Name: Black Carlotta Dress
Brand: Shoshanna
SKU: SH482
Price: 39 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (97 reviews)

I didn't actually wear this. It was one of several possibilities for an event. The day of the event was cold so I went with the long sleeve option, but I loved this dress too. It's very flattering and fairly comfortable. 

I did my original review on the backup size accidentally. I wore the size 10R and it fit perfect! I purchased a strapless bra for this dress but when I tried it on with a black bra the straps were camouflaged so you don’t have to wear a strapless. The floral print is a velvety material and the dress is very flattering. I got tons of compliments and it photographed very well. 

I fell in love with this dress but was super nervous because there weren’t any additional sizes available, so I had to hope that it fit, and it did! I am 5’5” and wore this with about 1.5-2” heels, and the length was perfect. I weigh about 170 lbs and carry it in my hips/thighs, so it was nice that the dress had some stretch and fit those areas. I will say that the neck seam and underarm seams are pretty thick and don’t have stretch, so if you’re super sensitive to that, I might not recommend this dress, as it was pretty snug there (when I took the dress off, there was a red mark where the neckline was). It’s super low-maintenance, in that I didn’t have to worry about the fabric wrinkling and didn’t have to wear a bra (I did wear some shapewear since it’s snug around the middle). Overall, I’m so happy with this dress and got a ton of compliments!

Beautiful black velvet lace dress. Wore 2 inch heels and length was too long but I expected it would be long, at my height I should always wear a petite in a long gown but this was a last minute replacement for me. Fabric allowed me to go without a bra which was good for the design of the dress. The lace around the arm holes was a little scratchy later in the evening but didn’t bother me. I ordered this replacement Friday morning and Rent The Runway had this dress at my door by 10:00am Saturday morning for a 2pm wedding. The representatives I worked with were awesome and got me out of a disastorus jam! 

I couldn’t get the size 10 to compare. The size 12 I did have some room in it. Did have some stretch to it. Got several complaints on this dress. I had recently lost weight and was not sure of the sizing I would need. Being busty was worried about being tight but it was a perfect fit. 

I'm usually always a 4 in dresses but glad RTR allows for a backup size and per the other user reviews, it was suggested to size down which I did and ended up wearing the size 2.  The chest area is where it was looser on me but overall, it fit like a glove once sized down!  It was a hot day but felt there was airflow, was happy with it :)

I felt amazing in this dress, and I got a lot of compliments. It fit great, shows off the curves, has a little give, and it’s easy to walk and sit in. I wore medium heels, nothing crazy, and it wasn’t too long. Most of the dress is lined, but the upper part is all openwork. If you can’t wear a strapless bra (I can’t), a regular black bra with transparent straps works great.

This dress reminded me of “classic old money” so it was perfect for my company’s formal murder mystery party. I got so many complements all night long! I was afraid it might be itchy with the lace overlay, but it was incredibly soft. I also forgot my strapless/sticky bra, so wore my normal nude bra and you couldn’t even see it. I’m 5’2 and wore 2in heels and it didn’t quite hit the floor. I could’ve worn flats and have it just brush the ground. I will always recommend RTR and this dress! 

Dress was absolutely beautiful, the material was very soft and very comfortable.  I received so many compliments, it was definitely a great choice.  

Dress was a little shorter than the floor length I’d prefer, but it was comfortable to wear for a winter season gala. 

The dress is visually interesting, unique, and very flattering. It has some stretch to it which makes it very comfortable. Worn for a black tie awards gala and received many compliments

I wore this to a gala. I tried red and magenta dress rentals also (I love to stand out and sometimes feel like Black blends in) but chose this one.

It fits like a dream. Shoshanna knows how to cut fabric to create flattering lines. I ordered the 10R and 10L as backup and wore the 10L because of my heel height (3.5”)– I’m 5’9.5”. either would have worked depending upon shoes.

The deeper toned gold with the velvet fabric reads expensive. It hugs in all the right places, but you can still move your arms fully, which is a big thing with evening wear often! I had so many compliments throughout the evening. Because of the velvet, this probably is better in the winter months than it would be for a summer rental by the way.

I cannot share how many compliments I received in this dress! I’ve lost a ton of weight recently and wasn’t sure how to size myself. The backup I requested was larger as I thought that was what I would need but should have gone smaller. For purposes of what I ordered, it fit well, just a smidge loose in my chest and stomach. I received a ton of compliments at my annual work gala and will most likely be renting again in the fall. 

I received compliments all evening about this dress.  It fit like a glove and with a little shapewear was very flattering.  It was surprisingly comfortable and easy to dance in!

