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Patriotic Wonder Gown
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Wear this classic, embellished shoulder dress by David Meister to your black tie event! You'll look breathtaking!
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Navy jersey. One shoulder neckline. Beaded embellishment on shoulder and on double back strap. Hook-and-eye closure. Hidden side zip. See Size and Fit tab for length.
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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 - fitted at bust so fuller busted women should consider sizing up
WAIST: Very fitted - fitted fabric highlights lower abdomen - wear with SPANX to cinch in waist
HIPS: Fitted - fitted at hips
LENGTH: Floor length - available in 2 sizes (Regular, Long): Regular for heights 5'3" to 5'6" - Long for heights 5'6" and taller

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra and seamless underwear - wear with SPANX to cinch in waist and hips
FABRIC: Fabric is very stretchy
GREAT FOR: Apple, Athletic, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
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Lauren
Age: 30
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 32D
May 1, 2013
GORGEOUS DRESS
Size worn: 2R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I rented this as a backup dress for an Inaugural Ball and absolutely loved it. It's feminine, clingy in just the right places and is perfectly true to size. All that said, I was devastated when I realized the hem was completely messed up. It looked like it had been rented by someone who did at at-home hem job - the lining was longer than the dress and the dress was ankle length on one side and dragging the floor on the other. SUCH a bummer. But the RTR customer service was incredible - sending me another option overnight for no charge. I would definitely rent this dress again for another event!
Alison
Age: 38
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34D
Apr 22, 2013
Fantastic dress for a Derby formal
Size worn: 8R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Fit me well in just the right places. The dress laid nicely without hugging my flaws. I was able to wear a strapless bra without it showing.
Cecilia
Age: 23
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 32A
Mar 15, 2013
Classic and elegant
Size worn: 2R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This dress worked out perfectly for the Navy ball I attended. It's a simple dress, but the jeweled shoulder really makes it special. I was lucky the 2R fit nicely because there weren't any other sizes availble for the date. Also, the length was just right with 3in heels.
Jenn
Age: 37
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36D
Jan 24, 2013
Comfortable dress, simple and elegant
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Really beautiful dress with nice material and beautiful detail. I wore this for the 2013 Inaugural ball and received many compliments. I possibly could have gone with a 6L - it wasn't really floor length and I'm only 5'3. Overall though really comfortable and elegant and very nice fit. Only issue I had was the side with the zipper at times dug into the area under my arm. If I had a little bit of Hollywood tape it probably would have prevented that.
Liz
Top Contributor
Age: 27
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
Jan 3, 2013
So classy and flattering! I hated to take it off!
Size worn: 6L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
This was a gorgeous dress. The beading detail was just enough sparkle, I just needed to add some understated earrings and the look was perfect. The dress is fully lined, which gives it nice structure (and doesn't show the outlines of your SPANX!). I ordered both regular and long lengths--I highly recommend ordering the long length. I am 5'3" and I could've worn the regular with flats. With a pair of stilettos, the long was perfect. The fabric feels great--a good weight but still comfortable and just the slightest bit of stretch. Overall, I was very happy with this dress and given the right event would definitely rent it again.
Jane
Age: 38
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 32AA
Dec 5, 2012
Husband's company party--didn't know anyone but my dress looked good.
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Very comfortable dress. The strap splits in the back and helps hold it up very well for those of us who have small chests. Shorter than shown in the picture. I wore the 4R and it was ankle length, not floor length. Looked great at ankle, but the image shows a floor length dress. Loved RTR--couldn't have been easier.
Bettie
Top Contributor
Age: 28
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34B
Dec 4, 2012
Received many compliments
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This dress is true to size. I wear a size 4, and the size 4 fit like a glove. The dress was very comfortable. The only thing wrong with the dress was that it was too short. I'm 5'7", so anyone who is 5'6" or taller should get a L instead of a R.
Tina
Top Contributor
Age: 37
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 140 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34A
Nov 13, 2012
Beautiful dress, beautiful fit.
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
The dress fit beautifully and was true to size. I rented a 6R, and the hem was about an inch and a half off the floor with my heels on, so it was ok. Anymore than that, the R size wouldn't have worked. Worked well for my smaller bust size as well. Very happy with my experience with RTR, it was my first time!
