Name: Balinese Dance Dress
Brand: Nanette Lepore
SKU: NL31
Price: 35 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.5 (82 reviews)

Loved the color, loved the fit. Great material for chillier weather. 

I normally wear a 4 and get a 2 as a backup size, but no 2s were available on my selected date. It's a really cute dress, (a little bit worn, though). I was thrown off by the color because as you can see in my photo, it's green, despite the picture showing yellow. It seems to run big and if you are petite, I feel like it can look a little matronly because it's so long and loose-fitting. A 2 probably would have been perfect though, so order a size down if you can.

Arms and chest area are very fitted and bottom flares out. Was very comfortable not super fancy but just right for a baby shower.  I received lots of compliments and everyone wanted to know where I got my dress! 

Was a little more green than yellow and the collar of the dress was quite warn from statement necklaces. Overall, it was great! 

It fit perfectly! I wore this to an outdoor Fall wedding in Berkeley and I felt terrific in it. Unique from the sea of dresses there and many, many, many compliments! I can see how the chest may be restricting for some bigger busts (mine is on the smaller side so while it fit snugly, it wasn't too tight or uncomfortable) and possibly the upper arms where the sleeves hit - again, just slightly restrictive but nothing major. I could not have been happier with this rental!

This dress was a snug 8 (I usually wear an 8), was well-constructed and a beautiful color. I wore it to a fundraiser for a non-profit serving Indian youth and it was perfect. If you are busty, I would size up. 

I loved the pattern of the material online and was really excited to order this for my best friend's bridal shower. The theme was I Dream of Jeannie and we (bridal party) focused on pink, green, and gold as the colors so this hit all of the marks. I wore the size 10, it was a little snug in the arms and across my chest and I had some trouble getting the zipper up with no help but it was comfortable. The length came just above my knees which made me feel really comfortable as most dresses tend to be short on me because of my butt. I did not need to wear a necklace with this because the neck came high enough and I didn't want to take away from the dress. I received MANY compliments throughout the day. 

The size was perfect and definitely more fitting for women with smaller breasts. The fitted top and flared bottom was comfortable and flattering. Lots of compliments all day!


I loved this dress, it was a perfectly conservative cute for a work event but with a killer pattern. I wore it all day with no fuss or wrinkling. The middle section is very slimming and the top was comfortable enough to move my arms around all day. A definite win! 

This dress was the perfect choice for my first Indian Sangeet. The RTR picture appears more yellow, but the dress is actually more of a green. The structure was very flattering. The only slightly annoying thing is the cap sleeves are not very stretchy so it's not very easy to raise your arms (say.. if you are dancing)... but only a minor issue. On the whole I loved the dress for the occasion and received a ton of compliments!

Dress was perfect for my annual Christmas party. Colors are beautiful and dress is so unique in cut and pattern.  Very flattering for small waisted girls with bigger hips.  Will rent this again for sure!

I wore this for my engagement photos at the zoo. It pattern and colors were gorgeous. Like the other reviews said, the color is more green than yellow. It's beautiful and relatively comfortable. I paired it with a statement necklace I got from Charming Charlie's and some cheap pink wedges from Payless. It was perfect for pictures. I'm usually between and 8-10, but they only had my size in the 8. It was VERY tight in the bust. I'm a 32DDD. I couldn't really move my arms in the sleeves, either, like most of the other reviewers said. Overall, though, this dress was stunning. If they have the 10, I will definitely rent this one again. 

The fit was great (no need for spanx or special bra) and the colors are beautiful. Could be worn to so many occasions, I wish I owned this one!

I would totally buy this dress.  The colors were fantastic and the dress was so comfortable.  

I wasn't in love with this dress when it came out of the box. I put it on and it changed my mind. It's a great fit up top-- wish it was more fitted around the waist. Very pretty, would recommend. 

I got a large based on the reviews from other girls my shape and size. It fit perfectly and I thought it was quite flattering. It didn't look quite as I expected when I pulled it out of the box but I liked it on. The sleeves are a bit constricting but in no way a deal breaker. I am still getting so many compliments on it! Can't wait for my next rental!

This was a great dress and totally appropriate for a work function.  I found it to be a bit big and because I lack hips, it didn't have the same "poof" on the hips.  Still, it was a great dress and totally comfortable.  My only complaint is that it looks different in color than what I see on my macbook.  I realize that this is a issue that can often arise but I loved it any way.  Thanks!


I really liked this dress.  I wore it for a work event.  It was classy, very interesting pattern.  The colors are a little hard to tell from the picture, but I really felt like a green necklace made the outfit.  The fit was good; I like the way I accented my waist.  It was a pretty dress for a one-time rental, but I don't think I'd rent it again.  I felt quality wise it was a bit similar to something I might find off the rack.

The dress was a little snug on top, but not enough to be uncomfortable. It was a great length for my height and I liked the coverage for this occasion. It was perfect for an evening rooftop wedding! 

Wore this to a wedding rehearsal dinner at Disney World (I know, right?). I wish I could have kept this dress -- I got compliments all night, and it fit like a glove. I was worried the fabric would be too sweaty at an outdoor event in Florida in July, but it was totally fine -- the fabric is reasonably thick and the bodice is fully lined,  but it was comfortable in the heat. I rented the necklace shown with the dress and was glad I did -- loved having the pop of color around my face (as I don't generally like crew necks near my round face). Because this event involved a lot of walking, I wore this with flat gold sandals and it worked fine. My one complaint is that I wish the pink waistband was a bit lower -- visually, it was a little too high on me (but I'm a skosh long-waisted). Overall, sizing runs large -- similar to sizing you'd find at Banana Republic or JCrew. Most fitted part of the dress on me was the shoulders. Also, for those who are trying to color-match: other reviewers are totally right that this dress is GREEN in person, not yellow... but it photographs yellow. Make of that what you will.  

