Patagonia Women's Morning Glory Dress

Great Summer Dress
March 13, 2012

I rarely wear dresses because they are either too dressy, confining, hard to pack, not versatile enough for travel. This dress (I bought the black) is a great exception As others have noted, it can be dressed down with flip flops, funky jewelry and look great for shopping the outdoor markets or the beach. Add heels and some dressy jewelry and maybe a silky wrap of some kind and it would work for more formal occasions. The fabric is soft and stretchy, and as a knit should pack well. The fit is true to size for me--I am 5-5, about 130lbs, 34B and the S fits well. I have a high waist, and did need to tie the halter pretty tight and high to get the fit and "lift" for the girls just right. But that made the ties in the back longer, and they look really pretty and flattering like that. My only complaint is that many of the colors are sold out in size small, and I was really hoping to buy a second in a bright color!

gross color
October 05, 2011

So, I'm in the awful position of being too large for a medium and too small for the large. I own the morning glory dress, the older style, and liked that one. This style is better to wear with a cardigan, but I picked the coral color and it is terrible. A hazard orange that I can't imagine would look good on anyone. I've reordered the dress in large and in black. I'm 5'8'' and 150 lbs.

September 28, 2011

I was a little hesitant to buy a halter dress with my shape but was pleasantly surprised at the fit of this dress. We are headed to Arizona and can't wait to wear it. Great quality.

Best Dress for Concerts, Weddings, Park Days!
August 31, 2011

I abso-fricki-lutely LOVE this dress!! I get sooo many compliments on it! Everytime I wear it, I tell people what kind of dress it is and where to find it: altrec.com of course!! I have it in 2 colors, the pink and blue. Pink's my fav but the blue is growing on me. So comfy and you never have to worry about it being too wrinkled! Great find!

Just a really great dress
June 20, 2011

- travels well but wrinkles a bit in the luggage (so wear it on the plane!) - can adjust cleavage level by adjusting the tie at the neck - very versatile - can be dressed up or down - the fit is really near perfect - material is very comfortable, breathes well, and wears well - the length is great for tall gals (I'm 5'10")

The perfect dress!
May 21, 2011

This is a flattering, comfortable, elegant and sexy! Just change shoes, and this dress will fit for all occasions! I love it so much, I am thinking of getting one more!!!

go to travel dress.
May 16, 2011

I love my new dress. The fit is flattering - I am 5'6", 138 lbs and I got the medium. I can see wearing this during the day and then dressing it up with a fun wrap and accessories. I will travel internationally with this dress and hope to wash it in the sink and let dry out.

Comfortable Dress!
May 12, 2011

This is a very comfortable dress! The fit is very flattering too. I am 5'7 and about 140 and the medium fits me well. It was a little low cut at first but I was able to fix that by adjusting the halter tie. I think the legth is a little long, it comes only very slightly above my knees but it still looks very nice and it wouldn't be difficult at all to hem it 2 inches. The bali blue is beautiful!

I love this dress!
May 01, 2011

Now I just hope we get some warm weather so I can wear it. I bought the blue and I think the color would be flattering on many skin tones. The dress is sexy yet practical at the same time. With a built in bra you don't have to worry about dealing with that while wearing a halter. The fabric hits that right mix of being heavy enough, but not too heavy. I'm 5'6" 125 lbs and the dress in size small fit nicely, and came to my knees. I am thinner through the torso and then a little bigger in the hips, so the style skimmed my body nicely. If you are the same size as I am, but carry more of you weight up top, you might want the medium.

different morning glory dress, but just as great!
April 29, 2011

I was hesitant about trying this dress, as I loved the old morning glory dress style, with the tie at the back instead of the neck. This new style turned out to be just as much of a winner. It is a bit shorter than the previous style, which actually is better. The tie of this one is at the neck, but very comfortable. The fit is true to size and the style is a classic halter. The material is stretchy and not too thin at all. It seems very well made. The blue is a beautiful and vibrant color. I think that it is supportive enough to wear without a bra, making it a great summer dress.

awesome!
April 28, 2011

This dress is super versatile. You can wear it over a swim suit with flip flops or dress it up with heels--either way it will look gorgeous! The material is so soft, but it doesn't look like it will "pill," nor is it too light. I'm 5'4" 125 lbs. and the medium fits just perfectly, hitting right at mid-knee. The Storm color is even better in person--kind of blue-gray, really pretty. Even though there is no internal bra, the cut of the dress (high empire waist) provides a bit of support.