Lisa
Top Contributor
Age: 39
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 138 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 34D+
Oct 31, 2012
Elegant & Beautiful
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
This was my back-up gown and was too snug in the chest area for me to wear even though I liked the cut & beading of this dress better than the Badgley Mischka Miss Mysterious that I ended up wearing. The jersey knit fabric of this dress was not as thick as the other, so it was less forgiving and it was a bit longer. The top part would probably fit for someone with a smaller bust. I loved having the option of choosing a second dress for $25, just for comparison, which makes it a lot easier to make your final choice. This is the best service ever! RTR is SO easy & efficient. They email you the shipping confirmation so you can track your package when it's on its way to you. If you log into your RTR account, it already includes the tracking link for your package on the way so you can check when RTR receives it. They've thought of everything!
Alexandria
Age: 20
Height: 5' 11"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 36B
Oct 24, 2012
I wore it for prom and got so many compliments!! The fit was great and the fabric was comfortable.
Size worn: 8L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
The fabric was loose around the waist so their was no bulking up whenever I sat down. The dress was light and breathable which came in handy when I was standing for long periods of time for photos. I loved it overall!!
Jana
Age: 25
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 32B
Aug 21, 2012
More amazing than all of the compliments during the night was how glamorous I felt. I couldn't believe that it was me in the pictures!
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I loved this dress. I had tried it on in a store and fell in love with the fit. It is snug, but in a comfortable and flattering way. But the price was not something I could ever afford for a one night work event. Then I found RTR! I was so excited to get to order this dress. I ordered and 2 and a 4 because I wasn't sure what would fit best after a few months. The 4 was perfect and I am typically a size 4. The length was just right for average heels. I am only 5'4". I got so many compliments on the dress. I am excited to start planning for next years Gala and picking my RTR dress.
Ashleigh
Age: 28
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 32D+
Apr 30, 2012
Wonderful 1st RTR experience!
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Perfect fit! Got tons of compliments. I ordered the 4R but it was too tight in the bust (I'm a 32F) and too short. If I was any taller than 5'6" the 6R length might have been too short. The 6R was slightly snug in the bust. Material felt good- heavy and not cheap.
Lauren
Age: 29
Height: 5' 6"
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Straight & narrow
Apr 1, 2012
I made it through the day!
Size worn: 10L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I wore this dress at 34 weeks pregnant and felt fabulous. I'm usually a 4 but due to my bump I wore a 10L. An 8L would have fit better but the 8L was unavailable. I ordered the 8R as my backup and it fit great, except it was way too short! The 10L was just a hair long on me with kitten heels but overall I was happy with the fit and received lots of compliments. Best of all I was comfortable and I felt like the dark color helped me look smaller than I felt. The stretchy fabric was also a plus.
Faith
Top Contributor
Age: 33
Height: 5' 0"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
Feb 4, 2012
My husband got a lot of "You definitely married up!" all night!
Size worn: 10R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
The dress fit great! I wish I had a smaller size, but I got another dress for another event and used my 2nd size with that one. I can see where everyone says they had issues with the length. I'm 5' and wore it with 3" heels, and it was the perfect length. The dress was comfortable and, with the weight of the material, it fell perfectly. Definitely recommend the right undergarments though because it will show everything if you don't. Got tons of compliments all night, and have yet to be disappointed with a dress from RTR!
Kristi
Top Contributor
Age: 29
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Straight & narrow
Jan 3, 2012
Within the span of five minutes, a teenager and an older woman separately complimented this dress - everyone is a fan!
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I wore this to a New Year's wedding and received lots of compliments. The front is lovely, but the back is truly spectacular. Plan to wear your hair up to highlight the detail in the back.
Julia
Top Contributor
Age: 31
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 36A
Dec 9, 2011
The strap detailing was beautiful
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
Loved this gown. It was a great fit, I did need someone else to zip me in, but it was perfect otherwise. the detail on the strap is an eye catcher, I received compliments all night long.
F
Top Contributor
Age: 28
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Apr 24, 2013
Looked great but runs a little short
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
Dress looked beautiful and fit great except for length. I'm 5'5" and ordered a regular length but should have ordered long. I wore small heels and the dress still looked a bit too short
Haley
Top Contributor
Age: 23
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 117 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34AA
Mar 29, 2013
Loved it- looked great- stretchy comfy fabric- Great to dance in!
