It is a really beautiful dress when you try it on in person, but I can see why they have it (and others of the same style) in the sale. The bust area is a Huge problem for many women, either finding it too tight or too loose it seems. The length is also an issue.
What it seems like the problem is: is that for those who are are roughly under 5'5 it is too long and over 5'8 it is too short. However I don't really find that a massive problem for petites as dresses are very easy to take up. I would say this though: if you are petite, I think the print would be too big for you. I'm borderline petite and big print is not a flattering look. Where the dress does flatter is in the cut; the way the material hangs at the front is super flattering across the stomach, so suits a number of body shapes.
The bust area of this dress is a big issue though, and I think this is why the dress has ended up in the salse. I'm a 34b and my bust could barely squeeze into the size 10. It felt very uncomfortable. I can't comment on the size 12 unfortunately, but if you are bigger than a b cup you simply will not fit into the 10, especially if you plan on wearing a bra with it (which I would recommend!)
My other wants from Republic atm are:
This gorgeous off-white top: (in the shop it was definitely off-white, not white)
I would warn that the sleeves are a little tight for anyone with even the smallest bit of muscle in their biceps. This seems to be common for Republic, with comments on their jackets being tight on the arms.
Republic's tops are looking great too; I don't think they'll ever compete with topshop, but this one (very Taylor Momsen) is looking good, and I have my eye on this shirt below for xmas. Looks like it would be great to dress up and down.
Hi there! love this last black top, thanks for stopping by with your lovely comments too!
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