Toperth Reviews
The pleated satin fabric requires either hand washing or professional dry cleaning. There's no tossing this in the machine and hoping for the best - t...More
The pleated satin fabric requires either hand washing or professional dry cleaning. There's no tossing this in the machine and hoping for the best - the pleats would not survive. For someone who has a reliable dry cleaner and doesn't mind the ongoing cost, this is a non-issue and the dress is genuinely beautiful. For me personally, the maintenance commitment is a factor I weigh against how often I'll realistically wear it. Objectively well-made, subjectively more effort than I prefer.
Y'ALL. I wore this to my best friend's wedding last Saturday and I am not exaggerating when I say that actual strangers - people I had never met in my...More
Y'ALL. I wore this to my best friend's wedding last Saturday and I am not exaggerating when I say that actual strangers - people I had never met in my life - came up to me at the reception to tell me how beautiful my dress was. One woman grabbed my arm and asked me to send her the link. The cinnamon rose just GLOWS under string lights and the pleats catch every little bit of light. I have never in my life received that many compliments on a single piece of clothing.
I'll be honest - I hesitated at the price point. But having received it and worn it to a fundraiser, I can see where the money goes. The sunray pleati...More
I'll be honest - I hesitated at the price point. But having received it and worn it to a fundraiser, I can see where the money goes. The sunray pleating is precise and even throughout, the seams are clean, the wrapped waistband is lined, and the back lacing hardware feels sturdy. The branded rigid box is a nice touch for storage. Where I'd push back slightly is that for this investment I expected the cut-out edges to be bound rather than simply cut, though they're clean enough that it's not visible when worn. Overall the quality is there.
When you walk in this dress something magical happens with the pleats. They create this cascading waterfall effect where the fabric falls in perfect v...More
When you walk in this dress something magical happens with the pleats. They create this cascading waterfall effect where the fabric falls in perfect vertical lines but also sways and ripples with each step. The satin is light enough to respond to every movement but heavy enough that it doesn't fly up or cling to your legs. It just drapes. Beautifully. I wore it to a summer garden party and catching glimpses of myself in windows as I walked past was genuinely delightful. The movement is this dress's secret weapon.
I've been burned before by dresses that looked satiny and elegant online but arrived looking like cheap costume fabric. This is not that. The satin on...More
I've been burned before by dresses that looked satiny and elegant online but arrived looking like cheap costume fabric. This is not that. The satin on this dress has a soft, pearlescent quality to it - it reflects light in a diffused way rather than a harsh mirror-like shine. It actually reminds me of the finish you see on much higher-end pieces. Up close the pleating adds dimension to the sheen so you get this subtle light-and-shadow play across the whole skirt. Quality satin is hard to find at this price point.
Fair warning - the open back and side cut-outs mean your regular bra is not going to work here. You basically need to go braless, use silicone stick-o...More
Fair warning - the open back and side cut-outs mean your regular bra is not going to work here. You basically need to go braless, use silicone stick-on cups, or invest in a backless adhesive bra. I'm a 34B and went with stick-on cups which worked perfectly, but if you're larger-busted you'll want to figure out your solution before the dress arrives. Not a dealbreaker at all, just something to plan for. The dress itself is absolutely stunning and worth the extra undergarment logistics.
10/10 would buy again
My biggest concern ordering this was the criss-cross back lacing - I live alone and was convinced I'd need someone to tie it for me. But the way the l...More
My biggest concern ordering this was the criss-cross back lacing - I live alone and was convinced I'd need someone to tie it for me. But the way the laces are threaded through the loops actually makes it really intuitive. I reached behind, found each cross point, and tightened from the top down. Took me maybe two minutes on my first try. The bow at the bottom was a bit awkward behind my back but totally manageable. If this is what's holding you back from ordering, don't let it.
I want to be fair - this dress is objectively well constructed. The satin is quality, the pleating is precise, the colour is sophisticated. However, t...More
I want to be fair - this dress is objectively well constructed. The satin is quality, the pleating is precise, the colour is sophisticated. However, the side waist cut-outs press into my sides when I'm seated for extended periods, creating visible indentation marks on my skin. After a three-hour dinner I had red lines on both sides. If you're planning to be standing or dancing most of the time, this probably won't bother you. For a seated dinner event, I'd recommend trying it on while sitting before committing.
I walked out of the bedroom and my boyfriend literally stopped mid-sentence. Just stood there. Didn't say anything for a solid five seconds and then j...More
I walked out of the bedroom and my boyfriend literally stopped mid-sentence. Just stood there. Didn't say anything for a solid five seconds and then just went "...wow." The shoulder ruffles frame your upper body so beautifully and the way the skirt moves when you walk is mesmerizing. The cinnamon rose against my skin looked incredible. If you want to make an entrance, this is it. I've never had a dress cause an actual verbal malfunction before.
Packed this dress in my carry-on for a destination wedding in Cabo and it came out of my suitcase completely wrinkle-free. The sunray pleating basical...More
Packed this dress in my carry-on for a destination wedding in Cabo and it came out of my suitcase completely wrinkle-free. The sunray pleating basically acts as its own wrinkle disguise - you just shake it out and it falls right back into place. Didn't have to steam it, iron it, or do anything. Just pulled it out and put it on. For anyone who travels for events, this is the dress. The fact that it looks this good with zero maintenance after being stuffed in a bag for five hours is honestly remarkable.
The fabric has a really satisfying weight to it - it drapes well and doesn't look or feel cheap at all. The satin has a subtle sheen rather than a shi...More
The fabric has a really satisfying weight to it - it drapes well and doesn't look or feel cheap at all. The satin has a subtle sheen rather than a shiny plasticky look, which I was worried about. My only issue is that the material picks up static quite easily, especially in drier weather. I wore it to a colleague's wedding and had to use anti-static spray before leaving. Not a huge deal but worth mentioning for anyone in drier climates.
El vestido es precioso, la tela plisada tiene una caída espectacular y el color rosa canela es muy favorecedor. Los volantes de los hombros le dan un ...More
El vestido es precioso, la tela plisada tiene una caída espectacular y el color rosa canela es muy favorecedor. Los volantes de los hombros le dan un toque muy especial. Mi única pega es que el escote en V es bastante más pronunciado de lo que parece en las fotos. Tuve que usar cinta adhesiva para sentirme segura. Por lo demás, muy contenta con la compra.
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If you wear gold jewelry, this dress is your soulmate. The warm cinnamon rose tone picks up gold tones like nothing I've worn before - my hoop earring...More
If you wear gold jewelry, this dress is your soulmate. The warm cinnamon rose tone picks up gold tones like nothing I've worn before - my hoop earrings and delicate chain literally glowed against it. Even my watch looked intentional rather than just functional. The colour has this slightly warm metallic undertone in the satin that mirrors gold perfectly. Wore it to a benefit dinner with all gold accessories and felt completely coordinated without trying too hard.
At 180 cm the length was absolutely perfect on me - the hem just brushed the floor with low heels. However my friend who's about 163 cm ordered the sa...More
At 180 cm the length was absolutely perfect on me - the hem just brushed the floor with low heels. However my friend who's about 163 cm ordered the same dress and it pooled significantly on the ground. She needed hemming, and because of the sunray pleats, her tailor said it was a tricky alteration. The dress runs long. If you're on the shorter side, factor in the cost and complexity of hemming pleated fabric before you buy. Beautiful on both of us though.