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4.3
113 Star Ratings
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
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Most Liked Positive Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolute stunning dress, but SIZE UP!

I love everything about this dress! As a tall woman (5'8"), finding the perfect length is tough, but this hits right at my ankles—making it perfect for both flats and heels. It also features adjustable straps and pockets, which is a huge plus. Fit note: The bodice runs extremely snug. I'm a 36C and...

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Most Liked Negative Review
The tiniest corset

I wear a Petite 4 or BR Small (5'2", 117 lbs, 34C), but this size 4 didn't work for my frame. The skirt is cool. It has plenty of volume and weight, though the fabric is heavier than expected and may be too warm for summer. The corset top, though, is tiny - I couldn't get the zipper past my waist. S...

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⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolute stunning dress, but SIZE UP!

Submitted 1 day ago

By AZ

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I love everything about this dress! As a tall woman (5'8"), finding the perfect length is tough, but this hits right at my ankles—making it perfect for both flats and heels. It also features adjustable straps and pockets, which is a huge plus. Fit note: The bodice runs extremely snug. I'm a 36C and bought a size 6, but I really wish I could have tried an 8 (unfortunately, it's sold out). The breast cups run a bit short, so if you are larger than a C cup, I highly recommend sizing up one or even two sizes. Overall, it is incredibly elegant, versatile enough to dress up or down, and a fantastic wardrobe staple!

Fits everywhere but the chest is too small. Stunning dress.

Submitted 3 days ago

By Vivien K

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Sizing up will not work as the waist would be too loose. I have to get it altered and that will use up fabric from the length and cost more money. The chest is too small to zip up and I'm an A cup with a 20.5 BMI. Ordered a 2P. Which is what I wear with all BR clothes. Maybe it's just like that with the petites. The feel and weight of the fabric is very nice. The fullness of the skirt is perfect. The pattern and colors are gorgeous. I wish the detail at the waist were clean rather than the frills.

Wish Petite was longer

Submitted 8 days ago

By Anonymous

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This is a very flattering dress but it was challenging to find the right size. I'm 5'4 129lbs 34 or 36A. I tried on 3 sizes. Size 2 was perfect in the bust and length but too tight in the torso. Size 4 was more comfortable but too big in the bust. Size 6P fit in the torso and bust but it only came up to my ankle which changed the silhouette. It's still gorgeous but a disappointment because the length is what makes it look regal.

Tall options

Submitted 17 days ago

By Shannon A

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Beautiful dress, however it is disappointing that the company has chosen to eliminate dresses in true tall size. Hopefully they will realize that tall options are essential for those 511 and over, I am 6 feet tall and need the dresses to come in tall not Maxi size in regular length.

So many compliments

Submitted 18 days ago

By Berna, O

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This dress is gorgeous!! Wore it to a wedding and got so many compliments. Love the heavy fabric and the design. Pockets!!!

Tricky to find a size

Submitted 21 days ago

By anonymous

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Comments about Soft Cotton Corset Maxi Dress

As others have stated, the top of this dress is very small. The only other Banana Republic Petite item that I have is a pair of jeans that I bought in size 28P. According to the Petite size chart for this dress, a 28in waist corresponds to a size 6P. I could not zip up the 6P. Returned and bought the 8P. It zips up, but it's quite tight and hard to breathe. Returned and bought the 10P, and it's finally comfortable and fits well enough to keep. The petite length hits my ankles, which is perfect.

Tight in the chest

Submitted 24 days ago

By anonymous

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Comments about Soft Cotton Corset Maxi Dress

The dress is beautiful. It fits really tight in the bust. The cut is very flattering. The dress is worth the money.

Gorgeous dressed up or down

Submitted 24 days ago

By Janet

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The black dress is what I like to call simple chic. The fabric elevates it enough to be able to dress it up for a nice event. I am 5'4, 135 lbs, 34b, 28 waist and normally wear a 4 in BR. I ordered a size 6P and the only thing "con" is that the dress isn't as long on me as it is on the model in the black dress. Not a dealbreaker, will be keeping.

Well made

Submitted 28 days ago

By anonymous

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Comments about Soft Cotton Corset Maxi Dress

Only four stars because I was hoping it would be floor length. However It goes to just about my ankles. I'm 5'8. Otherwise fits like a glove no complaints. Quality is 10/10. Will be perfect for summer and my Europe trip.

Good

Submitted 28 days ago

By anonymous

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Comments about Soft Cotton Corset Maxi Dress

Excellent