Melissa's Reviews
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Runs small
The dress is pretty in person, I like the shoulder pads. It’s more copper than gold. Unfortunately the fit was so small on me I couldn’t zip it all the way — very tight under the arms & in the chest. The sleeves down to the wrist were very snug too. The slit is extremely high on someone my height. Overall was not able to wear it.
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Kiera Sequin Column Gown
Dress The Population
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32DD
Classy & sexy
This dress is classy but still sexy. The open back is very attractive. I wore a backless strapless bra with it and had no problems. I received several compliments & while I stopped in a swanky little boutique, the owner complimented it & said she could tell the lace was expensive. So it definitely shows as good quality. The only difficulty I had was with the zipper, it stuck & I almost couldn't wear it, but thankfully I managed to get it zipped up just in time. I felt that the fit was a little big but I was probably in between sizes because the smaller would have been too fitted for the event I was attending. Overall it's a very nice, eye-catching dress.
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Lace It Back Sheath
MSGM
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34B
Not heavy at all, I was pleased!
I wore these with the Elizabeth and James 'Just Meshing Around' dress & they really helped pull the outfit together. Even though they're detailed, they're quite elegant. Not heavy at all, which I was very pleased about....no problems wearing them all night!
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Crystal Castles Earrings
Cara Accessories
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34B
Even cuter in person!
This dress is even cuter in person. I was worried about it being too long because I'm not exactly tall, but it hit well above the knee to still look sexy. It runs a bit, small - I'm glad I read the reviews and ordered up from my usual size. The 4 was snug but not too small. I am 5'3", 120 lbs & wear 34B bra. Unfortunately the zipper stuck when I was getting dressed so I couldn't zip it up all the way, but the cut of the dress (along with the length of my hair) allowed me to pull it off. The meshing on the sides won't allow for a regular bra - so you either have to go braless or pick up one of the strapless/backless deals. I went with the latter option which worked perfectly since the dress is so snug, it helped hold the bra in place. I would suggest a very thin pair of seamless underwear or....commando. The material is thick enough so it's not see-thru. Overall very swanky and I received many compliments. Great party dress, I'd wear it again.
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Just Meshing Around Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34B
I didn't find them to be worth renting
I should start by saying I'm a huge fan of RTR so this review is nothing against them or their brilliant service. In regards to the earrings, I didn't find them worth renting as they also require a $5 insurance fee so they were $20 - which isn't terrible but I didn't feel like they were of the greatest quality. Additionally, they were so heavy and hung at an odd angle on my ear that I wasn't even able to wear them.
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Gold Glitter Chandelier Earrings
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B
VERY cute dress, cut narrow
Unfortunately this didn't work out as it was too small in the chest and shoulder area. Otherwise it's an adorable dress and the details are very cute!
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Wilshire Boulevard Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B
Sexy and Stylish
I wore this little number to celebrate my birthday and received many compliments from men and women alike. It fit perfectly AND was comfortable. How often does that happen? I also appreciated being able to wear a regular bra with it. I found that it ran true to size. The only inconvenience is having to undress to use the restroom but that's a small price to pay for looking so swanky.
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Back in Action Romper
Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32DD
even prettier in person
this dress is an eye-catcher, the colors are vibrant but not loud. it looks beautiful with a nice tan. I rented it for a concert but ended up wearing it to a party & received many compliments. I usually wear a S but this ran a little big so the XS fit well. would rent it again!
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Mosaic Caftan Dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32DD
very fun dress, runs large
this dress is very fun in person, the sequins are all different colors. however I was unable to wear it because it was much too big and baggy. I normally wear an XS in Mark + James but I tried a S in this dress and it ran big. I would recommend getting your usual size and one down.
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Mini Sequin Pixie Dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32DD
eye catcher
I loved this dress even more when I saw it in person & tried it on. it catches the eye but it's not flashy. the only thing that's a little funny is the waistline but it doesn't take away from the dress or the overall fit. I received a lot of compliments & felt great in it all night.
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Pink Bella Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32DD
Pretty dress
The detail on this dress is beautiful but it's not exactly a show stopper. The material isn't the best; I did appreciate the overall quality though. It runs a little large in the mid-section -- that's just the style/cut of the dress..don't expect it to be form fitting. The stylist recommended size 2 (4 for back up) - think I could have gone with a 0. It looked lovely for the occasion but I wouldn't rent it again.
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Mexicana Poncho Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32DD
Drive Everyone Crazy
This was a great party dress, I felt like a million bucks. The front plunges pretty low for a regular bra, so I had to use some Hollywood Tape to keep my bra in place. I wore a racerback and had to tie my bra straps together in the back too, to keep them from showing. But that's really it, otherwise it fit like a glove and was comfortable. Very complimentary for a curvy figure. I received many compliments. I usually wear a 4-6 in Nicole Miller, anywhere from a 0-4 in BCBG and an XS-S in Mark & James, just to give you an idea as to how this one fits..it did run a bit large. Overall, I loved it and would rent it again.
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Drive Him Crazy Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 122lbs
Bust: 32DD