4.5
83 Reviews

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Runs Large (6)
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Classic and stunning gown

Fit is right on. Length was good with 4" heels. This dress is even more stunning in person. So many compliments. Isn't it nice to be in a gown that looks this beautiful and you are covered? Not prudish by means! Loved this gown!

Size Worn: XSR

Usual Size: 2


KatrinaTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 5"

121 lbs

Athletic

34A

46 yrs

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I gave my daughter away in this dress. I loved it! It is comfortable, flattering and very elegant

The fit was perfect, completely comfortable . Loved it!

Size Worn: MR

Usual Size: 6


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 7"

137 lbs

Athletic

36B

50 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (4)

My first rental and I'm in love!

Size Worn: SL

Usual Size: 4


GailTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 3"

130 lbs

Hourglass

32DD

24 yrs

Browse Gail's reviews (2)

I wore this in a futuristic couple’s outfit for a fancy time-travel party! Got so many compliments.

The gown is a bit tight around the chest. I’m 5ft 4in / Size 6/8 / medium bust. I wore the SR but I think the MR would have been more comfortable. My partner wore a LL. Can be worn in lots of contexts. The top and skirt are connected. The top is a bone / light grey.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Small

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 6


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 6

30 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Understated Elegance

This dress is comfortable and fit like a dream. I'm a sea of beading and cleavage, it stood out as understated, sophisticated and elegant. Love love loved it.

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 4


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 6"

135 lbs

Hourglass

34D

38 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (3)

Elegant and sophisticated , if a little plain

A winter formal and I wasn't freezing! I'm 5'5", 137lbs, 34B, I wore the small, it was a little snug through the chest and shoulders, but was flattering and comfortable. The medium was a little loose. 2 1/4inch heels, and the hem skimmed the floor. The fabric has some give and is a little thicker so it drapes nicely and doesn't cling. Note the top is NOT white, it's a light grey. I wouldn't wear it dancing, if you raise your arms over your shoulders the lining under the light grey top piece is visible. If you want to look a little taller and thinner, this elegant, sophisticated dress will do the trick.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 6


KathleenTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 5"

138 lbs

Pear

32B

52 yrs

Browse Kathleen's reviews (5)

Fabulous dress

The fit is a bit tight around the hips if you're pear shaped like I am. However it had just enough stretch to work. The slit in the front gives the dress a sexy feel, especially when you walk. I loved this dress

Size Worn: ML

Usual Size: 8


GraceTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 7"

145 lbs

Pear

32DD

35 yrs

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Super slimming and prettier than expected!

Fit was perfect - very slimming dress. I did not expect it to fit as well as it did. I am short so it was a little long even with 5" heels. This dress was sent for free by RTR, they didn't have my backup size. What great customer service!! I wore this for our formal family pictures and just loved how it looked with my fur wrap.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: SR


LizaTop Contributor

5' 2"

31 yrs

Browse Liza's reviews (1)

Felt like a million bucks!

I'm 135 pounds - 32D , 5'3.5 - I wore 4" heels. The dress is very comfy but I could have lost a couple of pounds for this dress to fit better.

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 4


Malka Top Contributor

Size 4

5' 3"

130 lbs

Petite

32D

26 yrs

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Classic black tie

Super comfortable

Size Worn: XSR

Usual Size: 2


SarahTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 5"

Petite

33 yrs

Browse Sarah's reviews (9)

Loved this dress!

I wear a 4/6 and this fit perfect. The slit is so fun, not too high. I got so many compliments, and felt so comfortable and beautiful

Size Worn: MR

Usual Size: 8


GraceTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 5"

145 lbs

Straight & narrow

36B

27 yrs

Browse Grace's reviews (1)

The Submarine Ball is a black idea event. This dress fit the bill perfectly.

I ordered a regular size 4 and 6. The dresses arrived in regular small and medium. I have larger arms - the size small's arms were tight and I could not put my arms above my head but I didn't need to so wore the small. It fit perfectly in all the right places. The slit was appropriate - it showed just enough leg. With my 3 inch heels the dress laid perfectly near the floor. The dress is elegant, very well made and so comfortable. I received so many compliments. This dress is classy! I wore a long, slender silver necklace and simple diamond earrings. Did not want to wear anything that would take away from the beauty of this dress.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 6


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 5"

133 lbs

Hourglass

34B

60 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

My children hadn't seen me for some time & for them to see me after surgery in this dress was great!

