Barb's Reviews
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Very easy to wear dress. Comfortable and appropriate
I actually wore this dress to a funeral that had a purple theme. It was perfect for the occasion - pretty and subdued. It has a little stretch to it, so it's comfortable to wear all day. I tend to be more rectangular and not as much hourglass figure. I wore the 10 when often I wear an 8, because the waistline was tight on the 8. The bust was fine for me, but might be an issue for bustier ladies.
Talia Textured Dress
Boden
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B
Comfortable and so pretty!
This dress is stretchy and pretty, so comfortable and lots of compliments!!! The embroidery is really colorful and nice. Needs a racer-back or strapless bra.
Black Floral Wrapped Sheath
Parker
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Lovely! But best for an hourglass figure.
I loved this outfit! So cute and classy. However, the waistline is very unforgiving and I couldn't get it zipped. I think it's best for an hourglass or willowy figure.
Emma Jumpsuit
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Gorgeous print! Very tight, though.
This dress is so pretty - loved the thick fabric and the beautiful print. Perfect level of dress I was for an auction fundraiser. It has very little stretch, though, and is small in strange places. I could hardly get the sleeves of the size 8 over my hands! I ended up wearing the 10, and it was very tight in the shoulders. I think this is a good dress for my willowy sisters - it's a bit tight for those of us with a more athletic build.
Prairie Floral Fitted Dress
Cynthia Rowley
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Pretty and comfortable!
This dress is very easy and comfortable, while still looking put-together and flattering. I paired it with black tights, boots, and cardi for a holiday party. It's very forgiving, and the material is somewhat stretchy. Just a note that the sluts in the shoulders will show your bra straps - might want to go strapless.
Coral Paloma Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful dress, but hourglass shape required!
This dress is just gorgeous and very well made. I've rented a DVF wrap dress before that for well. However, that one had some stretch, and this one does not. I tend to be pear-shaped with a small bust, and the top just hung off me. I looked like I could fit a couple of water balloons in there! This one is for the busty ladies with small waists.
Blue Katina Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfectly glamorous and comfortable!
This dress is super comfortable and very flattering. The fabric has give, but isn't super tight. The sequins are understated but still festive. It's fully lined, which gives it a sleek look. If you hate shape wear like I do, this dress is for you! I ordered a 6 and an 8. Both sizes actually fit and we're comfortable, but the 8 was just a tad roomier. I tend to be thicker around the waist but not busty. I wore a regular bra, and there are even little snaps to hold your straps in place. I would have loved to keep this dress!
Reba Dress
Elie Tahari
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
So comfortable!
I wore this for a "Cowboy Ball" and it was perfect for the theme. I loved how warm and comfy it was (wintertime event). You can wear a regular bra with it. I struggled a bit with the accessorizing - I think it needs a fancier pair of boots and bare legs, but it was cold and I had to go with what I had in footwear :) Altogether, I loved this dress and would absolutely rent it again.
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Teal Napa Knit Dress
Parker
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Pretty! But clear, not white.
I don't know how I missed this, but these are clear, not white. So they really don't stand out that much. Very pretty and subtle sparkle, but better for a daytime event than evening glam.
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Danielle Crackle Earrings
Kendra Scott
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
So comfortable and flattering!
I didn't end up wearing this to the event because it was my backup style, and I loved the main style (Rachel Zoe Eyelash Shift) which fit my event theme a little better. But this dress is incredibly flattering and comfortable. I would definitely rent it for a holiday party. The fabric is stretchy and the cut is very flattering. I'm a bit boxy and carry my weight in the mid-section, and this gave me an actual waist. The vee neck is fairly deep and the skirt short, which give it some sexiness without going over-the-top. I was able to wear a regular bra with it. Really practical and pretty.
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Diving In Deep Dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Amazing dress!!! Fun, flattering, and practical.
OMG I loved this dress so much. Wore it to a "couture" themed event and definitely stood out. I got a lot of compliments. I ordered an 8 and a 10 because I tend to carry weight in my mid-section and feared it would be tight in the middle. But the 8 was plenty roomy, because the fit is more a-line than fitted. I didn't even try on the 10. The dress is super comfortable. Fully-lined and the white part is sequined too, so it's not see-through at all. I was able to wear a regular racerback bra.
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Eyelash Shift
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Very pretty earrings!
I didn't end up wearing these to the event because I found a pair that complimented my dress better, but these were super cute. They're heavy clip-ons, but not uncomfortable. I was just worried that one would come off during the evening and get lost.
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Galactic Glam Earrings
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
I got SO many compliments on the dress!
Even though I'm more of a medium size, I ended up wearing the small. The draping looked a little baggy around the midsection on the medium. I carry my weight in my tummy area, so I did need spanx to avoid that "baby bump" look which the draping can accentuate if you're not careful. The dress is super comfortable. I was attending and helping with a charity gala and was moving around and on my feet almost all evening - the dress was perfect for that.
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London Tower Dress
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B