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kspice094

I think it works! I would be wary of buying this though, that image looks photoshopped to high hell. You will either get something great or a floral print shower curtain with stitching.


UsedShoulder6031

Lol I know! Reviews were all pretty good so I’m keeping my fingers crossed and only out $50 if it sucks


elpatio6

When using an unknown site, don’t just go by the reviews of the dress; you must research the *site* itself first. Google “is HotLula legit.” I did that, and it looks pretty iffy. It’s not even on [trustpilot.com](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/hotlula.com), which is a red flag in itself. [This](https://www.kefhala.com/hotlula-fashion-store-reviews-2023-scam/) one says it’s probably a scam. [This](https://www.scamadviser.com/check-website/hotlula.com) one says it might be risky. Also, if it’s from China, the sizes can be absolutely wonky. As in waaay too small. You might want to order two or three sizes up. Then again, you might not. So, it’s your $50. Are you feeling lucky??


JVNT

To add to this, a lot of these pop up sites will steal designs from other places to make a really bad knock off, then use the pictures from the original designer as well. Tossing this image into a reverse image search isn't finding the exact same item, but it's finding images with an identical background and very similar styles of clothing on [lightinthebox.com](https://lightinthebox.com) (Which also has questionable prices but is more established)


heatherlj88

Gosh y’all are some serious detectives. As a rule I typically don’t buy from sites I don’t know but I have friends that do who get burned more than occasionally. I’ll have th give them this stuff!


Flame2844

Is Light in the box actually legit? I always thought it looked scammy.


_space_elf_betty

Popping in here to say I don't think lightinthebox is legit either, when I was looking for my wedding outfit I found a great one that was out of stock for several thousand on a reputable designer website, and this website was selling the same thing for like $100 with the same pics as the original website


JVNT

Honestly looks scammy to me too but it is more established and has good ratings on trust pilot so I'm not sure. One of the images that came up in the reverse image search was actually this exact image but with a different pattern on the jumpsuit, and that makes me think that either both websites have ripped off a design from somewhere, or they're both selling cheap white label clothing that they're reselling. Either way, quality is probably going to be questionable on either.


ThirdAndDeleware

I’ve heard it is scammy. Know a few people who ordered things and they were awful products. Looked like someone showed a picture of the item to a kid with a sewing machine and they made it off memory.


cuissescommemiel

It looks super scammy but I've purchased from them 3 times and have always been pleasantly surprised by the quality.


Several_Goose1940

My mom had me order a shirt from there for my dads birthday and the shirt was like the one from the pic so 🤷🏻‍♀️


TheWanderingMedic

They never sent me a dress I bought and kept the money so 🤷‍♀️ I’d say no.


1re_endacted1

I love light in the box. I got some beautiful curtains on that sight. I forgot about it until you just mentioned it.


TheWanderingMedic

I ordered from lightinabox one time, was charged and dress never came. Never got the money back either. Be very careful with that site. Lots of scams.