It’s definitely more bronze than gold. I wore some dangle earrings and a couple bracelets. No necklace needed with the high neck. 

The picture does not do this dress justice it has an intricate beautiful pattern. I wore with the long gloves for a Great Gatsby themed formal 

Worn this to a winter ball at an embassy. I wore a nude regular bra. It wasn’t noticeable, especially in low light. I considered going without, but it was a noticeable difference in this dress. I wore flats and it was the perfect length for my height. If I could guarantee I would be this size for ever, I would consider buying it! Not scratchy at all. The stitching is a coppery color so I paired it with copper jewelry and a sparkly bracelet. I didn’t feel the need for a wrap to cover up or to keep warm. I received so many compliments. 

I wore this to a work formal holiday party. It was intended as the back up but the fit was amazing and I got a ton of compliments. Need a strapless bra and no shape wear. Was great dress! Perfect fit in hips. I’m usually a 10/12 in pants but 14 was perfect for this. 

This dress is amazing. The lace overlay is gorgeous and hides any body flaws. It has a little flare at the bottom that adds more dimension. I was getting compliments all night. Plus, it’s amazingly comfortable. Just perfect. 

My measurements are bust 37”, waist 28.5, hips 38.5 and this fit like a glove. I would not have been able to wear it if it had been any smaller in any of those areas, but it didn’t feel too tight either. I’m only 5’2” and got the 4R.  It touched the ground with no shoes on but didn’t drag. I wore 3.5” heeled cowboy boots with it and the length was perfect, but I would’ve been okay with another inch of length. Glad I didn’t get the 4P! The fabric does have a little give but it’s technically non-stretch. 

I was worried the allover lace would look too “mother of the bride” but I really liked this dress!

Flattering, super comfortable, appropriate for black tie, got lots of compliments!

Absolutely beautiful, a little itchy. I would go down a size or two. Ended up not wearing.

Fits true to size, double layered so it’s a very flattering shape, and was the perfect length on me (i’m 5’7)

The mermaid silhouette was very flattering. I’m usually a solid size 12, but the 12 was a bit tight around the hips, so I sized up to 14 and that fit comfortably without looking loose anywhere.

Ended up going with a different dress, but loved this option for a black tie optional wedding. Usually a 2/4, but currently 19 weeks pregnant and the 8R fit perfectly. Snug, but not too tight. Didn’t look pregnant from the front, but did from the side. 

I got lots of complements on this dress which I wore to a formal wedding.  It's was a great fit and since there is lace around the neck, I chose not to wear much jewelry.  I wore simply sandals with some heel.  The length was perfect for me.

It was really good. I did have to buy a padded bra to fill out top of a bit more. But length was perfect and not too tight in the stomach area or hips would be really beautiful on a more hourglass figure than mine.

This dress was perfect! It was everything I hoped for and more. The 4P fit like a glove-super comfortable yet so elegant. I wore it to a gala and lost count of how many compliments I received! The cut is unique and flattering; I only wish I had a better full-length photo to show it off. Would definitely rent again!

I ordered an 8 and a 10. While the 8 fit okay I felt the 10 did a better job not calling attention to my problem areas. It was comfortable and had good coverage so I could wear just about any dark colored bra and it would be hidden. I'm 5'5" and did have to wear a small heel to keep the dress off the ground, but a standard pump worked. The dress wasn't too heavy, but also wasn't so light that you would get too cold (it was January in the Northeast US and the night before a major snow storm and I was still fine). I definitely recommend this dress. 

First time using RTR, so easy - dress was exactly as expected- felt beautiful in it and will definitely rent again! 

Both size 0 and 2 fit but size 0 was just a bit tighter around my neck and arm areas so I opted for comfort. I’m short, was able to comfortably wear this around DC in 2 inch heels (2in for lightly touching the floor, 3 in for barely hovering the floor). Loved this for my formal work event, got lots of compliments! Also wore boots under to stay warm ;)

Its a classic fit with a simple elegance feel. No need for many accessories as the dress itself is a stunning piece alone 

Beautiful dress, form flattering - fit like a glove!!! 

I LOVED this dress. I ordered it as a backup when my dress of choice didn’t come. It fit perfectly!

Very comfortable throughout .  Wish it was a little longer.  I wanted floor length but had to wear flats to achieve that. 

It’s black with a bronze/tan color (not gold gold) 

Very pretty and comfortable but very difficult to walk in. My heels kept getting stuck in the cut outs at the bottom of the dress and I had to really work hard all night to make sure I didn’t fall! 

Black Carlotta Dress

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