ML Monique Lhuillier

This dress was send to me as a replacement dress for the Elizabeth and James Giulia dress (total opposite, right?). Anyways, there is absolutely no way I would wear the dress to my event because it isn't my style. With that being said, I decided to try it on....it fits pretty true to size. I flip between a size 4/6 and the 4 fit nicely. It also covers any armpit fat you might have (if that's an issue). The dress is very thick but not heavy-I did not have a bra on in this pic and there is definitely some room if you have a larger chest (it will hold you in place). Overall it's pretty, just not my style.

This dress fit me perfectly. That said, I think it runs large. Normally, I wear an 8 or a 10 in dresses. It's fitted in the bust and at the waist, and is full in the hips, which worked to my advantage. No bra necessary! It's definitely a voluminous gown and has a slight train, so it's a bit difficult to manage when getting in and out of cabs and using the restroom. Overall, though, this was a slam dunk, grand slam, hat trick!

Dress was just a bit tight around the waist and since I have DD cup size breasts, the girls just weren't having it. It was a little too puffy for the lower half too - I would have removed some of the tulle had it been my own.

Fit hourglass shape perfectly. Wear it without a bra as it has padding in it. Wore 4 inch heels, so it didn't drag but you also couldn't see the shoes which was perfect.

This dress is a showstopper. Don't plan on wearing it unless you want to stand out in a sea of black, normal dresses. I got compliments all night long. I'm 5'9 and wore the 10L. I maybe could've worn the 8L but I'm 3 months post partum and my chest is large from breastfeeding. I didn't need to wear Spanx because of the way the dress fits high/natural waist and then flairs. I wore flats but I could've worn a small heel if I wanted to. I would absolutely recommend this dress. Note: you will need to wear cups as a bra or a backless, strapless bra. It is sheer and open in the back.

I wore this dress to a black tie gala, and it was perfect - SO comfortable, flattering, and beautiful! As one of the other reviews said, I got an embarrassing amount of compliments on it. I wore it with nude flats, and it was the perfect length; it skimmed the floor, but I never tripped over it. The model seems to be wearing a bra in the photo of the back of the dress, but I didn't wear one, and it fit perfectly. I was nervous that the deep V neck would be too revealing, but without a bra, it didn't show any cleavage. The only issue I had was that it came wrinkled, so I paid $15 to have it pressed at the dry cleaners (only took 10 minutes though). Seriously though, I can't say enough about this dress! I wish I could've kept it!

I am hourglass shaped so the waist was a little loose-- I'm also 5'5" and they only had the 6L, so it was a little long for me, but I still enjoyed the dress SO. MUCH.

Beautiful Color. Short waisted dress, not a flattering cut for curves. Material is very thick.

I'm 5'8 3/4 and wore the L length with 2 1/4" heels and it was still long enough to cover my shoes. I think the R length would have been to short for anything but maybe flats. Stunning gown.

Loved this dress. It is incredibly comfortable for being so beautiful and elegant. In a sea of black attire at the event I attended - it stood out. Loved the pockets - easy to keep my cell phone on the ready for pictures and lip gloss handy. The skirt is fairly full but manageable. I received a ton of compliments all night. I wore 3 inch heels and it skimmed the floor appropriately.

Put this on my friend for a "gala" evening and she dropped jaws and turned heads all night. Glamorous and amazing and traditional and interesting all at once. Can't say enough good things about this dress. Buy a stick on bra to go with it or plan to go bra-free (though I wouldn't suggest it, the seams on this are aching for the shape of a bra even if you've perfectly endowed in the chestal area.) Very 50s. Very screen siren.

I rented this dress for the National Italian American Foundation's 40th Anniversary Awards Gala in Washington, D.C. At first I was a little hesitant because on the website, it seems more pink than red. Don't let it fool you..this dress is true, ruby red and it's BEAUTIFUL in person! Everyone at the gala...men and women alike, stopped me to compliment me on the dress. I never wanted the night to end. Also, you don't have to wear a bra with this although I wore a nubra. I will say, it's a bit long. I wore 4-5 inch heels and I was stepping on it...so you will have to pick it up when walking up and down stairs, but other than that...it's perfect! I HIGHLY recommend renting this dress.

The fit was perfect! I am almost always a 4 and it was true to size. No need for a bra (which I love) because the fabric is thick enough for no show through. Obviously, you will need to steam it before wear, but this was not difficult to do with my trusty portable hand steamer! Also, POCKETS! Enough said. I wore this with a vintage mink stole for the ultimate glam finishing touch (you could rent the RTR fluffy feather topper for a great finishing touch).

I ended up not wearing this dress. Very poofy (too much tulle). I felt very overwhelmed in it. The regular length would have been better as well. The long drags something serious.

