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Lady Lace Sequin Gown by Carmen Marc Valvo

Lady Lace Sequin Gown by Carmen Marc Valvo

Lady Lace Sequin Gown by Carmen Marc Valvo

Lady Lace Sequin Gown by Carmen Marc Valvo

Carmen Marc Valvo

Lady Lace Sequin Gown

Rental $135 Retail $1275

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Stun the crowd in this Carmen Marc Valvo gown. You'll exude classic red carpet elegance at your next black tie event- get ready to strike a pose! For the ultra starlight look go with the Tom Binns Crystal Ellis Glamour Necklace and Whiting & Davis' Silver Mesh Clutch.

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Black lace over nude silk with patterned beading(100% nylon; lining: 100% silk). Cowl neckline. Cowl back. Hook-and-eye closure. Hidden side zip. Imported. See size and fit tab for length.

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This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size up for backup. (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized 2-12.

BUST: Great for any cup size - fitted at bust and can not be worn with a standard strapless bra due to exposed back
WAIST: Fitted - fitted at natural waist
HIPS: Fitted - fitted at hips with flared skirt below hips
LENGTH: Floor length - Two lengths available. Regular measures 58'' from shoulder to hem (recommended for heights 5'1''-5'6'') and long measures 61'' from shoulder to hem(recommended for heights 5'6''-5'11''.

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a NuBra due to exposed back
FABRIC: Fabric has no stretch
GREAT FOR: Apple, Athletic, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types

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Haley

Top Contributor

Age: 27

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 140 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

May 8, 2013

Felt like a celebrity!!

Size worn: 6L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The dress arrived on time. I also ordered the 8L, which I would have worn except the tan slip was almost 10 inches longer than the black slip. This didn't look good at all so I decided to go with the 6L. The 6 fit fine, but the 8 was just a little more comfortable. Overall, I was VERY happy with the look and felt wonderful in the (6L) dress. I didn't wear a bra with this dress, just Flower Petals and it looked great. I wore a 3" heel and the dress was shorter than I would have liked but still worked well. If you are over 5'7", I would definitely recommend the long. Even if I'd worn flats I would have wanted the Long.

Camille

Top Contributor

Age: 34

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 36A

Apr 30, 2013

Beautiful, elegant, classy

Size worn: 10R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I had a baby 3 weeks ago and was in the groom's party of a formal wedding, so I needed something beautiful that would fit my postpartum body. This dress was absolutely perfect. I am only 5'3 and this dress is cut fairly short compared to other RTR gowns, so it was great for me in the regular length, no risk of tripping as I walked down the aisle. I wore a nursing bra with a bra extender so that the back strap wouldn't show and it was fine, the material is also totally fine for going braless. A great choice if you're looking for something sexy and sophisticated.

Renee

Top Contributor

Age: 27

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 122 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34B

Mar 13, 2013

The dress was great! There wasn't much difference between a 2 and a 4

Size worn: 2R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

I used this dress for a 20's themed, dressed it up with white gloves and a head piece

Amy

Top Contributor

Age: 32

Height: 5' 4"

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34A

Feb 10, 2013

So elegant!

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress was really lovely. The back was stunning, and the fit was perfect for me. The length worked well with 3 inch heels, though I wouldn't go any higher for my height. The only issue I had was with the nude color underskirt, which hung down just a bit on the bottom under the black layer. I taped it up on the inside, though, and it stayed. Not a big problem. I got several compliments through the night, as usual with these RTR dresses, and I really hate to send the dress back!

Jenna

Age: 28

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 36A

Jan 14, 2013

Fabulous Look!

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress was great! I had to use the tape they sent to ensure the shoulder straps didnt fall, which would have beed ok except, it really doesnt look good off the shoulder the way the back is designed. The back of this dress is absolutly stunning, by far my favorite. UPS was late on delivery, not RTR's fault, but caused me to STRESS a bit.

olga

Age: 33

Height: 5' 10"

Weight: 127 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Straight & narrow

Nov 26, 2012

this dress has a beautiful low back cut

Size worn: 2L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress was perfect for the fundraiser that I attended. It looked classic, yet sensual due to the low back cut. The only thing that I did not like is the length, it was a little to short on me and the shoes with the close toe did not look good at all. I ended up wearing nude 4" Jimmy Choo sandals, which sealed the deal.

Lillian

Top Contributor

Age: 31

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34A

Nov 25, 2012

Felt like I had stepped off the set of Boardwalk Empire!

