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Riptide Dress
Rental $150 Retail $1500
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Sex appeal meets tranquility with this Riptide Dress by Herve Leger. Show off your curves and take over the party by pairing it with Lee Angel's Silver Etienne Necklace. There's no way you'll be lost in the sea of a crowd when you complement this look with Lancome's Le Crayon Khol Eyeliner in Black Lapis.
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Blue ombre bondage jersey. Strapless neckline. Hook-and-eye closure. 32'' from top of bodice to hem.
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This dress runs true to size (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized XS,S,M,L. Size XS=0,2; Size S=4; Size M=6,8; Size L=10,12

BUST: Great for any cup size
WAIST: Very fitted - bandage fabric great for cinching in waist
HIPS: Very fitted
LENGTH: Mid-thigh - (on a 5'5" model)

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra - wear with SPANX for additional cinch at waist
FABRIC: Fabric has some stretch
GREAT FOR: Apple, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10''.)

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Hayley
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Age: 22
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Petite
May 20, 2013
Delivered right to my Hotel! But not my favorite rental.
Size worn: L
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Date
Loved that the dress was delivered right to my hotel very easily when I was vacationing in NYC. The dress however was not my favorite. I have worn Herve before and knew I was a size Medium, but so thankful I got the large backup size because the medium was way smaller than anticipated. The Large was stretched out, but at least it fit. It worked for date night, but I did not want to stay in it very long because it was just uncomfortable. I think the boyfriend loved it though :)
Bronwyn
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Age: 18
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
May 1, 2013
I wore this to my first prom. The dress looked amazing and I got so many compliments!
Size worn: M
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
Very short; dont expect to be able to bend down to pick something up.
Marissa
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Age: 30
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 107 lbs
Feb 24, 2013
Felt like a Model
Size worn: S
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Loved this dress, super sexy and classy. I chose the small because the xs would have not made this dress classy on my body type (I am a C cup and couldn't really fit into the xs as well as the s). Some pros: I'm 5'0" and constantly aware of the length since most minis are too long on me. This one was great - mid-thigh, not too long or short. The one con is that I needed to wear cups and they didn't stay too well so I was pulling up the dress all night and checking it.
Patricia
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 29
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Jan 21, 2013
Beautiful dress
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
Fit like a glove. Got so many compliments. Highly recommend.
Leigh
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 25
Body type: Pear
Weight: 135 lbs
Jan 1, 2013
I had so many compliments on this dress.
Size worn: M
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
I'm typically a small or medium, so I ordered a medium thinking it would fit. It was a little tough to get into. But it looks fantastic. It's a very slimming dress.
Lori
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 29
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110 lbs
Dec 30, 2012
What could be better than wearing Herve on NYE?
Size worn: XS
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
I took a chance on ordering this dress since I don't like it on the model at all and don't think it was styled correctly. The necklace and shoes are too clunky, hairstyle is matronly, red lipstick is distracting, and the model's skin is too pale for this dress. I'm glad there were pictures posted by actual renters which helped make my decision because most of the real photos look better than site photos in my opinion. This was actually my first rental and my first Herve Leger dress. I did rent another Herve for my add on which also fit great. I am hooked now and will definitely rent more Herves as well as purchase one. I loved this dress and felt amazing in it all night. The dress was the perfect length for me, hitting mid thigh. The XS fit like a glove which was perfect because the S was not available as a backup. It was a little difficult to zip up by yourself but I am thinking that is normal for Herve dresses. Once on it fit perfectly and stayed put for the most part. It never rode up and I only had to adjust the top a couple times the whole night. The colors are muted, not super bright, but is beautiful on and looks like the ocean. I love anything ombre and this dress was no exception. The colors look a lot better when photographed with a flash. Without a flash the blues just don't photograph well. The dress itself felt a little soft, not thick and stiff like it should feel, so this dress was probably worn a lot, but this did not affect the look of the dress or the bandage effect. Wearing an Herve dress will make any night more memorable!
Julie
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Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 27
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 116 lbs
Dec 18, 2012
Great dress, but I am so glad i dieted beforehand!
