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Prim to the Proper Sheath
Rental $225 Retail $1425
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Have a bridal shower to attend? Or a ladies charity luncheon? Try this feminine Lela Rose black and white sheath to stand out in the crowd. The combination of lace and florals is a great choice for the event. To dress up this look try a statement necklace like the Dannijo's Angelica Necklace and a hand bag like the Diane von Furstenberg Handbag's Forest Tonda Pony Clutch.
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White stretch faille with black lace. Crew neckline. Cap sleeves. Hook-and-eye closure. Hidden back zip. 39'' from shoulder to hem. Made in the USA.
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This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size up for back-up (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized 0-12.

BUST: Great for any cup size - may be worn with a standard bra
WAIST: Fitted - fitted throughout midsection
HIPS: Fitted - fuller skirt allows for comfortable room at hips
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, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10".)

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Natalie
Top Contributor
Age: 31
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 141 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34C
Mar 27, 2013
Classy and Sassy!
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I loved this dress and based on all the compliments I got, so does everyone else. It was modest yet still classy and sexy. My fiance said it was my best RTR rental yet. I wore emerald green gemstone earrings for a pop of color!
NurseNancy
Age: 64
Height: 5' 4"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34D
Jan 9, 2013
Comfortable dress with LOTS of compliments!
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
True to size! I am 5'4" and it came right below my knee which was PERFECT! Loved the dress and how it made me feel!!!
Caroline
Top Contributor
Age: 55
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 122 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 32D
Sep 24, 2012
Not my best style but lovely
Size worn: None
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I ended up wearing another RTR dress to a post-wedding brunch. My mother didn't like the way the dress puffed out in front around the stomach area, but everyone else thought the dress was lovely. If you are someone who likes to wear black and white, this dress may be wonderful for you.
AK
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Age: 25
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34C
Jul 16, 2012
Material is gorgeous!
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I was very excited to try this dress on and potentially wear it to a shower but the fit is very hard. I felt like the cap sleeve made my arms like chubby (the arm holes were very small) and there was a lot of extra material in the skirt. It is beautiful though! Maybe someone who is very tall 5'9" and has very small arms would look great in it!
ElleJ
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Age: 24
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 117 lbs
Usually wears: 0
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 32C
Apr 19, 2013
Beautiful, intricate dress--worth renting for upscale event
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I rented this dress and wore it to work. The dress is as beautiful in person as it is in the picture. It has a really beautiful and intricate detail over the bottom layer. In terms of fit, it is loose fitting from the waist down due to the pleats. So, if you are looking for something body-conscious, this is not the dress for you. I would recommend this dress to anyone looking for a beautiful dress to wear to an upscale event.
JessieT
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Age: 32
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34B
Nov 4, 2012
Beautiful and versatile
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
I am usually a 4 or 6 (usually a 4) and the 4 in this dress was a little small, whereas the 6 was a smidge large. Went with the 6 and was happy I did because the dress is well tailored and the 4 would have shown every place where it was tight. The top portion is more of a linen color than white, and the black overlay is delicate and pretty. Zip up back and front pleats at the waist. Perfect or a party or for a nice day at church.
bonnie
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Age: 60
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34D
Oct 15, 2012
Classy, lady-like dress....
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Other
This dress is most appropriate for luncheons, bridal or baby showers and parties for women. Other women appreciate the details of this dress. The skirt was a little bit large and long on me, but because we were seated at a luncheon for most of the time, it was fine. Very well made and the fabrics looked great.
mykat385
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Age: 29
Height: 5' 9"
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Hourglass
Oct 15, 2012
LOVE
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Love, love, love this dress. I got so many compliments! At first I was a little unsure, because on the hanger it doesn't look that special - but after trying it on, it hugs all the right places (very important for us curvy girls). Will definitely be renting again!
Millie
Top Contributor
Age: 57
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 34C
Sep 1, 2012
Totally Rich
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
This dress was awesome. True to size and so rich. I had a shoe that I've had for at least 5 years exactly like it. I was totally fabulous.
Alison
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Age: 29
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 145 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34B
Aug 25, 2012
Rehearsal Dinner Hit
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Formal Affair
I wore this to my best friend's wedding rehearsal dinner and my one regret is that somehow I didn't get any pictures in this dress! I was nervous about the size because I can wear either a 4 or a 6 when it comes to dresses, so I called someone at RtheR and she advised me that the dress tended to run slightly (only slightly) large. This was my "backup" dress from RtheR and I only could get one size, so I went with the 4 and it was absolutely perfect. Several people commented that it looked like the dress was tailored specifically for me. The dress is very well made and the fabric and fit is very high quality. Since I'm 5'11", sometimes shoulders and arm holes can be a bit small for me, but I didn't have any problems. The length was perfectly demure on me (just to the knee) and would probably fall at or below the knee for women who are a bit shorter than me. I wore it with nude pumps and felt like a million bucks.
mary
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Age: 27
Height: 5' 6"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34A
May 8, 2012
Pretty, but not for me.
Size worn: None
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I got this as a complimentary backup when my first choice was missing its belt - was excited about being able to rent a pricier dress for free, but ended up going with my first choice and using a belt I already owned. This dress was pretty, but not a winner on me - the 8 looked alright, but was uncomfortably tight; the 10 felt better on, but seemed to swallow me up. The white cap sleeves were more off-white and the whole dress was heavy and stiff and made me feel frumpy, even in the smaller size. Maybe better for someone with a larger bust to fill it out? I LOVED my first dress though, and customer service was great in allowing me to choose a backup in case it hadn't worked. This was just not the dress for me.
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