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Elegant emerald gown

This is a great dress! It's well cut and I received a bunch of compliments. The material is on the heavier side, which made it a little hot at a 99-degree wedding, but I loved it anyway. The color is more emerald than it looks in the RtR picture, which I think is nicer. The straps and waist were a little roomy on my shorter torso, but not so much that it looked weird. Even the regular length was long on me and people were stepping on it on the dance floor. I recommend wearing the highest heels you're comfortable in if you're 5'4" or under. Overall, I had a great time in this dress!

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Size Worn: 0R

Usual Size: 0


HilaryTop Contributor

Size 0

5' 4"

114 lbs

Petite

34B

30 yrs

Browse Hilary's reviews (2)

I felt like a queen!

Almost too classy for a high school prom (I'm in my first year of college and wanted to avoid anything sparkly or poofy). Amazing construction, SO flattering for those of us with a little extra booty. I have a smaller chest and needed a large padded bra to fill out the top, but luckily that was no problem since this dress easily accommodates a regular bra. This was one of a lineup of backup dresses sent to me after my original one was ruined and I can't believe I didn't order it the first time. This dress is magic and I would absolutely recommend it!

Size Worn: 6L

Usual Size: 6


KellyTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 11"

140 lbs

Pear

34B

18 yrs

Browse Kelly's reviews (5)

This dress was perfect for my prom! It was my dream dress after trying it on in a store in Chicago.

The dress fit beautifully. Once I put on sticky-boobs my dress did not gap too much around the bust. The only section this dress was tight on was just below my boobs where my diaphragm is; it was hard to take very deep breaths while sitting, but other than that this dress was amazing. The fabric is not too heavy but not super light, so dancing was not a problem! My prom was absolutely amazing and this dress made me feel so elegant compared to all of the sparkles on every one else's dresses. I fully recommend this dress, it was so true to size. I am 17 and also ordered a 2, yet it was very big around my stomach and shoulders.

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Size Worn: 0R

Usual Size: 0


ShelbyTop Contributor

Size 0

5' 7"

115 lbs

Straight & narrow

32B

17 yrs

Browse Shelby's reviews (2)

Classy, simple elegant. Its darker than pictured and gives a nice silhouette

Fit is a bit tight in bust and if you are taller than 5ft 3 with 3 inch heels go for L

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Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 2


CorinneTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 3"

115 lbs

Hourglass

34C

34 yrs

Browse Corinne's reviews (28)

Very classic, elegant style. Perfect for a charity function!

Loved this gown!! The neckline was great as I am busty and was worried it would be too deep of a scoop. Fit is fantastic and though I would recommend a strapless bra, a balconette style could be worn. I wore the 8L as I am 5'8" and was planning on wearing heels and it worked out perfectly. Great color that would work for any season. Fabric was heavy enough that the dress laid perfectly...no wrinkled skirt. I'd definitely rent it again if I needed a gown this color in the future.

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Size Worn: 8L

Usual Size: 8


ClaireTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 8"

150 lbs

Hourglass

36D+

30 yrs

Browse Claire's reviews (6)

Formal and comfortable

It's beautiful and classy. Zipper is hard to pull up on your own, big cleveage

Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 10


DeeniTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 4"

136 lbs

Full Bust

36C

45 yrs

Browse Deeni's reviews (22)

I got compliments all evening on the dress and color. Just beautiful and understated.

I felt this dress ran very true to size. I am 5'8 and the length was perfect. Heavy fabric so it lays perfectly without wrinkling.

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6


ShelleyTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 8"

Full Bust

34D

37 yrs

Browse Shelley's reviews (2)

I wore this dress to My husband's Military Ball. The dress is even more gorgeous in person!

The dress is true to size & fits very well in the bust & hips. I wore 3 inch heels & it was perfect. Any taller of a heel would have been too much. The forest green color is even more gorgeous in person. I would rent this dress again!

