Kelly's Reviews
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60 reviews
Surprisingly See Through
Still has tags on it. It ran a little short, but it is a mini dress so I can't really complain about that. However, you can see through the bottom of the dress, so there's no way I can wear it in public. RTR wouldn't exchange it for a wearable item, so I lost out on an item this month because I'm being forced to keep it. They don't really go out of their way to offer good customer service. So... this is a rent at your own risk item. Could have been cute.
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Fuchsia Mini Dress
Louna
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Sleeves So Puffy It Became Unwearable
I rented this to wear to work in the fall. Based on sizing, I rent a medium, but could have worn a small. I tried to belt it, but it didn't look right due to the band on the dress being so high. If I could have cinched the sleeves, that would have helped. Since they were so large and puffy, I looked so matronly in this, there was no way I could make it work. Returned without wearing (but not without trying!).
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Qyana Dress
ba&sh
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Eye Catching but Runs Big
I loved the pattern on this, and it was really eye catching for work. Received multiple compliments. I typically wear a 6 in tops, but this ran very large on me, and I would have been ok in a 4.
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Geo Print Blouse
Coach
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Great Top for Everyday Wear
This was a great everyday top. I love the color and that it's casual yet flirty. It was just a little short and a little large on top on me (I'm 5' 6"), so I wore a cami underneath just in case I raised my arms or had to bend over for anything. I would rent this again.
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Georgette Retro Fem Body Top
Madewell
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Love the Sweater, Hate the Sizing
I ordered the size S-M. I typically wear a size 6, and I definitely should have gone with the XS-S. This sweater is very oversized, but to the point that it was hanging off my shoulders. The neck never laid right because it was so stretched out. It's a great sweater to wear in the dead of winter, and works for any casual occasion. I never could have worn this to work because with the over-sized look, it just looked too sloppy. So, worth a rental for a casual weekend but consider sizing down two sizes.
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Meldal Roll Knit Sweater
Elk
Size Worn: S-M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Size Down (and maybe down again)!
This shirt is very oversized - especially the sleeves. I typically wear a 6 and rented this in a size 4. I could have gone down at least one other size. I can't imagine wearing this untucked because it would be so bulky. I wore it tucked in with a black pencil skirt and it made it a lot cleaner. Would have looked too sloppy tucked into jeans or left out.
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Polka Dot Tie Neck Blouse
Jason Wu
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Great Shirt for Many Occasions
I wasn't sure if I would like this when I rented it. It got good reviews, but I couldn't tell if it was too "bulky" based on the pictures, and would add too much volume. I'm glad I took a chance on it. I wore it to work, to church, out to lunch with my husband and out to dinner with friends. I could mix jeans with nice pants to make it appropriate for each of those. I received compliments every time I wore it, mostly for the color. A great fall shirt and worth renting if you can pull off the color. I did find it a little on the short side, but not too short to where it was inappropriate for work.
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Eyelet Flutter Top
The Great.
Size Worn: 1
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
"It Looks Like You Have Pockets on Your Shoulder"
"It Looks Like You Have Pockets on Your Shoulder" is what my 7 year old daughter said when she saw me in it. I'm not really sure what that means, but I will say the shoulders were HUGE and I did look a little silly. I wore this to church and a casual dinner with the fam. I kept it home to wear to work but I'm not sure I can bring myself to wear something that looks like a casually striped space shirt to work. My recommendation would be to size down - it had a loose fit and that contributed to the issue. I'm a size 6 in tops and should have gone with the small. Not sure that would have solved the issue, but worth a try.
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Kinetic Stripe Top
The Fifth Label
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Pretty by Shapeless
I thought this would be a great piece to wear to work. I wear a size 6 in dresses and can usually wear a size 6, though sometimes go up to an 8 because I like a looser fit. I went with the 6 on this and it was pretty baggy and boxy. I'm not sure I'd rent again, but if I did I'd definitely move down to the 4. So, I would suggest at least going down one size if you want it to look more tailored. I just felt like I was swimming in it.
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Hoodoo Top
Three Floor
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
So Awkward
I didn't realize this shirt needed to be tied where the tie is shown in the picture. So, you either have to pull it tight to overlap the sides or you leave a cap just above your belly button. It doesn't seem like a shirt that should require a cami, but there's no way I could wear this to work with skin on my stomach showing. It's also short (I'm 5' 6") and was pretty wrinkled. Usually I wear something at least once so it wasn't a complete waste of a rental (and associated cost), but I sent this one back unworn.
