Lara's Reviews
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Impractically Small
Cute and vacation ready, but sooo small. I should’ve actually tried to use it before choosing to bring it because it didn’t hold anything. I didn’t want it to carry a lot, some cash, cards, a lipstick and my phone. But if I had my phone in it I could barely fit anything else. I ended up asking my husband to put my phone in his pocket so I could carry a couple things.
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Crochet Mini Flap Bag
Tory Burch Accessories
Size Worn: One Size
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Adorable and Romantic Just Too Small
I doubted this dress would fit properly but decided to give it a chance anyway because it looked so nice. It is very cute, so different than some of the brighter pieces I’ve tried from Farm Rio. The construction appears to be a really good quality, everything is lined and the details are high end. Unfortunately the bust was a little too small and because I’m tall the way the cups are molded the bottom was actually in my bust still. The mid section looked fine, even good from the front. But from the side it looked like I had a bit of a belly, which was so bad sitting down that I just couldn’t wear it. If I could’ve sized up again I would. I typically wear a L/Xl in Farm Rio dresses and this did run small and a tad bit short.
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Delicate Floral Stripes Midi Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Too Short but very cute
Adorable, very fine corduroy. Overall length was fine but the bust detail sat too high on me and went over my boobs instead of under, so it didn't quite look right. If I was 2" shorter it would've been perfect. I'm 5'9"
The Bonnet Dress
The Great.
Size Worn: 3
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Very Poofy on Top
Liked the crisp cotton fabric. The sleeves were puffy but not overwhelming. I found the front of the top very poofy though. I’m tall but short waisted and maybe that was part of it, because I had an extra 4” or so between my chest and waist. I wish it had been a couple inches longer too, but that’s nitpick and I’m tall. Probably would’ve benefitted from a belt. Ended up not wearing because the weather went back to hot and I didn’t love it enough to keep any longer.
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Paisley Dress
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Not The Most Flattering for Pear Shape
Felt lovely. Very lightweight and quality material. Fit was perfect. However I just didn’t think it was flattering on me. I’m a pear shape with a small upper body. Because it hugged my hips and bloused over my chest it made me look larger and wasn’t very flattering. The high neckline looked a bit Amish on me. If you’re straight or an inverted triangle this is the dress for you,
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Akina Wine Jacqui-B Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Aggressively Fine
For some reason this felt too tight even though it actually fit fine. I got it for a trip to Northern Europe in October but I think it’s just too bulky and heavy. Definitely not ideal for packing as it would take up a lot of room. Probably a better tent in January or February.
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Morgan Skirt
Area Stars
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Capris if you’re tall
Unfortunately these were missing a button so I couldn’t have worn them if I wanted to. I’m usually a 12/14 but size up in bottoms on this brand. The fit was pretty good except the length. I’m 5’9” and rather than being cropped they looked like capri pants, way too short. I also didn’t love how the pockets are vertically right on the front and gape open a little. If they were mine I’d leave them sewn shut.
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Arte Pants
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Unfortunately Too Small
I’m on the larger side of normal sizing so I was dubious about this fitting. It did fit okay, buttoned up without gapping and everything. But, fit was a little too short and the waist hit more like an empire and I just didn’t find it flattering, I think it’s supposed to fit with more room so the belt can wrap it up and cinch more. So while it did technically fit I didn’t think it looked as good as it would’ve if I was smaller and a couple inches shorter. Otherwise the quality was nice and I liked the pintuck top.
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The Every Body Dress
Sheridan French
Size Worn: ONESIZE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect vacation Dress
Second time renting this and it's very comfortable and the print is great. Wore in a Caribbean cruise over new years and got many compliments. It's a little short on me to wear heels but I wore with flat sandals. Colors are a little more muted than the picture. Straps are adjustable, which is perfect.
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Surrealist Summer Sundress
ALÉMAIS
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Didn’t Realize it was Polyester
When I rented this I didn’t realize the material and unfortunately I just didn’t like the way it felt. I planned to wear it in a very hot day and it wouldn’t have been right in those temps. It fit fairly well, but a little bit short in the bust too, I am on the taller side.
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Janis Patchwork Maxi
See by Chloé
Size Worn: 44R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Runs shorter than some other Farm Rio rompers
I love Farm Rio rompers for elevated casual looks, I’ve rented most of the ones available and have been consistently surprised when they fit since I am tall. This was the first one that was way too short in the body and gave me a wedgie. It was too bad because this is very cute, lots of cute details on the trim and buttons. Everything fit as expected otherwise. In some brands in a L, but usually XL in Farm Rio dresses, rompers and bottoms.
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Sweet Bloom Bouquet Romper
FARM Rio
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Amazing Dress Just Too Short for Me
This dress was so cute. Good print, quality, good hardware. Unfortunately it barely covered my butt so I couldn’t wear it. The only other thing I could see is that the belt did seem a bit odd, but I felt like I could’ve made it work. Outside of length everything fit perfectly.
