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44 reviews
Broke halfway through wearing
I wasn't doing anything. It just fell off when I was standing still.
Nautilus Collar Necklace
Lele Sadoughi
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Birthday dress
I ordered a few dresses for my birthday trip to Epcot, and this was the winner! I love everything about this dress. The color, the way the skirt flares out, how flattering it is, etc. Highly recommend!
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Fit and Flare Mini Dress
Jewel x Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Nearly purchased
I sized up in the shirt because that was the only size available at the time, so it was a little more oversized than I would have liked. It’s elevated cozy. If I had my size when I rented, I probably would have bought it.
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Duffy Sweater
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
I wish I bought these
I sized down in the pants based on other reviews, and they fit perfectly. I’m short and was able to hike them up enough that they didn’t feel like they were too long. I almost bought them but hesitated because I wasn’t sure if I wanted to spend that much on what are essentially fancy leggings. However, given how much I would likely wear them, I went back to purchase after I sent them back. Unfortunately, the sale was over and the price went back up, so I’ll be watching them and will likely purchase if they go on sale again.
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Verdi Flare Knit Pants
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Size up if you’re busty
I love almost everything about this dress. The fabric is incredibly soft, but the button at my bust looked like it was hanging on for dear life, so I left it unbuttoned and wore a cami underneath. I’d probably rent again, just one size larger. I wore it to Thanksgiving dinner, and my family was saying I should buy it.
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Sleeveless Button Down Box Pleat Mini Dress
CeCe
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Perfect dress for Christmas Eve
I love the green color and how soft the velvet is, plus it hugged the curves just right. Sexy but still classy enough to wear to Christmas Eve service at church.
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Briar Mini Dress
Black Halo
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Safari so good
The only thing I didn’t like was how long the shorts were. However, I rolled them up and got a lot of compliments on my safari look for my trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
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Utility Romper
3.1 Phillip Lim
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Wildly cute
Showed off the curves just right and was a perfect fit for a trip to Disney’s animal kingdom theme park 🐆
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Leopard Print Utility Romper
Marissa Webb x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
I loved these pants; my husband hated them
My husband said these look like jincos, and he complained every time I wore them. However, they were so comfortable and I got so many compliments from other moms that I loved wearing them. In fact, the most stylish mom I know (she’s a fashion designer) complimented these pants and said I always am so fashionable. I was thrilled. I think the bottom line is that women love these but men don’t find them sexy at all. So I guess it depends on what you’re going for. They’re definitely baggier than I was expecting based on the picture, but I am fairly short. Perfect inseam length for petites. I love the color too.
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Silverado Carpenter Jeans
Rails
Size Worn: 30
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Soooo soft
The perfect fall sweater. Fits true to size.
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Duke Fair Isle Knit Top
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Lovely except the shedding
Beautiful color, gorgeous button details, soft fabric. Almost perfect. I loved it the entire time I wore it. But when I took it off, the black shirt I had for layering underneath looked magenta. I also noticed that furniture I sat on also had specks of pink on it. I’d still wear it again, but just be warned that you might want to keep a lint roller around.
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Turtleneck With Bauble Buttons
kate spade new york
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
The cutest sweater!
This is such a sweet and versatile sweater. I love the teddy bear. Looking at him just makes me smile. I styled this sweater in multiple different ways and loved them all. I wore it up north where it was cold, but I was also able to wear it to a kid’s birthday party in Florida. The fabric is so soft, and the other moms told me I always have the best style.
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Wool Bear Long Sleeve Collared Pullover Sweater
Polo Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Long for petites
This coat is hot! And I mean that in every sense of the word. I sized down and thought it fit great. The wide shoulder pads, yes, made my shoulders look more masculine, but combined with the cinched waist, it made me look more like an hourglass shape when I’m usually straight up and down with no defined waist, so I loved that. I loved the fabric and the color as well, and I received many compliments. It kept me warm and cozy. My only complaint would be that it was skimming the floor. Not sure it would work if I was any shorter than 5’1”.
