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Rent this sparkling bow back dress by Milly for a holiday cocktail party. Add a pop of color by accessorizing with the RJ Graziano's Watercolor Stone Statement Necklace.
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Black sparkle matelasse. Crew neckline. Deep scoop back with bow detail. Full skirt with pleating. Hidden back zip. 34'' from shoulder to hem.
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This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size up for back-up size (see following fit notes for exceptions).
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BUST: Great for any cup size- high neckline so larger busted women should consider sizing up
WAIST: Very fitted - fitted at natural waist
HIPS: Not fitted - fuller skirt conceals hips and backside- curvier women should consider sizing up for length
LENGTH: Mid-thigh - (on a 5'5" model)
UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra or NuBra due to low back; wear with SPANX for additional cinch around waist and hips
FABRIC: Fabric has no stretch
GREAT FOR: All body types
(Model's height is 5'9".)
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Erin
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Age: 22
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 150 lbs
Canonical User Type: 6343
Oct 19, 2012
This dress made me feel so elegant, classy, and flirty!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
It fit perfectly, short enough to be cute and fun, long enough to be elegant. I loved the high neck in the front and the medium to low back. It's SO comfortable and easy to move in. I wish I could buy it!
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elizabeth
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Age: 26
Body type: Pear
Canonical User Type: 6441
May 9, 2011
Fits perfectly in all the right places!
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
This dress is amazing. It was just a little tight in the waist but otherwise perfect. I have larger hips so I was worried about that but it was no problem. Wore it to a family wedding with a different necklace- that I thought showed off the dress better. It has the cutest pink lining. I seriously wanted to keep it.. would've been my go to LBD.
Alyssa
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 26
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130 lbs
Canonical User Type: 5433
Oct 16, 2012
I wore it for my birthday which is also valentines day! Perfect dress and my boyfriend loved it!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Date
Material is shinier in person and it fits great. Space through the hips but not too big on the top. I am a 4 on top and I wore the 6 because of the hips. Overall great!
Caroline
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 27
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140 lbs
Canonical User Type: 5432
Sep 24, 2012
Awesome!!
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
fit SO great!
felisa
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 46
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125 lbs
Canonical User Type: 5633
Oct 10, 2012
The dress was beautiful. Perfect fit!
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
First the service was wonderful! They didn't have a size I needed and offered me two additional dresses! I had a very difficult time choosing. Loved the dress. Perfect for the wedding or practically any event. I ended up wearing simple jewelry because of the metallic threading woven through the material. And my pictures show two different shoes: black patent and suede nudes. I wore the nudes because it elongated my legs. Unless you have very long legs like the model in the picture, the dress is just a little over the knee. The back is low with a bow which was a nice contrast to the more modest front. Really loved it!
Taylor
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Age: 30
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150 lbs
Canonical User Type: 6543
Sep 30, 2012
Cute dress, much more sparkly in person than the photo shows.
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Very cute, would be great for a christmas party. I wore for a friends summer wedding....
Meg
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 19
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135 lbs
Canonical User Type: 5234
Sep 30, 2012
I loved the dress and got so many compliments.
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
It was true to size and really comfortable but looked great at the same time.
Laura
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 10"
Age: 28
Body type: Straight & narrow
Canonical User Type: 4441
Sep 23, 2012
Fun for a wedding!
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
The back of this dress is really cute! I received many compliments on it!
Katie
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 25
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 115 lbs
Canonical User Type: 3433
Aug 12, 2012
Great Dress!
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I wore this dress to my sister's sorority installation dinner. It was so beautiful and understated; perfect for the event.
Kristin
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 33
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160 lbs
Canonical User Type: 6533
Aug 27, 2012
I asked the staff for a size recommendation and their advice was spot on.
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
This dress fit really well. I got a lot of compliments and everyone was asking where I got it. The fit says the back is low and it is, which is why I bought a nubra to wear with it, but I probably could have gotten away with a regular strapless bra. I have wide hips and I still had plenty of room in the dress without looking frumpy. Overall a great fit! I should mention that depending on the size I can usually wear an 8 or a 10.