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 12R

Usual Size: 10


JenniferTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 4"

156 lbs

Hourglass

36D

28 yrs

Browse Jennifer's reviews (1)

Elegant, comfortable, very structured

The color is a bit darker in person, like a deep emerald. The bodice was very structured, tight -- I couldn't have worn a bra (I didn't want to anyway), but a woman with a smaller cup size might be able to do so (or need to do so). There was still no show-through, though, because the material is a good, thick cotton (or cotton sateen?) with NO stretch. I could have worn the 4, but for some reason the 4L was MUCH longer than the 2L, and I didn't want to wear 5" heels. The 2L was perfect with my 2-3" heels (I'm 5'6"). I say the sizing is pretty true -- I'm usually between a 2 and 4, and I could have gone either way with this one.

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 2L

Usual Size: 4


HaleyTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 6"

125 lbs

Athletic

32D

30 yrs

Browse Haley's reviews (1)

The most elegant dress there.

This is a terrific dress. I wore the 2R v the 0R, which was just too tight. The 2R was perfect - a smidgen long though and I had on 5 inch heels. Otherwise just perfect. Substantial fabric, beautifully made. The color is a beautiful bright green - not dark. I got compliments on the dress all night long. Everyone just loved it.

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 2


ElizabethTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 3"

110 lbs

Athletic

34B

50 yrs

Browse Elizabeth's reviews (20)

Great fit, beautiful color!

Dress fit great. Good for we ladies who are a bit busty, but kept it classy. I could wear a short heel with it, and it was perfect. I'm 5'6. If you're smaller busted, you could wear a regular bra, no problem. Back is low, but not too low.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 2


AmandaTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 5"

120 lbs

Full Bust

34D+

29 yrs

Browse Amanda's reviews (13)

I felt so comfortable in this dress!

At 5'0 the dress skimmed the ground with three inch heels. This dress was actually my third choice as the other two weren't returned or were ruined. I was pleasantly surprised with how well it got and how comfortable I was ALL NIGHT LONG. Definitely need jewelry to spice it up. Oh, it also comes in baby pink and black!

Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 0


Michelle Top Contributor

Size 0

5' 0"

112 lbs

Athletic

32B

30 yrs

Browse Michelle 's reviews (2)

Phenomenal color! Understated elegance!!! Complimented all night!

This dress is a quality fabric with a form fitting fit. It runs true to size except in the length. I am 5'7 and wore 3 inch heels and I originally ordered the regular length. It was WAY short. Luckily they had it available in the long. It was perfect. It's a beautiful dress that comes across fancy without being flashy. I ordered it as my backup dress and decided to wear it due to it's understated beauty. Perfect for the gala I attended!

Size Worn: 10L

Usual Size: 10


Amanda Top Contributor

Size 10

5' 7"

150 lbs

Hourglass

34D

32 yrs

Browse Amanda 's reviews (2)

Great dress for my charity gala

Flattering dress, especially if you're curvy. The color was beautiful, loved it with my red hair. The 4 fit, but the 6 was more comfortable. The top was very fitted, but the waist and hips are extremely roomy. I wore a very high heel and am not very tall (5'3"), I could have even done a 6L. Fabric was nice and thick and you can wear a normal bra which is a plus! Got lots of compliments, would rent it again.

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6


MauraTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 3"

135 lbs

Hourglass

34D

37 yrs

Browse Maura's reviews (3)

Perfect for a formal charity gala! The color matched the emerald theme flawlessly.

This was my second choice after the first dress I ordered didn't fit well, but the customer service rep was extremely helpful. The 4L fit well around the bust and shoulders, but was a little big around the hips. The long is LONG, so I recommend getting the regular if you're 5'7 or below and want to wear 3-4' heels. Overall, I really loved the dress and couldn't be happier with the experience!

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 4L

Usual Size: 4


LaurenTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 6"

135 lbs

Athletic

34C

25 yrs

Browse Lauren's reviews (9)

I rented this gown for a Mardi Gras ball. Loved it, just wish it was longer. BEAUTIFUL COLOR!

