I got this as a backup and ended up wearing one I bought cuz I liked it. But I get a little claustrophobic and the arms, though classy and beautiful, restricted my arms a little to much for a long night.

Off Shoulder Split Gown

JS Collection

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Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 36D

This would be great if you have a long torso. I got the 6 and it was too tight on my hips and too long on top so there was no way to cover the nips without a bra. And that would ruin the look of the dress. The 8 fit my hip better but way too big on top.

The Bromley Gown

Fame & Partners

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Size Worn: 6R

Usual Size: 6

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 36D

This was not my favorite dress. It was tight around the belt area and a little large in the chest. If you're not very hourglass this might not be the best dress for you. (I have found this to be true with most the dresses that have a belt-ish look to them.) But with some fashion tape and a sticky bra it worked well. I am normally good with showing off my chest, but this one was cut a little more open than I was comfortable with around my babysitter and kids. So certainly not a dress I'd wear around work people. I love the high low. I'm 5'6 and 3" heels. Love the pockets! They don't stick out at all. It's a great fabric with little give but gorgeous blue color.

Cobalt Marilyn Gown

allison parris

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Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 126lbs

Bust: 34C

This dress is gorgeous! It has pockets and a high-low hemline! The sweetheart sleeveless top is great to show off shoulders without creativity too much cleavage. It has a hook to keep it up a little. That said, it does run slightly big. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller one. The underside is a bit more fuchsia than pink and is so adorable. Im 5'6 and with 2.5" heels the 4R barely touched the floor.

Paladina High Low Dress

Shoshanna

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Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 126lbs

Bust: 34C

I was in love with this dress. But it didn't fit well. The straps slide toward the neck and create a bit of extra fabric "poof" on the chest. I had to use a lot of fashion tape to tape the straps in place to prevent this. But I was so crazy about the dress I was happy to tape it down. Pockets and a high-low hem make this a favorite. It's double lined so you don't need to wear a bra. It was perfect for an outdoor event. It fit true to size in the waist. I am 5"6 and with 3" wedges it fell to just touching the floor.

Multi Floral High Low Gown

ML Monique Lhuillier

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Size Worn: 4L

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 126lbs

Bust: 34C

I rented this for a fun date night (with my birthday coupon!) I wanted to try something new. I am Not a jumpsuit kind of girl. I am glad I took a chance with this one. I felt a bit weird at first, but when my friends told me how cute and fashionable it looked I felt better. I am always afraid of jumpsuits making your tooshy look huge, but this one didn't. It was comfortable, though the button in the back is very hard to get to. I am 5'6 so it was less of an ankle length than I was hoping, but some fashion tape solved that. I would rent this one again.

Black Anchors Jumpsuit

Trina Turk

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Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 6

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 145lbs

Bust: 36D

I usually wear a size 2, but in Nicole Miller a size 4. The 4 was unavailable, so I tried my luck with the 2. It was tight, but fit. The material stretches a lot. It's just as low cut as everyone says. Not sure how it looks so different on the model. I tried to tape it down, but that didn't work. Fortunately it stays in place without tape. The rouching (sp) is perfect and makes all your curves look perfect. The long is truly long. I knew I was gonna have to fashion tape it, but again, only the 2L was available when I needed it. I'm 5'6 with 3" heels and taped it up about and 1 1/2". I would rent this dress again! It was comfortable, sexy, and makes curves look amazing.

Navy Plunge Crepe Gown

Nicole Miller

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Size Worn: 2L

Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

I loved this dress! I was hesitant about it at first because strapless dresses are not my favorite, but it was great. It has a corset type bodice underneath that holds the dress snugly in place. I love the pockets. Unlike most dresses, they are set a little lower than your waist, so they dont make your hips look big. Plus there is so much fabric in the skirt part that it hides the pockets too. Im 5'6 and wore my normal 3" heels and the petite just barely touched the floor. (Glad i got the petite) This dress would look great on all body types.

Barber Stripe Gown

HALSTON

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Size Worn: 2P

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

I wore this to a cocktail party. I was worried cuz i normally wear a size 2, but it wasnt available. Fortunately the size 4 was perfect. It fit looser than i usually wear in the waist and backside. But it was snug in the shoulder blades (the cut of the back scoops right along them) and bust. The slit was just the right amount of leg without looking out of place at a work party. This is one of those dresses i wish i owned cuz its so versatile.