Erin
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 52
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 128 lbs
Canonical User Type: 3623
Apr 8, 2012
so many compliments, so comfortabel, so classy! i was referred to as a mix between a first lady and kate middleton!
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
Im sixteen years old and wore this to a black tie charity ball, it was aboslutely PERFECT! the material is super cool and isnt sequins like it looks in some of the other review pictures and the back doesnt cut near as deep, it cuts about mid back maybe a little higher. It wasnt too short but a little snug at the waist but nothing a thing of Spanx couldnt fix! the top of the dress was loose enough for a lareger bust but wasnt to big for a smaller it was absolutely cute and comfortable, with and up do and a short pearl necklace and some nude peach and black heels i was set! i wish this dress was mine! better than it looks on the model! it is PERFECT!! please rent this its amazing!
Elljay
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 29
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120 lbs
Canonical User Type: 3433
Mar 12, 2012
So quick and easy to order, receive and send back! Made my busy life very simple!
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
Fit perfectly! Could have worn the 4 or the 6 (usually wear a size 2 but this dress is a bit tight/ short) Wore it to a five star restaurant for NYE with my boyfriends family and was the perfect dress - family appropriate yet still fun, sparkly and flirty for NYE. Received a ton of compliments not to mention was able to eat everything on my plate and dance the night away without a care in the world!
Tiffie
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Age: 28
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 105 lbs
Canonical User Type: 2423
Dec 8, 2011
After 3 hard years of law school, I felt accomplished and beautiful at our Dean's Reception held at the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum! It was the perfect dress for a proud moment.
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This was my first rental from RTR and it was wonderful! I rented it for my law school pre-graduation reception. It was the perfect dress -- eye catching, yet conservative enough for such a formal event. The back is low, but so cute with the bow! I did have to buy a special bra (although, on second though, I should have just used my Nu Bra!). It is truly a comfortable dress - not too tight, but flattering.
Alexandra
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Age: 24
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110 lbs
Canonical User Type: 2423
Nov 30, 2011
I met Mario Batali while I was wearing this dress!!
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I wore this dress to a gala event that I was working at, and it was the perfect mix of classy and flattering while still being work appropriate. It worked wonderfully with a big necklace- I got a ton of compliments! It is a little too low in the back to wear a bra, just to keep in mind.
meghan
Age: 28
Canonical User Type: 1411
Mar 31, 2014
the dress is beautiful! the back bow detail is an amazing touch. I felt beautiful all night!
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
the dress fit true to size. I have bigger hips and a butt so I was nervous about the fit, but the dress was perfect. I was able to wear a normal bra. the only downside of the dress was the fact that it was a little difficult to sit in as it rides up. I was able to dance all night in this dress!
steph
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 21
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 200 lbs
Canonical User Type: 8333
Mar 18, 2014
Way cute dress but unfortunately didn't fit!
Size worn: 12
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Formal Affair
way tight on butt and hips! Barely fit my mom who wears a size 8 in dresses. runs a little small
Phoebe
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 31
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 123 lbs
Canonical User Type: 3533
Mar 2, 2014
Fun night at a friend's wedding!
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Great fit, beautiful dress.
Brooke
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 33
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Apple
Canonical User Type: 6523
Feb 15, 2014
Wedding on the Boston Harbor
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
Too small! It wouldn't even zip up in the back...
Leela
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Age: 17
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Canonical User Type: 6243
Feb 13, 2014
Classy!!
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
This dress is perfect for a formal event, the silhouette was really pretty and the sparkle adds fun! However, I didn't rate this dress with 5 stars because it was pretty loose in the top (I'm a 34C), yet tight around the hips, so I had trouble sitting comfortably at some points. Overall great rental!
Annalisa
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Age: 33
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Canonical User Type: 6523
Jan 23, 2014
Very pretty but thin fabric.
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I really liked the fit of this dress. It was very flattering and comfortable when I put it on. But I noticed the fabric was somewhat thin and when I looked in the mirror you could see the outline of my bra. I tried different bras to try to avoid this but still ended up happening. I ended up returning the dress and getting credit back.