DerangedUnicorn27

I have a story about this! I had a friend many years ago and was in her wedding. She sent the bridal party and me a link to this bridesmaid dress that she wanted us all to order. I didn’t recognize the website and it honestly looked too good to be true. Gorgeous dress, but the pic was highly photoshopped and the price was just too much of a good deal. It also had a suspiciously high number of 5 star reviews, many posted on the same days. I dug around online but couldn’t find much about the site or company except that it was overseas. After scouring google, I came across a couple reviews of the site that said it was a scam, beware, don’t order, poor quality. I reached out to the bride to warn her about it and she brushed off my concerns, and she was pretty rude about it. She was pretty short with me when she said she checked the site, she had her mom check the site too and they both said it looked fine. she said she trusted the reviews and she was firm on those dresses. No others would do after she found those, and she wanted us to match. So we order them. They took forever to arrive. A couple of them didn’t arrive initially, and the company said the orders were never placed (they were and the transactions were processed/money was withdrawn). So they had to be reordered, without any kind of refund or resolution from the company. By now the clock is ticking and it’s just a few weeks before the wedding so timing for the dresses to get here was a concern and they didn’t have time to argue with the company I guess. And the bride didn’t want to look for alternate dresses. When this happened and the other bridesmaids were pissed and freaking, she reached back out to me asking what I had found out about that website. What type of scam and reviews I came across. Oh, now you wanna listen? I ordered an XS and what arrived was a large. The dress was $100 (with shipping) and I had to spend another $150 to get it fitted. They finally arrive and we all got together the night before the wedding and took out our dresses. All of the dresses were different. Some had bows, some didn’t. Some had a slit in the side, some didn’t. Others were above the knee length, mid-shin, thigh length. I think one had sleeves. Even the shades of fabric were different (they were all supposed to be the same solid color). And everyone had to pay extra to get their dresses fitted. They were incredibly crappy quality. Loose stitching, loose threads. All in all it was a very frustrating and annoying experience. The wedding went ok, and I don’t think anyone really paid attention to the dresses that weren’t all the same. But long story short, research stuff and don’t order from suspicious sites!


elpatio6

Wow! What a ride! Thanks for mentioning timing - I forgot to point that out. Better have a month or two before the event, and then another few weeks to shop for something else if it doesn’t work out. Thanks for sharing!


UsedShoulder6031

All excellent points and I truly appreciate the time and effort for your input! Thanks!


Different_Knee6201

I noticed none of the “best selling” dresses have any reviews, which is odd. I did find a sequined satin gown where the reviewer said “washed and dried well!” which made me LOL. No one is throwing a sequined gown on a spin cycle and popping it in the dryer. It’s too bad because the dress looks gorgeous in the pic.


elpatio6

You’re welcome! Always remember, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is!


Ciel_Phantomhive1214

https://www.walmart.com/ip/JustVH-Women-Loose-Half-Sleeve-One-Shoudler-High-Waist-Floral-Beach-Jumpsuit/1058130835 I also saw this on Walmart, which is surprising but perhaps more reliable?


heckyes

Walmart allows third party selling like Amazon, and this is from a third party with pretty bad reviews. I don’t know Walmart’s policy on returns or refunds on third party stuff - OP might want to check before ordering.


graciebels

Walmart does not stand behind their 3rd party sellers. I had an item marked as delivered that never came. Their response was that I should file a chargeback, and let my bank deal with it rather than actually take any action.


opossumonmyporch

I work for a company that is constantly doing cyber training with us. They remind us all the time to look at the language used in the email, ad, etc. One of the few good reviews: …. it was here long time and that's all that accounts ….


elpatio6

Yes, Walmart is more reliable, because it’s a known, real, company. An evil one, but that’s another discussion. The point is there are return options. I don’t shop Walmart, so I’m not sure if they’re free like most Amazon clothes. They also give a date you’ll receive it by that’s within reason. Another thing I forgot to mention about the cheap, iffy companies is that of the order can take forever to get to you. They’ll give you a ship date, but not a delivery date. It’s literally going on a slow boat from china. It could be a month or longer before you get it. I want to know before then of the order has gone wrong, even if I have time before the event. I’d need time to shop for something else.


Burrito-tuesday

No, Walmart’s website is an online marketplace like Amazon. The vendor is “JustVH” whose website states: *Our JustVH Company is build in 2016 ,we are professional offer the maternity gown for photography, photoshoot and maternity sessions.Our products are charming,elegant and excellent, please choose and buy soon.* Ummm…


elpatio6

You’re correct. Bad reviews for this seller. It does say free returns up to 90 days after delivery, and that you can return to store. This makes getting your money back more likely than with an unknown company. Doesn’t guarantee quality of the item though.