The dress fit perfectly! I had no idea that what I would wear would look so becoming after losing 20lbs from an emergency surgery. I almost gave up on hoping that I would look nice for my son's wedding; but, a co-worker told me about Rent-the-Runway and I had just heard about it in my Audible book, The Sharing Economy...so, I joined and got the best dress ever (earrings and bracelet) that I could have had for my son's wedding! And, this was all just three days before the wedding; I ordered it and had it at my door the day before the wedding! Thank you, Rent-the-Runway team!!!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: XSR


DesireeTop Contributor

50 yrs

Browse Desiree's reviews (1)

Perfect for Black Tie Events

This dress was a dream - elegant and extremely comfortable! It has a slit down the middle to make it easier to walk/dance, so it's perfect for an event with lots of movement. Some things to keep in mind are that the top is actually more of a light grey shade than white, and it'll be a little snug in the chest area if you have a large bust.

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 4


NabilaTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 4"

130 lbs

Full Bust

32D

22 yrs

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Best dress

Wore it for a black tie. Omg so simple and gorgeous. Got so many compliments.

Size Worn: XSR

Usual Size: 0


YuanTop Contributor

Size 0

5' 4"

110 lbs

Petite

33 yrs

Browse Yuan's reviews (14)

Daughter got sick so we couldn't go to the ball. Wore it to walk the dog and do errands instead.

Fit was perfect. A little long for my short legs. A little formal for errands at CVS and Home Depot, but perfect for walking your dog around the neighborhood. I may just rent a formal gown for everyday use again! I think I had more fun doing that than I would have going to the ball. #getyourmoneysworth.

Size Worn: MR

Usual Size: 6


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 6

5' 4"

135 lbs

Petite

51 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

This was the first time I ever used RTR! The dress came On time, it fit, was easy to return !

I ordered the M and L just in case, bc I have a tendency to think I'm smaller than I really am! Glad I just opened the L and it fit perfectly! I am at a size 10 now and am 5'4" . The length was perfect With the heels I wore!

Size Worn: LR

Usual Size: 10


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 4"

152 lbs

Pear

36B

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Favorite dress I've rented from RTR!

I LOVE THIS DRESS. I seriously considered buying this dress because I love it so much. It's so classy, sexy yet modest, and could be worn to a variety of events (I wore it to a holiday Christmas party). I received so many compliments throughout the night. Most importantly, I felt confident, comfortable, and beautiful. Some of the reviews warned that this dress is tight in the bust, so I was a little nervous about that but it ended up being fine! I'm 5 ft 5 in, 135 lbs, and wear a 32DDD/E. The small regular fit me perfectly with heels. I got a medium regular as a backup, and the color on the top was more of a gray than a white; not sure if that is because the medium has been worn more times or whether a different fabric was used, so beware if you're getting a medium.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 4


PaigeTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 5"

125 lbs

Hourglass

30DDD/E

24 yrs

Browse Paige's reviews (4)

Elegant

Flattering, comfortable, and beautiful. I'm around 125 lbs and 5'4" and could wear either the XS or S sizes. I chose the looser fit with a bit longer length for my heels. Lots of compliments. Great choice.

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 4


CrystalTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 4"

125 lbs

Pear

36A

31 yrs

Browse Crystal's reviews (3)

Highly recommend for fall/winter/spring

I rented this dress for an indoor/outdoor fall wedding, and it was warm enough for 50 degrees during the ceremony, yet light enough that I didn't get too warm dancing inside. I'm a 34A, and the top of the dress was just right - a little snug, as you can see in the photo, but overall a great fit. I would not recommend for band sizes larger than 34, or chest sizes larger than an A/B cup. I typically wear a medium (6/8) in dresses but this small fit well. The top is not white - it's an eggshell/off-white color that looked great in person. The dress is a heavy material that is super flattering on the stomach and waist area. I am 5'8" and wore it with low heels, which kept the bottom of the dress just above the ground.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Large

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 8


TheresaTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 8"

145 lbs

Athletic

34A

24 yrs

Browse Theresa's reviews (4)

Rented another dress which was too short....this last minute dress was meant to be!

