Product Details

Rock this sequin detail sheath by Elie Tahari for the dinner party. A classic shape with just enough shine to catch his eye.

Materials and Measurements

Black ponte with teal sequins (80% Polyester, 20% Acrylic). Sleeveless. Sweetheart neckline. Pencil skirt. Exposed back zipper. Lined. 38.5” from shoulder to hem. Imported.

Size and Fit

This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size down for backup (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized: 0 - 12.

BUST: Great for any cup size - comfortable room at bust
WAIST: Not Fitted - comfortable room throughout midsection
HIPS: Fitted - stretchy fabric allows comfortable room for full hips
LENGTH: Knee length - (on a 5'6" model)

UNDERGARMENTS: May be worn with any standard bra
FABRIC Fabric has some stretch
GREAT FOR: Apple, Athletic, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10".)

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Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small (2)
True to Size (88)
Runs Large (32)

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Laura's reviews
March 12th, 2015
Comfortable!

Dress arrived too late for my function, so I tried it on before sending it back to see how it fit. The 10 fit well. I think adding Spanx/stockings would have helped smooth out the tummy a bit and let it hang more nicely. Both dresses were in good condition and comfortable. Great to be able to wear a normal bra. Easy to match with shoes! The sequins were a great color and photographed differently depending on the light. Really nice dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Stacey's reviews
February 18th, 2015
So many compliments !

The fit was perfect and hugged my body in all the right places without looking trashy! Loved this dress!!!

Size worn:
0
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 120lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 8th, 2015
Loved the dress!

Tight fitting, true to size! Some of the sequins were gone or a little worn but I LOVED the dress! Got so many compliments

Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Tracy's reviews
January 10th, 2015
Great cocktail dress! I think this dress would work well on all body types.

It does run a bit big. I normally wear a 6, and I ordered a 4 as my extra size. The 4 fit perfectly. Very flattering.

Size worn:
10
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 165lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 5th, 2015
I wore this dress for a NYE wedding and felt sooooo glamourus! Tons of compliment! Best experience!

I loves that I was able to wear a regular bra, as I am a bit busty. The material allowed you to move and dance comfortably.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Tracy's reviews
January 1st, 2015
Nice Detail

I'm attaching a close up of the detailing on this dress so that the detail can be appreciated. Of the 4 rentals I've done so far this dress is my favorite by a mile. The material is on the heavy side, which I liked for New Years Eve in a cool climate. Not a "wowsa" attention grabbing head turning dress, but classy and sophisticated with a pop. I recommend this dress.

Size worn:
8
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Hailey's reviews
December 30th, 2014
Fit perfectly as expected. Very classy, but the sequins make it age appropriate

Perfect for a nice cocktail party where I wanted to still look young. Slightly low cut, but a very modest length at just above the knees. Loved the fit!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Stacey's reviews
December 14th, 2014
Great Dress!!

Dress was perfect. First time renting a dress and thrilled at the outcome. It fit nicely with a little give. Dress is lined and made of high quality material. The panel gave it a more fancy look and definitely made the dress more interesting. I received a lot of compliments. My decision was easy because of the reviews and the pictures uploaded by those who rented. This is an awesome site!!! I will definitely rent a dress again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32D+
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Stefanie's reviews
September 28th, 2014
LOVED this dress. Wish I owned it.

Absolutely LOVED this dress. It was super comfortable and made of a nice stretchy material that was also breathable/not too hot. The fit was perfect, maybe even running a bit large, since it accommodated even my large chest size no problem. As for length, I'm just over 5'3" and it hit right at the knees. The colored sequined pattern on the front was a lovely mermaid-y blue-green sort of color, just enough sparkle to make it festive. I would totally rent this one again. Wish I owned it!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Bernadette's reviews
September 22nd, 2014
I wore this for my birthday party and featured it on my blog: http://www.outfitsnotjustclothes.blogs

This was my second time renting this dress and it was just as fab as the first time. The side panels have a bit of stretch so it's super comfy, while also being slimming and chic. Received many compliments, the second pic is at my party taken by a photographer friend.

Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Rachel's reviews
July 30th, 2014
The bride LOVED teal & sparkles, so the teal sequins were perfect for this particular wedding!

The fit was fantastic; very true-to-size. The hourglass pattern of the sequins on the front was very slimming and flattering. I paired it with shiny onyx pendant earrings & bangles. I went with black heels & clutch. I highly recommend this dress. I got so many compliments!!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Brenda's reviews
June 27th, 2014
Beautiful, form fitting, gorgeous dress!

Beautiful front color, looks better in person.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 18
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 240lbs
Browse Emily's reviews
May 21st, 2014
The perfect cocktail dress.

