Amanda's Reviews
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13 reviews
Understated, gorgeous dress
I wore this dress to a fancy pants dinner in NYC and it could not have been more perfect. Classic, understated, and very refined - it was gorgeous without being over the top in any way. I will definitely be renting this again.
Nailhead Dress
Theia
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38DD
I have never received so many compliments on a dress
This dress was so much fun to wear. I wore it to a wedding at a zoo and it couldn't have been more perfect. I had women (and men!) complimenting my dress literally all evening. A few things to note: I am 5'7.5"ish and this felt short waisted. It wasn't unwearable by any means, and I think for women between 5'0"-5'5" it would be perfect. On me it would have been perfect if the waist was dropped by about 2". Also of note: the colors (green and purple) are much more vibrant in person than they appear in photos. In the RtR pics, they look soft. They are not. The green and purple lean more towards the electric side of things, so if you're looking for an ultra romantic, soft look - this might not be for you. 4 stars because of the waist and color, but I really would consider renting this dress again for the right occasion.
Purple Floral Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 171lbs
Bust: 38DD
Conservative but still fun
Loved this dress for work! It's stretchy and fitted but the fabric is heavy and it flares at the natural waist hiding any trouble areas. I'm between a size 10 and 12, though I lean more towards a 12, and the Medium was perfect. Fitted up top but flared and comfortable from the waist down.
Blooming Royal Circle Dress
Leota
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 174lbs
Bust: 38DD
Gorgeous quality but incredibly small
Beautiful dress, magnificent heavy quality, unbelievably tight fit that was not forgiving at all in the stomach. I am a 10-12, and the Large was very much too tight in the lower stomach area. I couldn't wear it and it was a shame because it was so nice. I might try again if it comes in XL.
Marl Flare Dress
Theory
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 174lbs
Bust: 38DD
Fun dress but I probably wouldn't rent again
So right off the bat: 10 points for pockets! Otherwise, the dress was just okay for me. The print is clearly fun, and I did receive some compliments on it, but the fabric wrinkled a bit throughout the work day and the ruffled skirt just wasn't crazy flattering on me, and the chest was oddly baggy even though I'm a solid 38DD and I never have that issue.
Blue Swan Dress
Draper James
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 174lbs
Bust: 38DD
Very high quality piece
This sweater is obviously very high quality. It came to me in beautiful condition and I wore it with Levi 311 skinnies and Vans for a laid back yet still somewhat polished office look. The neckline is flattering and the texture of the sweater actually helps smooth out any trouble spots. I would rent this piece again.
Blue Printed Sweater
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 174lbs
Bust: 38DD
A little too boxy for me
This dress seems to run large. It wasn't super flatting on me - it looked a bit heavy and boxy and it didn't do much to enhance my figure. But the fabric was so soft and cozy, so I might give it another try in the colder months and size down.
Mod Plaid Sweater Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 174lbs
Bust: 38DD
Not a favorite
DVF dresses are hit or miss on me. I either look like a goddess, or a lumpy giraffe on stilts. There is no in between. This dress was a miss for me. The hemline is on the shorter side (which normally I don't mind!). The ruffled hemline coupled with its short length was decidedly unflattering on my 5'7" frame. The bust gaped as well, which I've come to expect with DVF wraps, but my trusty cami underneath with the short ruffled hemline felt rather babydoll-ish, and not in a good way. That said - I can see how this dress could be fun and flirty on someone more petite.
Mixed Print Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 174lbs
Bust: 38DD
Odd fit and stretched out back
Not a good fit for me. The shoulder seams looked bulky and boxy on me, and the back cut out panel was slightly stretched out and unraveled. The sweater was also very much on the short side in terms of torso length, so if you have an average - longer torso, this is something to be aware of. I'm a size L and this looked less comfy and cozy and more cleavage-y linebacker on my body.
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Crossover Knit
Tome
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 174lbs
Bust: 38DD
Tailored and comfortable
Loved loved loved this dress. Be aware that it does run on the large side. I normally wear a 12 and I sized down to a 10 and there was still room to spare. I wore this to my sister's bridal shower and it was perfect paired with wedge sandals and a statement necklace. I loved it so much I wore it again to work on the following Monday with conservative nude wedge heels and an understated silver necklace. It's a very flattering, classy dress, and everyone kept remarking on how good everything looked.
Navy North Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38DD
Pictures do not do this dress justice
Y'all. This dress. Pictures truly don't do it justice. It fits so nicely and the fabric is heavy and extremely forgiving. I am a true size 12 and the 12 was perfect on me. I could have sized down in the waist, but the arms were just right and I couldn't have gone down on them. I wore this dress to work with nude mini wedges and I just loved it. Classic but not stuffy. I hated to send this dress back and I'm already considering buying it.
Navy Printed Rio Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38DD
Weird fit in the chest
I wanted to love this dress so much. I've been coveting a DVF wrap dress for years. The fit was just so-so. As other reviewers have mentioned, the chest and arms run very large. And the chest is very revealing - I definitely would have needed a cami underneath to make it work appropriate. The fabric up in the chest area kept wrinkling? Very odd. On the plus side, the color is a beautiful neutral, and the fabric is heavy and it felt and looked expensive. I might give this dress another try when the weather cools down and size down to see if that helps with the fit issues.
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Green Knit Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 174lbs
Bust: 38DD
Sparkles for days!
My 5 year olds LOVED this dress! I rented this for a bachelorette party and it is really beautiful. A little itchy - but other than that very comfortable.
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Mini Sequin Pixie Dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 174lbs
Bust: 38DD