Catherine's Reviews
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Stunning!
They're hard to see in this pic, but I rented these to go with a birthday dress rental and they were PERFECT. I wish I could have kept them! They are definitely statement earrings, but not heavy at all. I got tons of compliments.
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Multi Beaded Tassel Earrings
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 40DD
Birthday stunner!
I rented this using my birthday promo for a date night. It was absolutely gorgeous, I loved the print on the skirt (which has pockets!) and got tons of compliments. A perfect dress for a night out. But, fair warning, I have a few criticisms/notes for anyone renting the plus sizes: I had to wear the bigger backup size because the top portion fits very snugly (especially for a large bust) and is nearly impossible to zip on your own. The cut of the top is also slightly different for the plus sizes -- the straps are much wider. Not a huge deal, but that would've been nice to know. I chose to wear a wide belt to create a more defined waist because while the top is snug, the skirt is very flowy and it looked like a maternity dress on me at first. Lastly, fair warning: the darting on the bust creates two points that look like your headlights are on, so to speak... But overall, I really did love this once I styled it with the belt! I also paired it with the Slate & Willow multi beaded tassel earrings, which looked amazing!
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Wandering Vine Rebecca Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: 2XR
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 40DD
Stunning sparkler
I loved the sparkle on this dress -- it was perfect for a black tie optional wedding in June! The fabric is lightweight so it never got too hot. My only complaint was the sizing -- I tried both the 16 and the 18W. The 16 was way too small, and the 18W was slightly too big. Otherwise it was beautiful! Tons of compliments!
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Aqua Mist Dress
Theia
Size Worn: 18W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 40DD
Perfect dress!
This was a backup dress I selected when ordering a different dress for a Dec. 30 wedding. That dress ended up being unavailable, so RTR sent me this one. Honestly, I loved this one more than what I'd chosen originally. It was gorgeous and so flattering! The tone of the florals is really rich, and the stitching is super textured. Tons of compliments!
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Geranium Floral Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 40DD
Gorgeous dress that really stood out!
I loved everything about this dress, except the fact that excess fabric at the bust created a weird bulge at my armpits. I ended up pinning it down from the inside, creating a very tailored look. Otherwise, it was stunning and I got tons of compliments! The fabric is heavy but gorgeous. It was a beautiful option for an evening summer wedding.
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Blue Ayla Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 18W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 40DD
Great for a wedding!
I rented this dress in the lighter pink color last year and loved it, so I tried out this color for another wedding. Because this is a darker dress, it feels a little more formal than the light pink, but they are both great for cocktail parties/weddings/etc. Loved the pockets and structured fit, particularly for a full figure. The only downside is the lack of any stretch, which is why I went with my larger backup size.
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Magenta Floral Sheath
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 20W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 40DD
Didn't love this dress
I rented this as a second option for a New Year's Eve wedding I attended. Overall I just wasn't impressed. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't really flattering on me. The draping in the skirt is just kind of strange and I felt like I was wearing a gold sequined toga. I prefer a more structured fit.
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Fifth Avenue Showstopper Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 38D+
Sequins are a wow factor!
Overall, the dress was perfect for the black-tie-optional New Year's Eve wedding I attended. It was elegant, glitzy, and comfortable. That said, it runs big -- even going a size down, it was still a little loose on me. I added a skinny belt to cinch the waist and I'm really glad I did. Also, because the fabric is so heavy with sequins, the neckline hangs in a droopy way. It's not a crisp, tailored kind of fit. But it was beautiful and I got lots of compliments!
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Blue Botany Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 16W
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 38D+
Modest and chic
I wore this dress to be a greeter in a friend's wedding, and it was a perfect choice -- cute and chic but also modest. The wedding was in November, so the dress was a great seasonal choice. Loved the pockets and the tailored structure. A great fit for me!
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Sweet As Can Be Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 18W
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 38D+
This was my first RTR experience and it was worth every penny! The dress was perfect!
I decided to rent this dress for a wedding because I just didn't love anything in my closet. I am so happy with my decision! The dress was perfect -- dressy enough for an evening wedding but not overly formal. And because I have an "apple" figure, I always look for structured dresses to give me a good silhouette. This dress didn't disappoint! It has no stretch, so I definitely had to go a size up (needed room for dinner and dancing!) but it worked really well. The pockets are awesome, the color was gorgeous, and I felt really beautiful. I would absolutely recommend!
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Imperial Garden Sheath
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 20W
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 38D+