Catherine's Reviews
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Gorgeous and flattering
I'm very tempted to buy this pretty dress, which is especially nice as a spring or summer choice. Comfortable and beautifully cut.
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Corinne Dress
Parker
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Really pretty dress
This was a great work choice. Looked sharp with red flats and pearls.
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Marias Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
I didn't wear this
I was unwise to rent this for work-to-evening plans. It fit fine, but it just isn't right for work at all, and I think it is dubious as a date or party dress for anyone who isn't really, really young. I felt like all that was missing were my marionette strings. So, tried on but did not wear.
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Dolly Dress
La DoubleJ
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Perfect fall/winter choice
This dress is warm and although it is form-fitting, it is comfortable and looks nice. Very modern and polished.
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Milena Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Nice dress
I like everything about this dress except the length, which is fine for work but just feels a little short to me. Nice with black boots and pearls.
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Plaid Flounce Dress
Michael Stars
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Super nice dress
I paired this with a long string of pearls and pearl earrings, and black boots. It is a really sharp dress, with a lovely cut and pattern.
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Kita Dress
Michael Stars
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Gorgeous
I love this pretty flowy dress, which is warm and comfortable. The photo doesn't do it justice: there are tiny glittery gold threads woven throughout, which are both subtle and gorgeous.
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Smocked Yoke Dress
Boden
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
A bit sparkly for work
This is really a party dress, not a work dress, although it was okay for my workplace with a swingy black jacket and boots. It is quite snug in the waist, and although I have one, it wasn't comfortable. Be aware the material has no give at all.
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Swerve Print Dress
Christian Pellizzari
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Unsure what this dress is right for
This is a strange LBD: so long and black that it feels like a funeral dress, with cheerful skirt flounces and long lace sleeves las if designed for a very merry widow. It's a wrap dress that falls open on the thigh, which gives it a weird sexy vibe. I rented for work but no way would I wear it to any workplace. And I think it would be a strange choice for a date or party, too, because it is long and mostly conservatively cut. Dunno where you'd wear it.
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Carrie Lace Dress
Goen. J
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Almost great
This is a pretty dress with a nice shape and it looked sharp with a swingy pink wool jacket and black boots. But it is a fiddly pain to put on, with a tie and also tiny buttons in the front, three little hooks and eyes in the back where you can't see them, and a back zipper -- and a big drafty opening on your back. Why? I'd consider buying this but it is just too much work to put it on.
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Navy Floral Jill Dress
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Not flattering
This dress has a very pretty pattern and is quite comfortable but it has a strange fit, a bit big on top and less roomy at the bottom, and the pockets are just weird. They actually stick out at the sides, and they aren't really in a good position for your hands. Not a dress I'd rent again.
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Floral Embroidered Dress
Natori
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
It's OK
This is a nice, roomy dress with a pretty print. Nothing super special about it.
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Delaynee Dress
Club Monaco
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Great dress
This is a versatile all-season dress in a gorgeous color. Nice with a blazer and boots for work.
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Red Scalloped Trim Dress
RED Valentino
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Too casual for work
I wore this for work, but I have to say it felt too casual, even with pearls. As usual, I wore black boots. It is VERY large.
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Garden Dress
Warm
Size Worn: 3
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful dress
This might be a better choice for a night out than work, but I liked it with a short swingy black blazer and boots. Gorgeous fabric.
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Blue Into the Galaxy Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
A party dress, and it runs small
This dress is nicely made but it has no give at all. I rented for work but that was a mistake -- this is a fancy date or party dress. Size up and be aware it is very short.
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Black Angelica Lace Swan Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute, light weight dress
I'd rent this dress again for spring or summer but it worked as a fall dress. I added a short white cardigan and wore it with jade and pearls and boots. It's very comfortable with a great print.
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Babe Dress
La DoubleJ
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
REALLY runs large
This is a super pretty dress but it has two issues. First, it runs just enormous: order down at least a size. Second, beware the sleeves, which are like Confucian fingernails: designed to prevent you from doing anything with your hands, such as eating. They are huge too and they flop onto everything.
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Lace Yoke Dress
Giamba
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Just not a flattering dress
I like the print on this dress, but I definitely would not rent it again. It's essentially dowdy looking, with too much going on: floppy cuffs, buttons, and a tie. It also tends to ride up, both in the sleeves and the waist.