Size worn: 2R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Wore this to a costume party where our theme was Prohibition-era gangsters and molls. I felt so glamorous, and comfortable to boot! Did not wear a bra, since the fabric was heavy enough to hide anything scandalous, and the lining was soft enough that the lace and beads were not itchy or bothersome at all. So gorgeous, and received many compliments!

Leslie

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Age: 47

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 34D+

Nov 11, 2012

Very formal yet comfortable and easy to wear.

Size worn: 8R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

First I have to acknowledge the folks at RTR for getting a dress out to me amidst flooding, power outages and general tragedy and hardship across New York and the entire Northeast after Hurricane Sandy. It is just a dress, after all, and I certainly could have gone without. Thanks for your efforts, and I hope everyone on your team is recovering. On to the dress, then. This dress was my backup, as I really was thinking I wanted to wear the Badgley Mischka Putting on the Ritz sequin dress, which I also ordered in an 8R, but the fit was off; that dress was simply too big and looked very baggy. This Carmen Marc Valvo, however, fit like a dream for the most part, with the sole exception that the shoulder straps did have a tendency to slide down. (If I were less busty, this dress might have been a bit too big as well, although I did not find it too big over the abdomen and hips. It was very comfortable; not too tight.) I wore about 2 inch heels, and the dress fell perfectly just about the ground . . . if I were any shorter, I think it would have dragged. Overall, I was very happy to wear the dress, and felt good in it.

Joanna

Age: 50

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34C

Nov 9, 2012

I felt like a million bucks in this dress

Size worn: 8R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The fabric was so silky - it didn't feel like the typical dresses I would buy for a function in the same price range as the rental for this dress. It was so worth it!

Christine

Top Contributor

Age: 33

Height: 5' 4"

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 36A

Aug 1, 2012

People said I looked like a movie star or model!

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Formal Affair

This is now my new favorite dress I have EVER rented! It is absolutely glorious, transcendant...there aren't enough glowing adjectives to describe it! I don't think any photo can truly do this dress justice...the beading and lace detail is just beautiful in person, and the layers of chiffon and beading fall beautifully over each other. It has that classy, Old Hollywood glamour to it. At the same time, it is extremely and surprisingly comfortable to wear. Even with the beading and sequins, it doesn't feel that heavy.. The inside is fully lined so your skin is shielded from the sequins and you don't get that scratchy feel (as you often do with unlined sequined dresses). I almost felt as comfortable in this dress as I do lounging around in my pajamas at home (although this is obviously much more beautiful!) It is loose fitting so I think I should have ordered a smaller size than I did...I got a larger size than what I usually wear because of the notes that this fabric has no stretch, but could have gone smaller. It also ran slightly long on me (guess I have short legs!) However, those are very, very minor quibbles and wearing this was more than worth it. I had people complimenting me all night about how gorgeous I looked in it! Thank you Rent the Runway for providing this dress at a more affordable price (sorry to say I don't have more than a $1000 to just chuck around...I'd otherwise have to say goodbye to paying rent and living expenses to wear this!)

Amber

Age: 36

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 128 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34B

Jun 26, 2012

Ease of use!

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Fits well, runs just a bit big but is comfortable. I'm 5'7" and couldn't wear heels higher than 1", so get a Long if you want to wear tall heels. I have a bit of a belly due to a recent baby, and this hid the belly well without having to wear spanx. I definitely recommend it!

sarah

Age: 22

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 119 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 32C

Mar 27, 2012

My rep, Neal, was amazing!! I will be renting again because of him. He made sure I had the perfect dress on time and where I needed it to be. I could not have asked for better service or a more accommodating representative.

Size worn: 2L

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Wedding

This dress was not my first choice to wear to my Uncle's black tie wedding. However, I could not have been happier with it. I do think that it could have fit a bit closer to me but even with it being a bit big the fall of the dress was really nice and it moved really pretty. I'm only about 5'5 and got the long size because I like to wear tall heals and it's a good thing i did because it skimmed the ground perfectly. The back is pretty low, but I got away with wearing a strapless bra and just pulled it down in the back. I got so many compliments all night, I felt like Rose from Titanic!

monica

Age: 41

Height: 5' 5"

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 36D

Feb 16, 2012

This was my first time and it was so nice to have a formal dress that your only going to wear once fit and look better then in the picture, was very happy

Size worn: 8R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I always worry when I order anything online for a special event, I have a very large chest and then a regular size 7 body and this dress fit me perfect in every area..

Nancy

Age: 51

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 36B

Dec 7, 2011

Was so easy and felt very beautiful in the dress. Will definitely rent again

Size worn: 8L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

Very elegant, beautiful dress! Would recommend getting your size and then a size down because felt like I almost could have gone a size down. I'm 5"8 and the long was a perfect length.

rebecca

Age: 63

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

May 14, 2013

The dress fit perfectly and was comfortable.

