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Amazing Dress
Quality is impeccable. Wore it to a conference. I sized up due to my top size, but I could have gone with my normal M. Length was full length for me and perfect with flats. Anyone taller than 5'2" would hit mid calf.

Cinched Waist Midi Shirt Dress
Laundry by Shelli Segal
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Great Number
I have 36DD-36G top and this fit perfect without any pulling or gapping. Shirt was a little boxy, so I tucked it into jeans with a belt and it was perfect.

Kate Eyelet Blouse
Cleobella
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Amazing little number
So super cute and sexy. Works for the office, going out, or a party. I sized up because I was worried about my 36DD-36G top and I could have gone down a size.

Savanna Dress In Ombre Stripe
Et Ochs
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Perfect for Summer
I sized up due to my 36DD-36G top half. It was perfect and also accentuated my smaller waist. I plan on buying it if it ever goes on sale!

Gigi Striped Tank Top
Ciao Lucia
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Love This Top!
I have a large chest and the 42 was snug but zips. It has a liner, so it’s sheer in the décolletage and arms, but not anywhere else. Mine was super firm fitted, so I had to be sure to pull down the liner when dressing. The form of the shirt gives you hips and can be dressed up or down. I wore it with jeans for some meetings in the office and on the road.
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Louise Embroidered Top
Hofmann Copenhagen
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Lovely and Fun
Perfect all around. Got several compliments. Paired it with black jeans for the office and a pair of flat Rothy's that match the gold detail. Would have bought, but the sweater is quite expensive and it shows. I have a size 36G chest and the M was just right. No pull in the button area.

Cornely Ainika Knit Cardigan
FARM Rio
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Not What I Ordered, But Lovely
Fun little dress that was very comfortable. The dress had some stretch in the top which worked well for my 36G dress. I wore it to work for an event during the day and paired it with a less formal jacket to mix it up. The length was perfect, too. I work it with a bootie since it was winter. I am 5'2" for reference.

Black Carly Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Fun Jacket with Enough Polish
The jacket fit great. I am between sizes sometimes because of my 36G chest and the large on this was just right. I paired it with a black dress for work and it was chic. Great to dress up or down. Black leather detailing is on point.