Size worn: XS
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I didn't order this dress, It came instead of my original choice. I love the colors and the fit, the only downside was that you could tell It had been worn. It had little slits of rips in the upper bandages, which really is annoying. Overall, this dress was great…but 150 is alot for something that is not in great condition.
Tamara
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Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 29
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 138 lbs
Dec 17, 2012
A Knockout Dress!
Size worn: M
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
I absolutely loved this dress! I wore this for my company holiday party. Probably a tad too form fitting for that kind of party, but I'm under 30 and you gotta live a little! I received a lot of compliments on the dress and the necklace. It was a great pairing. I had some trouble fitting in the dress at first, but since the material is a little stretchy, I was able to get into it. I would definitely rent a similar dress again.
Isa
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Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 0"
Age: 23
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 120 lbs
Dec 17, 2012
Got compliments from everyone at my birthday party
Size worn: S
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
The dress is awesome on many levels, but unfortunately did not fit me quite right. The length was nice, which can be harder for someone only 5 feet tall, so that made me happy, and I looked awesome in it, and it looked awesome on me. The only problem was that it wouldn't stay up. I am not sure exactly why this happened, but i suppose it probably would have been best to have ordered the back up size in an XS. Hevre dresses are always stretchy, and therefore it can be quite easy to size down and I wish I had. While I was eating dinner it was fine, but when it came to dancing I would not have made it through the night without the help of fashion tape, but even that had a hard time keeping the dress up just because of the type of material the bandage dresses are made of. Great dress, but I would suggest sizing down or ordering a smaller backup size... or just not jumping up and down as much as I do. (sorry that I do not have a better picture of it... I'm way on the left, hopefully it is helpful with length)
Devon
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 10"
Age: 19
Body type: Athletic
Nov 28, 2012
Amazing service
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I rented this dress for prom, and it was absolutely flawless. I received so many compliments, and I plan on renting it again soon! The Rent the Runway team was totally on top of the order--they notified me immediately when my backup dress was unavailable, and then replaced it easily with a dress similar to it. Overall great first experience with RTR!
Alexandra
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 20
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145 lbs
Nov 18, 2012
This dress was absolutely incredible. I felt so sexy and glamourous wearing it!
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
It fit perfectly, though zipping it up was a struggle. It also didnt ride up like a lot of body con dresses do so I didnt have to worry about pulling it down all night when I was dancing! I wish I could keep this dress and wear it to everything!
Laura
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 22
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120 lbs
Sep 25, 2012
The dresses came exactly when I needed them in perfect condition!
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
I wore this in a medium because they didn't have a small available. It was a little baggy and a small would've fit perfect but the medium was still fine.
steph
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 22
Bust size: 32AA
Body type: Athletic
Sep 19, 2012
I was the only one wearing Herve in sight and everyone knew it!
Size worn: L
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Party
it was flattering and rather loose fitting (especially on top for me) Would definitely rent again!
Monica
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Age: 31
Bust size: 36D+
Body type: Full Bust
Sep 6, 2012
I can't imagine feeling any hotter than I did in this dress! Perfect for my bff's Bachelorette!
Size worn: L
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
I rented two Herve Leger dresses for a Bachelorette Party in South Beach. This one and the "Purple Peep Dress". I have been waiting for an excuse to rent this designer for a while now and this seemed like the perfect chance! This one was MUCH smaller than the purple peep dress... shorter and tighter but I managed to sqeeze in. I loved this dress a lot more than I thought I would. It's gorgeous. I recommend for short ladies (I am 5'2 and it was a mini) and a large would probably fit a size 8-10 dress gal better than this 10-12 size gal.
Anna
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 19
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Aug 30, 2012
Best moment: when my date told me I looked "unreal"
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
I wore this dress to an all-boys school prom, and had one of the best nights ever. The dress was tight to get into but fit PERFECTLY once on. It was so easy to dance in, barely budged on my body (aka I never had to pull it down because it was getting too short), and was comfortable. Just a warning, it's quite heavy and not recommended for hot weather. I would rent this dress/a similar one in a heartbeat.
