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Purple Explosion Dress by Robert Rodriguez Black Label

Purple Explosion Dress by Robert Rodriguez Black Label

Purple Explosion Dress by Robert Rodriguez Black Label

Purple Explosion Dress by Robert Rodriguez Black Label

Robert Rodriguez Black Label

Purple Explosion Dress

Rental $100 Retail $795

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Exclusive to Rent the Runway! Look sexy and vibrant in this to die for Robert Rodriguez Black Label asymmetrical mini! It’s the ultimate dress for a bachelorette party, birthday, or night out on the town! Go with earrings like the Badgley Mischka's Dramatic Drop Earrings.

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Purple silk. One shoulder neckline. Black sequin inserts. All over ruching. Hook-and-eye closure. Hidden side zip. 34'' from shoulder to hem.

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

BUST: Great for any cup size - deep V neck reveals cleavage; fuller busted women should consider sizing up for a more conservative look
WAIST: Very fitted - fitted at natural waist; ruching and sequin insert conceal lower abdomen
HIPS: Very fitted - for curvy women, size up
LENGTH: Mid-thigh - (on a 5'5" model)

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

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AJ

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Nov 9, 2011

A low key New Year's in NYC with a small, close group of friends.

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I wore this for New Years Eve and received a ton of compliments. Was a fairly easy fit and runs true to size.

Gabriela

Top Contributor

Age: 25

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 160 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36C

Apr 9, 2013

Perfect Fit for a Perfect Night!

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Great dress! Holds it ALL in. So flattering yet comfortable. The fabric doesn't give at all so make sure to get your normal size and maybe one size up. The color is VERY unique in person. Photographs more purple than it looks the blue it looks in person. Length is pretty long so its conservative. Not a Vegas dress but formal and classy

Chelsea

Age: 30

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Apr 7, 2013

Got tons of compliments all through the night.

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I felt like the dress was a little constrictive at the beginning of the night. But as I danced more it became a little looser and more comfortable. Definitely a fun, sexy little dress that will turn many heads.

Catie

Age: 18

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Mar 31, 2013

Perfect!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Wore this dress to my high school formal. I ordered a 2 and a 4 and had to squeeze into the 4. very different from other dresses, structurally. very comfortable and i received compliments throughout the night!

Brittany

Age: 26

Height: 5' 5"

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 32C

Mar 12, 2013

I got compliments the entire night! New years-Amazing color, felt so amazing in this dress.

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Fitted but comfortable. One-sided strap stayed up all night

Justina

Age: 32

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Mar 8, 2013

This color was perfect for a NYE party! Don't forget the boob tape or a major disaster awaits!

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I typically wear a 4 and I rented a 4 and a 6. I ended up wearing the 4 because of the awkard strapless side. I was afraid that the 6 would lead to a show I didn't want to put on if ya know what I mean. Boob tape didn't to the trick because of the fabric so I Improvised and wore the strap you hang the dress from as a mini strap and used my hair to cover it up. It was a bit snug but you couldn't tell because the rouching was so flattering. Sitting on low stools and not revealing anything was a challenge, but probably no different than any other dress. I wore this to an intimate house party with close friends so it ended up being amazing, but if was for a more formal affair I think I would have been upset with the extreme awkardness of the strapless side.

Sonya

Top Contributor

Age: 19

Height: 5' 4"

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Feb 26, 2013

I loved the color!

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Date

Loved this dress!

Krystal

Age: 32

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34B

Jan 6, 2013

It was stylish, flattering around the waist, accentuates the bust lovely like. Loved it

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

I am 5'7" 130 lbs. typically a size 4/6. The 4 fit best. Many compliments

Xiomara

Age: 40

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 108 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32C

Jan 3, 2013

Beautiful dress and it fit great.

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

Originally ordered 0 but ended up wearing the 2. I am very athletic, runs true to size. If you are a C cup you won't get into the size 0.

Karina

Age: 19

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 110 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34B

Dec 29, 2012

Talk of the night

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I wore this to homecoming and everyone loved it! I was complemented all night. The style of the dress was very flattering and having the black jems poke out on different parts of the dress added a little something to it. I loved that it was one shouldered too! everything about the dress was perfect. It was the first dress I have rented and since then I've rented other dresses.

