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(based on 42 ratings)
Brand:Chadwicks
Located in:FASHION, Dresses, Career Dresses
The look of two pieces in one easy-to-wear jacket dress Fully lined. Imported.

  • Universally flattering A-line silhouette
  • Softly pleated bodice
  • Fashioned with darts
  • Back vent for walking ease
  • Invisible side zip
  • Polyester georgette; Machine wash

Misses 38½” from center back
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.1 stars
(based on 42 ratings)
61% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Attractive design(30), Comfortable(10), Doesn't wrinkle(13), Durable(6), Flattering(21)
Cons:
Color not as expected(4), Poor fit(19), Rides-up(4)
Best Uses:
Casual work days(7), Cocktail party(9), On a date(17), Special occasions(14), To work(25)
Describe Yourself:
Bargain shopper(22), Career(27), Casual(9), Classic(19), Sexy(4)
 
LOVED DESIGN & STYLE
By KIMMEI2Verified Purchaser from AKRON, OH. on 9/30/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Describe Yourself:
Classic Dresser
Comfort vs Style:
Style Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

LOVED THE DRESS BUT IT DID NOT FIT PROPERLY. HAD TO RETURN.

 
Did not like it when I saw it in person
By the shopperVerified Purchaser from Chesapeake, VA on 8/31/2008

It look better in the book than on me

 
pretty dress - tight fitting
By merriVerified Purchaser from titusville, pa on 8/30/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, High Quality
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
On a Date, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Classic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

vibrant colors in the dress, quality material, too tight through hips

 
VERY STYLISH DRESS
By ES AmigoVerified Purchaser from Harrison, OH on 8/19/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, High Quality, Versatile
Best Uses:
Church, On a Date, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Classic, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This dress looks great on! It emphasizes the bust area while camoflauging the stomach area. It is comfortable. I will be wearing it to church mainly, but it would be great for work, or any evening out. I love the fit!

 
I would buy these products again
By clmVerified Purchaser from Kentucky on 8/17/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, High Quality
Cons:
none
Best Uses:
Special Occasions
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

For every day use.

 
Nice dress
By PennsylvaniaVerified Purchaser from Pennsylvania on 8/16/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering
Best Uses:
On a Date, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Career, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I originally bought this in a 12, and the skirt was too narrow although the top fit. I decided to give the 14 a try and the skirt is now perfect, and the top is slightly larger than I would like, but it works. Because I love the style, I will keep it and see how I might adjust the top a bit, although I can wear it as is. But, know that if you are larger on the bottom than on the top normally, you may have trouble getting both the top and bottom of the dress to fit correctly.

 
Pretty
By AliShopperVerified Purchaser from Draper, UT on 8/13/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering
Cons:
Poor Fit, Rides-up
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, On a Date, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Career, Casual, Classic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This is the second size of this exact same dress that I've purchased and not really liked. The top gets bigger as time goes on, but the bottom is still skinny and seems to ride up. And don't even think about trying to get out of it without ruining your hairdo!

 
Going to Return
By Eridani from Jacksonville, FL on 8/13/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Low Quality, Wears Out Quickly
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Trendy
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Sides split the second time worn. The material is very poor quality. I will return.

 
Pretty
By TrendyVerified Purchaser from MD on 8/12/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable
Cons:
Color Not As Expected, Color s not as bright
Best Uses:
To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Trendy
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I wish the color is a bit lighter.

 
returned it
By working momVerified Purchaser from mississippi on 8/7/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
To church, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Career, Casual
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I just didnt like the fabric pattern or feel, and the dress was just overall a little snug and would have been uncomfortable to wear for any extended amount of time. I do have pretty broad shoulders, so maybe it would fit a petite person better. I just was looking for a comfortable, versatile dress and decided this wouldn't work for me.

 
boston designstudioGathered peplum print
By pat from Atlanta,Ga on 8/6/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, High Quality
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days, Leisure Wear, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, Classic, Sexy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I trully love the dress,but it feels as though it was cut wrong. The sleeves are too tight, it does not feel like the true size.

 
So cute - wish it had a little stretch
By E-shopper510Verified Purchaser from Oakland, CA on 7/31/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, High Quality, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
No stretch
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days, On a Date, Out with the girls, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Classic but stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This dress is so cute: a little retro, cool print, nice shape, versatile style - the main con, and it's a personal preference, is that it has no stretch, so it's not very accommodating for those days you feel a little heavier. Also it seems a tad small in general compared to other dresses I have of the same size. But it is really, really sweet-looking.

