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Black Bombshell Dress by Catherine Malandrino

Black Bombshell Dress by Catherine Malandrino

Black Bombshell Dress by Catherine Malandrino

Catherine Malandrino

Black Bombshell Dress

Rental $50 Retail $495

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Catherine Malandrino creates a delicate draping silhouette that flatters your curves. This chiffon style is definitely siren material. Pair with Dannijo's Aroura Bracelet and Anton Heunis' Intricate Crystal Earrings.

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Crepe silk chiffon. Cowl neckline. Seamed skirt with asymmetric hemline. Tiered ruffle in back. Hidden side zip.

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This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size down for back-up size (see following fit notes for exceptions).

BUST: Great for any cup size - comfortable room in bust
WAIST: Fitted - fitted at waist with jersey waistband with some stretch
HIPS: Fitted - very loosely fitted in hips with comfortable room for full hips
LENGTH: Mid-thigh to knee length - (on a 5'5" model) - asymmetric hemline goes high up on upper left thigh, especially on very full hips/ backside or tall girls

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra though standard bra could be worn under sheer fabric
FABRIC: Fabric has no stretch
GREAT FOR: All body types
(Model's height is 5'9".)

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Melonie

Age: 20

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 150 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 34D+

Feb 18, 2013

Wore this for a Mardi Gras ball and it was great! Got tons of compliments.

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

It fit me perfectly. I'd ordered the back-up a size up (8) from my usual (6) just in case, considering I'm 4 months pregnant. However, the 6 fit wonderfully and it has a little give around the tummy area to hide any of those potential problem areas! ( I tried to include pictures that show the overall dress, the way it angles at the bottom, and the bust of the dress ) Pros: -Fit VERY well -Was very comfortable -Would flatter most body types (would avoid if you need larger than a 10) -Perfect length (left side is a little shorter than finger tips and angles down to below knee on right) Cons: -If you're busty (like me) you will definitely need the fashion tape they so awesomely provide! -The straps kept moving to the side, but wouldn't have been a problem if I had used the tape. (and only a problem for me because I'm unable to go bra-less) so I'd suggest wearing a black bra as well.

Kristi

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34D+

Mar 15, 2013

This has been my Favorite Dress so Far!!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

This was my backup dress. I tried it on, and I just had to wear it. It fit like a glove, and it just flowed with me when I walked. I felt incredibly beautiful, and I got a ton of compliments. It was fun to dance in, and it was also extremely comfortable. It was slightly longer on me than the model, it probably came down to a little bit below my knees. Since I have a full bust, I did wear a black Spanx Cami underneath, otherwise it would have showed too much cleavage for a wedding. Another solution would have been fashion tape, but I liked the cami better.

Samantha

Age: 22

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 190 lbs

Usually wears: 12

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36C

Jan 21, 2013

Perfect formal little black dress!

Size worn: 12

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I loved this dress and it ended up fitting perfectly! I'm 5'8" and the short side of the dress was definitely very short, I had planned to wear it with tights and I am very glad I had, because I would not have been very comfortable showing that much leg. I ended up using some fashion tape in the bust area on the side where the zipper was as that part seemed to hang a little bit looser somehow. Overall I was very happy with it and felt beautiful! Rent the Runway made the experience great and very easy!

Jen

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 36B

Aug 27, 2012

Very Comfortable

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I rented this dress for a friend's graduation ceremony. It was perfect for the semi-formal event and super comfortable all night. It did come quite low on me in the front, but nothing some fashion tape couldn't fix. The bottom is not as poofy as my pic shows. It was windy that night, it was actually quite streamlined. I'd definitely recommend this dress for almost any occasion.

j

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 105 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Straight & narrow

Jul 18, 2012

Fast easy service!

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Formal Affair

I chose the size 0 and 2 and went with the 0 because the drape at neck was too floppy and exposing on the size 2. Great fit... super comfy. Size 2 had a faint cig smell...