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Double Breast Faux Suede Coat
WEWOREWHAT
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
In love
I loved everything about this dress. The faux leather was so soft, and it looked real. I got a ton of compliments on it, but I can’t believe I forgot to get a picture in it. I would definitely rent again!
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Mixed Media Mini Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Oversized arms
I would have loved this if the arms weren’t so huge. I feel like that made me look like a football player. I loved the color, fabric, and overall look of the dress otherwise. Maybe size down. If I owned it, I’d get the sleeves hemmed. I feel like they didn’t fall in the right place. Longer bell sleeves or shorter puff sleeves would have been better, but the volume of the sleeves and where it hit me on the arm just didn’t look right.
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Luz Mini Dress
Apiece Apart
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Baggy
This was more oversized than I expected, and it was very hot. When I say oversized, I mean width wise. It’s still somewhat cropped lengthwise. Beautiful button details and otherwise comfortable though. I recommend sizing down and only wearing where there’s air conditioning. My mistake was wearing it to an outdoor sporting event, and I was roasting.
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Boucle Texture Sweater
Rebecca Taylor
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Weird arm holes
Maybe this is because I’m busty, but the arm holes would NOT lay flat no matter how I pulled it. I love the look of it otherwise. The color is beautiful. I live in a warm climate but love fall fashion. I thought the fact this is sleeveless would make up for the fact it’s a turtleneck. I guess it kind of did, but the neck still bothered me. Too much material there. I feel like this would have been perfect if it was a mock neck or just a regular turtleneck that you didn’t need to fold over. But the extra fabric made my neck hot even if the rest of me wasn’t. I think it would be a good layering piece for people in colder climates, but then again I’m not sure how the belt would work with a jacket or coat over it. Also, I think the length was ok on me, maybe would have been better if it was a little longer. I don’t know how tall busty girls could wear this without it being a crop top.
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Tie Front Turtleneck Top
Toccin
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Pretty for a picnic
I had anticipated wearing this to an Oktoberfest party because I thought the pattern reminded me of the blue gingham I saw around Munich when I went there for Oktoberfest a few years ago. However, I had also rented another dress that was yellow gingham and had more of that dirndl shape. I wound up deciding to go with the other one instead, so I just wore this out to dinner with my family instead. My husband liked it a lot. I found it very flattering. However, it’s definitely more of a summer style than an October style.
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Atalie Gingham Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Loved even more than I thought I would
This is the perfect fall skirt when it’s not even cold yet. I wanted autumn vibes, but I live where it’s still hot and humid outside. This skirt fulfilled all my wishes. I’m sure you could pair with fleece leggings and boots if it’s cold where you are, but this was the perfect statement piece for fall without making me sweat. I found it more versatile than I expected and wore it doing errands and bringing my kids to school. The faux leather is so soft you’d think it was real, and I got a ton of compliments on it. Nice length for petites.
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Leather Midi Skirt
Saunders x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Fall in Florida
I love fall fashion and colors, but it’s still 80+ degrees in Florida. I loved how I could still feel like a fall fashionista without sweating to death. The fabric is light and airy, the middle panel snatches the waist, and it’s the perfect maxi length for petites. I paired it with smart sneakers and my Zero popcorn bucket as a purse and wore to Disney. I did not feel hot at all, and I stood out as one of the best dressed people there.
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Romy Dress
Staud
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Oktoberfest
Rented this for an Oktoberfest party. It was very flattering, made the girls look good, and it flowed beautifully when I moved. Plus, it was very comfortable. The price was so good that I decided to buy it. It will be my permanent Oktoberfest dress going forward!
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Gingham Daisy Seersucker Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
I dressed it down
I ordered three dresses for a formal party I was attending. Unfortunately, this was third place. I was so excited for it and sure this was going to be the one. I waited and turned notifications on so I could be sure I got this one. The others were backups of whatever was available. But then my husband didn’t like this dress. He liked the other two much better. I still liked the fabric and the embroidery and didn’t want the rental to go to waste, so I threw on a denim shirt on top along with some loafers, and I wore it to drop my kids off at school. A little sad this wasn’t the dream gown I had envisioned, but I made the most of it, and my son’s teacher said it was pretty.