This gown was the perfect combination of classic conservative, professional, and DIVA for being a featured soloist for Haydn's Lord Nelson Mass in New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall. Don't let the stock photo fool you....this dress is all about the slit! Super sexy and elegant. I got so many compliments!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: ML

Usual Size: 8


KelseyTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 6"

140 lbs

Pear

36B

26 yrs

Browse Kelsey's reviews (4)

Dress was stunning.

Fit well - was a little long even though I have height and wore heels. It flowed like a train so it worked but given the opportunity again, I'd probably get the regular length.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: SL

Usual Size: 4


MeghanTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 8"

130 lbs

Pear

36B

32 yrs

Browse Meghan's reviews (12)

I'm a 34D and needed the medium. Otherwise the small was perfect. LOVE THIS DRESS!

Beautiful dress! Simple, elegant and super comfortable! If I would have gone with The small the train would not have been dragging. But went with the medium due to my bust size/fit, and loved the little added touch of a slight train.

Size Worn: MR

Usual Size: 2


Amy Top Contributor

Size 2

5' 4"

125 lbs

Hourglass

34D

33 yrs

Browse Amy 's reviews (1)

Stylist Review

A creme and black dream of a gown! Running true to size, we recommend sizing up for backup. Although this style has some stretch we do recommend it for smaller busts (A-C cup). The creme fabric is thick and will not allow for undergarments to show through. The hips are fitted and the dress is more fitted at the natural waist so we do recommend sizing up if you're curvier in the hip area. It's important to note that this gown has a slit, so be aware that your shoes will show. Pair with sleek jewelry like a cuff and cool studs.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: XSR

Usual Size: 2


JulietTop Contributor

Size 2

5' 7"

124 lbs

Straight & narrow

34B

23 yrs

Browse Juliet's reviews (13)

Loved the elegance and classic style of it. Perfect for a black tie affair.

Loved the fit. Only negative was the original photos did not show a train and it ended up having one. But overall loved it. I am very tall and it was a perfect fit.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: SL

Usual Size: 4


Kate Top Contributor

Size 4

5' 10"

135 lbs

Straight & narrow

34B

34 yrs

Browse Kate 's reviews (1)

This dress was incredibly classic and fit perfectly. Perfect understated elegance for a wedding!

The regular length was perfect for me, I'm 5'6 and wore 4 inch heels. Had ordered the long for a backup, but would have dragged.

Size Worn: XSR

Usual Size: 4


BrookeTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 6"

130 lbs

Athletic

26 yrs

Browse Brooke's reviews (1)

This was for a Gala, in March.

I wear a size 8 and 5'6" tall. With a medium size heel the length was perfect. It was a little snug under the arms.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: MR

Usual Size: 10


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 10

53 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Elegant!

I wish the top white section was a little longer since I have larger boobs and it kept coming up and showing the slip material when it was dancing. But otherwise, it was beautiful and very comfortable!

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 4


MeganTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 4"

Hourglass

32DD

21 yrs

Browse Megan's reviews (3)

Nice, professional dress...

Snug in the bust. The SR size was very short-waisted (I'm 5'9").

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: SL

Usual Size: 6


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 6

46 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

Simple elegance

This dress was absolutely perfect for a black tie optional wedding. It's comfortable, flattering, and surprisingly elegant. While both the small and medium sizes fit, the top was a bit tight on my chest and shoulders in the small size so the medium was more flattering. This difference is apparent in the second picture where I'm wearing the small on the left and my sister is wearing the medium on the right. The dress was little long on me even with 3 inch heels, but the slit does make it much easier to walk in.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: MR

Usual Size: 8


EmilyTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 5"

165 lbs

Hourglass

34D

30 yrs

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Understate elegance and comfy for a black tie academic affair

The first dress to arrive had splotchy white bleach marks around the neckline so RTR overnighted me a replacement. The dress fit perfectly and was very comfortable. Fabric is a bit thick but conceals any undergarment lines, etc. The hem was a bit snagged but wasn't too noticeable. I imagine this is from heels getting caught in it over time. I wish the top was a true ivory as it is actually a bit of a dingy color. Not sure if this is from so many cleanings or if it is meant to be that way. All in all, I felt great and very appropriately dressed for the occasion.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: MR

Usual Size: 8


JenniferTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 5"

133 lbs

Athletic

36B

55 yrs

Browse Jennifer's reviews (2)

#sophisticated

A perfect dress for a wedding! Classy and elagent! Loved every second of wearing this dress!!!!