Fit was totally perfect, and so comfortable. I got a ton of compliments - it was sexy and fun and fresh and simple. Just what I wanted. Would highly recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Browse Emily's reviews
May 3rd, 2014
Sexy, but subtle.

I rented this for a formal fundraising dinner. It is a very sexy (fit wise), but understated dress. It didn't have the complete "wow, everyone is going to compliment you all night" factor that other rentals had, but it fits like a glove and looks and feels great! My husband was wowed, and wished I could have kept it for longer. This dress fits amazingly, although it does ride up a little when you walk, and is short enough to be sexy without being inappropriate.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
February 20th, 2014
Felt so fantastic in this dress!

The dress fit true to size, with plenty of stretch and the sequined front panel was figure flattering. I was comfortable all night! Wore to a casino night charity fundraiser and got lots of compliments!

Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Jill's reviews
February 19th, 2014
Absolutely love this dress!! Perfect for a wedding!

I got so many compliments on this dress all night and shockingly it was pretty comfortable so I could dance all night. The panel in the middle is blue sequins but in some pictures it does look a little blue green-ish. I wore really simple black pumps which worked well. The dress runs a tad big and has a good amount of stretch to it. It's great, though, because you can wear a normal bra. The wedding I went to was a Sunday evening in LA and it felt like exactly the right amount of fancy for cocktail attire. Super happy with the whole process and the dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Lisa's reviews
February 19th, 2014
Very classy dress! True to size, and stretchy enough to dance the night away.

First, the dress is really more green than the blue in the photographs but I knew that because I actually saw this dress at the Tahari outlet Christmas shopping this year. I couldn't wait to wear it and was not disappointed. It had enough weight and stretch that I didn't even wear the Spanx I brought with me. I felt so expensive, and judging from compliments I received, I looked it! RTR really went the extra mile to get this dress to my event on time, their customer service team is GREAT. Thank you RTR for making me feel beautiful.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Meg's reviews
December 14th, 2013
The dress was in great condition and was great for my husband's company Christmas party.

A tad large though I did lose some weight recently so I probably could have worn the size 10. The dress was very comfortable and though I wore a strapless bra I could have worn a regular bra easily. Dresses for a large bust (I am really a G) are hard to find but this one really worked. It reads blue in the photos but its really green!

Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Athletic
Browse Sarah's reviews
October 14th, 2014
It was so fun receiving all the compliments and telling ppl how awesome RTR is!

I think it fit true to size. It was bigger through my middle, but don't think my chest would have allowed me a smaller size. Was able to eat, sit and dance very easily all night long! #wedding #rtrforlife

Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Julie's reviews
September 25th, 2014
Beautiful but not for very peary pears

Well made, easy to wear, and looked just like the photos. Unfortunately I lost the gamble that it would suit my extremely pear shape (I've been measured as a size 4 bodice, 2 waist, 8 hips). The 6 worked for the night, but it was definitely tight in the hips and loose in the chest. Still got me compliments!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Julia's reviews
September 14th, 2014
Safe backup dress

Very forgiving fit for all body types. This was my backup dress, ended up wearing it because the other dresses I ordered were damaged

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Angie's reviews
September 13th, 2014
Bigger than expected

The dress was very pretty and looked pretty good, but was larger than expected, especially in the top half. I typically wear a size 6, so I ordered a size 6 and backup size 8 since some of the reviews mentioned that the dress ran small. I'm not sure if a size 4 would have fit, but the 6 was definitely large.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Kristin's reviews
July 10th, 2014
Beautiful and form flattering, just a little warm for a Hawaii summer evening!

I was pleasantly surprised that the dress fit as well as it did. I never know after seeing them on the models, because I am certainly nowhere near as skinny as they are, but I was very pleased with the fit. The only complaint I have is that the dress is a little heavy - you'd figure a sleeveless dress would be comfortable, but it was just a little bit warm for the Hawaii humidity. All things considered, though, it was the perfect dress for a wonderful evening.

Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Apple
Weight: 168lbs
Browse Amrita's reviews
June 14th, 2014
Classy and sassy - I felt beautiful

My trouble area is my abdomen but this dress fIt perfectly - the material has a bit of stretch to it so it ends up looking and feeling as though it was made for you. Made me look like a pear rather than an apple :) I would definitely recommend renting this outfit

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Jennie's reviews
February 1st, 2015
I wore this to a pediatric cancer fundraiser in downtown Chicago.

This was my second choice dress, but luckily I received it because my first one was snowed in Jersey thanks to Juno. As others have said, this dress is not a "showstopper," but it does fit extremely well and really complimented my curves. I attached an up-close photo so you could see the sequin detailing. I felt most special because of the great fit and high-quality of the dress.

Size worn:
6
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 154lbs
Browse Kaitlyn's reviews
January 2nd, 2015
Quick shipping, the return bag makes not so easy. Nice touch with gum and lotion gift!

