Product Review: Dressy Jersey Grecian V-neck Long Dress

Dressy Jersey Grecian V-neck Long Dress
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Item 12613
Regular: $98.00

I just realized that I haven't written a product review in quite awhile! I hope the following is helpful. ;)

I love the long maxi dress look. However, I never could find a long dress with the perfect length- a dress that didn't hit my ankles or required me to wear heels. Well, I have finally found that dress- J.Crew's Dressy Jersey Grecian V-neck Long Dress (and the title really does say it all)!

First, the "more refined, sophisticated jersey viscos" is a wonderful material. It has a soft and smooth feel to it. As a jersey fabric, it can stretch when needed- which only increases the comfort of this dress. I have also found that when the fabric does stretch, there is no "see-through" of the material. (It could also be because I purchased the "Chocolate" version of this dress.) The fabric really does have a "dressy" feel to it- very similar to the Flowy Jersey Bateau Dress (refer here).

Second, the straps that are referred to as "twisted spaghetti straps" which reminds them "of a mythical goddess" is a nice touch. It does take some getting use to though. I have a tendency to try straigtening them out- even though I can't! ;)

Third, the length of the dress. The dress is described as "Falls to floor; 41 1/2" from natural waist". As someone who is 5'8", I found the dress to fall to the floor (if not slightly grazing it). I think this is because the weight of the jersey is a bit more substantial than a t-shirt, so it stretches the material to the ground. (Incidentally, the bottom of the dress is raw edge hem.)

The only drawback to this dress is the bunching on the back- and how the fabric falls from that point. Because of its positioning, the "empire waist" detail does not define my waist from the sides, even though it does from the front and back views. So what ends up happening from the side view is there is a straight a-line look from the bunching of the dress to my rear (as oppose to a more tailored, waist defining, look).

Lastly, this dress really is versatile. Because of the style and drape, it is very easy to "dress" this dress up (for a more sophisticated look), or to "dress" this dress down, (for a more casual look). It's like the little black dress! :)

What are your thoughts on the Dressy Jersey Grecian V-neck Long Dress? Are you considering or already have purchased this dress? Have you seen this dress in person? If so, please share with us your reviews too! :)