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Marilyn Bow Dress by kate spade new york

Marilyn Bow Dress by kate spade new york

Marilyn Bow Dress by kate spade new york

Marilyn Bow Dress by kate spade new york

kate spade new york

Marilyn Bow Dress

Rental $85 Retail $478

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Who says bow ties are just for the boys? Go for a bold, unexpected print for your next cocktail event in this adorably chic dress by kate spade new york! Finish off your party attire with a pop of color, like Gerard Yosca’s Emerald Hearts Necklace.

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Bow printed mikado (55% Cotton , 45% silk).Sleeveless. Crew neckline. Pleated, full skirt.Open back with bow detail on back. Hidden side zipper with hook-and-eye closures. Lined. 40” from shoulder to hem. Imported.

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This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size down for backup (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized: 00-14.

BUST: Great for any cup size - comfortable room at bust
WAIST: Fitted – dress fitted at natural waist
HIPS: Not Fitted – full skirt allows comfortable room for full hips
LENGTH: Mid-thigh - (on a 5'6" model)

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

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Lisa

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 0

Height: 5' 9"

Age: 25

Body type: Straight & narrow

Weight: 122 lbs

May 22, 2013

So Cute and Classy

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

Loved the fit and feel of this dress. It was one of the most comfortable dresses I have ever worn. I felt formal in my bow tie print yet casual in my comfort. Its the perfect pairing of sexy and cute with an open back and subtle bow. Altogether it was a great look; especially for a graduation! My only complaint was the length, it was much shorter than I expected!

Sonia

Usually wears: 0

Height: 5' 4"

Age: 29

Bust size: 32A

Body type: Straight & narrow

Weight: 110 lbs

May 15, 2013

I used this for our engagement session, and received a lot of compliments on the dress.

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

The dress is adorable, and fits great.

Rosalyn

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Age: 28

Bust size: 34B

Body type: Pear

Weight: 126 lbs

May 8, 2013

Perfect dress for the KY Derby!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

Great fit! A bit shorter than I expected but turned out great.

Aviva

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 8

Height: 5' 9"

Age: 27

Bust size: 34D

Body type: Hourglass

Weight: 160 lbs

Apr 28, 2013

Couldn't have been happier.

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I think the dress is very formal chic. I found it to be slightly tight on the top but that is because I have wide shoulders and a large chest. It was very comfortable even thought it was slightly tight. I got so many compliments on the dress. If you are thinking about it I say go for it!

Beck

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 0

Height: 5' 4"

Age: 26

Body type: Hourglass

Weight: 118 lbs

Apr 23, 2013

This dress was perfect for my birthday party! Flashy enough, and so so fun to wear.

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

The dress fits tightly around the waste, so would not be ideal for a dinner, but great for a party and dancing. I got the 0 and 2, and ended up with the 2. It is actually a fancy silk material. I thought it was more casual and cotton when I rented it, but was pleasantly surprised by the silk. The open back is a great touch. Perfect rental as the bold pattern would be hard to repeat nowadays with instant uploading of photos for all to see.

Ariel

Usually wears: 10

Height: 5' 3"

Age: 25

Bust size: 32D+

Body type: Full Bust

Weight: 140 lbs

Apr 21, 2013

SO MANY COMPLIMENTS

Size worn: 10

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

The dress was killer! As some of the other ladies mentioned, it is an extremely comfy dress, just a tad big in the shoulders.

Katie

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 6

Height: 5' 4"

Age: 30

Bust size: 34B

Body type: Hourglass

Apr 17, 2013

Sweet and Sassy

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

I wore this for my tea party themed bridal shower. It was the perfect fit and shape. I love the flattering cut as well as the fun and sassy back. Very easy to ear and great with the pockets.

Katie

Usually wears: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Age: 31

Bust size: 34B

Body type: Pear

Weight: 130 lbs

Apr 7, 2013

This dress is total girly perfection.

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Fit perfectly. The back is to die for (had to wear a stick-on bra, totally worth it). Got so many compliments all night. It was comfortable and nothing like what anyone else was wearing. When you wear this dress, you can just keep recycling the same lame joke of "they said the dress code was black tie!" and everyone will laugh and tell you that you're adorable.

Sam

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Age: 23

Bust size: 34B

Body type: Pear

Weight: 140 lbs

Apr 3, 2013

TOO cute!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

This is officially my new favorite party dress. The adorable bow print is to die for and there is a bow at the back of the dress too! The fit was incredibly easy even though you have to wear without a bra or with a sticky bra - the waist is fitted so everything feels secure! Perfect length to make it a cutesy party option - would recommend for everyone!!!

Danielle

Usually wears: 0

Height: 5' 2"

Age: 28

Bust size: 34B

Body type: Petite

Weight: 110 lbs

Mar 31, 2013

Gorgeous dress, perfect fit!

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

This dress is super flattering and comfortable! It's not too revealing but has a fantastic open back for that little bit of daring.

