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(based on 35 ratings)
Brand:Jessica London
Located in:CLEARANCE, Dresses, Career Dresses

by Jessica London®


Flattering surplice empire-waist dress in a subtle graphic print. Three-quarter sleeves. Side zip. Fully lined (except sleeves). Imported.

  • Feminine, lightweight and easy to wear
  • Flattering empire waist and surplice neckline
  • Easy-care fabric saves you money
  • Polyester; machine wash

Women’s, 25” from waist
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.3 stars
(based on 35 ratings)
68% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Attractive design(30), Comfortable(21), Doesn't wrinkle(21), Durable(7), Flattering(16)
Cons:
Poor fit(12)
Best Uses:
Casual wear(3), Casual work days(5), Church(3), Comfort-oriented(5), Daytime(3)
Describe Yourself:
Bargain shopper(17), Career(16), Casual dresser(14), Classic dresser(5), Classic style(9)
Comfort vs Style:
Comfort driven(6)
 
looks & feels as expected
By cleanupwomanVerified Purchaser from eutaw, alabama on 11/9/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, High Quality, Nice Fabric, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Best Uses:
Church
Describe Yourself:
Classic Dresser
Comfort vs Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

nothin g to add

 
Cute, but not quite right...
By Curvey DiVerified Purchaser from Tracy, CA on 10/18/2008
Fit:
Feels too big
Waist:
Feels too big
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Nice Fabric, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
Going Out, Special Occasions, Wear To Work
Describe Yourself:
Classic Dresser
Comfort vs Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This dress is made for a woman with no defined waist and not curvey like me. The dress was nice, but I would have had to do significant alterations to make it work for me.

 
Good value
By mamaCVerified Purchaser from Winston Salem, NC on 10/16/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Flattering
Best Uses:
Wear To Work
Describe Yourself:
Classic Dresser
Comfort vs Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Nice dress, a little more flimsy in sheerness and weight than expected, but an overall bargain

 
Something new and stylish
By ThelmaVerified Purchaser from Petal, MS on 10/7/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, High Quality, Nice Fabric, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Wear To Work
Describe Yourself:
Classic Dresser
Comfort vs Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The dress was shorter than I expected, but once I had it on I liked the length.

 
low cut
By Beth the BossVerified Purchaser from Albany, GA on 10/7/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, Nice Fabric, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Rides-up
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Wear To Work
Describe Yourself:
Casual Dresser
Comfort vs Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Like the dress had to fuss with the top section to keep dress from showing too much chest or breast.

 
Naughty but Nice
By NitaVerified Purchaser from Phoenix, Arizona on 9/30/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Durable, Flattering, High Quality, Wrinkle Resistant
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Wear To Work
Describe Yourself:
Classic Dresser
Comfort vs Style:
Comfort Driven
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I used this dress for church, it wore and felt great. I like the side zipper. The side zipper seems to be coming back in style. I love clothes that are lined, they hang better.

 
Love
By Sandy DeeVerified Purchaser from Dallas, TX on 9/5/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, High Quality, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Sleeves too tight
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, On a Date, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I would wear it to Christian meetings, work, and for coctails. I love the color and the design. The sleeves are a little too tight. Need to widen them a little.

 
Beautiful Dress
By Shopping MomVerified Purchaser from Richmond, VA on 9/3/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering
Cons:
Wrinkles Easily
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, On a Date, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is a lovely dress in a very nice delicate pattern. Fit is perfect. Only concern is the bias cut "ruffle" just below the bustline. This may not be flattering for many women. Look closely at the picture.

 
"I would buy this product again and agai
By Hazel the shopperVerified Purchaser from Goldsboro, NC on 8/21/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Durable, Flattering, High Quality, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
NONE yet
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days, Church, On a Date
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, Sexy, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is a great dress to wear to work or church
The material is easy to care for
I have no con about this dress

 
Attractive and Versatile
By DrivenMadVerified Purchaser from Albuquerque, NM on 8/21/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels too big
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, On a Date, To Work
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love the print of this dress, the length, the material. The waist feels just a touch big, but otherwise I love it. I will get a lot of use out of it as it is versatile and not trendy.

