I love the way the appliques are placed; they really draw the eye in a good way. My only gripe is that the color looked slightly lighter in person than on my screen, but it was still a pretty shade.

I needed something with long sleeves because the ceremony was in a drafty old church, and the lace detailing on the arms provided just enough coverage without looking frumpy. The fabric feels decent, not super high-end but definitely not cheap either. The color was exactly like the picture, a really deep, rich shade. Overall, I felt comfortable and elegant, which is all I really wanted.

The appliques are really pretty up close and don't look glued on like some cheaper dresses. It arrived a bit wrinkled, so I had to spend some time steaming it carefully before the event. Once it was prepped, though, it looked great. I got several compliments on the neckline.

I grabbed this dress for a friend's evening wedding at a vineyard. It had the right vibe—romantic but formal. The fit was true to size for me. I really appreciated that the neckline wasn't too low; I didn't have to worry about adjusting it all night. The only thing to note is that the lining is a bit synthetic-feeling. It didn't bother me too much because it was a cool evening, but in the heat of summer, it might get a little sticky. But for a fall event, it was perfect. I danced for hours and the dress moved with me nicely. A solid purchase that I’ll likely wear again.

I wore this for my 25th wedding anniversary party. We renewed our vows, and I wanted something that felt bridal but appropriate for my age. This style was perfect. The column shape is very slimming, and the sleeves added that touch of modesty I was looking for. I was worried the lace might be itchy, but it was actually quite soft against my skin. I did find that the bust area ran a little large compared to the hips, so I had to wear a padded bra to fill it out properly. If you have an hourglass figure, just double-check the size chart. Everyone kept asking where I got it, and they were shocked when I told them I just ordered it online.