Tiffany

Age: 41

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36B

Apr 18, 2013

Fun flirty dress - not for the timid

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I am a size 8-10 and the 8 fit well all lover (10 was too big) except: 1. It's cut high on the left side and rides up a bit when you sit down so takes some navigating. I wore Spanx and would have to make sure you couldn't see them when sitting. 2. The bust was a bit big so became too low cut - my tatas were more exposed than would have liked. I wore a black bra and it kept peeking out. The condition was excellent - no tears or rips. I think it would be great for someone a bit shorter and a fuller bust - 5'5 with a 36C would look terrific!

Sarah

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Age: 30

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 155 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Pear

Feb 27, 2013

Love the look, but didn't quite work!

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

Cute dress on the hanger/in the picture, but didn't wear it. Too tight through the hips - not recommended for pear or hourglass figures. ;)

Nikki

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Age: 28

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Feb 24, 2013

Fun dress, revealing on the bust

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

Really cute dress that was perfect for a 1920's Speakeasy themed bachelorette party. Loved it but would caution against wearing it if you're smaller in the chest. I wore a black strapless bra and was comfortable with a little bit of it showing given the particular event I was at, but if you're going someplace more conservative or don't have a very full chest to fill it out, some fashion tape would probably be necessary.

Sarah

Age: 29

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Jan 2, 2013

I loved the dress! It was fun and comfortable to wear

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I loved the simple top and the textured bottom. I wore it with black printed tights, black shoes and silver and pearl jewelry. If I had a lighter pair of tights, I probably would have opted to wear that instead to highlight for of the bottom of the dress, but it wasn't a big deal. I did have to use the fashion tape that came with the order (thank you RTR!) for the top on both the top of the cups and straps. It was a great dress that was comfortable to wear all night. It was light and fun!

AM

Top Contributor

Age: 33

Height: 5' 9"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Dec 29, 2012

Perfect cocktail dress and so easy to dance in

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

The front came down a bit low but looked great with a long necklace and the short side of the dress was shorted than I expected but was totally appropriate with dark black tights. The style of the dress has a vintage flair that perfectly fit the feel of the event.

Ashley

Age: 39

Height: 5' 9"

Weight: 155 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34D+

Dec 6, 2012

Flattering for any figure. Great, go-to LBD!

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

Slightly shorter (on the short side) than I thought, but so flattering it didn't matter. However, if you plan on wearing a spanx down onto your thigh this is not the dress for you. This dress is easy to wear. Good for any figure - shrinks the waistline of an hourglass, good to camo pear shapes or give volume to women with a smaller chest. Great find!

Marjorie

Top Contributor

Age: 36

Height: 5' 3"

Usually wears: 0

Bust size: 32C

Nov 22, 2012

nice. elegant

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

It is not a show stopper but it was very elegant and I enjoyed wearing it.

jillian

Age: 28

Height: 5' 8"

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Hourglass

Oct 25, 2012

very comfortable

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

i got this as my back up dress and wound up wearing it, i wish i got one size larger as it was a little short on the side/back, it looked great and got a lot of compliments all night.

J

Age: 39

Height: 5' 10"

Weight: 150 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34B

Oct 20, 2012

The compliments kept coming.

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

I only have a B-cup and I felt that that this dress needs a little bit bigger bust than that. There was lots of fabric just hanging around and I had to use a lot of fabric tape to keep it in place. It was impossible to find a bra that would not show under this dress. The neckline and under the arms is really deep cut, so I chose not to wear a bra at all. Now with my cup size I could get away with it and still keep the girls in place. After a few adjustments it was an overall fabulous dress that definitely turned some heads.

Cali

Age: 23

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Apple

Bust size: 34B

Sep 19, 2012

I this dress wore on a date with my boyfriend to a Broadway show. Very classy, made the night!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Date

a little extra space in the bust, but nothing major. The neckline fell nicely.

Kristin

Top Contributor

Age: 43

Height: 5' 7"

Usually wears: 12

Body type: Full Bust

Sep 19, 2012

Flattering, easy to wear, and comfortable. I got a ton of compliments on this dress.