Elizabeth
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 23
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140 lbs
Jan 31, 2012
Got many compliments on my hot dress!
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I usually wear a medium, and the medium fit great! I tried on the large, which also fit, but bunched really a lot in the back. This dress is supposed to be tight, and looks great! My only problem was the boning of the dress was sticking out of the side and I had to adjust it several times. But very flattering, and made me feel fantastic. I actually had ordered another dress that wasn't available, and got to pick this one instead!
courtney
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 38
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 115 lbs
Jan 7, 2012
My husband loved the dress.
Size worn: S
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Vacation
Dress fit perfectly. Hugged in all the right places
Gabrielle
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 24
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110 lbs
Jan 3, 2012
Lots of compliments on the dress!
Size worn: XS
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Other
Wore it out for New Years and loved it! Runs a little small but it's flattering and great for a night out.
Jeannice
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 34
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150 lbs
Dec 20, 2011
I had the perfect Noah's Ark costume, of course this water dress can be fashioned into many other costume ideas :)
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I couldn't resist renting this dress for my Halloween costume - Noah's Ark. Love the ocean/water pattern, fits great, as does any Hervé. Unfortunately just like any other strapless dresses, I do need to tug it every now and then. Paired it with the Etienne necklace shown and some lighting bolt earrings :) The boa was made by a friend, who used it for her costume the day before, I made the boat.
ccucco9
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Age: 22
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135 lbs
Dec 13, 2011
the quality of the products
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
I have rented a lot of dresses from RTR and although they are all fabulous this one takes the cake. It is so flattering (like all herve legers) and hold you in place perfectly and I love fading effect. if your renting this dress expect ALOT of compliments. one thing I wasn't so fond of was a little stretch mark on the fabric in between the bust but other than that no complaints!!
Carly
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 22
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Nov 26, 2011
My best friends 21st birthday in a beautiful dress - what could be better?
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
First dress I rented from RTR and it was SO beautiful and fit me perfectly. Tight in all the right places and no need for spanks for me personally. I was able to wear a bra with it just because it made me more comfortable to do so but wasn't a necessity. Im about 5'3, 120-125 and it fit like a glove. Wore it to my best friends 21st birthday party and could not have been happier with my rental... will 100% rent this dress again.
Samantha
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 20
Bust size: 34D+
Body type: Hourglass
May 1, 2013
absolutely beatiful
Size worn: S
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
fit was snug, but not uncomfortable and held everything just wear you wanted it to stay. so flattering, got sooo many compliments!
Tara
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 25
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115 lbs
Apr 22, 2013
Amazing colors
Size worn: XS
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
The picture doesn't do it justice, the dress in natural light is way more vibrant... and the cut is really flattering!
Esmee
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 15
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Pear
Apr 7, 2013
Super flattering and I got tons of compliments.
Size worn: L
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
Fit well but there was some extra fabric
Rae
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 46
Bust size: 32D+
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 125 lbs
Dec 29, 2012
Was not able to wear this dress.
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
I was unable to wear either size I rented. one was too small everywhere and the other smashed my bust area too much giving me a weird shape. I always wanted to try an Herve because they look so amazing on others, but it did not work well with my shape.
Meredith
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 27
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 115 lbs
Dec 28, 2012
Careful! Runs EXTREMELY Small
Size worn: XS
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
I was totally bummed when this dress arrived because the style runs extremely small and I rented it for New Year's Eve -- very short and very tight. Luckily my backup size wasn't available, so I got to rent another Herve for an extra $25 (also XS) it fit perfectly! Also, the colors look brighter in the picture, whereas the colors in person are little more aquamarine-ish. If RTR had a small available, I would have been golden. At least I have my backup!
Liz
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 26
Body type: Athletic
Dec 20, 2012
Loved the prompt delivery and multiple size options
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
I ordered this dress to wear to a wedding, and ended up wearing my second choice of dress because this was too short. I was concerned about it riding up all night, and having to adjust it or pull it down. Would be better for a fun night out vs. a more formal event like a wedding.
