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Olympia Gown
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Exclusive to Rent the Runway! An ultra-chic take on the classic Grecian silhouette, this Robert Rodriguez Black Label gown features a feminine bow at the shoulder and raw edge trim on the neckline. For a real statement, pair this style with Badgley Mischka's Radiant Crystal Crown Earrings and Elizabeth Cole's Braided Chain Bracelet.
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Wine crepe de chine. One shoulder neckline. Tulle bow at shoulder. Raw edge trim at neckline. Ruched bodice. Hook-and-eye closure. Hidden side zipper. See Size and Fit tab for length.
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This dress runs true to size, yet runs slightly short in length. We recommend going one size up for back-up size (see following fit notes for exceptions).

BUST: Great for any cup size
WAIST: Not fitted - full skirt conceals midsection
HIPS: Not fitted
LENGTH: Floor length, gown runs slightly short - available in 2 lengths (Regular, Long): Regular measures 54” from shoulder to hem and will be floor length on a 5’0” woman in 2” heels; Long measures 61” from shoulder to hem and will be floor length on a 5’6” woman in 3” heels. Curvier women should consider sizing up for length

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra; dress has built-in boning and structure
FABRIC: Fabric has no stretch
GREAT FOR: Athletic, Pear, Petite, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'11''. )

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Emily
Age: 17
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 115 lbs
Usually wears: 0
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 32AA
May 6, 2013
Absolutely stunning!
Size worn: 0L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I wore this dress for my senior prom, and couldn't be happier with it. I certainly felt I had the classiest dress in the entire room, but I may be a little biased! It was a bit on the long side (it looks very long in the photo because I had my 3" heels off), but otherwise it fit exactly according to the measurements. Beware that the bust is very small, but luckily that was exactly what I was looking for!
Allison
Age: 31
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 160 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
May 3, 2013
Great night, perfect for the Gala I attended.
Size worn: 12R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This was my first rent the runway experience and it went well. I have recently had a baby...and am not my normal size. I ordered this dress thinking it would be loose in all the right places. It was. Many people stated that ti dress runs big, so I ordered an 8 and 10. I couldn't get the largest size zipped over my chest. The gala was Saturday and I got the dresses on Thursday night. I tried them on immediately. I contacted RTR customer service and they overnighted (i only had to pay for shipping) and I returned my two existing dresses. The 12R fit much better in the chest. I was so grateful that it arrive the morning of my event and was perfect for a Black Tie Gala. My only complaint is that I am 5'4" and the Regular was short in heels. As you can tell in the picture, you can see my shoes. I prefer floor length, but in this scenario...it was last minute and I was still happy with the look. The sizes of the 12R were floor length, just seems the front was a little short. Overall, very happy with my experience and I would rent again.
Christina
Age: 28
Height: 4' 11"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 34D+
Apr 28, 2013
Felt comfortable and classy for a charity event.
Size worn: 8R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This dress is super comfortable. I will say, if your are short this is a great dress. If you are taller than 5'2" I would get the long. My shoes showed with three inch heels in the regular. I would also say if you are chesty make sure to order the size that will fit your bust, the rest of the dress is fairly loose. I loved this dress, and this was my first RTR experience, but it won't be the last. I felt fabulous all night!
Lindsay
Age: 22
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 36B
Jan 30, 2013
I got a lot of compliments on this dress and the color was great!
Size worn: 8L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Was a little bit too long but with a pair of heals (about 3 inches) it fit perfectly!
Stacey
Age: 24
Height: 5' 4"
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
Jan 2, 2013
Amazing dress, got compliments all night.
Size worn: 10R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This dress was awesome and everyone at my sorority formal complimented it. My only complaint is it ran a little short. I got the Regular but even being 5'4 I think a long would've been better if you're wearing heels. Fabric was nice but the boning did poke.
Vani
Age: 18
Height: 5' 5"
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Hourglass
Dec 3, 2012
Prom night!
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
beautiful dress! got lots of compliments, but runs a bit small.