I am 5'4 , 145lbs and wear a size B bra. I blessed in my rear and thighs. After thoroughly reviewing this same style in black, pink and purple, i decided to get the 8R and 10R. The 10R was way too big, the 8R was a little big, but i put a corset on that filled the top out a little more along with a normal bra. So if you are smaller on top and bigger on the bottom (hourglass), this probably isn't the best dress if you like more of a snug fit, because it definitely shows all curves. The 8R would have fit much better if I had bigger busts, but I made it work with no problem. Now for the length.... I am typically a 3 inch heel wearer. I wouldn't do so in the dress. With 2 inch heels it still didn't touch the floor. I wish i would have ordered the 8L and it would have probably been perfect. I also added the belt to break up the dress a little.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Large

Size Worn: 8R

Usual Size: 8


ReaganTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 4"

145 lbs

Hourglass

34B

28 yrs

Browse Reagan's reviews (2)

Beautiful color for a Mardi Gras ball

The dress is gorgeous and the quality is great; however, it is not at all suitable for straight and narrow body types (contrary to the description saying so). The bust and waist are very tight (couldn't wear a bra), but the hip area just hung off of me. I was still able to wear the dress since the top held it up and the dress was very structured.. But it wasn't an ideal fit at all.

Size Worn: 2L

Usual Size: 2


KrystleTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 8"

Straight & narrow

34C

26 yrs

Browse Krystle's reviews (5)

Everyone loved the dress! Masquerade murder mystery dinner!

Ended up overnighting a smaller gown than what I normally wear. Still a little loose in the midsection but for pretty great everywhere else. Length was great. I'm 5'7 wore heels and I had the regular.

Size Worn: NONE

Usual Size: 2


AmandaTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 7"

128 lbs

Straight & narrow

32B

25 yrs

Browse Amanda's reviews (9)

The color is unbelievably gorgeous--definitely better in person

I got this in 2 long and 0 regular, and wore the 2 because it fit my chest better (I'm a 34D). It was still a bit tight in the chest, but not tight enough in the waist. The length was almost perfect but about an inch long. If I were to order it again, I would get a 2 Regular (I'm 5'6"). Nevertheless, I thought it was an incredibly gorgeous dress. The material is perfection--it's thick and beautiful. The color is stunning. I wore it for prom and felt very happy in it and got so many compliments. If it looks too simple for your taste, keep in mind that the color is stunning and you will stand out in it!

Size Worn: 2L

Usual Size: 2


LeslieTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 6"

125 lbs

Athletic

34D

18 yrs

Browse Leslie's reviews (1)

Beautiful dress, great fit, amazing color!

The dress was absolutely perfect. The emerald green dress was definitely a stand out. I am about 5'7", wore 2 inch heels, and the lengths was perfect. Any higher heel though and I probably should have ordered the long. This dress is great for busty girls because it holds everything in and keeps it classy while still showing off your curves. Love this dress and received compliments all night.

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 8


StephanieTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 7"

145 lbs

Hourglass

34D

35 yrs

Browse Stephanie's reviews (1)

Loved this dress! It is so flattering and really stood out at my event.

The color is beautiful (it is darker than pictured on the model). The fabric is heavy and doesn't hold wrinkles. The size 4R was a good fit, just a little long - I wore four inch heels and needed to pin the shoulders up. The 2R was a little tight in the waist but a much more reasonable length if you are petite. The whole process of receiving and returning the gown was easy, and customer service is wonderful. I absolutely recommend this dress, and look forward to using RTR again!

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4


JennaTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 2"

120 lbs

Petite

32C

Browse Jenna's reviews (1)

Perfect for a fall wedding

I rented this dress for a formal wedding in October in Philadelphia... the material of this dress is a very thick fabric. Which held me in secure and was also on the heavier side so I wasn't freezing despite the fact that it was sleeveless. It was a tad long (I ordered long because regular wasn't available) and I also didn't wear tall enough shoes. I selfishly wore my "comfy" wedding shoes that only are a 3" heel. I received lots of compliments on the color and fit of the dress. Another home run!

