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67 Reviews

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Runs Small (5)
True to Size (25)
Runs Large (1)
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I'm short (5' 3") so it was long and hit the floor

Love this dress, was perfect for the event. Black with just enough style pop to stand out.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6


TangelaTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 3"

140 lbs

Athletic

45 yrs

Browse Tangela's reviews (1)

The scalloped lace neckline and and draped back are gorgeous.

Fit very well and was comfortable. The only odd thing was the attached belt is much tighter than the dress’ waist, and I couldn’t button it. However, I figured out a way to use it since it is sewn on and is therefore a must. The belt comes together in the back Nd is hidden by the drape. So I just used a black hair tie to connect the ends, and that worked- totally hidden by the draped fabric. I was complimented all night!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 5"

Athletic

34C

30 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

Stunning Dress

It's really nice that they provide two sizes since you never really know how a dress will fit. This was my first time using rent the runway and I thought the dress hadn't arrived in time, I called customer service and they were delightful to work with. Turns out my boyfriend had signed for it and it had in fact arrived. I felt beautiful all night, definitely a gorgeous and classic style.

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4


ChristieTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 2"

118 lbs

Petite

34C

39 yrs

Browse Christie's reviews (1)

Beautiful dress!

Fit perfect! Received so many compliments!

Size Worn: 6L

Usual Size: 4


JamieTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 7"

150 lbs

Full Bust

34D

36 yrs

Browse Jamie's reviews (1)

Lovely dress...perfect fit

Rented this dress for a black tie wedding. It arrived on time and was a perfect fit. A little tight with the waist belt, but overall was very happy with it. Long and elegant, yet simple.

Size Worn: 0R

Usual Size: 0


JessicaTop Contributor

Size 0

5' 6"

115 lbs

Hourglass

33 yrs

Browse Jessica's reviews (1)

First night out after baby!!!

Fit was perfect! I'm 5'10" and ordered the long and it was a perfect length with heels. There is a belt on the dress that does not stretch. That was a little snug in me being 4 months postpartum, but other than that I loved this dress! Just enough cleavage without being too much!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 10L

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

33 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Sophisticated and gorgeous

I wore this for a work black tie event. It was cozy and elegant and I was able to wear a regular bra with it. It runs a bit small.


ErinTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 10"

Hourglass

36C

35 yrs

Browse Erin's reviews (5)

Super flattering!

Fits larger than other brands but not too large. Not a lot of stretch but fit comfortably and flattering. I had 3 dinners and still looked great- haha.

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6


AllisonTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 8"

140 lbs

Athletic

34B

29 yrs

Browse Allison's reviews (21)

Beautiful dress! Lots of compliments

Dress fit as expected and I could wear it with a notmal bra. Felt great, comfortable to wear, and lots if compliments. NOT your average LBD. Would definitwly rent again for a black tie affair!

Size Worn: 8R

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 5"

34DD

35 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

Great dress - perfect fit and style for Charity Gala event!

This was my back-up style (original one we decided was too fancy and sparkly for the event), and I loved it! Per other reviews stating that the bust size ran tight on larger-busted women, I ordered a size up from my normal size 6. I had some wiggle room, but preferred that over the potential of a too-tight top. This dress can be worn with a regular bra, no problem. There is a "belt" that hooks at the small part of the waist to ensure a nice silhouette along with a side zipper. Length was great - I'm 5'3" and wore a 2-inch heel. Nice material, comfortable to dance and sit in. Zero complaints!

Member Fit Notes

Runs Small

Size Worn: 8R

Usual Size: 6


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 3"

135 lbs

Full Bust

34D

37 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Amazing!

Fit like a glove! Stylist was awesome in picking out this dress that I would never have picked otherwise

Size Worn: 2L

Usual Size: 2


DavethTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 6"

140 lbs

Hourglass

34C

34 yrs

Browse Daveth's reviews (1)

Beautiful dress. Was not too tight and could definitely dance all night! Got tons of compliments

Didn't love the way the sleeve hit on my arm. Overall true to size.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 12


NancyTop Contributor

Size 12

5' 6"

140 lbs

Hourglass

32C

25 yrs

Browse Nancy's reviews (8)

This dress was beautiful.

Funny story, this was not the dress I ordered!! I originally ordered something else, and last minute, RTR emailed to say they couldn't deliver the dress. They graciously sent me several dresses to choose from based on my previous rentals and style. I chose this and it was a total hit. I love looking at these photos of me in this dress. Very sexy, and very flattering. It gives the illusion that you are showing skin up top, but its mostly material that appears see-through. Check it out. I curled my hair in an old hollywood glam wave look and it was perfect.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 8


JulieTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 7"

145 lbs

Athletic

32B

34 yrs

Browse Julie's reviews (1)

Fit perfectly!