 
Wow
By Sandy DeeVerified Purchaser from Dallas, TX on 8/12/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, High Quality, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Best Uses:
On a Date, To Work, Very versatile
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Fabulous!!! I can wear it to work, to my Christian meetings and will definitely take it to Europe with me next summer.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Nancyseastar
By NancyseastarVerified Purchaser from Torrington CT on 8/6/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels too long
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Color Not As Expected
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Classic, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Perfect for work.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
I need another dress like this in anothe
By CutieVerified Purchaser from Fresno, TX on 7/8/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, Wrinkle Resistant
Best Uses:
Special Occasions
Describe Yourself:
Career, Casual, Classic, Sexy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This dress was perfect and comfortable. I got many compliments. I could have kept it on allday.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Too much dress!
By mrsdportVerified Purchaser from starkville, ms on 6/12/2008
Fit:
Feels too big
Waist:
Feels too big
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, High Quality
Cons:
Poor Fit, too big all over
Best Uses:
Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Casual, Sexy, Trendy
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I have to return this dress. It's too big all over and it has no structure.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Empire Dress
By CJVerified Purchaser from Washington, DC on 6/9/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The dress was nice, but it didn't fit my body well.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Very Comfortable!
By Not more clothes!!Verified Purchaser from Sikeston, MO on 6/5/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, Wrinkle Resistant
Best Uses:
Comfort-Oriented, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Career, Casual, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The fit on this dress is perfect. I wear it to church, but would also wear it to the office.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
too tight in arms
By JackieVerified Reviewer from Blacksburg, VA on 6/3/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Lightweight, Love the color, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit, tight in the arms
Best Uses:
Comfort-Oriented, On a Date, Perfect ww dress, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, Classic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This dress is so pretty. Perfect color etc. Lots of compliments when worn to work and church. It just isn't that comfortable because of the tightness in arms. the rest of the dress is loose so a bigger size would be way to big. I rarely have that problem. In retrospect, I wished I would have returned because I find myself avoiding to wear it, because of the fit.

 
So Comfortable
By TammiVerified Reviewer from Mobile, AL on 6/1/2008
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:
Cocktail Party, Comfort-Oriented, On a Date, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Casual, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This dress is a must have. It flows from the waist and doesn't show any of your faults. I have worn this dress twice already and have gotten a comments from many people. It's light, airy and can be dressed up or down.

 
nice yet...
By AnaNCVerified Purchaser from Wallace, NC on 5/16/2008
Fit:
Feels too small
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days, On a Date
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The dress is nice. However, I tried two sizes and the larger is too big, the other has sleeves and chest that are too tight. If you are a large built woman, it does not dress to slim, kind of make you look "square".

 
Nice Dress
By Mrs.MVerified Purchaser from Tx on 5/12/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Versatile
Best Uses:
Church, On a Date, To Work
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

A nice and simple cute dress.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Not what it seems
By Brigitte On the RunVerified Purchaser from Tulsa, OK on 5/6/2008
Fit:
Feels too big
Waist:
Feels too big
Length:
Feels true to length
Cons:
Color Not As Expected, NOT a flattering dress, Poor Fit
Describe Yourself:
Career, Casual, Classic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This dress did not look anything like what the catalog picture showed. The waistline on this dress is very unflattering. Sent it back.

 
Perfect for an afternoon wedding
By JessVerified Purchaser from Champaign, IL on 4/29/2008
Fit:
Feels too big
Waist:
Feels too big
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, High Quality
Best Uses:
Afternoon wedding, On a Date
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The size ran a little big, but I needed something for an afternoon wedding which was dressy but not too dressy and this was perfect.

 
Wasn't too bad a fit.
By Butterflylady from Bronx, NY on 4/26/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels too long
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
The arms where too tight.
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought the dress to wear on easter Sunday. It wasn't too bad except that it was a lil big on the waist and a lil tight on the arms.

 
Empire-Waist Dress
By Addicted ShopperVerified Purchaser from Jonesboro, Georgia on 4/16/2008
Fit:
Feels too big
Waist:
Feels too big
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, Comfort-Oriented, On a Date, To School, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, Classic, Eclectic, Sexy, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I really liked this dress but the sizes run larger than they are. My mom is 2 dress sizes bigger than I am and the dress fit her perfectly. She loves it. I wish I could say that we'd both lost a lot of weight. But, I can't!

