Ellen's Reviews
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Long legs and large bust
Loved the jumpsuit but it was way too long in the legs (even in 4" heels) and the bust was quite large. I've ordered petite jumpsuits before and they were too short. I recommend getting the petite if you are at least 5'4" or 5'5"
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Asandra Sequin Jumpsuit
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38B
Fun Party Dress! Great for cooler weather
Very comfortable dress! It was surprisingly not too heavy for a fully-sequined dress. It is warm, so keep that in mind, and it does show your shape in the belly/stomach area. It's a great style for anyone worried about their hips/thighs because the skirt swings nicely. And the flair at the bottom is a nice touch.
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Sequin Shirtdress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38B
Top notch backup dress for me
I didn't end up wearing this dress but I really liked it. The gold isn't too flashy and the material wasn't itchy like I feared. The long sleeves would be great for an event in the winter months but I thought I would be too warm at a fall wedding. With all the dancing, I was right to wear a different dress. My only complaint was it was a tad bit big in the chest (as usual for me) but the zipper in back bulged out a bit. I'm sure I could've fixed it with pinning the shoulders.
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Gold Pleated Midi Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 36B
So comfortable and received many compliments
I'm not generally into floral but this dress was fun and whimsical and feminine without going overboard. The fit was a little big in the chest (as always for me) so I pinned it at the shoulders. No one noticed. I danced the night away with comfort and ease. Highly recommend!
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Ribbon Waist Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 36B
Short-waist, size up, and wait for the compliments
I wore this to my niece's outdoor Bat Mitzvah party. It was a cool April evening and it was perfect for the weather. I am short-waisted and I found this jumpsuit tight in the waist. I don't know how a long-waisted person could wear this. The legs were a little short too but that didn't bother me so much. The zipper is an issue. Make sure you bring a strong friend to the bathroom with you! I got a tun of compliments and you will too!!
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Lazaro Sequin Jumpsuit
Black Halo
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38B
Super comfortable dress for any occassion- highly recommend!
This dress was very comfortable for my friend's afternoon wedding. The deep green color was perfect for Fall and the dress easily made the transition from afternoon to evening to after party! Normally I'm a size 8 but I got both a size 6 and 8. I went with the 6 because I really could feel a difference in the skirt between the two sizes other than the 8 being a couple of inches longer. Given that I'm 5'3", I didn't need those extra inches. (Note that the back of the dress is about an inch longer than the front. I loved that detail!) Also, the top of the size 8 was too large and I have a smaller bust. Lastly, I was a little suspicious of wearing a form-fitting dress that emphasized my hips but it turned out to be the best decision! I wore Spanx underneath, which alleviated any hesitation on my part, and no one suspected. I received tons of compliments and I would order this dress again in a heartbeat!
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Green Maria Dress
INTER-PRET.US
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38B
Comfortable, easy and cute
I loved this dress from the moment I first saw it on Rent the Runway and I was excited to have an opportunity to wear it. It was super comfortable and easy to wear. The material was thinner (for lack of a better term) than I expected but that probably helped make the dress so wearable. It was flattering on my body and I would recommend anyone to wear it. Ultimately, it wasn't the show-stopper I thought it would be but it worked out well and for that I am happy.
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Fifi Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38B
Great dress, runs small and very short!
I ordered this dress for a Gatsby-themed charity event. I ended up wearing something else because this dress is so short! I was worried that if I raised my arms while dancing, I would give the entire dancefloor a show! Also, if you are pear-shaped like me, then the skirt area what really tight around my hips and thighs. I was disappointed this dress didn't work out but not that surprised given the designer.
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Freedom Sheath
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 131lbs
Bust: 32B
Comfortable dress, GREAT color, lots of fun!
The dress is very comfortable and I got a ton of compliments. The color is stunning and stands out in a crowd! This dress is stretchy so I suggest going down a size. The one thing that might be a cause of concern is the sequins under the arm. I didn't have any issue with any rubbing or irritation, but I'm not sensitive to that sort of thing. One last suggestion is if you want to wear a normal bra with the dress, you can tuck a piece of the draped fabric into you bra and no one will be the wiser. I did that and was comfortable all night!
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Swank Sequin Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 131lbs
Bust: 32B
It has pockets!
I rented this dress as my back up dress. I found the top and waste to be too large. I wish I had ordered a size 4. I would recommend going down one size if you have a smaller bust. But the dress is so pretty in person! I loved the pattern and the pleating. And it has pockets! So fun!
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Oscar Wild Dinner Dress
Yoana Baraschi
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38B
Walking to the church, a woman slowly drove by, rolled down her window and yelled I love your dress!
Probably not the best dress for a pear shape. It was a little tight in the thighs but control top panty hose saved the day! The bust was a bit too large but I was able to make it work. If I were to buy this dress I would definitely have the bust taylored but for one night it was fine. Plus I got a ton of compliments!
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Never Let You Go Sheath
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38B
Fun!
This ring was the perfect addition to the dress I rented for my birthday. It's very sparkly, which I love! The actual ring is adjustable so there is no need to worry about size. However, the stones are quite large and heavy. The base of the ring is too small to support such large embellishment. It flopped around anytime I moved my hand. I'd still recommend trying it though.
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Confetti Cocktail Ring
Erickson Beamon
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38B
Fun Party Dress
This dress was perfect for my birthday party! It was fun and comfortable and I got a ton of compliments. My only complaint was that the skirt was full of static and frequently stuck to my legs. It was annoying and definitely a hindrance at times. Also, since I am so much shorter than the model in the picture, the skirt came to just above my knee. Not a big deal to me, but probably helpful to know for the next person thinking of renting this dress.
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Confetti Dot Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38B