Customers praise the soft, breathable rayon-viscose fabric and versatile style suitable for casual and evening wear. Many find the form-fitting silhouette with V-neck and tailored bodice flattering, particularly those with curvy figures who report it accentuates curves without bulk. However, a substantial portion express disappointment that the dress runs small and fits extremely snug, designed primarily for slimmer body types. Several note the maxi length requires hemming by 1-3 inches even for average height. While many appreciate the quality and repurchase it, sizing inconsistencies and clinginess frustrate middle-aged and fuller-figured customers, though some successfully alter seams for better fit.
It’s a little long, but can easily be altered. Love the soft light-weight fabric and the simplicity of the design.
Ny
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 29, 2026
Comfortable, stylish summer dress
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: A little large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I don't order clothes online very often, but I do trust the quality of LL.Bean and so I was happily surprised how much I like this dress. I probably could have gotten a small and b
thepuzzler74
MD
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 7, 2026
Nice fabric with stretch
Weight: 190-200 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: A little small
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
Just received the dress and had to put it on! comfortable to wear around - probably to bed as well! I'm 5" 8" and size L falls around my ankles.
MomOf5
New Jersey
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 7, 2026
Comfortable & Versatile
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Camping
I originally ordered this is the navy and it is so comfortable and easy to wear on a warm day (when I need to shave lol). I love it. It is stretchy and form fitting. I would wear t
JessN
Dewitt NY
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 16, 2026
Fantastic Dress!
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel
I bought this for a beachside wedding. It fit me like a glove and made me feel so elegant, yet casual beachy at the same time. I have a larger chest, so this showed more definition
WendyA
McKinney, TXZ
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 28, 2026
Long, but luscious
Fit: A little small
I liked the fabric and print but the dress was just too small. It was also too long . That was unusual for me with Bean products. I had bought it for a special occasion and there w
Gerbear
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May 20, 2026
Great summer dress!
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I wasn’t expecting to love this dress as much as I do! I bought a petite and the length is perfect. It is great for casual wear and can also be dressy. Absolutely love it!
Christine
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 20, 2026
summer style
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I've only tried the dress on briefly, and I had to hem it as I should've gotten the petite length, but it's very nice and a little clingy (the navy one is even better looking than
West Newton, MA
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 3, 2026
Beautiful Summer Dress
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I love this dress! It fit perfectly according to the size chart recommendation. Great quality, material , and price. ❤️
Terri
Monroe OH
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April 24, 2026
non breathable
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
I opened package, felt the material and wrapped it up to go back. it was a great look but material was NOT breathable and would be miserable in the weather this was intended to be
Tracylew
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 19, 2026
Not Really
Fit: Too small
Too clingy, runs small, pattern frumpy.
I was glad I could take it back at the store though. Because returns are becoming such a hassle. I found two great dresses while I was there
Bubblegirl
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April 18, 2026
Great dress!
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'9"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day
Flattering, form fitting silhouette. Fits true to size. I like that the material is stretchy, beachy, yet soft. Perfect dress for an evening out while on vacation.
Roz15
Ann Arbor, MI
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 27, 2026
Beautiful dress.
Weight: 180-190 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I love this dress. The fabric is amazing. It's really long and feels great. Colors are nice also. I got the navy.
LC2427
Iowa City, IA
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March 7, 2026
Love this!
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Flattering and form fitting.
Wish it came in more prints and colors!
Chofo
Denver
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 30, 2026
Hard to review off-season
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Since we’re in the middle of the coldest winter in YEARS, it may be just a tad early to tell! But nice material & seems like it’ll fit when it eventually warms up in a few months.
MamaRazzi
North Texas
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October 21, 2025
Beautiful
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
It’s a little too long but I can still wear it without tripping on it and I’m 5’ 6”
Chel
New York
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October 16, 2025
2nd one of these ~ wish they had pockets
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
I bought one of these a year or so ago, it was great and I wear it fairly often sometimes with leggings and a sweater in the winter. When I found it in a different color on cleara
momof5grandmaof3
Florida
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140
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 24, 2025
Love this dress
Weight: 100-110 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: X-Small
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel
This dress is very versatile. I’ll be wearing it with a navy jacket, soon.
Virginia
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 18, 2025
Flattering, comfortable, easy to alter.
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel
I bought this very comfortable dress to wear to a July beach wedding and felt very pretty wearing it. I loved the drape of the rayon/viscose. I loved the subtle print in muted blue
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August 17, 2025
Too clingy in back
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: A little small
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Very nice dress, but very clingy. Do not desire an hourglass fit in a summer maxi. I am 5'7" and 125 lb and purchased a Medium.
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