“I have been admiring this dress for quite some time. I read the reviews and finally decided to get it. I was not disappointed!!!! I love the way it hugs my figure and hides my flaws! I ordered this dress for my graduation in December, but honestly, I don't think I can wait that long to wear it!!!”
“For many months I contemplated Francesca in black, but it looked a bit dressy for day to day wear with that off the shoulder neckline. Finally an "occassion" that required a *dress* arrived, and I ordered it. _x000D_
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It arrived within four days (!!) I ripped open the cardboard box, pulled out the dress on its hanger, pulled off the plastic garment bag, and there she was._x000D_
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The fabric is that multi-way stretch stuff you see everywhere these days. It has a slight sheen, is fairly light, and always feels soft and comfortable. It's nothing special, but does the job. It's the styling that sets this dress apart._x000D_
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The first thing you notice is how incredibly well it fits. The fabric accommodates to the body wearing it, the skirt falls down from the widest point of the hip, the "belt" pulls this in to the narrow point. It makes the most of what nature gave you!._x000D_
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Then there's that neckline. The bust area is a crossover design. Both the neck back and front are sewn with slightly elastic thread that pulls the grament in to the body and allows you to put things exactly where you want them (genius!) You can be relatively modest by adding a tiny dot of velcro at the lower cross over. _x000D_
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If you're ready for a party, you can place the shoulder position anywhere from "bra friendly" to right off the shoulder. What you get is a totally classy expanse of skin where our bodies tend to be most attractive no matter what size we are. I work out a lot, so my shoulders look darned good in this dress! _x000D_
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I followed Igigi's measurement advice and ordered the size suggested by the site. The fit is amazingly perfect. I'm an hour glass figure; to me I look exactly like the model. Hubby (the Saint) says I look better. _x000D_
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I'll be wearing it with black suede pumps, a strand of real pearls, a leopard clutch and a leopard scarf worn like a pashima for my "jacket". _x000D_
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You could dress it down if you filled in the cleavage line (it's not massive, but not totally appropriate for work unless you close it up with velcro or add a scarf). Perhaps add a red belt, red shoes or boots, and a red and black pattern scarf and you would have work appropriate wear. For a weekend you could pop a denim jacket over it, add a statement necklace, and wear it with black tights and booties. It really IS that versatile. _x000D_
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This dress is BRILLIANT in its design. Whoever worked on the pattern truly understands the larger woman's body. Well done!!!”
“I was hesitant to order this dress because of the price. I needed a dress for an upcoming wedding and I read all the reviews before finally taking the plunge. Well, the dress arrived in 3 days and I was not disappointed. My husband loved the dress also. I know I will be able to wear this one to many special events and I really like the way it feels and looks.”
“Wow - This is my first ever IGIGI purchase and it has exceeded ALL of my expectations. I ordered 2 other +size dresses the same week as I ordered 2 IGIGI dresses. The 2 other dresses were NOT made by a designer that specialises in +size cothes, and were just larger/upscaled versions of their usual size 6-10 range... Needless to say, the Francesca dress (and other IGGI dress) fit me like a dream and gave me a beautiful silouhette - the other 2 dresses were just an odd fit and although they were my 'right size' they just did not sit on my body in a flattering way. They are going back. The IGIGI dressed will be worn over and over again! Can't wait to buy more. Thanks IGIGI.”
“I adore this dress! The fit follows my curves in a very flattering way. I told my husband that I feel sexy, curvaceous and beautiful in it. He smiled and agreed. I am wearing this for a safari themed fundraiser event, with leopard pumps and a little bling. I did have to order a size smaller than I typically wear-I am a triangle shaped gal.”
“Wow..my dress arrived 5 days after ordering it..thats impressive, THANKYOU IGIGI ..A very deep but beautiful reddy purple colour, fully lined and so comfortable, I usually wear a size 18 in pretty much all my clothing but I followed the guidelines to buy according to my bust measurement and ..omg..I now have a dress with size 14/16 on the tag ;-)) *bliss* haha......Ive managed to find shoes very similar to the models...plus similar accessories...I have long red hair and DAMMIT Im gonna goddamn rock this dress at the 2 weddings I have coming up before Christmas if I do say so myself !!! lol”
“What a superb dress! As a first time buyer and reading all of the reviews I have to say that this dress met all of my expectations. The cut on this dress is beautiful and very flattering. I know I'll wear this one wherever I can.”
“This dress provides a lovely fit and great style for semi-formal evenings. I'd say grab this if you can get it. It's a keeper. Fit runs true to size. Thanks, Igigi.”