Loved this dress!!! It fit great. I received many compliments.

Size Worn: 6L

Usual Size: 6


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 9"

135 lbs

Hourglass

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

Beautiful and comfortable!

This dress was actually the backup to my backup that I ended up getting shipped overnight to arrive on the day of my event. Luckily it fit perfectly. The peekaboo lace on the sides/front is a beautiful pale pink (which I felt didn't show well in RTR pictures). The slit in the front makes the dress a little more "moveable" and I'm glad I ended up with a good option!

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6


NicolleTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 3"

135 lbs

Hourglass

34D

28 yrs

Browse Nicolle's reviews (2)

Amazing dress!

This dress is very flattering. I am 5"2 and typically a 4. I wore the 4R and the length was perfect with heels. The fit was pretty true to a size. The lace detail on the bust and under the arms is very flattering. If you have a large rib cage I would recommend sizing up. There is a subtle belt right under the bust line and may be tight if you have a larger rib cage. This dress is really comfortable and looks lovely on. Would absolutely rent again!

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4


MaryTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 2"

130 lbs

Athletic

36D

24 yrs

Browse Mary's reviews (4)

So many compliments! Great fitting dress.

It's a beautiful dress. I'm a 2 or 4P regularly but I read reviews about the bust. I'm a 32 DDD so I went up a

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 4R


RTR MemberTop Contributor

28 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

I felt so beautiful!

This dress is beautiful and I received so many compliments! There is not a whole lot of "give" in the material of this dress. I rented the 4 and 6. (I'm a usual 4) The 6 was too from the waist up but fit ok everywhere else. The 4 was snug but worked much better...with little room to spare. I was still comfortable but I would definitely suggest sizing up on your second size and trying both and going with whatever feels better. It was the perfect dress for a formal wedding. The dress falls straight down with little room in the hip/thigh area, but I still managed to dance the night away!

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4


KristenTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 7"

145 lbs

Hourglass

34C

31 yrs

Browse Kristen's reviews (44)

Received a ton of compliments! The lace detailing makes the dress!

Fabulous classic dress!!! Fits like a glove and is super flattering! Highly recommend for any formal event.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 4

43 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Great dress. Lots of complements

Great dress for my work holiday party. Very flattering

Size Worn: 12R

Usual Size: 10


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 6"

165 lbs

Full Bust

36D

29 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

Classy, sexy, fit like a glove.

My favorite rental so far! This dress holds everything in perfectly and has elegant details. The neckline is not too deep and not too conservative, and the slit in the front is sexy without you having to worry if you are showing too much. I have a bigger butt, so I was worried it would be too tight but I had the right amount of room without looking baggy. My one and only complaint is the empire waist band was a tad tight, but the dress still zipped easily.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4


KristenTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 4"

135 lbs

Athletic

32DD

27 yrs

Browse Kristen's reviews (5)

Gorgeous dress!

Fit was perfect! The length was great, even at 5'2".

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6


Stephanie Top Contributor

Size 6

5' 2"

135 lbs

Pear

33 yrs

Browse Stephanie 's reviews (2)

RTR Team Member Review

Stunning black gown by Raoul! Running true to size, we recommend going one size up for backup. With no stretch in the fabric and a tighter fit in the bust, this dress is better for smaller cup sizes. This gown is fitted at the waist and hip area, so if you’re curvier, you may want to consider sizing up. One thing that I love about this dress is the lace detailing at the neckline; however you would have to wear a NuBra or no bra for this look. At 58” from shoulder to hem, this gown is perfect to wear with heels for a gala or black tie wedding. Pair it with silver jewelry and any color heels.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 2


BrookeTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 4"

115 lbs

Petite

32A

21 yrs

Browse Brooke's reviews (32)

Very classy dress!

I wore this dress to a black tie event for work. It was very comfortable and classy. The lace is a great detail.

Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 2


LaurenTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 4"

120 lbs

Hourglass

32D

27 yrs

Browse Lauren's reviews (4)

Gorgeous dress... just buckle on belt was missing

Love how it fit! Gorgeous dress! Lots of compliments! The hooks on the belt buckle were missing so I had to safety pin the belt! That is literally my only complaint! Love the dress otherwise!

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 4"

120 lbs

Athletic

31 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Comfortable and pretty

I had to wear a padded bra. It would have been fine without, but I didn't fill it out. Other than that, it fit like a glove. I am 5' 7" and I think it could have been an inch longer.


LizTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 7"

140 lbs

Hourglass

34B

38 yrs

Browse Liz's reviews (10)

Perfect fit!

I am 5'-6" and the long was perfect with heels.

Size Worn: 8L

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 6"

149 lbs

Straight & narrow

36C

39 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Beautiful but the top is unusual

So really try to look through as many pictures as you can. The top is two distinctly different parts. The lacy underlay is against your skin and then the solid black part is almost like a sheath on top of it. Its really pretty but i think better suited to a b cup and above. A huge pro is that you can wear a regular bra underneath it! It was a little bit short for me at 6'1" and my feet were poking out at the bottom with flats on. The middle slit was super easy for dancing and walking. I would recommend this again.

Size Worn: 6L

Usual Size: 6


KatieTop Contributor

Size 6

6' 1"

150 lbs

Straight & narrow

34A

26 yrs

Browse Katie's reviews (49)

The dress was beautiful and unlike anything I have ever worn. I got a lot of compliments!

I am a 34dd so the bust was too small in the 8R. The dress runs a bit small anyway so the 10R was good.

Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 6"

150 lbs

Full Bust

34D

30 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Great fit and made me feel beautiful!

I loved this dress. I sized up because I have a larger bust (ddd). I was able to wear a regular bra. The lace on top is beautiful and I loved the way the black fabric draped over it in the back. The only thing I didn't love about the dress was a belt that goes right below the lace. It was very tight around my chest.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 12R


RTR MemberTop Contributor

32 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

I received multiple compliments on this dress!!!

Perfect dress for a formal wedding. I am 5'2 so I had to wear pretty high heels but that was the only con. Dress fits very true to size.

Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 10


MarieTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 2"

151 lbs

Full Bust

36C

28 yrs

Browse Marie's reviews (1)

Gorgeous dress but runs a bit small with no stretch in the material.

Beautiful dress with unique detail. The only problem I had with the dress was the belt. It's hard to see from the image but there is a belt sewn to the dress that does not adjust and has no stretch. It is very tight and uncomfortable. I wish I would have sized up for my back up dress solely because of the belt. By the end of the night it was very restrictive. I received a lot of compliments on the dress and would rent again if it wasn't for the belt! Also the skirt has no stretch its fairly tight but I didn't find it to be a problem. I'm 5'2'' and 150 lbs and I wore the size 8R which was a little long even with heels.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Small

Size Worn: 8R

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

27 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (8)

The picture is deceiving!

I didn't realize that the top of this is a blouson while being 2 pieces. The lace underway was gorgeous, but then there was a loose, black overlay that just didn't seem to work right on me! The cut of the dress was awesome-I just didn't care for the overlay blouson top!

Size Worn: NONE

Usual Size: 6


KTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 7"

135 lbs

Athletic

34B

31 yrs

Browse K's reviews (21)

Perfect for a formal affair

Was a little long but was ok with 4" heels. Conservative, beautiful dress.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 10


PamelaTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 2"

160 lbs

Apple

36D

38 yrs

Browse Pamela's reviews (1)

Great fit!

After just having a baby....I wore this too a wedding tins of compliments...made me feel great

Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 8


JennTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 2"

138 lbs

Full Bust

36D

39 yrs

Browse Jenn's reviews (3)

Beautiful dress.

Very comfortable, no bra needed. It's much prettier in person. Classy unusual details.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 4


BelindaTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 6"

126 lbs

Hourglass

32D

40 yrs

Browse Belinda's reviews (8)

Love!!!!!

Perfect fit and absolutely gorgeous dress! 6R was perfect for me 5'5" 130.

Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6


NicoleTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 5"

132 lbs

Pear

34B

45 yrs

Browse Nicole's reviews (6)

N/A

I didn't end up wearing the dress because another that I rented for better, but the dress looked amazing! Very dressy and flattering, I would recommend ordering a size up because the belt is very tight. You won't be disappointed with this dress. You can wear a normal bra as well.

Size Worn: 2P

Usual Size: 2


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 1"

120 lbs

Athletic

34B

41 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

Perfect fit and silhouette

Great length, I’m 5’8

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 14


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 14

45 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Backup dress

I ordered this dress for a formal event. My husband slightly preferred the other dress I ordered, so I went with that one. But I am absolutely ordering this dress for our next event! It's understated and gorgeous; the listing photos seriously don't do it justice. Gave me the illusion of an hourglass shape, and the blousson top was so lovely and flattering. The belt is a bit fidgety--not just a simple hook and eye but also has a snap--epsecially since it snaps towards the back where it's impossible to see. Other than that, a total dream!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: 10R

Usual Size: 8


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 4"

145 lbs

Apple

34A

36 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (3)

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