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Floral Print Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Pretty pink dress
I like this shirtwaist dress a lot, though it REALLY needs a button at the dropped waistline. (I used a small safety pin to close the gap there.) It's so feminine that I styled it with pearls and a black leather jacket for some edge.
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Anita Dress
Deborah Lyons
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Super pretty dress
This gorgeous dress is peridot green, so of course I wore peridot jewelry with it, along with sparkly gold flats. (You could accessorize with silver instead to match the pretty silver zippers, too.) It's a bit of a puzzle to put on but looks just gorgeous. This would work well as a date dress too.
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Eco Cape Dress
Tibi
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Classy dress
This dress is form fitting so not advisable for those hiding their form, but it is very classy looking and a great length for work. I styled with big black bead necklace and earrings and black flats.
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Olive Zip Front Dress
Toccin
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Super gorgeous
This is such a pretty dress, with lots of subtle shine. The fabric is simply gorgeous. I styled with rose gold flats and pink pearls.
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Jacquard Shift Dress
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Runs a little tight
Gorgeous pattern on this dress but it isn't a forgiving cut. I liked it but I'd order a size up for a more flattering look.
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Navy Floral Sheath
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Edgy, comfortable dress
This dress doesn't look like much on the hanger but it flows when worn. Very shoulder baring so a bit edgy looking. Nice for a summer outing.
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Colorblock Tank Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Kinda fancy
This dress has plenty of shine and would work for a party/date as well as a formal workplace. I wore with pearls and black flats.
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Floral Taxi Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Super cute
I really like this pretty work dress. Very flattering. I think it is an all seasons dress despite the fall coloring.
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Colorful Tweed Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Super pretty LBD
This is a lovely dress with interesting sleeves and a flattering cut. It's a little low cut for work but I enjoyed wearing it anyway. Styled with natural gray pearls and sparkly gray flats.
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Covelo Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Nice dress, very short
I wore this dress on a very hot day and enjoyed the beautiful print and easy fit. But I'm petite and still felt it was too short.
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Peony Floral Dress
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 120121lbs
Bust: 34B
Very pretty
This is a beautiful dress WITH POCKETS. It worked well on a very hot summer day with flats, but I think it would be a great fall choice too.
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Bambi Dress
La DoubleJ
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 120121lbs
Bust: 34B
Very cute
Sweet, bright blue dress with short sleeves. A great spring choice. I wore with multistrand pearl necklace and black boots but was tempted to wear pumps instead.
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Arcadia Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
It's okay
I sized up based on reviews and this dress still isn't flattering because it clings to my middle. It's a pretty basic dark navy dress with some ruffles. Nothing to write home about and size up at least one size.
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Navy Mariana Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Love this dress
I'm thinking about buying this warm, comfortable, sharp-looking dress. It's a great choice for any season but summer.
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Roxanne Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Very pretty and comfortable
This is a classic, pretty dress. It clings to curves so not utterly flattering but I enjoyed wearing it and styled with boots. Maybe a better choice for fall or winter than spring/summer.
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Houndstooth Kamillina Dress
Theory
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Much. Too. Short.
Yes, I am 5'2" but this dress was still ridiculously short on me. It's a nice dress that needs at least three inches more length. I'd say no unless you are going to wear pants under it.
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Colorblock A-Line Ponte Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Tempted to buy this one
Very pretty, comfortable, all-season dress. I styled it with black boots and a sea glass pendant necklace.
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Renyina Dress
Ted Baker
Size Worn: 3
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Strange dress
I really think this dress needed more careful design. The bow should be part of the shoulder: instead you get two ties that sorta hang limply near your shoulder when tied into a bow. This also tends to show your bra strap. The dress fits a bit oddly, too, clinging a bit tightly near the upper waist. I like the idea of the dress but not the execution and almost didn't wear it. I styled with a long string of pearls and boots.
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Navy Bosher Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Comfortable dress
This dress is just a bit casual but worked fine for some work events. I styled with boots and silver jewelry. Very comfortable.
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Blue Plaid Shirtdress
Thakoon x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute but problem neckline
This dress looks nice on -- I wore with boots and triple string of pearls -- but the neckline is a disaster. I can't imagine how it would flatter anyone to have a plunging neckline that gaps open. I used a safety pin to get it to normal.
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Avali Dress
Joie
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Nice dress
This dress definitely runs small: I sized up two sizes and it was perfect. It also runs long on us petite people. It's a nice dress that styled well with black and gold jewelry and black boots.
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Plaid Printed Dress
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B