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Godiva Gown by CATHERINE DEANE

Godiva Gown by CATHERINE DEANE

Godiva Gown by CATHERINE DEANE

Godiva Gown by CATHERINE DEANE

CATHERINE DEANE

Godiva Gown

Rental $300 Retail $1750

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Exude ethereal beauty in this light and airy gown by Catherine Deane. Exquisite embroidery and pleat detailing will make you feel like a queen for the evening! Pair with delicate accessories like Lisa Freede’s Silver Solitaire Bangle Set and Gerard Yosca’s Pearl Princess Earrings for a sweet evening look.

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Seafoam tulle (100% silk). Sleeveless. Crew neckline with embroidered mesh overlay. Full skirt. Hidden back zipper with hook-and-eye closure. Lined. See size and fit tab for lengths. Imported.

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This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size down for backup (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized: 2 - 10.

BUST: Great for any cup size - comfortable room at bust
WAIST: Fitted - dress fitted throughout midsection
HIPS: Not Fitted - fuller skirt allows comfortable room for full hips
LENGTH: Two lengths available. Regular measures 58'' from shoulder to hem (recommended for heights 5'2''-5'6''), Long measures 61'' from shoulder to hem (recommended for heights 5'7''-5'11'').

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a nubra or no bra - bust has built-in padding.
FABRIC Fabric has no stretch
GREAT FOR: Apple, Athletic, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Petite, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10".)

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purrrrttyinpink

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 7"

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 36B

May 16, 2013

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Size worn: 6L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

This dress was ethereal and stunning! The fabric felt really soft against my skin and the bodice was so beautiful! The only downside to the dress was the buttons in the back, which need to be individually hooked, and you cannot do that alone. The button holes are small, so it takes some effort to get them fastened. But very worth it! Thanks, RTR, for letting me try it on for free!

emilee

Age: 33

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34A

May 12, 2013

UH-MAZING!

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I wore this dress to the james beard awards in NYC, the same night the Met Gala was going on. people on the street were stopping me to ask about the dress. A fashion blogger snapped a pic and later exclaimed on her blog "best dressed of the night!", a reporter stopped us on the red carpet to interview my husband but instead wanted to talk about my dress! The attention this dress brought me seriously caught me off guard. i could not have felt any more beautiful. This dress is elegant, ethereal and apparently eye-catching.. Im 5'7", and wore 4 inch heels. I ordered the 4 regular and it was still a tad long. i was worried about the delicate tulle catching on my heel all night. Also i could have probably gotten away with a 2R because i have such a small bust, but honestly the fit was very comfortable. I didnt want to take it off. and absolutely take the advice of previous reviews~ have someone handy to button up all of the tiny buttons up the spine. I have rented A LOT of gowns from rent the runway and this one is by far my favorite. do yourself a favor ladies, and rent this beauty.

Dina

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Age: 33

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 132 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34D

May 6, 2013

Most beautiful, but fragile dress ever!

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Wedding

This dress is beautiful! It is all tulle overlay. The skirt is not chiffon like you might think from the picture. It has a very serene, vintage feel. The band around the waist is little flat, round silver beads sewed on in rows, and the same beads are used to decorate the embroidery. It has built-in underwire bra cups. I know RtR says this dress fits a whole size small, but that was not my experience with it. I tried on the 6 and it was definitely too big! They overnighted me a different dress since the 4 was not available, but the back-up dress didn't work, and this dress is so beautiful, that I wore it anyway. The 6 fit me perfectly in the other two dresses in my order, so I would say I'm a pretty solid size 6 and that this dress actually runs big. I would recommend sizing down in your back-up dress! Also, the dress is really long! I am 5'3" and wore shoes with a 6" heel in order to get it to the length you see in my pictures. Turns out, once you get the front of the dress up off the ground, it has a little sweep train in the back, which was a fun surprise but a logistical challenge! The silk tulle is very fragile and I was constantly worried about stepping on it and tearing it, so this dress is definitely best for an event where you intend to look regal while mostly standing or sitting still. It is not right for an event where you intend to mingle a lot or dance! I really loved wearing the dress, although I would have felt much more comfortable in the 4. As always, RtR customer service was AMAZING in getting me alternatives and trying to solve the sizing problem!

Tricia

Age: 28

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 142 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 36A

Apr 23, 2013

Spring goddess takes the dance floor!

Size worn: 6L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

What you need to know: you must have someone to button the dozen plus buttons on the back of this dress for you If you are a girl 5ft 7 and over rent the Long version That being said if you are taller than 5ft 8 dont expect to be able to wear heels with the dress The chiffon fabric is thin and delicate and could tear on a high heel easily (I wore 3inch wedges)

yuli

Age: 37

Height: 5' 7"

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Mar 27, 2013

this dress made my night

Size worn: 6L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

fits perfectly, a bit long, so plan on a very high heel

Dani

Age: 33

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34B

Mar 25, 2013

I got so many compliments I was embarrassed. This dress is drop dead gorgeous!