 
Trendy
By Mattie the pessimistVerified Purchaser from Deltona, FL on 4/11/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering
Cons:
Too much clevage revealed
Best Uses:
On The Weekend, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

As true with most empire waist dresses, the bodice is a bit awkward fitting. I like the dress overall. Too much clevage but I was able to correct that by adding a piece of fabric to the bodice.

 
Nice dress
By EllenVerified Purchaser from Macon, Ga on 3/18/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Comfortable, Durable
Cons:
Extra ruffle
Best Uses:
Casual Work Days, On a Date, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Career, Casual
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

The dress was cute with a nice cut and great length. However, I did not like the ruffle that ran just under the bustline. The dress would have been so much more flattering without the extra fabric.

 
Very Cute
By CherylVerified Purchaser from Stonewall, LA on 3/18/2008
Fit:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Flattering, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Very low cut neckline
Best Uses:
Cocktail Party, Comfort-Oriented, On a Date, Special Occasions, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, Eclectic, Sexy, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This dress is really pretty. It's cut extremely low so I have to wear a cami underneath. I've had tons of compliments on it. Love this style...Very Cute!

 
Okay
By DeanVerified Purchaser from Coldwater, MS on 3/6/2008
Sizing:
Feels half size too small
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
On The Weekend, To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, Conservative
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I ordered a size 22 and it was too tight in the arm and bust area. Since I have lost some weight, I have been buying size 22 at other places. Due to the fact that I refuse to order a 24, I returned this item.

 
re: sending it back
By WorkingVerified Purchaser from San Diego, CA on 2/29/2008
Sizing:
Feels half size too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit
Best Uses:
To Work
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Sending this back. Does not fit good on top part of dress.

 
Great looking dress
By lkg70123Verified Purchaser from New Orleans, LA on 2/28/2008
Describe Yourself:
Stylish
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Best Uses:
Daytime, Going Out, Office
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Durable, Versatile, Wrinkle Resistant
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I purchased this dress for my daughter, who loved it, but it was the wrong size, so her friend (who's a little larger) bought it because she also thought it was great looking. This style dress if very flattering.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Don't plan on raising your arms.
By VMayVerified Purchaser from Syracuse on 2/27/2008
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Conservative, Professional
Best Uses:
None - can't move arms
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Waist:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Nice fabric, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Can't raise arms, Can't reach for anything, Not properly proportioned, Poor arm fit
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I plan on ripping out the sleeves and wearing it sleeveless under a jacket. The sleeves are not proportioned properly for larger sizes. If you try to raise your arms, the whole dress rises in a most distressing manner. Would not recommend to anyone over a size 16.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Top too big
By Stylish MommyVerified Reviewer from Blandon, PA on 2/26/2008
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, High-end shopper, Stylish
Best Uses:
Formal Events, Office
Sizing:
Feels half size too big
Waist:
Feels too big
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Poor Fit
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Looked great online, but top half was too big. Nice and light material.

 
sent back much to large
By navywifeRMVerified Purchaser from virginia on 2/22/2008
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented
Sizing:
Feels full size too big
Best Uses:
Daytime, Office
Pros:
Attractive Design, Wrinkle Resistant
Cons:
Poor Fit

much much to big

 
The catalog photo is great.
By L.J. ForensicsVerified Purchaser from Virginia on 2/20/2008
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Conservative, Sexy
Best Uses:
Daytime, Going Out, Office
Sizing:
Feels full size too big
Waist:
Feels too big
Length:
Feels too long
Pros:
Comfortable, Versatile
Cons:
Poor Fit
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I so looked forward to having a nice dress to wear for dinners. This one looked great in the catalogs and online but like a tent on. I sent this one back.

 
Did not fit properly
By DebVerified Purchaser from Plymouth, MI on 2/12/2008
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented
Sizing:
Feels full size too small
Waist:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Poor Fit
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I returned the dress becasue it did not fit properly. the top part of the dress too tight.

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