This dress was very pretty, fit like a glove, and I loved the blue color. The cut out on the back is gorgeous. I was a bit disappointed by the condition of the dress, though. The lace was fraying in many spots, and in my opinion, the particular dress I was sent should be retired soon. I doubt other party goers noticed the condition of the dress, but it was on my mind throughout the evening.

Never Let You Go Sheath

ML Monique Lhuillier

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Size Worn: 2

Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120lbs

Bust: 34C

I wore this dress to a black tie party when I was about 12 weeks pregnant and in that awkward stage of still no real belly but not quite my normal size. This dress was perfect for the situation! The gathering on the body of the dress disguised my little baby belly well and help me feel confident in how I looked that evening. I actually tucked the large shoulder bow under to create a more narrow strap, and I loved how that looked.

Emerald Gem Ruched Dress

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: 4

Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120lbs

Bust: 34C

I was so happy with my first Rent the Runway experience! I ordered two sizes of this Carlos Miele dress. The stylist suggested sizing down for my second size, but I ended up wearing my usual size. Unfortunately, both dresses arrived very wrinkled. Silk does not box up well. I was very nervous about trying to get the wrinkles out as I didn't want to ruin the fabric. I ended up using a cool iron, as was suggested on the dress tag, and it worked perfectly! Wrinkle free, the dress was BEAUTIFUL and perfect color to stand out in crowd of black dresses and suits. One strange thing I noticed was that the 34 was a few inches longer than the 36, though both were ordered in regular length. Also the hem of the 34 looked very different than the 36, as though someone had fixed it poorly. I also ordered the Mystery Bling and received vintage teardrop earrings, which went perfectly with this dress. They would have also gone well with my backup dress, Carmen Marc Volvo Major Moment Gown.

Crystal Blue Waters Gown

Carlos Miele

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Size Worn: 36R

Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120lbs

Bust: 34C

I rented this dress as my backup for a black tie gala. It was very pretty, and I loved the shoulder ruffle, but the dress was way too big in the waist and hips. My first choice dress arrived very wrinkled, and I had an "uh oh" moment, where I was worried the wrinkles wouldn't come out and I would have to figure out how to make the backup dress work for the function. I played around with dressy belts to cinch the waist, and this actually worked quite well. Luckily, the wrinkles were removed, and I didn't need to turn to plan B. I really liked this dress, though, and would consider renting it again in a smaller size. A friend, who usually wears a size six, ended up wearing this gown, and it looked beautiful on her! I heard her receiving compliments throughout the evening!

Major Moment Gown

Carmen Marc Valvo

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Size Worn: 2L

Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120lbs

Bust: 34C

I received these earrings as my Mystery Bling. I had ordered the Carlos Miele Crystal Blue Waters gown and the Carmen Marc Volvo Major Moment gown. I was so pleased that the stylist picked earrings that looked perfect with both dresses! As others noted, the earrings are heavy, but they weren't heavy even to be bothersome. They are large, which I actually loved because it took away the need for other accessories. All I needed was that one gorgeous statement piece.

Anne Crystal Teardrops

Kenneth Jay Lane

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Usual Size: 2

Height: 5' 6"

Weight: 120lbs

Bust: 34C