Size worn: 2R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Dress: Great fabric that was stretchy and not sheer at all. The once shoulder allowed me to not worry about the dress falling, while still showing back. It was a great dress to dance in, with the only issue being that it runs a little long so you have to pay attention to holding up the dress on stairs. Jewel detail wasn't my favorite (not really my style) but it was completely fine. Due to the slivering in the jewel color I had to avoid my typical gold jewelry which was slightly annoying. The dress highlights arms/shoulder, upper back, and flatters the stomach- especially if you have a big chest! Doesn't do much for the backside- so if you want to flaunt that- consider another choice! Fit: This dress made me look very thin as it does not hug my body too tight at all- lots of breathing room in the stomach area which I loved. The top area is obviously tighter and fit me well. Honestly with the stretch in the fabric I think it could fit anyone well! Like I said above, doesn't hug the backside area as much as it could- which is the typical trade off when stomach area isn't as close fitting.
Elizabeth
Age: 29
Height: 5' 4"
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Athletic
Mar 19, 2013
love the shoulder detail
Size worn: 2R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
very comfortable. fits true to size.
Melanie
Age: 50
Height: 5' 7"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Mar 15, 2013
Felt like a queen in this dress!
Size worn: 10L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
The dress hangs beautifully, and the embellishments on the shoulder add just the right pizzazz without being over the top. Felt very comfortable without a bra, due to inside support. Was warm enough to wear in March in NY. Also hid well a small tummy bulge, with a spandex, of course. Would give it a 5 were it not quite a puzzle to figure out how to put it on. I will never forget what it feels like to wear a dress of this caliber.
Grace
Top Contributor
Age: 19
Height: 5' 3"
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34C
Mar 8, 2013
Gorgeous, classic dress
Size worn: 2R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Got a lot of compliments, the eye catching detail really makes the dress shine. A bit unforgiving of a fit, but still beautiful.
Sanaa
Age: 27
Height: 5' 8"
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 36B
Mar 4, 2013
skip it!
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
while the jewel detail is pretty, this dress was VERY short- i am 5'8 and the dress came above my ankels. also the material is a stretch jersey- looks cheap.
sarah
Age: 18
Height: 5' 2"
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 32A
Feb 8, 2013
Wicked short
Size worn: 2R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Other
I rented this dress as a second dress for my winter dance.I rented it in a two regular and the dress was far to short on me. The beading was nice but I did not wind up wearing this dress.
Jenny
Age: 44
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34D
Jan 4, 2013
I received a ton of compliments on the dress and how I looked in it!
Size worn: 6L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I would have liked for it to be a little longer since I wore it with 4" heels, but otherwise, I loved the dress.
Mary
Age: 42
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36A
Dec 16, 2012
Elegant
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
The fabric is very fluid, and the skirt has a very slight flair. This is a great dress to have a small amount of "bling" on your formal shoes peeking out from underneath the dress and dusting the tops of your feet. I wore this with 2.5 inch heels, and it was perfect. I could not see large-busted women wearing this. There's not enough room up top. I was complimented all night long on the elegance of the dress, and I will definitely be back to RtR!
Rachel
Top Contributor
Age: 30
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36D
Dec 9, 2012
Should have gotten my normal size
Size worn: 10R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Great top, great fit, didn't end up wearing it b/c of the hem at the bottom. The two layers are two different lengths. I couldn't tell from the photos.
Tida
Age: 37
Height: 5' 4"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 34C
Nov 29, 2012
Beautiful dress
Size worn: 10R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
My husband and I loved this beautiful dress. I felt amazing all night, not only in appearance but in comfort as will. I had so many wonderful comments about how beautiful I looked. The dress was longer than I thought it would be, but the image does show a floor length gown with some on the floor. I had to wear 6inch heeled sandal with 2 inch platform so the gown would not be pool of fabric on the floor.
lucy
Age: 30
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 142 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 36C
Nov 12, 2012
This dress was absolutely stunning. I got compliments all night long!
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I ordered the 4R and 6R and ended up wearing the 4. I would have been fine with the 4L but actually enjoyed getting to show off my pretty shoes :)
PA
Top Contributor
Age: 36
Height: 5' 3"
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 36D
Sep 24, 2012
Beautiful dress
Size worn: 10R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Super comfortable and looked very sleek and sophisticated on. Length was fine with 3.5 inch heels.
sofia
Age: 25
Height: 5' 5"
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
Sep 13, 2012
Simple and elegant.
