Melissa's Reviews
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8 reviews
Glamourous comfort!
Even at a wedding where I saw at least 10 other show-stopper dresses on fellow guests, several people approached me to gush over this one. I'm only 5'2", so it's challenging to find a gown that fits my height and still feels formal. This could not have been more comfortable or flattering (although I would have preferred a size 10, which wasn't available). The pockets are a great plus. It's seriously THE BEST!
Floral Jacquard Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Flattering cut, especially for a post-partum figure!
I liked this dress a lot! This was my first event after having a baby 3 months ago, and I was nervous to rent something. The sequins are fun without being too flashy, the cut is generous through the hips (which is sometimes hard to find in a cocktail dress), and you can wear a regular bra! I felt comfortable in it. My only complaint was that *everything* sticks to the sequins! (Hair, jewelry...) I'd definitely rent this again, especially for the price.
Midnight Glamour Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36D
Cute pattern, fun dress!
This dress was cute! It ran a little big, especially in the bustline, and the material was a little stiff. The skirt also has a lot of volume, which is nice if you have hips (as I do), but it's not slimming. I liked the length and the fun pattern, though! It wasn't a home run, but I'd recommend it still.
Greta Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36D
Fantastic, flattering, fashion forward!
I loved, loved, loved this dress! I'm usually between a 6 and an 8 and dresses. I rented both and both fit; I wore the 8 just for comfort. This dress is beautifully formal but the mesh panels and hemline give it flair. (And the hemline helps for short girls, too!) I got a lot of compliments, and I would absolutely wear it again!
Clarette Gown
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36D
Very odd fit through ribcage
The material of this dress is stunning, but the cut is really odd. It barely even zipped over the ribcage, and that's usually not a "problem area." The material is beautiful, but I wouldn't recommend this dress unless you are very long and lean.
Fuchsia Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36D
Fantastic dress with plenty of room for a baby belly!
I rented this dress at 16 weeks pregnant and wore it to my future sister-in-law's bridal shower. Others have noted that it was a great fit for a baby belly, and that was absolutely true! The material is a heavy enough weight to smooth out lumps and pumps, there's just enough stretch to make it comfortable, the neckline is flattering, and the colors are beautiful. I got tons of compliments and would rent this again any day!
Enchanted Garden Maxi
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Pretty and memorable dress!
This was great dress, especially for a Kate Spade-themed luncheon I hosted for my bridesmaids. The waist for slightly higher than I was expecting (more rib age area than natural waist) and because the skirt is full, I probably could have sized down. I got so many compliments on this dress, though, and I felt both beautiful and comfortable. I'd definitely recommend this dress!
Colorblock Bowback Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34D
These earrings were GORGEOUS!
These earrings are beautiful and the perfect size for a statement piece. When I pulled them out of the box I was worried that they felt slightly heavy, but I quickly forgot about that once I'd had them on for a few minutes. I would rent them again in a heartbeat! Gorgeous earrings for a great price.
Adam Earrings
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34D