Katherine's Reviews
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Knockout business dress!
I didn't realize there is one triangular/ mesh slit on the back of each shoulder. Fit is very flattering and true to this brands size.
Navy Star Neckline Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Short, even on 5'4" persons
This top was fun to mix into my usual conservative work wardrobe. I paired with black crop pants. Peplum tops are rarely flattering, this one was so so on fit but that's the style.
Orilla Top
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Flattering fit
Nice color, flattering fit, material was pilling a bit from lots of wear.
The Heist Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Itchy material, but worth the compliments
Wore all day at work and then to an evening gala. The seams are very itchy and the fabric is strange. Would never buy, but a very cool rental. Gorgeous color and very flattering fit.
Blue Flare Suit Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Fantastic sweater dress!!
The torso was a bit long on my frame, but otherwise it fit really well. I'm normally a size S in sweater dresses, but the XS was the right choice for this one.
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Pleated Sweater Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Gorgeous color, my computer screen didn't do it justice
You cannot see in the model's picture, but there is a side slit that goes to the middle/ upper thigh. I thought it was fine, but it may be a little "much" for certain offices.
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Italian Cady Tilly Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Cute cow dress!
Definitely looks like a cow pattern, but I honestly love it. Material is forgiving and flattering for any curves. The perfect rental!
Calliope Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Gorgeous material and color. Beware of wind!!!
The colors were awesome, the material was super soft and had a bit of give so you could order your true size (I normally size up with this brand). I 100% needed a cami and could have used a pin for the wrap. It flew up a couple times while walking over subway grates.
Marigold Flare Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Holy sleeves!
Wow, lots of extra fabric in the sleeves and chest. Maybe could have filled it out if I were 4-5 cup sizes larger. Also the holes for your arms are massive, I think it's supposed to be part of the "look" but it looked sloppy and baggy on me. Didn't wear.
Botanical Sheath
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Awkward puffy neckline
This really didn't fit right. The neckline was just "off" and the crease that's supposed to be on both sides wasn't even. Also, the rose gold zipper was gaudy. Didn't wear.
Gilanno Dress
Ted Baker
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Too tight on ribs, couldn't even zip
This brand's sizing is generally very small. Couldn't wear the 2.
Vena Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Cute for work, buttons are fun
This is the ideal rental piece since I can't picture incorporating this into my heavy rotation, but it's really nice. Definitely runs larger than most XSs, I'm usually a S in sweaters.
Kendra Sweater Coat
Tory Burch
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Fun rental, wouldn't buy
Nice color and material. The sizing is larger than I expected, almost too much room. I wear a size 4 dress in DVF, if I rent a shirt again I will go for the XS.
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Multi Floral Shell Top
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Very cute
Super cute work dress. This is the lowest cut I would go in my office, which is business professional, but it wasn't too low. Could probably also wear to a baby or bridal shower since the plated skirt is fun and party-like.
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Almeria Knit Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Good for work or weekend
Material is nice enough for work, although the cut in the front is more like a crop top since it's just below my belly button. If you wear with a high-waist skirt you will be fine. Cute enough to wear on the weekends, too. I agree with other reviewers, a cami would ruin the look. Fabric can have static, so beware.
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Barton Ivory V-Neck Shirt
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Nice fabric, perfect for business professional 20-something
Loved the plaid detail and the V-neck/ notch of plaid going in a different direction. Perfect length for me at 5'4". Fabric is very soft. My only complaint is the fabric at the hip comes to a point rather than a smooth, rounded seam. If you're wearing a blazer or sweater it's covered anyway.
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Windowpane Tompkins Dress
Of Mercer
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Forgiving and comfortable fabric
Fabric has a lot of stretch since there is no zipper, would be flexible to fit most body types. Even though it's a mesh type overlay, it looks very classy on. I rented this for a funeral but it would also be appropriate for work or even a more casual wedding.
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Dark Floral Sheath
Fuzzi
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Tight on Ribs, Loose on Hips
I've rented this dress in the 2 (black) and the 4 (red). The red 4 was massive in the hips and almost looked a little odd. When I sized down to the black 2, the hips were better but the waist was pretty tight on my ribs. The fabric has no stretch, so if you're in doubt I would size UP.
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Black Trinu Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Very Hip
The fabric was a little more "starched" feeling than I was expecting. It's not the softest material, but still very comfortable.