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Embroidered Velvet High Low Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Runner up
I ordered a few dresses for a formal party I was attending. This was not AS stunning as the one I went with, but it was a close second, so I still wore it for a nice date night. It’s sexy yet comfortable. I did have to use boob tape to make sure I didn’t have a wardrobe malfunction. But it was easy to sit in, and I was able to eat without it feeling too tight. Interesting and unique material. A bit too long for me (I’m 5’1”), but the petite option in my size wasn’t available. If it was, this would have been perfect.
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Floral Metallic Jacquard Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Jessica Rabbit, eat your heart out
Quite possibly the sexiest dress I’ve ever put on in my life. I got it for a party and stood out as the sexiest one there. If you’re modest, this is not for you. It hugged my curves well, maybe a little tight in the ribs and a little loose in the chest. I didn’t wear a bra, but maybe it wouldn’t have felt so loose in the chest if I did. However, I would have looked indecent with a bra pushing the girls up even more lol. Also a bit long for my 5’1” height. I did have to hold it up to walk properly without tripping on it. I had 3” block heels on. I wish I could walk in taller stilettos without falling over. My husband couldn’t take his eyes off me all night.
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Fernanda Gown
Dress The Population
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Adorable until you have to pee
My husband said this is his favorite thing I’ve ever rented. It’s so cute, and I felt really confident wearing it. It’s sporty chic. But the buttons in the back are nearly impossible to do without help. I wore this running errands and going for a bike ride with the kids. However, I would never wear this for an extended period of time outside of the house. Every time I had to go to the bathroom, my husband had to help me with the buttons. If you are in a hurry and need to go right away, this could be a bad situation. Thankfully I didn’t have that problem, but I could see it being an issue. That said, I don’t care and would probably buy it anyway if I could afford it. I love it soooo much, and my husband was obsessed with how I looked in it.
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Tashi Romper
Rachel Antonoff
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Very demure
I think this would be a great Easter dress. I wore it in September, but I think the color would be better in the spring. Material felt very nice, and I think it was flattering. Maybe would have been better with a smaller chest because I would have preferred the seam to be at my waist, and it was just a little bit too high. Probably would have laid at the right spot if my bust did take up so much of the fabric.
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Short Sleeve Tweed Dress
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
The mullet of tops
Business in the front and party in the back. Sounds like a great idea but is a hot mess in reality. I LOVED the back. I can see why all the other reviews just showed this from the back. However, the front looks really weird because of the draping in the back and bulges out in a very unflattering way. I’m doing the lords work here and posting a picture of the front so you know what you’re getting into. It’s also huge, so size down if you still insist on trying it out. It kept falling off my shoulders and I was worried about a wardrobe malfunction, so I put a cami underneath to feel safer. Thank goodness I did because I definitely would have exposed myself otherwise. Just driving down the road, it completely fell off and was hanging over my elbows until I could get to a stoplight to fix it. I did get nice compliments on it though—I assume just for the back and not for the front.
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Cady Drapped Open-Back Vest
Nina Ricci
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Almost purchased
Glad I sized up in this one because it would have been too tight in my normal size. Good length on me but probably would be too short on anyone taller. I love the elevated casual look and was very seriously considering buying it. I still might if there is a good sale.
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Josi Denim Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Perfect date night dress but only for petites
I loved this dress for a date night with my husband. Super cute but doesn’t look like you’re trying too hard. Casual and elevated at the same time. The length was perfect on me at 5’1”, but I can’t imagine being able to wear this if you’re much taller.
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Ryan Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Perfect WFH top
I work from home, and I loved this top for Zoom calls. When I’m not in a meeting, I often wear leggings and a sports bra. This was handy to just throw on over my sports bra when I needed to hop on a Zoom. I sized up a couple sizes because I was worried about the buttons gaping with my large bust, but I think I probably overdid it and could have gone with my normal size or just one size up. That said, nobody could tell it was too big on Zoom anyway. I also wore it to a birthday party for one of my kids’ friends, and I was able to make it work for an elevated play date outfit. If I ever have to go into the office and be seen in person, I might consider renting this again and getting the matching pants too.