Size worn: 12

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The slit goes slightly high on the side - so if you're attending a more conservative event, you might want something different. But for the formal-but-fun party I went to, this dress was perfect.

Marie

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 128 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36C

Sep 9, 2012

Better for taller girls

Size worn: None

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

This dress was too long on me and did not flatter me like it does on the model. It was a back up dress that I did not end up wearing.

Madison

Age: 20

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 32C

Aug 19, 2012

Great Party Dress

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

It fits pretty much to size, I'd recommend some dress tape along the bust line, it tended to slip around without it.

Kelly

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34B

Aug 17, 2012

nice twist on LBD

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

overall fit was great. had a nice formal feel to it for a dress that was not floor-length

Kim

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Aug 15, 2012

Perfect for the Roaring 20's

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

I wore this to a murder mystery party that was set in the 20's. This dress was perfect with a long strand of pearls. I normally wear a 6, but the 8 fit better. It might have had something to do with the fact that I had the flu and was not feeling so hot.

patti

Top Contributor

Age: 57

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 140 lbs

Usually wears: 12

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36D

Aug 6, 2012

Perfect for Homecoming!

Size worn: 10

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This was perfect for my daughter's HS Homecoming dance. She had a unique dress and because of the fabric, it fit perfectly.

Susan

Top Contributor

Age: 51

Height: 5' 5"

Usually wears: 12

Body type: Apple

Bust size: 38B

May 2, 2012

no apple types here

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

If you are apples shaped this dress will not fit. I have no problem finding dresses in department stores but this site does not understand women with apple shapes.

rae4sunshine

Top Contributor

Age: 31

Height: 5' 1"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34B

Apr 12, 2012

Great Dress, Poor Fit

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Party

The dress was beautiful and I loved the side slit, but there was so much room in the bust! I had to return it without wearing it because I just couldn't even get close to filling it out.

cm

Age: 31

Height: 5' 2"

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36D

Mar 1, 2012

Great party dress

Size worn: 12

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Party

Loved the dress! I am quite busty and the dress as very large on the top. I think the 10 would have fit better, but I received the wrong back-up size. As mentioned in other reviews the short side is much shorter than it looks in the picture, but was fine with tights. I wore to a roaring 20's party and got tons of of compliments.

Amy

Age: 36

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 150 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36C

Jan 22, 2012

Gorgeous and feminine!

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Formal Affair

This was my back-up dress and I got it in the 8 and 10. The 10 was really large, and the 8 was almost perfect - except the bust area was more loose than I had hoped. I wear 36C, so size shouldn't have been an issue. The dress tends to have some static, but it was really gorgeous. I felt comfortable and the length was great for me - I am only 5"2' though. I wore it with black sheer hose, but imagine it would've looked great with bare legs or nude hose as well. There is a soft fabric panel across the mid section, and on the size 10 that I received, the fabric was pilling. I didn't wear that one, but had I needed to wear that one, I would've been disappointed. Great first rental experience!

Berlinessa

Top Contributor

Age: 36

Height: 5' 10"

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Nov 29, 2011

Asymmetric hemline

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

This was a fun and light dress I wore to a Christmas party. You will feel so beautiful. The asymmetric tulle is beautiful but very delicate. Don't step on it or it may tear. (Speaking from experience, ahem.)

Jeanine

Age: 36

Height: 5' 9"

Body type: Apple

Oct 25, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

This dress was very flattering in the bust area but the slit was VERY high. It barely covered my butt. I felt the pitcures were misleading b/c it didn't show how high the slit went up.

Kellie

Top Contributor

Age: 37

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 155 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Full Bust

Sep 14, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

I am a 10 with a full bust- I ordered both a 10 & 12 just in case. I am going to wear the 12. It is fitted in the waist & ribcage. The top looks really sloppy on me, not elegant like this photo. The sides (under the arms) seem loose as does the top fabric. I just would not suggest it for a busty figure like mine. I love the fabric, flow & feel of the dress from the waist down!

