Christine's Reviews
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Love the mystery bling!
I rented 2 dresses, and the stylist included a little purse/clutch that coordinated with both dresses. It was very cute and made the outfits!
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Pretty dress for a bridal shower
The dress fabric was thick and expensive-looking and the cut was very flattering, however the 8 was a bit too tight. I had a back-up size 10 but for some reason it was smaller than the size 8 (2" shorter in length, which made it indecent on 5'9" frame). I tried to stretch the 8 out for a while but unfortunately I was not able to get comfortable enough to wear it for my shower. Recommend getting 1 size up for your dress and the back-up dress 2 sizes up.
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Alexa Peplum Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34B
Stunning engagement photo dress
This dress was great for the engagement photo shoot, classic with an interesting detail in the asymmetrical hemline. It would also be good for a bridal shower type of event. Leave time to iron it as it did get a bit wrinkled in the garment bag in transit. Recommended to have nude high-waisted spanx as the material tends to show any undergarment lines/lace.
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North Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34B
Complemented my outfit
I paired this with the Theia gold stroke dress. It worked well with that outfit but did not strike me as expensive looking in person.
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Chains and Things Bracelet
AV Max
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34C
Perfect party dress
This is one of my favorite dresses I've rented from RTR. I don't love how it looks on the model, but as soon as I tried this on at the Henri Bendel showroom I knew it was the perfect choice. It is incredibly flattering. The material is substantial and poofs out the perfect amount to provide a formal look yet not frilly. I went with a chunky silver chain bracelet instead of the necklace - any necklace really gets lost against the pattern of the fabric. Rent this!
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Gold Stroke Dress
Theia
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34C
Nice bracelet
I paired this with the Shoshanna Mia Maxi dress as displayed on the model. I was pleased with the effect. I thought it was a nice bracelet but I will probably try something else next time.
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Mesh Together Cuff
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34C
Adds a burst of color
I paired this with the Shoshanna Mia Maxi dress per the example and the look was great. Love how the blue played against the orange.
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Turq Isle Necklace
RJ Graziano
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34C
Flattering dress for a summer wedding
This dress was a great choice for an outdoor wedding in late summer. I paired it with both accessories on the model, plus a white blazer for when the air turned a bit chilly. I think it runs a bit big as the 8L was a bit loose on my rib cage, but all the other sizes were sold out so I could not compare to the 6. I was perplexed by the different reviews claiming the dress was too short or too long for the same height ladies, but found it is because the straps are adjustable: if you are long in the back then you let the straps out a few inches or vice versa, and that could add or remove length. I am short-waisted so the L was still pretty short and I wore flats. I would recommend this dress to others for a similar occasion.
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Mia Maxi
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 8L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34C
Nice coordinating necklace
I paired this with the Sachin + Babi Blue Jay dress as shown in the model pic. I love how the circles in the necklace mirrored the cut-outs in the dress. However I don't think I would rent it if not for the coordinating aspect. The rental price is a bit steep and I have some similar pieces I purchased from JCrew (with less expensive stones) for about the same cost.
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Blue Jasmine Necklace
Anton Heunis
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34C
Beautiful ladylike dress
The fabric was a work of art, thick with a beautiful painted design. Flattering for an hourglass figure. Felt beautiful in it for a wedding. The 8 fit better than the 10, but something weird had happened to the fabric of the 8 such that the material at the bottom of the skirt had shrunk so that it looked tighter on the knees than in the hips (not flattering). However I really wanted to wear the smaller size as it fit so much better. I spent an hour trying to stretch the bottom material and iron it out, and kept stretching it periodically throughout the evening. I think it ended up not being noticeable after that as I only got compliments. I would 100% recommend this dress, just hope you don't get the shrunken one, but if you do it's mostly fixable.
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Such a Charmer Dress
Lela Rose
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 34C
Flattering, comfortable dress
The fit was about right, could have gone one size under my usual size as the top was a bit loose. The cutouts give this dress a glamorous feel. The fabric is heavy so looks much more formal than a lower quality cotton dress. Versatile for a casual or semi-formal event.
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Blue Jay Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36D
cute formal accessory
The purse worked as a cute sparkly clutch/purse, but if I put anything of weight inside the clasp would pop open. The closure looked to be worn from use. I had my date hold my cell phone and that solved the problem. I probably would not rent this again but it served its purpose well.
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Black Diamond Crystal Minaudiere
Serpui Marie
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36D
beautiful stand-out dress
I sized up due to the feedback on the sleeves in other comments and the fit was perfect. I was concerned it would be too short, but some nude stockings solved that worry. The blue color is striking and stands out in photographs. Something about the long sleeves, fitted body,and full skirt makes this very flattering. The pockets are playful. I would wear this dress again.
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Alice Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36D
eye-catching formal dress
Loved the flash of pink in the lining and the construction was pristine. Beautiful silk-blend fabric draped gracefully. But it was a bit revealing in both the cleavage (even with the pads removed) and the slit. It could use a stitch or two in the front slit to prevent wardrobe malfunction... I used a strategically placed napkin or purse for the slit and a wrap for the cleavage. A bit of a hassle to mind my posture all night, but I chose this gown to feel glamorous not to be comfortable.
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Pink Splash Gown
DSQUARED2
Size Worn: 48L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36D