Name: Grand Entrance Gown
Brand: Vera Wang
SKU: VW11
Price: 232 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.0 (61 reviews)

This was the absolute perfect dress. It was very comfortable and easy to move in. The fit is very flattering, even for this momma of 3 who may have a few flaws around the midsection. It was simple and classic, but the neckline was just enough of a dose of unexpected. I'm 5'8 and wore the 6R. I really needed the long, as the hem hit at my ankles and I really wanted it to be more floor length. But, even with it being shorter than I wanted, I felt glamorous and received so many compliments throughout the night.

This was my 3rd choice after dresses one and two were misses for one reason or another. RTR provided excellent service and overnighted me this dress. 

Pros: very sexy but not revealing, great back and shape, 

Cons: fabric is clingy so go up a size, doesn't forgive in hips. 

I wouldn't have picked this on my own but it turned out fantastic!

The dress was true to size.  I ordered a backup dress one size up just in case, but didn't need it.  The fabric was draped in such a way that it compliments a fuller figure.  It is comfortable, but still slimming.  I loved that it doesn't show every lump and bump even though it is silky.   I also appreciated being able to wear a regular bra with it.  

Beautiful dress!! This is by far my favorite RTR gown that I've worn. It fit like a glove and was extremely flattering, no spanx needed. I'm 5'3" and wore a 3" heel, anything taller would have made it too short. Also, it's definitely black, not navy like the model picture looks. 

This dress was extremely comfortable. I rented the 4R and 6L. I would have worn the 4 but it was too short other than that the fit was perfect. I went with the 6 L. I wore 4 inch heels and the dress just brushed the ground. My only complaint would be that the sleeves kept falling off my shoulders which I'm thinking would not have been a problem if I would have worn the size 4. Otherwise it was perfect. The process was so easy, I will definitely be renting again. 

The dress fit amazingly! All of the bridesmaids wore a black dress of their choice and this dress was VERY forgiving! If you are busty, this might not be the best overall cut/style for you. I am an athletic build, 32DD and it was borderline snug along the chest, but overall I absolutely loved the dress - I go the 6R and should have gotten the 6L as I was not able to wear heals.

The layer underneath is great, it smooths everything out and helps the outer layer lay perfectly. 

This dress was a wonderful option for a formal wedding. At 5'10" the long length hit the ground when barefoot, so I ended up removing my shoes at the reception. Neckline sits beautifully--I would rent again!

Fit like it was made for me!  Couldn't have asked for a better dress.  Wish I owned it!  I started out with another dress from RTR.  When the first dress arrived I was horrified.  I had limited mobility in it, and even though it was a small size and I am slender, I looked like a sausage in it.  The day of my event I ran to the RTR showroom in Henri Bendel in a panic (thank goodness my event was in NYC, where there is a brick and mortar location!).  The showroom doesn't stock all of their dresses, and they only have one size in each dress, so it really was luck of the draw.  Miraculously, they had this one, which didn't look like much on the hanger, but once I put it on, I radiated.  Other customers marveled at the dress and the fit and I knew I had found a winner.  I felt so statuesque and beautiful!  The wedding was strict Black Tie and I was dressed perfectly; neither underdressed nor overdressed.  This dress looked expensive and tasteful - all I could ask for.  Yay for a RTR success story!

I chose this dress as a back up after my original choice was damaged and although it wasn't what I wanted, I loved it none the less. This dress was simple yet elegant and perfect for a New Years Eve wedding. It was comfortable enough to wear all night & the 6L was the perfect length for my 5'4" self to wear with 3" heels. 

This was actually my back up to the back up dress, as two of the dresses I had originally ordered were damaged. However, Chelsea with RTR was FABULOUS and suggested this dress as a back up. Thankfully, I took her advice and was actually happier with this dress than my original selection. The dress is beautiful! Fit like a glove. It is definitely form fitting, so not a dress to rent if you are planning to dance. The length is a bit shorter than I had expected from a OL. I wear a 32D and still had room in the bust area, which was wonderful! The right sleeve kept falling down, but still worth the rental!! 


The dress runs a bit larger than the actual size but it makes it comfortable to wear. When ordering you should consider ordering a size down (as the extra dress they send you). The length was perfect. The right strap/sleeve fell a few times but it was not too painful to deal with. It only happened when I was dancing. 

I rented the 4 & 6 R.  the 4 fit better up top,but was a little snug in hips it was a little shorter than what I wanted.  the 6 had the lenght I wanted but the top 1 shoulder was loose would slide down a little.  I loved the material& I thought The dress looked a lot nicer than the ones at the event.

The fit is close form.  I recommend wearing nice shiny earrings and matching necklace because it compliments the dress well.

This dress was amazingly stunning.  I revived tons of compliments.  Its very sexy but in a classy way showing off your curves but is not super tight..  You could wear this to any affair and be the talk of the room.  The pictures do it no justice.

It was between this dress and the Badgley Mischka "Palais De Louvre" sequin gown for the Air Force holiday ball my husband and I attended.  I put pictures of both on Facebook and asked my friends to help me decide and they overwhemingly choose this one, but I decided on the Badgley dress because I felt more comfortable in it.  I took this dress to Macy's and tried on LOTS of shapewear to find the perfect combo- ended up with a highwaisted short and my wedding corset with a strapless bra attached to it.  I felt goregous in the dress, but I like dresses to skim the ground when I wear them.  I'm 5'9", wore 2.75" heels, and the 10L size was about 1" off the floor, which I know isn't much, but I prefer not to see my shoes when standing in a dress.  Also, the bottom of the dress is ridiculously staticy/clingy.  I tried static guard on my panyhose (didn't put directly on dress cause I didn't want to harm the fabric), dryer sheets, etc and the cling kept coming back.  I did not want to put up with that all night long.  Plus, I didn't like the large arm holes (see pic) and I'm self conscious about my "big" arms, so the Badgley was the natural choice for my evening.  This dress was stunning (with just the right shapewear), but overall I was just more comfortable in the Badgley.

This dress was selected for me by a RTR stylist because my original back-up dress was not available due to Hurricane Sandy.  This dress fit great and made me look great.  Comfortable, stylish and would highly recommend it.

My boyfriend and I had a black tie event to attend and he helped me pick this dress out. I love the simplicity and elegance of the dress. 

I rented this dress for a black tie event. I'm 5'7 and 140 pounds. I picked the 6L with an 8L as a back up. The 6L fit great. The dress looks more black (when you get it) than a midnight blue (as it does in the picture). Overall, I was very pleased and will be renting again in the near future!

This was my first time trying rent the runway. I bought this dress in an 6 and a backup 8, but didn't need it. It fit my body perfectly. I am an hourglass figure and it was so elegant. I used it for my first officer's ball with my boyfriend and got endless compliments. I was so happy to make him proud and meet his fellow officer's in style! A true night to remember. Thanks for making me feel like a princess RTR! 

Grand Entrance Gown

Vera Wang

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