Lara's Reviews
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24 reviews
Comfortable, Stylish and Flattering
I LOVE THESE! Pros: Big, deep pockets in the front and two more pockets in the back! I didn't have to carry a bag and nothing bulged at all. Women's clothing with decent pockets is such a rare find, I was delighted. Great for walking cities. Versatile - I wore these around town, to work and out dancing. Thick, high-end material that drapes nicely. Cons: None.
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Navy City Stretch Culotte
Tibi
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Unbelievably Beautiful
I've never been sadder to send a garment back to RTR. I wore it so many times - to the theater, to a party, to a work event, and even to host a small gathering at my house. The compliments rolled in every time. As the weather got cooler, I layered up with an undershirt, leggings and boots and no one was the wiser. Pros: the color, the pattern, how the material drapes, the elegant sleeves. Cons: NONE, although I think this dress is best for straight and narrow body types, which it emphasizes the way a 1920's dress would.
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Printed Laura Dress
Rejina Pyo
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Punchy Pattern, Flattering Cut
This top is made of comfortable, breathable material. It has a flattering, slimming, cropped cut. I layered it with a light jacket to walk into town and then took the jacket off to go salsa dancing. Cons: some of the material in the back hangs out in a strange way that a few people commented on, like "oh, let me fix that." You might need to use fashion tape over the bust because the fabric is loose there and there's nothing holding it together. But I have to say, neither of these things stopped me from wearing this shirt several times and loving it!
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Gabota Top
Iro
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Fantastic Fit
The cropped length, puffed sleeves and elegant neckline is incredibly figure-flattering. The light material and vibrant pattern makes it ideal for dancing & shimmying the night away. Rent this one for sure!
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Tisha Top
Saylor
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Beware the Tiny Waist Size!
I give this dress tons of credit for the bold shape, puffed sleeves and beautiful color/pattern. However, the fabric wrinkles easily and the waist portion of the dress is incredibly small & has absolutely no give. I started by ordering a medium. Then, finding the waist too small, I sent it back and ordered a large. On the large size, the dress was super puffy in the sleeves and the bust, but the waist portion was exactly the same size as it was on the medium! I ended up giving up and ordering something else.
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Floral Meritti Dress
Ronny Kobo
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
High-End Quality
You can feel the quality of this dress the second you take it out of the bag. It has a nice weight and stretch to it. It's carefully tailored. Then, there is an additional layer of heavy fabric along the bottom of the skirt to create the perfect drape. I had people stop me on the street and compliment me. Not to mention that it looked amazing in all my fall deck party photos!
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Camel Multi Sleeveless Dress
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: 44R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Cozy AND Glam
I wore this shirt out on the dinner date and the compliments rolled in. This transitional weather top, made of soft, thick material is fitted around the bust and rib cage. Then it drapes away from the tummy and hips. The one sleeveless side gave a sexy edge to this piece. Could not recommend this more.
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One Shoulder Paneled Top
Rosetta Getty
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Luxe Details FTW
This is the best item I've rented so far. The top portion of the dress is fitted in all the right places. The bottom has a lot of eye-catching volume. The neckline shows off the collar bone beautifully. The material is soft, thick and stretchy, making it both flattering and comfortable. It has a nice weight to it for fall/spring weather. Plus, if you flip the bottom of the skirt over, it's a gorgeous wine color!
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Eveline Dress
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Cutest Dress at the Lakeside Party
Pros: Beautiful cut & colors. Fitted in all the right places (I'm pretty straight and narrow & it gave me a visible waist!) Cons: The material wrinkles easily & the straps tend to stretch out as you wear it and start falling down.
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Striped Sleeveless Cotton Dress
Christian Pellizzari
Size Worn: 44R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Concert to Date to Out With Friends Awesomeness!
This dress is so versatile, flattering and all around beautiful! So much thought went into its unique look. Pattern mixing, interesting draping, edgy straps - you name it. Could not recommend it more. I'm going to wear this to everything I can think of before sending it back.
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Tulle Stretch Double Layer Dress
Atlein
Size Worn: 40R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Great Color/Pattern, Large in the Chest
Pros: rich colors and thoughtful details like pockets. Cons: tightly fitted over the tummy and very large around the armpits and chest.
