Kathleen's Reviews
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Rent This Dress
If you are looking for a dress for a black tie optional wedding in the Fall, stop looking you have found it. For shorter girls like myself, the high/low nature of the dress was perfect. I paired it with simple black heels and earrings and let the dress speak for itself. Also walking/dancing in this dress is super fun as the train flows behind you.
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Floral High Low Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Unforgettable dress
This dress was perfect for a summer wedding in Saratoga, NY. I received compliments all night - including people telling me I had to buy it. For someone short like me (5'2'') it does land more in the floor length category v tea length, but with 4 inch heels it was fine. You can wear a standard strapless bra with this dress and it is true to size.
Floral Lace Midi Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun blazer, not practical for work.
This blazer could be fun for a date or a night out, but for work it wasn't the most practical. While I love bell sleeves they were a little too large to be practical when typing at work etc. Additionally for short people like myself the sleeves ran long.
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Grayson Blazer
DREW
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun Twist on Black Tie
This dress was perfect for a NYE party that was black tie. It was classy but had a bit of a fun twist with the halter top and high/low cut. The only tricky part was navigating a crowded party with a train.
High Low Mikado Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Classy Navy Work Dress
This dress is perfect for work. It fits nicely (and is forgiving for those days you need it). I got loads of compliments on the color of the dress, which is a mix of navy and purple.
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Ashburn Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Did not wear
This dress is skin tight and not appropriate for work.
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Marl Flare Dress
Theory
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Royal Flair
The earrings were beautiful and I felt very "Kate Middleton" wearing them. They are lightweight.
Blue Skies Drop Earrings
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
All about yellow
This dress was perfect for a summer wedding. The yellow provides a nice color pop without being too over the top. The dress fits true to size and is very comfortable for a night full of dancing.
Yellow Lace Sleeveless Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Felt like Betty Draper
ML Monique Lhuillier has done it again! I received compliments all night. This dress was perfect for a summer wedding with its vibrant colors. I would highly recommend using fashion tape with this dress. The straps run long and with it being low cut the fashion tape helps keeps the straps down and hold everything in place.
Pink Multi Floral Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Winter Wedding Sucess
This dress is perfect for a black tie optional wedding. The high/low cut fell longer on me since I am 5'2'' but that was the look I was aiming for. I paired it 3 inch heels and I did not have a hard time walking in the dress. One big con is that the zipper is very tricky to get up - i needed an extra set of hands. Also the belt doesnt attach to the waist so I used some fashion tape to keep it in place.
Colorblock High Low Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Subtle sparkle
This is my second time wearing this necklace and I love it. It has the right amount of sparkle and is very light weight. I paired it with the matching earrings.
Graduated Crystal Necklace
Crislu
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Glitz and Glam for NYE
I wore this dress for a black tie NYE paryy and it was the perfect amount of sparkle and formality for the event. The dress is pretty form fitting so i went a size up. It has ruching along the waist and is form flattering. You dont need to wear a bra in this dress since it has built it in support but can you can go strappless if you want to.
Party All Night Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6P
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Classic dress with a fun twist
I wore this dress to a springtime black tie optional wedding. The dress was absolutely beautiful and I had people coming up to me all night asking where I got it. I am short so the high low cut of the dress was perfect for me when paired with 3 inch heels. For those with short torsos (like myself) I would suggest sizing down to ensure the straps on the back lay nicely.
Red Abstract Floral Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 34B
Winter wedding hit
This dress was perfect for a wedding if you are looking to sparkle. You cannot see it from this photo but it has a cut out back which is fun. It fit nicely, though it ran a little small so I would suggest sizing up for the back up size. I received compliments all night-would rent again.
Broken Glass Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34B
Just enough sparkle for an autumn evening
After the dress I originally ordered wasn't available RTR customer service came to the rescue and sent me this dress. While sequins are not my usual go to I was impressed--if you are looking for something with some sparkle but isn't over the top this dress is perfect. This dress is heavy so I would recommend wearing for an autumn or winter wedding.
Gold Cleopatra Dress
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34C
Memorial Day Weekend Wedding Hit
Kate Spade does it again with the catching light necklace, it's not too heavy and provides just the right amount of sparkle. I paired it with a navy strapless dress and this necklace was the perfect accessory. You can't see in this photo but I paired it with the catching light earrings as well and it was a great combination.
Catching Light Necklace
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34C
Memorial Day Weekend Wedding Hit
This dress is elegant and great for short girls like myself ( I am 5'2") if you wear heels. Flattering cut, structured bodice and overall great fit. The only negative is its a heavy fabric so I would not rent for a hot summer day. I received compliments all night and I would rent again.
Navy Estella Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
New Years Wedding
If sequins aren't your thing this dress is the perfect amount of shine for New Years Wedding. Comfortable fit, true to size and easy to dance in. Would rent again.
Sweet Madeline Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
Felt like Jackie Kennedy
This fur wrap was beyond perfect for a Fall black tie wedding in NYC. It was so warm I didn't even need a coat--it stayed on easily as well but has a hook and eye if needed. Really dresses up any outfit.
Black Rabbit Capelet
Adrienne Landau
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 34C
Perfect dress for a casual fall wedding
The fit was true to size and while they call this dress a shift it is more of a fit and flare because there is a defined waist (which works better for short torso girls like me). The only downside is this dress is not that warm so I needed to wear a sweater with it when it got colder outside (55 degrees). Other then that it was a beautiful lace dress and I got tons of compliments on it.
Sara Lace Shift
Milly
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 34C
Dresses up any outfit!
I paired these with the Hourglass dress by Erin Erin Fetherston which was a classic dress and these earrings really help dress it up and made my outfit stand out.
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Southern Plantation Earrings
Nicole Miller Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 34C
Classic dress, perfect for a summer outdoor wedding.
Dress for the most part is true to size but the waist is a bit small, I sized up so I would be more comfortable dancing at the wedding. It has pockets which is always a plus.
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Hourglass Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 34C
Perfect cocktail dress for an evening wedding!
This dress was a huge hit and I received compliments all night! The dress was true to size and really highlights your waist and is very flattering. I would rent again.
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Back Down Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 34C