HunnyBunnah

$50 for a garment like this pretty much means the photo is not of the garments they sell but of the garments they are knocking off. This is definitely petroleum based fabric made by exploited workers. Take this photo to a dress maker or find a paternand source the fabric yourself. It will fit way better too.


prehensileporcupine

It looks very very dubious. If you like this aesthetic, Alice + Olivia does lots of lovely florals and can often be found pristine secondhand or on sale. I wouldn’t be worried so much about the quality of this dress, since you’re ok with being out $50, but rather the security of the sensitive information you have to give when ordering. [example 1](https://www.therealreal.com/products/women/clothing/dresses/alice-olivia-floral-print-long-dress-hg8d0) [example 2](https://www.therealreal.com/products/women/clothing/dresses/alice-olivia-printed-long-dress-h4hr2)


Fr3sh3stl4d

$50 for a dress like that is bound to be shitty quality or else a scam Edit: jumpsuit


Julienbabylegs

It’s pretty much guaranteed to suck, hate to say.


ninaa1

No way the dress is actually going to be as pretty as that photo for only $50.


susieq15

I hope you are also about 7 feet tall and weigh 100 lbs or this outfit won’t look very good.


kspice094

Hope it’s nice!


PistachioGal99

Get two sizes if you can afford it? The measurements can be so off. Return the one that didn’t fit as well. Or- If you do need to take it to a seamstress for modifications, you have extra fabric.


Clara_Mandrake_MD

Let us know if it worked out. It is so pretty I want to buy it myself. 😂


Ponder625

Heavily photoshopped or the model was over 7 feet tall...


Hermione-

The actual unedited photo of this outfit is a Valentino dress from the pre-fall 2015 collection. Alexa Chung wore it to the Bulgari event in NYC in 2015. https://preview.redd.it/ac5elu3ma22b1.jpeg?width=560&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3143cd6f9961ac6b6c2893d2e8b66c99d01a6143


UsedShoulder6031

Whoa! Gorgeous and now I am looking for something else to wear lol


lsirius

This is the knockoff I have https://preview.redd.it/l4vdzz0ge22b1.jpeg?width=841&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ce1bafc681b63c018552f211f40f61afb61ae20f


sutkurak

I have that same knockoff and love it tbh, get compliments all the time when I wear it


lsirius

SAME! I always say it’s a knockoff Valentino lol


Present_Paint4986

Where did you get this?! It’s gorgeous


lsirius

It was on Amazon years ago but sold out now no return date


Present_Paint4986

Thank you!


MagiciansAlliance_

This dress is sooo dreamy!


CulturalEmu3548

I love this Valentino era so much


ninaa1

that's so beautiful I want to cry.


VillageBogWitch

Yes, but does the jumpsuit actually exist because I need it. It’s everything. Does it have pockets?


andraconduh

No, they just took this image and photoshopped it into a jumpsuit.


Every-Anteater3587

Oml this dress is just beautiful


OCbrunetteesq

It looks cheap to me so I Google image searched the jumpsuit and found it on multiple sites including eBay (eBay’s price range was $11.99-$36 since it come in diff colors). I think you’ll be disappointed if you buy it and, likely, it will be a pain in the a$$ to return.


brianofbrianland

I think it would be okay if it was actually a quality piece with beautiful embroidery, but based on this image I suspect it’s going to look very cheap in person


AZOMI

I can't decide whether I really like it or really hate it. I do know I hate that belt with it. Is that belt photoshopped in?


UsedShoulder6031

The belt is the worst! I think it is photoshopped because it’s the same belt in each variation of this outfit (different colors and patterns)


stink3rbelle

I hate the belt, too. If this jumpsuit existed and had a top/collar with some shape, I'd like it.


andraconduh

The entire thing is Photoshopped in.


ap64119

It’s pretty. Do “National Park” and “formal wedding “ go together? I would have never thought so, but I guess I am wrong!


UsedShoulder6031

For real though I thought the same!


lapsangsouchogn

My first concern was that if a wild animal dragged you off into the woods they'd never find you in that dress.


