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Georgia, Tbilisi
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Review on Bohemian Dashiki Midi Dresses For Women - Traditional African Attire With Vintage Ethnic Tribal Style - SheKiss by Lance Jenkins

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Size down to allow for stretch

Exactly as pictured, the hemline was straight and the pattern pretty much lined up front to back. The colors are vibrant. The material is thick like spandex leggings might be, it super slippery and shifty (which I did not like). It felt very unbreathable like I might sweat in it. The biggest problem I had (and the reason I’m returning) is the fit. I am 150lbs bust 39, waist 30.5, hips 40 and I ordered it in a medium and a large based on the size measurements listed. In hind sight I realized this dress is supposed to fit tight, and because the fabric is elastic I should have ordered a small or medium. The medium fit but because it wasn’t stretched out over my body the part where my arms stick out was very baggy and gaped. This is in part because of my bustline pulling at the sleeves. I could have put darts in to close the arm hole and allow for the fabric to follow my bust, but I’m not skilled at sewing nylon and couldn’t get the dart to look pro. In other words, the hemline would have needed to be done after the dart was installed, and I just wasn’t willing to put that much reworking into this dress. Overall it’s beautiful but the material is uncomfortable and the fit was wrong. I suggest reading the measurements and sizing down.

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  • The dress may require frequent ironing or steaming to maintain its appearance