“Safe dress for a first rental”
- Height 5'1"
- Weight 142 lbs
- Bust 36C
- Body Type Petite
- Age 60
- Size Worn 10R
- Usual Size 8
- Overall Fit True to Size
- Worn To Formal Affair
I rented this dress because everyone said it ran short and I'm barely 5'1". It's nearly impossible for me to shop for anything that doesn't have to be drastically altered. It worked out well. I ordered the 8 and the 10. The 8 was the one that fit, but it had a problem with the side zipper popping outwards two to three inches directly at the hip which ruined the sleek silhouette of the dress. I wasted a couple hours trying to see if I could get the zipper to lie flat but it appeared to be a problem with the way the zipper, lining and dress were sewn together at that spot (that particular dress should be taken out of circulation). I gave up and ended up wearing the 10 which was not as flattering but at least the length was perfect. What made the rental a winner was the jewelry I got to go with it. Even though the dress wasn't perfect, I still felt like the overall impression was quite good. The dress itself is forgiving and the fabric stretchy. A slightly tighter fit looks much better than a loose fit.
–Veronica
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