Herve Leger = <3 Part III

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Nolia said:
I tried on some HLs today but it was shocking! Flip and I have the same measurements but I couldn't even get the zipper up in an XS!! I think I am a SMALL but will definitely need shortening.

Anyone know who can shorten HL dresses in Toronto if I order online?
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Nolia, the HL SA told me if I can zip it up on my own, it's too big! I can zip it up halfway, but then my hubby has to zip up the rest while I hold my breath. It's also tight in the chestal area... Maybe just the style you tried ran small? The first time I tried it I was shocked how fitted it was, but you really don't want it too loose...

I emailed HL customer service for a tailor recommendation nearby. Maybe they have one in Canada they can rec for you. Good luck! I :love: HL!
 
#1,217
FlipDiver said:
Nolia, the HL SA told me if I can zip it up on my own, it's too big! I can zip it up halfway, but then my hubby has to zip up the rest while I hold my breath. It's also tight in the chestal area... Maybe just the style you tried ran small? The first time I tried it I was shocked how fitted it was, but you really don't want it too loose...

I emailed HL customer service for a tailor recommendation nearby. Maybe they have one in Canada they can rec for you. Good luck! I :love: HL!
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I tried on the XS and the SA said she'd have to get another person to come zip me into it. Maybe it was the dress style, not sure. But it sucks because Canada has such a crappy selection. Even the BCBG doesn't carry HL! =(
 
#1,218
vhdos said:
Well, I got all ready to go last night and had to change dresses at the very last minute. The yellow HL was smokin' hot, but that was the problem - it was too smokin' hot. Too much boob, too much leg, and too tight. I just didn't feel like it was going to be appropriate for the Country Club party. I changed into my black essential HL and kept everything else the same (shoes, bag, jewelry, etc.). Once we got to the party, I was so glad that I had decided to change. The crowd at the party was actually a bit more casual than they normally are and my yellow HL would have stood out like a sore thumb. I even felt a little over-dressed in my black HL, but I rocked it anyways and had a good time. I think that I have one pic that I can post.
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Do you have any modeling pics of the yellow HL? Would love to see!
 
#1,219
FlipDiver said:
Nolia, the HL SA told me if I can zip it up on my own, it's too big! I can zip it up halfway, but then my hubby has to zip up the rest while I hold my breath. It's also tight in the chestal area... Maybe just the style you tried ran small? The first time I tried it I was shocked how fitted it was, but you really don't want it too loose...

I emailed HL customer service for a tailor recommendation nearby. Maybe they have one in Canada they can rec for you. Good luck! I :love: HL!
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Its so strange. I zip all my HL dresses by myself. Its so easy...I seriously dun think they are loose on me tho
 
#1,221
Ladybug^^ said:
Its so strange. I zip all my HL dresses by myself. Its so easy...I seriously dun think they are loose on me tho
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lmac408 said:
^ i agree. i wear and xs usually and i can definitely zipper them myself (with a little tugging haha) but there is NO WAY i could fit into anything smaller than that.
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I can zip up some of my HLs with lower backs, but I try not to yank at the zip, so it's easier for me to hold them in place while my hubby zips. My square neck cap sleeve HL runs pretty small compared to my others, however.
 
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FlipDiver said:
I can zip up some of my HLs with lower backs, but I try not to yank at the zip, so it's easier for me to hold them in place while my hubby zips. My square neck cap sleeve HL runs pretty small compared to my others, however.
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yeah, my SA told me that if you can zip it up by yourself it's too small, too. but i think she was being a little tongue-in-cheek -- i wear s, and i *can* put all of my dresses on by myself if i have to. but it takes a lot of tugging and contorting my body and stuff -- it's certainly easier if the boy helps me.
 
#1,223
I really don't think that the ability to zip or not zip your own dress is all about size. The ability to zip your own dress has just as much to do with the style of the dress as it does the size. I think that when SAs say that, they are saying it tongue and cheek (in a joking manner) as liljake said. Besides, when it comes to buying an HL, I take more stock in my opinion of the fit of a dress as opposed to what an SA has to say about it. I own very few HL that I couldn't zip up myself - and they are all a very tight fit. If DH is available, I will ask for his help, but it's not necessary in most cases.
 
#1,227
I have a question about HL dress sizing. I purchased one about a month from the outnet but have yet to wear it as I am not sure it fits as snug as it should! I am a true US12. I purchased a large in the cap-sleeve style that Jessica Simpson has been spotted in. I read here that the dress itself is like spanx, but to be honest I need to wear spanx underneath to get the super sleek look. And when I wear the spanx the dress slides up and down my body. It does not slide extremely easily, but it is definitely NOT extremely skin tight. As well, it is a bit difficult to pull up the zipper, and there is a little gap between my neck and the two buttons at the back.

Do you think I should try selling the dress because it is too big? Or maybe large is the right size but just not in this particular style? I would appreciate any opinion and I tried taking pictures but I do not really think they do justice to what I am explaining here! TIA!!
 
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^There is no answer to your question because fit is a personal thing. Some ladies like their HLs skin-tight, while others like a little more breathing room. If you are comfortable in the dress, then it's fine. The dresses were intended to fit tight, but fit can be very subjective. I wear Spanx under some of mine, but mostly because I don't wear panties (to avoid panty lines). Also, yes, sizing can vary by style, so just because that particular style may not be a "perfect" fit, does not necessarily mean that you have the wrong size. If you post your measurements, perhaps some ladies can help you with your appropriate HL dress size and you can see if you purchased the correct size.
 
#1,229
Hey LAdies! Just got my HL :P
though I think its too big :(
I am a true US 4 with most brands (sometimes I wear an XS) with measurements 35-26-35
I have two other HLs which I am an XS in
I was really debating between an XS and S and found a S on ebay and was too tempted to buy it
It was just like I wanted - black strapless :D
So here are some modeling pics, let me know if I should get it altered (Btw i folded the dress a bit otherwise its too long)

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Please let me know what you think, the dress feels extremely loose like i can fit another me inside, do yo u think I can get it altered? or should I just resell it?

Thanks!
 
#1,230
voilasabine said:
Hey LAdies! Just got my HL :P
though I think its too big :(
I am a true US 4 with most brands (sometimes I wear an XS) with measurements 35-26-35
I have two other HLs which I am an XS in
I was really debating between an XS and S and found a S on ebay and was too tempted to buy it
It was just like I wanted - black strapless :D
So here are some modeling pics, let me know if I should get it altered (Btw i folded the dress a bit otherwise its too long)

IMG00470-20110630-1125.jpg




IMG00469-20110630-1114.jpg


Please let me know what you think, the dress feels extremely loose like i can fit another me inside, do yo u think I can get it altered? or should I just resell it?

Thanks!
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yea.. you are a true xs based on your measurements. The dress does look big. Herve Leger dresses can be altered smaller. I have a post about alterations to Herve Leger I would link to if I could... but am not allowed to. :P

Anyway, take it to a seamstress to get their opinion as this is a particular style you were looking for. If it was a random style, I would just suggest selling and buying a different one. :P Hope that helped... some?
 
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