Emily's Reviews
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17 reviews
Nice summer dress
Rented for family photos. I'm 3 months postpartum and appreciated how stretchy the material is, though it does hug all the curves...even those you may not want to show off. It does have a built in bra but it's more of a demi cup style and the straps are not adjustable. I made it work but they were a little on the small/narrow side for me, personally.
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Selene Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Could be better
These is my first lulu rental and I'm very underwhelmed. I ordered my normal size and probably could have sized down. They feel stretched out and almost a little baggy. I was anticipating more of a legging/jogger fit but they are more like an over-spandexed trouser. They also are not cropped at all - full length on me at 5'6". Probably wouldn't recommend for anything other than a dressier WFH pant.
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Here to There Pants
Lululemon
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Not what I was expecting
I really wanted to like this one for casual weekend wear. The fit guide told me to order a S (I'm a true M). First time around, an XS was sent by mistake so I couldn't wear. The S sort of fits, but in no way like the photo shows. This is not an oversized item. It fits more like a cropped sweatshirt. I wore high waisted leggings which helped, but it's boxy in the wrong ways and not especially flattering. I'd recommend ignoring the fit predictor and ordering your standard size or even size up.
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Stripe Lace Up Sweater
White + Warren
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Should have sized down
Rented these pants for work. I have a hard time finding comfortable pants due to a long torso + wide hips so I'm always looking for stretch. I rented the 44 per RTRs suggestion. These are like yoga pant amount of stretch. I'm typically a US 8/M in bottoms and probably could have done the 42. I was pulling them up all day and had quite a bit of gapping around the waist so they weren't as flattering as they look in the model. Otherwise comfortable and the color is pretty.
Blue Crop Stretch Pants
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 44R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Nice for work
Very square silhouette but still flattering and relatively comfortable. I think this could easily be dressed up or down. It's short in length so I paired it with the mid/higher rise Sanctuary leggings (also RTR). Only gave it four stars because I found the neckline to be scratchy and the arm holes were just a tad on the snug side for me.
Crochet Lace Shell Top
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Pretty pattern
This dress fits unlike any other DVF dress I've ever worn - much more structured yet also not quite as forgiving. Beware bending over or sitting down! Very short. It had thicker material than I anticipated and the collar/neckline was a little tighter than I'd prefer, but overall it was a nice dress and I'd likely rent again.
Floral Lena Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Pretty color
Really liked this color for fall. The dress silhouette is nice, the length is ok, but runs a bit large so it bunched all over and wrinkled on me. Not super flattering. There's some decent stretch in the material but it's on the thinner side so it is not forgiving at all - you can see all lumps, bumps, and undergarments.
Elio Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Structured and stretchy
Really liked the material of this dress. It's thick and structured so it helps smooth a bit and has stretch it all the right areas. Length is great for the office but the neckline was a little more revealing on me than how it looks on the model. I ended up wearing a chunky multilayered necklace to cover up a little of the cleavage. Really comfortable and runs large. I'm a true medium and the small fit perfectly.
Floral Alice Sheath
Dress The Population
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Fits like a glove
I've always liked wearing Elizabeth and James and this dress did not disappoint. The material is semi-structured, has a little give, and is a beautiful dusty mauvey rose color. It has a slightly more dropped waist than other skater styles I have worn, so it's not as forgiving in the waist as I'm used to, especially with the lighter color. However the halter-like top is great for accentuating arms and shoulders. Fits like a true 6 and with an hourglass shape I find it most snug at the bust and tummy area. Good style for wider hips. Would definitely rent again.
Pink Bristol Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Fun and feminine
Originally rented this dress for a party and didn't end up wearing it due to weather. It was too cute to send back unworn so I decided to wear pink to work in honor of Wednesday. I ended up slightly modifying the lower cut neckline for the office by tucking in some of the textural ruffles to create more of a collar and tied the faux scarf a little higher to cover cleavage. I'm 5'6" and the hem hits a few inches below my knee. Metallic threads add depth to the floral pattern. Would rent again!
Flora Facade Dress
Cooper Street
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Love it
Highly recommend! Fun skater style silhouette is great for all body types, especially hourglass or pear shapes. Structured top, thicker material, slimming. I have a wider ribcage so I found the waistline to be a little on the snug side but not uncomfortable. Easily dressed up or down depending on occasion.
Araceli Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Better for a bump
Pretty silhouette and floral pattern, but runs rather large. I wear a 6 and found the 4 to be roomy in the torso area. I am 6 months postpartum and it didn't flatter my current figure, but would have been really cute while pregnant! There is definitely room for a decent sized bump.
Buckingham Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Pretty summer dress
Really liked the color and silhouette of this dress. It is form fitting, runs about a full size small, and has fairly breathable fabric. It has a little give, but I still found it to be slightly tight across the chest. Only thing I disliked was the material shows everything underneath - undergarment lines, belly button, etc. I ended up wearing a longer cardigan to cover most of it so it was more appropriate for a corporate setting.
Cloud Sherry Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Comfortable, structured and beautiful fabric
The print is so beautiful in person, but unfortunately photos don't do it justice. The wider straps allow you to wear a standard bra and the material has a nice weight to it which makes it perfect for dancing. Would highly recommend for an event.
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Jasmine Rainwater Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34C
Feminine, comfortable dress
This was my backup dress for a wedding I attended. I ended up not wearing this one, but it was very comfortable and fit very well when I tried it on. The only downside I saw was with the illusion neckline/back you'd need to be wearing the right width strapless bra so that it wouldn't show through the mesh.
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Navy Illusion Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34C
Great for a wedding guest
Based on a number of reviews, I sized up and I wish I hadn't! This dress definitely runs large in the bodice (for me the gapping was primarily in the back) and it would have fallen off of me had it been strapless. It's fairly comfortable and is a unique style so I received many compliments throughout the night. I would definitely recommend ordering your go-to size.
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Modern Florist Dress
VONE
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34C
Perfect for a black tie Silk Road themed gala
Pros: Stunning dress, even more intricate in person. Received many compliments. Cons: 1. The one I received was fairly worn and starting to pill in areas. 2. It runs small AND short. I'm just under 5'6" so I ordered the standard size and it barely hit the top of my feet. I was disappointed that I couldn't wear heels to a gala and I found it challenging to find cute enough flats that were appropriate for the event. It was rather tight in the bust even in the larger backup size that I ordered.
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Teal Elizabeth Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34C