Toperth Reviews
I want to be clear that the dress itself is well-made and the applique work is lovely. My issue is purely with color representation. The listing title...More
I want to be clear that the dress itself is well-made and the applique work is lovely. My issue is purely with color representation. The listing title says "yellow floral" and I was expecting a warm yellow. What arrived is a cream or ivory base with gold-toned applique. It's not yellow in any conventional sense of the word. If you search for this knowing it's cream and gold, you'll be happy. I was specifically shopping for yellow and had to return it. The gold is pretty — it's just not what was advertised in the name.
the one shoulder is everything
Took this to a destination wedding in Tulum. Rolled it carefully in my carry-on between tissue paper and hung it up immediately at the hotel. Most of ...More
Took this to a destination wedding in Tulum. Rolled it carefully in my carry-on between tissue paper and hung it up immediately at the hotel. Most of the dress relaxed and smoothed out within an hour, but there was a stubborn crease right at the waist where it had been folded that needed a quick steam. Not a huge deal since the hotel had a steamer, but something to plan for. The fabric itself has a nice resistance to wrinkling otherwise, and the applique wasn't affected at all by packing.
I'm 5'2 and 115 lbs, ordered the XS. The fit through the bodice and hips is really lovely — it follows my shape without being tight. But the length is...More
I'm 5'2 and 115 lbs, ordered the XS. The fit through the bodice and hips is really lovely — it follows my shape without being tight. But the length is designed for someone taller. Even in 3-inch heels the dress pooled about four inches on the floor. I took it to my tailor and after hemming it looks perfect and the mesh border detail was preserved. Just factor in $25-30 for alterations if you're under 5'4. The dress itself is absolutely beautiful and I don't regret buying it at all.
Worth noting for anyone concerned about sheerness: the mesh overlay is a separate layer over the full opaque lining, so the body of the dress is not s...More
Worth noting for anyone concerned about sheerness: the mesh overlay is a separate layer over the full opaque lining, so the body of the dress is not see-through at all. However, at the very bottom hem, the mesh extends approximately two to three inches past where the lining ends, creating a delicate sheer border. Your lower calves and ankles are visible through this section. It's a lovely design detail that gives the hem an ethereal quality, but if you want full opacity to the floor, be aware. I'd still call it tasteful rather than revealing.
OKAY SO. I wore this to my cousin's wedding and I was worried a fitted maxi would mean standing against the wall all night. NOPE. The skirt has this s...More
OKAY SO. I wore this to my cousin's wedding and I was worried a fitted maxi would mean standing against the wall all night. NOPE. The skirt has this subtle flare from the knee down that gives you actual room to move your legs. I danced dabke for like two straight hours and the dress moved right with me — no riding up, no awkward pulling at the thighs. The spandex in the fabric lets you bend and twist without feeling like you're fighting the dress. It's fitted AND functional. Game changer.
As someone who has spent embarrassing amounts at Nordstrom and Saks on occasion dresses, I was genuinely surprised by the quality here. The gold appli...More
As someone who has spent embarrassing amounts at Nordstrom and Saks on occasion dresses, I was genuinely surprised by the quality here. The gold applique work has real depth and a luster that reads expensive. The mesh overlay is fine and even, the lining is opaque and comfortable, and the overall weight of the dress feels substantial in your hands. I wore this to a charity luncheon and received compliments from women who regularly wear designer. You'd never know this wasn't a four-figure dress.