Lani

Top Contributor

Age: 27

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 140 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34D

Aug 8, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

I wore this dress to a roaring 20s party, and it worked great. The fit was perfect. I was concerned beforehand because several reviews mentioned it ran narrow in the ribs, but I had no problem with it (and I'm a 34D). I would definitely rent it again.

Lola

Age: 22

Height: 5' 6"

Usually wears: 12

Body type: Hourglass

Jul 13, 2011

Overall fit: Small

I picked this dress for a formal event, but was unable to wear it because it was way shorter on me than I thought it would be. It also seemed to run a bit tighter in the rib cage area for me. Beautiful dress, just did not work for me.

ljpj

Top Contributor

Age: 43

Height: 5' 6"

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34B

Jul 5, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

I rented this dress to go to the Opera... it is stunning. The neckline is gorgeous; great if you have a medium size chest :). The draping is very flattering and on my frame the length was about 3 inches longer (better as the side slit is high). I loved wearing it and felt amazing. My date's reaction when I opened the door? "Wow".

Jess

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Age: 41

Height: 5' 11"

Weight: 150 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36B

Mar 11, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

I loved this dress, I wore it 8 weeks after having a baby and it looked great, hid the extra weight well. It is cut pretty high on the thigh which is hard to see from the picture.

Andie

Age: 53

Height: 5' 10"

Body type: Athletic

Jan 21, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

This dress was perfect for a New Year's Eve! Flirty, great for dancing, I got so mny compliments. I was surprised at the lack of finish on the handkerchief edges and the left side was higher than I expected but overall, I would recommend it and rent it again.

Carol1na

Top Contributor

Age: 48

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34D+

Dec 22, 2010

Overall fit: True to Size

This dress is so flattering! I paired it with nude hose, red patent pumps and bag. I have a full bust and it was just complimentary enough without overdoing the cleavage.

Rae

Top Contributor

Age: 39

Height: 5' 2"

Body type: Petite

Dec 14, 2010

Overall fit: True to Size

Elegant dress. A little on the long side for shorter ladies, but quite beautiful. For the right event, I would rent again. Pretty flow.

acorn

Top Contributor

Age: 33

Height: 5' 4"

Body type: Athletic

Dec 5, 2010

Overall fit: True to Size

A lovely dress. I'm a B cup/size 4 and it fit quite well, after some strategic taping in the cleavage area. I think it would look even better on someone taller though, so the ruffles fall above the knee. Proper styling is vital, because it could look witch-y with the wrong shoes and accessories, especially on someone short. It was great for the opera.

Jess

Age: 40

Height: 5' 7"

Body type: Hourglass

Nov 15, 2010

Overall fit: True to Size

I agree with the prior review - the dress is not as dressy or sophisticated as it appears in the photo. I wore it to a black-tie event and felt a bit underdressed. It fits well, however, and is flattering. Warning - the short side is very short - mid to upper thigh. But I am on the tall side, so that could account for some of that.

Nicole

Age: 40

Height: 5' 7"

Body type: Hourglass

Nov 4, 2010

Overall fit: True to Size

Very happy with this dress. I'm between a 10 & a 12 and went with the 12 because it zipped up just right through the waist & ribs. The dress really fit just right. Very fun & flirty layers, got lots of complimnets!

Steph

Top Contributor

Age: 53

Height: 5' 6"

Body type: Full Bust

Oct 22, 2010

Overall fit: Small

I was a bit disapointed in this dress. It did not look as sophisticated as it does in the photo. I also think it is narrow through the rib cage area.

raining violets

Age: 26

Height: 5' 5"

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Oct 11, 2010

Overall fit: True to Size

Little Black Dress with Lots of Flexibility! This dress was a perfect fit for a night at the opera. I'm a little shorter, so the dress length was slightly longer on me in person than on the model online. Also, the neckline could be bustled with minimal dress tape to show little to lots of cleavage depending on the preference of the wearer. I received several compliments in this dress, and absolutely loved it!

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