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The fit was true to size and very comfortable. I had to tape the lining which showed below the lace hem. The length was fine with 3" heels.. I had the dress sent directly to the hotel and took along every pair of heels I own.. just in case! The dress arrived on time.

Lindsey

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 128 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34A

Apr 8, 2013

Elegant with gorgeous detail

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress was perfect for a black-tie ball. The detail doesn't come out well in the pictures - it really is beautiful with all of the beading! It felt almost "heavy" to put on, and so luxurious. A great dress!

lyn

Top Contributor

Age: 53

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 155 lbs

Usually wears: 12

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 38C

Mar 27, 2013

The dress fit perfect! I ordered a 12 and a 10....but the 12 was perfect.

Size worn: 12R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This was a really pretty gown! It was perfect for a corporate formal function!

Jasmine

Age: 30

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 139 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34B

Mar 7, 2013

Didn't wear this gown -- the length was too short.

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress is VERY short (hits above the ankle). Thank goodness I had a back-up, because this was for the Presidential Inaugural Ball! I am 5'5, still needed a long in this style (regular length usually fits me just right). If you are over 5 feet tall, order a long. Pretty gown otherwise.

kelley

Age: 46

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 32A

Mar 6, 2013

This was a fabulous dress. I felt like a million dollars! Beautiful neckline.

Size worn: 4L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I wore 5 inch heels and the dress was exactly the right length. I rented a set of crystal bangle bracelts and wore a small diamond and pearl necklace with it. If I had to do it over again I would have rented a more sparkly necklace like the one on the model.. The dress can definitely handle it.

amyfigarelle

Top Contributor

Age: 31

Height: 5' 9"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34C

Feb 11, 2013

Short!

Size worn: 4L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I read the reviews of many dresses, looking for reviews from other tall women to make sure the dress I chose would be long enough, but when this dress arrived, it didn't even skim the tops of my feet! I was so disappointed because the dress was beautiful and it fit well everywhere else. The beading is truly gorgeous and the dress was in great shape, just short.

Kate

Top Contributor

Age: 44

Height: 5' 9"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36B

Jan 28, 2013

Super classy look!

Size worn: 8R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Wore the dress to a formal masquerade ball. Danced in it all night. Loved the fit and very classy look of the dress. Received lots of compliments.

Jenn

Top Contributor

Age: 32

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Apple

Bust size: 34D

Jan 22, 2013

Wasn't impressed!

Size worn: 8R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

NOT a good look if you have a stomach at all. The drape and the beading just drew attention to my stomach. I wouldn't recommend this dress at all. There was just something not right about it.

Victoria

Top Contributor

Age: 19

Height: 5' 8"

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Hourglass

Jan 15, 2013

Wore to National Design Awards Gala

Size worn: 8R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Great fit, so pretty, loved it!

Alice

Age: 62

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 170 lbs

Usually wears: 12

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 38D+

Jan 14, 2013

Pretty, got many comments.

Size worn: 12R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The dress run true to size; was easy to zip up; no difficulty getting in or out of it. My only dislike was the shoulder straps--kept slipping off, which made me feel uncomfortable.

Karen

Age: 53

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 108 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32C

Jan 11, 2013

the dress

Size worn: 2R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

loved it - fit perfectly!

Angela

Top Contributor

Age: 43

Height: 5' 5"

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 36C

Dec 27, 2012

Beware of the beading

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The beading was torn and I couldn't wear this dress for the event. Luckily I had ordered 2 different dresses and the other one was perfect.

Michelle

Top Contributor

Age: 27

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Dec 20, 2012

The beading and intricacy of this dress is straight out of the world of Downton Abbey.

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Pictures of this dress online do not do the dress justice. The beading is exquisite. I felt so elegant wearing this dress to a formal affair in October. It does run a little short, so I would order the longer size if you want the right look. I was able to get away with a regular but I have shorter legs than most people my size.

Kristin

Age: 31

Height: 5' 5"

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Athletic

Dec 16, 2012

Pretty dress, don't love the fit

Size worn: 2R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

Overall this is a nice dress. Unfortunately it didn't wow me as much as some of my other RTR dresses. The dress itself is beautiful but the fit was not exactly what I hoped for. My biggest complaint was how it looked on my torso and upper body. It definitely made me look a little bigger up top (arms, etc.). This may be due to the cut of the neck (it's kind of high so it can make you look a little chunky?) I am 5'5 and wore the 2r with kitten heels so the length worked out fine. I am also pregnant (beginning of 2nd tri) and the dress fit just fine over my tiny baby bump. The beading on the dress is beautiful and I loved the back.