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Tansy Midi Dress
La Maison Talulah
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Way Too Low Cut
Cons: Unless you wear a tank top underneath, this dress will make it hard to stay modest. It was so low cut that it exposed my fairly minimal bra even when I stood up straight. Also, the portion you wrap across ran across my belly instead of my natural waist, making the fit odd. Pros: Beautiful pattern and colors. Nice drape across the shoulders.
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Santorini Wrap Dress
YUMI KIM
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Romantic and Beautiful
This is the best thing I've ever rented! Incredible attention to detail & draping. Runs fairly short.
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Ivory Posey Top
Alexis
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Bright & Boho
Runs very short so high waisted bottoms are a must. The sleeve elastic is tight & might not fit athletic arms.
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Mustard Grayson Top
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Bold Colors, Classic Shape
Runs short, so high waisted bottoms are a must. Boxy cut makes it ideal paired with form-fitting pieces. Looks exactly as pictured!
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Sheer Gem Jacket
Alexis
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Warm & Stylish
Size up! Runs short, so have the high waisted skirt/jeans at the ready. Warm, thick material and trendy look make it ideal for beating the cold weather blahs.
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Striped Ruffle Hem Top
See by Chloé
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Great, Splashy Year Round Dress
Eye-catching pattern and bold style. Made of silky, lightweight material - but beware of wrinkles! Loose fit that's comfy but still has structure. Great pick for tall women.
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Cantelle Dress
STINE GOYA
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Cool, Modern, Versatile Top
This metallic cropped sweater came right to the top of my high rise black jeans for a beautifully put together look. The sleeves are long enough for me at 5'9" with length to spare (shorter women will have to scrunch!) Soft against sensitive skin, so no need to layer up.
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Cropped Plaited Pullover
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Soft, Great Fit, Beautiful Sleeves
This sweater is nicely form fitting in the body and is long enough to wear with regular jeans & trousers. It's made of lightweight sweater material that's soft against sensitive skin. It goes without saying that the sleeves are wicked cool & everyone will notice them!
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Alana Sweater
AMUR
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
These Will Turn Heads
Gorgeous pattern, satiny & lightweight material, and structured like a traditional trouser to offset the wildness. Runs long (perfect for me), but shorter folks will need to break out the fashion tape for a temporary hem. The arrow along the side is sewn in, not part of the print - makes these pants extra luxe.
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Striped Animal Print Pants
MSGM
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Cool, Eye-Catching Shape
The shape of this top is so cool. It's cropped, but not so high you're flashing all kinds of skin. It's ideal paired with tight, high-rise pants or a pencil skirt. I got compliments from friends and coworkers when I wore it. My only issue with it was the following: the ruffles arrived closed up like clam shells. I wetted them (the shirt is hand-wash safe), re-shaped them to open and let them air dry. Afterwards, they looked fantastic. This top makes a fun statement in casual settings. Wear it if you want to make a splash with friends!
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Cropped Ruffle Sweater
J.O.A.
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Dramatic Visual Statement
First things first: the visual impact of this dress is incredible. The black and powder blue combination is unique - I don't think I've seen it anywhere else. There is also a subtle and beautiful pattern woven into the knit itself. My rating of this dress lost a point because of the fit. The sleeve and skirt length are both great. However, the front of the neck comes up high and presses against the throat. It also visually shortens the neck. In the photo, the dress looks like it fits down to the waist and flares out beneath it. In reality, the tight part of the fit goes all the way down to the hips, making the most accentuated part of your body your stomach. If you're looking for a bodycon dress rather than a fit and flare style, this statement dress is for you.
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Blue Intarsia Knit Dress
Opening Ceremony
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Glide Across the Dance Floor
These pants are fantastic for partner/ballroom dancing because they look like a long, glamorous skirt but don't prevent fancy footwork in more complex dances like the tango. They're long enough for the tall ladies like me, too. If you're shorter than 5'9", you'll most likely need to wear high heels. The material is luxe, shiny and thick. They lie flat over the tummy and hips, which creates a sleek silhouette.
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Noble Pleated Pants
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Fun, fantastic & flared
These beautiful, embroidered jeans are fitted in the waist and caboose, flaring out big and wide at the bottom. They're very figure flattering for the straight & narrow body type. I suggest wearing them with tight, tucked in tops and crop tops to show off the high waisted style. Also, be sure to size up by one inch! I did, and it was definitely the right choice, seeing as these jeans have very little stretch in the fabric.
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Embroidered Caron Flare Jeans
M.i.h. Jeans
Size Worn: 29
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B