Wanted to mention that the ruffle shoulder detail is significantly more dramatic in person than it appears in the product photos. The cascading layers...More
Wanted to mention that the ruffle shoulder detail is significantly more dramatic in person than it appears in the product photos. The cascading layers extend well down the upper arm and have real volume — each ruffle stands out from the body rather than lying flat. The craftsmanship is excellent and each layer has a clean finished edge. However, if your aesthetic leans minimal, this may feel like more of a statement than you anticipated. I'd say the ruffle is the loudest element of the dress by far. Beautiful work, just calibrate your expectations.
obsessed obsessed obsessed
I CANNOT with this dress. Wore it to a rooftop cocktail party in Miami and within the first hour three complete strangers came up to ask where it was ...More
I CANNOT with this dress. Wore it to a rooftop cocktail party in Miami and within the first hour three complete strangers came up to ask where it was from. My best friend said I looked like I belonged on a red carpet. The one-shoulder with the ruffle is such a statement — you walk in and people just look. I felt like a different version of myself honestly. The cream and gold combo is so so elegant without being over the top. Everyone needs this dress in their closet immediately.
Inspected this quite thoroughly before wearing it out. The invisible side zipper is genuinely well-hidden — runs smoothly and lies flat against the bo...More
Inspected this quite thoroughly before wearing it out. The invisible side zipper is genuinely well-hidden — runs smoothly and lies flat against the body. The full lining is soft and sits comfortably against skin without bunching under the mesh overlay. Stitching on the applique is clean and secure with no loose threads. My one reservation is that there's no built-in bust support, so you'll need to sort out a sticky bra or go without for the one-shoulder cut. Not a dealbreaker but worth knowing. Solid construction overall.
Bought this for my sister's engagement party and I was really hoping it would work on my body type — I'm a size 6 with a defined waist but fuller hips...More
Bought this for my sister's engagement party and I was really hoping it would work on my body type — I'm a size 6 with a defined waist but fuller hips. The polyester-spandex blend has just enough give that it hugs through the waist without digging in, and the skirt follows my hip curve smoothly without pulling or bunching at the side zipper. I could breathe, I could sit, I could eat. The body-skimming fit is flattering without being restrictive. My sister actually got a tiny bit jealous which is how I know it worked.
I've been to eleven weddings in the last two years and nothing I've worn has come close to this. The gold floral applique isn't flat or printed — it's...More
I've been to eleven weddings in the last two years and nothing I've worn has come close to this. The gold floral applique isn't flat or printed — it's raised, almost sculptural, with this satin-like texture you can feel with your fingertips. Every single bloom has dimension. At my friend's outdoor ceremony in Napa the late afternoon sun hit the dress and the gold just came alive. I have never gotten so many compliments on a single piece of clothing. The photos are genuinely insane — the cream base keeps it soft and bridal-adjacent without being white, and the gold pops in every lighting condition. I keep zooming in on the petals in my pictures because the detail is that good. Worth every penny and then some.
The front of this dress is beautiful — everyone sees the V-neckline, the wrap bodice, the flowing pleated skirt. And then you turn around and it's an ...More
The front of this dress is beautiful — everyone sees the V-neckline, the wrap bodice, the flowing pleated skirt. And then you turn around and it's an entirely different experience. The wide-open back with the criss-cross lacing catches people off guard. I deliberately positioned myself with my back to the room for portions of the evening. My date told me the back was more stunning than the front. It's a dress that rewards every angle and surprises from behind.
This is a genuine investment piece that I assessed before purchasing. The dusty blue is season-neutral — appropriate for spring through early autumn e...More
This is a genuine investment piece that I assessed before purchasing. The dusty blue is season-neutral — appropriate for spring through early autumn events. The silhouette is current but relies on pleating and wrap construction rather than any passing trend, so it won't date within two to three years. I've identified four events in the next year where it will be appropriate. Projected cost per wear makes this an efficient addition to a curated wardrobe.
I was stopped SEVEN times by strangers at the festival asking to take my photo. Seven. I counted because by the third one I started keeping track. One...More
I was stopped SEVEN times by strangers at the festival asking to take my photo. Seven. I counted because by the third one I started keeping track. One woman physically grabbed my arm and said this was the most beautiful dress she'd ever seen in person. The pleats catching the golden hour wind, the color against the sunset, the ruffle sleeves — it creates a complete visual statement that apparently stops people mid-stride. I have never received this level of attention from clothing.