Short length is better
March 21, 2011

I love this dress - fits beautifully and flatters more than the longer length. The new length is perfect for me at 5'3", might be too short for taller ladies. The fabric is thinner than in past years so it may not be as durable, and is probably a bit less forgiving of figure flaws. I will definitely order another one.

Great Dress
March 15, 2011

This dress is comfortable and fits well. It has a bit of a sporty look in the front, but the back is a little more formal. Can dress it up or down. Beautiful color.

Worth every penny
November 12, 2010

This dress is awesome. I read the reviews online before buying it and everything was true....the dress is comfortable, well-made and extremely versatile. I plan to bring this dress as my one "dress-up" outfit on our upcoming trip to Southeast Asia for 5 weeks. Buy this dress- it is worth every penny

Such a cool comfy dress
November 10, 2010

This dress is great!! You can dress it up and wear it out at night or throw flip flops on and wear it to the park. It is very comfortable and flattering. It fits very nice on top and the bottom gives you room to move but still look good. I love it!!!!

Best dress I've ever bought
October 25, 2010

This dress is fabulous! It looks great, feels great, is pretty true to size - a little big up top (and I'm a little big up top myself) but nothing that can't be fixed with a quick alteration. I loved it so much I bought another one in a different color. I have yet to be disappointed with Patagonia, and this dress is no exception. It can be dressed up or down, great for a variety of occasions.

awesome dress
October 23, 2010

Great fit and fabric! Can be dressed up or super casual. The Medium fit great 5'7" 135 lbs 34C. I will definitely consider another next summer as it is an easy travel dress and good priced.

functional & elegant
September 22, 2010

summer wear and works for chilly days too with a jacket or sweater. Fabric drapes nicely, feels good too.

Excellent anytime dress
September 09, 2010

I first bought the dress in black, I loved it so much I recently bought two more dresses. The fusion sunset (note: it is actually orange-not the red hue as it appears online) and the Earthenwear. The fabric is so soft and comfy and very sexy too. A pashmina can really dress it up and it looks great as a beach dress too. Very versatile - certainly a must have! I am 5'10" and I normally wear a size 8 or 10 and the medium fits great. Lots of room in the seat area due to the A-frame style. Hope you enjoy your Patagonia morning glory dress as much as I do.

the best
August 27, 2010

I don't wear skirts EVER but for traveling, I always throw one in my bag "just in case." Well, this has become THE skirt - can you believe, I just bought a second one! It worked for a beach wedding, a night in a ski town (in the summer of course) and "fancy pizza" in the WA backwoods - nothing like it! A must have!

COMFORTABLE AS MY FAVORITE NIGHT GOWN!
August 17, 2010

THIS DRESS WAS THE MOST COMFORTABLE OF ALL THE STYLES I TRIED. THE SLEEK FABRIC DRAPES BEAUTIFULLY AND IS THICK ENOUGH TO PRESERVE MODESTY AND GIVE SOME SUPPORT, YET NOT TOO HEAVY. AVAILABLE IN COLORS THAT ARE VERY RICH AND CLASSY. AS A SIZE 14 WOMAN, I FOUND THE XL TO BE A FLATTERY FIT.

Fits like a glove
August 14, 2010

I love this dress because it's both slimming and form-fitting. Something about the fit is just very flattering and sexy, without being too revealing. Keep in mind that the length is actually quite long (past the knees). Overall a worthwhile purchase!

slimming, extremely comfortable dress!
August 03, 2010

This is my first purchase at Altrec. I am 5'4', 145 lbs., and the medium was a little snug, so the Large is my size. I love the fabric, which is silky and yet not revealing. It drapes gracefully, and swings. The blue color is delicious!

slimming, extremely comfortable dress!
August 03, 2010

This is my first purchase at Altrec. I am 5'4', 145 lbs., and the medium was a little snug, so the Large is my size. I love the fabric, which is silky and yet not revealing. It drapes gracefully, and swings. The blue color is delicious!

great
August 03, 2010

Love,Love this dress. I have had many heads turn wearing this.The fit is perfect for me as I have broad shoulders and no waist.The only thing I had to do was shorten the length.The fabric is very comfortable and keeps you cool in the humid weather.The colors are true to what is shown.

Great fit
July 30, 2010

Dress fits really well - The Northern Light color is great too.

