Customer Reviews Columbia Freezer™ III Dress
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73%"Felt true to size"
100%"Felt true to width"
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I was hoping for a nice casual dress that could be dressed up or down, but I sent this back immediately. First, it was made of bathing suit material--that kind of stretchy polyester, which, in my mind, should only be on bathing suits. It was also small and tight (and usually this brand is large on me--I ordered this in an XL and it was horrible, while often I can wear Large in Columbia stuff). It looked like I was wearing a very unflattering long bathing suit. Maybe if you're very young and very thin this can be pulled off, but I am middle aged, not thin and wouldn't even wear this as a bathing suit. Back it went.
LC, Zappos Customer,
65 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love this material--soft and flowing and a bit stretchy. Takes up hardly any space in my bag. Rolled it up; no wrinkles after 8-hr flight. Spilled ice-cream on it and was able to wipe it off with wet napkin--no stain. Didn't need to wash it (I am on vacation, after all!). I am 5'3" and 145, and the dress looked great on me. No awkward bulges or fabric-pulling. Went to Hawaii, where I was afraid the dress would be too hot in the humidity and heat, and wouldn't breathe, but the dress was very cool to wear. No sweating. I like that the dress provides SPF protection. Nice neckline--bent over while beach-combing, and didn't have to worry about showing anything to the world up front. I didn't wear a bra, and the fabric was heavy enough in the bust area to "block" any little, shall we say, "bumps" showing. I was so happy with the drape and coolness of this dress that I went back bought it in black and the other blue and green colors. It was very easy to dress it up with jewelry and a wrap when going out to nice restaurants. I saw a comment about s/o thinking it was "bathing suit material," but I must politely disagree: the fabric is luscious to the touch (and wear), and not at all flimsy. It is so much better than the all-cotton dresses I have used on Hawaii trips in the past (like the ones from Royal Robbins, which are great, but they are pretty thick and show wrinkles). When they make more patterns/colors, I'll buy some more! I intend to wear these at home this summer for going everywhere--throw it on and go. Cooler than capris.
I'd also recommend:
Royal Robbins
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
34 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This is one of my favorite lightweight dresses to bring on vacation. When you are deciding what to bring and want to pack lightly, every choice has to count. The neckline is not low like a lot of dresses and the straps cover nicely over a bra strap and under the arms. I will even wear this without a jacket. Length is great even when you are sitting down. One reviewer talked of the material being like a "bathing suit" and I almost didn't buy it because of that. The lightweight material has been perfect for my trips to Florida and Italy. Rolls up nicely, taking up little room and doesn't wrinkle. I wear it frequently during the warmer days here in the Northwest also as I love simple dresses to throw on. I recently bought the Black Hawaiian print and was very excited to get it. However, the "green" color is somewhat muted and muddy and not the teal color I had hoped for. I may still decide to keep it as the "perfect" sundress is extremely hard to find especially for discriminate shoppers like me!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
30 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
I got this dress in the black and a blue print. For whatever reason, I preferred the black in XS and the blue in S. I'm in between sizes and i guess I thought the black was more fitted and I could dress it up in the evening, but the blue was more a comfortable day dress so I preferred it a bit looser. I'm referring to the fit of the bodice. The skirt part is great and hits me just above the knee. I'm 5'4 and 115 lbs.
Linda, Zappos Customer,
19 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Perfect length above the knee, modest enough neck line while still showing off shoulders, hits in all the right places and not in the less desirable ones, great material to go from home to beach to a walk or casual outdoor restaurant. I wanted a sundress for a beach vacation, and I will get lots of use out of this in my outdoorsy Colorado summer, too. I am 5'4", 140 lbs., medium is perfect. Love it!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
17 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I ordered several dresses to find one that would work well for our upcoming travels. I wanted an easy to pack, no wrinkle and multi-use summer dress. This dress fits the bill; super comfortable, takes up very little space in the luggage and won't wrinkle no matter what. I will wear it out for day trips and dress it up in the evening; an effortless transition piece. I am 5'6" and 150lbs size 34DDD bra and the medium is the perfect size for me. Note: at 50 yrs old I'm not into showing bare arms and shoulders and this dress pairs nicely with my light summer shrugs and cardigans. Hope this review helps!
Lynn, Zappos Customer,
16 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Columbia
I am 5' 2 and weigh 130 lbs. I ordered my normal size (medium) as I do not like super clingy clothing. This dress is the perfect length, hitting just above the knee, and it fits like a dream. I have received so many compliments when I've worn it. Loved it so much I orderd a second one in a different color. Perfect for wearing around the house to keep cool and for that outdoor barbecue during the hot summer months.
Kimommie,
6 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love it! Bought three...fit great size small - 5’4”
Perfect for over swimsuit - flows over body perfectly - not too tight or too baggy.