Shannon
Age: 30
Height: 5' 6"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34B
Nov 11, 2012
Very flowy and elegant!
Size worn: 8L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I loved this dress. The fit was very flatte3ring and was great for a "less than perfect" figure. It is very flowy and feminine. I wore it to a black tie charity gala and it fit the occasion perfectly. If there weren't so many amazing choices offered by RTR I would consider renting it again. I am just barely 5'6", and decided to go with the 8 Long. I wore 4" heels and I have to say it was still a little on the long side (drug on the floor just a tiny bit) But I think this added to the overall effect and much preferred a little extra length over it being too short. It was difficult to zip on my own and at first led me to believe it was slightly too small. It turned out to just be3 a weird angle, and with a little help from hubby it zipped e3asily and fit like a glove.
Sabrina
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Age: 22
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 34C
Nov 11, 2012
A great formal dress for the Marines Ball!
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
I wore this dress to the USMC Ball to celebrate the 237th birthday of the Marines. It was a great color and the fabric was nice. The dress fit just right! I'm 5 feet and I could walk barefoot with it just touching the ground. I did wear 2 inch heels and it still looked great. I got a lot of compliments throughout the evening.
Kristine
Age: 17
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 107 lbs
Usually wears: 0
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 32A
May 7, 2012
I felt gorgeous with my date because of the flowy dress!
Size worn: 2R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
i would give this dress 5 stars, but unfortunately RTR told me they had no more size 0R (when it was of course available when I added it to my cart 1 month before my event). 3 DAYS BEFORE MY EVENT! That made me realize always have a back up dress! so that was a bummer. Crossing my fingers, i hoped the 2R would work and thankfully it did! It was not a snug as i hoped but it was good enough for me. The 0R would have been perfect though. By the way, if you have small boobs, this dress is perfect. AND if you're kind of on the short side, this dress is even more perfect. I never thought i could pull of a long dress because of my height, but the measurements were perfect! i only had to wear 2 inch heels. I got so many compliments through out the night and although there was a lot of stress before prom due to the size incident, it turned out amazing.
Alison
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Age: 26
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34B
Apr 19, 2012
My husband just returned home from a combat deployment to Afghanistan and I wore this dress to his battalion gala held in Las Vegas. It was perfect for the occasion!!
Size worn: 8L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I rented this dress and the CARMEN MARC VALVO Lifetime Love Gown, but decided to wear this one for a Marine Corps ball in Vegas. The dress is more on the modest side, which was good for me. It is snug in the bust area (I'm only a 34B). It fit very well, but was still forgiving for an imperfect figure. I wore with short heels (2") and it was the perfect length.
Carrie
Age: 22
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 160 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 36C
Feb 12, 2012
I loved how the dress flowed, and many of my sisters told me how gorgeous the dress looked on me!
Size worn: 8L
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
I was nervous about renting a dress online for my sorority's formal, but I was very pleased overall. I loved the one shoulder look and received a ton of compliments from my sisters! There were a couple of problems though. The dress was tight in the bust keeping me from being able to wear and bra, and it was hard to zip it by myself. Also, the stays in the back of the dress poked me all night. If the size 10L had been available for a backup size, I would have probably worn it instead. Overall, it's a great dress, and I will most likely rent again next year!
Alyssa
Age: 34
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Pear
Dec 14, 2011
My husband was totally blown away. It was so fun to wear such a gorgeous dress for a night!
Size worn: 10R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I rented this for my husband's company Christmas party, which is a very formal event each year. I absolutely loved it! It was really comfortable. Lingerie was critical -- strapless push-up bra and shaper for me -- to make it look good. It was flowy and gorgeous. Exactly floor length on me at 5-2" with flats on.
kristen
Age: 27
Height: 5' 6"
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 32B
May 6, 2013
Excellent service
Size worn: 4L
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
This is a beautiful dress, but I didn't end up wearing this. It was my backup dress to the Nicole Miller Forget-Me-Not dress. While the Nicole Miller 4L was way big, I couldn't even zip this dress!! It was way too small. I didn't get to wear it, but it is beautiful- loved the fabric and the color. The length is also short. The 4L would have barely covered my 4inch heels.