Rachel

Age: 24

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 100 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 32D

Oct 14, 2012

I wore this dress when I attended the AMAs as a seatfiller. I did not want to give this back.

Size worn: 4

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The dress was very forgiving due to the folds. The indigo color of the dress is unique enough to make you stand out but it doesn't shout "look at me!". The neckline of dress is one of the most unique necklines I have ever seen. The sequins add a nice contrast to the fabric of the dress. I would rent this for a party, formal, or even a wedding. It is fairly short so it may not work great for someone who is 5'10" or taller or for a situation that you should be wearing a longer dress. You won't be able to wear a necklace so make sure to get some big earrings and bracelets for the occasion.

Rachel

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Age: 31

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34D

Sep 22, 2012

This dress is amazing! I received more compliments on this dress than any other I've ever worn.

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Wedding

This is a great summer wedding dress! I fit into a size 4 until the zipper was up by my boobs. There was no way I was going to be able to zip it up. I'm glad I ordered the size up because that ended up working out great. Make sure to have double sided tape when you wear this dress because the hanger strap will pop out if you don't double sided tape it down inside the dress.

Jillian

Top Contributor

Age: 28

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 119 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34B

Aug 30, 2012

Felt fabulous in such a beautiful dress

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

The color is even prettier in person. I wore a 0 and it fit well but the strap around my neck was a little tight. Overall this is a fabulous dress and got tons of compliments.

Carrie

Top Contributor

Age: 22

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 135 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Aug 24, 2012

wore to a friend's birthday party and received endless compliments!

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Large

Rented for: Party

This dress is my favorite rental from RTR. I recieved it as a back up dress because the dress I originally wanted was not available. It fit really well, I just wish I had ordered it in a size 6 instead of an 8. The shoulder that does not have a strap was a little strange at first but my hair covered it so that did not bother me. I will DEFINITELY rent this dress again.

Myra

Age: 19

Height: 5' 1"

Weight: 110 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32B

Jul 16, 2012

plenty of compliments on this dress. great shape. fun and edgy!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I wore this for my homecoming dance last fall. But since I'm writing this review so late I can't remember if I rented the 0 and 2 or the 2 and 4. I'm usually a 0 or 2.The smaller size I got was too tight mainly on the bottom half. So I wore the bigger size and it would shift a little and wasn't as fitted but it still looked fine. It seemed like an inch or two long on me, but I'm really short. It was super comfortable and easy to dance and move in.

soni

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 124 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 32B

May 25, 2012

Red carpet ready!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I wore this for an awards show in Vegas - the dress is BEAUTIFUL and I felt like a star. It runs true to size/slightly small. The 0 fit like a glove but I was going to be sitting most of the night so I went with the 2 because the hem is actually narrower than the hip of the dress, and the dress felt infinitely tighter when I sat down. Since there's ruching you don't really notice it too closely, but there was a bit of gathering around my hips compared to the skirt - an important thing to note if you're a pear like me, because you may have to go up a size or two depending on how much wider your thighs are than your hips. The neckline is awesome and there's a stiffness to the strapless side, so it stays up all night.

ashley

Age: 20

Height: 5' 1"

Weight: 113 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 32B

Apr 18, 2012

Great dress! Would definitely rent it again!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress was BEAUTIFUL. I wore it to my spring formal and received tons of compliments! The fit was a little tight and the side without the strap did tend to fall down, but overall I was very pleased with the dress!

Melissa

Age: 30

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 32A

Jan 2, 2012

I received so many compliments on this dress and I felt great wearing it!

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

Loved loved loved this dress! Fit perfectly in all the right ways. Had to use fashion tape to hold up the flap with no strap for peace of mind, but otherwise flawless.

Jada

Age: 38

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 107 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32A

Jan 1, 2012

Loved the compliments I received, and I will cherish the wonderful photos of me and my husband.