Dawn

Top Contributor

Age: 39

Height: 5' 0"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34C

Nov 27, 2012

This dress was comfortable but made me feel so beautiful.

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I really enjoyed wearing this dress. It was perfect for the black tie wedding we were attending. I'm 5'0 and wore 4 inch heals and it draped the ground nicely. It could have been an inch shorter but I was still pleased to wear it. You do have to get a special bra since the back is so low, but it was well worth it to feel so elegant. I received lots of compliments and truly enjoyed wearing it. This was my first time to rent online and was somewhat nervous. I did have a slight complication with my original first choice becoming unavailable, but the RTR customer service dept were so nice in allowing me to choose another dress and overnight it to me. Thank goodness it fit well and it worked out great. The process to return was so easy, I couldn't believe it. It was a lot of fun to Rent the Runway. I'll do it again.

Ellen

Top Contributor

Age: 59

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 34D

Nov 23, 2012

This dress was perfect for a close friend's daughter's black tie wedding.

Size worn: 8R

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Wedding

I loved this dress but I needed to pin up the shoulder straps and duct-tape (!) the lining in order for the fit to be right. After the adjustments the dress looked stunning on me and I received many compliments.

Sharon

Age: 57

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34C

Mar 10, 2012

Very nice

Size worn: 8R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I ended up wearing one of my own old favorite gowns (was afraid it wouldn't fit, so I got this as backup), but the fit is flattering, it has a pretty back , is comfortable and seems good quality. I just wish I had another event so I could wear this!

Felisia

Age: 24

Height: 5' 10"

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 36B

Mar 9, 2012

well...

Size worn: 4L

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

The circumstances surrounding my selection of this gown were less than favorable (it was not my first or second choice). That being said, I will give the most unbiased review I am capable of :/. I ordered this gown in a 4 Long; while it did fit in the body (less a little tightness around the arm area where it zipped), the length of this was waaaaaaay off. The size and fit info suggested that the long length would accommodate up to 5'11''. I'm 5'10'' and this gown BARELY REACHED MY ANKLES. Not only that, the beige lining underneath was noticeably visible probably for two reasons: the gown was just too short, and the lining was just too long. I did what I could with it, but overall I was underwhelmed with this gown. **The "runs small" rating in the overall fit refers to the length.

Lissa

Top Contributor

Age: 53

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Feb 26, 2012

Perfect Dress!

Size worn: 8L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I'm 5'7", slender build but with cleavage and the dress fit me perfectly. It has beautiful beading around the top and the back has a nice reveal. I got compliments all evening on how beautiful the dress was. It's a very classy dress. Lightweight and the Long size worked well for me even in 2-1/2" heels.

Sammi

Age: 38

Height: 5' 8"

Usually wears: 12

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36C

Feb 24, 2012

Beautiful dress but too short

Size worn: 12R

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Formal Affair

The dress is so elegant with beautiful beading, but runs a bit large and for me was way too short. I am a true size 12. Ordered the 12R because 12L not available and it was very short - mid calf length. I also had ordered the 10L which fit fine but was also short hitting right above ankles. Returned both.

Hope

Age: 46

Height: 5' 5"

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 36B

Feb 16, 2012

Stunning

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

Loved it! It was like it was made for me! Will definately order from you again. I got it to wear at my sons wedding. The most comfortable elegant dress I have ever worn! Thank you so much for making it so easy. I hated to send it back.

Stephanie

Age: 48

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Feb 7, 2012

Fabulous gown!!

Size worn: 4L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress fit perfectly! The layers fell so nicely over one another, and the lace and sequins beading were beautiful! I received tons of compliments!

Aime

Age: 43

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 157 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Jan 2, 2012

Loved it

Size worn: 10R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress is true to size. It fit perfectly.

Judith

Age: 38

Height: 5' 1"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32D+

Dec 31, 2011

This is a head turner!

Size worn: 2R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I took a chance with this dress length, since I'm very petite. The length was an inch or two too long, but with high heels and a little cheating it up on stairs and in crowds, it was fantastic. Although the style is subtle and sophisticated (read: not flashy), it's obvious that this is a stunning and high-quality dress. I received a ton of compliments.

E. G.

Age: 50

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36A

Dec 14, 2011

Loved It!

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Based on the stylists notes I chose the R rather than the L. At 5'7" and wearing 4" heels the dress was a good length for me especially with dancing. Underfabric is a gorgeous satin that felt terrific! Really a great dress!

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