KJC
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 32
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140 lbs
Dec 5, 2012
Gorgeous dress
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
Rented this after seeing it on my friend at her birthday. Fit like a glove, gorgeous color. Great on both my very athletic body as it was on my friend's very curvy body.
kjersti
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 23
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Dec 5, 2012
really cute and flattering
Size worn: XS
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Formal Affair
fit runs a little large, order smaller. flattering on blondes and brunettes. really pretty shades of blue.
Bri
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Age: 26
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160 lbs
Oct 21, 2012
Great on the computer screen; underwhelming in person.
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
I rented this dress for a trip to L.A. and when I opened the package I was so underwhelmed. The color of the dress is dull and boring me. I ended up not wearing it at all.
Janet
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 33
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Sep 26, 2012
beautiful dress
Size worn: None
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I rented this dress as my first choice but they didn't have it in the size i needed, so I wear my second choice. I have to say I really did love the colors of this dress and would love to rent it again.
Christina
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 32
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135 lbs
Sep 17, 2012
Everything arrived on time and was extremely easy.
Size worn: M
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
The dress is extremely comfortable to dance in, which was one of the main reasons why I loved it so much. I didn't have to worry about adjusting the dress at all after dancing for hours. I would recommend wearing a strapless bra with it though. The only down side was that I didn't want to send it back the next day! :)
Margo
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 16
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Petite
Aug 30, 2012
Smaller than I imagined...
Size worn: S
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
I could barely squeeze into the small, and my little sister fit into the xs. Once I had it on it was very cute, but I wasn't in love. The neckline just wasn't my favorite and the dress did not fit correctly. I did not end up wearing it for my birthday.
Jmatt
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 28
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 129 lbs
Aug 17, 2012
Be careful
Size worn: None
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
Usually wear 2 or 4...so rented medium and small as suggested by previous reviews. Medium was perfect but the boning in the dress was broken! And the small could have worked except the panels had holes in between them! Gorgeous dress but they def need to fix or take the two I received out of circulation.
Michelle
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Age: 37
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 175 lbs
Jul 18, 2012
Was a bit too short
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
I ordered the Riptide and the Berry Ombre for a fashion show and party and I'm so glad I ordered the backup dress; this dress was obscenely short on me. Other Herve's run longer, this one was closer to a tube top.
Natalie
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 26
Bust size: 32D+
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115 lbs
May 18, 2012
Loved this dress!
Size worn: S
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
This dress is gorgeous and very flattering. I actually rented it once before from RTR and ended up renting it again because I liked it so much. Received so many compliments. I'd say it runs pretty true to size, except if you have a larger chest like me then you probably want to order a size up. I am usually a XS in Herve but I needed a Small in this style (thank god for backup sizes!) because of my chest. Still fit great though!
Lexi
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 22
Body type: Full Bust
Apr 15, 2012
Great Dress
Size worn: L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
The dress is beautifully flattering on and very comfortable; I definitely recommend it! It is quite snug on the torso, though, so make sure to check the sizing chart before placing your order - I would normally wear a medium, but the extra room in the large was preferable for this style.
HERVELOVER
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 34
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Oct 13, 2011
Overall fit: Small
I just got this dress and put it on. I am 5'6 and between 145-155 (that's a broad range but I always sit somewhere in there). Anyway I didn't even bother trying on the medium. The large fits like it was made for me. It's not too short. Though when I pulled it out of the bag I though for sure it would be. It comes about mid thigh on me. It is so amazing! The material is very giving and it feels too comfortable to look so great. Do not be fooled though. The bottom is almost black ( thought it was very dark blue but it really looks black). So you can do black heels. I would not reccomend light jewelery on top like the model has. It's way to light for as light as the top is. I went with some nice chunky dark blue jewelry which I think goes nicer with the dress. RENT THIS YOU WILL LOVE IT!!!!
RoCk15126
Top Contributor
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 16
Body type: Straight & narrow
Sep 21, 2011
Overall fit: Small
Loved this dress, but at 5'3 and 100 pounds, medium was very snug in this style.
lil
Height: 5' 8"
Age: 22
Body type: Hourglass
Sep 1, 2011
Overall fit: Small
this dress runs a size smaller than a normal herve. but great fit
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