Michelle's Reviews
All reviews by Michelle
TOP CONTRIBUTORTOP CONTRIBUTOR
36 reviews
Statement earrings, elegant and fun
These are very cool earrings; the metal fringe is on both the front part of the earring (attached to the post) and on the back (attached to the earring back). It makes for a lovely piece with lots of movement, and very comfortable to wear - not heavy at all.
Member Fit Notes

Naya Earrings
DEMARSON
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Gorgeous dress, beautiful fit
This was my favorite dress I’ve worn in a long time. It fit beautifully, the fabric was vibrant, and it was very easy to wear (normal bra, very comfortable) and I got a ton of compliments.
Member Fit Notes

Embroidered Lace Sheath
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 20R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Charming dress, easy to wear, and pockets!
This dress fit great and had a little bit of a fun 50s vibe. The wrap is constructed in a way that everything stayed covered, top and bottom. Would happily wear again.
Member Fit Notes

Diagonal Wrap Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Pretty light silk top
Nice fit, a little ruffle on sleeves balanced by simple v neck line. Cute for work or everyday. Nice silk. Pretty spring/summer colors I wear a 14 and the XL was just right

Primrose Combo Blouse
Parker
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Pretty colors, soft fabric...not a knockout but nice for every day wear
This top fits as it looks like in the photos. It's a conservative cut and print. The ribbed fabric is light and soft and looked cute with jeans and flats. The hues were more pastel-y than they appeared to me in the photo, and I didn't love that. While the fabric was comfy, it got a little saggy with wear and while I felt like I was wearing something new, it didn't feel special. There is a Tory Burch Sport top on RTR that has a similar cut and style but the fabric feels much higher quality and the colors are more vibrant. It was fine for when I wore it but I won't be renting it again.
Member Fit Notes

Agent Sweater
Trina Turk
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Matronly and small
This was a size larger than I normally wear and it was way too small. Just none of it worked on me.
Member Fit Notes

Striped Oregon Top
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Fit was fine, unflattering style for me
These pants were a medium weight khaki color, with stretch. The rise was high, at the natural waist. They would probably be cute on someone, but unflattering on me, especially in belly area and hips.
Member Fit Notes

Camel Tailored Pants
Trina Turk
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Versatile, stylish, comfy jacket
Wish I could afford to buy this jacket, as I wore it all fall and into the winter. It's cropped and open in the front, not quite full arm length, which made for a really flattering fit. I wore it mostly with jeans, but also pants and dresses. It was heavy enough to wear as a coat in the fall, nice wool and lining. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Member Fit Notes

Camel Collar Jacket
KAUFMANFRANCO
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Super fun dress for a party
This dress was a winner for the party I was going to. I never wear things like this, so it was a great RTR experience. I got this in the NYC store and they only had sizes a bit larger than what I needed. I wear a 14 usually and probably needed a 16 in this, but took the 18 and it worked. I wore it over a long sleeved black tee, black tights, and black ankle boots. I felt great! The sequins do appear a different shade of blue when you rub them the wrong way, so if that bothers you you might not like it. Overall, I loved wearing this and would rent again.
Member Fit Notes

Denim Sequin Shift
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Just a little too snug, but fun style
I rented this to wear on vacation in Italy. The style was great but it was just a little too snug for me to wear, especially in the belly. Nice thick, stretchy fabric, good colors, love the color blocking. Would have been flattering if the sizing worked for me.
Member Fit Notes

Vertical Block Turtleneck
Tory Sport
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Nice basic with interesting pattern, for work or date
I wore this with jeans and a black leather jacket for a date night and it was fun and casual. Will also wear with black pants or skirt for work, with a cardigan or blazer, and that will be great, too. I bought it after the first wear bc I could tell I'd wear it a lot and the price was right.
Member Fit Notes

Snakeskin Tank Top
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Cute cozy sweater, runs small
This is cut small but based on reviews I sized up and it worked great. I am a 14 and wore XXL in this. It was soft and cozy and the color block style was fun. Great with skinny jeans and black ankle boots. Wore in Italy with a black leather jacket and felt great.
Member Fit Notes

Nolan Sweater
VEDA
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Fun pattern, easy to wear
Really fun pattern with a 70's feel makes this work basic more interesting and enjoyable to wear. I wore it untucked with jeans for everyday and navy pants for work. Loose fit but not boxy. Wore it several times on Unlimited and then bought it.
Member Fit Notes

Printed Jess Top
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Pretty fabric, beautiful tailoring. Pockets!
This dress ran a little bit bitter than others from this designer. I am usually a 14, wore a 16 in a different LK Bennett, so ordered the 16 in this one, too, and it would have been more flattering in the 14. But the fabric was vibrant and great quality, the neckline and hemline were conservative - which was what I was looking for - and the whole thing was just very pretty. Lightweight fabric with good lining, covered zipper. I wore it all day: sitting, standing, walking, hosting an open house for 100+ and it was so comfortable I didn't even feel like getting out of it at the end of the day.
Member Fit Notes