The Pomegranate Gown runs true to size and I would suggest reserving a size up for back up. The dress has a deep v and has ample room at the bust, the dress works best for larger cup size. The dress is very fitted at the natural waist and with the full skirt it has comfortable room for the hips. The length of the dress is floor length, great for weddings or a glamorous photo shoot for any bridal affairs. The pomegranate color compliments any skin tone and you can pair it with a funky choker for edge or go minimal for a classic look.

This dress was even better in person. I thought it would be satin-y but it's a touch 'rougher' than that, for lack of better words. The back is see-through and the front is low so plan your undergarments accordingly. I wore nothing and felt fine with the fit. The straps did not slip down my arms. It is very long. I wore 4 inch heels and it just skimmed the ground. Walking up stairs took some time to get used to. Loved the pockets though I wish they had been deeper. I carried a clutch because I couldn't fit all I wanted with me in the pockets. Overall, just a simply stunning dress!

I ordered the long for a more dramatic look but even with 4" heels, I had to hold it as I walked or walk very carefully. It's very flattering so it's perfect for a banquet setting. I'm normally a 10 but I ended up wearing the 12 because the top is pretty fitted and I was worried about the zipper. I also had to pin the hanger straps inside because they would pop out all night.

I loved everything about this dress! I am 34 DDD so I had to wear a bra and it showed with the mesh back. But I had a red lace bra so it didn't matter too much. And for once there was room in the bust area and I love having pockets! I received so many compliments and the color is out of this world! I'm not a ball gown person (I usually go for fitted dresses) but I couldn't pass this dress up!

The color was darker red than it looked on the site but none the less I loved the dress. It was a perfect fit and no need for a bra because of the style. Also perfect to hide the little tummy pouch after having 3 kids ;).

This dress is the definition of classic elegance. It fit so perfectly it was if it were made for me. The bodice is very fitted which allowed me to go braless. The skirt fullness begins at the natural waist and was so flattering. I ordered a 4R and I was hoping to wear heels (I'm 5'4"), but the length would only allow flats. That ended up being a blessing considering the amount of dancing I did! Consider going long if you have your heart set on heels.

Everything about this dress is fabulous. It made me feel like a modern day Cinderella. It's comfortable, beautiful, and the perfect color to add a bit of flare to a formal event. The pockets made keeping my phone nearby easy yet unnoticeable. I would recommend having someone around to help zipper as it is difficult around the waist where the "belt" is. It's great for dancing too since it has the full skirt. Overall I absolutely recommend this dress.

I am so happy that I ordered this dress! It's a beautiful ruby red color, and a lot more tulle and fluff than I imagined, but it was a show stopper! I got a lot of compliments on it. I ordered the long, and for being just about 5'8" it was perfect with heels.

This was supposed to be my backup gown, but when the first one didn't come in the right size, I went to this one. It was a different silhouette than I usually wear, but I loved it. The waist accentuated my smallest part and the top of it fit well both without a bra and with one. I ended up wearing a sticky bra and that worked great. The back was gorgeous and made me feel like a princess. The pockets meant I didn't need to carry a purse, which I loved. I wore 4.5" heels and the dress still hit the ground, so it definitely was long, but that's what I wanted. I wore this to a Marine Corps Ball and stood out among a sea of tighter, sequined gowns. I hope to rent this again one day!

This dress fit like a glove. The bodice was thick, so I went bra-less. I'm tall, and the length ended up being just right, though I did wear flats. It was absolutely comfy and fun to dance it!

I wore this dress to my sorority's formal and it was perfect! I got compliments on it all night. The back is sheer so you'll have to get a backless bra or go without- I went without and was fine. It's more red than is shown in the picture RTR provided, but I still liked it. Wonderful dress!!

I wore this at 8 months pregnant and it was absolutely stunning! Admittedly, it was not a totally perfect fit - the waist fit closer to under my bust due to the baby bump, but it was not that noticeable as the dress is close to being empire waisted anyway, and worth it to be able to wear the dress. There was plenty of room for the bump with the flowy skirt. This is a dramatic statement dress with gorgeous back detail - you will feel like a movie star. Weight given is pregnancy weight.

This dress might be the most beautiful dress I've ever seen. So I'm usually a size 8 in dresses, but this dress wouldn't zip. I didn't end up wearing it, but keep in mind these things: 1. The dress color is a beautiful christmas RED color, NOT the "pinkish" red that it looks like in the picture 2. The zipper is VERY hard to get up - strongly suggest going up a size 3. I have a bigger chest size, and I was worried that it would be too much cleavage, but it's NOT at all - no bra 4. If you know you have a bigger rib cage or wide torso, SIZE UP 5. There is a *slight* train to it 6. The back is slightly see-through mesh, not solid satin like the rest of the dress 7. I ordered a size 8L but I would of fit perfectly into a size 10 or 10L The dress was very beautiful, and I was devastated when I had to send it back, but I 100% would rent this dress again. Wow wow wow wow!!!!

