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Funky maternity option
I rented this for an outdoor November wedding at 33 weeks -- the invite encouraged "drama," so I appreciated how glittery this is! The empire waist and stretch are great for maternity. I actually sized down one, based on the reviews, and I'm glad I did. Used a safety pin to secure the v-neck.
Blue Glitter Veronica Dress
Alcoolique
Size Worn: 38R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Lovely maternity option
I wore this for a rehearsal dinner at 33 weeks. I sized up one, and it fit beautifully over the bump. This style of neckline always makes me a bit self-conscious, thanks to a combo of a small bust and less-than-incredibly-toned shoulders, but no complaints about the dress itself!
Blue Floral Print Midi Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Perfect baby shower dress
I'm obsessed with this dress. The cut and neckline are so flattering (I love ballet necklines), the fabric is thick and stretchy, I love the warm color and the visual interest of the slightly striped rib knit. I worried it wouldn't stretch enough for my 32-week bump, but i sized up one and it felt and looked incredible. The stretch and lower back, I think, helped prevent the back bunching that sometimes happens with a baby bump. So many compliments and felt comfortable and beautiful all day.
Brown Gwyneth Knit Dress
Mara Hoffman
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Needed leggings but a comfy maternity look
The slit really is VERY high and revealing -- probably my 30-week bump didn't help. Very comfortable and adorable when layered with thin leggings; otherwise might be best for a night out.
Minetta Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Zipper falls at an awkward place
I have another seraphine maternity/nursing dress I love, but zipper and keyhole fell in such an awkward way that it made my bust look really misshapen. The top also seemed a bit large while the skirt and sleeves felt tight.
Brooke Keyhole Nursing Maternity Dress
Seraphine
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Floaty, fun maternity option
At 29 weeks, I was nervous about finding a festive dress for a rehearsal dinner, but this waistline falls beautifully above the bump and the pleated skirt has lots of room, even though I ordered my usual size. Got lots of compliments and felt great wearing it.
Pleated Quinn Dress
DELFI Collective
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Sized up for baby bump, but too much on top
I sized up to cover my baby bump, and it had just enough room in the large -- but this meant the sleeves were so long and droopy that I looked ridiculous. Would love to rent in my regular size when not pregnant!
Ruffle Floral Dress
StyleKeepers
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Pretty and floaty for maternity
This definitely has a lot of fabric and runs large, even well into my second trimester. It was still really pretty and comfortable for a hot summer day -- would rent again.
Floral Honey Maxi
Banjanan
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Comfy
Very casual dress, soft and comfortable for a warm weekend day.
Claudette Maternity Dress
Seraphine
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Sidebooby but breezy and fun
Stretchy for maternity, very comfortable and felt great in it. The sideboob is real, but I wore with a cute bralette and it didn't bother me at all.
Chambray Butterflies Dot Maxi
Free People
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Gorgeous but not quite right for maternity
I LOVED this dress, but the waist just hits a little low for maternity wear. I could get it zipped but it pushed the bodice up so that there was a ton of extra fabric at the back and shoulders. I hope to rent one day when I'm not pregnant!
Eden Serpent Dress
Thurley
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Beautifully flowy
Wore this pulled over my 24-week bump and it worked great -- though beware of the side slots, which go up quite high when the skirt is worn over a bump. I have also worn the dress in this fabric, and both are less transparent on than they look off the hanger.
Gardenia Floral Pleated Skirt
VINCE.
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Liked it so much I bought it!
Love that this dress works for maternity and nursing, plus it's super cute and neutral enough that I can get a lot of wear out of it.
Acacia Maternity Dress
Seraphine
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Made me feel like a stylish kangaroo
The extra fabric at the belly made this a great second trimester maternity dress! I felt like a marsupial carrying my baby in a pouch. Very striking, tons of compliments, and the fabric is very thick and high-quality. Not my usual style at all, which is part of the fun of RTR, and I'm glad I took a gamble on this one.
Striped Knit Tank Dress
Proenza Schouler
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Sheer but beautiful
This dress is gorgeous and so different from what I usually go for -- the flowy ruffles and neon pastels are very striking and fun to wear. I sized up for my 24-week bump. I think I could have worn my usual 4, but it was nice to not have it too tight around the bump so the 6 was perfect. However, it is SO SHEER. Even nude undies and nipple covers showed through. Had to wear nude spanx and a nude bralette.
Limelight Dress
Three Floor
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Great maternity option for a nice event
I wore this for a speaking event and got so many compliments! Super comfortable, gorgeous color, and the scallop details make it stand out. Plenty of stretch for a 23-week bump; wore my usual size.
Freida Knit Scallop Dress
Adelyn Rae
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Not ideal for pregnancy
This is cute but probably would work best on a more slim, straight figure. It was a bit tight over the bump, which combined with the lack of shape around the bust to create an overall pear shape and some unflattering gaps around the shoulders.
Pierre Maxi
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Cute for maternity wear
The empire waist and flowy skirt makes this ideal for wearing with a second trimester bump! I wore to work and a bachelorette party and it worked well in both settings -- a little low cut if you have a more conservative office though.
Pradera High Low Midi Dress
Line + Dot
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Sporty and classic
This is a great dress for second trimester -- very stretchy, thick fabric that highlights the 21-week bump. I think it would also be really trim and cute on the non-pregnant! Would love to rent it again one day when I have a waist. I'm typically a small but rented the medium as recommended, and it fits perfectly. The fit is snug and curve-hugging and the silhouette is so fun and sporty. Super comfy, great for work, and high-quality.
Navy Pine Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA
Summer perfection
I was surprised by how much I loved this -- both the bright colors and voluminous fit are out of my comfort zone. But it's so striking and moves so beautifully, I felt incredible in it. The top is close-fitting, which I like; it balances out the enormous skirt. The skirt really catches the breeze, which is super fun for a breezy summer day. But it does wrinkle easily, so it might not be ideal for travel.
Aggie Colorblock Dress
PINKO
Size Worn: 40R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32AA