Samantha's Reviews
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Floral and Formal
This was a backup style but I preferred it to the original dress I chose. I tend to think of florals as less formal, but something about the style of this dress elevated the look. I felt statuesque, which is not something that happens often to my 5’4 self. I paired with 3 inch heels and it was a great length. The dress was comfortable and I could get around easily in it — perfect for a function I was working. I would rent this again.
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Noir Wildflower Kayla Gown
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Lightweight and flowy
This dress was great for a formal, but not black tie event. The material is very light so this is perfect for a summertime event. As I wore it in early spring, I needed a wrap to stay warm outside and occasionally in the venue. It’s also very slippery, so hilariously I couldn’t keep my napkin on my lap during dinner. The dress was easy to walk in. The length was just right and I was able to wear 3 inch heels.
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Delphine Gown
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
V for Victory
I. Love. This. Dress. The “V” detail on front is striking and draws the eye. The color of the dress is a beautiful vibrant blue. It is strapless but I didn’t feel exposed, nor did I have to constantly adjust the top. With shape wear underneath (which I found necessary) it was difficult to use the restroom and I found that I needed to practically take the whole thing off. I would recommend shape wear you don’t need to remove entirely to relieve yourself. (Lesson learned for me!) Overall, great dress and I would rent this again in a heartbeat.
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Strapless Origami Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6P
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Lovely, but not perfect
This was a great look for the black tie event I attended, however the fit was a little off. I’m 5’4 and got the Petite because I didn’t want to wear high heels. In kitten heels, the bottoms still pooled on the floor. The top was interesting. I thought there was a wire in it or something to give it shape. There isn’t. I used some dress tape to keep the “flap” up in the place I wanted. Last consideration was using the restroom. Like most jumpsuits, I needed to practically get naked in the stall. I did look great so no complaints there!
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Pleated Jumpsuit
One33 Social
Size Worn: 6P
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
“Dress of the Night”
Multiple people at my spouses work function stopped me to tell me how much they loved this dress and I couldn’t agree more. It’s gorgeous, unique, and really stood out from the crowd. The zipper was a little sticky, so it took me a bit to get it on, but once it was zipped, the dress was surprisingly comfortable. I’m usually wary of strapless styles, but this one stayed perfectly in place with no slipping or worries about a wardrobe malfunction. The color is vibrant and eye-catching (especially flattering for my fellow deep autumns!). I honestly wish I didn’t have to return it—I’d wear this dress again and again if I could
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Judah Scallop Pleated Dress
AMUR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Too small in the chest
I felt like a stuffed sausage, even in a size up from my normal size. This was very tight around my chest and produced a little muffin top situation under my armpits. I do have a little more breast tissue there than some gals (makes mammograms really fun) and this dress just accentuated that in a non-flattering way. The material, flow, and look of the dress is so pretty though. I was disappointed it didn’t work for me.
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Belle Dress
AMUR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Not for me (or possibly anyone with boobs)
I absolutely hated the way the top of this dress looked on me. The wrap/strap things could not sit right for any amount of time and I soon as I moved they curled around my boobs. It wasn’t flattering or comfortable. I think this would be a gorgeous dress on someone with a smaller bust.
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Wrapped Around Gown
Zac Posen
Size Worn: 6P
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Couldn’t zip it up
I am pretty reliably a size 6 but I couldn’t zip this dress over my rib cage. Too bad as it is very pretty.
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Matte Brocade Dress
Ieena for Mac Duggal
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Great dress. Be sure you have dress tape and pins
This dress is lovely but as others have said, very loose on top. I ended up discretely clipping the straps together to stop them from falling down constantly. That said, the rest of the rest fit true to size and the material is beautiful. This wasn’t my first, or second pick, but the dresses I rented first didn’t work for me. (Thanks to RtR for hoping on sending me a replacement!) However I would happily rent this dress again.
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Floral Metallic Jacquard Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
A little hard to maneuver in but so flattering
This is a beautiful dress - more so in person as the magenta flowers are very vibrant. That said, the skirt is tight around the legs so I had to be careful getting in and out of cars and getting anything from the ground (including putting my shoes). Overall a great dress for a somewhat less than formal (but still fancy) event. I would rent this again!
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Embroidered Lace Sheath
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Flattering draping and a unique color
I wore this to a formal affair that was also a literary costume party. I knew I wanted to be Robin Hood so I was on the hunt for a green or brown dress. This one fit the bill perfectly. The slit was a little more pronounced than I was expecting (and meant I couldn’t wear my go-to shape-wear) but it added a bit of sex appeal to the dress. The length was a slight bit long even in 3 inch heels. Overall, great dress. Maybe a little more revealing than I was expecting but in a flattering way.