Kaleigh Blue Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Pretty top but not flattering on me
I thought I would love this but it wasn't great. I got it in a L. XL probably would have been the right size for me, but based on what I saw, I don't think I'm going to try it in that size either. It was very blousy in the midsection, tight on the hips, and a little tight on the arm. I wouldn't want it any bigger in the midsection, so will pass on this one. Fabric was probably good quality (I would hope so given the retail price!) but it just didn't seem special to the touch or eye.
Member Fit Notes

Silver Draped Top
KAUFMANFRANCO
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Great dress, just not the right shape for me
Wish this dress had worked but it was a little too small for me, and this was the largest size. If it's your size and suits your shape, it's a great dress. The fabric is super stretchy and thick so would be very flattering and comfortable. And, pockets!
Member Fit Notes

Colorblock Mya Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Flattering wrap, easy to wear, fun fabric
I loved this dress and wore it to my father's birthday celebration while on vacation. The fabric was a great summer weight. The wrap had no issues with opening at the bottom and had plenty of room to cover everything. I used tape on the top to keep it in place in the chest and that worked great. It's navy fabric with red and yellow flowers, white trim, and some graphic pattern, too. Easy to accessorize. Could be work with a sweater wrap or jacket to dress up or down. I'm usually a 14 and sized down to 12 - it was the right fit.
Member Fit Notes

Floral Grotto Wrap Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Cute casual denim skirt, just too short for my taste
The skirt was cute and fit well and true to size. (I'm a 14 and it fit right at waist and hips.) the scallops are a little cutesy for my taste, but it was the length that made me send it back. It wasn't super short, but hit me about 3 inches above the knee (I'm 5-7), just too short for my taste. Fabric is stretchy and comfortable, and the buttons didn't pull.

Scallop A Line Denim Skirt
Draper James X ELOQUII
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Fun, casual poncho with desssy/sexy details
Super fun to wear this on vacation by the water. The one shoulder style made it a little flirty, eve though it's full coverage. Pom Pom detail very cute. Material is stretchy and smooth. Full coverage underneath from a built in tank. Loved and would rent again. True to size. I wear a 14 and the XL was just right. L may also have worked.

Pomona Top
Trina Turk
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Gorgeous color and style, versatile
Wore this beautiful Kendra Scott necklace 3 tines already: once over white linen, once over a colorful floral, and once with a deep v wrap dress. Color is beautiful, quality is great, and the adjustable length makes it perfect. I'll keep it for a while.

Red Eva Necklace
Kendra Scott
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Pretty colors, great fit, light fabric
This colorful silk top was perfect with navy pants for a work conference. I sized down to a 12 and it fit great. Flutter sleeves make it not quite sleeveless, and the way the top was constructed it camouflaged bumpy areas. Subtle nipped waist was flattering. It seemed like it was getting a little bit worn out, but not frayed or damaged or anything. Just worn (and dry cleaned) a lot.

Tulip Print Top
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Pretty shirt, but didn't flatter my shape.
Sail to Sable Blue Gingham Top, size L. This shirt is pretty on the hanger but doesn’t do much for me. Returned it right away so I can get something I love. I think what I didn’t like about it is that with a peplum bottom, I’d like to have a nipped waist. The cut of this is straight down until the peplum. The fabric is very nice, good quality, silky, with a nice heavy zipper in the back.

Blue Gingham Top
Sail to Sable
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Cool, fashion forward culotte - too small for me
Sent these back unworn. I had my fingers crossed they would work, but they only go up to a 12 and it was a long shot as I'm a 14. While I could get them zipped, they just didn't look good on me...especially where the side seam pockets poofed out. If you are a true 12, give them a try. The fabric is nice and thick, and the way they are constructed is really unique and could be very flattering. The intended look is kind of the shape of an A-line skirt but in a culotte. Work appropriate if fashion forward is okay at your workplace.
Member Fit Notes

Navy City Stretch Culotte
Tibi
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Great summer dress if you can swing the low V!
I wore to a nice dinner date with my husband on vacation in Los Angeles. Based on RTR reviews, I got a 12 (I am usually a 14) and it was the right fit. Pros: Light, flowy fabric with a beautiful pattern. Black straps had cute pompom detail. Low v neckline (very low!) was flattering. Empire waist and full skirt made it very comfortable and easy over the hips. Cons: It's extremely low cut and showed too much boob for me, so I wore a black v-neck bodysuit underneath and that worked great. The only other con is that the straps aren't adjustable; the length worked for me so it wasn't an issue.
Member Fit Notes

Floral Sasha Dress
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Gold wire earrings, great for a funky and dressy look
I wore these earrings with the Hunter Bell Sasha dress and they were a great addition to the outfit. They are quite long; I'm 5' 7" and the reached down almost to my shoulders. But, the wire is thin, the chains at the bottom are delicate, and the leaves are kind of fluttery. Loved wearing these earrings and would get them again. Note: from the online photo I thought the leaves had some color, but everything was gold.
Member Fit Notes

