Alison's Reviews
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10 reviews
Elegant, classy and spectacular color
I rented this as my backup dress but ended up wearing it. It ran big, but the cut was so elegant and color so lovely that even a bit loose through the torso, it still was very flattering. It was very comfortable and that red color was stunning for Christmas. I wore a regular nude bra, even though the upper bodice was sheer/see-through because it wasn't noticeable.
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Collection Lace Sheath
Draper James
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD
Absolutely fabulous (dancing) dress.
This dress is fantastic. I actually don't think the picture does it justice - the fabric is a heavy, almost brocade-looking fabric and the floral design is lovely. The length is perfect - short and flirty but not TOO short for a family wedding. I rented an 8 and it was SNUG through the bodice - I run between an 8 and a 10 and I wish the 10 had been available because it would have been more comfortable. My husband had to zip up the back to make it work! But overall the dress was spectacular. I've been renting from RTR for years and my husband honestly said this was his favorite dress of all time. A strange man walked up to me at the bar at the wedding and said, " that dress is great!" What else can I say? :D
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Universe Of Love Dress
Christian Siriano
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD
Amazing dress!
I wanted to something conservative but lovely for a family Christmas dinner with my husband and in-laws and this was absolutely perfect. The silk fabric hung beautifully without being clingy and the neckline had the perfect amount of cleavage. I loved this dress so much it's definitely one I'd consider buying in the future!! Note that, like other reviews, RTR did NOT send the belt with it so I had to call in a panic to get them to find the belt in the warehouse and overnight it to me. Yes, you could improvise, but the belt, in the matching color and stretchy fabric, really "pulls" the dress together (literally). Give yourself an extra day on the front end of delivery to make sure you get that belt delivered to you!!
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Be The Boss Dress
Lela Rose
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD
Spectacular fit and color
This dress was a stunner. The fabric was heavy and fit beautifully and the color was absolutely spectacular. It hugged in all the right places without showing anything it shouldn't have. Definitely a dress I wish I'd been keeping.
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Stellar Pink Sheath
Rachel Roy
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD
showstopper
This dress was spectacular. The knit fabric was LOVELY and the color was outstanding. One of the dresses I've rented at RTR that I just hated to return, and found myself browsing the internet later to find if I could afford it retail. You won't regret renting this outstanding number. Even with the modest neckline, the fit of the dress was incredibly sexy.
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Be Assertive Sheath
Lela Rose
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD
lovely dress, few flaws
So for the price you would expect this to be a spectacular dress....and it was lovely, but there were a few things that I struggled with. First the fabric wrinkled a lot so it never looked as flowy and lovely as the photo on RTR shows. Second, I'm relatively busty and the cut was really low cut for someone who's busty so I found myself tugging on the low cut bodice throughout the night to make sure it covered up my low cut bra. I did love that it had a pettycoat and the dress itself was very dramatic, but it was a dress that I feel like I struggled too much with for the cost of renting the dress.
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Lovebirds Dress
Lela Rose
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD
Classic cocktail dress
This is a lovely dress with just enough flair from the lace bodice and bubble skirt to make it unique. I always give stunning dresses a bonus when you're completely comfortable all night and this dress certainly was incredibly comfortable. The full cut of the skirt made it easy to walk and sit in too. I'm relatively large-chested and the top fit beautifully. Perfect date night or cocktail party dress!
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Erin Bow Sheath
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD
Stunning dress!
LOVED this dress. It was a gorgeous color, fabulous fit and very comfortable. You'll probably need double stick tape to hold your bra straps to the side, but other than that it's very comfortable. Received many compliments about how beautiful I looked. This was the only dress I've rented that I loved so much I would actually consider purchasing it.
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Coral Origami Sheath
Rachel Roy
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD
Average dress
The dress had a lot of fabric which made it feel relatively bulky on me. It wasn't as flattering as I thought it would be from the photos.
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All Fun and Games Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD
Phenomenal dress. Fit beautifully, very flattering and so comfortable!
I wore this dress for a formal school fundraiser. It was moderately short, but not too short and otherwise relatively modest. The fabric is spectacular and the sequins are lovely. Definitely a can't go wrong dress regardless of body type!
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Sequin Bell Sleeve Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34DD