Witherspoon Sheath

Jay Godfrey

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Size Worn: 4

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

I did not want to send this back. It was so much fun! I wore it to work, out for dinner, and to my party I originally rented it for. It has a piece inside the ring so it can fit your finger. It rolls a bit on my ring finger. But that's expected, it's huge! It didn't swing when I wore it on my middle finger. Beautiful ring! Wish I could own this!

Polished Crystal Ring

Kenneth Jay Lane

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Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

This dress runs true to size. I got a larger backup just in case. The fabric on the backup was beautiful. But the one that fit me, the fabric was worn and piling. I was going to a casual affair, so it didn't bother me. The neckline was a bit unusual. Could be a good thing if that's what you want. I was wearing a big necklace and the cut of the neckline was perfect with it. But I don't know if I'd wear this dress without it. The back is open, so you need a strapless bra (not cross-cross) or stickies. Stickies worked best cuz you can see a little of the line under the arm with a strapless. Perfect for a somewhat casual affair. The tail is long. I am 5'6 with cowboy boots it was touching he floor. But the high part is short, about mid thigh on me.

Cobalt Asymmetric Gown

HALSTON

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Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

This is a very sparkly necklace. It is able to be worn longer or shorter depending on what you need which was great. Not sure I would ever purchase it. But it went perfectly with the black, strapless formal dress I wore.

Clear Statement Necklace

RJ Graziano

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Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

This dress fit my hips (true to size there), but was a bit big in the waist and even bigger in the chest. It has a strap and hook inside that can make it tighter or looser across the chest/high waist) I had to stuff quite a bit to make it from looking too big. It just looked a bit weird to me since it ended up giving me huge cleavage I don't normally have. It was a fun dress to wear. I don't normally like to wear strapless dresses and this reminded me why. The length was great. I'm 5'6 and wore 2 1/2 inch heels. You could still see the shoes, which was what I wanted. (I have a tendency to trip on my dresses.) It was heavier than I expected from the pictures. The bunching helps hide a belly of you need it, but it takes away from an hourglass figure a little of you have one.

Royal Treatment Gown

ML Monique Lhuillier

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Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

I got this on a clearance sale. I love it. It fits everything and is lightweight. The color is fantastic and goes with everything. It stands out without being flashy. So glad I bought this bag!

Blue Tori Pebble Tote

Gigi New York

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Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

I got this necklace sent to me as a $15 add-on surprise. I was hoping for a clutch or something I could wear with the dress I rented. This necklace did not go with the dress I rented at all. I was a little disappointed. It was pretty and would very nice with the right outfit, but I wouldn't have chosen it given the dress I rented.

Pick a Pearl Graduated Necklace

kate spade new york accessories

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Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

The dress was very nice and fit perfectly. It has a little stretch. The only problem I had was the zipper kept moving in the back. It wouldn't stay straight up and down and kept wanting to tilt to one side. But it wasn't anything that ruined the dress or the many compliments I got. It was just an annoyance. This was a great dress for a work Christmas party. Conservative yet fun.

Gold Danae Sheath

Slate & Willow

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Size Worn: XS

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

At first I tried on the 4 and it must have been a little big cuz it looked like it added weight. But the 2 fit well and looked great. What I love is that you can move the sleeves a bit. It's very comfortable the whole night. And I got so many compliments. It was a good length -I'm 5'6 and had the 2R - it touches the ground in the back with my normal 2 1/2 inch heels. This was perfect for a fall outdoor event with the sleeves but wasn't such a heavy fabric that I was weighted down. Loved it!

Palais du Louvre Gown

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: 2R

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120lbs

Bust: 34C

This dress was lovely on the hanger. It's a very nice fabric. But the skirt has pockets and made me look like I have a larger belly than I do. It was right across the shoulders and the zipper hurts when you sit against a chair. Up walking around it looks ok (except that it still adds weight around your midsection). It's just not a well fitting dress and I wish I had worn something else.

Perception Dress

Slate & Willow

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Size Worn: 2

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 123lbs

Bust: 34C

This dress was beautiful! It's a little stretchy, but was still a little snug around my belly. I was worried about the fit, but didn't get the other size, so I can't compare. It's more low cut than I thought it was going to be. Which is actually a good thing for me. But I'm not large chested, so it worked. Like other reviews, it scratches under your arms, but it's not something that bothers you all night. I am 5'6 and it the regular. With my normal 2 1/2" heels it was just the right length. I got lots of compliments on this dress. The color and sparkles make you stand out from the crowd, but not so much that you feel uncomfortable.

Sequin Tyrian Purple Gown

Nicole Miller

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Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120lbs

Bust: 34C