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Ski Babes Sweatshirt
J.Crew
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Great staple, probably will buy it
The fabric for the cowl neckline was heavy enough that it would only go to one side or the other and lay flat, not swooping out like the picture. Still looked fabulous!
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Merle Cowl Neck Dress
J.Crew
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Runs very large, but really unique sweater
The sweater is ribbed, but the ribbing is much wider than I was expecting. Very cool piece, just a lot more casual than I was expecting so I couldn't wear to work.
Striped Winifred Knit Top
Parker
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Adores this dress
Finally a dress that hits just above my knee. Most rentals end up being at the bottom of my knee and I feel frumpy. I've never been so close to buying a RTR item! This dress is stunning. The pattern looks like a cross between floral and leopard print, but still totally professional for an office. The neckline scoops a little low for my personal work style. If I bought it, I might have the shoulders tailored in to bring it up.
Navy Jacquard Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Knockout dress!
This dress is amazing, probably one of my favorite rentals so far. The material is forgiving and you could size down if you're in doubt. I wish it hit at the top of my knee, but it's a little longer. Otherwise, it's gorgeous!
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Knotted Ellis Dress
Of Mercer
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Cute and professional. Size runs very large!
Gorgeous material, surprisingly a little stretchy. Good balance of "edgy/ different" but still professional enough for my business formal office. I wore an XS with plenty of room to tuck a sweater into the skirt.
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Pinstripe Lily Skirt
Just Female
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Peach (not white) and navy
I adore the pattern, but note that the base color is more of a peach/ tan color (my computer made it look white). That said, I think it's an easy dress to wear even in cold months since it's not stark white. This one ran big for DVF (I normally wear a size 4 in this brand). The material makes the dress stick to tights so I did need to wiggle it down occasionally. Also, the slit in the back goes very high. Overall, beautiful dress.
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Paisley Sleeveless Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Very fun rental
I adore the pattern on this dress, but the chest puckered out and the V is much deeper than it looks in the photo. I find DVF sizing to be inconsistent, the 4 fit very well but the next day I wore another DVF dress in a size 2. That said, this one runs a little on the small side. Perfect rental to mix up your wardrobe with something you might not necessarily buy, but it's fun to work into your week.
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Minetta Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect for shopping and brunch with friends
The dress is adorable, tons of compliments. Surprisingly, the fabric on the collar is a RIBBED material so it's not formal enough to wear to my conservative office.
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Colorblock Midi Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Fabric was finicky
Cute pattern and cut, but the fabric was a little fickle and the chest puckered out on one side due to a wrinkle (even after ironing).
Grey Plaid Blazer
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Nice color and material, hips too big
Pros - Love the color and the detail of the bows on each sleeve. Tons of compliments. No need to steam before wearing. Con - the hips were cut very wide. There was a good amount of extra material. Normally it's the opposite for me and things are snug in the hip.
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Trinu Red Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Great rental, comfortable and professional
This top has the perfect balance of trendy and professional. The small strands of red, green, and blue look really nice. Great way to mix up your look during the work week, and it transitions well to dinner plans.
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Tati Tweed Fringe Top
Greylin
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Color off. Distracting tie. MASSIVE fit.
The black undershirt that's sewn it makes the shirt look dirty. Color is not at all what my computer screen shows.
Striped Sawyer Top
DELFI Collective
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32D
Cute for a date night
I wore this for a dinner date at a hotel restaurant. The material is very casual (almost cheap, but not awful) and the design is trendy and fun. Very busty, unlike the photo of the model.
Tatiana Faux Wrap Dress
Leota
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Comically large
It was too big to wear as a crossbody. I felt like I was going to tip over from the weight!
Heart It Sam Bag
kate spade new york accessories
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Way too big
I usually wear this size, but it was so big I couldn't wear it. Even a size down would definitely be too big.
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Blackberry Allen Dress
Of Mercer
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Nice color, hard to button
Loved the color, but the buttons all the way up the back were a little difficult to do myself. The material also sticks, so make sure to have static guard in your desk drawer or purse!
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Fig Elsa Blouse
Habitual
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Nice pattern, darts didn't hit me right
I love the micro houndstooth pattern. The color combinations looked great! One problem is the darts didn't hit me right. Would be better for someone a couple inches taller.
Contrast Plaid Dress
Donna Morgan
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D
Love it!
Fabric has a lot of stretch and is very comfortable
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Posh Pencil Skirt
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 124lbs
Bust: 32D