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Loolu Lace Sheath
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Simplicity meets chic! Rent this Elie Tahari black lace sheath for a casual date night or bridal shower. A flirty style that no one will forget. Add a hint of sparkle with the Whiting & Davis' Silver Mesh Glam Clutch and Kenneth Jay Lane's Polished Crystal Ring.
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Black lace(100% cotton). Crew neckline. Short sleeves. Scalloped hem. Lined. 38'' from shoulder to hem. Imported.
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This dress runs slightly large. We recommend going one size down for back-up size (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized 0-14.

BUST: Great for any cup size - may be worn with a standard bra
WAIST: Fitted - fitted throughout midsection
HIPS: Fitted - loosely fitted at hips yet curvier women should consider sizing up
LENGTH: Knee length - (on a 5'5" model)

UNDERGARMENTS: May be worn with any standard bra
FABRIC: Fabric has no stretch
GREAT FOR: Apple, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Petite, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10".)

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Tiffany
Age: 25
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 32C
Dec 6, 2012
Beautiful, classy dress
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
The dress does run large. I'm very glad I went with the 2 and 0, instead of the 4 and 2. I would definitely suggest going down a size as your second pick. It is long, the lace overlay went to my shins. However, the black "slip" only went to my knees, which still looked fine. I had to be careful when I pulled the dress down after sitting to not expose my strapless bra. A lot of skin up top was showing, but, luckily, the lace covers plenty. Depending on your bust size, and if you're comfortable with it, you could probably go with out wearing a bra. Even though the lace covers plenty of skin, I personally don't like to see bra straps. While sitting, it did bunch up and stick out at my upper back, but with my hair down it wasn't noticeable. I think that's normal for most dresses, unless it's tailored to your body. Also, as the night went on, the slit in the back bunched up where the black "slip" and lace attach. But, people told me it wasn't noticeable. I always notice the little things that ONLY bother me! Haha :) Overall, it is beautiful and well made. Paired up with leather round toe platform pumps and a black satin clutch, I felt very elegant, and you will too!
Caroline
Top Contributor
Age: 23
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 36B
Mar 29, 2013
Absolutely beautiful dress
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
It fits great, although a little long. I'm 5'11 and this dress was almost to my knees! But otherwise the lace detail was beautiful and this dress definitely appeared new. I'm including the second picture to show the up close detail by my neck. I loved it. Another great rental from RTR!
Marcie
Age: 37
Height: 5' 11"
Usually wears: 14
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 38C
Feb 16, 2013
Perfect Dress!!!
Size worn: 14
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Pros: The dress was my back up and the moment I put it on I knew it was the one. The event was a semi-formal/formal event and I felt classy and sophisticated. I am 5'11 and the length was perfect for me. If you are in between sizes I would recommend you wear the smaller size. Mine was a little loose in the back but after dinner I appreciated that fact. lol. It came with a nice built in slip, so a regular bra can be worn. Very nice plus for me, I am not a fan of strapless bras. Con: Only one con is the dress came with some of the embroidering undone, thank goodness it was black so it was not very noticeable.
Khalia
Top Contributor
Age: 26
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 160 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34B
Dec 22, 2012
Perfect dress for a winter wedding
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
I wore this dress to a winter wedding. Great fit, runs maybe a bit large. I'm an 8, but a 6 could have worked. A hint of stretch, which was nice. The dress had a few threads loose and I didn't like that, but overall great pick!
Lydia
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Age: 60
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 160 lbs
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 38C
Dec 9, 2012
Beautiful lace, excellent LBD
Size worn: 14
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
This is a beautiful dress. Like other reviewers, I found the dress long. I am 5'5 1/2", and it hit me just below the knee. (But for my age, it was good.) I had difficulty with the lining to the dress. The lining is only tacked at one point in the shoulder area, so the lining shifted and many times I could see the top of my bra cup. The lining is cut low so that the lace shows off your upper chest area. This lining needs to be tacked in so that it doesn't shift while wearing. Otherwise, I found the dress to be a solid weight, which was very good for an evening in December in the Houston, Texas area. It would be too warm to wear in another season. I am curvy, and the dress fit nicely. I did wear a heavy control garment thorugh the waist and hips to smooth the look, and wore pantyhose. I wore just a bracelet, earrings and rings because the lace is so intricate and I didn't want to spoil the effect. A small black Chanel evening bag finished my look. I did receive compliments.