Jenn
Age: 31
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 160 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
Mar 20, 2013
runs small, i looked pregnant, i did not wear
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
color was more maroon than the picture, wire in the bust poked me
Cindy
Age: 28
Height: 5' 2"
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 36D+
Feb 15, 2013
This one wasn't too great, but hopefully the next one will be!
Size worn: 12R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
I wasn't able to wear this dress. Was way too tight for my chest. I called RTR but they never managed to get me my credit either. Its too bad though because this dress is even prettier in person.
Laurie
Age: 40
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 155 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34B
Jan 27, 2013
Customer service took care of me like I was one of their own!
Size worn: 8L
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
This dress arrived Thursday before my Saturday event. It didn't fit. I didn't order 2 sizes because the stylist said based on my measurements the 8 would fit and they didn't have a 6 available for the date anyway. So.. What was I to do??? I called first thing Friday morning and a WONDERFUL woman helped me find another gown and sent me 2 sizes of it, overnight! They totally took care of me and my Saturday event was saved! Thanks again RTR! I normally wear a 6 or 8, but when I order this dress again, I will get a 10 now that I know it runs small.
Caitlyn
Top Contributor
Age: 18
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 32D
Jan 15, 2013
Fit was fine, but maybe a little short. I am not very tall. 5'6" and could not wear heels with dress
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
LOVE your site! The dress I was sent was a very pretty dress and of nice quality. I went to a Mardi Gras Ball and the requirement was the dress to be floor length.Since they are so strict I could not even wear flats to meet the requirement. Unfortunately, I was not able to wear the dress but I did not verify the length when I ordered so I feel this was my fault. I had a personal back up dress so it was not a problem. I will certainly order a dress again and be careful to check length. I did not wear the dress so I could not provide a picture. sorry
elizabeth
Age: 26
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34C
Jan 7, 2013
beautiful
Size worn: 2R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
lots of compliments
Rachel
Top Contributor
Age: 26
Height: 5' 6"
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Athletic
Jan 5, 2013
Gorgeous, comfortable, flattering dress
Size worn: 8R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I wore it for my squad's banquet, which is super formal (the guys were tuxes). I got compliments about the dress all night and even after the event. It was comfortable to wear and hid any imperfections. And seriously - rent it and have someone take a picture as you twirl around - the skirt floats so gently!
Lori
Age: 42
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 34A
Jan 1, 2013
Great customer service!
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
This was my backup dress, and I really thought from the reviews that it would fit. The 2r did fit my pear shaped body very well at the top (34a) which was great, however per the other reviews, it does run very short! I'm 5'5" and without shoes this dress was at least 2 inches too short. That's never a problem for me, so I was very surprised! Thankfully i got a perfect fit in my other dress, so overall RTR was a huge success for me. This is a beautiful dress and a great choice if you are very petite!
Lory
Top Contributor
Age: 37
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 135 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34D
Dec 8, 2012
Very Comfortable!
Size worn: 6R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
I just had a baby a few months ago so I wanted something to hide my belly, this dress was great. Very comfortable too!
Anu
Top Contributor
Age: 22
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 155 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34B
Dec 4, 2012
Elegant and flattering
Size worn: 10R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Loved this dress. It was my first time using RTR and I wasn't sure about the sizing and everything but this dress was very flattering and draped beautifully. Had a great experience with RTR, will definitely be back for more.
tabitha
Age: 36
Height: 5' 4"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Hourglass
Nov 30, 2012
Easy
Size worn: 8R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Good
Brandi
Top Contributor
Age: 32
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 120 lbs
Usually wears: 0
Body type: Straight & narrow
Bust size: 34A
Nov 21, 2012
Gorgeous gown, my boyfriend though it was just so beautiful on me.
Size worn: 2L
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Formal Affair
I got the 0 & 2. The 0 fit great except in the chest and then the 2 was just a little too big. I had to wear the 2 though since the chest was so tight in the 0. Other than that it was great!
