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Riviera Shirt Dress WH471
$148.00

Our popular, Fifties inspired dress has been updated with new colours and a contrast stripe detail on the cuff and placket.

  • 97% cotton 3% elastane
  • Machine washable
  • Flattering fitted shape through bust and waist with a full skirt
  • ¾ length sleeves
  • Length finishes below knee
  • Detachable self fabric belt
  • Button fastening at front
  • Imported
Body Measurements  (inches)
US24681012141618
Bustup to 3232-33½34-35½36-3737½-3939½-4141½-4343½-45½46-48
Waistup to 2525-26½27-2828½-3030½-3232½-3434½-36½37-3939½-41
Hipup to 33½33½-3535½-3737½-3939½-4141½-4343½-45½46-4848½-51
Garment Measurement  (inches)
 2 PET2 R4 PET4 R4 L6 PET6 R6 L8 PET
Front length37½4037½40¼43¼37¾40½43½38
Chest circumference333334½34½34½36¼36¼36¼37¾
Front neck drop99
Waist circumference27½27½29292930¾30¾30¾32¼
Hem circumference89¾89¾91¼91¼91¼93939394½
Sleeve length1617½1617¾17¾16¼181816½
 8 R8 L10 PET10 R10 L12 R12 L14 R14 L
Front length414438¼41½44½4244¾42½45¼
Chest circumference37¾37¾39¾39¾39¾41¾41¾4444
Front neck drop1010
Waist circumference32¼32¼34¼34¼34¼36¼36¼38½38½
Hem circumference94½94½96½96½96½98½98½100¾100¾
Sleeve length181816¾18¼18¼18½18½18¾18¾
 16 R16 L18 L
Front length42¾45¾46¼
Chest circumference46½46½48¾
Front neck drop101010
Waist circumference414143¼
Hem circumference103103105½
Sleeve length191919¼

REVIEW SUMMARY

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4.2

(based on 60 reviews)

84%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great design (48)
  • Comfortable (47)
  • Well made (34)
  • Practical (29)
  • Durable (20)

Cons

  • Poor fit (9)

Best Uses

  • Wear to work (40)
  • Casual wear (32)
  • Special occasions (13)
  • Night out (9)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      85% 

      (39 reviews)

      Feels too large

       
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Classic dresser (32), Casual dresser (13), Trendy/stylish dresser (9)
    • Comfort vs Style:
    • Comfort driven (31), Style driven (20)

Reviewed by 60 customers

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2.0

I wanted to love this dress..but....

By US dress lover

from Pennsylvania USA

Pros

  • Well Made

Cons

  • Poor Fit

Best Uses

    I really wanted to love this dress. It looks fantastic on the model. It looked very trendy and I was excited to get it. It looked very matronly on me. I am an 8-10 (36-29-37) and this made me look fat. If I had kept it I would have had to add a snap at the bust as it was tight there. Oh well.

    • Age:
    • 35-44 yrs old
    • Sizing:
    • Feels too small
     
    5.0

    Amazing dress

    By lopira

    from post falls, id

    About Me Classic Dresser

    See all my reviews

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Great Design
    • Practical
    • Retains Shape
    • Washes Well
    • Well Made
    • Wrinkle Resistant

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Night Out
      • Special Occasions
      • Wear To Work

      This is one of my favorite dresses! I purchased the navy color a while back before easter and have wore it for easter sunday. I recieved a lot of compliments. I got the 4R and it went just past my knees which is the length I prefer. I am 5.4, 124lbs and 36B bra size. I am hourglass shape with high waist. The dress fit me perfectly and looks just like on the model. I really love this dress, it just looks modest and dressy at the same time. I am a big fan of 50s style clothes. Thank you boden!

      • Age:
      • 25-34 yrs old
      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Comfort vs Style:
      • Comfort Driven
       
      5.0

      Fantastically Fun!

      By Hilary the WaterGirl

      from Bozeman

      About Me Classic Dresser

      See all my reviews

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Great Design
      • Practical
      • Retains Shape
      • Well Made

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Special Occasions
        • Wear To Work

        How fun is this dress? Fun enough to fly around on my 1966 Vespa Super and enjoy the beautiful design of my dress on a summer day. It is classic in its fit and design. I can use this during the work day or attending a garden party. I look forward to wearing this dress, all the time. Well done, Boden!

        • Age:
        • 35-44 yrs old
        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Comfort vs Style:
        • Style Driven
         
        5.0

        Hey, where'd you get that dress?