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 8L

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 6"

145 lbs

Athletic

36B

34 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

Customer service is amazing! I had my dress steamed and they reimbursed me, which was not expected.

This dress fit like a glove!!! Tight in all the right places and very flattering due to the thick material. The dress was too long but hem tape and the tallest heels I could find worked perfectly! I received so many compliments that I know I had one of the most beautiful dresses at the gala.

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 0"

130 lbs

Petite

34B

30 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

This dress was a hit!! Loved it!

Every year I rent a dress for Mardi Gras Ball in Louisiana. This dress was by far my favorite. It fit like a glove yet I could still move and dance in it. The fabric is great- after wearing this dress it is now my favorite. I highly recommend it to any girl with an hourglass figure because it brings out your curves. You will not be disappointed!!

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4


HannahTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 6"

130 lbs

Hourglass

34B

19 yrs

Browse Hannah's reviews (1)

Danced the night away in my awesome dress from Rent the Runway!

AMAZING dress. The color was so vibrant and it was so comfortable. Overall, the dress fit well, however, it was a little loose around the mid-section. Love the experience. Love Rent the Runway.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Large

Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 0


AshleyTop Contributor

Size 0

5' 6"

125 lbs

Pear

32C

28 yrs

Browse Ashley's reviews (25)

A New York City wedding at The St. Regis Hotel - very classy!

The dress is extremely comfortable and very flattering - perfect for a black tie wedding!

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 4


HenaTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 3"

126 lbs

Petite

34B

24 yrs

Browse Hena's reviews (4)

Rcvd tons of compliments for this unique dress and color.

Bust runs small and was tight for a 34d. Hips and stomach gave me some breathing room but not much. I used a belt to finish the look and break up the dress, so to speak. Would definitely rent again, the dress was flattering, unique, photographed beautifully, and no one else had anything similar!

Member Fit Notes

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Size Worn: 2R


AutumnTop Contributor
Browse Autumn's reviews (1)

Great dress!

I usually wear a size 2 or 4 so I got both. The 2 was a bit snug but I wore the 4 mostly for extra length. I didn't necessarily need a bra but I wore one because I had a little extra space in that area. I'm between 5'5" and 5'6" and wore 4 inch heels and it was the perfect length. The 2 would have been too short. I wore this for a black tie wedding and got tons of compliments. Definitely recommend!

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 2


AlannahTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 6"

128 lbs

Athletic

32C

23 yrs

Browse Alannah's reviews (1)

Like a renaissance princess?

Really figure-flattering fit. Dress seemed a little plain on the hangar but the color is such a rich, gorgeous jewel tone and the fit is really everything. Was a little tight across the bust for me but I kind of felt like a princess in a corset. Very heavy material to suck you in at the right places.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 4


JessicaTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 3"

125 lbs

Hourglass

34D

27 yrs

Browse Jessica's reviews (4)

This dress fits beautifully on curvy body types; the color and material are beautiful.

The weight of the material makes it feel great on and helps the dress maintain shape. The color is stunning and it is fun to wear - perfect length for my short frame, not too tight up top or through the middle and flows away from the body in all the right places.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 8R

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 3"

150 lbs

Petite

36C

32 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Elegant, stunner of a dress, though not an ideal fit

I loved wearing this dress. It's a stunner - so elegant and classy and lovely - but simple enough that you can wear it in a sea of knee-length cocktail dresses and not feel overdressed (this was my experience, as I wore it to a wedding that was not black tie). I'm a sucker for a green dress, and the color did not disappoint. It would have been a perfect-rating dress, but I had to knock off a star for the fit. I typically wear a size 2 in dresses, but sometimes a 2 will be tight around my hips/derrier, and I'll go up to a 4. This dress in a 2 had plenty of room around my hips, but was very tight around the bust, and wouldn't zip.. In the end I felt good in the 4, but it was not an ideal fit - loose around the waist and hips. If you are a busty 0 or 2, definitely size up. The length was good for me.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 2


LisaTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 6"

130 lbs

Hourglass

32D

27 yrs

Browse Lisa's reviews (24)

I got compliments all night long on this dress. The color is more vibrant than you see on line.

