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Wore this on a dinner cruise with significant wind off the water. The crossover bodice stayed completely secure the entire evening — the wrap construc...više
Wore this on a dinner cruise with significant wind off the water. The crossover bodice stayed completely secure the entire evening — the wrap construction holds the V-neckline in place through physics alone, no tape needed. The pleated skirt billowed out dramatically behind me which looked stunning, but the neckline never once shifted or gaped. It's well engineered.
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...više
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.
holy shit this dress
The color is exactly what you see on your screen. Soft dusty blue with a subtle sheen, not too bright, not too grey. I calibrated my laptop display be...više
The color is exactly what you see on your screen. Soft dusty blue with a subtle sheen, not too bright, not too grey. I calibrated my laptop display before ordering because I was anxious about it and honestly it was unnecessary — the listing photos are accurate. Arrived in beautiful condition.
Well-constructed dress. Pleats are even and consistent from waist to hem, all seams are clean, invisible zipper operates smoothly. The fabric is synth...više
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.
Me senti a mulher mais bonita da festa. Os recortes na cintura e as costas abertas sao sensuais mas elegantes ao mesmo tempo. O azul e maravilhoso e o...više
Me senti a mulher mais bonita da festa. Os recortes na cintura e as costas abertas sao sensuais mas elegantes ao mesmo tempo. O azul e maravilhoso e o plissado balanca lindo quando anda. Amei demais, ja quero em outra cor.
Sat through a three-hour charity dinner and auction in this dress and remained genuinely comfortable the entire time. The pleats fan out beautifully w...više
Sat through a three-hour charity dinner and auction in this dress and remained genuinely comfortable the entire time. The pleats fan out beautifully when you sit and don't bunch or crease under the table. The bodice stays in place when you lean forward. I didn't adjust it once the whole night. For a formal dress with this much visual drama it's remarkably comfortable and low-maintenance once you have it on.
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...više
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.
Wearing this as my wedding dress for our small second-marriage ceremony on the beach. The dusty blue feels romantic without the formality of white, an...više
Wearing this as my wedding dress for our small second-marriage ceremony on the beach. The dusty blue feels romantic without the formality of white, and the lace-up back and ruffle sleeves give it enough bridal energy that it still feels like a moment. My fiance teared up when he saw me in it. At a fraction of the cost of a traditional gown this was the best decision I made for the wedding.
Was nervous about the lace-up back because I live alone and figured I'd need someone to tie it. But the strings are long enough that I could reach beh...više
Was nervous about the lace-up back because I live alone and figured I'd need someone to tie it. But the strings are long enough that I could reach behind and do it myself in the mirror. Took about three tries to get the tension even but it's completely doable solo. The criss-cross pattern doesn't have to be perfect to look good — it has an intentionally organic look.
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...više
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.
i cannot stop looking at myself in this dress
Finally a maxi that's actually maxi length on me. I'm 5'10 and this hits right at the floor with a low heel. The proportions are designed for someone ...više
Finally a maxi that's actually maxi length on me. I'm 5'10 and this hits right at the floor with a low heel. The proportions are designed for someone with height — the bodice is long enough that the waistline sits at my actual waist, not riding up under my bust. The sleeves also sit correctly on my shoulders. Pleased with the fit.
Under the ballroom lights this blue is ethereal. It shifts between a soft blue and a silvery tone depending on the angle and lighting. At least four p...više
Under the ballroom lights this blue is ethereal. It shifts between a soft blue and a silvery tone depending on the angle and lighting. At least four people at the NYE gala specifically complimented the color — not just the dress, the color. It's not a generic blue. The satin finish catches light in this subtle way that makes it almost luminous. Absolutely worth it.
This is objectively a beautiful, well-made dress. The pleating is gorgeous and the color is elegant and timeless. But for my purposes — a traditional ...više
This is objectively a beautiful, well-made dress. The pleating is gorgeous and the color is elegant and timeless. But for my purposes — a traditional church wedding in the South — it showed too much skin. The side cutouts, the plunging V, and the fully open back combined to be more than I was comfortable with in that context. I ended up wearing something else to the wedding. If your event is a beach ceremony, an evening gala, or any setting where open backs are appropriate, this dress would be stunning. It just wasn't right for mine.
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...više
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.