        By Stylish School Teacher and Mom

        from New York

        About Me Classic Dresser

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Great Design
        • Practical
        • Well Made
        • Wrinkle Resistant

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Special Occasions
          • Wear To Work

          I've worn this dress twice in the past month and have received compliments both times! It's very versatile and was worn to an awards ceremony at work (I'm a teacher)as well as my niece's Communion. I purchased the blue color and paired it with yellow sandals to complement the yellow in the dress. I wear the belt with the striped side out all around and the dress is very flattering for me (thin waist, bigger thighs). I find the dress TTS for me, but was a little nervous about the arms. They might be a little tight on someone else. I am 5'3",130 lbs., 34B and purchased a 6R. I don't think a 6P was available when I purchased (or perhaps not on sale?), otherwise I might have gone with the P for a shorter, above-the-knee length, though the 6R works fine for this modest lady!

          • Age:
          • 35-44 yrs old
          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Comfort vs Style:
          • Style Driven
           
          5.0

          A lovely, versatile dress

          By Efox

          from Atlanta, Georgia

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Great Design
          • Well Made

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Casual Wear
            • Night Out
            • Wear To Work

            I just got this dress, and it is so lovely! It looks great for work, a night out, or even just to look cute while running around town -- it can serve any purpose depending on the shoes you pair with it. It feels very well-made.

            I'm 5'3" 108 lb., and the 4P fit perfectly. It is a little more snug than other Boden dresses I've gotten, but as long as it doesn't shrink with washing, it is perfect.

            The fabric has a little give to it, and the colors are very vibrant. Great job, Boden!

            • Age:
            • 25-34 yrs old
             
            5.0

            Adorable 50's vintage look!

            By Vintageanna

            from Durango, CO

            About Me Casual Dresser

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Durable
            • Great Design
            • Practical
            • Retains Shape
            • Washes Well
            • Well Made
            • Wrinkle Resistant

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Casual Wear
              • Night Out

              This is the cutest 50's style shirt dress! I'm 5"3' and the 8p fit great but I kept the 8r for the length. The 8p was just a little above my knee and the 8r hits a little below. (I'm a cusper on sizes.) The quality and details are fab! It is quite adorable!

              • Age:
              • 45-54 yrs old
              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Comfort vs Style:
              • Style Driven
               
              5.0

              Beautiful!

              By Toomette

              from West Hartford, Connecticut

              About Me Classic Dresser

              See all my reviews

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Great Design
              • Practical
              • Retains Shape
              • Washes Well
              • Well Made
              • Wrinkle Resistant

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear
                • Wear To Work

                Beautiful dress and very well made. It has a flattering fit, I feel pretty in it and I got lots of compliments. I have the Soft Red Flower Pop color and it brightens up any room. While I love the dress, I have to say that it could use a little extra room around the chest and I think the price is too much (I only bought it because it was 50% off).
                Definitely a winner and I will wear it a lot this summer.

                • Age:
                • 35-44 yrs old
                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Comfort vs Style:
                • Comfort Driven

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                3.0

                unflattering fit

                By Kitty, the chocolate lover

                from Ohio

                About Me Classic Dresser

                Pros

                • Beautiful print
                • Comfortable

                Cons

                • Bad Design
                • Poor Fit

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear
                • Wear To Work

                Daughter and granddaughter urged me to buy this dress since we all liked it on the model; however, my usual size (12) hugged my rib cage and the skirt flared out like a rooster tail, resulting in an unflattering silhouette. Tall women will look great in this dress.

                • Age:
                • 65 yrs and older
                • Sizing:
                • Feels too small
                • Comfort vs Style:
                • Comfort Driven
                 
                4.0

                Simply classic with a bit of edge

                By Professional Dresser

                from Silicon Valley

                About Me Classic Dresser

                See all my reviews

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Durable
                • Great Design
                • Practical

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Casual Wear
                  • Wear To Work

                  I love the design with the added ribbon edging to give it just enough of an update to the classic style. The fit was comfortable in general except the sleeves were a bit tight as it ended above the elbow for me versus below the elbow on the model.

                  • Age:
                  • 45-54 yrs old
                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Comfort vs Style:
                  • Comfort Driven
                   
                  5.0

                  Love it!

                  By Robyn

                  from Boston

                  About Me Trendy/Stylish Dresser

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Great Design

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Casual Wear
                    • Wear To Work

                    The color combination is great! The details really add visual interest. The fit is great on an (my) hourglass shape. The belt is lovely and can be worn in the contrasting pattern. I wore it to work and got many compliments!

                    My one critique is the that the chest is a bit small and the buttons pull a very little bit (I am well endowed 36D-DD).

                    Love it!

                    • Age:
                    • 35-44 yrs old
                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Comfort vs Style:
                    • Style Driven

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