The top part was a little big. The bottom fit amazing, I wish I got a smaller size to fit the top because this is a tight fitting dress to begin. Would rent again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Jennie's reviews
June 25th, 2014
Too large

I rented this dress in my usual size (8) about four months ago, and I couldn't wear it because it was too large. However, I loved the concept of the dress with the teal blue sequin panel, modest shape, and low rental price. I decided I would try and rent it again in one size smaller. It fit my hips/butt this time, but it was still very, very large in the chest, shoulders, and waist. I had several inches of excess fabric. This dress is best suited for an apple shape, and the slimming silhouette would be nice for someone who wants to create an hourglass figure.

Size worn:
4
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Juli's reviews
February 13th, 2020
Runs sliiightly big.

It was longer than I expected, I'm 5'4. Overall loved it

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Lily's reviews
August 7th, 2019
Great dress!

Loved this dress. The sequins make it more fun than a plain black dress. Ended up wearing another dress that I also rented for my event because I didn't want to have to wear Spanx which I would have with this dress since it is so form fitting. I can be anywhere between a 4 and an 8 depending on the designer but the 4 in this dress was perfect. Fit like a glove. I would absolutely rent for another event in the future.

Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 21st, 2019
Beautiful dress and so comfortable! Hides those problem areas too!

The dress is a beautiful blue and a nice break from the typical black cocktail dress! I wore it to a gala dinner that listed the attire as cocktail dress. This fit in perfectly. I would definitely rent this dress again!

Size worn:
10
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 1st, 2019
Curvy girls - pay attention!

I have a VERY hourglass figure. Big hips, big chest, smaller waist. (41 - 30 - 40) Oftentimes, a dress that fits my waist will be too small in the chest. This dress in a 10 fit my hips and waist perfectly and had just enough 'give' to zip comfortably. I'm 5'4" and it was a great length. The sequins are very Interesting - they shift from blue to silver to teal to turquoise. I got a TON of compliments! The exposed zipper in the back is definitely a "style choice" I had to adjust to. (I even logged back in to be sure it was supposed to be that way!) My more fashionable friends assured me it looked great.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Allison's reviews
November 18th, 2018
Great cocktail dress!!

Usually wear a 6 but a 4 fit perfectly. Loved the neckline and the sequin detail wasn't flashy just added just enough bling! Got compliments all night! Very comfy and has a little stretch so it wasn't hard to use the bathroom or sit down.

Size worn:
10
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Kayla's reviews
October 21st, 2018
Very sparkly

This was my back up dress, I didn't end up wearing it to my event. The fit was very comfortable, true to size, and felt great. I will say it is much more sparkly in person than I expected which looked great but just wasn't what I was going for that day. I would definitely rent again for another occasion.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 152lbs
Browse Kim's reviews
July 5th, 2018
Beautiful dress!

Wore this dress for a Back to the Future themed event, where the attire was"80's inspired cocktail." Loved the dress! Fit well, was true to size and comfortable. Sequins were beautiful. Received many compliments on it. Would absolutely recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 125lbs
Browse M's reviews
July 4th, 2018
Stretchy, comfy, beautiful

Hit just below the kneecap on my 5'2'' frame. I had to size down because of loose upper half of dress. Very comfortable. Lots of compliments.

Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 5th, 2018
Fun wedding. Easy to dance in

Super comfortable. Had some stretch to it that made it an easy wear.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 4' 10"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 114lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
December 5th, 2017
Beautiful and comfortable!

Loved this dress! So comfortable and I could wear a regular bra; always a plus. It was a little tight around the stomach, which is my problem area, but I think it ran true to size. Would rent again!!

Size worn:
12
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
August 11th, 2017
I was called a mermaid...I'm ok with that!

This dress made me feel AMAZING!! One of my original size selections wasn't available, so they sent me the size 12 in this dress and the 2 sizes of my back-up dress. I put the back-up dress on first and I felt really pretty. I tried this dress on and I felt HAWT!!! It fit like a glove and I was soooo thrilled to wear it to the event. Received many compliments and would absolutely rent this dress again! Heads up - it is a bit if a thicker material and was a tad heavier and warmer than expected.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Aly's reviews
May 7th, 2017
PERFECT fit for hourglass shapes!

This is the ideal dress for curves. It was stretchy enough that I could size down, but was forgiving enough that it didn't feel too tight in any one area. It was comfortable AND cute all night long, and had just the right amount of sparkle without being overwhelming. I would recommend this to anyone!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Meredith's reviews
April 24th, 2017
Just enough flair!

I loved the sequin in the front, it provided just enough to stand out a bit, but not be over the top for a night on the town. I usually wear a 12, but the 10 fit perfectly!

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