This dress runs very small. I could pull it on, but could not zip it up over my hips. Admittedly, I do have generous hips. The top fit just perfectly. This was an At Home Try On dress. I don't have an occasion to wear it, but I really wish I did, so I could rent it in a 42R. The black lace is stunning. The slightly oversized nature of the lace makes it dramatic. The lace does not itch, so it would be comfortable to wear all evening. Even in a size too small, the dress hugged the lower half of my body in a wonderful way.

Dahlia Dolman Gown

Moschino Cheap And Chic

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Size Worn: 40R

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

This dress was just too structural for my tastes. It would look stunning on a tall(er), thin individual. Stunning holiday party dress. Part of the problem may have been that my torso is too short for the top, so the open back gaped in an odd way.

Draped Back Belted Dress

Raoul

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Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

For some reason, the edging around the blue strip and edges of the sleeve where the grey starts really bothered me. Aesthetically, this dress is beautiful, with rich and bold colors, but I could not get my mind wrapped around the strip of frayed black fabric between the brighter colors and the navy body of the dress. Also, the pockets are sewn into the lining of the dress. You have to find the slit in the dress, then hunt around in the lining for the pocket. I folded the skirt under about a foot, and wore it as a tunic with skinny jeans. Might as well get some fun out of it before returning.

Carbon Color Chaos Dress

BCBGMAXAZRIA

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Size Worn: S

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

I've been eyeing this dress for some time now, and took the opportunity to add it to my At Home Try On. Am so glad I did. This is a gorgeous dress. It does run large; I usually cannot fit into a 38. The ties are sewn onto the dress and therefore not adjustable, but they hang in just the right place if you let them do their thing. The top is very drape-y and forgiving and the skirt, while fitted, skims over the body as well. I plan to rent this dress again for something.

Foxy Kimono Dress

Escada

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Size Worn: 38

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

This was another At Home Try On pick. Love. The dress is slightly sheer (because it is white silk), so I will probably add another slip underneath, especially if pairing with colored tights. I may rent this to wear to the ballet. If I wasn't such a klutz around food, this would be a good family holiday dinner dress.

Vanilla Scoop Shift

Moschino

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Size Worn: 40

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

I have wider hips, and this fit very snug, but was still workable. The length is short, not raunchy. The sleeve and high neckline help balance out the sexiness. Very fun dress. Would rent this again to wear out for dinner with DH. The photo does not do justice to the gorgeous colors.

Edie Zag Sheath

Milly

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Size Worn: 4

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

This was my backup dress for my rehearsal dinner. I loved it so much I wore it all day. The other dress I chose did not work so my brother's girlfriend wore it to the wedding. Cotton was the perfect thing to wear on a hot day in Napa Valley. The pattern is bright and fun. I wore it with a white cami underneath and turquoise wedge sandals. The V in the front is VERY deep. I tried pinning it, but it looked better with a cami under it. Elastic at the waist adds shape without being too form fitting. I would dearly love to own this dress; it was that much fun to wear. Definitely rent this dress.

Boxed In Dress

Thakoon

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Size Worn: 2

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

I rented this to wear for my rehearsal dinner. Alas, I am too short to do justice to this dress. And, I underestimated my size; it wouldn't zip up past the waist. Instead, I wore my backup dress. Luckily, my brother's girlfriend is taller and slimmer than I am, and she fit into the dress perfectly. It looked so beautiful on her. We pinned up the keyhole in the front about half way because she felt too exposed. The fish print makes the dress feel fun, and takes the formality down a notch. I would love to be able to rent this dress again. Maybe after I grow another 4 inches... .

Lionfish Maxi

Issa

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Size Worn: 4R

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

I did not realize these were clip on earrings when I rented them. They were a touch too heavy for me to wear, but others might not notice. I generally don't wear earrings, and tend to buy them if they are on the lighter side. So anything that is even faintly substantial is out of my comfort zone. The size of these earrings makes them good to wear when you don't want a necklace. They must be pretty popular because the gold is starting to flake off in spots.

Rose Petal Motif Earring

Oscar de la Renta

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Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

I rented this for a friend. It fit her so well and made her look slim and elegant. The only downside, and it was minor, was that the straps were a touch too long. It wasn't a big deal, though, and did not distract from the dress. The weather was unusually hot, so the light silk was a good weight.

Floral Ruffle Getaway Maxi

Parker

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Size Worn: XSR

Usual Size: 4

Height: 5' 2"

Weight: 125lbs

Bust: 34A

Beautiful necklace. It has two small hinges in it, so it lays nicely against your collarbone. I'm a sucker for necklaces that sit close to the base of the neck, and fits the bill. The colors are vibrant and crisp. This necklace did not match the two dresses I rented at the same time. I did wear it a lot with a plain navy t-shirt dress, and also with a mustard colored sweater. I would rent this for my wedding if it went with my wedding dress...

This was my backup dress for a Las Vegas wedding. I ended up wearing the original dress I picked out, but liked this dress so much I wore it around the hotel and out for food for the rest of the weekend. This dress was the perfect length to wear with flat sandals. Keep in mind that I am short (5'2"), so taller ladies may want to rent a long, or find another pretty option. The little straps to hold in your bra straps were great if you don't want to worry about a strapless. The fabric is heavy in a luxurious sort of way, and drapes wonderfully.

I LOVE this dress. It is so comfortable and flattering. The elastic top stays up without pinching or squeezing out unsightly rolls and the skirt flows deliciously when you walk. The skirt is a wrap style, but it never opened up while I was wearing it. I chose to play up the warmer colors in the print by pairing with pink shoes and necklace, red bag, coral wrap. Would rent this dress again in a heartbeat.

These bracelets are very heavy, but they look so good on your arm. The weight is the only factor keeping me from definitely renting these for another event. If you have tiny wrists like I do, they may feel like they will slide right over your hand. As long as you don't tuck your thumb in, they will stay on. Because there are so many of them, they are also fun to play with, which can get distracting.

These earrings are beautiful. They are very well kept (no scratches) and draw attention to your neck in a good way. Unfortunately, they were just too heavy for me. For those used to heavier earrings, this may not be an issue, but I felt like they dragged my earlobes down in a rather unflattering way. I ended up wearing a pair that I own instead of these. On a purely aesthetic level, these earrings get 5 stars, but since I could not wear them, I subtracted 3 stars.

This is a beautiful, elegant gown. The color is gorgeous and it is not too fussy, so can be dressed up or down. I wore it with gold accessories (earrings, bracelets, shoes) in order to pick up the warm undertones. At 5'2" the 40R was the perfect length for flats, except for a small part of the hem on the right side (details below). I chose a long dress for an outdoor wedding because I was worried that once the sun set, I would get cold. It kept me warm enough, especially paired with a shrunken blazer. I would recommend going up one size if you would like the gown to fit like it does on the model. The 40R fit, but was snug enough not to have the flowy effect that I was looking for. This may be due to my wider hips, though. Also, there is a bit on the right side that dragged. Based on the loose seams and small holes there, other people had a similar issue. Definitely wear Spanx or some other shapewear, as the fabric is on the thin side.