Brenna
Age: 21
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Petite
Bust size: 32D+
Nov 21, 2012
It's a pretty dress and my boyfriend liked it a lot.
Size worn: 8R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I love how it flows, and the material is really nice as well. It was not flattering for my body type though.
Munira
Age: 31
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 98 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Petite
Sep 20, 2012
Nice dress. I received alot of compliments. 1st time renting and def. not the last.
Size worn: 0R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Im glad I received a free 2nd dress with my first rental. I originally ordered a size 2 but to be on the safe side i got a 0 too. I tried on the 0 first and it fit. Thank goodness for the second dress. The size 2 probabaly would've been big. But i dont know because i didnt bother trying it on. While everyone wore a mermaid dress i was the only one w a one shoulder dress. Dress is comfortable.
cassie
Age: 29
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 2
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34A
Sep 5, 2012
beautiful
Size worn: 0R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
i loved this dress. they one of the two dresses they sent me was in perfect condition new, the other had ribbons that were a little worn and ragged. the dress i wore was beautiful! i would wear it again.
Christie
Age: 17
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 125 lbs
Usually wears: 6
Body type: Full Bust
Bust size: 36C
Sep 4, 2012
Just didn't work out
Size worn: 10R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
I'm 5 feet exact and the dress fit well length size. i had to size up because i am a C cup and it seems like this dress would look better for really thin girls. Overall the dress is very pretty but it just didn't work out for me.
Alyce
Age: 34
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 130 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 32B
Aug 17, 2012
Loved it! Comfort & Quality
Size worn: 4L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I got compliments all night! I am between a 4 and 6. I think I ended up wearing the 4. One note- I am 5'9" and the R was too short and the L was too long! I ended up wearing the L with very high heels.
brandi
Top Contributor
Age: 18
Height: 5' 3"
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Pear
May 13, 2012
Alright
Size worn: 8R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Got this as a back up dress but ended up wearing my first choice. The color is nice but the streamer ribbon stuff on the shoulder looked a little worn. Also no give in the bodice at all. Long for me.
Ashley
Top Contributor
Age: 29
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 175 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 36C
May 1, 2012
Didn't work
Size worn: 12L
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
I rented this as one of my two choices for a family wedding. I just had two babies back to back and am still a little soft around the middle so I was looking for a style that would be forgiving of my midsection. I normally wear a 10 or 12, and I rented the 12L. I am a 36C and I could BARELY zip the dress over my chest. You definitely need to go up a size. (My sister in law rented a dress by the same designer and had the same problem) The dress is beautiful, but after wearing maternity clothes for on and off for 3 years, I am tired of the empire wasted dresses. Nicely made and a very pretty color, just not the dress for me.
Janet
Top Contributor
Age: 42
Height: 6' 0"
Weight: 163 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 34D
Feb 14, 2012
Great dress
Size worn: 8L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
I had originally ordered a different dress but it didn't fit. I called RTR, it was Friday almost end of day and I was on PT. My worse nightmare came true and here I was last minute. Of course my internet in the hotel wouldn't work so I had to call and just try to pick another dress from memory and the wonderful help and advice from the RTR staff. I actually own this dress in black so I played it safe and ordered this one knowing it would fit. It was delivered on time and had no issues with my order. The dress was super comfy and just fit in length so I was able to wear flats. Being 6 ft that was fine with me : ) I had a baby 5 months ago so it was a forgiving dress. Thanks to RTR for making it so easy and for being so helpful. I will definitely order again.
Jessica
Age: 30
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 160 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 36B
Feb 5, 2012
Modest, classy, beautiful
Size worn: 12L
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Other
I needed a dress to host a show sign the theme of the "academy awards" and this was PERFECT! It was a little long for me in length because I couldn't wear the heels I wanted to, but everything else fit like a glove. It's a close fit around the rib cage so make sureto size up.