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I love this dress. The color was awesome and really great in pictures. The only problem was the side zipper. The zipper did not lay flat and would buckle up a little bit throughout the night. Other than that, it was great. Love that I had a great dress for the night and don't have to regret paying more for a dress that I would have only worn one time. RTR is a great concept.

Abby

Age: 24

Height: 5' 3"

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32C

Nov 30, 2011

I got many compliments on the color of the dress, as well as the style and cut.

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

This dress fit very true to size and was very flattering on a petite frame. I would highly recommend it!

karlee

Top Contributor

Age: 49

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 118 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 34B

Nov 29, 2011

I danced all night long in this dress! I received many compliments and was told my dress was stunning.

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Other

I wore this to a dance of mine and loved it! The boning in it gave a great shape, was very slimming, and the perfect length. However, the one strap on the shoulder dug in somewhat when I was dancing. Overall, I loved this dress.

Brennan

Top Contributor

Age: 24

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 150 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 32B

May 9, 2013

Loved the dress...but definitely size up!

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

Really cute dress...perfect for my event...however, it does run a little small. I had a bit of trouble driving/sitting down in it.

TT

Top Contributor

Age: 34

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 138 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 32A

Mar 22, 2013

This is a pretty, sexy, stylish dress!

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

So, of the dresses I rented, this was NOT the one I thought I'd like the best....but I did. It looks great on and has great style. I wear a 6 and it fit perfectly....hugging my body just enough. I ended up wearing a different dress, but this one, I would probably rent again for a proper event. I'm only 5 ft 4in and it is NOT as short as it is on the model. It hit me more mid-thigh. But the quality is great. It has a super cute profile look. Nice dress.

Morgan

Top Contributor

Age: 27

Height: 5' 1"

Weight: 112 lbs

Usually wears: 0

Body type: Petite

Bust size: 32A

Mar 14, 2013

Cute Dress but didn't wear it

Size worn: 0

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

I rented this dress for NYE, but ended up going to a more casual event, so I didn't wear it. It was cute on, but was pretty tight. I'm pretty small, and small chested, and the top part was still very tight and squished my boobs in. Also, the rouching in the middle was a bit much and ended up making me look more bulky than I would have liked. It's a good dress if you want to show off your legs and maybe hide a little tummy pooch. I like that it's different and interesting, but the way it fits will not work for everyone. I would definitely size up on this one.

LB

Top Contributor

Age: 26

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Feb 26, 2013

Beautiful, but didn't work for me

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Formal Affair

This dress is absolutely beautiful but there is hardly any stretch or "give" in the waist/hips area. I knew I would be sitting a lot at my event so luckily I had rented a back-up (the Tracy Reese "Bardot Bow" dress) and went with that one instead. Typically I wear a 6, but had read that this dress runs a little small so I rented an 8...I probably would have been more comfortable in a 10, though then the top might have been a little big. I really wish it had worked out!

Sarah

Top Contributor

Age: 27

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 8

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34D+

Feb 13, 2013

Always awesome. I got this dress for $25 after ordering another dress.

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

Unfortunately , I didn't get to wear this dress because it didn't fit. I would definitely recommend for the curvy gals that you order a size up or consider a dress with a different cut. The dress fit everywhere except the bust, which was a bit dangerous on the open side even though it fit on the sleeve side.

Kathryn

Top Contributor

Age: 25

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Jan 15, 2013

Absolutely tiny fit.

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

I ordered the 2 and the 4, I am usually right in between so depending on the material one always fits. These were so small I had my friend a 0/2 try them on and she could BARELY zip up the 4. Dress is beautiful and I wish I could have worn it but sadly neither fit.

Amy

Age: 45

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 36D

Jan 4, 2013

Too small

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Date

Cute dress and would have worked for the occasion except this dress ran so small both the size 4 and 6 I ordered were too tiny. Unfortunately I didn't try them on until close to my event date or else I would have returned immediately.

Chelsea

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34B

Jan 3, 2013

Not what I expected

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

I loved this dress in the pictures but in person it was completely different. The black sparkles looked a little cheap and it did not fit the way a nice dress should. The one-shoulder side pulled very tight to make that side of my chest look flattened down while the other side without a strap didn't hide my bra - or enough to not wear a bra. I tired everything (tape, bra, no bra) to be able to wear it but it never looked good. Save your money and rent a better crafted dress that will be more flattering. It also runs very small and does not have any give in the fabric so if you do decide to rent anyways - rent up a size.