Daphne Boho Trim Jacket
Central Park West
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Nice Fit Weird Fabric
Was worried about sizing due to my 36 DD chest, but size 8 worked without restrictions. The waist or belt hit a little higher than it probably would for someone with a smaller chest. But the buttons were not straining and that was the most important part. I am 5 foot three and the dress hit at my ankles and I paired it with ankle high boots. The fabric is a weird cotton texture that was hard to wrinkle release and was a bit thin for winter, but would likely work for fall.
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Tie Waist Shirt Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DD
Simply Stunning
The fabric and quality for this dress are absolutely stunning. I wore the 8R to a black tie event - it was a breath of fresh air to be in something so stunning amongst a sea of black dresses. The first half of the event was in broad daylight, and dresses that were cheap and tacky really stood out. I received several compliments on this dress. I usually wear petite sizes, but with 3.5" heels, the length on the regular was perfect. I am 5'4" and 36C with smaller hips and waist than my rib cage (athletic build). I wore a black one-piece under the dress, but the nude lining hid it very well. I chose to wear petals instead of a bra, as the top was nice and secure after zipping it up. The seem at the waist adds a very nice A-line frame that would be flattering for any body shape. I highly, highly recommend this Nha Khan piece.
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Amber Gown
nha khanh
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Great Size and Color
This color is amazing. I would love to own the bag simply for the size and color, but the one sent to me was a little too worn to justify only 30% off. The bag must be from previous seasons, though, because this same color is not one I was able to come across easily online. I would highly suggest renting it. I'm not a fan of tassels, and these are more like small strings and don't detract from the overall look. The shoulder strap was clutch!
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Biscuit Regan Satchel
Rebecca Minkoff Accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Gorgeous Color
This dress is definitely nice. My rental came in boxes, so I didn't have all of the wrinkles that I read about through other reviews. I had a steamer on-hand just in case, though! I ended up going with a different dress that wasn't as elegant, but the other dress had my husband drooling. If you have boobs, size up. I would have had to wear the 8 and it would have been slightly hard to breathe. A 10 would have made my rib cage more comfortable, but the waist would have been too big and I would have been pulling the dress up all night. I hate that look - all girls know what I'm talking about: how many times have you gone strapless and been caught in too many pictures with your hands pulling up your top? This would be perfect with someone who has hips and can hold up the top of the dress without worrying about it falling.
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Lilac Bloom Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Husband with the Hound Dog Eyes
I rented two options for a formal occasion, and this is the dress that my husband whether I had to give it back. The cut-outs and black fabric happen in all the right places.
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Graphic Gold Gown
Theia
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Adorable and a Little Scandalous
I read the reviews and didn't size-up: my largest part is my rib cage and shoulders, and since this is open-back, I can usually size down. That was true for this dress, as well. The 8 was comfortable, but like another reviewer, the dress had gaps at the back and the shoulders felt like they wanted to slip. If I had a larger chest or tummy, I would have gone with the 8 and just used garment tape without any issues. The 6 worked perfectly, though. Great for athletic body-types. And anyone with legs for days (not me). I wore this dress to a cocktail event and dinner with my husband. I played it down by wearing it with a pair of black slip-on leather sneakers. The blue is closer to a true blue than navy, so it worked. The open back was great and I got many compliments on the dress (mostly how sparkly it was). I don't mind short outfits, especially since I'm pretty short overall, but there was a definite breeze that had me grabbing for the back of the dress a few times. I almost wore this one out the next night, too, to a different event; I liked it so much. Will definitely rent again.
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Margaux Sheath
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Fabulous LBD
The high neck and rolled sleeves are fantastic details. The "untucked" back plus the "tucked" front and material of the top half of the dress are figure-flattering when combined with the bottom skirt. I read reviews and went up a size, worried that the tight skirt portion would show a mommy-belly pooch. NOT AT ALL - it looked great, but I could tell I needed to size down. Because the skirt was loose, sometimes you could see peaks of skin between the front and back of the dress at the skirt clasp. I wore this dress to a very important business meeting with black tights (cold, rainy weather around 10 degrees Celsius) and another day just at the office. I will definitely wear this again.
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Black Lacrima Dress
By Malene Birger
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Skeptic at first, but wonderful!
I rented this through my unlimited membership. I was not sure I would like it, as most of the photographs made some girls appear larger. The cut is one that could definitely add a strange illusion. However, in person, it is fantastic. No weird pooch or added pounds. I jokingly referred to it as my Star Trek outfit, and a guy friend said he thought it looked awesome. He wouldn't lie! Two thumbs-up; will definitely rent again.
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Black Sail Away Romper
Laundry by Shelli Segal
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Great Work or Work Event Outfit
One of our Admins at the office said I looked beautiful and it was an amazing color on me. I felt a little bit like a baby doll, but overall the silk fabric and dress style were great. I have broad shoulders and an athletic build, so it hung very nicely on my frame. I wore it with nude, suede platform heels that are strappy. Looked great. Note that you will likely need to iron the dress before wearing and the silk fabric on the back has some thin spots from wear and tear.
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Pink Silk De Chine Dress
See by Chloé
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36G
Great Structure and Stretch
Great little dress. Material is thick and helped keep me warm. The material has stretch, but not at the cut-out due to the great stitching and structure. Overall the dress is a little plain, so I suggest adding fun shoes.

Peak Sheath
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C
Great Contrasting Colors
This dress ran really small in chest; uncomfortably so... I usually order up a size in dresses to accommodate my larger rib cage and bust, but this dress ran so small that I was uncomfortable with how it pinched my skin and made me look fat. I also have a short torso, and the place where the top and bottom separated made the skirt very unflattering. I looked almost pregnant. The bright blue under the black, fun lace was the best part.

Black Venice Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C
Dream Spring Jumper
This jumper runs true to size. Hardly anyone could tell it was a jumper and gave me endless compliments on my "dress." The pockets are roomy and perfect. The overall fit is snug at the waistband, but very flowy and loose below - would be great to hide big hips. Glad I sized up since this had never been worn, but think a 6 would have fit just fine. I have a larger chest and rib cage and am overly cautious when it comes to zipping up the tops of a dress - sometimes a size up is the only way I can breathe. The open back on this one helps. I wore Hollywood breast lift tape and no bra. Will definitely rent again!

