Katie's Reviews
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5 reviews
Beautiful statement piece
I got this as a part of my free birthday rental and paired it with the dress seen in the picture. It's really beautiful and just as you'd imagine it. The only thing I didn't love waas that since the bib is divided up into small sections, I had a bit of a hard time getting it to keep its rounded shape and not collapsing in on itself around my neck (if that makes sense, sorry, hard to describe!). This was minor, though, and I would definitely recommend it.
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Walk Like an Egyptian Necklace
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34B
Nice fit, great colors
I got this dress as my free birthday dress because I have a pro account. I loved the colors--they are so bright. And it fit true to size--I'm currently an 8 and it fit perfectly. There isn't a ton of room to raise your arms up or a lot of extra space in the bust so it might be tight for larger chester girls or if you have very broad shoulders. There are pockets, too, which I love. I wore this out to a nice dinner and paired it with this necklace: https://www.renttherunway.com/shop/designers/short_jewelry/walkegyptiannecklace This would work for many occassions--nice dinner/date, party, or wedding. I liked it so much I'm re-ordering it for a wedding I'm going to in a few weeks.
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Barbara Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34B
Unique and interesting dress
I wore this to a summer wedding and got lots of compliments. The lace work around the neck is made of string similar to what we used to make friendship bracelets out of, just to give you some context. I was worried it was going to be a hot day and this might feel like too much, but we had lovely weather in the 70s and I was totally comfortable. I liked it a lot in pictures on RTR and when I opened the shipment, but I REALLY liked it once I put it on--fits snugly to show your shape but you can definitely still dance in it. It's a bit tough to accessorize because there's so much going on already, so you can keep it fairly simple. I really loved this dress and would rent it again if I had need. I wore an 8 which is exactly the size I am right now, so definitely true to size. The back zipper was a bit tough (minor moment of panic when zipping) but eventually got it. The lining was ripped when I got it where it attached tot he back zipper but it wasn't noticeable so I didn't worry about it.
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Rustic Plum Lace Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34B
Pretty and simple dress in a nice color
I was sent this dress by RTR when the dress I had originally wanted was suddenly no longer available two days before my friend's rehearsal dinner (I had requested the Shoshanna Lace Cecile Dress). At first I was disappointed because I liked this one a lot less from pictures but it was actually quite nice when I got it. The color is unusual and really pretty--a deep blue/green. It's a lot 'cute'-r than the Cecile dress but it was still perfect for a rehearsal dinner (although I would have preferred the Lace Cecile Dress still). It was lovely but I'm not sure I would have paid $75 to rent it (but, again, this mainly stems from the fact that this was not the dress I wanted). I'm usually a 6 but I have been indulging a bit too much lately so ended up going with the 8. The skirt is nice for covering up bigger hips/lower stomach without adding too much volume.
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Lost in Love Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34B
Elegant and flattering black gown
This is a great dress! I wore it to a black tie wedding and it was perfect for the occasion. the dress is very fitted from mid-thigh up, so it hugs your body and keeps everything in place. I got the 6 and the 8 as a backup, but the material is stretchy so either size fit and I went with the 6. No real qualms and it looks exactly as you would expect and can see in the plethora of reviews. I'm 5'9'' and I wish it had been a bit longer. I had brought an unexciting pair of 3.5'' heels to wear hoping they wouldn't be visible but they were so I had to borrow a pair of nicer shoes. I ended up switching to flats during the dancing and it was a perfect length for that. The length wasn't a dealbreaker and I feel like this style works okay being an inch or two off the ground, but I do wish it was a tad longer.
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Such A Knockout Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34B