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Try Not to Stare Dress by Haute Hippie

Try Not to Stare Dress by Haute Hippie

Try Not to Stare Dress by Haute Hippie

Try Not to Stare Dress by Haute Hippie

Haute Hippie

Try Not to Stare Dress

Rental $75 Retail $425

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Wanting to make that lasting impression? Wear this sexy little red dress by Haute Hippie to the party and get ready to take some numbers. Pair with feminine earrings like the kate spade accessories' Crystal Kate Chandelier Earrings.

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Red jersey(100% rayon). Surplice neckline. Wrap body with tie waist. Deep V back. 36''from shoulder to hem. Imported.

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This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size down for back-up (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sizes XS,S,M,L. Size XS=0,2; S=4; M=6,8; L=10,12.

BUST: Great for any cup size - Bust area runs large and fashion tape is highly recommended to secure deep V.
WAIST: Fitted - fitted throughout midsection
HIPS: Fitted - skirt runs slightly narrow so curvier women should consider sizing up in backup for full hips
LENGTH: Mid-thigh - (on a 5'5" model)

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra
FABRIC: Fabric has some stretch
GREAT FOR: Apple, Full Bust, Hourglass, Petite, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10".)

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Amanda

Age: 24

Height: 5' 4"

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34B

Apr 3, 2013

Wore this in Vegas for girls weekend. My friends loved this dress! I received so many compliments!

Size worn: M

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Vacation

I read the reviews, so I was prepared for the low cut. This dress is pretty revealing. It cuts low on the sides and the front. Tape is a must in the dress!! Without it, I wouldn't have felt comfortable in it. It was a great dress to dance in all night! I loved it!

Darcy

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 11"

Weight: 155 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34B

Mar 25, 2013

All eyes will be on you in this dress

Size worn: M

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I am in love with this dress! I wore it in Vegas, which is probably one of the only places where it is appropriate because it is VERY revealing. There is quite a bit of sideboob exposed, so use double-sided tape to avoid a wardrobe malfunction. This dress will work well on more flat-chested women. The bottom part fits a little bit tighter than the top, so if you have bigger hips, I would size up.

Gwen

Age: 49

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 36B

Feb 8, 2013

Fun Dress, but hard to wear

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Vacation

This is a really great dress, but as others have mentioned, it's completely open on both sides and low in the front. If you don't need to do much, it's workable. But I was in Vegas and it was cold so everytime we went outside and I had to put a coat on, we had to make sure I wasn't exposing myself. And unless you are extremely flat-chested, it would be impossible to dance in this dress. So, for those reasons, I would not rent it again, although I loved it just standing there. :)

Kim-Mai

Age: 28

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34B

Jan 17, 2013

Not appropriate for a company holiday party

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I was very disappointed with the dress. The model makes it look very classy and conservative but when I tried it on, it was way too inappropriate in every way possible. The dress is very open. I had to pin the sides, pin the cleavage area (and I have barely B cups!), and tape the straps from falling off my shoulders. I had no other option so had to wear it to the holiday party, but I would only suggest a dress like this for a Vegas or Miami night out.....

Kaitlyn

Age: 21

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34A

Dec 29, 2012

Got in for free :)

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I knew going into it that this dress, well, didn't have much to it. I wore it to a party in AC for my 21st birthday, because of my brand new ID the bouncer at the club we wanted to go to gave me a really hard time getting in and we missed the time for free admission but were told to speak with some guy. Found the guy, he looked me up and down and not only let me in for free but we got in through the VIP entrance :). I got the XS and the S, the XS fit, but for some reason the back straps seemed a lot thinner on the XS than the S so I ended up going with the S to add a few inches of fabric for a little more comfortable fit.

Chelsea Ann

Top Contributor

Age: 22

Height: 5' 1"

Weight: 105 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34B

Dec 14, 2012

This dress was holiday perfect!

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Date

I rented this dress for my Christmas dinner date. I can't say enough great things about this dress. It was awesome! Definitely on the sexier end of the spectrum, but that was the look I was going for for the evening. The bottom half of the dress is tighter than it seems in the picture. If you have any sort of hips, you'll probably be a size up than you originally thought. When I pulled the dresses out of their bags, I thought the XS would be too big! But once you try it on you'll see. Spanx are a huge help in this dress and fashion tape as well! I would recommend this dress to anyone who wants to look sexy but also sophisticated! Only thing negative I would have to say is that the dress is advertised with the drape tie, and neither of the dresses came with the tie attached. So this is either mis-marketed or was a mistake by the company. I was still very pleased with the outcome!

Kersten

Top Contributor

Age: 20

Height: 5' 8"

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 36B

Dec 6, 2012

I have never felt sexier.