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Dream Garden Pink Mini Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Short With Weird Cutouts
This fit, but fit like it was a petite on me. I’m tall, but normally can wear regular length dresses. The waist hit me like an empire waist and instead of being midi this hit right below my knees. Material was a high quality and it was NWT. I didn’t like how some of the eyelets were unlined. I would’ve worn with a nude bra and I wouldn’t want it showing on my back. Doesn’t seem like the type of easy dress that underwear could show with. Kind of makes sense that I got it NWT after I’ve been trying to snag all summer without luck.
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Cassidy Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Unfortunately Placed Cutouts
While this matching skirt was too small for me this fit, maybe was a tiny bit big around. However it was pretty short. I could wear with very high rise jeans, but it was difficult. First, I think because I’m taller my nipples were directly in the mesh cutouts. I could wear with one bralette I have, but that’s seemed counterintuitive either way something that’s supposed to be breezy and lightweight. Then if I moved at all my bralette was visible. Ended up not wearing out, too hot to wear with a layer.
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Jeanetta Eyelet Cropped Tank Top
Sea New York
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Excellent Construction but Weird Fit Round Hips
Fit as expected for this brand. Really liked the crisp cotton fabric and quality construction. However, I ended up not wearing because the trim on the first tier pulls the skirt back in creating a weird bubble effect around butt and thighs.
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Yvonne Skirt
Sea New York
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Loved the Print but Chest was Huge on Me
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Dixon Dress
Marie Oliver
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Would've Kept Longer if it Didn't Get Warm Here
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Paige Jacket
Ulla Johnson
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Amazing Quality but Unflattering
Sized up to make sure I could layer. I don’t know if getting my normal size would’ve helped. It was pretty huge in areas but buttoned properly and I could move my arms and that might not have been the case in a smaller size. I think the boxy fit and details on shoulders just made me look huge on top, and since I am a per shape - it just made me look bulky. Quality was fantastic. I thought it was navy but base fabric is dark great velvet.
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Gael Jacket
Sea New York
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Too Tight in Chest
Live this and rented it previously. However I’ve gained a little weight and it made the top too tight. Very cute, perfect length for me to wear with flats.
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Printed Dani Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
High Quality and Flattering
Appeared to be very high quality, the way it’s constructed and lined. No gaping in buttons. I’m a bit of a pear and that did mean the top was a little big while the waist just fit, but it wasn’t a huge problem. If I was bigger on top or more of an hourglass definitely could’ve sized down into my smaller size.
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Devin Romper
Marie Oliver
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Wanted to Love
I think this just didn’t fit me properly. The design is great, love the slit in front. Unlined and cotton so definitely felt very vacation. I found it short waisted. I’m not sure if doing up would’ve solved the problem. I did bring it on vacation and wore one afternoon but was eager to get it off. I kept trying to pull it down because where the waist hit just wasn’t right or comfortable. I am on the tall side though so for most people it wouldn’t be a problem.
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Tiered Dress
Fifteen Twenty
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect Caribbean Vacation Shorts
Wore these once a day during a Caribbean cruise. Easy to throw in to grab a coffee or over a bathing suit. Very comfortable, but elevated due to the embroidery. I sized up to an XL because I wasn’t sure about the size and it was a good fit. Maybe a bit large but that was how I’d prefer these to fit. I wore with a tank top and an oversized linen shirt. Only complaint would be that one of the back pockets says 2024 on it, so I wouldn’t want to own them and be wearing them years from now.
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Audrina Short
RHODE
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Almost can’t go wrong with Sizing
I’ve rented this before in a 12, this time a 14, could probably do an 8-16. The gathers make it very flexible in sizing but I think it looks best to have some extra gathers with the larger size. Material is a little thin and it gathers lint easily, but still a nice easy summer dress
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Black Bow Tie Dress
Rosetta Getty x RTR
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Cute and Comfy
Wore this to a holiday party with a cropped sweater and velvet heels. It’s comfortable and cute, but I didn’t feel it verged more towards business than casual or festive.
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Thea Skirt
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Fun!
This was super fun. Very warm. Not the most flattering but makes up for it in personality. The only reason I didn’t wear it more was the length. I’m relatively tall (5’9”) but have linger legs and a shorter torso so I don’t typically have any problems with shirt length. However even with very high waisted jeans this kept rising up and showing the t-shirt I wore under it. Wasn’t a huge problem it just felt awkward and the proportions looked a little off.
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Hearts Ikat Black Knit Sweater
FARM Rio
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Amazing Quality
First I got his NWT and the fiber content and knit are amazing. It was soft and thick and luxurious. I ended up not wearing because I struggled with the sleeve length. I rented when we had record cold temps and nothing I could layer looked quite right. It was also maybe too bulky and I should’ve went with a size L. Maybe better for early spring or fall.