Rae

Top Contributor

Age: 46

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 125 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Full Bust

Bust size: 32D+

Dec 29, 2012

Glamorous!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

This was a great dress that is even nicer in person than it looks in the photos. It fit well, but I did have to use Hollywood tape to keep the strapless side from bending outward. Probably better for a bust size smaller than D.

Susie

Top Contributor

Age: 29

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34B

Dec 15, 2012

it looked awkward

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Other

I received this dress as a backup, as the dress I originally wanted was not available. It was very narrow in the hips and the rusching was not flattering. I wore something else.

Shaina

Age: 34

Height: 5' 3"

Weight: 129 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34A

Dec 11, 2012

Loved the dark purple and one shoulder - gorgeous fit!

Size worn: 2

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

I loved this dress! It was actually my backup to the Herve Leger bandage dress but once I put it on I just didnot want to take it off. I definitely should have gotten a size up because of my athletic build - my traps made it extremely hard to zip up haha. But I stuffed myself in and it was a great night :)

Katie

Age: 25

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 4

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34A

Dec 9, 2012

The service was great, but the dress was not.

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

The dress arrived in perfect condition, unfortunately it was so tight I could not even get it on. I ordered the 4 & 6. Be aware that this runs extremely narrow in the hips and does not stretch at all! Since I did not wear it, I got a refund and can't wait to pick out a dress for NYE this year (that will hopefully fit!)

Sarah

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Age: 27

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: 130 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 34C

Oct 9, 2012

The dress fit really well and was great for the formal event

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The flap did come down a bit but the tape helped. Otherwise it was a great form fitting dress. The bottom is fitted so you can't dance that hard

Jen

Age: 25

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120 lbs

Usually wears: 2

Body type: Straight & narrow

Bust size: 34B

Oct 1, 2012

N/A

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Wedding

My back-up size for the original dress I rented was out of stock the day before it was to be sent, so I chose this as my free back-up dress. I'm normally a 2, but this dress didn't fit - way too tight but it was really pretty! I don't think it's appropriate for a wedding, but would recommend for a night on the town! Just size up on this one.

Paige

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Age: 20

Height: 5' 10"

Weight: 155 lbs

Usually wears: 10

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36B

Sep 13, 2012

The dress was a nice color for pictures

Size worn: 10

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Formal Affair

The dress was very straight. I have an hourglass figure and it really didn't accentuate my waist at all and was really lose there.

Amanda

Top Contributor

Age: 25

Height: 5' 6"

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Aug 29, 2012

Not my fave

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

This was a cute dress but it was a little too tight and too sexy for the event I was attending so I ended up wearing my back-up dress instead. I would recommend this dress for a night of going out when the sexiness is more appropriate! Fit was a little bit on the small side.

Carey

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Age: 36

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 132 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Athletic

Bust size: 34C

Aug 26, 2012

Lovely dress!

Size worn: 6

Overall fit: True to Size

Rented for: Party

The dress is very flattering and sexy. You will not regret renting this dress.

Julia

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Age: 20

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 140 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Pear

Bust size: 34B

Aug 22, 2012

Sent as Back up Gorgeous dress

Size worn: None

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

RTR sent this dress to me last minute because my other dress became unavailable. The dress was great, such a pretty color! However, it was way too formal for the event I was going to. I tried on the dress just for fun. I am wider in the hips but the 8 fit like a glove!

Lauren

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Age: 29

Height: 5' 8"

Weight: 145 lbs

Usually wears: 6

Body type: Hourglass

Bust size: 36B

May 14, 2012

Snug & Sexy

Size worn: 8

Overall fit: Small

Rented for: Party

I rented this dress for a charity event and it was a hit! It was definitely a tight dress so if you're planning on sitting down a lot, i wouldn't recommend. It was very flattering and a great purple color. I liked the pops of sparkle too! Great dress!

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