Size worn: 8R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Wore this dress to a ball. Definitely classier than most of the other dresses girls were wearing. It fit great but it is very form fitting so be sure to wear some spanx underneath!
CL
Top Contributor
Age: 28
Height: 5' 10"
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34B
Aug 28, 2012
too short
Size worn: 2L
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
This was a great dress, but really short on me before I put heels on.
Ashley
Top Contributor
Age: 29
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 175 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 36C
Aug 22, 2012
Clam Digging
Size worn: None
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I rented this with hopes to wear it to a wedding. I am 5'10" and I was excited to try this dress knowing it came in long. Even in the longer length, it didn't even make it to my ankles. The dress is beautifully made and fit me nicely aside of the length. All in all, a beautiful dress, just not long enough.
Laura
Top Contributor
Age: 25
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 32D
Aug 12, 2012
Length was too short
Size worn: 2R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I am 5'9" and should have gotten the longer length! It hit me above my ankles. Overall beautiful color and stone work details. Too bad it was short!
Marisa
Top Contributor
Age: 31
Height: 5' 4"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
Jul 25, 2012
Very pretty and flattering
Size worn: 10R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Due to a recent back injury, I wore small black patent leather wedge heels and the "regular" length was perfect. This is a great dress - unique but not super flashy. Perfect for a black tie wedding. Flattering even for those who are not stick thin (though, as others have said, definitely wear the right undergarments)! The placement of the strap actually allowed me to wear a convertible bra in the one-shoulder configuration, which added to the overall comfort immensely! The bust area is definitely the "limiting factor" for size considerations. Great dress - it's staying on my favorites list!
McLean, VA
Top Contributor
Age: 44
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165 lbs
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
May 4, 2012
Beautiful dress
Size worn: None
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This was my back up dress. I didn't end up wearing it although it is very beautiful. I'm a 10/12 (more 12) and I ordered it only in the 10. It was just a little tight on my arm / shoulder and too short. I should have ordered the long. Although I didn't wear it, I would order a size up and try again.
HKA
Top Contributor
Age: 33
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 132 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34B
Apr 2, 2012
Gorgeous Color
Size worn: 4L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
I rented this dress for an awards banquet and it was exquisite!! The color was a very pretty navy and the beading made the dress so beautiful. The dress does run true to size, HOWEVER, it is somewhat loose fitting in the bodice because of the type of fabric. So if you like things a little more form fitting I would recommend sizing down for your backup dress. If I do not wear something form fitting, I look large because I have large hips but a small waist. I rented the 4L and the length was great with 3 1/2" heels. Overall, I would rent this dress again in a heartbeat!
stephanie
Age: 38
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 155 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 36C
Feb 20, 2012
Awesome dress
Size worn: 10L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
i loved, loved this dress. The fit was perfect. I wore it to a recent gala and received many compliments. My experience with rtr was flawless. The dress arrived exactly as promised. This was the easiest event to plan for and I had the best dress by far. Thank you.
EJ
Age: 34
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 34D
Feb 15, 2012
Lots of compliments!
Size worn: 8R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Overall great dress - very comfortable and easy to wear. Agree though with all comments about the length. I am 5'4", and the R touched the floor with no shoes on. As soon as I tried to wear any of my heels, the dress become too short. I ended up purchasing a dressy pair of flats, and then the length was fine. I'm wondering though if the long would be too long (without really high heels) though? Only other problem is the popularity of RTR - there was another woman wearing my dress at the event, and I saw another woman there in my backup dress!
Allison
Age: 26
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34C
Jan 30, 2012
Looks great and very comfy!
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This dress fit very nicely, although it was a little shorter than I normally wear. The dress was comfortable to wear all night and was great for dancing. The only problem I had was someone at the event had on the exact same dress from RTR...
Molly
Age: 30
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 115 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 34C
Jan 28, 2012
Lots of compliments!
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This dress ran true to size, but was really clingy. You need to wear the appropriate undergarments, because it shows every curve of your body. The material is heavy, and I kept having to pull it up (even though it had a strap). The sparkles are blue and clear, so silver shoes and jewelry would go well.
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