This is a great dress. I rented it for an engagement party as my back up and chose it because it was classier and more elegant that my other choice which was more of a party dress. It fit perfectly. As other reviewers say, the sleeves do sort of tie your arms to your side. For me, since I wasn't dancing, this was not a problem, but I could definitely see that getting annoying if I were. It's a nice dress with something a little extra beyond the LBD.

Bennett Lace Sheath

Lela Rose

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Size Worn: 4

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 34D

This might be THE most amazing dress I've ever worn. I love, love, love it. I've never NOT wanted to return a dress (like I've loved other dresses I've rented but just been like, that was fun to wear); this one I wanted to keep. The fabric was so soft and luxurious and the fit incredible. The color was phenomenal, so bright and lovely. The lightness of the skirt makes it flow so you feel like a princess. Only a few notes, it was pretty tight at the waist band, so its definitely best for that hourglass shape, I'd say. I also had to pin the straps a bit b/c they were too long for me. But I usually have to do that with anything with straps like this, so no surprise there, many people might not need to. If you're short, be careful. I'm 5'7" and I went with the long and with 3" heels it was still a bit on the ground so I stepped on it occasionally and a chair leg was put on it once or twice when I was sitting but I think that's how it was supposed to be. Much shorter and it wouldn't have worked for me. I am D and didn't have any issues with the bust. I think, without pinning the straps, the dress could accommodate even a little bit bigger bust, but not much more. I got TONS of compliments on this dress and seriously will go look to see if I can find one on SUPER SALE to own.

Yes, beautiful color and great draping and if you get this dress early (before a lot of people have had it) it won't be short. As with other ISSA dresses, though, if they've had this for awhile, I'd pay attention to the reviews and see if people start saying that it's running short. This fabric can shrink if it's been cleaned often. Point being, talk to the stylists. Ask them questions about how long this dress has been in stock and, if people are saying its shrinking, go with a longer length. If you're tall, you may need to pass entirely. The sizing on this ISSA is confusing. This dress is in UK sizes and even with the US equivalents, it run small. For example, I usually wear a between a US 2 and 4 and so I ordered the equivalent UK 6 and 8. Both too small. So, I'd say order your size and one up when going with this dress. It is lovely, the color is stunning, but the fabric is just a stretch jersey, nothing exciting.

Cloverfield Gown

Issa

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Size Worn: 8L

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 34D

As many reviewers have said, this dress is short. I'm 5'7" and I ordered the Long and it was still too short,; it stopped at my ankles! Uh, not good. One of the stylists told me that they've been finding that the fabric is shrinking on this dress with each cleaning. It's an incredible color, but it is a basic, no frills dress so something like it being too short really stands out. If you are shorter, then go for this dress, but still order the long! If I was more like 5'4", the long would have been perfect. I love ISSA, but I find them difficult with sizing. Some of their dresses are in US, some in UK, and they don't match up. For instance, this dress in a 4 was too big, but a similar long green dress (the Cloverfield gown) in the equivalent UK size (an 8) was too small. How is that? I don't know. So just a warning to be careful with the size you order (definitely chat with a stylist before you order this designer) and the length. Ask a lot of questions, it's been frustrating to deal with ISSA and their inconsistent sizing. Also, the fabric on this particular dress is thin and not that nice and, for a not rental that is not cheap, I'd expect more.

Morning Glory Gown

Issa

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Size Worn: 4L

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 34D

I got this as mystery bling. Meh. It was okay. It kind of looks like costuem jewlery to me. The big circle of jewels wasn't even on the center of the braclet on the one I got, so the thing kept spinning around my wrist. Haven't been that thrilled with mystery bling options so probably won't do them again. This is fine, but nothing to write home about.

The pros: the dress is an amazing color. AH-MAY-ZING. The back is killer. The cons: I actually found the dress ran a bit big, contrary to others for whatever that's worth. I usually wear a 4 and had a 2 on for the event and I"m glad I did b/c as the night went on it felt like the dress stretch out and got even bigger. I was tugging to pull it up b/c it seemed like the V got lower as the night went on! I like the dress but I didn't feel as awesome in it as the other things I've rented from RTR. It's pretty, but I won't rent it again. I didn't like how the rouching (sp?) came onto the front of the dress. But, this would be a fun, fun dress for a bachelorette or ladies night.

Lets Get Ruched Dress

Yigal Azrouël

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Size Worn: 2

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 34D

These earring are really cool and very beautiful. I had them sent to me as mystery bling with the David Meister Mod Cleopatra dress. They made the outfit. Unfortuantely the dress was too big so I could wear them but I wish I'd been able to. They have a sold backing which helps with the weight. I didn't find them too heavy and I am super sensitive to that, however, I didn't wear them for a full night so I can't tell you how I would have felt after that. I think it's worth giving these a shot, especially with a beautiful gold dress!!

Midnight Statement Earrings

kate spade new york accessories

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Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 34D

This dress is gorgeous. I usually wear a size 4, but ordered the 8, which doesn't mean it runs small but it runs accurately in the conversion between European and American sizing. The draping is flattering and the fabric is soft and comfortable. I felt beautiful in the dress and I think that's the mark of something good. Another reviewer said that the dress isn't good for larger cup sizes but I slightly disagree as I am a D and the dress was fine even without a bra (although I think larger than that and it might get too tight). Lastly, the dress is listed as "red" but it's more a vibrant pink (which is what I was hoping for and part of why I loved it). I got compliments from strangers in the elevator and my boyfriend loved it. I recommend this dress--you'll feel elegant, classy and gorgeous.

Red Draped Silk Dress

Issa

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 34D

This dress is A-MAZ-ING. I love it. I wore it to a wedding and it was super flattering but the length (which came to just above my knees) made the tighter fit of the dress appropriate for the occasion. I felt awesome in it. I wore it with a backless, strapless Nubra, but you could go without it (I probably COULD have pulled that off, even at 34D, but I felt more comfortable with something there). I wore a size 4 and it fit extremely true to size. I'm almost always a 4, sometimes a 2, but I would say this fit as I expected. The only difference I noted from the picture and the real dress was that the buttons on the back of mine were pink, not black (which I was a little disappointed with). However, the dress was fabulous and I loved it. I would 1005% rent again.

Wall Street Woman Dress

Nicole Miller

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Size Worn: 4

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 34D

I absolutely adored this dress. When I rented, only the 4 was available and my backup size, the 2, was not. Unfortunately, the reviewers are right, this dress absolutely runs large. I could have swung it and tried to wear it but I could grab a handful of fabric and pull it away from my body (and fold it over) on the side seam--so I didn't risk it. Since I didn't order a second look (b/c I loved this one so much) I had to try to snag something else ASAP, which was too bad. I will totally try this dress again for another occasion when I'm sure they'll have the smaller size available.

Mod Cleopatra Dress

David Meister

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Size Worn: 4

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 34D

I like these earrings but I can't wear really heavy earrings as one of my earlobes is thinner than the other (who knew that could happen!) and the hole was places a bit too low, so heavy earrings sag in that ear and look funny. Becuase of that, I wasn't able to wear these. I could see someone also thinking that they are a little bulky, but with the right dress, they'll look great.

Jet Drop Earrings

Kenneth Jay Lane

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Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 7"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 34D