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Annette Sweater
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Love - dress Up and Down
Deceiving looks as it’s actually a decent size purse. I wore for all our traveling around the holidays. Held 3 passports, a bigger wallet, headphones, charging cables, sanitizing wipes - all without feeling bulky. I got so many compliments. Wore crossbody casually and as a shoulder bag for dressier holiday parties. Would rent again. Only reason I didn’t purchase is that it’s dressier than more typically boho style.
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Mila Bag
Sandro
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Meh
This was a very bland choice. Very stiff leather and doesn’t really open far. Doesn’t stay in shoulder and hard to carry. Can’t believe the price as it doesn’t look like anything.
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Grey Beaumont Hobo Bag
AllSaints
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Don’t size up & itchy neck
I sized up for this, thinking it would be a finer knit and tighter fit. It’s heavier than I I anticipated and ended up just being very bulky and unflattering. The neck is a very high turtleneck and I wasn’t comfortable at all wearing it. Good quality though and good if you can rock a turtleneck.
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Alice Striped Turtleneck
Toccin
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Too Short
Unfortunately this just didn’t fit right. I’m a pear shape and the bottom fit great but there were wings of extra fabric under my arms. The other problem was the legs were just too short on me. It was nice the top adjusted but the legs looked more capri than cropped. Cute and good quality though.
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Drea Jumpsuit
Levi's
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Short chain weird closure
I don’t like the length of the strap, and the closure l Didn’t really close it so I never used it.
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Mint Doris Bag
Yuzefi
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Cute But Hard to Style
This was very cute and excellent quality but I had a hard time styling it. It was too bulky to wear under another coat, too warm to wear as an indoor layer, I thought I’d wear it as a lighter weight coat but we had a cold snap so I ended up just never wearing.
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Olivia Top
Polo Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Weird fit with drop waist
This was simultaneously too small and too big on me. The shoulders and chest were too large, and the hips were a bit small. I just don’t think it works for a pear shape as the drop waist accentuates that shape. If it had been a more flared skirt I could have sent down a size.
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Celia Paisley Collared Dress
Ulla Johnson
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Very cute and surprisingly warm.
Wore this a ton for 2 months. Coats are one of my favorite things to rent because they almost always fit and I like to have access to a lot of different styles without owning 15 winter coats. I could’ve probably sized down but I liked the oversized fit. Easy to wear over bulkier sweaters.
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Long Wool Coat
Rosetta Getty x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Cute and Versatile
Lived this sweater and kept for a couple months. Fit perfectly. Wore with everything from dress pants to jeans to skirts. Layered over floral silk blouses and plain t-shirts. Probably not something I’d buy because it’s definitely novelty print but actually second guessing that because of how much I liked it.
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Staffy Bookends Cori Cardigan
Rachel Antonoff
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Cute and nice Fabric just Didn’t fit Right
First of all these were cute and stylish. I was worried about the fabric feeling clingy or weird but it was great, actually very comfortable feeling. I marked these as too small but I’m not sure that’s accurate as they just fit me weirdly and maybe. It exactly small. I’m on the tall side and they were too short and the pleats pulled funny but I think it’s because the rise was too low for me. I had plenty of ease in the waist. The only other downside is that the drawstring is very thick and doesn’t really tie neatly.
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Tareta Pants
BOSS
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect for Vacation
This was a great shirt to bring on vacation. Comfortable and don’t wrinkle at all. I paced for 12 days in the Mediterranean and paired with lightweight sweaters, t-shirts and tank tops. Perfect for walking around a lot.
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Sasha Skirt
Marie Oliver
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect Lightweight Summer Dress
Fit was great. A little large in the bust and I tried cutlets but in the end decided to do nothing as you couldn't really tell. The fabric was perfect. Very lightweight, I folded it inside a purse for travel and it came out with zero wrinkles. Lightweight and actually comfortable for an evening beach wedding that was over 90 degrees and sunny.
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Jewel Rosette Lana Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 172lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect Straw Bag
I was impressed with the quality of this straw bag. Brought it for a destination wedding. Used it with the strap during the day to go on a dolphin boat tour and at night without the strap to carry to our friend's beach wedding.
Moyen Alice Crossbody
Clare V.
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 172lbs
Bust: 36B
Cute but Painful
At first I thought these were wonky. The two flowers are on one stiff piece, they don't flow so they have to be adjusted to hang parallel to your neck. Once I figured that out they looked cute. However, it's Tuesday morning, I wore these Saturday night and my ears still hurt. The clips left marks on and in my ears that are still fading.
Black Bouquet Earrings
Lele Sadoughi
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 172lbs
Bust: 36B