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress wasn't perfect for me, yet I went with it. My usual size, 4R, was too big in this dress. And way too long. The 2R fit very well but was still long, even with 3' heels. I wore it anyway because I loved it so much and it fit so well otherwise. I was a little worried someone would step on the back of the dress - it's longer than the front. Didn't need a bra, it's very supportive. As someone else said, don't rent this dress if you're not going to have help getting into it - the zipper is hard to get up and there are lots of buttons. All in all, I guess no one noticed the length, because all anyone could say was how beautiful the dress was. I had people coming up to me the whole night.

Jennifer

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Age: 36

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 133 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Mar 12, 2013

Delicate, Graceful, Classic

Size worn: 4L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Loved this dress, felt heavenly on, got amazing comments all night. It was a big band theme, and the 40s hair and makeup sealed the deal. MAKE SURE you have help to get the dress on-- there are 19 buttons that a second set of hands will be required to manage. Also, i didn't wear a bra, no need- im a 34C. I went with L but a R would have been fine on my 5-7 frame--- even with heels on the L was lonnnggg. Thank you RTR for being amazing!

Katie

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Age: 23

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 112 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34C

Mar 4, 2013

STYLIST REVIEW!

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

I loved this gown and wish I could have made it work for my event. The detail on the dress is stunning! If only I was just a few inches taller! Sadly it was just too long, I am 5'2-5'3 and I had on 5 inch heels and it was still dragging to the point where I was worried I would accidentally rip the dress. However, if you are 5'4 or taller I would HIGHLY recommend this dress! Make sure you are not getting ready alone though because there are about 10-12 buttons on the back of the dress which one can't do alone! LOVED though!

alyson

Age: 27

Height: 5' 5"

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

May 10, 2013

A women told me she saw my dress from across the room and that is was the best she saw at the party!

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The dress was stunning. Such a beautiful shade of mint and the intricate embroidery made it truly one of a kind. The top fitted part (not the overlay) ran the tiniest bit big, but with the overlay everything was held nicely in place. Overall the shape was very comfortable and flattering since it flows out from the waste. Wore it with 4'' heels and the length was perfect. Would absolutely rent again.

Jen

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Age: 18

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34B

Apr 28, 2013

Buttons and overlay, beautiful!

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

This dress caught my eye and even though I'm not a huge fan of the color I had to rent it for a photo shoot I was doing. When I took it out of the bag I was slightly disappointed, it looked cheaper than I imagined but was still super pretty.The length was perfect for wearing 3.5in heels. The fabric for the skirt of the dress is not the silk chiffon I wish it were. The hem would catch on my heels if I wasn't careful of how I walked. The back is dramatic, the long line of buttons with the sheerness is breathtaking. I wouldn't rent this dress again but I'm not sorry about renting it one time.

Nancy

Age: 37

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Apr 24, 2013

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Size worn: 4L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

To be honest. I didn't like the material at all. The bottom of the dress looked very tattered. I didn't end up wearing the dress.

Flyadastra

Age: 23

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34B

Apr 23, 2013

Perfectly elegant!

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I loved it. I felt like a beauty queen in this dress, and everyone kept complimenting me. Looks exactly like the picture. The material is so soft and flowy, and the perfect shade of light blue. Loved it! I am so glad I read the previous comments and got the Regular size and not the Long. I was in 4 inch heels and the dress was still slightly trailing the floor. If I could give this 10 stars I would!

YM

Top Contributor

Age: 18

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 118 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 32D

Apr 22, 2013

Wonderful Dress!

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I wore this as my prom dress. I got a TON of compliments. It was also really supportive, but I chose to wear a strapless bra to feel more secure. My only complaint is that it was REALLY long. If you are short beware. Other than that it was a wonderful experience. I'll definitely rent a dress for my graduation from RTR.

Katie

Top Contributor

Age: 25

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 32C

Apr 9, 2013

Beautiful Dress!

Size worn: 4P

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Beautiful dress with gorgeous detail on the front and very flattering. I'm normally a 4R but after reading others reviews and concerned that the dress would be too long I decided to go with the 4P which was a good length for me with 2" heels, maybe a little on the short side. No bra needed. I wore this for my barristers ball (law school formal) and I received lots of compliments all night and had a great time!

Liz

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 7"

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Pear

Mar 27, 2013

Beautiful

Size worn: None

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

It is a stunning dress but I couldn't wear it. I rented 2 sizes but one was two big and the other one was to small. I guess next time when my size is available. it is a very popular dress.

soni

Age: 42

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 126 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34D

Mar 26, 2013

beautiful dress! got lots of compliments

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

i wore it w o a bra

Lorene

Top Contributor

Age: 31

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 106 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32B

Mar 25, 2013

great customer service!

Size worn: None

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Unfortunately I can't review this one, as I was notified the day before it was scheduled to arrive that the dress was no longer available. I will, however, say I was thrilled with RTR's customer service, as Katie (stylist) reached out to me by phone and email and gave me suggestions. She ultimately ended up sending me one of my previously-indicated favorites as a backup.

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