NBM
Age: 41
Height: 5' 5"
Usually wears: 0
Body type: Hourglass
Nov 26, 2012
This dress was amazing! Soo many compliments, so comfortable
Size worn: None
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Saturday night Wedding reception
Lizzy
Age: 26
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160 lbs
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 36D
Nov 14, 2012
Pretty dress, just too long!
Size worn: 14
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
This dress was pretty, if a bit boring. It overwhelmed my 5'2" frame and looked a bit too funereal.
Amanda
Age: 29
Height: 5' 10"
Usually wears: 14
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 36D
Oct 31, 2012
I received so many compliments the entire night. It really made me feel like I was beautiful
Size worn: 14
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Dress fits perfectly, I was afraid it was going to be too long but it was the perfect length for a classy and sophisticated look. I rented this dress as a back up but once I put it on I knew it was the first choice. The lace is stunning in that it is very think and soft. Dress is very flattering and I paired it with gold sparkly heels for a little flare. I will absolutely be renting this dress again!!!
Michelle
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Age: 27
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 154 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Straight & narrow
Oct 25, 2012
It was a very classy dress that I received several compliments on.
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
I thought the dress ran on the large size. I am a tall girl and it hit around mid-knee. I wish it would have been a few inches shorter. The size of the dress also runs large.
Brooke
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Age: 30
Height: 5' 6"
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34B
Oct 13, 2012
Gorgeous lace
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I wore this to a fall wedding and loved the lace- it has some stretch in it so its a pretty easy fit. I recommend it for someone going for a sophisticated look.
Ashley
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Age: 29
Height: 5' 6"
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34B
Oct 4, 2012
I felt like I was channeling Michelle Obama a little in this dress!
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
This dress is amazing. When I first tried it on, I was nervous it looked too long on me. I showed a few friends who insisted the below knee length was very chic, and once I put on a pair of nude Louboutins and the Kate Spade clutch I couldn't agree more. It runs a bit big, so the 0 worked well on me but could've use a smaller size if they made one. I received tons of compliments all night and enjoyed wearing something more sophisticated.
Tina
Top Contributor
Age: 24
Height: 5' 11"
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34A
Oct 3, 2012
this is the perfect dress.
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
i got about two million compliments on this dress. the lace is gorgeous and not so delicate that i was worrying about getting caught on people all night. i liked that it was heavy enough that i didn't need to pull it down whenever i stood up. it fit well up top and in the waist although i'd prefer something with a little stretch to hug the booty more. as a tall girl i'm always worried about hemlines and this dress landed in the perfect spot. definitely will rent this one again, it looked awesome and i felt awesome in it.
ER
Top Contributor
Age: 30
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 160 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34C
Sep 24, 2012
Best. Dress. Ever.
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
Absolutely the most gorgeous, flattering, sophisticated dress I have ever had the pleasure of putting on my body. I got this dress as a back up and when I put it on, there was no way the other (also stunning) dress had a chance. The dress is beautifully detailed in a heavier than expected lace pattern with a thin lining inside so your skin peeks through in all the right places. It fell right below my knee and I am 5'8". I would suggest to getting the extra size smaller rather than larger since I wore a 10 and could have easily gone with the 8. Bottom line, if you need a sure thing, rent this dress. It's an A+ all the way.
Brittany
Age: 23
Height: 5' 9"
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 36C
Mar 16, 2012
A women in the middle of mass stopped me to tell me how gorgeous my dress was!
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I rented this dress for my brother's confirmation and it was absolutely perfect. It was sophisticated but yet so sexy. There was a slit up the back that add that little wink to the dress. I would absolutely rent this dress for another occasion.
Jessica
Top Contributor
Age: 30
Height: 5' 6"
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34B
May 13, 2013
Classic LBD silhouette with a crocheted knit feel.
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
Very comfortable dress. It has a crocheted knit overlay so it has a bit of stretch to it. Would rent again.
Kate
Age: 61
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 119 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 36C
May 9, 2013
Did not get to wear it,yet the 4 fit quite well and was in beautiful condition.
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
Fit well. will rent again.
