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Charcoal Strips Strapless Gown by Nicole Miller

Charcoal Strips Strapless Gown by Nicole Miller

Charcoal Strips Strapless Gown by Nicole Miller

Nicole Miller

Charcoal Strips Strapless Gown

Rental $100 Retail $660

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Gracefully walk across the ballroom floor in this classic Nicole Miller charcoal colored gown. Pair with trendy accessory pieces like the Erickson Beamon's Bosa Nova Earring and Dannijo's Aroura Bracelet.

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Charcoal crepe de chine. Strapless neckline. Inner boning. Exposed back zip. See Size and Fit tab for length.

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This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size down for back-up size (see following fit notes for exceptions).

BUST: Great for any cup size - built-in boning and structure in bust
WAIST: Very fitted - fitted throughout bodice - fabric highlights abdomen - wear with SPANX to cinch in waist and midsection
HIPS: Very fitted - stretchy fabric hugs curves
LENGTH: Floor length - available in 2 sizes (Regular, Long): Regular for heights 5'3" to 5'6" - Long for heights 5'6" and taller

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra or no bra
FABRIC: Fabric has some stretch
GREAT FOR: Apple, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'9'')

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Erin

Age: 26

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Mar 1, 2013

I went to an event and was interviewed on the red carpet and received MANY compliments on the dress!

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The fit was perfect! I am 5'3'' and I was nervous that the dress would be too long, but it fit fabulously. The mid section of the dress has some boning structure, which helped alleviate any "tummy roll" issues. The bust was roomy enough that I could wear a strapless bra without "bulging out". Overall, I LOVED this dress!

Emily

Age: 26

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 126 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32D+

Nov 16, 2012

Great formal dress- classy and sexy at the same time. I felt wonderful all night!

Size worn: 2R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

My first RTR experience and I loved it! Will definitely rent again! This is a great dress for someone in shape with curves- it fit me like a glove. My one issue was that it kept slipping down during the night. There's a built in corset inside- I didn't need a bra, which was great. Another thing to watch is that the corset was a bit bent at the bottom, so if you're headed to a dinner-ish event where sitting down is important, I'd pick something else! Tall girls take note- I'm petite (5'3) and a 2L worked fine with heels. Make sure you take that into account when choosing footwear! Other than that it ran pretty true to size.

Lisa

Age: 34

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 116 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 32D

Oct 15, 2012

The dress was beautiful- and I received many compliments.

Size worn: 0L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

The fit was perfectly a 0 through the body. However, I had issues with the top. I am a 32D, but it seemed that the dress kept slipping down showing off way too much cleavage. Also, it seemed that this dress had been worn many times (of course), and the boning in the top was crooked and kept failing. I think this could have caused the slipping of the top.

Shirene

Top Contributor

Age: 45

Height: 5' 9"

Weight: 174 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 36D+

Sep 20, 2012

Great Dress

Size worn: 10R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I love the color and the style of the dress. I am 5'9 and wore a 3.5 inch heel so the dress feel a little short for me as far as reaching the floor. The bodice of the dress seemed a little worn because the top portion would not stay in place with the little rubber that was around the bust. So I had to keep pulling it up.

Tiffany

Age: 29

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 165 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36D

Dec 20, 2011

Definitely will order from Rent the Runway in the future. Simple, painless, and easy order/return process! I received many compliments on the gown the night of the event as well as at work afterwards. I even received an email from someone saying I was best dressed of the evening!

Size worn: 10L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I wore this to my company's formal holiday party. Seemed to be the perfect dress for my body type - curvy/voluptuous. I did wear a corset bra with this dress even though it does have boning in it for support. One small wish for the dress is that it had been even longer. I ordered the long size and had it been an inch shorter would have been too short. Also, a few sections of the hem of the dress had some fraying, but not noticeable at the event.

Terry

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Age: 43

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 150 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 38D+

Feb 19, 2013

This dress is FABULOUS!!

Size worn: 10R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I am 5'6 and the regular dress was just a tad short. I read comments that it was too long so I ordered the regular length. I had to call several freinds to find a pair of short heels so I would not look silly at the event.

samantha

Top Contributor

Age: 43

Height: 5' 2"

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Athletic

Jan 21, 2013

Beautiful dress!

Size worn: None

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I ended up wearing a Badgley Mischka dress instead of this one only because the other dress was more flattering for my body.

ashley

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Age: 23

Height: 5' 9"

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34B

Nov 12, 2012

Not Flattering

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

I wasn't impressed with this dress. I ordered a longer length and the dress was still too short. It also appeared very worn. The dress was much tighter than I expected- I could have ordered a size or two up.

BD

Age: 38

Height: 5' 9"

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 36B

Nov 5, 2012

This is a gorgeous, comfortable gown that is very flattering even for pear shapes!

Size worn: 10L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

You may want to get a size smaller than you usually wear if you prefer a snug fit and/or if you have a smaller chest. If you do have a B-cup or smaller, definitely prepare on wearing a padded bra, as it's a bit big at the top. Nicole Miller is THE designer who knows how to flatter a curvy figure. Don't be dettered by the horizontal stripes -- this dres is very flattering. It's very comfortable and elegant!

earlygirl

Age: 38

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Straight & narrow

Sep 24, 2012

Understated, elegant, sexy.

Size worn: 2R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Gorgeous material, surprisingly comfortable.

Suzie

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Age: 27

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Mar 26, 2012

Loved it!

Size worn: 6L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

Very appropriate for black tie wedding. Size 6 fit great, I ordered the 6L and not sure that I received the long. I'm 5'6 and wore 3 inch heels, and length was great. Only complaint was that it was very wrinkled and had to bring it to get steamed. Would prob go with big necklace instead of earrings if I were to rent again.