Rachel
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 28
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Canonical User Type: 7433
Jan 15, 2014
Perfect for a date night!
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Date
I wore this dress out on a date in the city. I was looking for something that was dressier, but not over the top and this dress was perfect. It had just the right amount of sparkle to it that I would have wanted and the material was heavier which was good for the winter weather. The 10 was a little big up top for me, but the 8 was not available so I wore it anyway. I tried wearing it with a bra, but the V in the back goes down far and you can see the bra strap so I wore it with no bra and it was no problem. I would suggest wearing with a low back bra or a new bra so there's no strap in the back. I would definitely rent this dress again!
Martii
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 22
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 164 lbs
Canonical User Type: 6334
Jan 2, 2014
Wonderful customer service.. this dress however, not so wonderful :(
Size worn: None
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
I ordered this dress in addition to the Shoshanna Cypress Lace dress (which was beautiful) to have a back up dress for my friends' New Year's Eve wedding. This dress definitely did not "wow" me like the other. The material did not look as classy as in the picture. It actually looked pretty cheap to be honest.. the dress has a hot pink slip underneath which was showing at the bottom when I put the dress on. Overall, I'm extremely happy that the Shoshanna dress fit and looked beautiful because this dress was definitely a disappointment!
Kate
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 29
Bust size: 32D+
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 130 lbs
Canonical User Type: 5434
Jan 2, 2014
Nothing special
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
My backup dress wasn't available, so RTR sent this one instead. The good news was that you could wear a regular bra with it (as long as it goes low enough in the back). Unfortunately, though, it just wasn't anything special on me. If you are curvy/have a larger bust, it just doesn't do much for your shape.
Maria
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 35
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 135 lbs
Canonical User Type: 5532
Dec 30, 2013
Was hoping this would be a great New Year's Eve dress
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
I really wanted this dress to work for New Year's Eve, but alas the fit was a bit awkward.
As noted in the fit section, the waist is tight and doesn't have much give. The size 4 fit my A cup bust well and the poofy skirt worked with my pear shape, but the waist was much too tight. The top of the size 6, on the other hand, drooped on my modest bust (I would have needed to had the taken in to make it work), even though the waist was much more comfortable.
As another reviewer noted, this dress requires you to have excellent posture to look good. Any sort of slouching will result in weird sagging around the waist. This, coupled with the fact that the waistline hit me at an awkward spot between my natural waist and hips (I've never been told or thought that I have a particularly short or long torso, so this seemed a bit unusual), resulted in a not very flattering look.
I suspect the dress might work on someone blessed with a tighter tummy!
Janice
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 10"
Age: 58
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 160 lbs
Canonical User Type: 7643
Dec 19, 2013
Beautiful yet simple black dress
Size worn: 6
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I actually didn't end up wearing this dress as the torso on the dress is unusually long and the seams didn't fit my body type. The 10 was too large in the straps and the hot pink lining of the dress was showing through the entire front of the dress. It was beautiful on the model but didn't work out for me!
Susan
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 27
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125 lbs
Canonical User Type: 4434
Dec 18, 2013
Beautiful dress just too big
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
This dress is great, albeit a bit noticeably worn. Loved the fabric, sheen, bow in the back. Unfortunately, it was too big to work for my event. I typically am a 2/4 and the 2 as a backup was unavailable. If you order just make sure to size down for your backup.
Katie
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Age: 21
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Canonical User Type: 4343
Nov 18, 2013
they were delivered on time and in great condition!
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
Pros:
True to size, was in good condition
Cons: the seams at the was it ere tearing a bit making it look weird
Katelyn
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Age: 21
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 144 lbs
Canonical User Type: 6342
Nov 12, 2013
I rented for my 21st but I was unable to wear :(
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Party
The dress is very cute on the hanger but the fabric has no stretch and caused a little pouch over my stomach area and was much too tight on my hips/butt. I would not recommend for girls with curvier bottom haves because the fabric and shape of the dress is quite unforgiving. This dress would be adorable on a more petite frame. Beautiful fabric and looks more sparkly/shiny in person!
kelli
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 24
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140 lbs
Canonical User Type: 4433
Nov 8, 2013
A nice dress, like a nice pair of jeans, always makes you feel beautiful when it fits just right.