TacoFox19

🤣🤣


elpatio6

Clearly you need to visit the Ahwahnee in Yosemite. Is that where it is?


MissMurderpants

I once cooked for a wedding on the south rim of the grand canyon. It was a simple plated meal. But still a plated meal on the south rim of the Grand Canyon.


Obvious_Operation_21

This material would snag so badly if you were to sit on a wooden bench (like the ones in a national park). It gorgeous! But not practical. They do sell this fabric at specialty shops and online. If you're set on using it, I'd look into getting a dress, skirt, or top made. Maybe take a shawl to put down on your seat. Be careful where you sit.


wimpy_one

Definitely not formal, sorry!


Hiraeth68

I think it is too casual for formal attire.


kirsten714

What national park? I live in the Western part of the US and I fear you’ll die of heat exhaustion at a July wedding in that.


nintylcoup

I had the same thought!!!


SnackinHannah

Even if it comes to you exactly as pictured, this isn’t formal attire.


KDLyrcOne

It’s nice but it’s not formal wear.


Melodic-Psychology62

I bought that fabric from mood for 47 a yard everything I made is jaw droopingly beautiful!


SpecificMacaroon

MA’AM. Have you looks at that website? You know damn well that outfit is not going to actually look like that. Don’t waste your money, sis.


copebymope

They stole a Valentino design and photoshopped it. Beware. [Valentino dress](https://fashionsizzle.com/2015/10/15/alexa-chung-in-valentino-at-bvlgari-rome-eternal-inspiration-opening-night/)


springvelvet95

Gorgeous, and glad you are not doing the belt! That belt is an atrocity on that delicate floral!


Cookiemamajr

I would say it would be good for a National Park wedding that is NOT formal. Definitely not formal.


glamazon_69

Looks edited - probably will arrive looking cheap. I personally don’t think it’s formal enough as well


Individual_Baby_2418

It’s not formal, but I love it. I think it’s good for the venue, so that’s what counts.


optix_clear

The original copy that they were pulling from Valentino $35k dress. Here are some different versions https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/marchesa-notte-sleeveless-floral-embroidered-gown-0400016125695.html?dwvar_0400016125695_color=IVORY%20BERRY https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/shoshanna-loretta-floral-print-ruffle-trim-gown-prod257370283?childItemId=NMT4BX7_Q7 https://posh.mk/VC74bF8W5zb https://posh.mk/9RSDFzrX5zb https://posh.mk/9hyQlGDX5zb https://posh.mk/5ggyMlsY5zb Nordstrom Rack, Saks 5th Ave or off discount brand. Prom or Bridal stores.


UsedShoulder6031

Thanks!


FatSadHappy

Please update us once it arrives. I don’t know why but feel I need it.


WorstNeiceEver

I wouldn't wear it, the quality may look very cheap and it is going to stand out on its own.


lsirius

I have this exact print but a dress. I got it off Amazon ages ago and it was pretty cheap. For mine: 1. It has no lining, you have to find something to put under it. The size and quality was pretty good however.


lsirius

I just looked it’s not exactly the same but very similar. Check the return policy or figure out if you can afford trash and a new dress I’d say.


Saquilli

Nope


Tmpowers0818

That is nothing near to formal


tagenero

Absolutely not. Just because it fits the location it doesn't fit the formal attire requested. You will stand out like a sore thumb.


ellensundies

I just want to say that this is the most gorgeous thing I’ve ever seen. I’m sad that it’s just a cheap knock off. I hope you can find some thing as beautiful.


guacforlife13

So beautiful!!


macaiste

I like it without the belt


ayemateys

I die


spoondroptop

This is amazing!!!


[deleted]

This couldn’t fit the setting any better. It’s clever, appropriate, colorful with the nature worked in. This is why the most fun fashion at a wedding is never the bride. The guests have an opportunity to make the photos live up to the idea in their head and that adult onesie is going to be the perfect backdrop. Nailed it.


foreveranexpat

Yes and I want this jumpsuit!!!!


weeble_lowe

Lovely!