In order to get the dress to fit my butt I had a size 12 which is too large for me so it did not "hug in at the waist like in the picture. However, wearing it felt wonderful. The skirt is nice and full without being too "ballgown-y."

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 12R

Usual Size: 10


LaneyseTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 5"

Hourglass

34C

57 yrs

Browse Laneyse's reviews (9)

The color was the best part of the dress

I ordered the 0R and the 2R but the 0R never arrived so I was stuck with only the 2. The 2 was large at the waist and tight on top. The color is beautiful in person, more of a jewel tone emerald in person. Received a lot of compliments and stood out at a formal wedding.

Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 2


AngelaTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 3"

Petite

31 yrs

Browse Angela's reviews (6)

Beautiful dress! Color is true to picture.

I was worried that the dress would be too long since I'm short but paired with my highest heels it just grazed the floor. I would recommend anyone of average height to rent long. The stomach portion of the dress was pretty loose but the rest fit well.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Large

Size Worn: 0R

Usual Size: 0


LisaTop Contributor

Size 0

5' 1"

108 lbs

Hourglass

32D

35 yrs

Browse Lisa's reviews (1)

Great for St. Patrick's Day

This dress was gorgeous and flattering. The only problem was it was made for someone with a longer torso than I have.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 12R

Usual Size: 10


BrianaTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 2"

Hourglass

36D

26 yrs

Browse Briana's reviews (3)

Very Elegant Gown!!

It fit like a glove and was very well made and elegant! I am pretty curvy on the bottom, so went up a size which worked out well:) I am 5'7" and definitely needed the long. I had to wear lower heels than had planned on or it would have been too short, even with the 10L.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 10L

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 7"

165 lbs

Pear

36B

36 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

Unfortunately, I was unable to wear this dress even though I really, really wanted too!!

The dress fit perfectly until it came to my hips...I am cuvry so the dropped waist proved to be a problem. The material had no give to it and would not fit over my butt!!! Definitely go a size up if you have curvy hips or a big butt! Otherwise you will find the dress will just bunch up at your stomach...Really wished I could have worn this dress though. It is gorgeous in an understated way.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Small

Size Worn: None

Usual Size: 12


JessicaTop Contributor

Size 12

5' 10"

200 lbs

Hourglass

36C

27 yrs

Browse Jessica's reviews (2)

A Great Option, But Not My Final Selection

I love this dress. Everything about it is super flattering, minus the fact that you need to order a size up if you have any hope of actually wearing this dress for you event. I ordered another dress for an event, and this dress came as my back up in the 8L, and I could zip it up, but the 10L would have been much more flattering. It was just a bit too tight to be the right dress. Also, a heads up, it's a bit short too. I wear very tall heels usually (4" and up) and you definitely would have seen my shoes. I would've have minded because I had a really cool gold option, but just be warned.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Small

Size Worn: None

Usual Size: 6


LaurenTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 9"

135 lbs

Hourglass

34B

25 yrs

Browse Lauren's reviews (4)

the color is amazing!

Get fit. If you are a true 5'6", get the long version if you are planning to wear heels.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 8R

Usual Size: 8


MonicaTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 6"

157 lbs

Pear

34C

37 yrs

Browse Monica's reviews (1)

Could not wear

The dress fits big on the waste. If you have a smaller waist and bigger hips this dress will make you look like you have no butt and no waste. That is the biggest disadvantage: not being able to taylor dresses when you rent. Otherwise, the color and fabric were beautiful.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Large

Size Worn: 2L

Usual Size: 4


LilianaTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 6"

130 lbs

Pear

34B

25 yrs

Browse Liliana's reviews (16)

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