This was the most beautiful gown I have ever worn. The color is more ruby red than bright red like the model's photo. If you're considering this dress reserve it early to make sure your size is available, and size up for your backup. I'm usually a 6, but they were out, so I sized down instead of up because I was worried the bust area would be too large in the 8. When I tried the dress on for the first time it was pretty difficult to get into because the zipper kept getting stuck at the belt. I wouldn't have been able to zip it without my husband's help. I'm 5'4 and wore the 4R with four inch wedges which made the dress a little short, but my shoes were still covered.The dress also was a bit tight in the bodice which was surprising because this dress is recommended for larger bust sizes and I have no boobs. On the day of the event (after two days of eating like a rabbit) the dress fit perfectly. I received so many compliments...and envious looks :). By the end of the night, I felt like Cinderella because I knew I would have to send it back the next day. I wish I could have kept it.

I wore this lovely gown to a charity Christmas gala and received many compliments thoughout the evening. After seeing and reading the reviews I decided to order the size 4R and 4L as my backup. I'm 5'6 and typically wear 4" heels or higher. The 4R was too short with any of my shoes. Would probably work with kitten heels. The 4L fit perfectly with my 5" platform slingbacks. I highly recommend this dress! It is a timeless beauty!

This dress was perfect for a black tie affair, I was asked to speak at. I received a ton of compliments. It arrived just in time fit perfectly (based on the other reviews I read). I'm short so I was hesitant about ordering a long gown, but I love high heels, so my 5 inch stilettos were perfect to make sure I was tripping on myself all night. I paired it with a black pashmina to conceal my tattoos in front of a corporate audience, which made the outfit complete. This was also perfect for a holiday party I dropped in on after the bigger event. Only con, I didn't realize exactly how low the back was from the other pics I saw. With the mesh back, I opted for a nice red bra with lace, so I didn't mind it being seen when I took off my pashmina.

Rented this for a black tie wedding in December with a holiday slant. The red is a deep ruby, darker and less pink than the RTR photo. Fit almost perfectly. I am 5'4" and wore 2.75" heels and the length was perfect. If you are taller than me and want to wear taller heels, get the long because the length was spot on for me. The top was a thicker material and was comfortable rather than tightly fitted. The waist and low back was perfect for me and since I have wide hips, the full skirt let me order the right size for my smaller top. In a more fitted dress, I would have had to rent a size 6. Also I'm a 32D and there was room to spare. Got tons of compliments and the dress stood out in a sea of darker and more fitted dresses. Very happy I rented.

I had a size 0 and a size 2 for my choices. The size 0 was too small in the waist but perfect in the bust. The size 2 was a perfect fit in the waist but a little full in the top, so for comfort I went with the size 2. I should have stuffed my chest but I was comfortable without a bra so that is what I went with. The pockets were my favorite part and the back was sheer which was a nice addition. The fabric was gorgeous. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I was a show stopper for sure in the sea of black dresses.

The only issue I had was that the petite size 4 wasn't available, so I had to make do on with it being a tad too long with even my tallest heels. I'm super short though. It was no big deal because I just rented it to take Christmas card pictures so I didn't have to walk very far in it.

Wore this to a holiday party - the red is perfect for Christmas. I was worried about not being able to wear a bra (you can't) but it worked fine, which never happens for me. I chose this dress because I had my appendix out the week before and needed something that would not be tight on my stomach. It was tight under the bust but loose and comfortable down below. Seems to run a bit large as the last few dresses I've rented I've worn a larger size. Loved this dress and got so many compliments - even from people I didn't know. I put everything in the pockets and didn't have to carry a purse.

Fabulous dress, compliments all night long. Wore to a holiday ball and no one had anything like this. I'm 5'4" so taller heels was a must. Loved the pockets. Didn't need to wear a bra but a nubra would've been good to have. Didn't need any jewelry except earrings. Zipper stuck a little bit taking on and off but I got through it. A true ball gown! Rent this dress!!

Fits true to size, was a little bit short. I'm 5'8" and hate heels, so I only wore maybe 2-3 inch heels and the dress was a little short in the front but I think the long would have been too long without higher heels. It fits true to size, and my 36DD chest fit just fine inside wearing a strapless sticky bra to keep things in place. It also has pockets! Such a great dress.

Gorgeous dress. I ended up wearing the smaller of the two sizes (0). I got so many compliments on the night and even later when people saw pictures. It was comfortable but definitely not easy to dance in. I was sad to send it back!

I ordered the 8L because I wanted it to be extra long and dramatic, Mission accomplished! The dress is going to make everyone ohh and ahh, and you're going to feel like a queen in it. I added the belt I wore for my wedding to give it some extra sparkle, and a dramatic necklace. You will not regret this one ladies, enjoy her like I did!!

It was a perfect fit, very comfortable, and I received TONS of complements. I have nothing bad to say! Another amazing dress from RTR!

Dress was outstanding. Wore this for my winter dance recital and it was a standout hit. Length was perfect and I wore 3" dance shoes. If there was a con about the dress is that it has a lot of volume due to the tulle. It does have a short waist look, but not in a bad way. Good choice for a formal affair.