Amber

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Age: 33

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Jan 25, 2012

Beautiful dress

Size worn: 6R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

1. I'm 5'3", wore 3.5" heels and the length was spot on 2. I have only needed spanx once before. Be prepared. The fabric is very unforgiving. Plan to eat like a bird. 3. The top of both my size and backup size roll over. I thought this was because I have a larger bust, but after reading other reviews, it's prob just a flaw in the construction. 4. The boning will show no matter what you do. If this will bother you, choose another dress.

Elizabeth

Age: 20

Height: 5' 9"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 32C

Jan 4, 2012

Great Dress!

Size worn: 4L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Both sizes I ordered fit very well, but the 4L was more forgiving in the stomach area than the 2L. The length was just about perfect. I wore a 1ish inch heel. Dress was very comfortable throughout the night and flattering. Fit in the bust well – didn't wear a bra and had no concerns about it falling down, and I am fairly flat chested. The only flaw I noticed was that the sticky part at the top of the dress that is supposed to keep the dress up kept flipping outward in a visible way. Minor flaw. You definitely need a flat stomach to look good in the dress, however. I wouldn't have felt at all comfortable if I hadn't been working on my stomach recently. Overall, great and simple for the occasion, but not the most beautiful dress I've ever worn.

jmac

Age: 31

Height: 5' 11"

Weight: 140 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34B

Jan 3, 2012

Simple

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Wedding

This dress was too big and not fit me and unfortunately the back up size was not available so I could not wear this. I am 5'11" though and by trying it on I could tell it would have worked with a short heel if it had fit. Pretty fabric and nice quality.

Caitlin

Age: 31

Height: 5' 9"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34B

Nov 30, 2011

beautiful dress

Size worn: 6L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Great dress- not very forgiving if you're not a tiny, tiny. I wear a size 4/6 and never had to wear spanx before this dress- while I loved it and received a lot of compliments I would be prepared with spanx or a slip- you can see everything on the tummy line. The dress also looks like it's a thicker material online but it's actually quite shiny and more spandex like.

Sarah

Age: 26

Height: 5' 6"

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Full Bust

Nov 30, 2011

Simple, but classy

Size worn: 10L

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I wore this dress to a black tie gala and it was perfect! I glammed it up with some big bling-y earrings and it looked great! Dress was comfortable and flattering. Great for full bust, you can wear a strapless easily. One note of caution: the boning in the bodice kind of sticks out a little at the hips where it ends. Not super noticable, but I could feel it.

K.T.

Age: 34

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34A

Nov 20, 2011

Lovely little dress

Size worn: 4R

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I felt great in this dress. The one disappointment was the length--I should have studied the reviews more carefully--I'm 5'6" and the 4R was way too short with my heels. I wore them anyway, but it was definitely a different look than shown on the model. Good thing I liked my shoes because they totally showed. The stretch on the dress is flattering as long as you don't have anything you're trying to hide.

CEE

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Nov 3, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

I rented this dress for a formal event. It was extremely comfortable, but nothing special. Event spiced up with a funky necklace, I didn't feel super special (which I normally do in RTR's fun dresses!) I'm 5'8" ~135lbs 34C chest, and the 6L was perfect. I had to wear 4" heels to the bottom wouldn't drag. The dress does slip down a bit and can minimize your bust, so I recommend a good strapless. Spanks helped smooth my midsection too since the material is rather thin and stretchy. I'd rent it again if was going to an event which I need to be understated in.

Lissa

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 136 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 36D+

Oct 23, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

This dress was very, very comfortable. I ended up not wearing it, as it was my backup, but I would have been very happy to wear this dress. The fabric has great stretch to it and I felt very comfortable moving around in it. It is rather form fitting. It looks very elegant and classy. The regular length was fine with my heels (3 or 4 inches). For reference, I am 143 pounds and I have a very large bust. I rented an 8 and a 10. Both zipped, although I would have worn the 10 had I chosen to wear the gown. The previous posters are correct about the boning, though, which is the only thing stopping me from a 5-star review. It pokes out at the hips and is somewhat visible - I think that's probably why the model's hands are on her hips in the picture. Overall, very nice dress.

Amy

Top Contributor

Age: 30

Height: 5' 2"

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32B

Oct 5, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

I LOOOOVED this dress. I want to wear it all the time. It is super comfortable and flows really nicely. I just felt beautiful in it. I got tons of compliments on it at the wedding I attended in it. I'm a pretty small person and it fit great! I've got a smallish chest and it would have been ok if I didn't wear a bra but a strapless bra with padding definitely helped fill it out and I wasn't tugging all night at it. I'm short so I worried about the length- it was a little long on me even with some heels (which I admit probably could have been higher) but overall it fit great.

Annie

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Age: 39

Height: 5' 9"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34A

Oct 2, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

Fit perfectly. The long looked great with heels. Very elegant and comfortable.

Jenn

Age: 31

Height: 5' 11"

Body type: Straight & narrow

Sep 21, 2011

Overall fit: Large

I am always a 4 and I was a 2 in this dress. It was way too short for me even though this picture, which features a model who is 5'9'', made it seem like it would be perfect.

Jenna

Top Contributor

Age: 32

Height: 5' 8"

Body type: Athletic

Sep 5, 2011

Overall fit: True to Size

This dress had a lovely flow to it, and, to my delighted surprise, fit me in my normal dress size (10). I had anticipated that it might be small just because it was a designer gown. The disappointment came in the fact that, despite being constructed from flowy, mid-weight material, it has strong, structured boning sewn in. It was impossible to miss the boning when I put the dress on - it caused the bodice to literally stick out at my hips. Future renters, be advised - you'll want to rent a second style in case you have the same problem.

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