Size Worn: XSR

Usual Size: 4


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 5"

125 lbs

Straight & narrow

25 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Modest and Classy

Pros: I was surprised to receive so many compliments from strangers with this modest dress! The front slit was a nice "trendy" feature on a otherwise classy dress. I felt comfortable and beautiful in it. Cons: Runs a bit large. I would order an XXS if available. Length was just right. Dress is a bit warm. I was at an in-door gala (cocktail hour, dining, auctions), so it was fine. If I was outside or planned to be dancing, I would have overheated.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Large

Size Worn: XSR

Usual Size: 0


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 0

5' 4"

105 lbs

Hourglass

32C

23 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (2)

Fun party, black tie. I felt great in this dress.

I wore the dress for an Oscar's Party. The dress was actually my backup dress. It was perfect, so classic and comfortable. The dress is true to size and length was perfect with 3 inch heels.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: MR

Usual Size: 8


EileenTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 5"

138 lbs

Full Bust

34D

53 yrs

Browse Eileen's reviews (1)

The dress was very classy, heads were turning all night

The dress fit perfectly, I'm almost 5'6 and wore 4 inch heels and the dress still kinda dragged in the back.

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 4


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 6"

130 lbs

Athletic

36C

28 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (4)

Flawless For A Formal Event

Always one to play it safe, I didn't want anything too glitzy or glamorous for a gala I was attending with my colleagues... and this dress was the perfect choice for just that! The dress was simple, yet elegant - and with the right accessories, you can play it up, or choose to leave it be. At 5'10 wearing heels, it was just the right length (sweeping the floor), but if someone shorter was to wear it, I'd be a bit cautious. The bust area was a bit tight in the size small (couldn't raise my arms above my head or put my hand on my hip without the white portion riding up), but chose to stay in the size small since the medium was too large and left my figure looking boxy. As for the rest of the dress, it's not too tight and if you order the right size, it's form-fitting enough to give you some shape. Overall, I loved it and would definitely recommend if someone's going for an understated look for a formal event!

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: SR

Usual Size: 4


ErinTop Contributor

Size 4

5' 10"

140 lbs

Athletic

34C

24 yrs

Browse Erin's reviews (1)

Tons of compliments on this dress! I wore it for a gala with a fairly conservative crowd.

The neck area was a little tight but otherwise fit well. The peplum top with trumpet bottom is especially great for someone fairly tall like me.

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: SL

Usual Size: 8


LisaTop Contributor

Size 8

5' 8"

150 lbs

Athletic

36A

40 yrs

Browse Lisa's reviews (4)

Overall high quality dress, but runs really small and wouldn't wear it again.

Always an amazing renting experience from rent the runway- but this wasn't the dress for me. I wore it to a "Black and White Formal" at the GA Aquarium for NYE. It was very fitting with the theme I will say that. I got it in a size large, I'm usually a dress size 8 or 10, and boy oh boy was it SNUG. But regardless it zipped up well which was nice. I think my main issue with this dress is that the portion that fits over the chest would always slide up. Like you were flashing someone but still had fabric underneath. Just made it kinda awkward, but then again, I'm a large chested gal so maybe not everyone would have that experience. If I were forced for some reason to ever wear this dress again I would size up to XL and also order it in a long. It's a nice quality with thick thick material so I could see it being good for someone else. I think the slit really saves the dress making it fun and playful- otherwise, it would look too matronly. Really this is more of a professional business gown for like a work gala than a fun NYE gown.

Member Fit Notes

Runs Small

Size Worn: LR

Usual Size: 12


SarahTop Contributor

Size 12

5' 7"

24 yrs

Browse Sarah's reviews (1)

top is not white. I got both Mediu, and Large and the color on the tops of large is OFF

i looked nice

Member Fit Notes

True to Size

Size Worn: MR

Usual Size: 12


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 12

5' 7"

170 lbs

Pear

36DD

44 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (1)

Fit great

Loved it

Size Worn: ML

Usual Size: 10


RTR MemberTop Contributor

Size 10

5' 8"

155 lbs

Hourglass

53 yrs

Browse RTR Member's reviews (3)

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