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Kinley Gown
Nicholas
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Eye catching and comfortable!
I’ve always thought I was too curvy to pull off a jumpsuit but took a “risk” and chose this as a second style and I’m so glad I did. I received compliments all night. The sequins elevates the jumpsuit to a more formal look - perfect for the event I was attending. I decided to pair with some simple pops of red because you truly can’t complete with this many sequins. The deep neckline necessitated the right kind of bra and the application of some dress tape for me but that has hardly a bother to feel so confident walking into the room in this smashing outfit.
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Asandra Sequin Jumpsuit
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6P
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect for a less formal formal event
The event didn’t call for a full out ballgown formality but still on the formal side and this dress fit the bill perfectly. The blue color is more vibrant that shows up in photos. I The high neckline is conservative/modest but the fabric keeps the dress from being plain. I received many compliments throughout the night. One problem: I am 5’4 but the regular length wasn’t available in my size so I got the long. Even in 4 inch heels, it was too long (but that’s my fault because I waited too long to rent - lesson learned!). Other than that, it fit very well. I would definitely recommend this dress to anyone looking for a less formal looking formal dress.
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Raven Gown
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Didn’t work for me
This was shipped to me when the dress I rented became unavailable. I think the next size up would have been better. I’m usually a 6 and received a size Small. Thankfully the backup size for the original dress fit.
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Mason Jumpsuit
Dress The Population
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Photographs well but stunning in person
I don’t usually feel comfortable in spaghetti straps but I waited to long to rent a dress and this was one of the few options left. I’m so glad I took a chance on it. It is beautiful, especially in person. The gold thread in the fabric is eye catching and I felt glamorous. The dress was true to size and I didn’t even try on my backup size. I did tape the dress down on my bust to ensure there were no wardrobe malfunctions. I would definitely rent this dress again!
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Merlot Floral Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Glamours and Classic
This dress was so elegant. Perfect for a formal event and with POCKETS! The high/low hemline made the gown feel formal without causing me to step on it all night.
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Teal Cross Back High Low Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful dress - Pretty in pictures but glamorous in person.
This dress is absolutely lovely. The official photographer at the event called it "the dress is the night." I wore it while working the event and was comfortable the whole time. IT HAS POCKETS which made my job so much easier. I felt very glamorous in the dress, while still looking professional. It fit very well. I was concerned about it dragging on the floor but the length was perfect. (I'm 5'4 & wore 2.5 inch heels) The color is more vibrant in person than shows up in pictures. Recommend!
Cobalt High Low Gown
LM Collection
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect for a fall family wedding
This dress was perfect for a fall family wedding. It is classy but still flirty with the ruffled skirt. The color popped in a room full of dark blue and black dresses. I paired it with a bib necklace and silver heals to make it more formal, but it could easily be dressed down for a less formal event. I usually wear a size 6 but based on other reviews, I chose to size up for my back up size. I could have worn the 6, but the 8 looked much better. I recommend sizing up for this dress. I also recommend some shape wear to smooth everything out.
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Cranberry Alexis Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
This dress is lovey and just different enough to be striking!
The color of this gown is eye catching, and the fit was perfect for me. This dress is just about backless so (1) definitely get your dress tape ready and (2) I couldn't wear a bra and would recommend silicone cups if you don't want visible nipple-age. I got a lot of compliments on the dress which I wore to a black-tie work function.
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Red Ruffle Crossback Gown
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
This dress is beautiful and I felt elegant in it!
The dress seems to run small. I ended up wearing my back up size (the larger of the two) and it was still somewhat tight around my ribs. It was also a little on the long side, I think because I needed to size up. The color is more turquoise than shows up in pictures. It is a very lovely dress. One word of advice: If you have any sort of bust, invest in dress tape to keep the top up!
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Turquoise Hudson Gown
Laundry by Shelli Segal
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Beautiful, surprise dress!
This dress was not my first choice, but when my first choice became unavailable, RTR shipped this dress instead. It fit perfectly, it was completely comfortable, and the sparkles really made me feel glamourous. I received a number of complements on the dress throughout the evening and was able to dance the night away. It was a wonderful surprise dress!
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Midnight Swirl Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
I felt like Jessica Rabbit or a James Bond heroine at a formal event at a museum.
This dress fit like a dream. The material is somewhat stretchy, but not clingy so it hides (not highlight) any bumps and lumps you might have. I'm not exaggerating when I say that I teared up when I packed up the dress. I haven't loved a garment this much since my wedding dress.
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Green Constellation Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D