Product Reviews
Bella Donna Dress
Crochet high-low dress with "V"-neckline and crisscross straps in the back. Low drop back. Bottom hem is scalloped. Lined.
overall average rating:
3
out of 5
(9 Reviews) 9
Customer Reviews for Bella Donna Dress
Review 1 for Bella Donna Dress
Name:p1gp3n
Location:canada
age:31-35
body type:curvy
better fit for curvy?
3.23.2013-
"probably because I'm not petite, I didn't find this to fit massive like the other reviews. I find this to fit tts. the slip isn't super form-fitting which I like, but it's quite short as I'm 5'3" and it's just a bit past my bum. the crochet is just right for me, not too much and just enough for a nice drape. I'm also a little bustier so it doesn't fit as low cut on me. overall, I think it's actually quite flattering for my body type."
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Overall Rating:
5
out of
5
sizing:
runs small
true to size
runs large
Review 2 for Bella Donna Dress
Name:ElephantGirl
Location:New Jersey
age:21-25
body type:athletic
Not thrilled
3.20.2013-
"I jumped on ordering this because it is just like a dress FP came out with last summer in coral and white that I missed out on. Unfortunately, this wasn't great when I tried it on. The dress is lined with a slip in the same color as the crocheted exterior, which makes the whole middle section look like a shapeless blob. There is no waist definition and the whole fit is just awkward. The dress did seem well made and I liked the green color, but the fit was too unflattering to keep. Sadly, this went back. I recommend trying it on in person first."
Overall Rating:
3
out of
5
sizing:
runs small
true to size
runs large
Review 3 for Bella Donna Dress
Name:leventnousporter
Location:Florida
age:21-25
body type:petite
Disappointed
3.18.2013-
"I fell in love with this dress immediately so I ordered it despite the average rating. I did read the reviews and decided to size down to an XS, thinking that would solve the sizing issue (I'm 5'4 and about 117 lbs). The slip fit perfectly but I was swimming in the crochet fabric. It didn't hug my body like it does on the model (I'm guessing they had to pin it to get that effect). I'm still giving it an average rating because it's beautiful; if you don't mind looking like a mermaid caught in a net."
Overall Rating:
3
out of
5
sizing:
runs small
true to size
runs large
Review 4 for Bella Donna Dress
Name:simplyfurther10
Location:Chicago, IL
age:26-30
body type:long and lean
Runs Big
3.12.2013-
"So I got the dress in yesterday. I ordered a size SMALL/ Color CAMO. Let me just start by saying this. The dress itself was perfect and as described. Just too too big. I read all of the reviews prior and should have just gone with my gut instinct on this one and ordered the XS. Also the CAMO color/labeled moss on the package. Is more like an army green. I originally thought it was closer to a brown. It isnt !
Well i returned the small and In waiting on my Xs."
Well i returned the small and In waiting on my Xs."
Overall Rating:
4
out of
5
sizing:
runs small
true to size
runs large
Review 5 for Bella Donna Dress
Name:vivabelle
Location:95076
age:21-25
body type:petite
HUGE
3.6.2013-
"It is so upsetting to me that so many of FP's dresses run large. This would have to be taken in in order to fit and an XS fits perfect (if not too small sometimes) in every other brand I buy. Also, it was a lot thicker and heavier than I expected. I wouldn't be able to dance easily in this which is what I wanted it for. Sigh."
Response from Free People:By FreePeople, Web, 3.7.2013
We are sorry that you were not happy with your purchase. A member of our service team will be in touch to offer assistance!
Overall Rating:
1
out of
5
sizing:
runs small
true to size
runs large
Review 6 for Bella Donna Dress
Name:corrann
Location:New Jersey
age:21-25
body type:slender
Beautiful dress
3.6.2013-
"Despite the other reviews I went ahead and ordered this dress. Given my past experience with FP dresses I opted for the xs instead of a s. The dress itself is stunning and fits beautifully. Love it."
Overall Rating:
5
out of
5
sizing:
runs small
true to size
runs large
Review 7 for Bella Donna Dress
Name:redberry2d
Location:california
age:26-30
body type:athletic
Shapeless and boring
3.3.2013-
"I got this one in the green as a gift and WISH I could swap it for something that is less unflattering. The gown is snug, shapeless and boring, like the other reviewer said there is something off about the way it sits on your body..looks cheap. stay away!"
Overall Rating:
1
out of
5
sizing:
runs small
true to size
runs large
Review 8 for Bella Donna Dress
Name:blinkette
Location:Santa Barbara, CA
age:26-30
body type:athletic
Not cute
3.2.2013-
"I bought this dress in size xs and it was huge and super unflattering. Sadly it was returned to the store."
Overall Rating:
2
out of
5
sizing:
runs small
true to size
runs large
Review 9 for Bella Donna Dress
Name:Anniwa
Location:Seattle
age:36-40
body type:pear shaped
Not quite right
2.27.2013-
"After reading the reviews on the previously offered colors, which mostly said the dress runs large, I meant to order an XS but accidentally ordered a S, which is the size I wear most of the time from FP. The built-in slip fits fairly perfectly (could be a smidge tighter around my 34B bust) but had I sized down, I know the slip would have ridden up (I am normally a 6 or 8 pant). But... the crochet overlay is massive. It lays perfectly from the side seam to the back. But the side seam forward has TONS of extra fabric which hides all your curves. I pulled it away from my body about 8+ inches. So I debated having the extra crochet cut away but at the end of the day, it's an expensive fix and the black looks a bit too witchy (vs elegant like it looks on the model). The yarn is a heavier casual knit. So it's going back."
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Overall Rating:
3
out of
5
sizing:
runs small
true to size
runs large