Size worn: L

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress is called "Try Not To Stare" for a reason. It definitely draws attention in a sexy yet classy way. I felt like a million bucks in this dress. It's a little revealing, but in all the right places. I wore a size large because of my booty, but the large was huuuuge in the top. I had to use a lot of reinforcements/tape! I had to tape my boobs so I had a bit of cleavage and shape, and I used fashion tape to secure the dress, but the flow and draping of the dress is to die for!!

Natalie

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Age: 29

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 144 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 32C

Nov 14, 2012

Not much of a dress!

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Vacation

I rented this for tropical vacation. I didn't try it on before I left. When I put it on, it is basically a very fitted skirt with two pieces of fabric draped on the top. It is ALL open on sides and deep V (down to my belly button) on top. My bust is wayyy to small to hold something like this up! If I could've planned ahead I would have brought a black tube top or something to wear underneath. Ended up putting on the only thing I had under it so I could wear it (white cami). I didn't like the way it looked at all. The bottom was too small on me and top was huge. I was constantly adjusting. For someone with large, perky breasts and lots of fashion tape, this dress may work. Also I guess a long torso would also help. I found that the dress material was VERY thin and the outline of the fashion tape could be seen through it. Won't be renting this one again.

Elizabeth

Age: 21

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Nov 11, 2012

absolutely loved it

Size worn: L

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

under the low V top it is tight around the butt and stomach but still so flattering. stunning dress, had a blast in it! make sure you wear fashion tape though!

Lauren

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Age: 26

Height: 5' 10"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 32B

Oct 9, 2012

Awesome night out at Miami clubs with a stress-free getting ready/ outfit picking process!

Size worn: S

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Party

This dress was very fun for a night out and it was very helpful that RTR included fashion tape - it is 100% needed unless you want to give a peep show! This dress also runs large, especially in the top - I wished I had safety pins all night. I usually would never wear an XS due to my height but I should have sized down for this dress. The material is also extremely thin so I was unable to wear any undergarments. Obviously, none of the above bothered me though as I wore it out all night, was comfortable and the thin fabric was perfect for a hot and humid night out in Miami in August. I received so many compliments that night and still when people browse through my photos!

Shelly

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Age: 39

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 140 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 36D

Oct 4, 2012

load up on fashion tape and have fun!

Size worn: M

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

wore this awesome dress in Vegas and had a blast. As others have said this one is not for the shy. I used a lot of fashion tape to keep the dress securely on my boobs since you can't wear a bra with this obviously. The back will drape but it looks amazing. The bottom of the dress is fitted and the fabric is a medium weight. You'll need t wear a thong with this. I would rent this one again!

Suzy

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34B

Sep 17, 2012

Wear a tank top underneath

Size worn: M

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

Not for a pear shape. Very big and loose up top; very tight and too small in the hips. The sides of the top are deep open v's under the arms. There is a slit on either side of the skirt that prevents you from being able to wear spanx. Adhesive bras that need to tape on the sides didn't work. I was ready to give up on the dress because you cannot wear a bra and I wasn't having luck with fashion tape or pinning (just too much loose fabric on either and the deep V in front). A friend suggested I throw a tank top underneath and it saved the day. Give a very different look than the model, but got plenty of compliments on the outfit. Just be cautious what you are getting into.

Carey

Top Contributor

Age: 31

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34B

Sep 9, 2012

Two great dresses. Cant wait to rent again!

Size worn: XS

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Vacation

I rented this dress for a vacation in Jamaica. I wanted something bright and spicy... Its a beautiful dress, but modest ladies be warned. When the dress first arrived, I was a little surprised by the lack of material on top. I tried another reviewers suggestion of wearing a lace bra, but felt like it just didnt look great. In the end, I opted for lots of tape and went for it. I love the back of it. The slits on the side are fairly high. I normally wear a 4 on the bottom, and was sent just the XS which made me nervous since I should have received a S as a back up, but didnt. The bottom of the dress has some give to it, and it fit perfectly. I wouldnt recommend this dress for the larger chested ladies. Over all its a beautiful dress, but I'd prefer a little more fabric.

Tracy

Top Contributor

Age: 38

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 116 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Aug 29, 2012

Received tons of compliments on this hot little dress.

Size worn: XS

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Party

Loved this dress! Made me feel like a supermodel. Runs a bit large and very plunging neck line so modest ladies beware

Andia

Age: 24

Height: 5' 2"

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34C

Aug 1, 2012

I got to skip the line a few times and I think the dress had something to do with it!