 
Really Cute!!
By AliShopperVerified Purchaser from Draper, UT on 7/31/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering
Cons:
Poor Fit, Rides-up, Wrinkles Easily
Best Uses:
On a Date, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Career, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I wasn't sure about this one in the catalog, but when I got it, it's just beautiful! The colors are rich and the whole design of the dress is fabulous. It's a classic. I love it!

 
Very Small
By MemaKVerified Purchaser from Buffalo, NY on 7/30/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Cons:
Poor Fit

Fit was extremely small, did not like dress

 
Very Nice style - butt too small
By don't do nicknamesVerified Purchaser from St. Petersburg FL on 7/29/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
On a Date, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Sexy, Trendy
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

loved the dress but cut too small through the hips. This one is not for us curvy girls.

 
Unexpectedly gorgeous
By PumpkinVerified Purchaser from Illinois on 7/29/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days, Cocktail Party, On a Date, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great to have from work to dinner (corporate or personal)

 
Fun little ditty.
By frequent flyerVerified Purchaser from lusby, MD on 7/21/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Short waisted
Best Uses:
On a Date, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great for dressy work days. Looks nice for Church.

 
Altogether Wrong
By NJVerified Purchaser from Bronx, Ny on 7/16/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Beautiful color fabric
Cons:
Poor Fit, Runs a 1 size small
Describe Yourself:
Career, Casual
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

It looked beautiful in the book. I had very high hopes and was disapointed. It ran very small.

 
Not what I expected
By MSGMBVerified Purchaser from Denver, CO on 7/11/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
To Work
Describe Yourself:
Classic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

"A-line silhouette" was not an accurate description. This dress would work on someone very slender. If your body is even slightly pear-shaped, this dress won't fit.

 
Zipper did not work properly
By lxVerified Purchaser from wyoming on 7/8/2008
Fit:
Feels too big
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days
Describe Yourself:
Career
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I did love the design and colors but the waist was a little short, the zipper did not work properly it kept getting hung up, almost couldn't get the dress off. If the zipper would have worked properly and the waist would have been a little lower I would have kept. But sorry to say a returning it.

 
peplum dress
By EsVerified Purchaser from Venice, Florida on 7/8/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
None
Cons:
Color Not As Expected, Fabri too ugly for me, Low Quality
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Casual
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I returned this dress. The fabric design was so ugly I couldn't get past it long enough to see any pros. Sorry

 
Nice dress. :)
By Staying YoungVerified Purchaser from Mississippi on 7/7/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Durable, Flattering, High Quality, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days, Special Occasions, To School, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This dress is cute and could be both professional, and dressy. The neckline is low cut and gaps. but I have a square necked camisole I will wear under it.

 
"I would buy this product again"
By CMTVerified Purchaser from Fort Worth, TX on 7/3/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, High Quality
Best Uses:
To School, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Classic, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The only con is that the dress fits a little big across the bust area. Other than that, a great fit, good quality and great style.

 
Altogether Wrong
By NJVerified Reviewer from Bronx, NY on 7/2/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Beautiful Color, Beautiful fabric
Cons:
Poor Fit, Runs a 1 size small
Describe Yourself:
Career
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

It looked beautiful in the book. I had very high hopes and was disapointed. It ran very small.

 
I would buy this product again
By ShayVerified Purchaser from Woodstock, Ga. on 7/2/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable, Flattering, High Quality, Wrinkle Resistant
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, Eclectic, Sexy, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I like the pattern and overall fit. It is slightly snug around the arms/shoulder area, but not to the point I won't wear it. I love it! Material is very good quality..more than I even expected. Love the price too.

 
Pretty
By JetVerified Purchaser from GA on 7/1/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Versatile
Cons:
Fabric is warm
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, On a Date, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I wasn't expecting it to be so warm since it had such a summer look to it. I'm going to wear it to a wedding in the fall in FL

 
Cute all-in-one dress
By BargainShopper03Verified Purchaser from Florida on 7/1/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, High Quality
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The dress fits great. It looks like a two-piece but can be thrown on as a one-piece. Bonus is that it is fully lined.

 
Much nicer than expected!
By mountainjoyVerified Purchaser from NC on 7/1/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, High Quality, Versatile
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Casual, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I have only great things to say about this dress. Such nice fabric, drapes nicely on body. Very comfortable and versatile. Love the colors. So much nicer than it looks in the picture. Had many compliments on this pretty one! And the price was right!!!!