Katie

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 2

Height: 5' 3"

Age: 28

Bust size: 32D

Body type: Petite

Weight: 120 lbs

Mar 20, 2013

Perfect for a shower.

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

The dress has such a cute bow print! It was really comfortable to wear. Loved it. Would rent again.

Vita

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 8

Height: 5' 6"

Age: 33

Bust size: 36C

Body type: Hourglass

Weight: 150 lbs

Jun 16, 2013

Great material, totally eye-catching

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

Loved this dress! Ran small tho and had no time to exchange :(

clairehamm

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 10

Height: 5' 9"

Age: 29

Bust size: 36C

Body type: Hourglass

Weight: 160 lbs

Jun 14, 2013

Easily fit in for 2 different events.

Size worn: 10

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

This dress is cute, sexy and comfortable and fun. I am considering buying it. I wore it to a political event in the early evening with a hot pink suit jacket, then just took the jacket off for another party later in the evening to expose the low back. I have a larger bust, but was still able to wear it without a bra.

Sarah

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 6

Height: 5' 9"

Age: 29

Bust size: 36B

Body type: Hourglass

May 29, 2013

Cute bow ties! Love the low back

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Wedding

The dress is unbelievably cute. For me, the ribs area was a bit tighter than I expected - but everything else about the dress - the skirt, flare, etc. was true to size. Would recommend dressing it up with a colored necklace.

Chelsae

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Age: 24

Bust size: 34B

Body type: Athletic

Weight: 125 lbs

May 12, 2013

Beautiful, Fun Dress

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

I rented this for my graduation. All the sizes were rented out except for the 0, but I called RTR and they said that Kate Spade runs slightly large so I decided to go for it. Sadly, my rib cage was too large and it did not zip up! But the dress was absolutely beautiful--made out of a heavier cotton and flaring out at the hip for a great silhouette. I cannot wait to rent it again in a size 2 or 4!

Gilly

Usually wears: 10

Height: 5' 4"

Age: 31

Bust size: 34D

Body type: Straight & narrow

May 9, 2013

I thought this dress was super cute but it runs too small.

Size worn: 12

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Wedding

I was excited to wear this dress to a wedding but it runs small so I couldn't wear it.

marina

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 2

Height: 5' 2"

Age: 27

Bust size: 34B

Body type: Hourglass

Weight: 134 lbs

May 3, 2013

what a great dress! fun and easy to wear

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

fit great, easy to zip up, really flattering i got so many compliments!

Hannah

Usually wears: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Age: 15

Body type: Hourglass

Weight: 110 lbs

May 2, 2013

very pleased with experience!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

LOVVEEEDDD THE DRESS!!!!! but,Thanfully the size 4 fit and I was able to wear this dress, instead of the alternative size 2 bc the hem was out of the dress when I received the shipment.

Charlotte

Usually wears: 4

Height: 5' 8"

Age: 30

Bust size: 32A

Body type: Athletic

Weight: 125 lbs

May 1, 2013

Everyone at the party loved my dress. I don't think there was one woman that didn't tell me that.

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I have a small chest so i needed to wear a bra with it. Otherwise it would have been baggy on the bust lines.

Sarah

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 4

Height: 5' 5"

Age: 31

Bust size: 34B

Body type: Athletic

Weight: 130 lbs

Apr 23, 2013

Cute but couldn't wear

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

Ordered this as a backup dress and it was way way too small. I ordered a size 2, based on what I've mostly been wearing from RtR, but I could't even zip it. It's a side zip which may have been why - I'm very muscular and typically don't fare well in side-zip clothing. Also I wouldn't have been able to wear a bra with it which is just a no-no for me. The fabric and pattern were very cute though.

L

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 0

Height: 5' 6"

Age: 26

Bust size: 32B

Body type: Straight & narrow

Weight: 118 lbs

Apr 9, 2013

Adorable!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

To me this runs just a tad small, but not by much! This dress is SO adorable. Cannot say enough good things about how cute it is!

Keek

Usually wears: 4

Height: 5' 4"

Age: 28

Bust size: 36B

Body type: Straight & narrow

Weight: 125 lbs

Apr 5, 2013

Tons of compliments!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Was a little snug, but a 4 fit just fine. Would recommend ordering one size up from normal size to be safe.

NJL

Top Contributor

Usually wears: 0

Height: 5' 0"

Age: 30

Bust size: 32B

Body type: Petite

Weight: 95 lbs

Mar 24, 2013

Super Cute - but not what I wanted (and it fit a little awkward)

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

So I rented this dress for a party, the fabric looks more casual in the picture, in real life it's more dressy. The 00 fit, but it was a little tight in the waist, but big in the shoulders. Also the hem was long. The dress overall was cute, but not what I wanted. It was a little more conservative and not as fun as it looks in the picture. It wasn't as sassy as I was hoping it would be. I tried the 0 to see if it was more comfortable and it was WAY big.

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