Name: Malena Dress
Brand: Cara Cara New York
SKU: CRCR27
Price: 34 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4 (204 reviews)

Fabulous cut, print and weight for summer. 

I wore this to a destination work event and was constantly complimented by colleagues and strangers alone.  It runs a little tight in the chest- I am a D- but overall the fit was perfect.  Will 100% rent again.

This light weight cotton dress looks expensive with its beautiful pattern and details. I wore it to work, but could see it being appropriate outfit for an afternoon  wedding. The sleeves were a little snug, and the waist does not have elastic, so some may want to size up. 

The shoulders were a tad tight but didn't bother me personally. Love that it has tiny clasps in the middle so it never ruffles out and stays well with the belted feature.

Super easy dress. Threw this on for a baby shower and felt great in it. I didn't have any issue with the bodice being tight at the buttons, but the sleeves were a tiny bit snug. Not enough so that I wouldn't wear again. Otherwise, a showstopper.

The color and pattern of the dress are so good… I was stopped multiple times with people giving me compliments on the dress. The fit was true to size.

perfect for this fall transitional weather! 

This dress felt so flattering and high quality. All of the details made it look and feel expensive. I got so many compliments on it at work. My only small issue was that while it fit perfectly, it was a little tight for raising my arms over my head. Wasn’t a big deal at work, but might be for some people. I wore it was tan booties and it was great. I’d probably rent it again. 

A keeper. Many complements. Great length too !

Beautiful and put together, yet so easy to wear and comfortable. Good for work, travel, weekends- very versatile look. Lightweight and breathable. Length works well for petite.

Perfect for Italian summer. Fit just right. Easy to walk around all day in. 

Very lightweight comfortable fabric. Great dress

Perfect dress for a more formal workday very airy and perfect for a hot summer day

I held on to this one for a while because it’s so pretty. Would have bought, but too expensive for now.

Dress was midi length. Fit perfectly. You can adjust the belt if you want it to go slightly tighter (which I liked). 

I loved this dress. I felt so elegant wearing this! Perfect cocktail length. This fit so well everywhere EXCEPT for the shoulders. The shoulders were so tight that until it stretched a little, I couldn’t lift my arms above my head haha. After an hour, it stretched slightly and then I was fine. As a photographer, that wasn’t great 😂 but we got there and I did love this dress! 

I’m usually between a 2 and 4 and wear a small dress. Glad I went with a size 4, probably could have done a 6 for the shoulders, and the belt would have cinched in the waist. 

Comfortable, well made, high quality, the belt is a nice detail

This dress is incredibly comfortable and flattering. It fit like a dream (I have a lather chest so got a size 6) I wore it walking my kids to coffee with a friend, to a welcome dinner for work, and on a date night!

This was a great work dress. I wore it to travel and then dinner with clients. 

For me this dress was a winner. It was true to size on me (size 6, but I am small up top). Great for warm weather. Perfect length for a work event. The pattern may be busy for some, but I received so many compliments! And yay, pockets!

Pretty pattern, but odd waist-skirt ratio. No elastic at waist and no give at shoulders (couldn't raise my arms above my head). But a size up would have been too big at the bust and hips. Note the belt can't be removed.

Loved the dress and pattern but it was super tight from the waist up. Agree with all the other reviews that this is not going to fit anyone over a C cup. I also thought it was tight in the arms and waist. Size up. 

It gaped at the bust no matter what I did. Lovely dress but if you are fuller up top you will have to leave the button undone or deal with it pulling. 

Loved this dress bc it was super easy to throw on and look nice. I wore it to work and a backyard party. It was a little tight on my chest but overall great 

Great work dress. Has pockets and belt. Loved the colors as it could be spring, summer, or fall. Wore it on its own during the day, but threw on a burnt orange sweater over top for a chilly morning. Only misfortune is that if you have broader shoulders, it’s a tight fit. 

Others said this, so I ordered the 14 (I'm between a 12 and 14 right now). The 14 was still tight on my shoulders and chest. Not sure I would order again despite how cute it is. 

This doesn’t have any give! I could button it but feel as if a 6 would fit better. I’d say this runs on the small side!!

I’m a 32C, and the dress fit in most places except the chest. The waist button popped open from time to time. I’ve rented other styles from this brand and 0 usually fits perfectly. This seems to be a design problem. 

If you have a large bust, sizing up will not help. I took the largest size possible because I know this brand runs small and I usually take a size 8. The waist was very snug and although I could button the front, it the gaping at the bust made it unwearable. Also the belt is attached in the back, and had it fit, I was planning on belting it with a suede belt and wearing it with boots. The belt buckle is covered in rattan, so it’s definitely a summer dress.

Zero give in the waist; my bust was too large to properly button—tried bc I liked the pattern! Super bummed I couldn’t wear this

Fantastic motifs that made me feel like an Italian movie star. The bust was a little tight. The belt so-so, so I added my own.

I am a small torso/chest and this dress was perfect and showed off my waist!

This dress is very cute and fit like a glove.

Malena Dress

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