Ashley
Top Contributor
Age: 29
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 32D+
May 1, 2013
Very classy, elegant dress!
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
Very nice fabric, quite heavy so not recommended for an "outside in the summer" type of event. A little long but still very pretty.
Karen
Top Contributor
Age: 56
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 155 lbs
Usually wears: 14
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 38C
Apr 24, 2013
Pretty but matronly.
Size worn: 12
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
Pretty dress, lush lace, great detail. The dress is heavy and about 2 inches too long! I am 5'7" and this looked staid and old fashioned, not to mention it hit my shins. Hem it 2 inches, and you've got a winner!
Katherine
Age: 29
Height: 5' 9"
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36B
Apr 8, 2013
Conservative and classy
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
Great dress if you're looking for something a little more conservative. I wore it to a family wedding. I'm generally a 12 in Tahari but went down a size in this. Also, I'm 5'9" and it hit right below my knee. Looked great in photos and the lace hides any imprefections! The dress was damaged when it arrived but RTR's customer service was great.
Therese
Top Contributor
Age: 60
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 115 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 34D
Apr 1, 2013
Perfect for the evening!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I wore this for the opening performance of Don Giovanni at Opera Colorado. The weather was cool and windy, so the dress was perfect as it is a heavier lace. I'd rent it again.
Jenny
Top Contributor
Age: 31
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Apple
Bust size: 34C
Mar 26, 2013
Great dress for a reunion
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I wore this for my 5 year law school reunion and it was perfect - sexy and modest at the same time. I got a lot of compliments. The dress itself is true to size, and was comfortable all evening. The lace pattern is really lovely, and overall it is a very flattering dress. Would definitely recommend!
Kathryn
Top Contributor
Age: 36
Height: 6' 0"
Weight: 150 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 32C
Mar 19, 2013
A great classic, elegant dress.
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Other
I wore this to a work "gala" -- it was the perfect miss of style, class, femininity and sophistication. I wore it with a chunky JCrew crystal bracelet and C Wonder earing and received lots of compliments.
Maya
Top Contributor
Age: 33
Height: 5' 7"
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Hourglass
Feb 24, 2013
Great dress to wear to a semi formal event.
Size worn: 12
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Formal Affair
hugs your curves, elegant, sexy...
rebecca
Top Contributor
Age: 40
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 32C
Feb 11, 2013
Loved it
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
It was so cute. I wore it with a jeweled belt to accentuate my waist. Great fit! I received a ton of compliments!
Robbie
Age: 51
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 148 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 36C
Feb 3, 2013
I just didn't love the dress, it looks much better on the model.
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
This was my first experience with RTR. I read the reviews and thought that the dress ran 1-2 sizes larger. I normally wear size 6 and the dress had a "boxy" fit for the lace portion. I looked huge in the dress. It doesn't fit snug in the waist like the models picture. The only size available was a 6 and I did not have a back up size so I was not able to wear it. Unfortunately, you don't get credit for accessories ($50.00 worth in my case). Not RTR fault, I just didn't read that section clearly so I got stuck with a credit for just the dress and not the accessories that I didn't even wear. Hopefully my next experience will be better.
Christy
Top Contributor
Age: 32
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34B
Jan 11, 2013
Classic and gorgeous!
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I had been looking for a reason to rent this dress for almost a year - finally, I decided it was perfect for my rehearsal dinner the night before my wedding. WOW, I was so sad to send this back - what a stunning dress! The length is about knee-length, and the cut is just so flattering. The details, especially on the neckline and sleeves are just beautiful. I have a soft spot for anything and everything lace, and this is the best lace number I've ever worn! This is an LBD you'll wish you own. Runs very true to size.
Gabriella
Age: 27
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34D
Jan 9, 2013
Okay
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Party
Model made the dress look young, but it felt like I was wearing a dress for an older woman. Thick material and longer than expected.
Meg
Age: 27
Height: 5' 9"
Usually wears: 14
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36D+
Jan 2, 2013
A beautiful dress for a beautiful wedding
Size worn: 14
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
The dress is beautiful and fits true to size - people were telling me how gorgeous it was all night! The only negative was that the lace looked like it was starting to fray on the hem and on the sleeves - just goes to show how many people love this dress
Kristy
Age: 47
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 115 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 32D
Nov 29, 2012
I wore this dress to an afternoon opera. It was beautiful my date loved it also! Perfect!!