Nice but not for me
June 29, 2010

I give this dress 4 stars even though I sent it back, because I think it has the potential to be very flattering, and it is well-made. As is usual with Patagonia, I'm sometimes in between sizes, which leads to neither a small nor a medium fitting perfectly. I'm 5'8", 135lb, 34b; lean but muscular build. In this dress, the small felt a little tight, and the medium felt like too much fabric in the bodice area. Both fit fine in the bust. The main issue though is that I have broader climbing shoulders, and the thicker straps stemming from the bust area accentuate the broadness of my shoulders in an unflattering manner. It's too bad, because this is a great dress that has wonderful versatility, and I had such high hopes I'd love it in every way, based upon so many other positive reviews.

love the dress
June 23, 2010

I just received my morning glory dress. Love the fabric. I travel lots for work and pleasure, no iron needed!The support of "bra top" is a big plus! I would recommend this product

Good quality and material!
May 31, 2010

Overall quality is better than expected as well as material which is soft to the touch!

Good quality and material!
May 31, 2010

The material was softer than expected. Feels good on a warm day. Overall quality is better than I thought it might have been from the picture.

Great dress
May 04, 2010

I'm on my 4th one, comfortable, looks great, sporty and easy to wash. Wish they had more colors :-)

Beautiful
April 29, 2010

I just got the Northern Light Morning Glory dress, to add to my collection of five or so of the same dresses in other colors. The color is great -- my new favorite. What can I say about this dress that hasn't already been said? I wish it didn't have that knot in back that looks goofy under sweaters, because then I could wear this dress all year round. It is incredibly flattering, though I can see how some might find it a bit low cut in the chest. Although there are some Patagonia dresses in which a medium is too small for me (Margot and Eva Luna), the Morning Glory fits me perfectly in medium -- probably because the back is open and my broad back and shoulders are the main issue with the others. I am 5'9", 145 lbs., muscular build with broad shoulders and not much of a waist. But even at 40 after 3 kids, I feel pretty in this dress!

Beautiful
April 29, 2010

I just got the Northern Light Morning Glory dress, to add to my collection of five or so of the same dresses in other colors. The color is great -- my new favorite. What can I say about this dress that hasn't already been said? I wish it didn't have that knot in back that looks goofy under sweaters, because then I could wear this dress all year round. It is incredibly flattering, though I can see how some might find it a bit low cut in the chest. Although there are some Patagonia dresses in which a medium is too small for me (Margot and Eva Luna), the Morning Glory fits me perfectly in medium -- probably because the back is open and my broad back and shoulders are the main issue with the others. I am 5'9", 145 lbs., muscular build with broad shoulders and not much of a waist. But even at 40 after 3 kids, I feel pretty in this dress!

love the fabric
April 20, 2010

So far I really like this dress. The fabric feels great on my skin and I think it will keep me comfortable in hot weather. Love the tie at the back so you can get a more customized fit.

I now have two!!!
April 15, 2010

Wonderful, beautiful dress!!! I bought one, tried it on and immediately ordered another in a different color!!

black morning glory patagonia
April 07, 2010

This is the PERFECT little black dress, you can wear it to work, date night, and is even great for hikes. It's comfortable, classy, and very convenient.

awesome dress
April 06, 2010

this dress is flattering and fun. it's lightweight and comfortable, yet nice enough for more formal occasions. i'm wearing it for a bridesmaid's dress!

My favorite dress(es)!
April 03, 2010

Okay, I now have 4 of these dresses, all in different colors. I love them because they are sporty and go great with Chacos, but with the right earrings and sandals, they can be quite a bit dressier, too. I like the adjustable back tie-- it is sometimes tighter, sometimes looser, depending on how I'm feeling that day. The neck is wide and soft enough that it doesn't get annoying after a few hours like some halter dresses do. In addition, I don't need a bra since this dress is nice and supportive throughout. The best part, though, is the fabric. I LOVE going to music festivals and concerts in the summer. I can get this dress wet (water, beer, playing in the river, whatever) and it dries really quickly. I am 5'7" and about 135 pounds-- but broad-shouldered--and am very happy with a medium. My friends tell me that this dress is SEXY! A+!

Amazing dress
March 26, 2010

I was most concerned about fit with this dress so I ordered a medium and a small and ended up sticking with the small. I'm 5'6", 138lbs and my chest is on the larger side. The small hugged my hips/stomach a bit better than the medium which looked slightly tent-like. The tie-back design is amazing for providing support and the halter doesn't dig into my neck like most halter styles. The dress hit just a bit below knee length which is perfect for me. I highly recommend this dress for someone who wants an easy, go-to outfit for casual and dressy events alike.

Comfortable dress!
March 17, 2010

This is a great dress, very comfortable - both the fabric and the cut. I was slightly disappointed at first because I ordered the fusion sunset because it looked red in the picture but when I received it, the dress l was orange. However, I exchanged it for the the northern lights color which looks very nice.