ...više
The deep V-neckline was my biggest concern but it actually stays put much better than I expected. The pleated panels on either side of the V create a slight stiffness that holds the neckline in position. I did use one small strip of tape right at the point of the V as insurance, but honestly it probably would have been fine without. The structure of the bodice does a lot of the work.
Packed this in a suitcase for a destination wedding in Mexico and was bracing myself for wrinkle disaster. The pleats bounced back almost immediately ...više
Packed this in a suitcase for a destination wedding in Mexico and was bracing myself for wrinkle disaster. The pleats bounced back almost immediately after I hung it up — accordion pleating is more resilient than I expected. There was one faint crease near the hem that hung out within about an hour. I'd recommend rolling it loosely rather than folding, but overall it travels much better than I feared.
Just a heads up for anyone wondering — you absolutely cannot wear any kind of bra with this dress. The side cutouts, the deep V, and the fully open la...više
Just a heads up for anyone wondering — you absolutely cannot wear any kind of bra with this dress. The side cutouts, the deep V, and the fully open lace-up back make it impossible. I'm a B cup and went without, which was fine, but if you're larger-chested and need support this is something to seriously consider before ordering. That said, the silhouette without a bra is stunning and the satin has enough structure in the bodice to offer a hint of shape.
The pleating is precise and uniform from waistband to hem, and after a full evening of wear the folds retained their shape well. The satin has adequat...više
The pleating is precise and uniform from waistband to hem, and after a full evening of wear the folds retained their shape well. The satin has adequate weight for the drape it needs to achieve. For the price point, the construction is solid. My only reservation is that the fabric could benefit from slightly more substance — it's not paper-thin, but a heavier satin would elevate the dress further. Still, a good buy.
Ordered my usual size M and the waist was a touch looser than I'd like — not a dealbreaker but noticeable. However the lace-up ties in the back pulled...više
Ordered my usual size M and the waist was a touch looser than I'd like — not a dealbreaker but noticeable. However the lace-up ties in the back pulled everything in snugly and created a much more tailored look. The adjustability is a genuine design feature, not decorative. It's forgiving enough to accommodate between-size bodies, which I appreciate. The pleats hung perfectly once the back was cinched. Very happy with the purchase for the charity ball.
So I'll be honest, the V-neckline is deeper than I anticipated and I'm a 36D so I did need to use fashion tape to keep everything secure. That's my on...više
So I'll be honest, the V-neckline is deeper than I anticipated and I'm a 36D so I did need to use fashion tape to keep everything secure. That's my one note. But the crossover waist? Magic. It cinched me in right at the narrowest point and smoothed everything out in a way that was incredibly flattering on my postpartum body. Felt put-together and elegant without feeling like I was stuffed into something. Really happy with it overall.