Carissa's Reviews
All reviews by Carissa
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9 reviews
Classy + comfy
Surprisingly comfortable! Like everyone else, the straps were too long but not unmanageable. SPANX helped smooth everything out and made the dress a great choice for a formal church wedding.
Member Fit Notes
Navy Lace Bodice Gown
FAVIANA
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
#frumpy
I typically like Of Mercer dresses but this one was hideous. So massive in the hips that I couldn't even try to cinch it with a waist belt to save the outfit. Hard pass.
Green Madison Dress
Of Mercer
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36B
So stunning
This might be my favorite rental for work. The material is lovely and soft and the fit is all around classic.
Combo Lace Flounce Dress
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36B
Classic work silhouette
Super comfortable, elegant, and classy. The hem goes a long way to make it a little more modern because the combination of material/silhouette would feel a little frumpy without it.
Blue Olcay Dress
Black Halo
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36B
First day fierceness
Loved the dress for my first day of work. The arms are slightly tight so I couldn't zip the top of the dress by myself even if I wanted to, but I think sizing up wouldn't have helped that. Otherwise, it's a stunner for a corporate setting.
Marissa Leopard Sheath
Black Halo
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful green hues!
These looked killer with a simple black dress. Loved them!
Stowe Earrings
Nocturne
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36B
Fit- eh Color- yay
Definitely runs small. I'm a solid 2 and the XS was crazy tight in the hip area and super short. I went with the S, but it still wasn't very flattering and continued to ride up when walking. Gorgeous color though!
Ruffle Faux Wrap Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36B
I wanted to love this!
My stressed out face should say it all but I wanted to love this so much! I did end up wearing it to work but the stress levels were high- the dress is big on top and super tight on the bottom. I vacillated between worrying the skirt piece would bust, fighting with the attached slip, and worrying about how to get unzipped for bathroom breaks. So glamorous- not! Gorgeous material and print but wonky shape/ sizing.
Shell Combo Dress
Jason Wu
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36B
50s housewife!
A little snug as previous reviewers noted, but other than that; this beauty is sure to make you feel a bit retro for a day! I loved the print and seriously wish I didn't work in a corporate setting or I would have been twirling around all day. Perfect for spring or summer and could dress it up or down.
Floral Pleated Skirt
MSGM
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36B