Previous reviews didn't lie. This dress is more of a lime green and pink with hints of purple. Luckily, I was able to find great pumps to match it. I wish I could buy it! It was very festive and great for a day time event. This dress also runs a little small so so you many want to go a size up especially if you are heavy in the chest. I'm usually a size 4, but i had to go up a side to fit this one. 

At first, I was a little skeptical because it seems much greener in person.  However, it was so cute and I got endless compliments!  The waist is very flattering and its a pretty comfy dress!

Not much stretch - this one fit perfectly for a work function - I felt very classy : )

I got tons of compliments on this dress! I found that I wore my regular size but have small bust anyway so not a problem for me. I loved the print! I wore it for my sister's graduation and party. It was conservative enough for a family event and the print still stood out! Its bright a summery. Loved it! It is more green than the picture but its beautiful. I was sad to send it back.

I wore this to me daughter's First Communion.    I received so many compliments, even from strangers in the ladies room!   The colors are so vibrant!    The fit is very flattering.  Perfect dress for a spring occasion .  

I wore this dress to a Cambodian community wedding ceremony. I thought it would be festive and an homage to the Asian aesthetic and I was right! The fit in the bust and arms was a bit tight, so I'd recommend going up a size. Overall, this was a great RTR pick as it is something you couldn't really get away with wearing more than once.



Overall, it was a beautiful dress.  Bit tight in the shoulders/chest, but so long as you aren't raising your arms all too much, it's not a problem!

I am 5'8, 160 and the size 8 fit me perfectly. One con, my bra size is 36DD and the dress fit pretty tight in that area, but otherwise no complaints. I am one happy customer! 

The colors are so vibrant; it's the perfect dress for a joyous occasion. I wore it to a wedding in early March, so I also appreciated the thickness of the material since it was still chilly. The dress also made dancing easy! At first, I wasn't a fan of the drop-waist aspect of the dress, but the purple detail above the natural waistline eliminated my concerns. Overall, a perfect rental for the occasion!

I got this for a conference where I wanted to stand out but still be pretty covered up. The dress was PERFECT! I paired with black platform heels that had a magenta platform and heel to match the dress perfectly. I had total strangers complementing it in the GROCERY STORE before the conference!

Loved this dress! I wore it to a bridal shower and it was perfect. It is pretty fitted in the bust, but I'm not too hard to fit there so it was true to size for me. And definitely not a dancing dress...couldn't lift my arms up too comfortably. And I got a necklace at Charming Charlie's for cheap. 

I got this dress as my 2nd $25 dress with my wedding reception dress.  Got tons of compiments on it! It is bright and fun yet casual and comfortable!  Very flattering in the waist area.  Had to go up a size because of the bust area and a little tight in the arms. 
Perfect for a afternoon event!  

this dress just looks expensive. people stopped me on the street and elevator to say "great dress" fit was perfect for my body, a little tight in my armpits but tolerable

I picked a 6 for a backup after reading about the fitted waist (Chinese wedding banquets are like 10+ courses!), but ended up sticking with the 4 since the waist hit high around my rib cage, not my bellybutton, and wasn't much different between the sizes.  

The size 6 dress also kept poofing at the neck and bust whenever I raised my arms, also very fitted in both sizes.  

The dress length was perfectly modest for being around the older relatives.

Print looked yellow to me based on the site picture, but looks more chartreuse in person.  Outer fabric and inner lining felt great, but together they are heavy and thick, and the June wedding banquet I attended had no AC (unfortunate circumstances), so keep that in mind if you're planning on wearing this in warm weather.

I loved this dress, although I didn't end up wearing it. I got it for my friend's spring wedding reception, but it is apparent when you see the dress in person that it is a winter dress. The fabric is a little bit heavier and the colors, while bright, are more of a winter-bright than a spring-bright (if that makes sense!). It was very comfortable, had an easy fit, and a cute fun skirt. It would be appropriate for nearly any fun, not too formal winter occasion. 

Wore this to a friends rehearsal dinner. Everyone loved it. The arms are a little tough so if you need a lot of mobility...may not be the best.

Well lined, very forgiving for all body types.  Wish it was a little shorter (I am 5'1").  Ran a little large, wished for a size 0.  But it felt fine.  Wish it had pockets!

Will this work with a bump?   28 woks pregnant

Hi Diana. I would say size up it was a bit fitted in the sleeves and waist area

Hi Diana! This dress should definitely work with a bump. I would just suggest sizing up for back-up!

I needed a dress for my family holiday party. This dress was cute but nothing special. Still love RTR fast and easy return and delivery. Looking forward to future rentals.

I think this dress really brings out an hourglass figure. I am top heavy and my only complaint would be that it was very small in the bust area. I couldn't wear a bra with it. However, even with that being said, I received a ton of complements on it and I am even considering buying the dress for myself because it was so flattering.

I wore this to a Sunday Wedding Brunch, and it was a hit! It was comfortable and not too short to be sitting in. The color is a little more muted than shown in the picture. I ordered a size 8 (I am between a 6 and an 8) and am glad I got the larger size. It was a little roomy, but comfortable, and just what I would expect being between sizes.

Balinese Dance Dress

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