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Lindy Top
Parker
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Cute but Big
Before I tied this, I thought oh wow, I'm wearing a poncho. The shape changes quite a bit when it's tied and I think is very flattering. The top is soooo big though. It doesn't come through on the picture, but I had to tie it pretty tight and it's so big on the top you can see my bra on the sides if I were to lift my arms. I'd definitely size down (I'm a size 6 in shirts). Also, this one came pretty wrinkled and stayed pretty wrinkled. Since it's cinched at the waist with the tie, it's not as obvious. I'd rent again for a casual date night or a summer work day, but I'd size down next time.
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Nell Top
Habitual
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Too Big and the Keyhole is too Long
I didn't remember seeing anything about the fit of this when I skimmed over reviews prior to renting. I am a size 6-8 in shirts (depending on how fitted - I like my shirts a little loose). I went with the 8 as I'd rather err on being too big than too small. I like the pattern and the shirt is cute. It's just really big overall, especially in the underarm area. It hangs down so much it almost shows my bra. As another reviewer mentioned, the keyhole is unusually long, especially for a keyhole that it seems isn't meant to be seen. I like the pattern enough that I would rent this shirt again in 1-2 sizes smaller.
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Printed Ruffle Shell Top
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Perfect Easter Dress!
I rented this for Easter. It was perfect, though I was a little chilly since it was unusually cool that day. I received quite a few compliments on the dress. I wear a size 6 in dresses, but am smaller on top so went with the size small. I'm glad I did as the dress fit perfect from the waist down, but the top was a little large. I had to pin it so it wasn't too open. Also, you should be aware the bottom draping is not sewn together or attached at all, so the slit goes all the way up. The fabric does overlap, but since it's in the front, I did pin it shut because I wore it to Mass and felt more comfortable knowing it was held in place when I sat down. I would definitely rent this again in the summer!
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Turquoise Sleeveless Dress
Louna
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Compliments from Strangers!
I read other reviews and was concerned about fit. I can wear a size 6 in tops, and went with the medium. I'm glad I didn't go any larger as it fit perfectly. However, I can see if you're anything over a B cup this may be a tough one to wear. It's tight across the chest and shoulders. I wore it to work and had friends as well as strangers complimenting me on the shirt. The price was too good to pass up ($35) for a piece I could wear on so many occasions, so I went ahead and purchased it!
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Five Stars For You Blouse
BB Dakota
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Too Big and Blah
There weren't any reviews when I first rented this. I could tell by the pics it looked a little large. I typically wear a size 6 in shirts, so I ordered the small (4-6), and this was still too big on top. It may fit someone a little bustier better, though. The blouse was just ok. The sleeves added a little flare, but those sleeves are so common these days, it doesn't even make it worth it to rent this one again. It's a one and done for me.
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Juliette Shirred Top
B Collection by Bobeau
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
So. Much. Glitter.
I returned this without wearing it. It was just way to glittery to pull off at work in January. I think I could probably only wear this in December. It was very heavy and thick, but also very stiff material. I tried it on twice trying to convince myself to get one use out of it, but just couldn't do it.
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Striped Lurex Sweater
Cedric Charlier
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Clingy and Short
I sent this sweater back without wearing. I thought it looked good in the reviews, so may just be my body type. I'm 5' 6" and do not have a long torso. This hit just above my hip. It was clingy and awkward, and I feel like I would have spent the entire day pulling it down. I usually try to get one wear out of my items, no matter how ill-fitting, but it wasn't worth it with this one.
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Stripe Knit Sweater
Jason Wu
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Beautiful Color - Would Rent Again
I rented this for work and everyday wear. It is a lighter sweater, so will not necessarily keep you warm on a cold winter day. However, I wore this to my daughter's dance recital, to work, and with jeans out with friends. Loved the color and would definitely rent again for every day.
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Fervour Knit Sweater
The Fifth Label
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Shouldn't Have Sized Up
I read the reviews on this one, so sized up to a large. However, for me this ran true to size, and therefore was baggy and unflattering once I sized up. I wore this for our holiday breakfast at work, and did receive a couple of compliments. The medium would have been more flattering though, as this just hung shapeless. I would rent again for work.
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Black Front Ruffle Top
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Could Live in This One
I lived in this sweater 4 days in a row (for different occasions). It was so comfortable and soft, and fit just right. I will definitely rent again!
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Scattered Hearts Sweatshirt
MONROW
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Heavy and Runs Large
This sweater is very heavy and boxy. It's also a little on the short side. I think if I ever rented again, I'd need to size down to make the fit a little more flattering. It is a little scratchy, but not unbearable. I think this could be cute with white sneakers on a casual day out. Not sure I'll ever rent again as it was just ok. I did receive one compliment on it being cute.