 
I returned this one
By Irish LassVerified Purchaser from Albuquerque, NM on 6/25/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Cons:
Color Not As Expected, Not flattering, Poor Fit
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Classic, Eclectic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This did not look good on me. I returned it. It would look good on someone with a younger figure and a smaller waist. Maybe 20 years and 20 pounds ago this would have worked better for me.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
I wish it would have fit in the hips
By PennsylvaniaVerified Purchaser from Pennsylvania on 6/19/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering
Best Uses:
On a Date, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Career, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I wear a standard size 12 but every now and then some items are cut a little tighter in the hips than I can handle. This has a straight skirt that I just couldn't do, so I had to send it back. I thought if I went up a size, the top would be too big because it fit perfectly up top. So, if you have nice slim hips, try it!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Classy
By Smart ShopperVerified Purchaser from Jacksonville, FL. on 6/18/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Flattering, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days, Cocktail Party, Comfort-Oriented, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The material is softer than expected. Very cool amd comfortable to wear. Highly recommended.

 
Almost - but not quite
By PennsylvaniaVerified Reviewer from Pennsylvania on 6/13/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering
Cons:
hip area is small
Best Uses:
On a Date, Work dinner out
Describe Yourself:
Career, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I loved this dress - I just didn't quite fit the hip area so I had to return it, and I knew if I ordered one size up the top area would be too big. I usually wear a standard size 12 from most of Chadwick's items and most are fine. Every now and then, one style is cut a little slimmer in the hip. This is one - but it's a great dress!!!

 
Too small.
By MaryVerified Purchaser from Arkansas on 6/13/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, High Quality, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
On a Date, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Love the fabric and the style. BUT the fit was easily a size too small. I have returned the dress and ordered it in the next larger size. Chadwick's clothes usually run more true to size. I was disappointed.

 
Old Fashioned
By RhondaVerified Purchaser from Baton Rouge, LA on 6/11/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Nothing
Cons:
Poor Fit, Print and style old
Best Uses:
returned dress
Describe Yourself:
Career, Trendy
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Same as above comments. Item style and print not as I thought it would be from the picture in the catalog.

 
Not True to Size
By Mary the SecretaryVerified Purchaser from South Carolina on 6/10/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
On a Date, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Classic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

The product size was at least two sizes to small than my normal size I order.

 
I would buy this product again
By MarissaVerified Purchaser from KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN on 6/10/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
To Work
Describe Yourself:
Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It was a very nice dress except is was a little small.

 
Nice dress
By RosebudVerified Purchaser from Reno, Nv. on 6/10/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Durable, Flattering, High Quality, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Bodice runs small, Shoulders run narrow
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, On a Date, On The Weekend, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This outfit is great for all kinds of occasions. It has a side zip and nice fit. I ordered one size up - the bodice runs slightly small, and the shoulders are narrow - makes it a bit of a challenge to take the dress off.

 
Check the size!
By KatieVerified Purchaser from Rochester, NH on 6/6/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Attractive Design, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
To Work
Describe Yourself:
Classic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I waited a long time for this dress as it was backordered several times. The size is not a true fit, I ordered a size 10 and it is too small. It is made in China so I believe this is why. I plan to return and order a size 12.

 
Difficult getting in/out of dress
By I love dressesVerified Purchaser from Houma, Louisiana on 6/6/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Cons:
Back zipper needed, Color Not As Expected
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, On a Date, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Career
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

The side under arm zipper made it extremely difficult to get the dress on and off. A zipper located at the back of the dress would have provided easy on/off.

 
Beautifully Made
By Quality ShopperVerified Purchaser from Denver, CO on 6/6/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, On a Date, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The dress is beautiful and beautifully made. Unfortunately, it is not true to size. It run AT LEAST one dress size small. Disappointing!

 
Pretty dress, but ...
By AnnVerified Purchaser from LaPlata, MD on 6/6/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering
Cons:
Poor Fit, Rides-up, Too high waisted

Unfortunately, I had to return the dress. It is too high waisted for me.

 
DON'T BOTHER
By Gypsy WomanVerified Purchaser from Detroit, MI on 6/6/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Durable, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Rides-up
Describe Yourself:
Sexy, Trendy

This dress looks better in the photo. The fabric is depressing and drab. The waistline is stiff... no elastic AND it's too high (over ribs and not in the waist). This is not a style that is "IN" right now. I sent it back asap!!

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