Paula's Reviews
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Size up if you're between sizes
I made it work for one wear, but it was a little awkward. I like the color, but the side zipper just makes it fit a little weird, at least on me.
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Side Tie Top
Atlein x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Loved it
Okay honestly I loved this and thought about keeping it ... the only reason I didn't buy it is because I'm personally not a fan of the neckline (no offense to this dress, that's just personal preference.) But I loved the billowy nature of the dress, and the fact that it had pockets. I pushed the sleeves up to almost my elbows, which made it less overwhelming. It's very flattering and covers you up well. Perfect length for a petite.
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Ella Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Very professional
Great for a day at the office, or Zoom meetings -- very professional material and style.
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Emerald Dot Blouse
Great Jones
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Too short in the torso
I really wanted to love this -- the neckline is amazing -- but it was too short in the torso; it would have worn like a crop top. I ended up not wearing it. Recommend sizing up.
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Strarus Top
AFRM
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Beautiful color
Gorgeous hot pink color -- the absolute perfect shade. Love this shirt. My only complaint is that it's really really big; I was drowning inside of it, and had to style it by wearing it unbuttoned with a tank top and leggings (so it was essentially a layer over summertime athleisure). But the color rocks.
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Luana Shirt
Samsøe Samsøe
Size Worn: S-M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Cool oversized shirt but very big
Okay so even with a size small, I was drowning in this shirt (and for context, in other clothing I'm normally a medium, size 6, sometimes even size 8). I tried wearing it tucked into shorts and I looked awkward as heck. Still, I liked the design and the color, so I wore it anyway ... just be prepared for something really big.
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Madras Archive Shirt
Tommy Hilfiger
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Cute. comfy, versatile
Loved this dress -- wore it 3x, including on a casual date and also for everyday wear. Currently a petite size 6 and the medium fit me perfectly.
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Lorena Dress
MISA Los Angeles
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Beautiful color and nice side ruching, but exposes chest and clevage
The color is gorgeous and the side ruching is flattering, but beware if you're large-chested -- I was worried about a 'nip slip' throughout the night, and kept re-adjusting the straps and checking to make sure I wasn't exposing too much cleavage. Other than the chest issue, I would have really liked this dress.
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Aqua Slip Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Cute, comfortable -- but short
It's a cute dress, ideal for everyday or for casual dressy dinners. Very comfortable. But beware that it's short -- I'm between 5'1" to 5'2" and it felt like the right length for me, so I think it would feel too short for anyone who's much taller.
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Black Floral Mesh Dress
Atlein x RTR
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Didn't wear
It's much too long for petites. Even with heels, I couldn't make it work. I thought about using safety pins to shorten the length of the legs, but decided not to wear it. It was also pretty tight in the stomach area for me, so I'd recommend sizing up 1-2 sizes.
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Long Sleeve Magenta Jumpsuit
Adam Lippes x RTR
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Size up
These days I normally wear a size 6 ... I got the size 8 and it just barely fit (like, it fit, but it was definitely tight in the waist). I'd size up one or two sizes. It's great for full-chested body types (I'm a 36C and it fit well in the top).
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Genesis Jumpsuit
Black Halo
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Top too small, but also kinda too big -- the fit was weird
I have no idea how to describe the fit of the top. I have a 36C chest, and my chest was ... simultaneously comfortable ... but also it was a little too small for it ... but also it kinda pulled low so maybe it was actually big? I don't know. But I think small? I've never been so confused by a fit in my life. I didn't initially realize how weird the fit was, until I saw myself in photos. Luckily that happened early in the event, so I wore a cover-up layer over it after that.
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The Snowflake Brocade Cher Dress
Hill House Home
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Cute fun jacket for warmer temperatures
Cute, fun jacket for spring/fall temperatures (ideal for 50 to 60 degrees) ... recommend sizing up, especially if you're between sizes. (I got the small, and it technically fit, but I think I should have gone with the medium).
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Black Open Front Leather Moto Jacket
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Needs to be more structured; looks sloppy
I love the color and design ... I love bright colors and bold statements, so the color and design were perfect for my taste and style. BUT this type of bold patterning really needs to be on a structured blazer in order to look put-together. This blazer is thin, wrinkly, sloppy-looking ... it looks like a thrift store find, not like a Rent the Runway-worthy piece
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Banana Pitta Linen Blazer
FARM Rio
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Lots of compliments
Loved it and got tons of compliments, but please be aware -- this is a thin jacket, ideal for warmer spring / fall days (like when temperatures are in the 60's)
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Tiger Print Trench Coat
Adam Lippes x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Runs small
Wanted to love it, but it runs small ... I'm between sizes 4 to 6, and I sized up (ordered the higher end of my range, size 6), but I should have sized up even MORE. Unfortunately couldn't wear it. Too bad, because it looks like it would have been nice.