Delicate Plie Earrings
Ettika
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Chunky chain, not as adjustable as I'd hoped
I go this lariat necklace to wear with a very low cut dress. The chain was chunkier than I had pictured, which was cute but not exactly the look I was going for. I would have worn it, though, if it had truly been as adjustable as I'd imagined. I wanted the bottom of the lariat to hit at a certain spot, right at my sternum, but in order to do that, I had to adjust the clasp so much that it no longer hung at the center of the back of my neck. It sort of reached all the way around the side of my neck in order for the front of the necklace to hang right, and that looked really weird. So I returned without wearing.
Member Fit Notes

Gold Charm Link Lariat
Rebecca Minkoff Accessories
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Casual, cool, nice fabric, easy to wear
I wore this top several times, most recently for the 4th of July. Really enjoyed wearing it with cropped jeans. Would also be cute with white jeans or a denim skirt. Pros: great quality embroidery and fabric. High slide slits makes it easy to wear untucked over jeans. Cons: pretty boxy fit and longer length means I could find flattering bottoms to wear it with EXCEPT for the jeans pictured. But I did love it with that. Also, there is a small chain at the back of the neck that sometimes caught my hair. Overall, loved this and would rent again.

Stripes and Triangles Shirt
Carven
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Beautiful color, easy to wear, go dressy or casual
I rented this to wear on vacation in California and it was a winner. Pros: beautiful color. Easy to pair with heels and dressy top or casual sneaks or sandals with a tee. The wrap stayed closed so no malfunctions. I like the below the knee length. Cons: wrinkles easily so needs to be ironed or steamed before wearing and doesn't look crisp at the end of the day. There is a lot of tacked pleating along the high waist, so you need to choose a top that works with that: either a short top or one that looks good tucked in. NOTE: Runs large. I am a 14 and the 12 fit perfectly. I'll wear it again before returning and will rent again.

Sunshine Wrap Skirt
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Didn't wear - too tight in waist
Cute pants. I wear a 14 and had hoped the 12 would work, but alas, no. The waist was too tight. Cute high waisted style, though. Flowy full crop legs, lightweight, pink seersucker fabric. Would be cute with a short top that shows off the waist, or something tucked in, with fun sneakers or sandals.
Member Fit Notes

Natalie Pants
Milly
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Really pretty top, unusual details - just didn't fit
This was a really pretty top. The colors and cut were interesting and wearable. The little wrap piece across the front is such a nice touch. Unfortunately, it was just a little too snug in the hips so I didn't wear it.
Member Fit Notes

Multi Foulard Wrap Top
Opening Ceremony
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Pretty but missing something
This is a maxi dress with pleats on the bottom and a loose top with a tie at the waist. It felt comfortable and looked OK, but wasn't special enough for me to take it on vacation or want to keep it. It also seemed to run a little big. I am a size 14, and the Large was too roomy on me. Finally, it looks like it has tank shaped sleeves, my regular bra strap kept showing on the sides.Returned without wearing.

Hansel Combo Maxi
Parker
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Pretty floral for work or everyday
This is a versatile silk top ( polyester lining). Dark green with coral/pink/red flowers and navy leaves. (Colors would be good for fall in a warm climate.) The deep V is flattering and covers all. I’m wearing a regular bra. It has ruffly cap sleeves and peplum, but to me it doesn't feel overly frilly or ruffly, perhaps because of the colors. Forgiving at midsection. I’m wearing it now to go out for a work meetup with polished navy ankle length pants. Would be nice with white or bright solid bottoms or nice jeans, too.

Floral Antia Top
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 36C
Pretty and feminine without being frilly
I liked this very much but am returning it for a smaller size. It was a little boxy and since I had room I'm going to try the smaller fit. Looked great with dressy jeans or slim pants.
Member Fit Notes

Sketched Sanne Tank
Cooper & Ella
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Really pretty color, easy to carry, room for what I needed
This bag was a stylist add-on and it was perfect for my event. It was a really pretty dark blue, sort of iridescent. I removed the long handle to use it as a clutch and it was very easy to carry. I had my phone, money, ID, lipstick, keys, etc., and it fit it all easily and still kept a nice silhouette. Would definitely get this again.
Member Fit Notes

Indigo Karima Clutch
Christian Siriano Handbags
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
Fun colors, easy to wear, stood out from the crowd
This dress was a replacement for my original order, and I'm so glad I got it. I wore to an outdoor evening event for my college reunion and it was great. The top is a little big but I was able to make it work. (If you need a supportive bra this may or may not work for you.) The empire waist and flowy bottom makes it super comfy and easy to move, dance, sit, stand in. Would happily wear it again - might try one size down from my usual.
Member Fit Notes

Striped Goldie Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C
I wore this to a school gala - fun and feminine but not flashy.
The dress fit perfectly. It was super comfortable, with a soft, thick, stretchy fabric. It was lined so still had good coverage. Great for a spring or summer event.
Member Fit Notes

Graphic Floral Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 36C