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Bodie Dickey Jacket
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Very nice but not outstanding
There’s nothing wrong with this dress. It’s a pretty color, nice material, flattering, and comfortable. I don’t know what it is, but it just didn’t knock my socks off like I was hoping it would. It’s beautiful, but I don’t think it has the “wow” factor some of the other dresses I’ve rented do. Rented this and another dress for a baby shower but went with the other dress for the official shower. Still wore this to a dinner we had with family while they were in town and got nice compliments.
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Dianah Midi Dress
BOSS
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Stunner
I have never received so many compliments on a dress before. I ordered it for my sister’s baby shower because I didn’t own anything pink and she’s having a girl (ironically she wore a blue dress 🤷🏻♀️). But I also wound up also wearing it to drop my kids off at school (was definitely the best dressed mom 🏆), to the grocery store, on zoom calls—pretty much any chance I could before I had to turn it back in. My husband joked that I really got my money’s worth out of this rental because I never wanted to take it off. The only issue was that one of the buttons kept popping open because I have a large bust.
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Lace Shirt Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Cute but not super practical
Probably my own fault for not fully understanding that this is a sweater. When I say it’s a sweater, I mean it’s a heavy knitted material that I would typically wear in winter. But it’s short sleeved. So it’s too hot to wear in summer but would be too cold to wear in winter. Might be a nice transitional option for fall or spring. I wore it with shorts to balance the heat. The other issue was the neckline kept flopping over on one side. I sized up based on reviews but probably could have used my typical size because I have a short torso. It is adorable though, and I wore it multiple times.
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Cricket Short Sleeve Sweater
Polo Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Worth the effort
Yes, the zipper sucks, and yes, the fabric is heavy, but it’s absolutely gorgeous once it’s on. I put it on backwards, zipped it up as best I could past the belt area which was the problem spot, then spun it around, pulled up the straps, and my husband zipped it the rest of the way. It showed a good amount of cleavage, which would have been fine going out on a date, for vacation, or a girls night. However, I wore it to my kids’ school and didn’t feel comfortable showing off the goods in front of the teachers and students, so I put a blouse on underneath and it was fine.
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Garden Toile Ebba Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Gorgeous fabric
The pattern and lace is so beautiful, and the cut of the dress is incredibly flattering. Possibly my favorite rental yet.
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India Printed Fit And Flare Mini Dress
Jewel x Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Oui oui!
It doesn’t look like much on the hanger or even when you first put it on, but once you start walking (or even better twirling), it flows so nicely and looks beautiful. Perfect maxi length with flats for petites.
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Tradi Pleated Gown
Claudie Pierlot
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
You Tarzan, me Jane
Reminded me of Jane from Disney’s Tarzan movie. Might order again for dapper day at Animal Kingdom as a Disney bound. Very poofy turn of the century style in the back.
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Natacha Dress
Alexis
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Felt huge, buttons still gaped
I ordered up, as suggested. Was way too big. No support at all for bust, yet the buttons still gaped. Pretty material and has pockets though.
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Button Up Linen Dress
Eudon Choi x RTR
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Casual and wrinkly
I don’t know why I thought this dress was going to be more formal-looking than it was. It would be great for an afternoon tea in a garden. Light and airy, but it wrinkles easily. My steamer could not get it looking like the photo. I wore it to my sister’s birthday, which was a fairly casual dinner at a nice restaurant, so it was good for that.
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Blue Floral Belted Dress
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E
Big bust poppin out
I did not have to wear a bra with this because it was very supportive. My girls looked like they were going to pop out the top, but my husband liked that. Lol! If you’re modest, size up. If you like the pushed up look, size down. I liked that there were snaps in addition to the buttons to help keep the dress closed. The buttons are a very pretty mother of pearl.
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Garden Tiles Mini Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34DDD/E