Like the seam under bust to keep it from looking like a tent. May not work as well in the very large chested-I’m 36A-B
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
6 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Runs SmallRuns Large
Love this dress. Perfect length. Nice for daytime wear with comfy sandals. Great fit, but I did order a size up bc it ran small in bust/underarm area. I'm 5'10", 136 lbs, 34C or D chest. Usually wear small but needed medium. Perfect casual summer dress. Love it!
J., Zappos Customer,
6 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Columbia
Material around armpit stuck out very weird!
Great material very cute dress light weight
but have to return due to a imperfection around
Armpit area!
Kimhope,
6 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I am 5' 7" 140lb and the medium fit perfectly, a little roomy if anything. I tried the black but it looked frumpy so I returned it. I tried a print pattern and it was super cute. Very flowy and not form fitting at all. I finally found a use for the too sheer, white v-neck t-shirt that's been sitting in my closet. I put it on over the dress and knotted it at the waist. Super cute with white sneakers. The dress is definitely made out of a kind of swimsuit material as others have stated. I was worried about this but it is super silky and comfortable. Nice and lightweight for a hot day. And it does not look like swimsuit material, it just feels like it.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
5 found this review helpful.
Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
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I saw another reviewer mention an issue with armhole fit, and had the same issue. The dress is defective. One front strap is 1/2 inch narrower than the other and it gapes at the lower armhole. I was bummed because I liked the color snd fabric but quality was not there. I may try another dress. I am usually a size 8 and found the Large fit better then the medium.
Ann, Zappos Customer,
5 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Such a great dress-love the material and the blue macaw pattern is perfect for warm weather. This fits true to size. I also ordered the blue impulse Hawaii but wasn’t expecting all the yellow, picture attached for reference.
Amber, Zappos Customer,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I am 5’9” and 140lbs. The small fits perfectly. This is such a comfortable dress and seems perfect for days spent in warmer climates. It hits just above the knee and doesn’t hug any “problem areas”. I purchased one in black and one in coastal blue.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Verified Purchase
Runs SmallRuns Large
Order one size up. If you are a C or D cup the seam that is supposed to be at the base of your bra will still be higher, but the dress will fit. Most of these sports/athletic brands are under the misguided impression that B is as large as they come.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Fab dress if you don't have any sort of tummy
Caroline, Zappos Customer,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great fit! Modest and flattering. I am 5'7 135 lbs and the small fits perfect. I will order another in a different color.
Tammi L, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I’m 5’3” 160lbs, a bit pear shaped. I ordered a medium. This dress is made to be worn outside on a hot day. It’s very comfortable and the fit is flattering.
Elizabeth, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I am so happy with this dress. I bought this in navy blue in XL. I wear a 38C and it fit perfectly. I have a belly and it's not clingy and very flattering. I figured I could use it to go walking and wear it with my sneakers. Never went walking. But wore it out for shopping and breakfast with my sandals and a white linen shirt and it looked very put together. I needed to pack light and this dress folds up into nothing. The only downside to me is that the fabric is polyester and I am trying to wear more sustainable clothing.
Michelle, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at ColumbiaIncentivized Review
This review was submitted as a sweepstakes or contest entry in exchange for an opportunity to win a prize.
The medium size dress is a great fit for me (5'7" and 138 pounds). It is snug where it is supposed to be and flouncy where it is not. I love the pattern and the color I chose, which is opal blue, tropictones. The material of the dress is thick and soft and has a comfortable and breathable feel. It is easy to wash and dry when traveling. Odd name, though. The dress is def not suitable for a freezer. :)
Ulalena,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at ColumbiaIncentivized Review
This review was submitted as a sweepstakes or contest entry in exchange for an opportunity to win a prize.
The dress fit great and was extremely comfortable but I returned it because the color in person is highlighter pink and very fluorescent, not this soft pink shown on the website. I wanted to love this dress but could not get past that garish color!
Emptynester,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This is a great dress for hot Florida summers. I buy this dress every year in whatever new pattern it comes out in. I wear a small but decided I wanted to try a medium and this is just a tad too big so I'm returning it. Being on the water a lot this dress dries very fast if wet (it's like bathing suit material but lighter weight), and it packs down to nothing. I highly recommend.
B, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love this dress! It's comfortable, easy to wear, doesn't wrinkle, and great for the beach or a casual night out. Should flatter most figure types. I live in Florida and I have it in several colors!
Linda, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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This is a nice lightweight summer dress. Flattering fit. I can see why some reviewers compare the material to swimsuit material but it is not as stiff or thick. I like the material - it will be cool on a hot day. I am 5’6” 125, 34A and bought a small. The XS also fit but was a little tighter in the top than I preferred.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Verified Purchase
Great dress for a hot day. Like previous reviewers have said, it is kind of a bathing suit material, but it works. It skims across my hips, doesn’t cling, and is quite flattering and forgiving. Can wear any underwear I want under it. Machine wash and dry. It’s a great travel or every day dress. I’m 5’6” and 130lbs and a medium fits perfectly.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.