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Houndstooth Sweatshirt
J.O.A.
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Everyday Wear
I wasn't sure about this blouse when I rented it, but I loved it! The fit was great, and I loved the little details on the front. I wore it to work, and also wore it to my son's Thanksgiving lunch. Could be dressed up or dressed down. Will definitely rent again.
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Striped Katherine Blouse
Cleobella
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Perfect for Work
I rented this to wear to work. Love the color. It was just slightly shorter than I'd like, but still worked. Everything fit as expected, and it's one I'd rent for work again. Nothing overly exciting to write about it, just a great work blouse.
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Plant Print Top
Tara Jarmon
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
I Could Live in This One
This sweater was incredibly cozy. It's a little scratchy, but overall it's just a big, comfortable bear hug of a sweater. It may not be the most flattering, but on a cold, snowy day, it's a sweater you'd want to have in your closet. Runs just slightly large, but may not be enough to size down. I wore this twice while I had it, and would consider renting again. It's pretty heavy, so save for a cold day and not just a mild fall one.
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Striped Sylvia Sweater
Paper Crown
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Great Blouse for Work
The overall fit was large, so you may want to consider sizing down. It's a great blouse for work, and I already know it's one I'll look to rent again. I wore it under a jacket to work, and the static struggle was real after that. That was the only issue I had with this one. I didn't notice the bow in the front of the shirt in the pictures, and only realized it was there after I tried to figure out what the ties were for. Added a cute little detail to the front that is not necessarily visible in the pic.
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Star Tillilia Top
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Beautiful Color
I rented this for work the week of Thanksgiving. The color is very deep and rich, and I received compliments on the color right away. The shirt runs big, and I could have gone down two sizes and been ok. The top is way too low cut, so like others before me, I had to pin it shut. Very flattering overall, and would consider renting again for the holidays.
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Unidos Wrap Top
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Good Rental for Work
Nothing overly exciting about this shirt. it was (as usual) a little shorter than I'd like, but fit well otherwise. It's a good color. I was worried it would look "old" due to the pattern, but it did not appear that way in person. Other than that, served its purpose as a rotating work top from RTR. Wouldn't rush to rent again, but would probably rent again in the future.
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Teal Knit Peplum Top
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Great Fall Sweater!
The pictures do not do this sweater justice. It's a heavy sweater, so works better on a colder day. Would be tough to wear to work if you sit inside at a desk all day as it would probably be too warm. It's a little shorter than I'd like, but manageable. It was quite itchy at first, but not unbearable. Love the color and am keeping it to wear again next weekend when the temperature drops a little more. Would definitely rent this again. One issue with it is the sleeves are so thick, I couldn't get any of my coats over them without squeezing my arms in. So, may be better on a cool fall day where you don't necessarily need a coat also.
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Eliza Sweater
Mara Hoffman
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Too Big - Size Down
I rented this as I thought I could wear on the weekend, but also to work. I tried it on before going out to lunch with friends, and it was so baggy I decided not to wear it. I did wear it once to work so I didn't waste a rental (I'm Unlimited, but the shipping time to and from kills me!). I took it off after getting home and immediately returned it. I would consider renting again, but only if sizing down. I'm not sure that would solve the fit issue, but worth one more try. For reference, I am a size 6 in tops.
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Millie Ruffle Blouse
Sanctuary
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Nope
I tried to give this zero stars, but it wouldn't let me. This sweatshirt was a big miss for me in so many ways. I thought it would be cute to wear this on Halloween when I went trick-or-treating with the kids. It's huge and unflattering, so you need to size down 1-2 sizes. It's heavy and definitely sweatshirt material. There is a zipper just on one side which I thought odd (why not have on both?). The colors aren't very vibrant and pretty muted, so it looks like something from the 1970's, but not as stylish. I did not wear this and just returned it. 0% chance I'll rent this again. I usually submit photos, but I took this one off immediately after trying it on.
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Orange Polka Dot Sweatshirt
Sundry
Size Worn: 3
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Love!
This had never been worn before as it still had the tags attached. I received compliments immediately on this one, and any picture was far from doing this one justice. It's a rich black color, and a "blouse-y" material. It is not sheer at all, so I did not have to wear a cami, which is nice. It is thick enough that I could wear to work and be comfortable indoors all day, but definitely not thick enough to wear without a coat on a chilly fall day. Runs true to size in my opinion. Also, for once, the length was perfect! Typically I find RTR items to run a little on the short side, but this hit exactly where I'd want it (fyi - I'm 5' 6"). Will probably keep longer than usual, and will rent again in the future.
