The 14 fit better than the 12. Thankful for the extra size up. Be sure you have a great, supportive strapless bra! The brocade material makes it a snug fit. Andddd, it has pockets!

Strapless Ditzy High Low Gown

Hutch

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Size Worn: 14R

Usual Size: 12

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 205lbs

Bust: 38DD

Flattering fit to compliment a body with curves. Compliments ALL night long. Definitely a show stopper. Would actually purchase.

Francine Gown

Temperley London

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Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 8

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 180lbs

Bust: 38B

I rented this for a birthday photoshoot. The top is very fitted. Even if you're not busty, but have a thicker back, consider the second size in a size up. The top will hold you either way, but I struggled with the zipper because of my thickness. It was fun to twirl and catch the wind in. Will need steaming upon arrival. If I could add one thing, it would be pockets. ;-)

Cyndi Dress

HALSTON

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Size Worn: 10

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 175lbs

Bust: 38B

I felt GLAMOROUS in this dress! It hugged my body just enough without being uncomfortable or too restricting. Definitely dance-able as it Wobbles well. I was even able to handle some day of setup tasks at the gala in the dress without any discomfort. I did purchased a thin stomach sqweem from WalMart in nude to contain my plushy midsection. I wore a 4" heel which makes me appear taller, but I'm 5'5" so the regular was good for me, even in flats, the dress didn't drag the ground.

Maroon Romantic Ride Gown

LM Collection

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Size Worn: 8R

Usual Size: 8

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 176lbs

Bust: 38B

I had a high tea at noon with some of the young ladies I mentor and a wedding late in the afternoon. The dress was the perfect statement of class and sophistication for both events. I LOVED IT! The material, the cut, the color! I received compliments all night. The fit snatched me in all the right areas! It accentuated the girls (wink!) and gracefully covered the package in the rear! The dress Wobble's well and didn't wrinkle (and there was a lot of in and out of the car and standing up and down sitting down.)

Perfect Era Dress

kate spade new york

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 6

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 135lbs

Bust: 34B

I wore this to an Honors Gala I attended last month (stag). Extremely elegant and form flattering! No shapewear needed, but definitely need strong bust support for the girls ;-). It was very flattering to my curves and I received compliments from the time I checked the 360 mirror at the Georgetown location to the Honors Gala I wore it to and the photo is still a top hitter on my social media. I felt super sexy and elegant all evening -- even walking into a 7/11 on the way home in search of some late night snacks! LOL. Besides having to return the dress to any place other than my closet, I'd say the only con is that the train is pretty weight-y once you transition into flats, but then again, that's just petty, so no real cons to the dress.

Night at the Oscars Gown

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 6

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 135lbs

Bust: 34B