Margaret's Reviews
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Lovely, sparkly bling for a Vocal Recital
This necklace gave my face just enough pop at my vocal recital. It's lovely
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Crystal Cluster Necklace
Badgley Mischka Jewelry
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Diva Earrings for a Vocal Recital
Big but not uncomfortable earrings. Gave my face the needed sparkle when wearing a dark blue diva dress.
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Rhodium Spark Earrings
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Diva Dress for a Vocal Recital
This is the first RTR dress I have ever rented that I have been sorely tempted to buy. It is truly, truly, truly all that and a bag of chips. The dress runs large. I mean get real. 5'8", 206lbs, and I'm wearing a 14W? Seriously. The hips fit well, with a little give, but not so much that you feel like you're wearing sweat pants. And, for the win, you can wear your plain ol' ordinary workaday bra underneath. No strapless. No pinning. Just put it on and instant glam. Do spend the extra to rent this. It is SO worth it.
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Blue Moon Gown
Theia
Size Worn: 14WR
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
I haven't had the event yet, but I LOVE this dress.
I will be wearing this dress to a President's dinner after giving a Baccalaureate address. The 14W was plenty big enough for my 5'7" 200lb frame, without needing any support. The pix are me trying it on right out of the box. Sleeves are a nice length. I know others have said not to wear with black shoes, but I tried it one with mine and it looks just fine. I'm pleased. I look like a grownup, but not like a grandma.
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Sparks Are Flying Sheath
Adrianna Papell
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Better than I thought
True confessions -- I was NOT crazy about this dress when I tried it on. It's ribbon belt hit me at the widest portion of my gut, and I felt self-conscious in it. However, I was using it for the recital and I had nothing else to wear so I wore it. The pictures tell a different story. It looked classy, elegant, and just sophisticated enough without being overly showy. Nice choice for the recital and would be a nice choice for a day wedding.
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Sip And See Sheath
Adrianna Papell
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
The perfect pop of color for my face
I wanted earrings that would match the dress but not wobble around when I sang my recital. These worked perfectly. Not too big; plenty of sparkle. For the win.
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Crystalized Blue Mum Earrings
Janis Savitt
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Recital Bling
I rented the dress, earrings and bracelet for a solo recital. The bracelet added just the right amount of bling without being overwhelming. The only problem was that the closings of the bracelet had a tendency to come loose and threaten to snag on things. Otherwise, good rental choice.
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Lady Diana Bracelet
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Could not wear the dress
Just a bit snug. If this had come in a 16, I would have been all over it.
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Mariella Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Pretty but impractical
This is a lovely necklace, but it should be worn with a low neckline and no where near lace. My mistake. I ended up not wearing it.
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Crystal Chapel Cluster Necklace
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
This was adoption day for my son. What a wonderful day to wear a red dress
I was ambivalent about this dress, but the minute I tried it on, I fell i love. It is much more flattering than on the model, the lace is super soft and the color is gorgeous. I had rented some bling to go with it, but it kept catching on the lace so I went without. Wear it with a smooth, longish necklace and enjoy. It's a winner.
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Begin Again Dress
Adrianna Papell
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Large but pretty earrings that are comfortable and add a bit of pop
These are not "light" earrings; nor are they for the shy and retiring. At the same time, they are not gaudy. Instead, they do a nice job of framing the face. Not expensive. Very pretty. Five stars
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Crystallized Aqua Drops
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Lovely bit of bling, not too fussy but just enough
This is a stack of gold, shimmery bangles. It does a very nice job of offsetting a sleevless or short-sleeved dress and it very pretty, but not too fussy.
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Gold Bangle Stack
AV Max
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
I loved this the best of all the pieces I rented
What a lovely, elegant, interesting piece. Heavy but not fussy.
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Crystal Cambon Pearl Bracelet
Ben-Amun
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
nice and simple
I was pretty blinged out, so it was nice to have simple, shiny earrings
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Petite Crystal Tear Earrings
Crislu
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Lovely small clutch, but too small for my Samsung Note
Didn't think to "size up" my purse. Still, this is a very nice little piece of bling to add sophistication to the formal ensemble
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Black Mesh Glam Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Gorgeous piece of bling
Sat beautifully. Had weight but not too heavy. Made the whole evening pop.
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Victorian Crystal Statement Necklace
Ben-Amun
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
The dress was absolutely the right fit for the evening, and I looked like a million buckx
The dress is a little big at the bust, but nothing a safety pin couldn't handle. I ordered the 16 and 18 and the 16 fit perfectly, if a little loosely. This is a VERY figure-flattering dress; made me look much thinner than I am. I did wear it with shapewear, but could have gotten away without. Pro-Tip: Especially if you are "Plus Sized," take the time to take your measurements. Every designer's "16" is not the same as every other designer's 16.
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Black Couture Ruffle Gown
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 16WR
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D