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Bicolor Lace Jumpsuit
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Fit is a bit strange
There’s such a contrast between the tightness of the dress and the puffiness of the sleeves that the fit feels a little strange. Like, the dress feels just a smidge too tight, but I know that if I went up a size, the top part would be too big/baggy. So the fit was simultaneously too small (but just a tad) and also too big (but just a tad). I ordered the small. Overall it’s good, i like the creativity of the design, and I’m glad I rented it once.
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Contrast Sweater Dress
Esteban Cortazar x RTR
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 119lbs
Bust: 34C
Perfect for shorties
Amazing everyday dress! I was nervous after reading the reviews that said it’s too short … but I rolled the dice and got it anyway, and I’m happy that I did!! It fits PERFECTLY in length for my 5’1.75” height and frame. Considering buying this.
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Olive Knit Penelope Sweater Dress
HEARTLOOM
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 119lbs
Bust: 34C
Love the bright color, a little shapeless
Love the bright color. Only qualm is that it’s a bit boxy/shapeless, but if you pair it with the right outfit it’s amazing. I’ll definitely order it again but next time I’ll size down from S to XS … it felt a bit big on me
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Pink Bo Blazer
Parker
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 119lbs
Bust: 34C
Bright color, LOVE
If you love bright colors and making a statement, this is for you. LOVE this … I got Small and it was a bit too big (5’1.75” and 119 lbs), but I still wore it and rocked the slightly-oversized look. I’ll order it again in an XS to see how that fits. The chest area is a bit open (shows bra) so recommend wearing a tank top underneath. (this might not be a problem if the fit was better)
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Blazer Dress
Area Stars
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 119lbs
Bust: 34C
Pretty, but suitable for mild weather like fall or spring
Love the design and think it looks great. But it's not super warm, so this is ideal for fall or spring weather. Also note that because it's low cut, it doesn't provide any kind of warmth for the upper chest area, so if it's cold you're going to need a scarf
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Leopard Wool Coat
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Flattering and perfect
So flattering. It's low-cut (I tried the ribbons behind my back). By virtue of tying the ribbons behind me, it cinches at the high waist line right below the boobs, which creates a nice flattering silhouette. It hugs tightly across the whole body while also being really easy to move around in and super comfortable. Also very easy to take on / off when going to the bathroom, unlike some other one-pieces.
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Martina Jumpsuit
Show Me Your Mumu
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Soft on the inside
A bit of an oversized fit, but I think that's the style. It was so so so soft on the inside. I brought it to a party and people were literally just petting it.
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Faux Fur Tash Vest
cupcakes and cashmere
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Sparkle fun!
I wore this to my own birthday party and got compliments on it all night. Comfortable while also being dressy and sparkly ... it's like, all the comfort of a pair of PJ's, combined with the sparkle that it contains.
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Sequin Jumpsuit
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Gorgeous and sexy, but you need to jump/hop in order to pull up the zipper
This is literally a "jump" suit, as in, the only way that I could zip it up was by clasping the back with one hand, and then jumping in order to hike the suit up higher onto me, then completing the zip, and then adjusting. The issue with zipping ISN'T a tight fit, or a stuck zipper. The issue with zipping is that the sleeves are long and tight, which diminishes arm flexibility -- not to such an extent that it's a big deal for any other purpose, but definitely to the extent that it impacts your ability to pull up a zipper all the way from the waist to the neckline. But that said, the outfit itself is gorgeous, flattering, sexy -- I felt awesome wearing this all night. And I even went to the bathroom twice, and managed to zip it up both times (it's not hard once you get the hang of it, but you do need to learn how to get the jump right.)
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Sambora Jumpsuit
Black Halo
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C
Sexy, but you should definitely size up
First -- this is a sexy outfit, but SIZE WAY, WAY UP ... I normally wear a size 4 or 6 (typically, 4 is form-fitting and 6 is a comfortable fit). I ordered this in a size 6 and, while I like it, I think an 8 or even a size 10 would have been a better choice. So definitely get a size that's much bigger than what you typically wear.
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Irena Denim Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36C