Melanie Lace Romper
nha khanh
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C
Cute, but a little frumpy
Fit was easy and great, the viscose material was nice and light. I didn't like where the stretchy waistband hit my midsection. I've got a rather athletic build, and my waist only looks tiny when my broad shoulders are accentuated. This outfit did none of those things, but still cute.

Leopard Dot Crepe Romper
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C
Great Gown; Very Comfortable
Rented the gown for an Oscar Party. I am only 5'3" and the regular barely touched the floor with flats on. I rented my two usual sizes knowing that most reviews said it ran large or true to size. I probably could have gotten into a 4 with ease. I have a broad chest that usually causes me to have to go up in dress sizes just to zip up the dress and still be able to breathe. This is a side zip and backless, so my normal size worked well. The area around the stomach was loose and hung from body. If I had gone down to a 4, I wonder if it would have helped to give more curves to the look. Received lots of compliments and would definitely rent it again, and probably in the Long if I wanted to wear big heels.

Award Winner Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C
Runs Small is and Understatement
It is hard to tell in the pictures, but the material of this dress is extremely thick and has zero give. Think thick tapestry. Like really thick. With that being said, it was in great condition and looked better in person than I expected. The blue is a perfect brilliant blue. The side zipper is a point of discontent: thick fabrics and side zippers are just not friends. I had fashion tape on hand per the reviews, and the dress made the ladies look fantastic, but even my husband said it wasn't his favorite. The deep V cut into my boobs so much that I don't think fashion tape would have been necessary. Even though I sized-up, there was no way I would have been able to breathe in the dress if we managed to zip it up with pinching my flesh. I may try a Large for another occasion out of shear curiosity, but with so many other dresses to choose from, likely not.

Visions Skater Dress
STYLESTALKER
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C
Super Sexy with Class
I wore this dress to a rehearsal dinner on a breezy SF night. The weight of the material really takes this dress up a notch - it's heavy with substantial zippers, and where the cut-outs hit makes any women look stunning. I went with the 6 after reading the reviews. I wear a 6 in pants, but I typically have to go up to an 8 in dresses in order to ensure that they can zip past my huge rib cage and broad shoulders. The cut at the top made my shoulders look great, and the material was stretchy enough that it allowed me to move freely while still laying flat against my exposed skin at the cut outs without creating unsexy bulges. I wore the dress with 4" platforms that were suede (Steve Maddens) and perfect. I put my hair up in a huge bun and wore long earrings with a drop pearl. More than one person said I looked like a modern Audrey Hepburn. My husband wouldn't let me stray to far from him the whole night, if you know what I mean. Definitely a head-turner for all of the right reasons.

Sleek Mila Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C
Stunning
The 6 was a little snug in my broad shoulders, and the 8 hung better from top to waist. I'm 5'3" and wore the dress with 2.5" heels and it was perfection. My husband said the cut was made for me - stopped zipping at the waist, and the open back was seriously sexy. The slight boning in the waist made me feel super tiny with all the right curves, so no spanx were needed. Of all 5 dresses I rented, he said this one was the most stunning. I had to use fashion tape to keep the lining from slipping below the tops of the ladies, and I had zero issues. If you are smaller in the bust, you may still need it. It was only an issue because of how low cut the front of the lining is under the lace. So unforgettable that I'm not sure I could wear it again, but I'll certainly try with a different crowd!

Glamorous in Lace Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C
Adorable Romper with a Sexy Edge
I am 5'3" and have a hard time finding rompers that fit me where the inseam and waist hit. Not an issue at all with this one. I'm a 6 everyday except in dresses, as my rib cage and shoulders are really broad. I didn't even try on the 6 after I knew how the 8 fit - slimming and comfortable. I needed to be able to breathe and dance in the romper, and it was perfect. If anything it was a tad loose at the end of the night. I wore this to a wedding after-party. I want to own this one.

Midnight Lace Romper
Cynthia Rowley
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C
Beautiful & Flattering
I usually wear a 6, but sometimes have to size up to an 8 due to my broad shoulders and rib cage. The 6 was not going to zip up in this one, and the 8 was still snug in the chest. I didn't have to wear a bra, even with my 36C chest. I received many compliments. Like other reviewers mentioned, the dress has some tears and strings in the lace from wear, but they are not noticeable to others. Would definitely rent again. The pockets were a plus!

Sara Lace Shift
Milly
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36C