Janelle's Reviews
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Fabulous earrings, perfect color!
The picture is blurry, but I think it is the best one to show the bright red color of the stones. They matched my dress perfectly, and I loved having the extra sparkle. They weren't too heavy, even though they were pretty long. My only issue was the plastic backs. They seemed old, and the one even cracked in half.
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Rose Leaf Earrings
Janis Savitt
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Perfect for a wine tour in California!
My friends took me out on a wine tour in California for my birthday, and with the warm weather, this dress was perfect! I loved the pattern, and I was excited to rent my first maxi dress. I will say that if there was an XL, it may have been the more comfortable size. Also, the material makes the dress really static-y when it comes out of the garment bag. Make sure to have a dryer sheet on hand for a quick and easy fix! (I didn't, so some of the pictures just look like I'm wearing a jumpsuit.)
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Floral Ruffle Getaway Maxi
Parker
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Fun for a summer night!
I rented this as a gift for a friend (the girl in the picture). Normally she's a 4, but the 6 was the only one available over 4th of July weekend. She wore the dress out to a party, and had a ton of fun that night! The color is gorgeous, and the lace is very comfortable.
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Island Breeze Shift
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Gorgeous earrings!
I wore these earrings as added details and they ended up being the favorite part of my outfit! They were medium-weight, but still comfortable after a long night. The post backs definitely helped. Would definitely recommend these and any other Alexis Bittar styles!
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Elements Fern Drop Earring
Alexis Bittar
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Glamorous and fun! Absolutely LOVE this dress!!
I wore this to Cornell Fashion Collective's annual runway show. I rented both the 10 and 12. The 10 fit, but I wore the 12 for the extra length, as I knew I would be on my feet all night. The elastic waist and the loose dolman sleeves made the dress comfortable, and I loved the gold shimmer. I got a ton of compliments and would recommend this dress to anyone!
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Gold On The Rocks Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Comfortable and trendy!
Overall, the dress fit well. There was a decent amount of stretch in the fabric, which made it very comfortable to wear. I chose not to wear this dress because the zipper was extremely stubborn when I tried it on. I would not have had my friends' help to zip me into the dress when I needed them. Also, the middle seam fell just above my natural waist, and so the peplum was a little higher than I expected. Not the most flattering silhouette for my figure.
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Rumor Says Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Great color, but definitely worn before.
I rented this to add a pop of color to an interview outfit. The pink is a little brighter (more fluorescent) than the picture, but still very pretty. Unfortunately, I had to return it because there were noticeable scratches on the stones.
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Pink Stone Blaze Necklace
Adia Kibur
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Pretty dress, ran VERY small
The dress was very pretty, and I loved the style of a tight-fitting sheath with flow-y sleeves. However, I had to return it because both sizes were too small. Definitely order a size or two up! One more note: the dress "sheds" sparkles and sequins. I kept finding them all over the floor of my room even a week after I had returned the dress.
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Sequin Bell Sleeve Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Great casual dress. Loved the bright print!
I wore this dress to class, just because I wanted to dress things up for a change. I got a lot of compliments, especially amidst all the people in their sweatpants and hoodies. Normally I wear a 10, but I rented the 12 because the 10 was not available. The top is a really comfortable stretch fabric, but the bottom didn't really have any stretch at all. I indicated that the dress ran small because the bottom was tight around my hips/upper thighs even though I ordered a larger size. The lining on the skirt tended to pucker out at the bottom, which was a little annoying. Also, the belt shown in the RTR photo was missing when I received my order, but I made due with the white belt in my photo. Other than that, I was happy with this rental, and would encourage others to give this dress a try!
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Flower Power Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Great deal! Definitely completed my outfit!
Good basic pair of sheer black tights for the price. Fit well (I ordered Size 3). Would recommend!
Black Sheer Tights with Control Top
Hue
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Perfect clutch for a night out!
I rented this clutch as an extra little gift to myself for my birthday. It was the perfect size for all of my essentials: phone, ID, money, lipgloss; and there was still some extra space. The clasp was easy to manage, and the chain strap included was extremely convenient! I have an iphone 4, but I would be careful about the dimensions if you have a wider phone. Other than that, I would recommend this clutch to everyone!
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Black Lytton Embossed Lizard Clutch
Diane von Furstenberg Handbags
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Loved the sparkles! Great dress to celebrate my 21st birthday!
Again, I'm so pleased with my Rent the Runway experience. The reviews were so helpful in the case of this dress. I had no problems with the sizing because I already know what to expect (so glad I ordered the medium for my back-up!). Even though the top fits loosely, it is still very flattering. The beading is so wonderful; I love sparkly accents! I also ordered tights from Rent the Runway. They were $6 when I bought them, which was a great deal, especially because they turned out to be really comfortable! Overall, I'm so glad to have rented this dress for my birthday!
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Blue Silk Wave Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Gorgeous Color, Flattering Dress
The 10 wasn't available, so I tried the 12 instead. It was a little large around the shoulders/upper chest, but other than that, it turned out to be a really comfortable dress. The color was a beautiful jewel-tone, and the emerald-color earrings I wore complemented it very well. The twist detail at the waist was very flattering, and the length made it look professional. Only other thing to mention: this dress does wrinkle easily. Definitely would recommend renting this dress!
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Raspberry Satin Twist Dress
Elie Tahari
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful dress (got a ton of compliments!); professional and stylish packaging; extremely easy return
This dress was so much fun to wear. The skirt is great for twirling, and the elastic waist makes the dress really comfortable. I wore this dress to a girls' night out dinner, which was a relatively casual outing (I wore it with mixed metal jewelry, an elastic belt, and black, thick-strapped wedge heels). I'm still getting compliments when people see pictures on Facebook. If you are very flat-chested, this may not be your best dress option. If you are fuller on top, then my recommendation to rent this dress would be to consider what size would fit your waist and go down one size from that. I promise the elastic waist is extremely stretchy, and there will be plenty of room in the rest of the dress. One more note: the fabric is see-through! Nude underwear would work, but I decided to wear a black slip, and let a little bit of the lace on top peak out from the v-neck. Definitely something to keep in mind!
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Toulouse Tie Dress
Sonia Rykiel
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D