Allison's Reviews
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16 reviews
Beautiful color and fantastic length
I wish I had the large to try at least - medium was snug but worked. The colors are so so beautiful. I felt a little bare / booby on top but the lace and the length made it classy. Great dress for an outdoor summer wedding!
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Plum Lace Aurora Dress
Dress The Population
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34DD
Beautiful dress, straps too long
I got this as a replacement and would have liked to try a size smaller. The straps were way too long. I could have made it work (and the skirt is beautiful!) but I went with my other option
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Stripe High Low Gown
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34DD
Black tie glamour
I got this as a replacement when my original dress didn't work. I felt amazing! Got a 10 based on the reviews. It fit, but I wonder if a 12 might have been better. I was worried my boobs might pop out, but the top is actually very secure. I used fashion tape but honestly don't think it was necessary. I felt so beautiful and classy all night.
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Darce Gown
Solace London
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34DD
Top way too bare
I loved the idea of this dress with the open back but the top was much more open on the sides and less secure than I anticipated. I felt like a strap would slip off my shoulder so easily. Maybe a smaller size would have helped in the top? But the bottom fit well in the 6. I didn't wear this
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Sleek Ponti Split Gown
Nicholas
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34DD
Classy and flattering
Love love love this dress! It was a bit snug - would have liked to try the size bigger, but this fit and was flattering. Super appropriate for daytime formal wedding ceremony. Lots of compliments. Will definitely rent again
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Ivory Lace Sheath
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34DD
Perfect bachelorette dress!
I rented this for my sister's surprise bachelorette. She looked fantastic and is thinking of renting again for her rehearsal dinner! She's usually a 2, wore the small. She wore a sticky bra because of the open back.
White Carlene Dress
Dress The Population
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Perfect New Years dress!
This dress is so much fun! The 6 fit, but the 8 was better. I went with black tights and ankle boots. The fabric / texture is so cool - black, white, and royal blue thread, clear reflective sequins. I got so many compliments! I would love to rent again!
Sequin Tweed Shift Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Easy, flattering, family friendly
I wore this to a family wedding. I got the 4 and 6 and was surprised to find that the 4 fit better. This dress is crazy flattering. It's fitted at the chest (but not too tight) and then not fitted for the rest. The lace makes the neckline interesting and not too covered up but not too sexy either. I wore a regular nude bra. I could easily dance with my sons (older one pictured), bend over, move around, etc. The lace part is subtly gold
Navy Nala Shift
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Fun dress for reunion
I rented this for an outdoor cocktail party for my reunion. I wanted something flattering and fun, that wouldn't be too hot in the DC heat or look bad sweaty. This dress was great! I had to use a sticky bra (which I hadn't done before), but it worked well and was very supportive. The loose silhouette was flattering and comfortable.
Printed Etta Maxi Dress
Waverly Grey
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Flattering without being over the top
I got this for my son's baptism. I needed something nursing friendly and good for photos. The 6 was unavailable at the last minute, so I got the 4 and 8. I was a little self conscious about my belly in the 4, but it was okay with Spanx. (The 8 was too loose at the arm holes.) Next time, I'd prefer the 6! But overall it was very flattering and comfortable. I got compliments on being a hot mama :) but I still felt totally appropriate in church. Definitely recommend, just in your normal size
Envelope Sheath
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Perfect summer concert outfit
This was my first romper, and I'm sold! The medium was so perfectly comfortable and flattering! (Small fit, but was a little snug.) I loved the neckline and the pockets(!), and the length was just the right amount of sexy. I would definitely wear again.
Porcelain Print Tere Romper
Joie
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Sexy, unique, and pockets, too!
I wore this to a black tie optional wedding while 22 weeks pregnant. The skirt was easily full enough to accommodate my belly, but I had to push up the black bodice / waist above my natural waist to make it more of an empire waist. Because of this, the top was a little loose, but I pinned the straps and stood up straight. The length was great - I started the night in heels but switched to flats, and both worked well. It was amazing to feel sexy while pregnant! I got tons of compliments all night. I absolutely loved wearing this dress! I can't wait to rent this again when I'm not pregnant and it will fit even better!
Neutral Stripe Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Elegant, bump-friendly dress
I'm 21 weeks pregnant, so I was worried about the fit. I ordered the 4 and 6 (my normal sizes) and went with the 6. It was a little snug on my ribcage (right under my bra) but otherwise fit perfectly. I loved that I could wear a normal bra, and it showed off my bump without being tight at all. The colors are beautiful in person. It was just the right length for flats. The neckline was sexy without being inappropriate. Overall beautiful dress!
Painted Petals Maxi Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Beautiful dress but too big
The top of the dress (between boobs and shoulders) was a little loose. I could have worn it, but the other dress I rented fit better. I'll definitely rent again in a smaller size.
Tuxedo Wrap Gown
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
So sexy and fun!
I wore this to my husband's fraternity reunion. It was sexier than I would usually wear to a formal, but totally appropriate for the event. I didn't wear a bra, but the dress was perfectly supportive and comfortable. There was serious cleavage but no overflow. I loved the fit - tight but not uncomfortable. I felt so confident and sexy. My husband liked it too!
Kristen Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Classy but sexy
I ordered the 4 and 6, both fit, but I went with the 6 because it was more comfortable. I didn't wear a bra, and the material was definitely thick enough to feel appropriate. It was tight on my chest (32DDD and currently breastfeeding) but I wasn't overflowing. I needed help buttoning the back of the dress, but once on, it was very comfortable. I wore this to an anniversary dinner, and my husband liked it a lot. I also got compliments from the restaurant staff! I loved the open back. With that and the sheer top and sleeves, I felt really sexy but in an cool and classy way.
Black Openwork Crepe Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D