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Fit is pretty accurate. I usually run between a 4 and a 6, but chose the smaller size for this occasion. It is tighter through the waist/stomach area, but also a material that doesn't show lumps and bumps--so do with that what you'd like. I'm 5'6" and the length was very classy. I wore it with black tights, and it looked great... so you can definitely swing it in the winter too. I was nervous about the material having silver specks because gold is my jewelry of choice, but I still rocked the gold with no reservations. I think it would not be a good choice for a more formal occasion (again, because of the silver specks), but for a wedding or a semi-formal event, it is very appropriate.
Michele
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 40
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145 lbs
Canonical User Type: 6523
Oct 8, 2013
fun and easy to wear
Size worn: 8
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
This was a great dress. I found the lenght to be the right balance between sexy and comfortable. Even with the scoop back, I managed to wear a regular bra just pulled down a bit and it stayed perfectly all night.
Liz
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 30
Bust size: 36D+
Body type: Hourglass
Canonical User Type: 7434
Jul 17, 2013
Everyone complimented the dress and said how great it looked! It made my night.
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Fit: Spot on, a little short...I would have been more comfortable wearing tights.
Look: Fun party dress but classy enough for a wedding. The sheen/sparkle is more apparent in person than in the picture.
luckilizzie
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 30
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120 lbs
Canonical User Type: 3433
Jul 14, 2013
I wore the dress for a military formal and it was a perfect fit!
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
The dress is true to size. The back was slightly low-cut for me, I needed to pin my bra to hide it, but other than that it was a great choice! Definitely rent!
Michelle
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 31
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 133 lbs
Canonical User Type: 4534
May 22, 2013
Great canvas, ready for a statement necklace
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Loved this dress, though it didn't fit me perfectly.
Megan
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 27
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130 lbs
Canonical User Type: 4431
May 17, 2013
Great dress!
Size worn: 4
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Wedding
Good LBD
Marci
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Age: 39
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 100 lbs
Canonical User Type: 2523
May 10, 2013
Great customer service, clean dress that looked fresh, easy to wear!
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Formal Affair
I received so many compliments on the dress (especially the back)!
Julia
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Age: 29
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 105 lbs
Canonical User Type: 2423
Apr 29, 2013
Cute dress, but had some issues...
Size worn: None
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Wedding
The fabric of the dress is adorable, as is the back detailing. It's a perfect party dress that can be dressed up or down with shoes and accessories. Unfortunately, the dress was very large on me in the waist, hips and skirt. I rented the zero, but it felt more like a size four. Also, the seams in the waist had been stretched out and were shiny and transparent in places. Couldn't wear for these reasons.
Ellie
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 1"
Age: 22
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115 lbs
Canonical User Type: 3323
Apr 8, 2013
The back is what makes the dress! It's subtle but very cute.
Size worn: 0
Overall fit: Large
Rented for: Formal Affair
I'm around 5"1 and 115 ish so I guess I'd say it runs large since I normally wear a 2 or 4.
Allison
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Age: 29
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145 lbs
Canonical User Type: 7443
Apr 3, 2013
Close, but no.
Size worn: 12
Overall fit: Small
Rented for: Wedding
Had to send it back, just couldn't make this one work. Ran too small for me.
kelly c.
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Age: 32
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Full Bust
Canonical User Type: 7524
Mar 22, 2013
Great New Year's dress!
Size worn: 10
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
I've rented this dress twice now, once for a holiday party and again for New Year's. I ended up getting it as a backup since the original dress that I rented for NYE didn't work out. I was happy to know that this dress worked because I had worn it before. The only thing I don't love about the dress is that the top half is a little on the long side. I have a shorter torso and this style is a little awkward, but I was able to make it work both times. I also love the fabric and the sparkles and the cute bow on the back.
Brittany
Top Contributor
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 25
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 118 lbs
Canonical User Type: 3432
Mar 8, 2013
This was a great rental!
Size worn: 2
Overall fit: True to Size
Rented for: Party
The dress fit wonderful and was very comfortable!