Size worn: XS

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I rented this dress in an XS for my birthday party and it was perfect for the occasion! The color looks great with a nice tan and the dress itself is really flattering. I do have to warn you, fashion tape is necessary! The front, back and sides are really low cut so some adjustments were needed. I didn't wear a bra because of the style but if you're uncomfortable with that, this dress may not be for you. Overall, get it! I received so many compliments on this dress! PS. It took less than 24 hours for the dress to get to me which is so so so awesome!

Ashley

Top Contributor

Age: 26

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34B

Jul 16, 2012

The quality of the dress was amazing and so was the color. And as always RTR is so simple to use.

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

This is the third dress I've rented from Rent The Runway - and so far the best! I felt like a million bucks in this dress. And as always, using this service was so simple. The dress is not for the shy - It cuts low to the waist on the sides and low in the front and back. Nothing a few strategically placed peices of fashion tape couldn't fix to make sure it stayed in place. This dress fits true to size. I ordered an xs and s - the small was a bit tight around the hips so if your concious of that go with the medium.

Katie

Age: 22

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 115 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34B

May 5, 2012

I felt great in a designer I've only dreamed of wearing!

Size worn: XS

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress is more orange than red but the color is absolutely beautiful and totally pops with a tan. You absolutely cannot wear a bra with this dress but as long as you use a few pieces of fashion tape and don't have a big chest you will have no issues. This dress is comfortable and fun and I felt super sexy. I wore it to a fraternity formal and it was perfectly appropriate but since it is a little revealing I wouldn't recommend ordering this if you are going to a dinner party or something. If you are not afraid to try something a little daring and don't mind not wearing a bra I totally recommend this dress!

CR

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 116 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 32A

May 18, 2013

Bachelorette Party Dress

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I wore this dress out for my bachelorette and loved it. It's definitely low (and a bit open on the sides), but it hangs extremely well, so I was able to wear it without double-sided tape when I forgot to pack it and didn't have any mishaps!

Alana

Age: 21

Height: 5' 0"

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34B

May 16, 2013

LOVED the dress. Perfectly tight in all the right places!

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The color was a nice bright red and it fit nice and tight throughout the bottom but a little loose on the top. Would definitely wear it again. Since it cut very deep in the front I have to wear stickies incase.

Bailey

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 105 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32C

Apr 27, 2013

Sexy hot

Size worn: XS

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Vacation

Loved the dip in the back and on the sides. Exposed just enough skin. I didn't like the tie though, it was too long and hung in an unflattering way in my opinion so I tied it around and my waist a couple times and tied a smaller bow in the back and it was super cute. Wish I owned this one.

h

Top Contributor

Age: 22

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Feb 27, 2013

Pretty small!

Size worn: S

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Date

If you are the least bit curvy I would recommend going a size up!

Aly

Top Contributor

Age: 24

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34B

Jan 19, 2013

Too revealing

Size worn: S

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

I ordered this for Vegas and this dress was STILL too revealing, as you're unable to wear a bra or underwear without it showing (it's completely open on the sides). Fashion tape would help, but overall it was a little too much of a good thing. I love RTR, but this was a definite disappointment.

cinthia

Top Contributor

Age: 30

Height: 5' 9"

Weight: 128 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34B

Dec 29, 2012

Dress looked great!!!

Size worn: XS

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Party

Very low cut on the sides, but the tape rtr sends fixes it easily

Francesca

Top Contributor

Age: 18

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 140 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34B

Dec 11, 2012

Fun color for the Summer!

Size worn: S

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Party

This dress is very big on the top regardless of size and very tight on the bottom. The color is stunning and it is very flattering. My only issue with the dress is that it is TOTALLY open on the sides. I had to use fashion tape to make sure everything was kept in place, which worked for me because I am a small B cup (larger chests might have trouble with this dress). I received many compliments on the dress, and loved wearing it. Its a statement dress! Also, there are slits on both sides of the bottom (you can't see on the model)

Lindsey

Age: 21

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 122 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34A

Dec 6, 2012

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Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

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Tanya

Top Contributor

Age: 32

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Dec 4, 2012

Dress is perfect for a girls night out or a fun event!

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Vacation

Loved the dress - make sure you have fashion tape to hold in place though!!

Becca

Age: 22

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34B

Nov 26, 2012

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Size worn: XS

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Party

I rented this for a school formal. I was really excited about the color and what looked like a casual fit. I ended up not being able to wear the dress at all because it was so baggy in the chest area. It came down in the armpit area way too far and showed off far too much in the chest area, making it impossible to even wear anything underneath.

Megan

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Age: 26

Nov 20, 2012

It's cute and the color is fantastic, but...

Size worn: M

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

Didn't actually wear this dress...even with dress tape the sides were too exposed to wear it with the bra I had. (was on vacation) Overall this dress is a nice idea, but not practical for me.