Sydney
Age: 21
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 128 lbs
Usually wears: 4
Body type: Athletic
Bust size: 34B
Jan 17, 2012
I absolutely loved this dress!
Size worn: 4R
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
After I read the reviews, I was a little skeptical but this dress was perfect for the formal I went to! I usually wear a 2 or a 4 and the 4 fit me great so I think it is very true to size! The only negatives I can think of are that dress isn't very form fitting and it wasn't long enough for me to wear heels and i'm 5"4 and got regular length, but other then that is was beautiful!
Kate
Top Contributor
Age: 45
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150 lbs
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36B
Dec 7, 2011
Bummed out!
Size worn: 12R
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
I was really excited to get this dress! The color is a beautiful cranberry... but it wouldn't zip across my bust, and I'm not that big! Couldn't wear it to the function as planned, and had to scramble to come up with something from my own closet! I ahve rented several things before and have been VERY happy!!!
MiKayla
Age: 20
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 170 lbs
Usually wears: 10
Body type: Pear
Bust size: 36B
Dec 5, 2011
Amazing Dress
Size worn: 12L
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
It was a beautiful dress. It looked absolutely stunning on. However, it did have the boning problems mentioned in previous reviews. It didn't bother me much. I put a band-aid over the area and I also wore a high pair of spanx that covered the area and I didn't feel it. The top of the dress was ran small. Previous posts said that it wouldn't fit over their bust, mine wouldn't zip over the bottom of my rib cage. I rented the 10L but ended up wearing the back up size of 12L because of that problem. The dresses length ran true to size though. I am 5'7" and I wore flats and I had to come up with some creative ways to keep the dress (which was about 5 inches too long at that point) from dragging on the ground. This service was great and I will definitely be using it again for my next formal affair.
Lisa
Age: 47
Nov 11, 2011
Review
Size worn: None
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Did not wear this dress because it was not what I had ordered. It was sent to me as a substitute. I tried it on, and it fit. Was not my style at all. I placed it right back in the bag.
Kristen Nevermore
Top Contributor
Age: 35
Height: 5' 7"
Usually wears: 8
Body type: Apple
Nov 7, 2011
Overall fit: True to Size
I did not end up wearing this dress to my event. Although the dress ran true to size, I didn't like the way it looked on me. I thought it was too matronly and made me look older than I really am. Or it looked like a dress a pregnant woman could wear and look good in. I mean unless you are stick thin I don't see how this dress would look flattening IRL. The detail at the shoulder didn't look anything like it did in the photo. The strips of fabric were not as wide and looked cheap. The dress was also a bit darker and duller than in the photo online. Luckily my backup dress looked and fit great and I was able to wear that instead.
Becky
Age: 26
Height: 5' 1"
Body type: Pear
Nov 4, 2011
Overall fit: True to Size
Oh my gosh I loved this dress. I wore it to a wedding. It was so figure flattering and comfortable. It did have a wire poking out but I just wrapped a bandaid over it and didn't have any problems. I have put on a little bit of weight and was looking for a dress that would conceal but also make me look pretty and this fit the bill perfectly. I felt absolutely glamorous and beautiful all night. If you have a very large bust you might need to order up a size, I am a small B cup and the top fit me snugly.
Jen
Age: 40
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 175 lbs
Usually wears: 12
Body type: Hourglass
Bust size: 36C
Oct 31, 2011
Overall fit: True to Size
Unfortunately, I was not able to wear this gown. I was excited when it arrived, because it was beautiful. However, my body just didn't work in it. I had a baby 9 months ago and still have not lost all of the baby weight, so I thought that the flowy, non-fitted dress would work well. However, my chest is also still quite a bit larger than pre-babies (yes I have 2). So, I will say that if you have a small(er) chest, this dress will be great for you. Otherwise, not so much. Also, I noticed when trying on, that the vertical supports in the dress had poked through the fabric, which, had I been able to wear the dress would have been insanely annoying. All of that said, RTR made my experience good anyway by crediting me with the cost of the rental so that I can try again once this baby weight is gone!!
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