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Black Soo Top
Shoshanna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
It's Like Wearing a Chef's Coat
The shirt is ok for work. It's a mix between a chef's coat and the puffy shirt from Seinfeld (though not as bad as either of those). I wore it with jeans, but if I ever rented it again, I would dress it up more with heels and a pair of business casual pants. Fits is true-to-size. I can wear a six, but normally wear an 8. A six would have fit better, but the 8 wasn't overwhelming. The shirt buttons up under the ruffle, hence the reference to a chef's coat, which got some laughs at work. No compliments as it's just an update on the white button down. May rent again, but only for work, and only if there's nothing better available.
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Palmyra Top
Viva Aviva
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Eh...
No big wow on this shirt. It is a lot of green, so may need a necklace to break it up. One coworker did say "Happy St. Patrick's Day" to me, though it was in October, so apparently the green really stands out. It's a good color, though. Not sure I'd waste a pick on this shirt again as it's pretty "blah." Fit true to size, but probably more on the "too big" side.
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Weston Ruffle Sleeve Top
Tibi
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Has Potential...If You Size Go Down a Size (or 2!!)
I liked the pattern of this as something I could wear to work. However, the material on this is a bit overwhelming. I typically wear between a 6-8, though a 6 probably fits better. I went down to the medium (size 6 on this), and I could have gone down at least one, if not two more sizes. It's just huge. I did get compliments on the pattern, but someone at work mentioned I was swimming in it. I wouldn't be opposed to renting again, but would have to play around with the size more.
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Autumn Flower Blouse
byTiMo
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Disappointing Fit
I was so disappointed in the fit of this shirt! It was large, bulky, and wrinkled very easily. It arrived very wrinkled, and I had to iron it right before I left for work. As you can see in the pic (sorry for the awkward bathroom selfie - forgot to take the pic before I left for work!), it wrinkled quite a bit from where I was sitting at a desk most of the day. The back was even worse. I think the shirt has to be a little loose, because the snaps in the back are very sensitive. Otherwise, I would suggest sizing down. When I bent down to pick something up, three snaps popped, though the shirt was very loose-fitting. I would not rent again unless there was nothing better available.
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Persian Blue Twill Blouse
Opening Ceremony
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Great Shirt for Many Occassions
I wore this shirt multiple times, and thought it was very flattering. I usually wear a size 8, though could wear size 6 in shirts. I sized down to a small in this, and am very glad I did. It fit very well, and the length was great. I wore it to work paired with gray pants, and also to Church paired with black pants. Would definitely rent again.
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Black Floral Top
Equipment
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Eh...
This shirt was not as structured as it appears in the picture. It is made of a very soft material, and is not very thick. It is not tight to the body at all. It was an ok shirt for work, but not exciting enough for me to want to wear out at night. It is a little shorter than I'd like (as tend to happens with all RTR shirts, though I'm only 5' 6". Would rent again, but only if I couldn't find anything else that was available.
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Mayhem Top
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Wasn't as Eye-Catching as I Would Have Liked
I love a good red for work. I don't know if it was the shade of this red (very bright red) or what, but I didn't feel it "popped" the way most reds do. The shirt was just ok. Not extremely flattering, but would wear to work. Probably wouldn't wear it out for a night with friends or my husband as it didn't feel that exciting. I also felt it ran a little big, and would size down next time.
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Red Tie Neck Top
RED Valentino
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Wonderful for Work - if it didn't wrinkle so much
I rented this blouse for work, and it was perfect...until about 10 minutes in when it was already wrinkled. I ironed it again before I left for work, but it was wrinkled again by the time I arrived. The "tie" was also so wrinkled and shriveled I had to wear it in a bow vs. hanging down in a tie. I am between a 6 and an 8 on top, and I wanted to size down but the 6 wasn't available. I still felt it was a sophisticated work shirt, and I received a few compliments. I would definitely rent it again for work, size down, and just deal with the wrinkles.
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Striped Ascot Tie Blouse
See by Chloé
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B
Perfect for Work!
This was a great shirt for work, and I immediately got compliments. I can't see me wearing this out for dinner or for any other purposes, and it's a little too "corporate" for other events. There is a slit on either side of the shirt that ends just at the top of my pants, so it doesn't show skin, but easily could. I wear between a 6-8 (like my clothes a little loose fitting), but I went with the 6 on this. It fits fine, but the belt is a little tight and you have to cinch it quite a bit to even get to the holes. I wish there was another belt loop in the back to hold the belt in place, rather than let it hang down or have to tuck it in elsewhere. I'd rent this again, but only for work.
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Striped Asymmetrical Shirt
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34B