I love how crisp a white cotton dress can look in the summertime! But my own clumsiness usually means I avoid the hue for my own wardrobe. Still I saw this Sunrise Shirtdress with its pretty, white embroidery and decided it couldn't hurt to try. On the hanger, it looked blousey so I grabbed a 6 (one size down from what I would typically try in this style). The 6 was small in the bust so I'd say this runs true to size for a shirtdress. It has side ties and a formidable slip layer. The quality is definitely there but I am not sure about the cut. The sleeves puff but aren't so puffy that it would be annoying to layer over top. The skirt has some volume which might deter some. I am going to pass on this, even once it hits the sale because I have more flattering, less-easy-to-stain shirtdresses in my closet. Maybe I would feel differently if I tried the 8? It comes in a very spring-like sea foam green as well as black. The green might be on my radar if the 8 is a better fit.
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I think the shirtdress is super flattering on you! It definitely has a va va voom cut to the bust. But I also know you prefer modest dresses, so maybe the 8 would work better. I'm not crazy about the puff sleeves, but I think, overall, it's quite nice. I'd be all over this if Anthro releases it in a yellow, or a saffron yellow. At first, I was quite smitten with white, but I think I'd prefer it in a different colorway.
Ooh, a saffron yellow would indeed be pretty, Tien.
I have a few too many white/cream dresses at the moment (though none with sleeves), so I've tried to ignore it so far. I hadn't seen the new color-ways -- the green intrigues me. I do love shirtdresses, but already have three of the Reed to prove it (all the solids: navy, red-orange, & green). Perhaps I shouldn't even try this one on...
You look lovely in this, though. The light color really sets off your hair. I don't think the green would have the same brightening effect.
Jess- this looks amazing on you: your hair and skin just GLOW. Try the 8 and remember: clothes are washable!
I think this looks incredible on you, too!! There's nothing nicer than a beautiful white dress... it TOTALLY makes your skin glow, like 13lbs says!
Thanks for the review. I think the dress looks great on you! I like the white, but I'm interested to see the sea foam green too.
I have your same apprehensions about white. I really like this, but I would definitely spill something on it :P
I love how this dress looks. But I am wary regarding all the negative reviews. Of concern are the puffed sleeves. But they don't look overpowering on you. I think we are built similar in the shoulder department. I have none, so sleeves like these don't normally pose a problem. I like the Green color. You should definitly try the Green in an 8.
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