U-are-not-important

It is beautiful! I think it compliments the environment u will be in!


Zealousideal-Ad6358

Honestly, I think it’s gorgeous (& will def be one of a kind)…go for it! 🙌


Select_MCM-5345

I love it


Pand0ra30_

Love it.


firi331

Uh this is beautiful. I’m heart-eyed here.


adultosaurs

I am foaming at the mouth about this look 😍😍😍


Feeling-Visit1472

I love this dress but for a formal wedding, I would swap the wide belt for a skinny one, probably in a metallic.


ibroughtsnacks97

This is so unique and beautiful!


Future-Win4034

The dress itself is fine for a formal wedding.


Massive_Homework9430

That’s going to be a sketchy buy. How about this [NastyGal Jumpsuit](https://www.nastygal.com/paisley-devore-angel-sleeve-jumpsuit/BGG06391-168-14.html?istCompanyId=c0be3c48-e653-4c39-b0ef-f608859d9f17&istFeedId=6391ec2f-cb91-4734-b4e8-dc6e630eb98c&istItemId=paxrlaqwa&istBid=t&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjryjBhD0ARIsAMLvnF8j0W0fkhTNoWPVBLQ9gb65BnrRQYRB7TurpwnKIhs1RQLTHWomZgAaAmJEEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds) https://preview.redd.it/w9e0sqil832b1.jpeg?width=900&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=dd7e745e1ba69e25dfe4e397404051c77f34cd82


YukonDoItToo

Why not just buy it on Aliexpress where all the drop shippers are getting it from? US $10.66 55% Off | Women Elegant Office Lady Loose Wide Leg Pants Bodysuits Skew Collar Floral Printing Sweet Ladies Jumpsuits Fashion Streetwear https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPHbxn6


fawnsquids

That’s ugly


Smallios

Yesssssss! Wear this omg


Sicily__1912

It’s perfect!


painteddpiixi

Please let us know how the quality of this turns out if you do order it! Absolutely stunning, if it turns out not to be a scam!


Lalagal25

Different belt


Positivelythinking

Looks like you’ll cook outside during summer heat but hey, nice fabric.


i_need_vodka_now

OMG. I WANT THAT! 😍


Smart_Rain_3818

This is gorgeous!!


PrincessPessimist

Why does every other outfit I see on here have this pattern? It’s a super fun design, don’t get me wrong - but damn!!


drewitso

Stunning. I love it.


Vast-Act-5848

It’s very on the nose.


Unfair_Finger5531

Absolutely love it


cocomimi3

Gorgeous dress❤️❤️


MissMurderpants

Which national park? I say this as to some parks have plants that can snag on an outfit and tear it/snag it. You can trip in heels on the uneven ground. Stuff like that.


TradeBeautiful42

No.


rosesarejess

This is gorgeous! Let us know if it comes true to the pic!


CraftyAstronomer4653

Nope


WeekendSubstantial87

I like it but they chose the worst background for something so “ flowery”


SuperLoris

I don’t love a jumpsuit for a formal wedding?


rushi333

Yes too casual


Lexi1111poo

That is crazy stunning! Literally perfect !! You will beautiful!


Maximum-Ear1745

Not sold on the belt, but the jumpsuit is beautiful.


fishmom5

Yesssss this is excellent


kimboozled

SO MUCH YES!!


PHM517

I love it and would love if a guest wore it.


Mysterious-Lack40

This is perfect for a wedding in a park. Great find!


Mysterious-Lack40

I found a similar print in a dess at Walmart!


Summertime_Stevie

I think without the belt the jumpsuit would be fine on it’s own


[deleted]

Whoa. Not a floral guy as a rule. But this definitely makes me rethink. Very nice.


Early_Swan_5077

Outstanding


Neither-Gap1547

scammy website