Kristen's Reviews
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6 reviews
Comfortable and Elegant
Received lots of compliments on this dress which was perfect for a corporate gala. If you run hot, you may not like all the material of this dress but after dancing all night I didn't feel sweaty. You do lose some range of motion with the off-the-shoulder design, but the quality and look of the dress were unique, and classy.
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Rayna One Shoulder Draped Gown
Theia
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
This dress was for my 15 year old daughter and it was adorable on her. Ran a bit large though.
The overall sizing was a bit too generous for a small. For example, in the back, the waist area was a bit too roomy and didn't conform to her body the way it should have. Also the straps on the shoulders were not adjustable, and were a bit too long, which meant she was often pulling the straps back into place. Thankfully the bow tie in the back could be tied tight enough to prevent a total malfunction. Overall she was happy with the dress but we just wish it had a more customizable fit. Maybe some body tape would help in this situation. My daughter is 5'3", 120 pounds and a 36B.
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Marcie Dress
kourt
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful color and design but armholes were restrictive.
I rented this for a wedding but when I tried it on, I couldn't move my arms. I'm fairly petite at 5'3" so I have no idea how a taller person could move their arms in it. Also the design on the bust area was too overwhelming - it constantly flopped open and kept brushing the bottom of my chin which made the overall fit extremely awkward. There's not much give in the fabric so it was uncomfortable. Beautiful on the rack but not good for my body type!
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Cherry Iris Dress
AQ/AQ
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
High quality dress for a beach wedding or tropical party! Photographs well and very comfortable.
This linen material resisted wrinkles and had a substantial lining - giving it enough weight to prevent it from blowing up in the wind. Also the "wrap around" style is discreetly sewn together, all the way down the dress, preventing any gaps/ unraveling. The buttons are purely decorative. The top of the dress has an optional tiny hook and eye to keep the top cinched up if you don't want cleavage. The straps are adjustable in length. I loved this dress. It photographed very well!
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Bananas Mini Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Pretty color and very comfortable!
I wore this to a formal gala for work. The material is a little thick and stretchy which makes you feel secure without feeling squeezed. Since the weather was mild, the sleeve on the dress helped keep me from getting cold in the evening. The length is a bit short but it's still very classy and appropriate for work. Thanks, RTR!
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Bette Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Perfect dress for a formal affair!
This was my very first rental on RTR. I wore this dress to a charity fundraiser for Veterans. It was patriotic, kept me warm (event was outdoors), comfortable and the perfect level of fashion for a formal and conservative setting. I wore 3" heels so the dress was a little long but I just picked it up a bit to walk and it was fine. In hindsight I would suggest a platform heel if you are 5'3" like me. The dress was thick enough you don't need a bra. In fact you really can't wear one anyway because of the sheer cut outs on the gown. The cut outs are done in a classy, subtle way but your bra will show through if you wear one, so you'll need to use silicone petals instead. Great dress and I received a ton of compliments!
Red Rockefeller Gown
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D