Liesel

Age: 27

Height: 5' 10"

Weight: 128 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 32C

Nov 18, 2012

sexy!

Size worn: S

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Other

THe dress seemed perfect for my bachelorette last summer but come to find out, it's a a much lower neckline than the photos show on the website. Definitely need some double-sided tape!

Nicole

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Age: 27

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 110 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Nov 14, 2012

Didn't end up wearing it

Size worn: None

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

The back is a lot more revealing than shown in pictures. I would have worn it to Vegas- but I rented it for a wedding and it was too inappropriate.

Amanda

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Age: 22

Height: 5' 4"

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34C

Nov 12, 2012

I ended up having to send this dress back because it just didn't fit right.

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Party

There was too much fabric in certain places like the front skirt, but not enough in other places. It is impossible to wear a bra and you would definitely need some sort of tape to make sure the sides and neckline do not open up and reveal everything. Also, the sash/bow was WAY too long.

Sydney

Top Contributor

Age: 21

Height: 5' 10"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34A

Oct 22, 2012

An unforgettable dress for a night you shouldn't remember!

Size worn: M

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I rented this dress for my twenty first birthday. I ordered both a medium and a large because I was worried the small would be too tight around my butt. I knew the medium would fit though. The dress itself does not have sides under the arm which i knew from reading the reviews. I wore sticky boobs and used fashion tape on the shoulders to hold the dress up tighter as it was very loose. I also used a piece of fashion tape at the 'vneck' to keep the strips of fabric together and to conceal my sticky boobs. I did not need to fashion tape the sides as I am very small busted and taping the shoulders was enough. The dress was not as short as I thought it would be but the material is very thin so you need seamless underwear. Customer service was fantastic when I thought they had forgot the belt, they overnighted me new ones (even after I found the original ones...oops). I loved the dress and it was perfect for the occasion.

Jessica

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 118 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Apple

Bust size: 32C

Oct 16, 2012

See-Through

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress is better suited for Vegas than any other event. The dress is so shear you could see my tattoo under my dress - Probably would not wear this even to Vegas b/c it's so shear. Great tomato color and very sexy. I normally wear a Size 4/Small and it was too big. The XS I got too was a little too small. Just not for me - I had to return immediately.

Sophie

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Age: 27

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 38C

Oct 4, 2012

I wish I could have worn this dress :-(

Size worn: M

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

Unfortuantely, I wasn't able to wear this dress :-( The color is fantastic and the bottom of the dress was great but I ended up being too busty to wear this. The sides are completely open and so is the back. If you have a small chest then some double sided tape would be all you need. If you are a busty girl, beware!

Rachel

Age: 20

Height: 5' 1"

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34D

Oct 2, 2012

This dress did NOT work at all.

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress shows too much skin, and I usually don't mind doing that. Not only that, but it is very small in the butt and overall fits awkwardly. I wouldn't recommend this unless you're an absolute stick.

Emily

Top Contributor

Age: 27

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34A

Sep 26, 2012

The size did not fit.

Size worn: S

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

This dress was not very flattering and the material did not look expensive. In person it looked nothing like the picture.

Layla

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Age: 28

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 32D+

Sep 23, 2012

Beautiful dress, not for me

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Other

I have sold Haute before and they normally run quite large. I did the medium and the large backup size. They both fit but were tight and loose in the uneven parts, just making the look not up to par on myself. My friend tried it on and it was the same problem. I would say this is for someone with smaller hips and butt. Also the to is quite risque, so make sure you have a plan on keeping your lady bits in place : ) otherwise, this dress is well made and is a beautiful color.

Kasey

Age: 23

Height: 5' 9"

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 36A

Sep 19, 2012

Great great color! But tight on the bottom

Size worn: M

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

Very low cut on the side, and the bottom was a tight on me. But I liked how the top half fell on me of the small, but the bottom was too tight... it shows everything

Mary

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Age: 41

Height: 5' 10"

Weight: 136 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34D

Sep 19, 2012

Way too revealing!!

Size worn: M

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I am very tall and thin but have a full bust and this dress is one I would only wear in Vegas. The top is incredibly revealing and there was no amount of tape/safety pins that could have remedied the problem! I was headed to a party at a country club and, if I had worn this dress, I'm quite sure they might have keeled over. I would wear this dress only to a casual, fun, and club like atmosphere.

Chelsea

Age: 24

Height: 5' 0"

Weight: 110 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34C

Sep 19, 2012

Birthday Party

Size worn: S

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

The fit was very slinky but flattering. The top is completely open on the sides through to the tie around the waist so a lot of fashion tape is necessary. The color is beautiful and it hangs just right.

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