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I fell for a dress online that was unlike any other dress I'd seen. After researching the designer (Sue Wong), I learned that the general consensus is that she really knows how to design to flatter a woman's body and people who buy her dresses tend to be extremely satisfied.

Since no stores nearby carry Sue Wong, I took the plunge and placed an order online (after taking my measurements and talking with an extremely kind and helpful customer service rep at Unique Vintage).

I'm super excited, but also super nervous since I'm usually so picky and I haven't even tried this dress on! Somehow I feel like it'll work out, though...

Anyone else buy a dress online that they never tried on? How'd it work out?

I have ordered mine without trying it on, but I have tried on similar styles so I am hoping it will be flattering. If you have a good figure and/or know what suits you I think you should be ok. I am plus sized and I learned what shapes suited me and then looked at those style dresses til I fell in love :)

@tksjewelry: Sure thing!

We want to have a relaxed Summer wedding, hopefully outdoors.

@ShellVee: I hope it works out for you!

I generally know what works for me, but I rarely buy form-fitting dresses, let along full-length or beaded...

- I'm nervous about the fit. I usually wear between sizes 4-6 (more 6) but the size chart suggested I order 8. People say Sue Wong dresses run true to size, but I'm not sure what that would be in my case! I ordered a 6. 

- I'm also a bit worried that I may dislike the beading (I'm not a huge fan of beading). It looks pretty subtle, though, which is good.

Despite these things, I still feel super positive. I have a good feeling about this dress, so hoping that's a good sign!

@natbug21: Thank you!!

Based on what the rep told me, it should be here some time between 5-10 days.

I wish it would be here tomorrow! haha

@tksjewelry: Thanks so much! I appreciate your kind words!

I couldn't vote because I have ordered my dress without seeing it, but I haven't received it yet. Hopefully it will work out lol. I like the dress you chose, it looks like it would go great with what you described.

@JoBoom: I love chiffon and rouching on the torso. And that's an amazing price! I paid $550 including shipping - a little more than I wanted to spend for online, but less than I'd likely have to pay if I went dress shopping in-person.

@Millia: Wow - I've never heard of that before! I'll have to check out that site if this one doesn't work out! This dress was actually in my list of top picks! Please post pictures when you receive it!

@DeadUtopia:  I hope it works out for you! Post pics when you get it!

@Anastasia Lelikova: You look beautiful! (Is that you or the model?) And I love the way they packaged it - that's so sweet and what a nice personal touch!

@lumos: I bought a JCrew Sophia gown.  I already owned FIVE of the JCrew Sophia dress (a popular bridesmaid dress), so I assumed the gown would be great.  The gown fit totally different in the same size.  It was bigger, made for a C Cup (all the dresses are like for A cups).  Two feet too long.

Then I went to a bridal shop to try on dreses for fun.  I think I'm going to stick with just getting the dress at a shop and trying it on in person.

I think if one found the exact dress/size you just tried on in person, but online used - then that can be considered.

My mistakes could get costly (not to mention I don't know what the heck I'm doing!) so I better just do it right this time!

Yep, ordered a replica from China online and I LOVE the pics they sent me last night...I didn't vote in the poll because I haven't gotten the dress to see for real what it looks like on but I am loving what I see at this point. I forgot to say how I LOVE your dress, but you know that from the other post. I am glad you found her!!!

@Collcoll: So glad it worked out for you! I'd love to see pictures!

@sienna76: That's strange about the different fit. Bummer! I suppose after an experience like that I'd be inclined to try things on first as well. You'll find something you love :)

@futureMrsMason:  I kind of winged it too! I saw it one night and really liked it, and there was a *fantastic* sale on so I ordered it that night. Unfortunately the company (Couture Candy) then e-mailed me a week later to tell me it was actually out of stock, but I couldn't stop thinking about it and custom-ordered it from Unique Vintage. Glad you're happy with your purchase!

@texmax: I hated that no stores had the dresses I was interested in when I was at the start of my search. I hope it works out for you, considering the 60% non-refundable thing - good thing you've at least tried on a similar dress! The one you chose is beautiful.

@BodyByViGirl: That's great that they sent you pictures you love! I'm excited for it to arrive for you! Thank you for the super nice compliments on my dress!

@simplifiedbride:  I've come across Dolly Couture in my search - their shop and dresses look super cute! Your dress was perfect for you - you look beautiful! I find short dresses make brides look cute as a button and you're no exception to that! :)

I think I'll add another option to the survey - Bees who have ordered but are still waiting for their dress to arrive. If you're one of those bees but have already posted, feel free to also contribute to the survey so others can check out the stats!

@greenviolets:  Smart way to approach it! I'm so happy you got what you wanted! Makes me feel less nervous about the arrival of my dress. (Though I haven't tried on anything similar to it... eep!)

@EmilyJean: Thank you so much!

I bought a dress off of ebay without trying it on first.  It worked great for me!  I sewed the matching bolero jacket.

@ginnyc: That's gutsy to buy off eBay! Did you have the option of returning it if it didn't work out? You're super talented with sewing - Nice work on the bolero!

I never would because the dresses I thought I liked didn't look good on me when I tried them on. I think it's too risky.

@goldendreams: Thank you! Yes ma'am - their customer service was amazing (both e-mail and phone), and I appreciated the video on their website that showed who many of them working there are and what their facilities look like. It's also a funny spoof of Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" and I liked how equity-minded they were so I felt good about buying from them.

 @QBbride: I appreciate your honesty. I felt the same way and was actually quite surprised by my choice to buy online!

@Mrs. LB:  I'm excited to see how it turns out!

@cbee: Glad you got something you're happy with :) That's what matters in the end.

What gorgeous dresses!!

@almost mrs: That's awesome! I hope I'm also satisfied with the quality of my dress.

@roxygirl: Thanks for the suggestion :) I wish custom sites like these had more photos of the replica dresses they make rather than just copying and pasting pictures from designer websites.- I'd find it more trustworthy if they showed me their actual work on their sites.

Did you order from them?