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Formal Affair
Im 5'7" 115lbs I rented a size 4 and 6 but truthfully could've used a 2 but the 4 worked fine. The dress is gorgeous, its made out of a heavy material even though it looks like lace. I was so glad because I'm always cold and it was a chilly Oct. day so the dress was not only beautiful but warm. This was the first time I'd ever rented a dress and I'll say my experience was great. I have already scheduled another rental for a Christmas party. I would recommend Rent the Runway to everyone, beautiful dresses, great prices and the whole process is pretty simple. Thanks for a wonderful experience!
Paige
Top Contributor
Age: 31
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36B
Nov 27, 2012
Great dress! Beautiful material and very elegant!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
The dress is somewhat fitted around the waist, but is true to size. The material is somewhat thicker than it appears in the photograph and hit below the knee on me (I'm 5' 3). Overall beautiful dress and very elegant. Received numerous compliments and would consider renting it for another event again!
Muffie
Age: 49
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36D
Nov 20, 2012
I had a woman track me down to tell me what a beautiful dress it was.
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Lovely and elegant dress- a little worn, but not noticeable to anyone else.
Jess
Top Contributor
Age: 28
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 123 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 32A
Nov 14, 2012
Stunning dress!
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
Loved the lace on the dress. The length was just past my knees (I'm 5'7"). Like other reviewers have said, the dress is a bit large so size down. I found the dress to be super comfortable and gorgeous!
Shanley
Top Contributor
Age: 27
Height: 5' 8"
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 38D
Nov 8, 2012
Tight in all the wrong places made for an uncomfortable company party!
Size worn: 14
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
The dress was beautiful, but a little too tight in the bust, the mid-section and the arms. I usually wear a 12 and even my back up size 14 was a little tight! I still wore it and got lots of compliments on it, but be warned, this fabric has no give and isn't good for girls with big girls!
bonnie
Top Contributor
Age: 60
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34D
Oct 29, 2012
Lacy Luxe party dress
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
I ordered this dress for my back-up for a wedding, so I didn't end up wearing it as it didn't look quite as good on me as the Badgley Mischka I chose in a sequin pink. This dress was much longer on me than what is shown on the model. It hit me below the knee. It is a much heavier lace than I anticipated, but that would not have kept me from wearing it. It didn't fit me in the bodice as well as it appears on the model also. It was a little bit lower exposing my strapless bra. It is very pretty and well constructed.
Mary
Top Contributor
Age: 50
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Oct 16, 2012
A Lovely Dress!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I rented this dress for an outdoor wedding and the weather turned very cold so I wore my back up dress (long sleeved) instead. This dress fit like a glove. It is very well made and comfortable. I wll rent it again.
Lauren
Age: 25
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 112 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34A
Oct 16, 2012
classic dress
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
the dress is very flattering (and comfortable) - received many, many compliments
Courtney
Top Contributor
Age: 23
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34B
Oct 12, 2012
Longer than pictured, fabric is thick.
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Party
The fabric is really lovely, but thicker than I thought. It's less like lace and more like heavy embroidery. I'm as tall as the model pictured, and this dress hit below my knees. I ended up returning it because the length just didn't look right and was much longer than I expected. I felt it ran large.
LC
Top Contributor
Age: 27
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 185 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 36C
Sep 27, 2012
Beautiful Mad Men style dress for black tie wedding.
Size worn: 12
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I wore this to a black tie wedding in DC that was featured in Martha Stewart Weddings. Wore with magenta J.Crew dress shoes and a teal satin BCBG envelope clutch. Truly fantastic dress and incredibly slimming. Loved the tea length (below knee) even though I am fairly tall. Would rent again.
Colleen
Age: 47
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
Sep 19, 2012
This was a fabulous, classic dress.
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
The size six fit me perfectly. It fell just below my knees. It was very comfortable and elegant. A great dress for a wedding or an evening out.
Monica
Age: 26
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 170 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36D
Sep 19, 2012
This dress was amazing!
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I wore this dress to my bridal shower and it made me feel like a million dollars. This dress fit me perfectly. It hugged all my curves but still kept me looking classy and beautiful. I was recieving complimentes all day from everyone!
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